A Disaster, Romanitcal Dinner and Mode Merr

Good Afternoon Dear Readers,

Shark Vertebrae Waking Stick

I have been itching to write about the gift I got the Piratical Fiance for our anniversary since I bought it at the antique show last month. Since I gave it to him yesterday, I am free to write about it. I bought him a Shark Vertebrae Walking Stick. This particular one is dated from the 1870's to 1880's. These were made by sailors on voyages. The length is of course, made of shark vertebrae and the tip and certain disks in the length are made of horn. The Piratical Fiance loved it. We plan on using our Victorian accessories together (yes, we are that couple). I will soon be the proud owner of yet another Victorian Mourning Parasol. Pictures to follow when it arrives! 

The happy couple. Can you see the purple?

    As you can see from the above title, there was a bit of a disaster yesterday. I went to the salon for a hair cut, but could not stay to have my hair colored due to time constraints. I decided that the best option would be to just do an at home dye job, with the help of the Piratical Fiance (who has had lots of experience dying his hair all sorts of interesting colors). I now, once again have glossy blue-black hair, with almost all of the grays gone, but my beautiful flaming red hair has now turned purple. Sigh. I am not sure what happened. I don't mind having purple hair. (I had it about 8 years ago.) But I really did like the red. What makes it all a bit worse, is that yesterday was the Piratical Fiance's and my 3 year anniversary. Big milestone. Add to that that we are leaving in 4 days for vacation, and the red turned purple hair is a bit more distressing. However, I made the best of it last night. Perhaps it will be easier for my parents now that the purple blends in with the red and doesn't stand out as much as the red. I can always keep shampooing and see how long it will take to fade...

What color would you call that skirt?

 But I digress...Yesterday there was an anniversary dinner to go to! The most important part of going out to dinner, aside from being hungry, is getting dressed. What do you all think I wore? Well, Sillies, I wore Mode Merr, of course! Angela had given me a Leopard Bridgette Blouse. I chose to wear my latest Mode Merr piece to dinner last night. I paired it with a bright blue (I am not sure exactly what to call this color) Perfect Skirt. As you surely know now, from previous blogs, I only own Peasant Blouses. The Bridgette Blouse is long sleeved and was a pleasant alternative to being chilly due to wearing Peasant Blouses in Winter. 

Waiting for food!

   The Bridgette Blouse has fitted sleeves from the elbow and below. From the elbow up they have a slightly wider cut. (It almost reminds me of a bats wing, which is a good thing, because I really like bats! But it is not like those tops you see in retail stores lately that have exaggerated sleeves that go from wrist to waist.) The is also some gathering at the shoulders, which at first I thought wouldn't look right on me, as I have broad shoulders, but it was actually perfect! Extra detail without the extra bulk. There is a gathered portion below the bust that is very flattering and helps in the cleavage department (as does the V neckline). Best of all, the Piratical Fiance went bananas when he saw me in it. (He generally doesn't react like that when I am fully clothed.) This shirt does have stretch, which was very helpful when eating a big dinner! The Bridgette Blouse comes in Black and Leopard. And guess what? It is on sale right now! Go to www.modemerr.com and get yourself one. It would be a great addition to your wardrobe and would go with just about anything!

Pork pate, pickled carrots, house made mustard, etc

   We had very late dinner reservations at a tiny little place in Jamaica Plain called Ten Tables. Ever been there? If you have not, do yourself a favor and go! (www.tentables.net) It is small, cozy, and romantical. The food is absolutely amazing. We had bratwurst and a sample plate for appetizers. I had pasta with rabbit and Brussels Sprouts for dinner, chocolate terrine with Thai Basil ice cream for dessert and Cappuccino! Everything was cooked perfectly. The pasta was home made as was the ice cream. The majority of the food was from local farmers. It was all so fresh and amazing. It was a lovely way to celebrate our special day!

Eating Bratwurst!

Pasta with bunny

Dessert with anniversary candle

Capps!

Cheese plate

    I am leaving for a much needed vacation in a few days. When I come back there likely be a lengthy entry about my trip. Also, stay tuned for Halter Tops as well as dates for up-coming Mode Merr shows!


   Until next time <3