What I’m Wearing* Old faded Levi’s cuffed & pegged with my HemGems …last seen here in a very similar outfit which is an obvious easy go-to outfit for rush-rush mornings and layer removing for changing Fall temperatures.* Black Forever 21 sequin striped tank/tunic* Vintage black blazer* Ferragamo bag* Ray Ban aviator Road Spirit sunglasses* Nicholas …
Socks & Shoes & Shoes & Socks
  It’s obvious that I’M into the socks with heels look but how do YOU feel about the trend? The duo seem to be on every leg that comes down every runway lately and obviously it flatters the 10′ tall 100lb models with legs for days but does it always, if ever, work for the …
Socks & Shoes & Shoes & Socks
  It’s obvious that I’M into the socks with heels look but how do YOU feel about the trend? The duo seem to be on every leg that comes down every runway lately and obviously it flatters the 10′ tall 100lb models with legs for days but does it always, if ever, work for the …
Compare where U are to where U want to be & you’ll get nowhere
What I’m Wearing* Jersey polka dotted dress w/ side slits from the 90’s …found this at a thrift shop a while ago but this is the first time wearing it as it never quite worked before. I wanted to pull it up through the belt, shortening the entire look but the side slits went up …
Leather Strand Necklace or Decor DIY
* Leather scraps {thinner leather is better for this}. I used the left-over squares I cut out while making my DIY YSL Cage Sandals …however, you could also use a thick upholstery fabric for this project instead* Scissors* Needle & thread, thimble & pliers * Cut squares {or any shape you’d like} mine were about …
Hummingbird Heartbeat
What I’m Wearing* Zara Women black trousers …I actually found these at a thrift shop a while ago, took them to the dry cleaners and they’ve been hanging in my closet ever since. This is the first time I’ve worn them. This outfit reminds me a tiny bit of Tom Ford’s 1995 collection for Gucci …
How I Quit Smoking the Easy Way
originally published on September 19, 2010 One of the best emails I’ve ever received was a thank you from a girl who had read my Dear Lungs post and used it to help her quit smoking. She told me that she printed it out and kept it under her computer keyboard and every time she …
I’m late for a jean-folding seminar . . .Let’s locomote!
What I’m Wearing* long black dress {the top is suede the rest is stretch} …purchased in 1994 when I was 18 though I can’t remember where from and the tag is gone now too. I soooo LOVED this dress and never wore it so casually as I have today actually. I wore it to the …
I’m well versed in how I may be cursed I don’t need it articulated . . .but thanks anyway
What I’m Wearing* Vintage leopard print blouse …last seen here I knotted the ends in the front to give it a cropped jacket look. It worked well actually. * Miguelina peach tank blouse from GILT. I wear this top all the time & love it. Last seen here* Paige Premium Debonair jeans “rebel without a …
Alexander Wang Inspired Bra Top DIY
Rihanna image source …T by Alexander Wang bra top I originally chose the pink tank because I thought it would stand out best for this tutorial but I kind of love how it turned out. I actually had a few of these tops in the 90’s by Calvin Klein and wore them under my school …
Would you stay if she promised you Heaven?
What I’m Wearing* ADAM dress …from a GILT sale. I’m in love with this dress. When I pulled it out of its bag this morning to wear, I pulled out my oxford flats with it, assuming it was going to be short, as most long/maxi dresses are on me …BUT NO! I was so excited …
12 rhythmic steps, then he nods his head
I just stumbled on this little insider fashion world video {via Full Frontal Fashion} from 2004 and was mesmerized. Not only is there a large section surrounding my favorite designer, Tom Ford and his career, the late Alexander McQueen‘s 2004 Spring runway show based on the movie They Shoot Horses, Don’t They?has recently inspired Elle’s …
"Goin’ to Paris, Frenchie?"
What I’m Wearing* Lacoste black and white striped t-shirt I bought this top 2 sizes too big so that it would fit loosely. I normally would be a 6/38 and I bought a 10/42* Vintage Oscar de la Renta men’s trousers {the husband hates these}* Vintage red leather bow belt …this was my grandma’s and …
Fashion & Style // loving for Fall 2010
link list * Faux fur neck scarf …I’d like to do another diy of the faux fur neck warmer I did last year but with thicker/hairier fur and longer like this one. love it. * Asos Poncho * Asuyeta blanket skirt * Heavyweight safari guide bag * Chunky knit sweater {I just bought} from Etsy …
Faux Bob Hair Tutorial // With Loose Curls
One of my absolute favorite hairstyles is the messy/loosely curled, just above shoulder length, bob. It reminds me of Cybill Shepherd from the 80’s, specifically in one of my favorite movies Chances Are. {It also reminds me of my mom :} And every time I grow my hair out I want to chop it off …