January 22, 2014

A beloved 1950s dress, two stellar Alice Hannah accessories, and wintertime serenity as far as the eye can see




Outfit details

Black satin 1950s hat: eBay
Silver tone and glass stone earrings: Save-On Foods
Grey wool blend wrap lace shawl: Alice Hannah
Silver tone and crystal feather brooch: eBay
1950s red dress: etsy seller Gogo Vintage
Faux leather black skinny belt: eBay
Black leather gloves with red heart detail: Alice Hannah
Opaque black tights: Arden
1940s style black shoes: Thrifted (Salvation Army)
Lip colour: MAC Russian Red


Photography by Tony Cangiano
 
 






































If you're a fellow blogger who posts photos of some of your outfits, you can likely relate when I say that this dress is one of those pieces that, while worn often, somehow always manages to elude landing on (digital) film. On days big and small alike, in the case of the former including the incredible June day in 2012 when Tony became a Canadian citizen at a ceremony in Kelowna, this classic dark red 1950s frock eluded being photographed. So much so, that it almost became a running joke that when I put it on, it was a given that a photo shoot wouldn't actually happen in the end.

I'm pleased to say that a little earlier this winter, on an icy cold, intensely grey afternoon that streak of going undocumented on camera was finally broken thanks to a shoot held at Veteran's Park in Osoyoos. This tranquil, lovely little parcel of land, complete with a tiny wooden foot bridge, is situated immediately beside Osoyoos Lake and is a touching tribute to all those in the area who have fought in the wars of 20th century.

Though the temperature was well below freezing, the wind was relatively mild and the there was a break in the downpour of snow we'd been getting at the time. Still, to help ward off a bit of the fierce Canadian winter chill, I slipped on two absolutely beautiful pieces that were recently sent to me for review care of UK fashion accessories brand Alice Hannah.

Based out of London, England, Alice Hannah, which was founded in 2007, offers a range of exclusive, high quality fashions, which, while modern, often embody a timeless, fetchingly pretty yesteryear feel. Their offerings are available in stores ranging from Asos to Top Shop, ModCloth to Fenwick, as well as in the company's online shop.

Both the darling red heart adorned black leather gloves and the timelessly elegant grey wool blend shawl with coordinating dark grey lace appliqué hail from Alice Hannah and were the perfect accouterments to the strikingly wintry landscape. They arrived from the UK in a jiffy by courier and were, I kid you not, amongst the best wrapped and presented items I've ever received from an online retailer. Sturdy, beautiful boxes, coordinating ribbon and a tulle bag, complete with a complimentary product catalog and an a personalized note, accompanied these two products and made opening them a highly memorable event.

At first when I was contacted in regards to if I might want to receive products from this brand, I must admit, I wasn't a touch leery, simply because I'm allergic to wool and nearly all of Alice Hannah's products are made from wool. Where there's a stylish will there's a stylish way though, and after going through all of the offerings in their shop at the time, I discovered that I could safely wear the cute leather gloves (which are wool-free) and the cozy, beautiful wrap, which, while a wool blend, doesn't have to come in direct contact with my skin (when layered over another garment, as I've done here) the way that a pair of gloves, a scarf, headband, or a hat would have had to.

Given that I'm allergic to it, I own and wear very little lamb's wool, so when I do actually sport a piece like this shawl, I'm always pleasantly surprised by just how warm it is, which proved immensely helpful on a day such as this one. Both the gloves and the shawl are excellently well made. The gloves are not lined, so they’re best suited to warmer climates or milder days than this particular one, but aside from that, I cannot sing their praises highly enough. They're fun, whimsical and eye-catchingly sweet - not to mention a great way to, quite literally, wear your heart on your sleeve (or at least your gloves!).

There is an instantaneously noticeable level of high end quality to Alice Hannah's offerings that pushes them into the realm of feeling down right luxurious. The shawl, as just mentioned, is warm, as well as excellently constructed and generously sized. It did shed fibers quite heavily all over my dress and black tights that day, but otherwise, it was an absolute dream to wear and (with mini lint brush stashed in my bag) I know it will be a frequent cold weather wardrobe player for me from here on out.

Quality and luxury in this case however, do not equate to bank breaking price tags, especially if you happen to live the UK. Even for those outside of the good, ol' Blighty, the brand's offerings will still be affordable to most, especially if you're looking to invest in the kind of woolen cold weather gear that will see you through many a fall and winter to come.

