Ace of Spades

I love playing a good card game, especially if Spades are involved. Then, there are moments when I enjoy a great game of chess as well. That’s right, call it what you want, but I come from a family of devoted chess players. Whenever I go to visit my father the marble case is opened, and we pick up wherever we left off from our last game. It’s quite a special time whenever it happens.


My friends and I also occasionally have a game night where a bunch of us relax, and enjoy laughs as we eat gourmet hors d’oeuvres. It’s an anti-stress environment, we have chilled sips from our favourite stemware, and all in our Sunday’s best! There’s something about being all dolled up for no rhyme or reason other than because you want to as you’re encompassed by loving friends. The night tends to occur when everyone needs a breakaway, and we’re all split up in coupled groups trying to defeat one another in a little “friendly competition.”

Due
to all of our busy schedules it doesn’t happen often enough, but when
it does it’s always a night to remember. This is an outfit that I wore
for our game night a little while ago, which is not exactly my version
of being dressed up. However, for me, I wanted to be playful casual this
time, especially since I am usually in work ensembles. I also wore a
fascinator with this outfit, but added it after I shot these photos. In
the end, it was all about having fun and enjoying the company of
friends. And that is not too shabby for a weeknight of bliss!

 

The goods: Stonewash denim-Cheap Monday, Glitter Heels-DIY, Shirt:Express, American Apparel Braces/Suspenders, Lace neck ruffle-used fabric from this DIY, Glam brooch-DIY


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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Haha, thanks lovely! Yes, it was quite a fun gaming session. Enjoy your Valentine's day! xx

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  • ModePlus says:

    You look ready to defeat someone, hehehe. Board games are so much fun, especially with the chilly Dutch weather you want to stay inside and warm. Very cute look!

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  • Kailey says:

    I LOVE this! 😀 <3

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks sweet lady! 🙂 x

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  • Ladyofashion says:

     Thanks J. Yes, I love a good card game, especially with wonderful company. Happy holidays!

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  • Martha says:

    What a great idea for a fun night with friends! And that outfit is perfect for casual, friendly fun 🙂

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  • Katherine / Corgis & Cocktails says:

    I love the collar on your top and your suspenders! Do cute!
    <3 katherine
    of corgis and cocktails

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  • Shasie says:

    so cute! I love the necklace and suspenders
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  • Jamillah says:

    Oh those are my favorite nights! I LOVE password and charades and embarrassing amount. But I truly miss playing cards I did a freelance job next door to the production company that produced the world poker series and we used to play cards on their fancy poker table every wednesday…so much fun.

    You my friend should wear suspenders everyday!

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  • Jamillah says:

    Oh those are my favorite nights! I LOVE password and charades and embarrassing amount. But I truly miss playing cards I did a freelance job next door to the production company that produced the world poker series and we used to play cards on their fancy poker table every wednesday…so much fun.

    You my friend should wear suspenders everyday!

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  • Lyosha says:

    very classy look! I love the retro and masculine vibe of this outfit.And I have to mention I love Spades (I have 8 Spades in total on my body

    Lyosha
    Inside and Outside BlogP.S. I'm hosting a glasses giveaway on my blog here check it out!)  

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  • Lyosha says:

    very classy look! I love the retro and masculine vibe of this outfit.And I have to mention I love Spades (I have 8 Spades in total on my body

    Lyosha
    Inside and Outside BlogP.S. I&#39m hosting a glasses giveaway on my blog here check it out!)  

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  • THE-LOUDMOUTH says:

    Your game nights sound like a blast, and you look awesome!  I love that you're not afraid to rock funky items like suspenders — so cool!

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  • Kim A. says:

    you look cute Madison 🙂 i admire anyone that plays chess. it's definitely a game of skill and intellect. i never learned how to play. hahaha

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  • Kat says:

    love love love the ruffled collar! its so beautiful and chic 😀

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  • THE-LOUDMOUTH says:

    Your game nights sound like a blast, and you look awesome!  I love that you&#39re not afraid to rock funky items like suspenders — so cool!

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  • Kim A. says:

    you look cute Madison 🙂 i admire anyone that plays chess. it&#39s definitely a game of skill and intellect. i never learned how to play. hahaha

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  • Lucie Srbová says:

    You look absolutely awesome!!!

