So this year I decided to tell my boyfriend exactly what I want for Christmas because he's pretty much oblivious to "hints". (Still love you boo boo!) The biggest reason for telling him months in advance is because I had finally found the bag of my dreams! Oak NYC's private label A.OK came out with six limited edition bags all in the $200 range. Unfortunately, my beautiful bag is currently sold out and since it's limited edition... well, it's sold out forever. I'm kicking myself for not just buying it, but that's life.
Upon my quest to find yet another perfect black leather replacement bag, I found six marvelous wants on Zara's website.
I mean, are you kidding me Zara? Way to make every doctor bag style I've ever wanted (HELLO bottom right hand corner, you have been haunting my dreams for years). The three bags at the bottom happen to be my favorite, but they're not black! Oh, but that suitcase. I can't even believe I'm saying this, but it's shockingly only $109. Actually, they're all $110 or less. They're all so perfect, and yet all so not what I'm looking for. What's a girl to do?
I can't believe it's been over a month since I've posted! It feels like October came and left faster than I could control and for that, I've neglected my blog. Instead of whining about not getting a chance to breathe with my busy schedule, I'll make this short and sweet for anyone that is reading.
As I said in my last post, I got some lovely things from Renegade Craft Fair held in Chicago in September. I'm already saving my dollars for the holiday sale held next month! Until then, these lovely things will suffice.
I can't remember the designers of these, unfortunately. As much as I'd been wanting a bullet necklace, I realized how stupid it was to buy this once I got home. Don't you hate that feeling? I'd been thinking about buying something like this because I thought it would represent my father having been shot in Chicago in the 70's, but then I realized how stupid it was to think a bullet, of all things, would best represent him. Anyway - I haven't worn it because it makes me feel bad! The knot necklace was another impulse buy, but I've at least worn it a few times. I'm not used to shorter, more delicate necklaces but it's nice to have a couple to fall back on.
"Flying Machine" print - I can't remember/figure out who this artist is for the life of me. :( Owl print - Craft Svcs. I love this little guy!
Yellowlion. This photo does this print no justice as I have terrible lighting in my apartment. It's the prettiest seafoam green color and all the slight imperfections add character to such a humble piece.
Hero and Sound. This was made specifically for Renegade Craft Fair Chicago and it's based on the six corners in Wicker Park. The detail is so gorgeous (hence the angled picture)! They make a killer Brooklyn poster, too, for those of you interested. They also have a 40% off sale on their website that ends today!
I am home. So in love! The smaller blocks on the ends are 3"x3" and the center block is 4"x4". They're meant to be hung on the wall, but for now they're hanging out on the "windowsill" of my apartment (basement apartments + small glazed windows = crappy lighting and lack of plants). Isn't this such a clever idea?
This has nothing to do with this post, but because I'm a cheeseball at heart, here's a clip from Xanadu, one of my favorite movies (it's a childhood favorite, okay!) with music by Electric Light Orchestra:
Top: Anthropologie Jeggings: ASOS Shoes: Evans Necklace: Free People Cuff: Nakamol Bag: Thomas Paul, from Fred Flare
Just a quick outfit post before I go to school where I'll be slammed in textbooks and graphic memoirs about women studies and LGBT history. Ryan's family was in town for the past 5 days which explains the lack of posts last week. Sorry about that! I really only had one entire day off to spend with them and we all had so much fun together! It was Sunday and we had brunch at Melrose diner in my neighborhood, went hat shopping at Goorin Bros that opened about three months ago (I got two hats! I will definitely have to make a post about them soon). From there, we went on a boat ride for an Architecture tour which was so amazing and informative! Then, the Grand Lux Cafe which was so delicious I can't even tell you guys.
But before I get to my Goorin Bros post, I have to share all my finds from Renegade Craft Fair later in the week. IT WAS SO GOOD, Y'ALL. I wish I could have gone both days. It's just one of those things that you need experience twice - the first time you should go alone because you want to look at everything and not bother other people that may not be as into it as you are. The second time should be with friends that have also experienced it once so you can chitchat along the way. I get too into the hunt of it all to be any fun the first time... which I think was the case for me this year, but hey? Who cares! I got some lovely, lovely things and I'm really excited to share them with you guys.
Dress: Ruche Shorts, Bag: Thrift Necklace: Renegade Craft Fair Cuff: Nakamol, from Art Effect Shoes: Ebay
This is one of those outfits that you put together one day and something just clicks. I've worn it to work, on my birthday, out with friends, to the bar, to a concert. Surprisingly enough, I haven't gotten tired of it! I've also been wearing this cuff like crazy lately. It's actually more sparkly in person, but in a really cool and rustic way. I love how easy it is to dress up and down, and it goes with so many things without being matchy-matchy. It's always a little unexpected, but in a good way.
I hope you guys have a lovely weekend! I can't even tell you how excited I am for Renegade Craft Fair this weekend (I'll be going on Sunday) and season 3 finale of True Blood! Ahh. Sunday is so close, and yet so far away!
