My favorite part of the holiday is the chance to decorate myself. (Who am I kidding ... "Self Ornamentation" is my favorite part of each and every day)
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A hat of knotted reeds and a vest of bits and fox and Tibetan lamb
a skirt embellished with mother-of-pearl disks replicated in
bangles of hammered metal.
This makes me want to dye it red. And look at wonderful ankle strap heels.
Yummy!
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Dots for days. Beautiful neck baubles and fab fur booties.
Black quilted jumpsuit, three quarter length sleeve mohair
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One of my favorite 70's trends. High wasted wide legged
(back in the day they were called "Elephant Pants")
I love winter white
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sweater/jacket and leather gloves.
Stunning necklace and bracelets. All topped by a dramatic white,
bandage tied scarf finished with white silk flowers.
Zip up girl, it's cold outside!