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This outfit is a bit of an odd thing. You see, I do not buy anything with fur as I don’t need real fur to look good. And yet I bought this short jacket with fur (rabbit) years ago. Against all my own beliefs. Was it because I fell in love with it? Or because it had been bloody expensive and was heavily reduced in the sale? Did I convince myself that there were plenty of rabbits? I don’t know. But whatever I thought at the time, it must have been a momentarily lapse. And I disagree with myself about it now. Only, to throw it out, won’t help any animal anymore. It is now a reminder not to buy fur again. Of course the discussion goes further (you wear leather, you eat meat etc.) and yes I am cutting back on eating meat as well. And if I do eat meat, I make sure the animal had a bit of a decent life for as far as you can believe the label. Am I doing well in this world and for this world? Hell no, I could do a lot more. Slowly shifting folks.
Let’s go back to frivolous stuff like outfits.
This outfit is really for colder days than the day these photos were taken but heck, it isn’t spring yet and it is still shopping my own wardrobe. Loes and I photographed in “de Vijfhoek” which is a very old part of Haarlem.
Below: Loes in a little alley.
Below: I sat in the same spot but because I am a very curious person (OK … nosy is perhaps a more adequate word), I stuck my head around the corner as a big lorry was trying to drive through the narrow streets.
Below: Across the road was more sunshine and a very dodgy bench.
Below: Giving instructions to Loes,who doesn’t need any haha.
Below: The result. I wish the cars weren’t be there, but that is impossible these days.
Below: This is the kind of bicycle mums ride in the Netherlands. Kids popped in the cart and away they go.
Below: Nice stained glass in this old neighbourhood.
Below: Head-to-toe shot with an old building as background. Oufit details: suede leggings by Pauw (worn before with my black and white batwing jumper) – bought second hand. The green jumper is by Sportmax and years old (worn before here and here). Black suede ankle boots by IRO, seen many times before. Black mini crossbody bag Marcie by Chloé.
Below: Hair and outfit from the back.
Below: We came to a nice square with a big church.
Below: To the left of the square we saw this door (photographed from the inside) and Loes told me it lead to a courtyard of an almshouse.
Below: I have been here before but came from the other side and I didn’t recognize it.
Below: Loes between a nice lamppost and some roses, her eyes nearly closed because of the lovely sunshine.
Below: Trying to look tough.
Below: It was nearly spring….
Below: The cat door wasn’t cut out of the ancient front door but was put in the window. Drying the washing like that is in line with the old fashioned almshouse, don’t you think?
Below: Some more pictures of the front of the houses. Makes you yearn for spring.
Below: Underneath the entrance on the other side where the shops are.
Below: At the shop side of the almshouse courtyard is a cute restaurant called Restaurant “Hofje zonder zorgen”.
Below: Overlooking the courtyard.
Below: Loes bought a bracelet in the shop next door before we went in for lunch.
Below: Of course I couldn’t resist them either (they were inexpensive, in the sale and nice).
Below: In that sale I also bought my own mug to have cappuccino in the office instead of using plastic or paper cups. Sustainable deed.
Below: After a delicious lunch for Loes and a date cake for me we headed home, passing this mural.
Below: Across the road is a nice café. What we Dutch call a “brown café”.
Below: Loes in monochrome blue. The new bracelet is very nice with the outfit.
What happened in my life this week
After weeks of crying, Ron was investigating the possibility of a new dog, a puppy of the same breed to fill the terrible void. And found out that there were very little puppies available and the ones that were born or were to be born were spoken for. It might take at least another year before he could get a new dog. Ron was very unhappy.
Then last Friday he got a call from a breeder saying that one of the puppies, previously spoken for, was available. Would he be interested? HAH.. would he? We immediately drove to the north of the country to see OUR new dog. Here he is at six weeks old. On the 8th of March he will come to live with us. He will be called Watson after Sherlock Holmes’s assistant. Isn’t he the cutest?