    Kisses, Lucy:)

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  • Kat says:

    love love love the ruffled collar! its so beautiful and chic 😀

    katslovefashion.blogspot.com

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  • mademoiselle mode says:

    Perfect look ^^
    Black and white I love that 🙂

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  • Audrey Allure says:

    I love the suspenders and shoes! Definitely love having a night with friends, relaxing, eating & playing games 🙂

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  • Lucie Srbová says:

    You look absolutely awesome!!!

    Kisses, Lucy:)

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  • mademoiselle mode says:

    Perfect look ^^
    Black and white I love that 🙂

    New post – Kisseshttp://www.mademoisellemode.com/

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  • Audrey Allure says:

    I love the suspenders and shoes! Definitely love having a night with friends, relaxing, eating & playing games 🙂

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  • Mira Devils says:

    Wow super cool look. Your shoes look rad!!!

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  • A Brit Greek says:

    Oh I love nights like that, you kinda never want it to never end because you're having such a great time with them.

    You look seriously amazing! I love the monochrome look, the glasses look fab on you too!
    x.o.x.o

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  • Fabrizia Spinelli says:

    Amazing collar!

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    a Daniel Wellington watch!!

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  • TheChicSheet says:

    Nerdy chic 😉

    XX,
    Miranda

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  • Shybiker says:

    Very cute look.  A little unusual in a good way.

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Yes, it was a fun time. Thanks. I love chess, although I have yet to beat my father, perhaps one day in the future!  🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you. Actually Cheap Monday and Acne denim are most of my favourite brands that I have because I love the fit. 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    🙂 *Blushes* Thanks Yi-chia! xx

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Oh, thanks so much sweetie! We always have loads of fun playing games. I'm so glad to have met you through blogging! Enjoy the rest of your week. xx/Madison

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  • Sam says:

    Hi sweety, i am loving the hint at boy's clothing in this fantastic look, the addition of the bright pink heels was genius! 

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  • L e n a says:

    the neck ruffle is so pretty!
    but i think i am in love with your jeans. what a great fit! 😉

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  • Mira Devils says:

    Wow super cool look. Your shoes look rad!!!

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    xo

    glamDevils

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  • A Brit Greek says:

    Oh I love nights like that, you kinda never want it to never end because you&#39re having such a great time with them.

    You look seriously amazing! I love the monochrome look, the glasses look fab on you too!
    x.o.x.o

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  • Fabrizia Spinelli says:

    Amazing collar!

    Come back soon to visit my fashion blog!

    Win
    a Daniel Wellington watch!!

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  • TheChicSheet says:

    Nerdy chic 😉

    XX,
    Miranda

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  • Shybiker says:

    Very cute look.  A little unusual in a good way.

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Yes, it was a fun time. Thanks. I love chess, although I have yet to beat my father, perhaps one day in the future!  🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you. Actually Cheap Monday and Acne denim are most of my favourite brands that I have because I love the fit. 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    🙂 *Blushes* Thanks Yi-chia! xx

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Oh, thanks so much sweetie! We always have loads of fun playing games. I&#39m so glad to have met you through blogging! Enjoy the rest of your week. xx/Madison

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  • Sam says:

    Hi sweety, i am loving the hint at boy&#39s clothing in this fantastic look, the addition of the bright pink heels was genius! 

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  • L e n a says:

    the neck ruffle is so pretty!
    but i think i am in love with your jeans. what a great fit! 😉

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  • Carrie Critton says:

    Amazing look, darling ~ love the suspenders!

    xoxox,
    CC

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  • Always Maylee says:

    You look gorgeous! I think this might be one of my favorite looks of yours. Love the suspenders, you made it chic and stylish!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  • Stephanie / FAIIINT says:

    Ah, I love nights like that too! I do wish I could play chess though, I've always wanted to learn, but none of my family or friends play so I was never taught.
    Love this outfit, that little ruffled collar & the braces are such perfect touches, makes it feel really fun! 🙂

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  • Jessi says:

    Your necklace is gorgeous! Love the suspenders too, super cute!
    -Jessi
    haircutandgeneralattitude.blogspot.com

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    🙂 Thanks my dear! xx Muah!

