God, I'm good at the death stare, aren't I?
I found this little blazer of love at a thrift store last month. I ripped the shoulder pads out because I already have huge shoulders and they weren't helping the matter any. And then do you want to know what I did?
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I ironed.
Yes, that's right. Ashley "No Iron" Snazzy Pants ironed her goddamn blazer. And let me tell you, it was an experience. The iron in my house is from 1975, which is kind of intimidating in itself. Appliances that are nearly 40 years old scare me. Our old dishwasher was from 1975, too, and when we got it replaced last year the technician said we're lucky it didn't catch fire and burn our house down because it was so ancient. I hope they say that about me when I'm old, too. ANYWAY, I was kind of on edge when using the iron, and the smell wasn't overly pleasant. It was like, two parts burning flesh, one part Pirates of the Caribbean ride at Disneyworld. I suppose it could have been worse. But I persevered and ironed the shit out of dem wrinkles, and look how good it looks! Okay, well you should have seen it before. Then maybe you'd be impressed.
Blazer: thrifted vintage
Top: Ruche
Skirt: UO
Shoes: Steve Madden
You just made me bust out laughing at work! Thanks for the giggle during a craptastic day. I loathe ironing! That's why half my clothes don't get worn. My iron is at least 16 years old.
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Congrats on conquering the iron! ha! The blazer looks great and I want that skirt, so cute!
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i don't even know where our iron is right now...that's how much i don't iron. good for you=) it was worth it cause that blazer looks great!
ReplyDeletehaha laughing
ReplyDeletecute outfit!
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Congratulations! I'm not the biggest fan of ironing, so, I totally understand you. ;)
ReplyDeleteYou look like kick ass lady from 40's in this outfit. Actually no - just upper part, mini would be too much for 40s. ;)
And, yes, you could definitely kill with your stare. :)
Literally in love with your skirt!
ReplyDeleteWell done on breaking the ironing barrier, I've not ironed EVER, I wear creased clothes to work, they love it haha xx
nice blazer
ReplyDeleteI LOVE your thrifted blazer...and I hate to iron too.....you did a great job...and fyi, Im glad Im not on the receiving end of that death stare, lol....mwah!
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Too funny! If anyone enjoys ironing I think they must be crazy!!
ReplyDeleteFab blazer! :D
Your description of the smell is beyond accurate! The blazer looks snazzy though. :)
ReplyDeletethe blazer looks great but I think its time ti invest in a new iron. You dont want your obituary to read death by iron.
ReplyDeleteAt first, I was pleasantly enjoying the prettiness of the outfit, especially the fabulous skirt, and then I looked up at your face and pissed my panties. Your face scares the crap out of me! You can be boss, Ashley... I'm not fighting you for anything!
ReplyDeleteI have never even tried to iron because I know better than to even turn one on. I would probably set my shirt on fire or something.
ReplyDeleteP.S. Your skirt is beautiful. I love the details.
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Firstly, nice post.
ReplyDeleteSecondly, nice skirt.
Thirdly, great scare face.
And finally,well done for not burning down your house with the ancient iron lol.
that little peplum on the back is so damn cute and I know ironing is super awful, which is why you should just never buy cotton or linen or silk anything, right?
ReplyDeleteAlso, that skirt is amazing, like scalloped hem heaven.
I believe you about the wrinkles. It's the only downside of cotton. And your death stare is way cool!
ReplyDeleteYou need to come be my personal stylist, like, RIGHT NOW. Oh, and what the hell is an iron?
ReplyDelete(Obviously I know what an iron is, but you get the idea. I have the same affliction. :P)
(That line about how you "ironed your goddamn blazer" sounds like something out of one of my novels! I still can't get over how hilarious you are...)
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Haha, you are quite good at the death stare...I wish I could do it :P
ReplyDeleteAnd *gasp* YOU IRONED?! :p
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haha, i never iron my clothes!!! maybe because i didn't even bother to get one!
ReplyDeletesuch a cute skirt! and lol you go girl you bust out that iron!!
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Oh that blazer is fierce! I also love that scalloped, tiered skirt. Great look--congrats on pulling the iron out...I haven't in months.
ReplyDeleteI didn't even know they made dishwashers back in the 1970's! LOL
Oh that blazer is fierce! I also love that scalloped, tiered skirt. Great look--congrats on pulling the iron out...I haven't in months.
ReplyDeleteI didn't even know they made dishwashers back in the 1970's! LOL
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ReplyDeletewow, you really ARE most excellent at the death scare. i'm a little afraid of you right now. except your skirt is darling and love that jacket, so you must not be all bad. :)
ReplyDeleteThis blazer is GORGEOUS I love the shoulders and the little detailing at the back so nice and I love the shade too. Also love the texture of this skirt! Can't believe you broke your irony rule too :P
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I'm generally against ironing, but you know, sometimes you gotta do it. It sounds like 1975 was a good year for your household appliances. I love this shirt, it's like you stole it from a mermaid xxx
ReplyDeleteI never iron. ever. Unless it's required for a sewing project. So, therefor I am officially impressed by you and this post.
ReplyDeleteSecondly, this polka dot is charming.
Hahah I can totally relate because I will try anything before resorting to the iron-it's an evil evil machine (but it made your blazer look pretty fab!) I love this skirt and the pussy bow top!
ReplyDeleteYou ironed??! Woahhhh! :P And well done on ditching the shoulder pads. I really don't get along with them either. I heard that as a wide hipped girl, I SHOULD wear shoulder pads to help balance my figure out. BULLSHIT! I become Wide-All-Over-And-Not-Just-Hips-Lucy. Not good. x x
ReplyDeletewhoaaaa. you ironed? whooaaa. that's why you've got such a death glare on :p seriously though, loveee the blazer, its such a great color!
ReplyDeleteYou are good at the death stare and you are even better at the comedy. Have you ever thought about writing for television? Comedy TV? Anyway, you would rule it.
ReplyDeleteSpeaking of ruling it, this outfit RULES. That skirt is incredible. Ironing is dumb but steaming is heaven. Steamers aren't that expensive either. You would love it.
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haha NOT an ironer myself which is freakin bad because I cant be living in cotton and polyester my entire life! haha. The scalloped detail on your skirt is beauuuuuutifulk and I happen to think your 'death-stare' rocks :P
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'twas so worth it, Ashley - even with the fire hazard... Loving the scaly skirt, too.
ReplyDeleteGreat outfit! Love that skirt, it's so unique!
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Gorgeous blazer and I loooooooooooove that blouse! xx
ReplyDeletePS. You have the best death stare, I wish I could master it :)
you are too funny
ReplyDeletecracking up at the 1975 iron
i personally can't take my eyes off of that amazing skirt you have on
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haha i hate ironing but your blazer looks awesome you did a great job!!! and that skirt is awesome :)
ReplyDeleteI love that petal skirt- so so pretty! Also, major props on pulling out the iron! I look like a wrinkled mess many times because I simply refused to iron- too much work! :P
ReplyDeleteAlso, thank you for the birthday wishes last week! :)
ReplyDeleteYou make me laugh!! "I hope they say that when I'm old, too." HA!!
ReplyDeleteThat blazer is so pretty. I love the little flared ruffle in the back.
hahahaha, well it turned out super good! Love this entire outfit.. especially the scallop skirt!
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