Jon Whitcomb illustration of Marilyn Monroe {because it’s her birthday too & I just LOVE this illustration} It’ my birthday today. Yes, today marks the 37th year I’ve been wandering this little area of the planet and the 6th year I’ve celebrated it here on this blog, so I thought I do a special edition …
If I told you a flower bloomed in a dark room, would you trust it?
What I’m Wearing… * Heavy wool maxi skirt is vintage… my mom made it for herself 100 years ago {okay, maybe more like 40}… the hem has fallen out over the years but I like it this way. See how I wore it here as well* Cream grandad sweater from Asos {see it in blue …
You’re Gonna Need a Bulletproof Soul
What I’m Wearing… * Thrifted camo jacket on a recent shopping expedition up in these here parts 😉 There was a name patch above one of the pockets which I easily removed with a seam ripper then tossed in the wash. I can’t believe how perfectly it fits. I love those kind of finds. I’d …
Spring 2013 Fashion Trends : 1. Far East Influences
While fashion’s all a buzz with Pre-Fall 2013 collections, I’ve been so preoccupied with moving and decor and home furnishings as of late {and dressing for my new freezing & fun snowy environment} that I have barely been paying attention to anything fashion-related at all {well, other than a bit of shopping here and there …
Wintery Warm… Is it Winter Yet? It feels like it!
What I’m Wearing… * Burberry short trench {sneaky tip! if you’re tiny enough, you can buy a Boys Burberry trench in the largest size it comes in for $395 {vs the $1000 it costs for an adult woman’s}* Charcoal corduroy legging/pants by Blank Denim * Black and taupe jersey long-sleeve shirt by Jigsaw London* Call …
Behind the Scenes Film Shoot w/ Art.com… & what I wore
What I’m Wearing… * Thrifted light blue blazer {a favorite!!}* Navy blouse by Jigsaw London {see it again with the blazer here}* Vintage Reserve Skinny Jeans by Joe’s Jeans c/o Shopbop… see my other pair here.* Tiffany T pendant necklace, hoop earrings, branch bracelets & bangles, Joseph Mimi rings.* Favorite blue satin Ferragamo heels. Last …
Denim and Lace and Fur… OH MY!
What I’m Wearing… * Vintage denim Wrangler button down from 86 Vintage… see it here with a maxi dress* Vintage Reserve Skinny Jeans by Joe’s Jeans c/o Shopbop* Call of The Wild Reversible faux fur vest by Free People c/o Shopbop* Tiffany gold T pendant necklace… Hermes vintage leather/gold wrap bracelet. They have a necklace …
Completely Gratuitous JEWELRY Post…
If you’re a long-time reader of my blog, this post title may sound a little familiar to you… for those of you in the dark, back in the beginning, when I first began posting my outfits here {in late 2008}, I was a little embarrassed about the narcissistic nature of the whole thing. So to …
Get Your Seed Beads On
Tommy Ton ~ Style.com In the 90’s we all wore short single strands of seed bead necklaces with our school uniforms, particularly in Rasta colors or multi-colored hues, but I recall having a black and white one as well. When you wear a uniform to school, you tend to try to accessorize in ways that …
My Life… Photos… New & Vintage Finds…
This week will go down in history as one of the top 5 craziest weeks of my life. Yes, I feel a little dramatic even just typing that but it really has been insane. My manuscript was due to my publisher on Monday and admittedly, I’m a few days late in sending it in. Oh …
Jeans & a White T Outfit No. 22 Gray & Brown
What I’m Wearing* GAP white v-neck t from ages ago* DL1961 Premium Denim gray jeans… last seen here not with a white T* Asos leather belt* Leopard print scarf {is just a yard of sheer fabric from the fabric store}* My personal fine jewelry pieces: Gold Tiffany pendant necklace, oval hoop earrings, branch bracelets, various …
Jeans & a White T Outfit No. 18 An Evening at the Beach
What I’m Wearing* Vintage Levi’s rolled up… worn once in my 30/30 here* White v-neck t shirt* My personal jewelry pieces: Gold Tiffany pendant necklace, oval hoop earrings, branch bracelets, various rings.* Avarcas black slip ons, c/o Avarcas* Straw sun hat with black bow* Chloe “belladone” sunglasses* Eddie Bauer vintage anorak/parka* Burberry shopper tote The …
Jeans & a White T Outfit No. 15 White + White + Black
admittedly making a dumb face here, but it was one of the only shots of the entire group where my hair looked nice, lol. What I’m Wearing* White jeans c/o Jigsaw London… also seen here {I LOVE the way these fit}* Victoria’s Secret crew neck tee… also worn here* Vintage black braided belt* Black “croc …
Jeans & a White T Outfit No. 12 Laced Up
What I’m Wearing* Victoria’s Secret criss cross tee Note: I will hang this dry so it won’t lose it’s shape.* Rich and Skinny jeans again* Personal gold jewelry again: Gold Tiffany pendant necklace, oval hoops, branch bracelets, various rings, D&G watch & Kenneth Cole white leather watch* Lumete sunglasses c/o Lumete – and new faves!* …
Jeans & a White T Outfit No. 11 A Love Story
What I’m Wearing* J Brand Love Story jeans in ink, from years ago {don’t think they make this wash anymore}* Victoria’s Secret crewneck short sleeve t* Personal gold jewelry again: Gold Tiffany pendant necklace, oval hoops, branch bracelets, various rings, D&G watch & Kenneth Cole white leather watch, yellow bangles* Vintage nude/gold belt* Gucci vintage …