Vintage color palette for spring

The fits and starts of spring here in Northern New England necessitate a search for it elsewhere in space and time. I found it in a photo from last year, when Clara and I were together in Paris for a couple of days. Needless to say, I LOVE that jacket! Vintage store was on or near the rue de Turenne.

ode to old cashmere

Source: retrovintagemodstyle

A few weeks ago, a British friend invited me to dinner. She is really truly English, as in calm yet assertive, absolutely not fussy yet classy. She always wears an old wool scarf around her neck, which for some reason makes her look really put together and ready to face anything.

   
I feel as though I can only mimic other people's styles in order to present myself to the world. So, during these unusually cold early spring weeks, I've been throwing my old cashmere scarf around my neck before leaving the house so that maybe I too can face anything.

This is not an original thought. Here is a quote from another blogger: "Scarves are a must-wear in my opinion during Fall/Winter, not only because they are ideal for the cool temperatures, but also because they can 'spice up' any outfit. Available in different colors, patterns, and materials, scarves are an item that never goes out of style within the passing of time." 

I can only add that cashmere scarves can be worn in any season. They protect your neck from the cold and the wind, and they protect your mind from everything else.