Tuesday, April 23, 2013

SILO HILL FARM: TOTAL COUTURE TUESDAY!

I'm a farm girl.  Haven't always been one.  I was a city girl, growing up just outside Chicago.  I was a mountain girl, living in a log cabin in Montana.  But now, I'm a farm girl, living in rural Missouri.
 I know how to dress up....really I do!  I've even been to a Presidential inaugural ball in Washington D.C..  I once dined with a Saudi Arabian Prince and his entourage (and let me tell you, they really do have an entourage).  But my happiest days are my days here on the farm.  Notice I didn't say my dressiest days!!  The farm girl look is not for everyone, but if you want to "get the look" I'm sharing my secrets today!
 I say goodbye to my fingernails just about this time every spring and I don't see them again until about November, because my hands spend their spring,summer and fall in these...
I cannot overstress the need for a good pair of work gloves in suede!  Have some fun with these and get a pair that has some brightly colored canvas print trim!

I'm old enough to have had a job or two that had dress codes of dresses, skirts and heels...yes, heels.  I've had me some dandy ones too.   Possibly even bordering on hooker heels.  But these days, my shoes are looking more like this...
 Muck shoes are a must for farm girls.  In the winter...Wellingtons are the height of fashion, but right now, it's Mucks because you never know what you might step in and caring for these is simply a matter of hosing them down.  Try that with your Bandolino's.

I love a good purse, really I do.  My everyday purse is a Bagallini, I love them so much I have 2 of them.  They were invented by a stewardess and they can hold everything.  But around the farm, I use this....

 It's custom made and holds tools, first-aid, water, poison, bug spray, a pistol, some chain, rope, and my cell phone.  Try fitting that stuff in your Louis Vuitton handbag. 

Let's talk hair accessories for just a minute.  Most days, it's this....
 It keeps the ticks from falling from the branches into my hair.  It also keeps my scalp from getting fried and my face from getting burned.  Can your headband do that?  Thought not.

But, the quintessential couture for a farm girl would be these....
 Really...pockets for everything you might need as well as some lengthy protection for your legs from snakes, tics and spiders, not to mention a thorn bush or two.  Do not skimp on these girls.  Go straight to your farm supply store and only look at the ones that have either the words "Key" or "Carhartt" on them.  If you go for a cheaper knock-off.....well...people will talk.

Now your going to need a shirt...something long sleeved to protect your arms from scratchy brush, poison ivy and flying wood chips.  I recommend something that really says who you are....
If it happens to match your hat, with accent colors that also are in tune with your gloves...well you're well on your way to that runway look! 
Now, let's talk about accessorizing this great outfit.  After all, our ability to accessorize is what sets us apart from the beasts.  Often, a simple accessory will be all you need to draw the eye to your couture.  Something with a brightly colored handle will be enough on most days...
Sometimes you want to bring out the big guns, something that really makes a statement, with a handle color that matches your gloves....
If "soft and sexy" is your look...then just stick with the basics, something with a classic black handle that's sleek and slim....
When I get all dressed up in farm girl style...my sporty, sexy vehicle of choice is this.....
 You cannot beat a four-wheeler for escaping paparazzi in a flash and believe me when I say...with the farm girl look, you'll certainly be drawing their attention!

So there you have it...Total Couture...Farm Girl Style.  Trust me when I say this is a widely accepted look here in the midwest.  It's not just for the farm either girls, oh no, you'll feel right at home at the local mill, co-op, or farm supply store when you're sporting this all-together look!  When you run into some of your peeps in those places, just flash 'em your sign......they'll know.
Whew....bringing you all up to speed on farm girl couture has made me tired.
I'm not sure I'll have the energy to give you some tips on getting ready for the Cattlemen's Ball.  What?  You didn't get an invitation?  Oh, I'm so sorry....I told you not to wear those knock-off overalls.  Tsk..tsk.        

If you possess the ability to poke a little fun at yourself, write up a post about your everyday outfit, and come back anytime this week and link it up here or at any of the awesome blogs listed below.  If you're not that bold (or value your reputation), just stop back and enjoy reading a few posts from some great bloggers with an awesome sense of humor!

     

36 comments:

  1. Lol!! You are hilarious, Danni! Love that once upon a time you wore shoes bordering on hooker heels ;-) {I'll have to pass on those muck shoes, they are almost as our Crocs - which you might see me dead in, but that's the only way!}

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  2. Love it, Danni! I like your choice of accessories. :)

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  3. Bahahaha! Okay, love the farm purse...and you are ROCKIN the farm style!! I think the ax pic is my favorite. It's like all sweet and scary all at the same time!! Best. Party. Ever. :)

    -andi

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  4. I'm going to have a freaking heart attack Danni - you look like a character out of Texas Chainsaw massacre in one of those photos BWAAAAAHHHHH - LMAO!!!!!!!!
    This is absolutely hilarious...........the best party ever!!!
    ( I think the gloves are so you don't leave fingerprints LOL )
    XOX

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  5. It's official...I am moving onto the farm. (Gives a whole 'nother meaning to the term "field trip." But I think I might need to tie-dye my overalls! (I should have shown a shot of my field trip shoes--paint-spattered Merrells.)

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  6. OH! MY! GOODNESS! You are a hoot this morning! I just love this look. And there is nothing wrong with it damn it! I would gladly trade my attire for yours to work on the farm.
    Love this post and your attitude for sharing it. Happy Tuesday.

