Tuesday, August 23, 2011

First Day of School

Today was my first day of student teaching, and this is what I wore!


I saw this suit at The Hip Zipper a while back, and knew that it was my first day of school outfit as soon as I saw it. I love it. I had put my hair in curls this morning, but they fell out throughout the day. Darn you humidity!


The placement I got is wonderful and I'm really looking forward to be challenged this semester. I'll also probably go a little bit crazy, but it'll just prep me for the real world.
I know it sounds silly, but I was so nervous bringing my vintage wardrobe into the classroom. I was afraid the teachers would think I was really weird or the kids would make fun of me, but for the first day it's been fine. Maybe if I come to school in victory rolls they may look at me a little strangely, but I'll ease them into it :)

suit vintage/the hip zipper
shoes old/ i don't remember

xo,
 Em
at Tuesday, August 23, 2011

37 comments:

  1. MichelleAugust 23, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    such a nice suit!

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  2. AnonymousAugust 23, 2011 at 7:28 PM

    This is so cute! Don't worry, you might inspire some of your kids to ware vintage clothing and be as stylish as you!

    xx
    rebelrousher.blogspot.com

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  3. Maria CasteelAugust 23, 2011 at 7:30 PM

    you look perfect. congrats on your first day! i would love to have you as my teacher.

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  4. coco kaileeAugust 23, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    Absolutely loving this dress on you. I love your style to bits! I know, Fall 2010 semester I was worried people would make fun of me or look at me weird too, because I wore a lot of my day dress and formal pieces from the 40s and 50s, but most really loved it; because its so different to see. And you looked absolutely fabulous for your first day! <3


    xoxo Coco
    Muffin Top Baby

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  5. Cottage and BroomeAugust 23, 2011 at 7:36 PM

    They might think you are unique but there is nothing wrong with that! Cute outfit. Good luck this semester. Mom from Cottage and Broome.

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  6. CharlotteAugust 23, 2011 at 7:37 PM

    I was going to ask what the students thought of it! What grade do you teach?

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  7. KatieAugust 23, 2011 at 8:28 PM

    So perfect for a teacher! I hope you had a fantastic first day!xo

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  8. sara tardiffAugust 23, 2011 at 8:38 PM

    you are so beautiful, i love your hair color! and what a cute outfit for student teaching C:

    hiimsaratee.blogspot.com

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  9. AnastasiaAugust 23, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    It's all in the confidence! They'll love it C:

    anastasia

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  10. sarahAugust 23, 2011 at 9:28 PM

    That suit is the cutest thing ever! You look perfect. Your hair always looks so lovely. As far as how kids perceive a vintage wardrobe, I used to give museum tours for school kids and the little girls especially would always compliment my "pretty girly dresses" and seemed fascinated with my vintage hair styles. Don't worry, they'll think you're great! :)

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  11. The.Red.SeeAugust 23, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    Great dress! I love that you're staying true to yourself, that's amazing!

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  12. TarynAugust 23, 2011 at 11:44 PM

    Thank you for your sweet comment!
    You looked absolutely lovely for your first day and let me just say you have the prettiest hair!

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  13. grumpygreenmonkeyAugust 24, 2011 at 12:43 AM

    I've got the same problem with my love for old-fashined clothes, I'm also a teacher. Every time I dare to put on something visibly vintage, the students and teachers look at me with pity. I'd like to be myself in my clothes, but I don't like the strange stares. And I love your outfit! (I need to find something for my first day at school)

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  14. JulAugust 24, 2011 at 12:47 AM

    Such a lovely teaching appropriate outfit! Don't be afraid, I'm sure that kids and teachers will love your vintage style! Who wouldn't??

    http://lifeisaromanticpoem.blogspot.com/

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  15. Elyse (Give Me Bows)August 24, 2011 at 1:45 AM

    I love that you wore a vintage suit, it's fabulous! I know what you mean, sometimes I get a bit nervous about wearing some of my favourite outfits in front of my work colleagues, but you have to do what makes you happy! :)

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  16. GinCherryAugust 24, 2011 at 1:50 AM

    This is the most beautiful teachers' outfit I've ever seen :)

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  17. LyndallAugust 24, 2011 at 2:56 AM

    So lovely! It's the perfect 'first day of school' outfit!