While I can recall every photo shoot Tony and I have ever done, there are some that really stand out in my mind, often because of some especially memorable component of the location, weather, or outfit, and in certain cases, all three. Such was the case for me this day.

At long last this dress, which I truly love and don frequently the whole year round, appeared on camera. I had the honour of wearing two marvelous new accessories from really lovely brand (thank you very much, Alice Hannah team, I adore them both!) to help keep a bit of the near arctic temperatures at bay, and we shoot in a park that that means a great deal to the local community in Osoyoos, all against the backdrop of placid lake waters, majestic mountains, and a thick blanket of snow as far as the eye could see.

When it comes to outdoor winter photo shoots, one really couldn't ask for a better or more enjoyable day than this - nor for more delightful accessories to sport while smiling and making memories in subzero temperatures.

68 comments:

  1. Oh, you just look so good with this (just like with everything else!)
    And the snow, it looks so magical and here the only thing that I can see is rain, not the perfect conditions for showing a new dress. I really hoped to see some snow in Belgium for this weekend (the first WW2-event for our vehicules for 2014) but the only thing you can see on the weather forecast is rain, even with the rain it will be an amazing weekend.

    xoxo Emma ~
    http://littlemissbamboo.blogspot.be/

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  2. This is such a lovely outfit! The gloves are so cute! And the wrap shawl is indeed very timeless! I love shoes like those you're wearing in the pictures. They have small heel, but are sturdy and I just like laced up shoes :)

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    1. Thank you very much, sweet Anthea. I adore shoes like this, too. After much searching, I recently (just a few days ago) found a similar brown pair from the US/Canadian chain Payless and they were on sale to boot (footwear pun not intended), so I snapped them up with some of my Christmas money from December. I know they're going to get every bit as much wear as these classic black ones and am so happy to have found them.

      You've been in my thoughts lately and I truly hope you're doing okay.

      Tons of hugs,
      ♥ Jessica

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  3. Love the clothes, love the makeup, love the hair. But what I really love the most is seeing you model. Observing you display your stylish choices and natural beauty is joyful and fun.

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  4. These pictures are divine, the red of that dress against the snow - dreamy! It's a very beautiful dress, I love it. Now onto Alice Hannah - I just love the scarf and gloves you were sent, they are beautiful. I popped over to the website and have just ordered myself a pair of leather gloves, the tan whipstitch ones - I'd seen them on Asos but they'd sold out, and they're even cheaper than I'd seen them priced at previously, so I just had to!! I can't wait to wear them, and we've certainly been having cold enough weather here. No snow...yet!

    Thanks for introducing the brand, but more importantly, for finally sharing some photos of that divine dress!
    P x

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    1. Thank you so very much, my dear - "divine" is a splendidly lovely adjective and one that I shall be passing along to the photographer (aka, Tony) over the dinner table tonight.

      I'm delighted to have introduced you to Alice Hannah and hope that you adore your new gloves. I know the pair you picked up and they're really charming. So classic, classy and pretty. I hope they serve you well for many winters to come.

      Big hugs,
      ♥ Jessica

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  5. Jessica your backdrop is sooo spectacular that it does not even look real :) How amazing !!!
    The dress is splendid but i have my eyes on that glorious shawl.
    Totally breathtaking shoot, I can totally see that the came loves you :)

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  6. The things we do for a photo shoot! This one was lovely--I love the red and grey contrast, and the whole outfit is just divine. If it weren't for the touch of cold on your nose, I would almost have thought you were standing in front of a backdrop! So lovely.

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  7. fantastic outfit my friend!!!
    that gorgeous red amongst all that snow is simply beautiful. love your little black hat!
    finally we got some snow - 3cm! - today. please send some more :-)
    big hugs!

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  8. Lovely accessories, both the gloves with the hearts and the grey shawl. One can never have too many shawls. I think if you (hand) wash it, it will not shed so much. Your dress is lovely too, a great dark red colour for winter wear. Perhaps because it is so simple is why it does not attract camera lenses, but it is a lovely classic that becomes you, dear. :)

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  9. I too have run into this photography problem!

