In high school Cath was in the marching band (french horn/mellophone), and I … uh… sadly got left out of all the fun. I missed out on all the band regalia: plumed hats, tuxedo trousers, stiff uncomfortable and heavy jackets with brassy buttons.
But- ah ha!- now (9 years later) I too have a stiff, uncomfortable, but oh-so-chic marching band jacket I found at local thrift store (locals, it was a few doors down from Young Blood and they had an old rack full of them in the basement). I had it altered to fit a bit better, and now it’s one of my favorite items in my closet. It’s warm, it’s nostalgic (kinda), and makes Balmain jealous.
I wore it with skinny black pants, my thigh-highs, a $2 leather purse I partially studded last year, black fingerless gloves, and my greek fisherman hat.
I don’t know if I would pass drum major inspection, but I could successfully play a Sousa march for sure (on the violin).
(Thanks for taking the photos, M!)
ps- Sorry for the slow-down on comments, lovely readers! I’ll be back in town tonight and can’t wait to catch-up on your blogs.
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34 Responses to “I’m With the Band”
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miss a. Says:
October 25th, 2009 at 1:29 pmOne year of band was enough for me. I can’t do it. Even after all these years, I can’t touch anything related to band. At least orchestra was somewhat classy.
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miss a. Says:
October 25th, 2009 at 1:30 pmOkay, the last sentence sounds a bit snide. It’s totally not meant that way. We had banging outfits for orchestra (fitted black floor length dresses with a bias cut – omg, why didn’t I keep that dress???) but had to wear khakis (gross) with logo polo shirts (double gross) for band.
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Brittany Says:
October 25th, 2009 at 2:03 pmThat’s a really great jacket!
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Wrecked Stellar Says:
October 25th, 2009 at 2:16 pmlove that jacket! looks warm, stylish, and comfy and you can’t go wrong with those
hope you’re having a fabulous weekend!x ws x
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melissa~ Says:
October 25th, 2009 at 2:51 pmLove it!
I love how your boots match with the jacket.
Is a very fun look, great!Kisses!
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Farrielle Says:
October 25th, 2009 at 2:53 pmreally cool jacket love the outfit.
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Snapshot Fashion Says:
October 25th, 2009 at 3:27 pmTHIS LOOK IS SO GREAT! a far cry from a band geek. you styled the jacket to perfection. love this look on you.
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ondressingup Says:
October 25th, 2009 at 5:01 pmOh! Hahahaha. You sound like you’re snickering behind your hands that you didn’t join the marching band. Those thigh high boots. You’re still the only girl on the blogosphere who wears those with style.
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Couture Cookie Says:
October 25th, 2009 at 6:48 pmThis is great! You get to wear the clothes but don’t have to hang out with dorky bandmates and carry your instrument everywhere… not only chic, but also smart!
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Lesley Says:
October 25th, 2009 at 8:35 pmAhhh I’m soo jealous!!! That jacket is hot! I love the color!
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koko Says:
October 25th, 2009 at 8:48 pmwow that jacket is great !!! and still love the thigh high boots
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Sher Says:
October 25th, 2009 at 9:59 pmHehe, you’ll definitely fit right in with the band:) Rad jacket!!
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vinh! Says:
October 25th, 2009 at 10:08 pmThis fit looks like so much fun. Stands out without being too “costumey” which is what happens sometimes when people incorporate pieces like that coat.
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Katy Says:
October 25th, 2009 at 11:46 pmAwesome.
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Clare Says:
October 26th, 2009 at 12:24 amAw, yay for your very own marching band uniform! You look just perfect.
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erin Says:
October 26th, 2009 at 2:14 amthat’s such a great find! i haven’t seen anything like that in vancouver!
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sharon rose Says:
October 26th, 2009 at 3:45 amHi there-totally fabulous outfit, you rock for sure! The jacket is an awesome find!
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Brittany Says:
October 26th, 2009 at 8:54 amLar, can you tell me which store??! i need to pick one of those up…i NEED to! there are so many thrift/vintage stores down in the highlands…help?!
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anh Says:
October 26th, 2009 at 11:45 amkuteness OVERLOAD! loves it!
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anh Says:
October 26th, 2009 at 12:40 pmp.s great minds do think alike! i am going to do all 3 in this years costume! so it should be fun! beehive hair, harajuku makeup and amywine house with a super hero kick to it. let’s hope it works out as planned! i can’t wait to see what you will be!
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Becs Says:
October 26th, 2009 at 1:47 pmYou look so cute! Those thigh high boots seriously fit you to a tee. Great find with the jacket, esp. because of the red color!
xo, Becs
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Linda Says:
October 26th, 2009 at 4:10 pmBah! You overly cute jerk…jk.
THE BOOTS AGAIN! Genius!
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hanako66 Says:
October 26th, 2009 at 6:53 pmI LOVE this outfit…LOVE!!!!!!
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enc Says:
October 26th, 2009 at 8:01 pmSuper sweet. I love the jacket with the boots.
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Ela Says:
October 26th, 2009 at 11:53 pmYou are so cute missy! Sorry you got left out from all the fun…but better late than never
Love the details in the sleeves…funny, not sure I would’ve noticed/appreciated that detail if I saw it worn in a marching band…I guess you see what you want to see
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indigo Says:
October 27th, 2009 at 1:31 amtotally jealous. all my friends are in marching band and they always look like they’re having so much fun! I totally love the jacket, and you paired it perfectly with your outfit. I’m so behind on blogs too….
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Liv Says:
October 27th, 2009 at 1:34 amtotally hot jacket – love that it’s vintage too and has a story behind it.
I love thigh highs too but i’m short….not sure if i can pull it off.
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clare Says:
October 27th, 2009 at 2:26 pmI AM SO JEALOUS! i love this jacket, if i were in Georgia I would have it. It’s such a great color and the fit is perfect! nice outfit.
I’ve been waiting to get a 20 euro black cheap military cardigan but it is not as exciting. But it is still more exciting then a 40 dollar black Gap cardigan.
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AsianCajuns Reply:
October 27th, 2009 at 11:30 pmOoo the black military cardigan sounds perfect!
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Amy Says:
October 27th, 2009 at 3:29 pmGorgeous jacket! It goes great with those amazing boots!!
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Katie Says:
October 29th, 2009 at 1:54 pmLOVE this outfit!!! I have to find some great boots, a red band jacket, and fingerless gloves to knock it off. One of my all-time favorites from you guys!
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Liz Blair Says:
November 4th, 2009 at 11:59 amOh my gosh! I don’t remember my old marching band jacket ever looking this cool!!!!
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charles Says:
November 12th, 2009 at 6:32 pmi absolutely adore your jacket! i’m very jealous!
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WendyB Says:
December 30th, 2009 at 1:03 amAwesome from head to toe. The thigh highs are amazing.
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