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  7. Totally hilarious Danni! I can so relate to this! Love the girly work gloves. I've got to get me some of those. This is such fun!

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  8. ;-) You are the best! -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures

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  9. Here I was thinking farm girls wore ruffled gingham, I so love your accesories no one will ever rock a chainsaw like you :)

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  10. You look MAHVELOUS DAHLING!!! I just knew there was a woman behind that song.....Pistol Packin Mama

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  11. I always pictured you are a Manolo Blahnik girl. This is such a shock.

    I'm so glad you, too, coordinate your tools with your clothes. I just recently told my husband that I could NOT mow the lawn with a red mower because my work shoes are orange! I'm going to have to show him this post. Perhaps then he will understand why we need to paint the mower.

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  12. You are priceless. Priceless, I say! And wow, I think you lead a rougher tougher crafty life than I thought. Off to visit the rest of the divas...

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  13. Oh my goodness. This is HILARIOUS! I love that you have an fast and easy way to escape the paparazzi. Who took all the pictures? If it was Sam, I adore him even more :)

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  14. hahaha! Love it. No girl is complete without her chainsaw!! The perfect accessory to any outfit :)

    You're the best!

    xox

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  15. You are the cutest thing! I love your accessories and your...."purse". I will note when I become a farm girl myself to only buy the name brand overalls. I do not want to get shunned from the cattleman's ball!

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  16. LMAO! I am making a pin up calendar for the garage. You are going to be Miss April holding the chainsaw.

    Bliss

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  17. Haha ... you look great! :) I am headed to Murdoch's today so I just might have to look for a pair of overalls - and you say not a knock-of pair, eh :) Thanks for the great post, Danni. Personally I think you look like a girl having fun and there's nothing better than that!

    Hugs,
    Stephanie

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  18. Love this, Danni. Thank you so much for the smile this morning!!! I needed that! Janelle

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  19. My poison and pistol repeatedly fall out of my purse, I am totally going to build one of those wooden window box gigs for my dashboard. And the way that your chainsaw matched your gloves almost brought a tear to my eye. Once you have shoes you can simply hose off, you never go back.

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  20. I loved this post! This is what a true farm girl wears! My mode of transportation is a golf cart. I have it all set up for hauling everything I need! Thanks for hosting this fun party!!
    Liz

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  21. You rock that look like no one else could!!! I love it.....my eyes are watering because I am laughing so hard! The key is to be happy no matter what you're wearing :)

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  22. You are one sexy farm gurll! Hahaha, so funny! I love your accessories too, so so hawt! My favorite accessory is the ax! Honestly...you are one adorable, funny farm girl! Thanks for the fun share and read!

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  23. Oh my gosh, there goes my sweet angel image right.out.the.window. I can see you at a ball or a fancy dinner, but I did NOT expect a chainsaw. No sir, I did not, lololol.

    You look cute anyway. And like someone no one's going to want to mess with, it looks like you could really wield that thing (I've never even held an ax, Danni!) if you wanted to do it. oy!

    This is a fun hop. :)

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  24. You are certifiably insane! I can't believe my eyes...
    What are you thinking, Danni?
    Your purse hasn't been bedazzled and your designer overalls have no monogram!
    What will people say, darling girl?????
    Oh, the shame. I think your Cattlemen's Ball tickets may be revoked.

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  25. Yay for farm girls! :) I grew up in Georgia and that used to be my regular, everyday outift, too. Now I'm living in Arizona and all I own are flowy skirts and loose tops because it is SO HOT here.

    I think that's so cool that you've been to an inaugural ball and dined with a saudi prince!! I mean, come on - that's awesome!

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  26. Can't beat that, Danni! You are the belle of the field! Love all those accessories and your clever wit!
    Liz

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  27. Bahaha!! Too funny, Danni, but do you miss the big city, at all??? I don't blame you if you don't... I wouldn't either! Love that farm girl accessorizing, I could use some tips ~ Amy

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  28. Great post. And by the way, you do NOT look even close to being old enough to be a grandma. Guess it's all that fresh farm air. ;)

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  29. You totally have me rolling on the floor, Danni! My chainsaw and axe are my favourite accessories, closely followed by shovels and pry bars. If only those who knew us then could see us now!

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  30. Danni you are so cute !!!! I love how your cap matches your t-shirt - thats some great accessorizing there! Um - do I need a pair of those overalls when I come visit?

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  31. You are rocking the Farm girl look! Visiting from Bliss Ranch.

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  32. You crack me up! I'm loving that chainsaw photo. And it's official, you are my favorite farm girl.
    Leslie (Gwen Moss)

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  33. Oh my gosh! I love the chainsaw. That's how I hold it too! :)

    Sorry I couldn't get it together for the party! I'm loving the links, though. You guys are hilarious!

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  34. Man! Those are the chicest, studliest accessories I've ever seen! Do I need to wear a cap to keep the tics out of my hair when I come to visit you? I've had things (and paint)go in my hair and not find their way out for weeks. I need to get me some of those gloves with the nice trim on them too!

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  35. Oh my god- you're hilarious!!

    Yes ma'am - I DO want the look! I've got to trade my target robe in for something.

    I used to have overalls- believe it or not, I think I bought them at target. I regret ever giving them away!

    Thanks for visiting my blog!

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  36. You are crazy! And so funny! I love this post.

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