    And my goodness! Those gloves! *swoon* I may have to sang a pair of those for me!

    xoxo
    -Janey

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  10. What a glorious dress! I can't believe you hadn't managed to feature it before. You look like a Red Cardinal in the Canadian winter. And your eyes look so green! Beautiful.

    bisous
    Suzanne

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  11. Jessica these photos are drop dead gorgeous! I'm a sucker for a rich red paired with black, especially against a stark winter background. I wasn't sure if those colors would be the most flattering with my auburn hair since black and deep red tend to be cool tones, but clearly they are MOST flattering!! On you at least ;) Don't be surprised if my next outfit features some black and red because you look simply stunning and I can't help but be inspired!

    xo

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    1. You're so fabulously sweet, dear Rochelle, thank you very much! I could see this same palette looking resplendent on you as well. Contrary to the old myth that two don't jive well, I find (with my colour at least) that red clothes and red hair work incredibly well together, which is part of the reason I sport shades of crimson on a fairly frequent basis. I'm touched that you may take a styling cue from this ensemble and really look forward to seeing your ruby filled outfit if you do.

      Tons of hugs,
      ♥ Jessica

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  12. A dress like that deserves a praise! She's a beauty both in color and in shape.
    First thing I noticed here were the gloves; they are such a sweetHEART, aren't they? :) The scarf completes the picture (but it's sad to read about you not being able to tolerate wool - I hope you can tolerate silk, because the best things are made out of it)
    Braving out the winter temperature and standing in the snow with a dazzling smile just proves you are THE Vintage-enthusiast... hooray for you!

    Marija

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  13. The dress, and every single detail of your attire against the snow is pure beauty.
    The close ups of your gree eyes and your smile are heart warming, my dear Jessica.
    XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

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  14. I was scrolling through my feed reader and had to stop and do a double take when I saw those gloves, so cute! I may have to steal the idea and sew a heart applique on some black gloves.

    You buy your tights from Ardene? How is the quality? I bought some Wonderbra sweater tights from Zellers that I really like (and are still in one piece after being washed and worn many times), but when Zellers closed I was unable to find them at Target or Wal-Mart. I bought the Target brand tights and the front is the same as the back, which is OK if you have no bum! I bought Hue tights from Winners and they are gigantic... I have size 10 feet and the foot part is waaay too big! I'm still on the lookout for the perfect tights. As somebody who wears tights often, I thought that you might have some helpful advice!

    Come to think of it, you should do a post on beauty and clothing bargains for your Canadian readers. I often see posts on products that are unavailable in Canada.

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    1. Hi sweet Kim, thank you very much for your great comment and question/post request.

      Now granted, I've never tried any of the really high end (e.g., Wolford) tights, but of the mall/department store brands, I've been really pleased with Arden's (they're far better than the new-in-pack brand that Value Village sells, IMO, as those really tend to bag around the ankles on me and I don't have thin ankles or calves - which is similar to what you were saying about the feet in those Hue tights being too big on you). I've had this black pair here for at least three years now and though they are likely nearing the end of their life, for something like $5, they've held up surprisingly well (and are also very comfortable and quite warm). I just bought a backup pair of black, plus a new fun blue coloured pair, last month from Arden in Kelowna (we don't have one here in Penticton) so that when these do bite the dust eventually, I won't be opaque black tight-less.

      Great minds! I've been thinking of doing a post like that where the focus in on Canadian sources for vintage appropriate fashions for a while now and am likely going to plan for it around, fittingly :), next Canada Day. I'm really happy that you asked about it as it helps me know there are (Canadian) readers out there would enjoy this kind of post.

      Many thanks again & oodles of hugs,
      ♥ Jessica

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  15. Jessica you look radiant! I absolutely love this outfit. Red is certainly a color you wear with style. I love how you accessorized this whole look. And, gosh, the photography and setting is just mesmerizing. I went and took a peak at the shop, they really have a knack for adding a lovely edge to glove styles.

    Tony has a great sense of light in his work. It's amazing how the proper light and angle mean everything in a photograph, unless you are a baby or a puppy and can look cute doing whatever you like :). You know this outfit, this setting with Tony and Annie in it would make the perfect photograph for a Christmas card! Is there skiing on the mountain in the backdrop? I'm really enjoying your winter photographs dear Jessica! A very wonderful photography session and I give you big credit for braving the cold winds! What would we in the vintage community do without your wonderful spirit and posts? Thank you!

