Monkey + Bananas
Welcoming 2026!
This New Year’s Eve, I got to spend some time with my dad, who is a New Year’s Day baby. Although we’re just going to hang out for a couple of hours, I obviously had to dress up for the birthday boy!
I went through a little meltdown when it came to the top I wore here, but I’m so relieved it all worked out in the end. I will be talking more about it soon; you won’t want to miss it because it was quite a ride!
Anyway, I am so thrilled to already have the perfect skirt in my wardrobe to go with this top. Would you believe that I found it in one of my favourite thrift store, during a random and quick round-the-shop trip, under 10 minutes right before closing time? It was even new with tags, too! The three stripes happened to match the blue on my tops’s embroidery; what are the odds, right? I love that it came with pockets deep enough for my belongings, so I can go handsfree as I did here. Random, but noteworthy: it has been awhile since I wore above-the-knee skirts; I will usually pick shorts for hotter days or midi skirts when the temperature drops.
I am sure you all noticed that I have been wearing the life out of those vintage earrings since I repaired the broken side myself. Suffice to say, they have now returned as my favourite pair of earrings for whenever I want to feel dressed-up. Remember, if you only buy good quality things that you truly love, take good care of them, and try to repair whatever that you can, they will serve you your entire lifetime and the next generation!
Omg the skirt!! This is the CUTEST, Sammy! Love this outfit so much. It’s perfect for you!