Friday, February 3, 2012

the grandpa sweater

 When in doubt (or when cold, or both), throw on a grandpa sweater and rock it with pride. 
Anyone can wear a grandma sweater, but it's the grandPA cardigans that really keep you warm. They are especially nice when they cost $2.00 and have perhaps the tackiest color palette I've ever worn. Somehow I adore this piece despite it's flaws--and that, my friends, is unconditional love. 

Do you have any pieces that you love despite your better judgement? Link it up and show it off!

sweater & boots: thrifted, dress: Forever 21, leggings & socks: Target

ps: this is the last day to enter my garden and sea giveaway! You have a really good chance of winning, so don't hesitate to enter to win some gorgeous winter/spring accessories. 

27 comments:

Theresa said...

Grandpa sweaters are one of the best things that have happened to my life. I own quite a few despite my better judgment, and love them even more for that. xx

Elliespeaks said...

YES. I have some horrendous ones, but I love them because they're warm and make me feel all bohemian and edgy. LOVE YOURS. Molto classy!

two birds said...

i have been looking for something exactly like this for so long! i love it and it look amazing on you!

Anonymous said...

Awesome grandpa cardi!! I really like it over those neutral blacks. My love of biker-ish pieces is something I always tried to repress. Obviously, i'm embrassing it now. Case in point - today's post at http://katiemaye.blogspot.com/2012/02/biker-and-librarian-walk-into-bar.html

Anonymous said...

haha i meant embracing....oops

ShyScout said...

That sweater is adorable. I actually like the color palette :] Good find!

Unknown said...

great mix of patterns!

~Heather

Alice Barton said...

cute cardigan!! xx Alice Barton ♥ The Mow Way

The Semi Sweet said...

What a fabulous cardigan. Grandpa cardigans are the best.

Robyn said...

This is probably my favorite look. I dig the layering, and mild print mixing, and the boots, and pretty much everything.

Urban Nester said...

I'm loving your grandpa sweater. Even though I wouldn't call it that! :] It's way too cute for grandpas. You are darling! I found you through "fashion and faith"! Love finding fellow christian style bloggers :]

xo.
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Anonymous said...

Adorable grandpa sweater! I love that it's only 2 bucks and completely agree that the tackier it is, the better!

Cortney said...

Seriously love that grandpa sweater! It looks so cozy...

melody said...

i actually also love that grandpa sweater!! the colors remind me of the 1950's sports lettermans jacket, especially with the stripes. love how you paired it!

Dus of Cuddly Cacti said...

haha def not a tacky color pallet, that's actually what I first like about it, & the loose fit. Hmm my huge orange 25-cent coat on the other hand- def against my better judgement. Beautiful boots too, great thrift finds, luck you!
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Lauren Nielsen said...

If that is the tackiest color palette, then i'm the tackiest person. Because I love it.

I also have this theory that you look cute in anything.

CSX girls said...

that sweater look awesome! love it so much :) you look adorable.
mind to follow and visit each other? thankyou <3

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Sandra said...

that's pretty :)

Maria- CityLaundry said...

loveee this outfit! you look so comfy and cute!
xx

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Style Servings said...

I completely understand why you love it! It looks really lovely on you and you really make it work with the rest of the look. Great find!

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Unknown said...

Such a lovely outfit!! And $2?!! WOW!!
Drea xo

Mary said...

I like colours so much!Really nice cardigan on you!

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Dita Maulani said...

Good find! I love vintage cardi!

Sandra Leiva said...

Lovely outfit!
I love your jacket! <3

Tess Atkinson said...

love that sweater it looks so warm! x

Anonymous said...

Very nice and cosy outfit :)

Ashlyn said...

I absolutely love this outfit! That is the perfect grandpa sweater ever

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