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  18. Nikki | The Ginger DiariesAugust 24, 2011 at 3:14 AM

    This suit is so pretty! I adore it :) I'm happy to hear your first day as a teacher went well ^^ x

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  19. RandiAugust 24, 2011 at 4:48 AM

    You look incredible! And what a darling suit- such a perfect first day outfit.

    Despite the humidity, your hair is beautiful and your skin...oh what I wouldn't give to have such a lovely complexion!

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  20. StephanieAugust 24, 2011 at 6:43 AM

    Perfect for a first day! I wish I had a teacher as cool as you when I was little:)

    Love,
    Stephanie May*

    http://www.maydae.com

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  21. Librarian Tells AllAugust 24, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    Where is your waist?! It's so tiny it's practically invisible! You look beautiful, as always. Hope your student teaching goes well, and you and the kids both learn a lot.

    <3 jen @ stuffjendid

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  22. EleniAugust 24, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    Go for it! You can be their exotic, eccentric, inspiring teacher (I had one of those)!

    Bets of luck with your (new?) job.

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  23. cbAugust 24, 2011 at 10:46 AM

    you look beautiful and such an impressive way to dress the first day of school!
    xo,
    cb

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  24. RebeccaAugust 24, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    You look lovely, it's kind of nice that you can still have back to school outfits like this. I think it's great you wear vintage to school too. What a cool teacher you will be!

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  25. MeganAugust 24, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    Uggh, totally having a school memory flashback right now. I remember how ugly my teachers used to dress for elementary and high school. They were either frumpy or wore hideous clothes. One teacher looked like Miss Piggy crammed into coral leggings. She used to wear those matching cotton shirt/legging sets you could buy at Costco or KMart with 3 inch pumps every day. Blech! I think the way you're dressing will captivate your students' attention in a positive way. They'll see that you have your own style and you're cool. They'll also relate to you better and have a great opinion of you too. I always had more respect and a strong attention span for the teachers who wore cute clothes and presented themselves well. Good luck with your student teaching this semester!

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  26. NicolkaAugust 24, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    Cute dress ♥

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  27. geeAugust 24, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    love love love this.
    you look really beautiful.

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  28. Megan FrockAugust 24, 2011 at 11:59 PM

    Love the suit! Sometimes I struggle with my vintage style too! The other day I wore very high waisted 70's jeans and noticed a group of teenage girls snickering at me. For a minute I was completely embarrassed but then I thought, "I'm a grown lady and I like these pants".

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  29. AnonymousAugust 25, 2011 at 1:57 AM

    You have a beautiful face :) Timeless beauty like in the past.

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  30. AmyAugust 25, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    You look so lovely, professional yet not at all office-clone-ish (a word? completely) Good luck with it all!
    xXx

    blackberryhorse.blogspot.com

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  31. Miss LynneAugust 25, 2011 at 1:05 PM

    isn't it silly that we live in a day and age that we feel nervous about dressing in a completely appropriate vintage outfit when half of the female population dresses so reveling? I think you look adorable and I actually love how your curls fell.

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  32. Lauren HairstonAugust 25, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    What a great summer suit! Don't worry about vintage in the classroom--maybe you'll inspire one of the kids to dress the way they've always wanted to but were afraid to!

    I hate humid days! However, your hair looks much nicer than mine would! It still looks cute--mine ends up looking like a brillo pad.

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  33. DANIELLE // DKD DESIGNSAugust 25, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    I know what you mean about being nervous, some people can be so judgemental! You look beautiful though, I'm sure you make a great teacher!
    xoxo

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  34. zeeAugust 25, 2011 at 2:35 PM

    such a gorgeous dress!!

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  35. UnknownAugust 25, 2011 at 4:16 PM

    I love your hair, it's gorgeous!



    xoxo
    Antonia

    FASHION IMPERATIVE

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  36. CindyAugust 27, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    What a lovely outfit for a teacher! :D I hope this semester goes well!!

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  37. LoAugust 28, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    aw very sweet! I remember my student teaching and my mentor...we had differing views on how to teach but whether you have a very similar mentor or a not so similar mentor you will learn a lot in the process! I hope that you enjoy it and know that there is an end in sight if you ever get overwhelmed. :) -Lo

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