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    1. What a beautiful and deeply touching comment, thank you very much, sweet Joanna (we used the same lighting set up for this shoot as we did with at night in Kelowna last month). I love your idea of doing a family Christmas card shot in that same spot. We've never done a family Christmas photo actually (they're not as common here in Canada as in the States, though some Canadians do certainly do them) and were really saying this past holiday season how we should for 2014. Maybe this will be our backdrop if we do.

      While there isn't, as far as I know, skiing on that specific hill in the background, there are numerous ski hills around the Okanagan, including one called Apex right here in Penticton.

      The last line of your comment brought tear to my eyes. With all my heart, thank you so much. That is so encouraging and uplifting to be told - I know it will help keep my blogging mojo going strong on those inevitable rough days in life that this year will bring (as all years do).

      Endless hugs,
      ♥ Jessica

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  16. Great picks, particularly that scarf! And that brooch is to die for.

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  17. Okay I have to say those earrings and that pin are just wonderful! Makes me want to run straight out to the opera!

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  18. The dress is gorgeous, especially nice colour with your skintone and lipstick, and sounds as though it has some very happy memories for you. By the way, no snow here...yet!

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  19. what a perfect ensemble! Looking wonderful as always, dear :)
    I do enjoy a good outfit post and you did not disappoint. I love the hat and gloves especially. Some pieces just know how to add the perfect touch. All of our snow here in Kansas has melted due to warmer temperatures so I loved seeing the snow. (I love winter but it doesn't want to stick around this year.) The red dress looks great against the black and white background.
    Thanks for sharing these beautiful photos

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  20. Absolutely stunning photos my dear and you look so cozy and warm!
    xo

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  21. Gorgeous as always. The background is breathtaking. Since I live in the southern United States, aka "The Deep South", we very seldom see snow and when we do, it is usually an inch or less. I love being "Southern" but I love the cold, too, so when I go on vacation, I always head north. Gloves are too cute!

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    1. Thank you very much, sweet Ladye! It sounds like we should house swap during the chilly months for a while. You head north for some made-in-Canada snow and we'll traverse south for sunshine in January (is such a thing possible? ;D).

      Big hugs!
      ♥ Jessica

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  22. You look like a ruby shining amongst all that winter white and grey. Beautiful dress, striking surrounds and lovely accessories.

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  23. So lovely sweet Jessica. I love how you braved the cold hehe The shawl is sooo pretty! The outfit colors blend together so well and still gives off a wintery feel. Fantastic :) xox

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  24. The scarf and gloves perfectly compliment that glorious dress, Jessica—and I am glad you were able to find something you could wear! The scarf's edging is so lovely; it is that sort of old-fashioned touch that makes yesteryear's apparel (and home goods, too, I think) so marvellous and desirable.

    That said, I just love your feather pin. It is so perfect!

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  25. What a cute dress, and the accessories certainly complement it beautifully.

    Brigid
    the Middle Sister and Singer

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  26. Jessica, while browsing the Alice Hannah website, I couldn't help but wonder—if a woolen item is lined in, for instance silk or cotton or something of that nature, can you wear it, or is it still off-limits because of the way wool often sheds? I hope that's not too nosy—I was just curious in case I ever come across a woolen something that screams "Jessica"!

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    1. Hello sweet Jen, thank you very much for both of your lovely comments. I completely agree, the edging on the shawl/scarf is so romantic and old-fashioned feeling. It's 100% what drew me to that particular accessory. Oooh, why thank you, I adore that brooch, too! I'd say it's definitely in the top ten most frequently worn brooches in my collection.

      Not too nosy at all - that's a great question (and it's very thoughtful of you to keep me in mind). Typically, if a garment is lined and thus doesn't come in direct contact with my skin, I'm safe. I have some wool skirt suits and I can wear those by partnering them with hose, a blouse or other long sleeved top underneath and a scarf (and gloves) if needed to prevent the wool part from touching my skin directly (if it does, after a little while, I burst out in a bad case of itchy hives).

      Tons of hugs,
      ♥ Jessica

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    2. That makes sense and is good to know. Allergies can be such an odd thing sometimes, and it has to be a little annoying to live in Canada *and* be allergic to warm, cozy woolens. It's itchy for many of us, I'm sure, but there is a big difference between that and hives! No doubt crinolines come in handy with wool as well!