Saturday was a lovely sunny day which I spent with my friend Lia, sitting on a terrace in the sun. Lia was squinting which makes her look different than in reality. Sorry Lia, didn’t have a better one.
Sunday again was very sunny and Ron and I drove to my mum and took her to a terrace. We discussed the name for the dog.
Monday was the day we researched a concept through interviews with “the target group”. Which meant coming home at 22.00 hrs. Long day.
Tuesday was a normal working day with the exception that my team went out for lunch. Here is a photo of a few of them. As you can see, we don’t need to be in suits in the office.
Wednesday was the last glorious sunshine day for a while. Spent it with my friend Peggy in the 9 Streets in Amsterdam. My knee was holding up pretty well (we only did two streets). We both hadn’t shopped for quite a while, were very pleased to see each other again after a pretty long time and the weather was bright…. this all lead to quite some spending. Aiii..
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Greetje
I can see why you like green so much; it really is delicious on you. I never felt it looked very good on me, but seems to work so well on a blonde. Or at least on you!
I’m rabidly anti-fur, but once upon a time a friend and I got very drunk while we were supposed to be moving her belongings into another flat. We ended up at a vintage store, and I bought a vintage coat from the 60s that has a mink collar. I’ve been a vegetarian since I was 15, I am nearly a vegan, I used to not wear leather of any sort, blah blah blah, and yet I drunkenly bought a coat with a mink collar! I do still wear it, because like you, it seems such a waste of a life. Also like you, it is a permanent reminder to me about avoiding fur. And shopping whilst drunk.
I’m so happy about Watson. I have read every Sherlock Holmes book ever written, so I adore the name. I can’t wait for more photos of him. xxx
Yes, green does look good on me but I am not a natural blonde and that makes a difference I think. As yellow looked good on me when I was a brunette and I can still wear it being blonde.
Greetje
Well I have mixed feelings about saying how much I love this jacket. I love the way you layered it and the color choices are superb. I’m very glad you were able to get some sunshine. I do buy fur second hand. And like you, I also eat very little meat and only if the poultry and eggs are cage free. I agree that we don’t necessarily know if the labels are correct. But being conscientious has to help.
One of the things that bothers me most in terms of fast fashion is that the synthetic fur is made with chemicals. And so much of that is being bought. Unlike genuine fur, it will be tossed eventually, sooner rather than later, and when it is, it gets tossed into the landfill where it will not decompose. Real fur is generally not thrown away. It is made into scarves or pillows. It will leach toxic chemicals into the soil and that threatens human beings, as well as animals.
I agree this topic is very nuanced. And I understand that I am also hypocritical and imperfect. Even if I buy for secondhand, I am still guilty.
I love Loes bracelet and these wonderful sunny shots!
❤️❤️❤️
Elle
https://theellediaries.com/
You said the right word Elle, it is a very nuanced topic. When you think you do good with one thing, it is bad for something else. As I have said to others, we are all on different steps of the “good ladder” with Mother Theresa at the top and hard criminals at the bottom. We all try and fail. And try again.
Thanks for your honest comment. Really appreciate it.
Greetje
I am so happy you will soon have a new fur baby in your house! Watson is simply ADORABLE!!! Oh my! I want to visit you as soon as he is at your place ; P
Your outfit looks very cozy, chic and comfy.
Bravo to you for making changes that are pro environment. Every little bit counts!
Suzanne
http://www.suzannecarillo.com
Thanks for the thumbs up Suzanne. Means a lot to me coming from you. As I have said this weekend, we are all on different steps of the “good ladder” with Mother Theresa at the top and hard criminals at the bottom. Trying to get a step higher every time and…. failing miserably as well.
You are always welcome to see Watson of course. You will have to stay at Anja’s I am afraid as you are too allergic to our cat.
Greetje
Great outfit, but could not fail with your great legs. I too always seem to go for greens. I think it suits my colouring and obviously yours too. We had great weather last week and went away three days in a trot whilst it was sunny reminded me how beautiful my country is. So glad you are giving another wee dog a home he is a cracker. Home is not home without a pet or pets.
