July 16, 2011

In which I dress the colors of a watermelon


I wore this to the pool (though I did have the forethought to put in my contacts after I snapped this photo). The local city pools are such a great deal if you can get into a "pool family." Basically a bunch of us go in for group passes and spend about $15 each for unlimited access! I haven't had a lot of time to go yet this year. But I hope to correct that soon enough! I'm headed back today and maybe tomorrow. It should help me maintain my Maine tan. :)

The shirt is something I bought in Rio from an adorable little shop called Cecilia Brandao. It features an image of the street car that takes you from the steep hills of Santa Theresa, into downtown.

Chris bought a shirt there too, and he wore his right away.

It's also related to the street car, as it features one of the more harrowing parts of the route. I've posted this photo before but it is one of my favorites from our trip. It was taken right after the street car kind of quit on us. It did so shortly following the Los Arcos De Lapa aquaduct it must traverse before it reaches the station.

(image from this fantastic blog featuring old post cards, here)

The historic street car is the oldest trolley of its kind in all of South America. And it is an incredible bargain! So even though it feels a little dangerous when you are going across the very high aqueduct, it is definitely a worthwhile experience. 

My khanga sarong scarf is also from Brazil. I am kind of dying to go back, if you can't tell. :)

8 comments:

the dea diaries said...

Cute casual outfit Jess, and so glad you are able to go to the pool! I've been the last couple of days and it's been such a treat during these hot days.

JewishGirl said...

We're on the same wavelength today...I am wearing my green Drawing Parallels today and was just contemplating wearing a red/pink shirt with it.

The Rio streetcar sounds amazing.  I would love to go to Brazil one day...

carly-strawberryheelsforever said...

Too cute!  I love those colours together :)  I also ADORE your dress in the second photo!!!  Scalloped details - my favourite!

Carol said...

I love the dress you're wearing in the photo! It's so cute. =D And oh, I love the idea of riding that streetcar across the aqueduct - thrilling!

thatdamngreendress said...

cute- I like to see the totally casual daily wear as well.  My go-to skirt has been the amhara this summer...

Sheena said...

Really like the way you matched those colors together.  Plus, it's a wonderful souvenir from Rio.

S said...

love your outfit!  the colors work so well :)

Tricia Mickelsen Thomas said...

I love the 'watermelon' look on you it's effortlessly chic!  

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