      Anyhow, good to know. And I'm glad wool is not entirely off-limits for you! During those 30-below days last month, I was quite grateful for my vintage wool plaid skirts (no matter how gleefully collie hair attaches itself to them).

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    3. Hi sweet Jen, thank you for sweetly coming back to chat some more about this topic. Honestly, avoiding wool, especially since I started buying my own clothes (back as a young teen), hasn't typically been that big of a problem for me, thanks to the alternatives to lambs wool that are out there (and the fact that I can usually wear wool, if it doesn't come in direct contact with my skin). My allergy to nickel is wayyy more of an issue on a day-to-day basis, because I constantly have to avoid most metal jewelry, clasps, buckles, etc unless I know for sure they're nickel-free (or else I breakout into a scary bad case of contact dermatitis that lingers for weeks usually).

      Yikes! -30 is pretty darn chilly. I hope things have warmed up for you guys a bit since (Penticton is getting its second wind on the winter weather front here this month, so no warmer temps in store for us yet).

      ♥ Jessica

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  27. My goodness, is that backdrop even real?? Is it photoshopped?! Your dress is a vivid red slash against a beautiful grey, it looks like it has been composed by a computer. Needless to say, I think this is my most favourite all ALL your photo shoots your husband has done. By far.

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  28. Hello sweet gal, thank you very much. It's 100% real, the background (or any other element) is not Photoshopped, and was every bit that beautiful in person, too. I'm delighted to know that you enjoyed this shoot so much. Though chilly to undertake, we both loved doing it, too.

    Big thanks,
    ♥ Jessica

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  29. Gorgeous, gorgeous outfit and photos! Those gloves really are beautiful. Some of these do look like they were taken in a studio or somewhere inside, it must be the lighting - and it's crazy that you have such a glorious backdrop to pose against! I really love your cute little shoes too, I hope your toes didn't freeze!

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  30. I definetly have a couple dresses that have been evading the camera lens for a few years now! haha!

    I LOVE this outfit! It's just so beautiful! And Alice's accessories are the perfect finishing touches. As usual, you've knocked it out of the park again. :)

    Lisa.

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  31. I think the thing that makes me love this dress on you is that it is so beautiful and simple that you see you. You are wearing the dress, as opposed to the dress wearing you. It is a stunning piece and is simply beautiful and designed to showcase your beautiful self.

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  32. Dearest Jessica, you look so very lovely in your beautiful red dress and the accessories are so perfect. I am in love with the scarf with it's beautiful lace. I love you sparkly rhinestones with the deep red of your dress. Just a lovely ensemble. Still my favorite photo is the one head shot with the scarf wrapped around you, your rose colored cheeks and your darling little red nose. gentle hugs, Beverly

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  33. beautiful photos and a gorgeous outfit! the shawl is adorable!!!

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  34. Oh Sweet Jessica ! You know I even adore all your outfit, but this is simple and truly great. The dress is so classy, With the accessories you match it together...
    I love it !

    I m gonna Pay a visit to Annah's website and the etsy seller of your dress, of course :D

    Xoxo,
    Lorna

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  35. Hello there in gorgeous Canada...nice photos and your outfit is so lovely & charming!

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  36. ah i definitely have clothes like that that i really love and feel so comfortable and happy in but they never seem to get photographed and it's such a shame! so sometimes, like with this dress, you just have to make a point of taking photos of it without leaving it up to chance, haha. it's a beautiful dress after all, it deserves it! and those gloves of yours are just adorable!

    little henry lee

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  37. Waow!!!! Beautiful picture of a gorgeous lady!
    Snow always give such a nice light on pictures, we didn't have many snow this year.
    I love all your accessories and this dress is just perfect, vintage winter dresses are so hard to find, good find!!!

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  38. Love the outfit! And the gloves! I'm a sucker for anything with hearts! Kudos on the photos as well, I can see some special attention was paid to the lighting here, and as always it paid off! Beautiful!

    Also I am happy to see you are taking a good attitude towards winter. I am having an extremely hard time with that:)

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  39. I am the same way with outfits. Half my closet has never been photographed even though I wear those pieces the most. Your hat is fantastic and so are the gloves! Red is such a nice color in the winter time since it really stands out in the winter backdrop.