Or a plant. My firm belief is that houses need plants. Although my friend Anja only has to look at a plant and it dies. She is the exception to the rule.
As for my legs… hahaha… I know where to put the emphasis. They are my assets.
And yes green (this green) is one of my favourites.
I take it you are Dutch when you wrote “how beautiful my country is”?
Hello, can I ask what a brown café means please? I remember there were two types, a coffee shop and a café but have not come across the term ‘brown’ before.
Love your new puppy, what fun you will have with him! X
Brown café means it is an old fashioned café with no frills, no modern stuff. Chairs of brown wood, old creamy/brown wall paper. Wooden bar, little tables like in the fifties/sixties. They are old fashioned and remind you a bit of a living room.
I always enjoy your blog and meeting your friends. All of you look fabulous. You inspire me to use what I have! Good luck with the new puppy!
I have to admit that I have never made much effort to shop my own wardrobe. These past months were a first. I quite surprise myself. And I am pleased with what I can create.
I do love the locations you use for your photographs. Mr Mc and I hope to visit the Netherlands more often and travel around with our caravan. Watson is adorable. I look forward to more photographs when he is home. Love – Jill x
http://www.stylishatsixty.wordpress.com
When you do visit my country, give me a shout will you? And yes, as Charlie was in the photos a lot, so will Watson, I am sure. Dear, dear Charlie, we still cry over her. Watson comes a little early but is very wanted. Ron was so sad and lonely.
I don’t think we will be visiting this year as we have plans to visit the USA and France. But thinking of visiting 2020.Sent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone. ——– Original message ——–From: Disqus Date: 04/03/2019 20:33 (GMT+00:00) To: sillyjillymac@tiscali.co.uk Subject: Re: Comment on A furry jacket “When you do visit my country, give me a shout will you? And yes, as Charlie was in the photos a lot, so will Watson, I am sure. Dear, dear Charlie, we still cry over her. Watson comes a little early but is very wanted. Ron was so sad and lonely.”
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When you do visit my country, give me a shout will you? And yes, as Charlie was in the photos a lot, so will Watson, I am sure. Dear, dear Charlie, we still cry over her. Watson comes a little early but is very wanted. Ron was so sad and lonely.
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Good plans. And it will be 2020 in no time.
Great outfit. I also like your new blog design and comment feature. It’s a great update.
Thanks Nicole. I hope everybody will agree with the comment feature. Have been searching for quite a while to decide what I wanted.
I found somebody new for my IT support, when my previous one stopped and she designed the new look.
I know that you love to wear green and that it’s a flattering color on you but I’m always taken aback at how VERY lovely it is with your complexion!!
That jacket is very uniquely designed and I do understand your personal “dilema” with animal fur. I have my grandmother’s mink draped over the back of our couch. It’s at least 60+ years old. For a long time it simply hung in a protective bag at my parents home. No one could part with it. When my parents were both gone I kept it without knowing what I’d do with it. I finally concluded that it would be a lot more beautiful than any fake fur throw blanket in our new home. After spending a small fortune to have it cleaned I’m happy that it really honors my grandmother’s memory. She always loved something in mink back in the 1960’s.
WATSON!!!! Oh goodness that little face just steals your heart!! I can’t wait for the Watson photos and stories. Again, good luck with the puppyhood challenge! 🙂
Yes, the fur debate knows many sides to the story. Glad you can remember your grandmother this way.
Puppy Watson will be Ron’s task. He has the time and he wants the dog. I am only there for support and love.
I’m so glad you found another fur baby. They really add so much to our lives, and are so heartwarming.
I love the vest. Of course, I’m biased because I’ve been wearing vests more and more. As for the fur debate…it’s over charged. It is what it is, and as much as I care about animals (because I do), there are much bigger problems in this world. (man I sound cold, don’t I?)
