When it’s raining outside, what’s better than pulling on your rain boots, popping open your umbrella and jumping in puddles all day? Click below to see my rainy day photos!Read more
Archives for October 2009
Interview with iStyle!
Yay! My interview with Laura from iStyle just went up this morning. If you haven’t checked out the site yet, do so now! And, to read the full story, click here! Thanks Laura! xoxo
Happy Friday!
Hope you all have an amazing weekend!
xoxo
Summer Flashback
Flashback: Mid-August on a carefree afternoon in Seattle. (Photos taken in my parent’s lovely backyard.) The temperature oustide was in the high-70s with sunshine and a light breeze.
Current day: Mid-October on a dreary afternoon in New York. The temperature outside is in the low 40s with rain and wind.
I was out in this rainy weather all morning and was finally able to come home this afternoon, take a hot shower, and make a fresh cup of coffee. I put on my comfy clothes, which at the moment, consists of a white furry hooded zip-up vest, a deep purple jersey dress-turned-nightgown, and bunny slippers. I must be channeling Jessica here! Anyway, as I got up to change my music selection from Frank Sinatra to Michael Buble, I pulled up my blinds for a moment and stared out at the rain coming down. I immediately thought back to my lovely summer at home in Seattle, and that’s when I remembered these photos. I had been holding on to them for a moment just like this. A moment where you need to be reminded that sun does exist, what it’s like to be dry when walking outside, and what it’s like to go barefoot in your backyard. These photos make me so happy, so I hope by sharing them with you, that the lighthearted energy behind each photograph shines through, and that the sun peeking through the back garden gate might add a little extra cheer to your day. xoxo
Outfit Remix: Seeing Double
So, remember yesterday when I re-blogged The Glamourai’s post about ankle/shoe jewels? Well, I mentioned how I also bought similar gray lace tights, which I promptly put on the minute I got home. Well, seeing how I couldn’t just prance around in my tights for the rest of the day, I went about creating an outfit for myself. I found that I was drawn to my striped dress, faux fur vest and braided necklace combination, then threw on my black bowler hat and black ankle booties for a nice contrast. I snapped a few photos and then realized that my little ensemble was almost identical to an outfit I wore a couple weeks ago. Here is a comparison of the two. I think it’s fun to re-wear an almost identical outfit again, and then just alter it slightly by changing out the accessories to give it some new flair. So, as close as these two looks are, which one is your favorite?
My Outfit:
Earrings: UO
Bracelet: (Actually a necklace!) H&M
Necklace: Fred Flare
Faux fur vest: BB Dakota from ModCloth
Dress: H&M, thrifted from Buffalo Exchange
Tights: UO
Boots: F21
My Outfit: Armani/Casa and Elle Decor Party
Tuesday night I met up with some friends at the Armani/Casa store in Soho for a party thrown by Elle Decor, hosted by EIC, Margaret Russell, and John Mayer! I was so convinced he was going to sing, but sadly he never did. Two of my friends got their photo taken with him though! Anyway, it was a very lovely, glamorous party and I had a great time. I love this dress, which I got at a sample sale event a couple years ago, but I usually wear it during the warmer months, with no tights and peep-toed nude heels. So, seeing that it was extremely chilly out that night and the wind was blowing like crazy, I took the opportunity to try wearing basic black tights with it instead. Lastly, I knew I wanted to add a little bling to my look, so I topped off my outfit with my go-to piece for instant glitz, which is my trusty multi-layered chain necklace from Buffalo Exchange. Works like a charm, every time!
My Outfit:
Blazer: H&M
Necklace: Buffalo Exchange
Dress: Debra Rodman
Tights: ?
Shoes: F21
Bracelet: (Actually a necklace) H&M
Inspired By: The Glamourai
Lanvin, spring 2010
Kelly’s DIY take on the lovely shoe/ankle jewels.
The other day I was perusing my favorite fashion blogs and came across this photo on Kelly’s blog, The Glamourai, and was instantly taken with the idea. (Read her original post here!) I love the ones she created on her own, shown above, and have to admit, I loved her look so much, that I went out and bought similar tights and gathered some chains to make my own version of this cool trend. I guess imitation is flattery at its finest, right?
Stay tuned to see what I come up with!
Thanks Kelly!
xoxo
