Sunday, January 15, 2012

a trip to the ballard locks

ballard locks 1/14/12 Outfit at the locks
1/14/12 Outfit at the locks
1/14/12 Outfit at the locks
1/14/12 Outfit at the locks
Wearing: thrifted hat, top, jeans, and shoes, gifted trench, earrings, and bracelet, BeadleBop clutch from an Academichic giveaway
 
On Saturday the sun was streaming in through our windows and I told Chris we had to make it out of the house to watch the sun set at the Ballard Locks (more accurately the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks).  The locks have become an appealing tourist attraction for visitors within and outside Seattle.  It may appear unimpressive at first unless you catch it during sunset or when ships are utilizing it, you can also watch salmon migrating up river in the fish ladder viewing room!  I like it because it's close to home and in the spring and summer we're planning on having plenty of walks and picnics in the English Garden.   

On this day it was extremely cold and I nearly risked hypothermia just to show off my pretty new polka dot top!  Looking back at the photos I can't help but notice a bit of sailor-esque styling going on with the navy and white, the flared jeans, and a pop of persimmon for good measure!  But nothing beets this adorable little top.  I went to Buffalo Exchange on Market St. to search for a going out dress with friends and I found this little gem.  It's part of their new merchandise by Peaches N Cream (Made in the USA).  I was hoping to find more information about them online but all that comes up is a children's clothing line.  Anyway, I rarely buy any new merchandise from thrift stores but the uneven polka dots and the bow-back just appealed too much to me to deny myself a little treat!  

Hope everyone has a happy start to their weeks!  What did you do this weekend?
1/14/12 Outfit at the locks

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