Jacket: Buffalo Exchange Top: Urban Outfitters Scarf: Madewell Necklace: Free People Shorts: Faith 21 Bag: Thrift Sunglasses: H&M Tights: Courtesy of We Love Colors Shoes: Evans
I am so happy to say that I had the loveliest weekend. We had the most beautiful cool weather and I definitely took the opportunity to try out some new fall clothes. I received these splash metallic tights from We Love Colors a few weeks ago. I always feel like I don't have enough unique pieces in my wardrobe, so this was my chance to break out of my shell a little. Because of how unique these tights are, I also found that they're difficult to style but I think this outfit works. And for anyone interested to know - these aren't super stretchy in the thigh area, but with a lot of pulling and adjusting, I was able to get them on and they held up ALL DAY. And boy do I love a pair of tights that I don't have to adjust.
And now, back to 80 degree weather. Have a happy labor day everyone!
I am absolutely obsessed with this Delfina Delettrez cuff from Opening Ceremony (shown on left). I could get upset about its $2890 price tag, but I consider myself lucky to own its vintage counterpart (on the right). I found this beautiful belt last year at my favorite thrift store for a measly 50 cents. You can't beat that!
Blouse: Courtesy of City Chic Shorts: Bag, Ring: Thrift Cuff: Erica Weiner Necklace: Free People Shoes: Urban Outfitters
You guys! It's been forever since I've posted! I've been lacking serious energy lately since I'm constantly on my feet with work. The more I get used to it, the more I miss blogging in my spare time so I definitely want to make a better effort at posting for all my wonderful readers. I appreciate you all!
The outfit I'm wearing is such an easy day off look. When I'm not working, I am definitely living in these cut off shorts that I thrifted at the beginning of summer. I love pairing them with feminine tops. I'm especially crazy about the bed jacket feel of this City Chic blouse, and I love that I can get the same look without the excess fabric that bed jackets tend to have.
Finally, I have to talk about my fake Fendi! I was stalking this bag a month or so ago at my favorite thrift store but waited to buy it when it was half off. I don't care that it's a fake Fendi, because it's the style, shape and colors that I fell in love with before I saw the label. I just can't help but feel like I'm channeling the infamous Samantha Jones. You know what I'm talking about!
As I'm currently in the process of re-evaluating my closet (as well as my life!), I've realized that I need to add more dimension in my daily get up. I have a solution, but I also have a problem. Long story short, I need some cute rings to fit my seriously fat size 10 finger. I scoured Etsy for handmade and vintage rings, and I found a few that stuck out.
{Clockwise from top left hand corner - LINKS upon request... I have my eyes on a few of these obviously} Vintage Gold Tone and Faux Diamond Nugget ring Smoke Swarovski Crystal and Macrame Wire Wrapped ring Large Green Glass Filigree ring Nugget Style ring Arhceological Dig ring Vintage Smoky Quart Marcasite Sterling ring
{Clockwise from top left hand corner} Moonstone Sterling Silver ring Rose Quartz Sterling Silver ring Labradorite Oval Sterling Silver ring Ocean Jasper ring Vintage Long Mother of Pearl Sterling ring Silver tone black faux stone ring
I know I'm a rare case, but it's annoying how difficult it's been to find new styles in modern designs in my size. All I want is a hand full of rings but instead I'm stuck with the 4 or 5 rings that I wear quite sparingly. If you guys have any idea where to find current styles in my size, let me know in the comments!
I've been obsessed with this doctor bag by a European brand called Pieces for a few months now. I love how expensive it looks without actually being expensive at $57. The color isn't exactly what I've been looking for, but it's such a great, clean design that I can't seem to get it out of my head.
I have a black vintage doctor bag that I use in the fall, so I don't really have a need for another. But can you blame a girl for wanting more? J. Crew had a similar style called Marquee being sold for $248 last year, and Louis Vuitton has the Sophia Coppola for LV bag at $4580 (sported below by Ms. Garance Dore). I can't even fathom spending that much on a bag, but ugh! They are absolutely gorgeous.
Dress: H&M Sandals: Urban Outfitters Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs
About 4 or 5 months ago I was having one of those days where you just find yourself in H&M because you're forced to go downtown and you figure it'll make your trip worthwhile. I was lucky enough to go on a day where they were restocking this dress that immediately caught my eye. I am the kind of girl that will stalk a single item until it's mine, so needless to say I snatched the last one in my size. The best part about this story is that the dress wound up being $10 full price. Can't beat that! Plus, I love fuss-free dresses and this is definitely one I can always rely on. It can literally be laying in a ball in the corner of my bedroom for weeks and it will never wrinkle, and will always look and make me feel like a million bucks.
On another note - I am starting to realize that my shopping habits are getting a bit ridiculous. I've bought so many things this summer and I'm feeling kind of guilty. I have literally bought 5 jackets this summer! I guess I just feel bad because I wrote down all the things I really wanted to buy this fall but so far I've only been buying pieces that I've found around town that are really good deals, and not necessarily things that I've been dreaming about. I feel like I'm guilty of this every season, so I can't be the only person that does this! I'm starting to think that seasonal wishlists will never work for me. Thoughts?
