This post was inspired by the most recent “Style Imitating Art” challenge. The artistic inspiration this time comes from the Caves of Lascaux — how cool is that?!
First up, the caves:
Caves of Lascaux
When? September 19, 2012
What for? Hitting the ground running at work, prepping for when I officially start my new job on Friday. (Yes, I know, it may seem absurd to write that I am prepping to prep for a new job, but there are TONS of things to do in a college library before the rush of a new term! Plus, I am obviously a glutton for punishment.)
Loving the inspiration of the caves and cave drawings, I focused on the color palette of black, brown, and bronze. (Plus, Gracey @ Fashion for Giants got me thinking recently about pairing black with brown.) This linen-and-cotton shirtdress is an earthy black to my eyes — the cumulative effect of all that gold/bronze stitching? — that just looks natural with brown and tan tones. So I played that purposeful pairing up with my fave tan-and-cream stretchy belt (last seen here), bronze flats, gold earrings, and (not seen in these pics) a brown tote bag. And I added a little French touch with the gold-and-black cameo necklace. ‘Cause I’m classy like that. 
Update: Check out all the other lovely ladies inspired by the Caves of Lascaux.
Details?
- Shirtdress: Walmart? years ago
- Belt: Kohls, years ago
- Flats: Kmart, soooo many years ago
- Cameo necklace: My grandmother’s
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I minored in art history as an undergrad, and I remember learning about the Caves of Lascoux! Cute dress… love the pockets!
Thanks Stephanie! I love the SIA series and the focus on drawing inspiration from art, and I am fascinated, as well, by the Caves of Lascoux
I love a good black-brown combo almost as much as I love a good shirtdress. Ya nailed it, Jen! I have been wanting to participate in SIA, especially since Vivienne of Thrifted Shift is a dear bloggy buddy. Just need to work it into the ole editorial calendar!!! ~Sarah
Thanks so much, Sarah! I have trouble following the SIA rotation, but when possible, it’s always fun to participate. And Vivienne is great! I really like her eco-friendly and positive vibe all around.
Thanks for playing, Jen! Your dress is great and I love your French cameo touch!
Thanks so much Vivienne!