This summer pin-striped suit caught my eye right away. It was purchased in the southern states over 30 years ago but doesn’t look a day old. The handsome man wearing it told me that his ensemble always reminds him of his father who said, “A cane and a hat is the definition of leisure!”
Jeanne pulls out this sassy, striped dress every summer. She’s been doing so for well over 30 years and it still looks remarkable! She remembers buying it when Nancy Sinatra’s These Boots Were Made for Walkin was a big hit and a low waist on clothing was all the rage. What a lovely summer outfit.
bags, headwear, patterns textiles and color, skirts and dresses, vintage fashion
It was February 2011. My grandma and I were in a store in Jacksonville, Oregon. I found some glasses made out of strainers and asked her if I could take her picture, she didn’t hesitate…
By Jarod Timmerman
Honolulu, Hi
contemporary fashion, fur leather and feather, headwear, jewelry and accessories
My Grandma and I were in Jacksonville, Oregon – a historic city since the late 1800s – we found a bench in the sun in front of an old bank. She’s always got one of her pairs of glasses on and always has a different pair of earrings on… easy on the lens.
By Jarod Timmerman
Honolulu, Hi
This bright red coat and big black fur hat drew me in from almost a block away – I couldn’t resist. Two colours I adore (I know, I know, black isn’t a colour!). Can you believe this woman is 89? She radiates youthfulness!
The double breasted navy blazer, white sun hat and sneakers definitely give this ensemble a nautical feel. However I like the way the big dark fashion sunglasses and bright red beads keep the look quite urban.
A smart and playful look – peach pants, orange socks, white shoes and a black hat. You wouldn’t think they would look great together, but they do!
contemporary fashion, headwear, jewelry and accessories, pants, patterns textiles and color
After speaking with this colourful gal, I quickly realized that her bold style choices matched her personality perfectly – she’s energetic and full of life.
Asking what her style inspiration was, she explained that she followed ‘What Not to Wear‘ for about five seasons and that she learned the importance of including “one piece that pops”. Well it worked because the first thing I noticed was her bright green bag. Such superb and fun style!
This guy looked too cool in his straw hat and shades for me to let him pass by. He also sports an old leather backpack that matches his brown loafers and cane. A lovely end of summer outfit.
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