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Dusters & Long Cardigans

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So glad I kept all the long cardigans and dusters that I bought over the years.

 

I'm getting dressed to go to a function a little later.  Wearing my usual turtleneck, pants and ankle boots ... and was looking for something to wear over like sweater or jacket.  It's overcast and cool today.

 

Now that I got rid of so much stuff, I can see what's in the closet.  I found a deep purple sweater knit duster from Attitude.  Really well done ... not just a plain flat knit.  It has a shawl collar in a open stitch that goes all the way down the front. sections of vertical and horizontal ribbing and godet inserts.  I think I bought this before I retired in 2010 and only recall wearing it once before.  It got stuck in the back of the closet and I forgot all about it.  

 

Best of all - looks fab over my white shirt and black pants and black ankle books.  

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Re: Dusters & Long Cardigans

@ALRATIBA

 

Love that look!  

 

I recently bought a light-weight red/rust linen duster to wear to my 50th high school reunion.  I wore it over jeans with a sleevless black top that had a gathered neckline and a bit of red embroidery across the front.

 

While I don't consider myself all that stylish, it made me at least feel up to date.  Being taller (5' 6") I felt it added a streamline appearance.

 

Your purple cardigan sounds wonderful.  And, and added bonus that you got to wear it again Cat Happy

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Re: Dusters & Long Cardigans

love dusters, long cardigans, and toppers that go anywhere from mid thigh to just at the ankles. it is definitely one of my favorite "looks" that i have been wearing for several years now.

 

i just need the weather to start cooperating though. our temperatures are not quite there yet.

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Re: Dusters & Long Cardigans

I too love the look and am looking for a pretty burn out velvet fabric to make a long duster with high side slits.I love the drape and movement when walking in  them.

yours sounds really pretty !😊

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Re: Dusters & Long Cardigans

Sounds like a cute outfit, @ALRATIBA.  I loooove the look of dusters!   However, I've tried on many in recent weeks and they swallow me up.  Even in petite sizes.   At 5ft-2 1/2in, it doesn't matter the shape or the style of the duster, I look absolutely ridiculous in it.   So, I'm envious of any lady who can wear one and rock it!

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