Yesterday evening we had dinner with family at Yubo’s aunt’s house. This is what I wore.

The trench coat was a gift from my mama. It’s warm and cozy and edged with beautiful crocheted lace.

The lace-inspired chandelier earrings were a gift from my grandmother to wear on my wedding day. Whenever I wear them, I think of her and of that beautiful day.

The ruffle-edged gloves were a Christmas gift from my friend Katherine.

Underneath I wore this white lace shift from Anthropologie, with a black ribbon tied around my waist with a bow. I’m one of those odd people that keeps pretty ribbon and wrapping paper from gifts, but see how useful it is sometimes?

I love how delicate and proper I feel when I wear this dress.

Or not.

Coat: Burberry (gift from my mama)
Dress: Anthropologie
Purse: vintage (ebay)
Gloves: no label (gift)
Shoes: J.Crew
Hosiery: Calvin Klein
Accessories: earrings (gift), found black ribbon