WIW: Black, brown, animal print and new Fossil handbag

I'm really happy with how this outfit turned out. I love the pairing of rich brown tones with black so started out with my black ponte knit sheath dress, added my vintage men's tribal belt to accentuate my waist, then topped it with my medium wash denim jacket. I added my Doc Danielle animal print shoes for pattern and more brown tones and am debuting my new vintage re-issue Fossil handbag (waving at Natalie!). Jewelry is limited to my wedding ring and my gold/turquoise bangle.

What do you think? Does this work? As always, all comments/suggestions welcome.

Jacket: Brody Jeans (thrifted)
Dress: Cleo Petite
Shoes: Doc Martens - Danielle
Handbag: Fossil
Belt: vintage
Bangle: thrifted

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28 Comments

  • Krista replied 11 years ago

    Gah! I love this. Looooooooooooove. I might have to be your twin today as I was planning a black dress but wondering what to add for other items. I hope you don't mind!

  • ramya replied 11 years ago

    I love that belt... my my what an outfit :)

  • replied 11 years ago

    I love that combo! I must find myself a cropped denim jacket, stat!

  • replied 11 years ago

    This is perfect! I must copy. Off to the inspiration folder;) I might start a Shannon folder at this rate!

  • replied 11 years ago

    This looks fantastic, Shannon! I love how the different elements play together. Tribal belt with animal print shoes? Genius!

  • ManidipaM replied 11 years ago

    This is a TS classic!

  • Traci replied 11 years ago

    LOVE it all! Those docs are perfect here.

  • Suz replied 11 years ago

    LOVE!! This is super cool, Shannon!

    I wore my own version of this (with black boots and grey tights, but still the brown belt) and got raves here last year - and tons of copies. It is a slam-dunk look. But I LOVE it with the Saras and your other gorgeous accessories. Takes it up a notch.

  • Beth Ann replied 11 years ago

    One of my goals for fall is the mix brown with black. Thanks for the brilliant example. Beautiful handbag!

  • texstyle replied 11 years ago

    Fantastic Shannon! I also love black with brown and this is a fab example. Love the belt with the shoes and the denim was the perfect topper. You look amazing!

  • modgrl replied 11 years ago

    YLF!! Those shooties are the bomb, especially with the new bag. Love!

  • Lisa replied 11 years ago

    This looks great! And I liked the recap on the thought process too. I adore black and brown mixed together and also black and light denim. Great combinations!

  • MsMary replied 11 years ago

    Breathtaking! A Shannon classic!

  • Ana replied 11 years ago

    I love your new bag and the booties are amazing! You look fabulous, Shannon!

  • Angie replied 11 years ago

    KILLER

    One of your best! I hereby crown you Queen Frock with Denim Jacket.

  • Transcona Shannon replied 11 years ago

    I have to say that this outfit is a labour of YLF love! Rita (a.k.a. modgrl) helped me get the Doc Danielle shoes which were not available in Canada and Natalie (a.k.a. Goldenpig) helped me get the Fossil handbag, also not available here. I can't thank these two fabulous ladies enough for helping a gal out!

    Angie - ooooohhhhh...a new title! Love it - thank you.

  • replied 11 years ago

    *THUD* (me hitting floor)

    WHAT????!!!!!!! OH. MY. WORD. I am never speechless. But I'm speechless!!!! YOU LOOK FANTABULOUSLY TDF!!!!

  • Reneeb replied 11 years ago

    You look amazing..So put together from head to toe. I agree one of your best ever.

  • shiny replied 11 years ago

    You look stunning!! I particularly like the bracelet with this, the unexpected subtle hint of turquoise... everything marries quite well, all the tones, prints, etc.

  • Carole replied 11 years ago

    Wow, you look fantastic and love all the pieces you've put together. That bag is extra Killer!

  • qfbrenda replied 11 years ago

    Fabulous! You've been pinned. :D

  • Sona replied 11 years ago

    I am wowed by how you wear your denim. and this combo is stellar, killer, wowza, awesome!!!

  • jayne replied 11 years ago

    Oh I wish I had seen this before I went to work, it is a perfect twin possibility...although I don't have those fab shoes. Coolness Shannon

  • Inge replied 11 years ago

    I am so glad we are heading towards Fall just because we'll now be treated to fab Shannon outfits in Autumn colours. This ensemble is fantastic!! Every detail is spot on, and I love the blue, black and browns together.

  • Sylvie replied 11 years ago

    Wow! Your accessories are so fab - love how they coordinate but aren't matchy-matchy. They really add texture and life to your outfit.

  • Transcona Shannon replied 11 years ago

    Wow - thank you all so much. I'm humbled by your compliments.

  • Astrid replied 11 years ago

    Perfect! I love it, Shannon.

  • Jules replied 11 years ago

    Love this! Never would have occured to me to belt a black dress with brown belt, but I have both and am definitely inspired.

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