Midwest Gypsy Swing

Dress: Poseidon Blue Perfect Wrap Dress by Leota (size 4L) via Gwynnie Bee

Cardigan: Isaac Mizrahi Live (size 3x)

Tights: Snag

Shoes: JJ's, vintage thrifted

Earring: etXarte

Flower Necklace: JaelDesigns

Long Necklaces: Green Goddess

Bracelet: Vintage

Photography: Super Boo & Me

Stats: 5'7" 55-50-70

Another lovely perfect wrap dress from Leota...the autumnal hues of the flowers were just gorgeous against this bright sapphire blue. Leota is always spot on for fit, with the exception of having to pin the neckline closed, not for modesty, but to prevent my bra from peeking out. 

Of course, I wanted to play up the mustard, so I went with that for accessories. 

We have had many days of below 0 temperatures...but on this day, it was up to 9! So, picture day it was. 

My make-up with this outfit included...Urban Decay eyeliner in Mildew; Carnelian, Azalea, & Agate eyeshadow by Natasha Denona; Gothica lipstick from Kat von D; & OPI nail polish in At Your Quebec & Call. 

I've been trying to throw some shoes out, specifically black shoes...because I have so many. These Fluevogs were a favorite for a long time & I nearly tossed them because they looked terrible...but I decided to try to revive them first...not so bad! I oiled them, glued the strap back on, & painted the buckles an antique gold. These shoes are from the Time family, but I can't seem to find the name of them. 

Oh, look! I bought a new pair of black shoes. I couldn't resist the low sale price or that adorable lace window. And Keith from the Portland store is my new favorite...look at those kick ass Barbie shoes he packed up for me...& the hearts on the box really made me smile. David's birthday was last week & we got takeout from Sal's...it was the most disappointing meal we've ever had there. His burger was overcooked, as well as over seasoned & they forgot to give me my Caesar salad. The manager was incredibly nice & refunded our entire meal. It is one of our favorite restaurants & I know everyone has a bad day once in a while...I just wish it hadn't been on my Boo's birthday. 

DJ Baby Berlin spinning great music on her birthday. Tracey making a dresser pretty...she has since painted it bright red. Michael Waite playing some Brazilian guitar music. 

We are continuing to cut into our fabric for the dining room Roman shades...it has been easier to get a straight line from the back since there are some lines there. We now have all 5 fabric pieces cut out & are tackling the difficult task of getting the design to fall exactly in the middle of the shade. My favorite boots to wear in the snow...these Fluevogs have been with me a long time. These also had a spa day & I meant to post a before & after pic...but you just get before. 

Canned salmon with bones! Oh, how I've missed you...the salmon at Costco is boneless...the bones reminded me of Kate. When we first met she would make Kraft Mac & cheese & add peas & canned salmon & I'd never had it before. I just added a bit of full fat yogurt to this for a quick lunch. Another marvelous set from Baby Berlin. And my February Boxy Charm...the brushes are spectacular! The clear handles are filled with water & pink sequin hearts that float around. They make me ridiculously happy. 

This past weekend was Midwest Gypsy Swing Fest, hosted by Harmonious Wail here in Madison, online. Many fabulous groups played both days...I watched them all. Them Coulee Boys playing a new online concert to promote their Kickstarter...such great energy.

My new favorite lunch...Vitruvian Farms mixed micro greens, with a can of sardines in olive oil & Parmesan crisps in everything. So easy. So tasty. Sometimes I use canned mackerel instead. More bands from the Midwest Gypsy Swing Fest. 

Check out these glorious olive tights I ordered off Etsy from Ireland...the entirety of Sylvia Plath's Mad Girl's Love Song is printed on the lower legs...this is one side. I have the first sentence tattooed on my right leg. More gypsy swing. 

And to finish out the fest...my favorite group from the last fest, Bruskers Guitar Duo...from Italy. DJ Baby Berlin playing songs from the 80s & 90s. VJ Ant playing New Wave 80s music. 

Social Distance Live UnderCovered was doing Dolly Parton songs on Sunday...so many good covers. I especially enjoyed 5 Cent Coffee...& Schlee & John Courage's rendition of Islands in the Stream was spectacular. 

Glenn Crytzer & the boys playing songs from 1933. And a surprise online live from Mary Lou Lord. Valentine's Day calls for some bubbles. David & I don't really celebrate VD, however, it is the anniversary of our first email exchange...18 years ago. 

David made himself steak & lobster tails for me, yum! Sean Hayes playing online after taking ~4 months off. Davina & The Vagabonds playing a live show at The Hook & Ladder for Valentine's Day. 

UnderCovered was back again that night playing duets from previous shows...here is 5 Cent Coffee again...doing a Tom Waits song. DJ Baby Berlin & DJ Starr Noir doing anti-VD shows.