Wardrobe Diaries: The Schoolboy Blazer

Confession time, I adore everything about schoolboy blazers, from their fit and fabric to their little gold buttons and accentuated shoulders. Unlike other blazers what's so great about the schoolboy type is how easily they transition from casual wear to business wear. I threw on some fun coloured pumps to break up an otherwise tonal look. Please tell me I'm not the only one who matches my lips to my shoes.

Perfect fit aside, these blazers also take me back to my school years where I was stuck wearing a navy wool Ralph Laurenesque schoolboy blazer (more Harry Potter than Gossip Girl) everyday for the entire 6 years of my secondary education. At the time I couldn't wait to break free of my stuffy uniform. Who knew years later I'd still be wearing the same thing. This leads me to wonder.. will I still be wearing skinny jeans when I'm 80? I'm sure I'll be gaunt and sickly enough to pull them off a la Alexa Chung.

{ zara blazer similar version by j.crew . target tee . bettina liano jeans similar version here . zizi for florsheim pumps now on sale . clutch thanks to boticca . zara brooch . lipcolour violet crush by estee lauder }

Inspire Me: In light of Sandy

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Sometimes I come across an image so compelling it would be a crime not to share. While usually I only ever post photos that I have personally taken, today is an exception to my own rule.

Some of you may have already seen this photo today floating around the internet. As the entire East Coast of America bunkers down in the face of Hurricane Sandy, the Sentinels standing guard over the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery continue on with their task. For them it is not a job but the highest of honors. To the rest of the country it is a message. The Sentinels live by their creed which in part says "Through the years of diligence and praise and the discomfort of the elements, I will walk my tour in humble reverence to the best of my ability". The Tomb of the Unknowns have been guarded continuously 24 hours, 7 days a week since the first guard was posted in 1937. No amount of inclement weather, terrorist attacks or anything else will cause the watch to cease.

While this photo dates back to September 2012, it's important to note that today, right now this very instant the Old Guards are still there manning their post. They have the option of seeking refuge within the Trophy Room which overlooks the tomb but I have a feeling these dedicated men will remain guarding the tombs.

If you have never witnessed this in person, I highly recommend that you do. It is an incredibly sobering experience and will put into perspective all those minor trivial things in life. 

To all those in Sandy's path, stay safe!

Happy 100

Goodness me, 100 posts already? This definitely calls for some bubblies. When I first started blogging a short 6 months ago, never had I thought I'd make it to 100 blog entries. But here I am now still blogging away (and loving it too might I add). Thank you to all my wonderful readers, I am ever grateful for your continued support. Here's a recap of some golden oldies for anyone new to {camo meets couture}. Now about that glass of bubbly...

{from top left to bottom right: introducing me . wintry mix . gingham diaries . australian pavlova . first birthday party . salted caramel banana jar cake} 

Featured: IFB LINKS À LA MODE

A big thank you to IFB for featuring my Fine Feathered Threads outfit (pictured below) in their weekly line up. Here is the original outfit post just in case you've missed it. There are some great reads in this week's line up. Click on to see what the other bloggers are up to.

LINKS À LA MODE: THE IFB WEEKLY ROUND UP: OCTOBER 25TH

  Edited by: Jess of Fresh Jess The bloggers are hard at work this season! This week’s roundup goes well beyond your usual outfit posts. What have IFB’s independent designers and stylists been cooking up in their studios lately? What off-the-beaten-path trends have you been exploring lately? Who is inspiring fashionable Halloween costumes this season? Which bloggers and designers are other bloggers fancying in recent weeks? All of these answers and more await you in this week’s Links a la Mode roundup. There are some truly unique and interesting voices being heard this week. Keep it up IFB!

• Camo Meets Couture: Wardrobe Diaries: Fine Feathered Threads
• Coolsario: Backstage of a Fashion Show
• Delphina Luxe: Le Mercredi des Bijoux: BeadFeast Love
• DNA Stylix: Honeycomb Influence
• Fashion is Evolution: What I Wore Today (Pajama Game)
• Kelly Dillon: All Black
• La Chic Couture: 4 Ways to Style A Faux-Leather Pleated Skirt
• Lifestyle Flash: Investment Piece Wishlist
• Mairead Lee: Peroni Moda Awards (Part 1)
• Morbid Glamour: Diastema, The Famous “Gap Teeth”
• On a Brick Lane: Hippie Love
• Purushu: Celeb-Inspired Styling Shoot
• Rock My Heels: Outfit Ideas: Green Skinny Jeans & Chanel-Inspired Jacket
• Sam Ipsa Loquitor: Suitcase Remix
• Style Tab: DIY Pretty Painted Pumpkins
• Sugar & Spice: 5 Pieces to Update Your Work Wardrobe for AW12
• Tha Darlinh: 10 Great Blogs on the Rise
• The Closet Coach: How to Dress for Casual Fridays
• Travelling Fashion: Fisherman’s Sweater 4 Ways
• Wish Upon a Smile: My Bo-Peeps: Cruella de Vil, Jafar & The Mad Hatter Halloween Outfit Ideas

Friday's Fancies

Before I started blogging I rarely ever took my DSLR out with me. The only times I could justify lugging the heavy black device around was if I were on holiday or at a special event. These days I am rarely ever an arm's reach from my trusty camera. Thus is the beauty of blogging, it has forced me to rethink how I go about my day. I hope you're enjoying my friday's fancies series as much as I enjoy putting them together. Here are some fun snaps from this week. Enjoy!

Wearing breton stripes with red lacquer nails while packing away an entire box of macarons. I should probably take note from the French and practice that whole "eat in moderation" thing they're so well known for. 

I'm not sure if Monsieur Hermes would approve of me using his fine silk scarves to cover my unwashed messy hair. But I'm thankful for beautiful accessories like these that turn any bad hair day into an excuse to wear head scarves. 

Notice how the red light and red clock hands speak to each other? The best part was finding out that the clock was intentionally not working so the hands could remain in the vertical position. It's little details like this that reflect the true character of people and places. 

There's something about walls covered in greenery that I just adore. They remind me of old palace grounds and fairy tales. I especially love how this building is an old warehouse and is as far removed from fairy tales as can be. Little things like this just brightens my day.  

How adorable are these succulents! I think I may have found the perfect Christmas present. These little bag plants are original, unique and oh so lovely. I even feel inspired to try and diy these (which rarely ever happens when there's sewing involved).