What I’m Wearing* Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent {berry} satin dress from nordstrom.com ~ purchase post … seen here and here* Erin Leigh Heart brown long cardigan …seen here* Deep burgundy leather skinny belt with brass studs …I can’t quite remember where this is from but I’m thinking it came with a skirt or top …
Versatile Must-Haves for Fall & a Wardrobe Tips & Tricks
I get quite a few emails from my lovely readers asking for a little fashion advice and while I usually just respond via email, I think it’s about time to make it public knowledge. That said, Ayesha @ Creative Juices Photography and Surface Graphics recently asked “What are 5-10 great versatile pieces that every woman …
Vogue Girl Korea FeatureDIY or DIE
A HUGE THANK YOU to Vogue Girl Korea for featuring my leather over-the-knee boot spats DIY in the new October issue! I am BEYOND excited 😉 CLick Here to see a larger version
Completely Gratuitous Outfit Post
* husband walking pug {Bebop} in background * What I’m Wearing* Vintage peachy/nude silk slip …seen here {underneath the other slip} …and actually floor-length. I belted it and made it a mini by blousing it over the belt.* Vintage black blazer …last seen here* Boutique 9 lace up platform pumps …seen here and here* Tom …
Completely Gratuitous Outfit Post
What I’m Wearing* J Brand light wash skinny jeans …gilt.com ..seen here* Harajuku Lovers tank top* Vintage floral cropped blazer …seen here* Stuart Weitzman white sling-back pumps {from 2003} …seen here* Hearts and hoops silver earrings ..Farmer’s Market* Silver mirrored Ray-Ban aviators The fires are inducing cold-like symptoms: sore throat, burning eyes, stuffy nose …I …
DIY Adorable Ruffled Baby Onesie
At my sister-in-law’s baby shower, the hosts set up a cute little section to create personalized onesies for our newest member of the family {due in WEEKS!} …but I didn’t get a chance to make one and as the party was winding down I realized there were only two onesies left! I grabbed one intending …
Completely Gratuitous Outfit Post
What I’m Wearing* Aztec dress {purchase post} …from Ruche …seen here* Oversized short sleeve cardiganVictoria’s Secret …seen here* Pour La Victoire Women’s Fanny Open-toe Platform …seen here* DIY gold chain/tassel earrings* Tom Ford “Yvette” sunnies …although I’m dying for THESE! If you caught my tweet this morning you’d know that it’s going to be about …
DIY Skirt from an Old T-shirt
This is actually a really easy DIY if you know how to use a sewing machine. Were it not for the blog documentation, it probably would have only taken about 30minutes. If you’re really adventurous, use the sleeves from the t-shirt to make pockets -hidden or just stitched to the front like this American Apparel …
Super Short Cut-off Denim Shorts
…via …via Acceptable . . .* Longer * …via …via Free Pass . . . * With Tights * Â Â …via {this is Kate Moss though} Always acceptable . . .* In the name of Humor * …via * Halloween * * If you’re this guy *
Completely Gratuitous Outfit Post
What I’m Wearing* Iisli black sweater dress …gilt.com …seen here and here* Topshop Oxfords …seen here* Heritage 1981 gray cardigan …seen here with sunglasses* Aldo dark silver with black crystal earrings* Vintage sunglasses *Hair : The Wang Braid …I wanted to add an extension to make it longer but I ran out of time this …
Easter : 1977 & the Off the Shoulder Shirt I still Wear
Mom : 24 years old Me : 9-1/2 months See how I wore the shirt {now}
Completely Gratuitous Outfit Post
What I’m Wearing* Vintage one shoulder red and black striped top …this was actually my mom’s. I’m pretty sure I have a pic of her in it holding me as a baby …note to self: must find later.* BB Dakota Williams Skirt which reminds me a bit of Herve Leger and a bit like one …
Hair Trend RevisitedSoft Faux Dreads
Jenny Humphrey {Taylor Momsen} & Vanessa Abrams {Jessica Szohr} on the Gossip Girl season premier {September 14 2009} both sporting soft twists a.k.a. faux dreadlocks. Jennifer Aniston at the 1999 Emmys on the red carpet with a head full of soft twists A semi-twist/faux dread look, April 21, 2009 See original CGOP here Of course …
Silk Romper with Gold Accessories
What I’m Wearing* Navy silk Helmut Lang romper …bloomingdales.com …seen here * Alloy {Bamboo} Gold Gladiator sandals {last year’s version} …seen here* Vintage gold chain/shell pendant necklace …seen here* Gold leaf cut-out earrings …gift from drollgirl* Victoria’s Secret cream boyfriend sweater {cut into a cardigan years ago and still hasn’t frayed} Confession: I wore this …
Fancy Embellished Shoulder Pads DIY
I am definitely not the first or the second or probably even the 5th person to do DIY shoulder pads …but it doesn’t mean I didn’t want to DIY my own version. And while they are a bit daring, I am kind of in love with them. I haven’t found a great and removable way …