Every time I think of a hat, a sweet story comes to my mind: the Little Prince having to explain the naive adult that his drawing is in reality a boa constrictor digesting an elephant. These adults don’t understand anything, they always need explanations to see through things 😉
For many years I told myself that I should not wear certain things on the pretext that they would not suit me, they would look ridiculous on me (but look amazing on other people), that they wouldn’t fit my style, etc. This obsession we have with putting everything into a box with a pretty little label on it, you know what I am talking about…
And of course, one of those things I always told myself not to wear were hats. Don’t ask me why, but apart from the occasional straw hat to prevent a sunstroke in the summer, it was an accessory that never really interested me, assuming they would ALL make me look stupid and ready for a costume party.
I was reading some blog posts last week, and I read a piece of advice that stuck with me.
As the gorgeous Amy from The Luxi Look put it, quoting Mary Schmich:
“Do one thing a day that scares you.” […] Not to be dramatic, but if you’re not doing things that scare you, facing your fears, making mistakes, trying new things, are you really living?!”
I know what you are thinking, “wearing a bowler hat in good ol’ England is not precisely in my top 10 of scary things to overcome”. However the key factor is that it was not my easy choice, but rather something I had always wanted to try and that I had to bring myself to do, like eating cauliflower or exercising twice a week. For you it could be that pink hair you’ve wanted for so long, or daring to wear animal prints or bright colours… you get my point 🙂
I never used to wear hats… Until now!
Until the moment I decided life is too short not to try things out for fear of embarrassment or betrayal to one’s personal aesthetic. If anything, I believe fashion is a very creative field where we are encouraged to experiment, to hit & miss, to learn from mistakes and enjoy along the way!
This cute bowler hat was the first headwear addition to my wardrobe this year and I am sure I will be including it in future outfits during the colder months. In these pics, it completed the simple outfit and actually pretty much stole the show together with all the blooming trees of this gorgeous city! It felt good to wear the hat, like a small style test, a step outside my comfort zone, a mission accomplished.
Hope you like the result, glamistas! ♥
This week, I dare you to try and wear that piece of clothing that is sitting in your wardrobe because you think it doesn’t fully suit your style. Get out there and own it, make it as yours as your favourite pair of jeans, ignore those labels you may have been putting on yourself and remember to have fun!
Happy Sunday, lovely peeps!
Saida
{Zara Masculine Coat} {H&M Jeans & Bowler hat}
{Primark Shirt & Loafers} {Mango Cardigan} {Primark bag} {H&M Rings}
Mel
5th April 2017 at 7:00 pmSo true!! I absolutely love hats but I’ve never dared to buy one haha I guess we’re not all as bold 😛 You rock the hat look, so I’m sure you’ll find it less and less challenging! Time to find the next test…
Olga Federico
1st April 2017 at 5:51 pmI love this outfit!You look stunning:-)
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Saida
2nd April 2017 at 9:03 pmAwww, thank you gorgeous, you are so kind!
violettedaily
30th March 2017 at 6:11 pmI love this monochrome look with a touch of blue! Nice look!
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Saida
2nd April 2017 at 9:02 pmYou are always so sweet Violette, thanks a lot for reading! :*
yuka
30th March 2017 at 8:43 amwell it looks really great on you! It suits you well!
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Saida
30th March 2017 at 12:21 pmThank a lot Yuka, after this little one, I will most likely be expanding the hat collection 😛
Sending you lots of love Xx
Ashon
29th March 2017 at 10:34 pmSuch a chic look and you look great in this outfit. Love the first picture with the details of your cardigan with beautiful nails color and stunning rings. Beautifully captured.
Love Ashon
http://ashonfashionary.com/dress-over-jeans-springs-trend-alert/
Saida
30th March 2017 at 12:20 pmThat’s such a sweet comment, Ashon, thanks a lot for the support! The pop of colour was most definitely needed to counterbalance those grey skies 😉
Hope you are having a great week, beautiful!
Rina
29th March 2017 at 9:50 pmThe way you used to feel about hats and them not suiting you is how I felt about earrings for the longest time. I think part of it was I always hated that my ears stuck out a bit and I feel that earrings just draw more attention to them. Recently I’m experimenting more with them and finding that I don’t mind them! Guess my ears don’t bother me as much anymore =P
xoxo
Rina Samantha
http://www.andshedressed.com
Saida
30th March 2017 at 11:54 amI know exactly what you mean, we are all self-conscious about some part of other of our body, so we just wanna hide them until one day you realise they are actually normal and some people even like them 🙂 You have beautiful ears, darling
Xx
WhatWouldVWear
29th March 2017 at 4:41 pmLove the hat! You look so chic, babe!
xoxo, Vanessa
http://www.WhatWouldVWear.com
Saida
29th March 2017 at 5:13 pmYou are so sweet, gorgeous, thank you for stopping by! :*
michelle
29th March 2017 at 4:13 pmI didn’t wear hats up until a few years ago. Now I love them for bad hair days & lazy days. They make me look put together even when I’m not. In fact, I’m wearing one in my latest blog post 🙂
http://www.michellespaige.com
Rach
29th March 2017 at 2:16 pmGlad you switched it up because I think you look great in hats and it looks so chic in all of your outfits!
