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Sherry Dryja of Petite Over 40 poses in her #memade jumpsuit inspired by Mel Kobayashi of Bag and a Beret. The jumpsuit is a mix of patterns. On top, a sleeveless "vest" with a face graphic. On bottom, red plaid twill. She's wearing a long-sleeve cream-colored blouse from J.Crew beneath the vest. She has a black Eileen Fisher obi belt like a cummerbund around her waist and a black velvet chocker necklace at her neck. She's wearing a black bowler hat by Goorin Bros. and has a black cane. Her shoes are black vintage pointed-toe oxfords but she's removed the laces.

MeMade MelSuit on Broadway

by Sherry - Petite Over 40updated on June 9, 2019June 5, 201912 Comments

Step on up and read all about the latest show to hit the stage–MeMade MelSuit on Broadway! It’s about a hand-crafted jumpsuit turned hoity toity turned high school thug. Don’t miss it!

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David Bowie Hippie Chic Art

by Sherry - Petite Over 40updated on May 13, 2019May 13, 20194 Comments

What do you get when you mix David Bowie with a hippie chic? Bold patterns, shiny fabrics, and star-dotted cheeks. ️‍ Now if only I could come up with some genius music….

Seattle blogger, Sherry Dryja from Petite Over 40, poses wearing a thrifted satin green jacket from Talize thrift in Vancouver. She's also wearing a blue buffalo plaid Portland-made flannel top by Candace Jermaigne, Madewell jeans, and vintage white pointed toe boots.

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Satin and Flannel

by Sherry - Petite Over 40updated on March 23, 2019March 7, 20192 Comments

I don’t naturally gravitate toward satin and lace, but satin and flannel? I’m all in.