What I’m Wearing* Army green wide-leg pants …Gap, I got these so long ago I can’t even remember …maybe 2005?. But they’re a great basic for when the wide-leg returns, which it has in a very 70’s way with a modern twist. After one wash, however, they were too short {and I don’t put them …
Outdoor Living Space Before & AfterProject: Backyard Garden Planter
When we moved into this house I noticed a pile of extra bricks placed neatly in a corner of our garage and immediately had the idea to use them to replace the ugly plastic border around the backyard garden planter. And every single time I look out the windows into the backyard I think about …
Vintage Leopard Blouse, Jeans, Open Cardigan, Boots with Chains
What I’m Wearing* Paige Premium Denim “Debonair” 11″ Jeans in Rebel Without A Cause Wash …seen here, these are my new favorite jeans.* Vintage leopard print blouse …seen here* Victoria’s Secret short sleeve, large knit, over sized cardigan {one of my favorites!} seen here* Dolce Vita Flash Bootie in gray* Vintage belt with silver hardware …
Back from the Salon
{from my imac/photo booth …in my unfinished & messy office/studio/closet/dressing room} While I usually wait at the least 4 months to see my stylist …out of nothing but pure laziness, I looked at my hair last Thursday and all I saw was drab, brassy tangles with dark roots {and admittedly, in those dark roots sprouted …
Completely Gratuitous Outfit Post
What I’m Wearing* Ali Ro LBD ….from Gilt …seen here* Heritage 1981 gray long cardigan* Vintage belt* Forever 21 pearl bauble necklace {gift from mom ;)}* Gold hoops from Etsy – Light Metals, D&G watch from Gilt, Tom Ford “Yvette” sunglasses* Sam Edelman “Venice” Leather Peep-Toe Granny Boot with gray and black striped socks {ancient …
Tandy Leather Factory
I had a thought for a leather DIY project the other day and since I recycled the rest of my leather skirt to make my DIY over-the-knee boot spats, I headed to a little local leather shop in North Hollywood called Tandy Leather Factory. They have quite a large selection of leather for such a …
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What I’m Wearing* 80’s {lightweight} black suit. Thrifted …but technically vintage, now. {antique = 100 years / vintage = 20 years} The lapels have sequins and beading. I originally bought the suit just for the great blazer but really am so happy it’s a full set. I love it. seen here* Striped v-neck tight-fitted T-shirt. …
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What I’m Wearing* NEW Paige Premium Denim “Debonair” 11″ Jeans in Rebel Without A Cause Wash {mentioned here} …jeans are so tricky to fit. I bought two pairs of jeans, both in a size 29 and these are a bit baggy on top and the True Religion are pretty much skin tight. I almost sent …
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green polish finally chipping. It lasted forever with the Chanel top coat What I’m Wearing* Betsey Johnson jersey rose print dress from Gilt Group. A couple weeks ago I was so chilly the thought of having bare legs made me shudder. But it’s been so warm in LA this week, the exact opposite is true …
Leopard is the New Black + Green for St. Patrick’s Day
What I’m Wearing* Miguelina green ruffle blouse from GILT …seen here* BB Dakota black skirt* Vintage leopard coat …was my grandma’s. She made it for herself in the 60’s. This is my favorite piece in my closet. {And probably the last time it will see daylight until next Fall/Winter …which is a blessing and a …
Casual Holiday Style / Pink + Black + Sequins
What I’m Wearing . . .yet another pink and black outfit. * Salmon pink nylon long skirt … I made this skirt years ago actually and just found it while unpacking some old boxes that had been previously stored. If I remember correctly, it was a vintage slip dress that I cut and turned into …
Meet Me at the Center of the Earth
“Reminiscent of African, Caribbean and other ceremonial ensembles as well as of haute couture, Cave’s work explores issues of transformation, ritual, myth and identity. His virtuosic constructions incorporate yarn, sequins, bottle caps, vintage toys, rusted iron sticks, hair, and more. Mad, humorous, visionary, glamorous and unexpected, the Soundsuits are created from scavenged ordinary materials that …
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What I’m Wearing* Forever 21 graphic print skirt …seen here almost exactly a year ago. How crazy is that? I also rolled it up and made it a mini …hiding the bulging waist with a blazer.* Vintage blue v-neck sweater. I bought this at a thrift shop when I was 18. No joke. It was …
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What I’m Wearing* Victoria’s Secret Marisa pants {in a few sizes too big, belted and cuffed} …I don’t see them listed on the site any longer though* Vintage/Thrifted sweater …have had it forever …seen here …with some shoes I completely forgot I had! Fun times. * brown Via Spiga lace up wedges …have also had …
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What I’m Wearing* Floral mini dress by Walter …from Gilt Group …seen best here, here and here* Vintage gray belt …seen here* American Apparel stirrup tights in cement …must admit to liking AA tights very much …and usually, I just want to rip tights off my legs because, well, they’re tight. ewe. these are pretty …