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February 28, 2011

During an afternoon stroll with a friend this week, we wandered into an unassuming re-sell shop and I struck gold. Handmade, sequined and beaded on wool (it is heavy) with scalloped edges, the gorgeous vintage piece was hanging on the wall and I immediately knew it was special. Once I tried it on, I knew I couldn’t leave the store without it and luckily the gracious shop keeper let me take it home for less than the price of a typical top from Zara! It was impossible to capture the true colour and beauty of this top in photos, but it is without a doubt one of the most standout pieces in my closet and I am so excited to wear it!

What’s your favourite piece with a story in your closet?


{close up detail of the handiwork}


{it zips all the way down on one side. zip on the back = boatneck top, zip in front = cardigan!}


{the gorgeous scalloped edges}

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  1. laura says

    February 28, 2011 at 9:27 am

    wow! what a beautiful top! i love the scalloped edges… DEFINITELY a good find!!!!

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  2. KcomeKarolina says

    February 28, 2011 at 11:51 am

    it’s soooo gorgeous!

    xoxo from rome
    K.
    http://kcomekarolina.blogspot.com/

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  3. Tasja says

    February 28, 2011 at 11:55 am

    WOW!

    love it <3

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  4. Closet Fashionista says

    February 28, 2011 at 1:14 pm

    Wow that is GORGOUES!!! Great find!! πŸ˜€
    http://www.closet-fashionista.com/

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  5. Banhannas says

    February 28, 2011 at 1:18 pm

    The top is beautiful as well as functional, the long zipper can offer an easier time wearing (and less likely to snag). Love the scales look, so glittery and full of fun! It looks so bold, would you still wear one of your statement necklaces with it? =0D

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  6. Prissy says

    February 28, 2011 at 2:59 pm

    YES!!! This is such a beauty! Great find. Cant wait to see how you style it!

    Prissy

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  7. Julie says

    February 28, 2011 at 3:45 pm

    I actually just found this adorable floral dress at my local goodwill. It was a total gem, and only $5! I love thrifting :).

    http://www.beautifulbibliophile.com

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  8. Alexandra says

    February 28, 2011 at 5:03 pm

    Oh this is so beautiful! Can’t wait to see an outfit post in this! I think my piece that has the best story and that I carry the most sentimental attachment to is my prom dress…I wanted something different so I hunted down this original mini dress from the 60’s…it’s bubblegum pink and covered in lace but I still love it to this day!

    I must have missed you at the Dace event, but I hope you enjoyed yourself! Hopefully see you kicking around the city in the next couple weeks at one of the events πŸ™‚

    Alexandra xo

    http://tovogueorbust.com/

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  9. Ping says

    February 28, 2011 at 5:12 pm

    so pretty jen!!!! i can’t wait to see you in it and see how you style it.

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  10. thebohemienne says

    February 28, 2011 at 6:18 pm

    Wow, what an amazing find! It’s really stunning.

    http://thebohemienne.wordpress.com/

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  11. Faboulista says

    February 28, 2011 at 6:47 pm

    i’m gonna steal this off your back if u ever come near me with it. and i’m not joking. i wanna go shopping with u now. like real shopping! we can take the guys to document it though!

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  12. sharonlei says

    February 28, 2011 at 7:26 pm

    Jen! I remember seeing your post this on FB… oh gosh, look how pretty this top is! You really did strike gold. πŸ™‚ Doesn’t it feel great, when you find something extraordinary in unexpected places?!

    Ahhhhh I’m dying over the scallops!! You know I’m a big fan! HUGE!

    Well, it’s Monday again… wishing you a fantastic week sweetheart.

    xx Love & Aloha

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  13. Jenmarie says

    February 28, 2011 at 8:12 pm

    Oh my goodness! This is heaven! What an incredible find!

    http://www.stylethroughhereyes.com

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  14. lisa says

    February 28, 2011 at 8:22 pm

    I saw you tweet about this! Looks gorgeous. 100% wool and sequined all over though…doesn’t that make it heavy and super warm?

    It was nice meeting you outside the Alternative Apparel preview. Did you end up making it to dace? πŸ˜€

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  15. Emma at Daily Clothes Fix says

    February 28, 2011 at 8:23 pm

    Find of the century! That is simply one of the most awesome things I have ever seen. Looking forward to seeing you wear this.

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  16. Style Worthwhile says

    February 28, 2011 at 8:31 pm

    Wow it’s so glamorous! This will definitely make you stand out anywhere you go. It’s an awesome find! πŸ™‚

    Jacquelyn
    http://www.styleworthwhile.blogspot.com

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  17. kirstyb says

    February 28, 2011 at 10:06 pm

    oh wow this is gorge xxx

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  18. PetiteLittleGirl says

    March 1, 2011 at 12:13 am

    What a gorgeous top! I can’t wait to see how you style it. This top is so “you” πŸ™‚

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  19. thegoodgirlgoneblog.com says

    March 1, 2011 at 1:32 am

    Pretty! Can’t wait to see how you style it- I can picture it with jeans and ballet flats πŸ™‚

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  20. curls-and-pearls says

    March 1, 2011 at 1:55 am

    Wow crazy, that is sooo you! I can’t wait to see it on you!

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  21. aliciafashionista says

    March 1, 2011 at 6:34 pm

    Woweeeee! You DID strike gold! That top is so beautiful, I absolutely cannot wait to see you wear it πŸ™‚

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  22. The Little Dust Princess says

    March 1, 2011 at 8:25 pm

    This is SO gorgeous. I can’t wait to see you rock it!

    xx The Little Dust Princess

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  23. kate maggie says

    March 1, 2011 at 9:21 pm

    Oh my gosh! A top has never looked so beautiful. I love that feeling when you go into a second hand shop and you see something and you immediately know “Theres something different about that!” Im so glad that you got this for a reasonable price and I am so excited to see it on you. Its going to look gorgeous!

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  24. Alex says

    March 2, 2011 at 3:38 pm

    It’s really a wonderful item!! love this sequins style..

    Alex, http://reflectandfancy.blogspot.com/

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  25. Megan says

    March 2, 2011 at 5:12 pm

    Amazing! I’m always overwhelmed vintage/second hand shopping but then I see people find pieces like this, and I’m so determined to go.

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  26. Lindsay With An "A" says

    March 3, 2011 at 2:40 pm

    MY GOSH! What a find!! It’s fantastic!! Such a statement piece, too! Congrats on finding it!

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  27. Lisa says

    March 7, 2011 at 10:25 pm

    this top is AMAZING.. gold, sequins and scalloped edges, oh my!

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  28. Chris (tinytines.com) says

    March 21, 2011 at 11:14 pm

    HAND MADE in HONG KONG! whattttttttup! haha.. what a truly beautiful piece. I’m amazed. It’ll go so well with your wardrobe. You love your gold :]

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