Friday, February 1, 2013

If I were a jazz musician...

Beanie- American Apparel, Coat- BCBG, Brooch- Vintage Find, Denim- Gap, Bag- YSL, Shoes- Coach, Sunglasses- Michael Kors, Watch- Michael Kors, Bracelets-Coach


      Many of you may not know this but for quiet a long time I was a total band geek (not nearly as cool as the jazz musician in the mural behind me). I played baritone saxophone and I loved that huge hunk of metal to pieces! My classmates would refer to me as Lisa Simpson, but whenever someone asked who inspired me to play sax I would always respond with: "the blue M&M of course!" These days I eat more blue M&Ms than actually playing the sax but who knows, that could change in time!




      I wore this particular outfit on a casual walk thru downtown Santa Cruz, my favorite local spot. It has been too cold to go out with out a hat lately and I've been wearing this American Apparel beanie constantly. I think I own this style in three colors, so I highly recommend making a purchase if you are in the market for a new cold weather item. The BCBG coat I have on was a holiday gift from my sister, Claire. She knows me well and found this stunner at a consignment shop and I couldn't be more happy with the classic piece. 



Yours,
Nico



51 comments:

  1. I wish I was as cool as a "band geek" - at least you had musical talent! haha
    Looking cute!

    xo Jennifer

    http://seekingstyleblog.wordpress.com

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  2. Oh really? wow how cool!!:D and your look is just great Nico, you look so nice!! Happy weekend dear! Kisses! xo

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  3. Nice look!

    http://lowbudget-lowcost.blogspot.it/2013/02/yesits-snowing.html

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  4. Love the jacket and the pretzel brooch :)

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  5. Love the setting you've used for this shoot. The jacket is really cool!

    www.SamuelJamesMorris.com

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  6. Great coat! You will get so much wear out of it for many years to come.
    Love these photos...going to Pin it on my Style board.
    I think I am in love with your pretzel brooch!

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  7. That coat is amazing! I love the AA beanie to,I just may have to pick one of those up! Happy Friday, have a wonderful weekend!
    xo Hannah
    thebraidedbandit.blogspot.com

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  8. I would love to be able to play any instrument :). Cool :)
    I also love the beanie :)
    x, Lara
    My blog has moved, you can now catch me over here : http://rrv12.blogspot.fi/

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  9. Some great investment pieces! And, don't you just love vintage and consignment shop finds? I do, too! :)

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  10. Such a beautiful coat! And I'd love to be able to play any instrument at all!

    Girls that glitter love the dark
    xoxo

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  11. Great pictures!
    Your coat looks really nice! My mother used to play the sax and I really love this instrument :)
    Have a great weekend!

    xx

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  12. Stunning. Esp love the coat. I´m following you :)

    GIVEAWAY ON MY BLOG

    xo

    glamDevils

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  13. HI thx you for your comment !!
    i really love your jacket and the blog is amazing !! so
    yes i follow you
    Milca :)
    www.milcaway.blogspot.it

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  14. Oh, thanks so much, you're so lovely<3
    Bisous xx

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  15. Nico are those legs REAL? I thought they only looked like that once the art editor had been at work! /:-)

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  16. Hi dear
    Beautiful background
    And you look lovely with the hat
    xoxo

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  17. Woot woot, look at you rocking your beanie! I love it :)
    Adds the perfect, musician touch ;)
    Haha, awesome coat and skinnies too

    Trendy Teal

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  18. Beautiful look!! I love your coat!
    I follow you with GFC!
    Have a nice sunday!

    Besos, desde España, Marcela♥

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  19. Very pretty coat and cool shoes too. What a nice casual look :)
    Ginny
    mynewfavoriteoutfit.blogspot.com

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  20. Love the coat!! And yes for we thin blooded Californians this cold spell has necessitated the addition of hats and scarves!! Don't lose the gift of your music, it's always great to have that ability. Take care and enjoy your outings around town.

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  21. you look lovely! love the location you chose:)
    thank you soo much for your sweet comment, it means a lot!
    lots & lots of love
    xx
    http://fromarmanitozurich.blogspot.ch

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  22. I follow you back with great pleasure dear Nico,thanks a lot...you've a great blog too and I like so much your look,kiss,Paolo

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  23. I totally adore your outfit! you look super chic!

    http://sarassweetstyle.blogspot.com/

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  24. So interesting to hear about your music playing! Love the coat, its such an elegant classic piece.

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  25. I love this! That coat is stunning and totally won my heart :) New follower!

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  26. Didn't know you played, that's cool :) This outfit is great, so casual and perfect!

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  27. I love how you amtched that beanie! Do u want to follow each other on gfc and fb? KiSS

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  28. thanks for your kind words on my last post and of course we can follow each other, i already started ;) how cool you used to play such an uncommon instrument!

    jessica
    http://www.jumpintopuddles.com

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  29. Nice coat :)!! Following you now!Visit http://urbanfashionstylee.blogspot.com and check my new post !!

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  30. love the coat

    your newest follower on GFC :)
    xx
    Staci

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  31. Stunning outfit! Thanks for your lovely comment on my blog....

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  32. Hi dear Nico, it´s so interesting to read about your relation to music - and your outfit is absolutely great.

    And thank you for your nice comment on my blog: I checked immediately your blog with the result: I like it!

    Now I´m happy to be your newest follower on bloglovin and it´ll be great if you follow me back.

    xxx
    Rena

    http://dressedwithsoul.blogspot.de/

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  33. Lovely brooch!!
    xx
    www.clothesandcamera.com

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  34. I am loving that blue and black together! Nico, that is a great mural behind you. LOTS and LOTS of jazz here in New Orleans. Lot of little clubs and such. You would enjoy it.
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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  35. I played the saxophone too, mostly because it was loud!

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  36. Adorable! Love your blog. Thanks for the wonderful comment on mine. Following you!

    XoXo
    Teresa
    http://www.chicaffordable.blogspot.com

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  37. That wall art is so amazing. :) Great look too!

    Thanks for the comment! x

    Satu
    Indie by heart

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  38. love the beanie! cute! www.fashionifancy.com

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  39. That is such a great coat! Also love the mural you're standing in front of. I was in band too, wind instruments but i don't really have any nicknames from it!

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