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maluswartjes
29th March 2017 at 1:15 pmStunning photos!! 😀
xx
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Saida
29th March 2017 at 4:31 pmThank you, that’s so kind! :*
Steal4Style
29th March 2017 at 12:28 pmMe encantan los anillos!! Y el sombrero es el toque perfecto. El total black te queda genial. Me encanta tu pelo!!
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Saida
29th March 2017 at 4:33 pmGracias, linda! Me alegra muuuucho que te guste, porque para mí ha sido un pequeño desafío hasta que me animé a comprar mi primer sombrerito! 🙂
caroline
29th March 2017 at 9:45 amThis hat is so cute on you, love it !
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Saida
29th March 2017 at 4:34 pmThank you so much for visiting my little corner, Caroline! Have a fab day ♥
Mira Tolvanen
28th March 2017 at 7:25 amLooks great!
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Saida
28th March 2017 at 3:23 pmThank you, lovely! Hope your week is going great Xx
Zunera Serena
28th March 2017 at 7:19 amawesome pics! love the outfit xx
https://zunera-serena.com/
Saida
28th March 2017 at 3:56 pmThank you, hun!
Kelsey Bang
28th March 2017 at 3:30 amloving your nail color! super cool outfit!
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Saida
28th March 2017 at 8:32 pmWell, that’s very sweet Kelsey, it’s such a nice nailpolish for spring, isn’t it? love xx
Dora
28th March 2017 at 1:01 amI’ve been all about hats lately! This outfit is so cute! I love the blue cardigan with your purple hair.
Dora
http://www.adropofindigo.com/
Saida
28th March 2017 at 2:15 pmThank you for your kind words, Dora, I am really glad you enjoyed the post. Have a great week, girl! :*
Nina
27th March 2017 at 10:19 pmBeautiful photos. I like this hat on you, and love the black outfit.
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Saida
27th March 2017 at 10:48 pmMany thanks, dear Nina, I am so happy to read you liked the post 🙂 Have an awesome week! Xx
ceilibera
27th March 2017 at 9:07 pmLove love the hat! When in doubt, just wear it!
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Saida
27th March 2017 at 10:46 pmHahahaha, funny how for some people rocking a hat is the most simple thing in the world! You look so lovely in yours ♥
Katherine Tran
27th March 2017 at 8:24 pmLove your hat, it looks great on you!
http://www.myclusterofthoughts.com/
Saida
27th March 2017 at 10:11 pmthanks Katherine, so happy you liked it!
Amy Arnold
27th March 2017 at 7:56 pmI love hats! You look so great in them.
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
Saida
27th March 2017 at 10:12 pmThat’s too sweet Amy Xx
telma
27th March 2017 at 7:53 pmLovely
Saida
27th March 2017 at 10:33 pmThank you, dear 🙂
Beth
27th March 2017 at 7:37 pmI understand what you mean, I am the same way with hats. This summer I am putting that aside and I am telling myself I can do it. 🙂
You look gorgeous in this hat!!!
xoxo…Beth
http://www.settlingsouthern.com
Saida
28th March 2017 at 8:33 pmYay, I’m really glad to read your comment Beth! We have to try and leave all our insecurities behind and enjoy a bit more. I am sure you will look fabulous with a hat! :*
The Fashion Folks
27th March 2017 at 4:10 pmGrowing up I also felt insecure with wearing hats, it just felt too much of a statement and people thought you were “too” fashionable. But I love hats now though and one of the things I can’t have too many of hahah. Even though the style is the same, there’s a big difference (ofc you know) between a black color and a dark navy, lol!
And love your hat, it’s adorable! Xx
http://www.thefashionfolks.com
Saida
27th March 2017 at 6:51 pmYes, I know exactly what you mean. My tiny hat collection is expanding and I am anticipating fun times ahead. And of course you need one in each colour to match your outfits 😉 Have a great week, gal! Xx
Benita James
27th March 2017 at 3:23 pmThat bowler hat goes so well with your outfit, you should try it more.
Bernie, xx
The Style Fanatic
Saida
27th March 2017 at 6:49 pmHehehe, well, now I am definitely up for incorporating hats into my outfits so I will, my dear! Sending lots of love your way Bernie ♥
carmitive
27th March 2017 at 11:13 amWhat a good motto girl! I love this look and the blue jacket is the perfect pop of color 🙂
xx, Carmen – http://www.carmitive.com
Saida
27th March 2017 at 6:48 pmThanks, lovely, so glad you liked it! Have a great week :*