Needless to say, I adore your outfit, I adore your scenery that you included. And how the heck does a mother ride a bike like that?? I’m not sure I could do it….
OXOX
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
No, you don’t sound cold. It is my take on the world as well. I try to do my bit, I really am, but there are so many sides to our world problems. I “discussed” it with Michelle Tyler. I have come to the conclusion that we are all on another step of the “good” ladder with Mother Theresa at the top and hard criminals at the bottom. Let’s warn but not judge.
As for the mother bike, it apparently is easier to ride this one with two wheels as you can correct our balance better than with three or four wheels. We are good with bikes.
I really like the proportions of this outfit, with the shorter jacket over the longer, bright top. The suede leggings look great.
Oh, Watson is adorable! I’m so sorry about the loss of your dog. Ours are getting up there in age, and it’s just a matter of time. Still, you can never quite prepare yourself.
Once I figured out what longer top I could use with this short jacket, the rest of the styling was easy.
Losing Charlie was a blow and you grieve and mourn. She will always have a big place in our hearts. The prospect of Watson coming to live with us, got Ron singing again.
I love the little dog! He (or she?) will be such a joy for you and Ron. I love the name Watson! It is so cute!
It is a little male this time. And he is going to help my Sherlock haha.
The dog is so cute. And so is the top and like you I am trying to not eat meat as much. I still like leather shoes and purses but I do try to buy from vendors that are cruelty free. Could I ask you to do something for me? Could you take pictures of what you will have to eat (when you go to a restaurant or cafe)? Also, what is a brown cafe? Thank you and love to read your blog.
I don’t know what you mean when you ask “what you will have to eat”. Could you elaborate on that? A brown café got its name because about 30 years ago these kind of pubs were all in brown colours. Brown wooden chairs, creamy/brown wallpaper etc. They were the no-nonsense pubs. There aren’t many left.
On this outing you mentioned you sat and had a slice of cake. I would have loved to see what it looks like. I cook a lot and post it on Instagram, but lately only healthy food, sadly :). Hubby needs to get his health in order.
I didn’t take a picture of my date cake as I hardly ever take pictures of food. I am not much into food. Unlike you I don’t cook at all haha. Only if I have to. But the date cake looked a lot like this (is in Dutch but it has a picture): http://www.tres-adorable.com/recept-dadeltaart-van-bagels-beans/
I don’t know what you mean when you ask “what you will have to eat”. Could you elaborate on that? A brown café got its name because about 30 years ago these kind of pubs were all in brown colours. Brown wooden chairs, creamy/brown wallpaper etc. They were the no-nonsense pubs. There aren’t many left.
What a gorgeous puppy Greetje.
Your green top is exactly the same shade as my emerald green jumper, I am currently wearing – no wonder I liked it.
I adore this colour green. It is so deep and it makes me look good. It is very hard to find though. A couple of years ago green got popular but it was more like teal and there is too little yellow in teal to make me look good.
So pleased you and Ron to have found Watson – he looks lovely. You make my Sunday evening when I receive your email. Also you inspired me to spend money [not much persuasion needed!} on a recent trip to Belgium – not your red leopard jacket and trousers but something similar!!
I will hang on to your words “not much persuasion needed” before I start feeling guilty haha. Hope you will enjoy your new clothes enormously. Blogs, Instagram, Pinterest.. they all inspire and tempt.
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I had all sorts of things in mind to comment about…but they all vanished from memory as soon as I saw Watson. I can’t begin to tell you how very happy I am for you and Ron. !!!! He is indeed the cutest and will surely upstage you in many photos Greetje, LOLOL.
I’m getting antsy for spring and anytime I saw bulbs blooming yesterday while on our walk, I may have squealed out loud. Lovely to see the pots and window boxes starting to get colourful in your part of the world too.
It has been such brilliant weather here. Which is now gone, really gone. Wind, rain, it is autumn again. Well, the temperatures are not too bad. But I already bought a summer dress…. sob..
We are very much looking forward to coming Friday when Watson moves in.
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