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  40. Dear Jessica, these photos are perfect! The natural scenario it's so magical, the colours and the outfit combine beautifully like a piece of art. The neutral colours (white, grey and black) matches perfectly the deep red in a powerful way. The dress is amazing! And really suits you. That's how you are darling, beautiful, balanced, delicate and yet powerful. :-)

    Warm hugs,
    Miss Beta

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    1. Miss Beta, your immensely lovely words are poetic, heartwarming and sincerely appreciated. Thank you so very, very much!

      Oodles of hugs,
      ♥ Jessica

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  41. What a gorgeous outfit! There's something about wearing red in the winter that's just really beautiful. And you're lucky to have such a great photographer for a husband!

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  42. Simply stunning, both you and the setting. Love your gorgeous red dress and the shawl looks so soft and warm. Im going to have to go take a look at their products!

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  43. Jessica, i already told you that, but omg... you have the most beautiful photos i've ever seen! The outfit and the places, i wish i was there. I love your instagram photos, make me want to go to visit every single place that you post! Bye xo

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  44. you look so lovely! I love those gloves & the outfit in general :)

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  45. Such a divine ensemble! I love the wrap and will be bobbing over to Alice Hannah as soon as I've posted this! As for the dress - it's delicious. Should you ever wish to pass it on then I will give you my address ;-)

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  46. That shawl is amazing! I love the colours in this shoot, they all contrast, but fit together, so nicely.

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  47. Oh that dress is so lovely! Red really suits you Jessica x

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  48. These photos are amazing, Tony has done such a great job here. The light is beautiful and your skin is really glowing. I am glad that your lovely dress has made an appearance, it looks to be a perfect outfit for a cold, crisp, clear winter's day.

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    1. Thank you very much, sweet Kate, we used the same lighting setup that we employed for the nighttime Christmas shoot in Kelowna last month and we both very pleased with out the photos turned out.

      Have a beautiful Sunday,
      ♥ Jessica

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  49. I find the combination of gray and red very sophisticated! And your scarf, dressed on your beautiful hair, suits you very well! Your sparkling earrings add light to your sweet face...
    In your post there is all the magic of a snowy landscape!

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  50. I love your blog. I find myself adding posts to my blog about the dresses and things i acquire. My blog is relatively new but I am glad to see that someone gets the same feeling I get a hen I find or wear a vintage piece. I look forward to reading your posts.

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  51. I feel your pain when it comes to a wool allergy! Wool is pretty much a national clothing material here with how big our sheep-based industry is, so growing up saying that you were allergic was often not received well! I seem to be growing out of it somewhat - spurred on by a gorgeous pink pure lambswool cardigan I found at a vintage market. As long as the wool is incredibly soft I am usually fine, but not always! Which is a shame because it is so very warm and also looks so beautiful!

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  52. That shawl and glove set are truly charming. I have a few shawls, one that was made for me as a baby that I run to all the time in the winter. Shawls may have a bad rep for being dubbed for granny's but I love them to pieces. They really are so useful. I have a pattern for a Jane Austen knits shawl with tie in the back I need to make {along with so many other things}.

    I think your dress is lovely, how wonderful there is such sentimentality in it. I have those pieces, it is a great way to keep special memories alive.

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    1. Hi sweet Sean, how truly beautiful that one of your shawls as been with you since you were a wee babe. I have one of my (pink, natch :)) baby dresses and the (also pink) little hat I wore when I was a bridesmaid for the first time (at my Aunt's wedding) shortly before my 4th birthday, but obviously neither of them have fit for a very long time.

      I adore shawls too and agree that they often get a bad rap in this day an age. It's a shame, as they're an immensely timeless and very functional, cozy piece. I hope to continue adding more (I have a couple of winter ones as well as this grey beauty) to my wardrobe as the years roll on.

      ♥ Jessica

      *PS* Thank you very much for all three of your great blog comments yesterday.

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  53. My gosh, you look incredible. I think this might be my favourite of all the outfits I've ever seen you wear!

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  54. Those gloves are to die for!! So adorable! But you, in that dress, WOW! That color looks amazing on you! And the setting in the snow… just perfect!!
    ~xoxo, CoriLynn

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  55. So much beauty in this post! I adore your style.<3

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