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  • Margaret Cruzemark says:

    You have such an eye when it comes to fashion and style. I adore this look!!!

    Best Regards

    Miss Margaret Cruzemark

    http://margaretcruzemark.blogspot.com/

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  • Oh to Be a Muse says:

    I like your playful casual look and dressing up simply because you want to. Now I need a pair of suspenders…they really make a look pop.

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  • Carrie Critton says:

    Amazing look, darling ~ love the suspenders!

    xoxox,
    CC

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  • Always Maylee says:

    You look gorgeous! I think this might be one of my favorite looks of yours. Love the suspenders, you made it chic and stylish!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  • Stephanie / FAIIINT says:

    Ah, I love nights like that too! I do wish I could play chess though, I&#39ve always wanted to learn, but none of my family or friends play so I was never taught.
    Love this outfit, that little ruffled collar & the braces are such perfect touches, makes it feel really fun! 🙂

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  • Ivana Kardua says:
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  • Feathers & Freckles says:

    Fun! You ROCK those suspenders 🙂 

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  • Margaret Cruzemark says:

    You have such an eye when it comes to fashion and style. I adore this look!!!

    Best Regards

    Miss Margaret Cruzemark

    http://margaretcruzemark.blogspot.com/

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  • Adeola Naomi Aderemi says:

    I like your suspenders!!!
    Great outfit dear!

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  • Oh to Be a Muse says:

    I like your playful casual look and dressing up simply because you want to. Now I need a pair of suspenders…they really make a look pop.

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  • Annie says:

    Such a cute look – you are rockin' those suspenders!

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

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  • Blond Duck says:

    Those snappy suspenders are so cute!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks soooo much Kizzie! Enjoy your day, lovely. xx

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you! 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Oh, Vielen Dank! Ich liebe DIY/Design! /Madison xx 🙂

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  • SACRAMENTO Amate says:

    I love all you are wearing. You are such an artist with the DIY.
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  • Nicole says:

    You look so chic! 
    xxx

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  • Vix Brearley says:

    Love that jabot and the fab braces, you look fab. x

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  • Chrissie says:

    Great look and great inspiration for upgrading a good look for basics!!

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  • Daniella says:

    I love this look my dear! It's great how you've taken a pair of skinny jeans and a classic white shirt and given both pieces a completely unique twist by adding in some braces and that beautiful lace neckpiece! The splash of pink with your gorgeous shoes is also a lovely choice. 

    I think it's so nice to have little traditions, such as picking up your game from where you left off and though you might not do it as much you'd like at least you will always have those precious memories. Great post as always, hope you're well 🙂

    Take care,

    Daniella xox

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  • Ivana Kardua says:
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  • DaintyDoll says:

    Love love that lace neck ruffle, it is darling and I would wear that! This whole outfit is gorgeous really, you look beautiful!!The pop of colour from your heels is great too 🙂 Hope you have a great day doll and all is well xo

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  • Lola Finn says:

    Ich liiiebe so hübsche DIY Sachen!!! So toll und originell <3
    Danke dir, Süsse

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  • Feathers & Freckles says:

    Fun! You ROCK those suspenders :) 

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  • Adeola Naomi Aderemi says:

    I like your suspenders!!!
    Great outfit dear!

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  • Annie says:

    Such a cute look – you are rockin&#39 those suspenders!

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks soooo much Kizzie! Enjoy your day, lovely. xx

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you! 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Oh, Vielen Dank! Ich liebe DIY/Design! /Madison xx 🙂

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  • Chrissie says:

    Great look and great inspiration for upgrading a good look for basics!!

    Greets from the
    EDELFABRIKChrissie

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  • Daniella says:

    I love this look my dear! It&#39s great how you&#39ve taken a pair of skinny jeans and a classic white shirt and given both pieces a completely unique twist by adding in some braces and that beautiful lace neckpiece! The splash of pink with your gorgeous shoes is also a lovely choice. 

    I think it&#39s so nice to have little traditions, such as picking up your game from where you left off and though you might not do it as much you&#39d like at least you will always have those precious memories. Great post as always, hope you&#39re well 🙂

    Take care,

    Daniella xox

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