Wednesday, February 8, 2012

The Poncho-Cape


About this look...
I have been avoiding the poncho-cape because after seeing myself in photos from the first time I wore it, I was concerned it was too big for my short torso. But when seeking something cozy to wrap myself up in the other day, I reached for it without hesitation. I think my problem was wearing it with flats the first time, I definitely needed the extra height these wedge booties give me!





Tortoise "Number One" sunglasses - Karen Walker | Lips - Illamasqua in Gowl | Maroon poncho-cape - H&M | Black dress - La Classe Couture via Stitch Fix | Dagger necklace - F21 | Black tights - HUE | Rose gold chronorgraph watch - Michael Kors | Bangles - Vintage | Black wrap bracelet - H&M | Studded rings - nOir | "Blanc bomb" ring - Jewelmint | Nails - Julep in Anne (as seen here) | Black "Everyday" tote - Rebecca Minkoff | Brown lace-up wedge booties - Deena & Ozzy 


Thought of the day…
I get asked a lot about remedies for thin nails that are prone to breakage. Because it has come up a lot recently, I thought I would share it here. I’m sure you won’t be surprised to hear that for many years I had acrylic nails. When I finally got the sense to remove them for good, I was left with absolutely destroyed real nails. When talking to my hair stylist, he suggested I start taking Biotin supplements to stimulate growth. Bonus—it helps your hair grow, too! While I was waiting to for the damaged nail to fully grow out, I tried a lot of strengthening base coats. Nothing I tried came close to Nail Aid. It really gave my nails the strength they needed.

11 comments:

Angie Paglino said...

DUDE!!!!!!!!!!!!  I bigpuffyhearts this on you.  You are totally right, the wedge with all black adds that something special and pull this all together.

xo.

Angie

Adiel said...

Yay, thanks! It's nice to have it confirmed!

Ali Cat said...

Amazing amazing poncho-cape thing. Love it with the dark lip!

Wendy Brown said...

I, for one, absolutely love the poncho cape. You should wear it more, with flats or heels. Both look fab.

Adiel said...

Yay! Thanks, Ali!

Adiel said...

Haha you would! Does it surprise you that this article of clothing always makes me think of you?

Santina said...

You are absolutely adorable in this poncho/cape! I totally know what you mean, though. Sometimes I need a little help from some chunky heels to give me confidence to wear the more challenging pieces in my closet. 

I love that third shot! You are too cute! 

Adiel said...

 I'm so glad you understand! Thanks, Santina! xo

Wendy Brown said...

 That surprises me zero. I think my favorite picture in the world captures you wearing this very article :)

Adiel said...

Haha, it's one of my faves, too!

House Of Jeffers said...

I'm LOVING this poncho-cap look on you! I used to own one myself... but it had a very grandma-vibe, so I tossed it. And I love that your lipstick matches your outfit!

Jen
www.houseofjeffers.com