Try to Follow Me

Top- given to me by my sis; Hat- Target; Boots- Urban Apparel; Leather Shorts and Jewelry- Forever 21

Please excuse my tired eyes and washed out expressions. Been feeling overwhelmed with things needing to be accomplished and work is piling up on me . . . mix that with only a few hours a sleep a day and you get the above. FYI though, those boots are so freaking comfortable I could literally wear them to bed.

And by reader request, below are some current shots of Lia, who in my total unbiased opinion is the cutest thing I've ever seen. She's smiling now and I swear I'm going to make her giggle any day now. Hopefully. Maybe she doesn't think I'm funny . . .

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Birthday Wishes

Another year has passed which means my inevitable birthday is fast approaching...can't believe I will be turning 28. Especially since most people still think I'm in high school. Each year that goes by reminds me that I am not immune to the effects of aging, a fact that rears its head when I go to bed at night and every muscle in my body groans simultaneously. Ah, adulthood.

So to ease the dread of adding another year to my life, I have compiled a little wish list of my current cravings, although realistically this list is a lot longer than I could possibly post here. I am indecision incarnate, so I had trouble narrowing it down. Nonetheless, here's what I have my eye on. Well, eyes, since I don't close one when I browse. They're arranged by order of longing.

Mike, I know you always have trouble buying me gifts, so I've done the work for you and couldn't have made it any easier. I would gleefully take any of these...and would express my gratitude in a way that only you would appreciate :) TMI? Perhaps, but that's how much I love these:



1. Senso Saure (also available in black) $189.00 buy at Solestruck

2. ASOS Harley Origami High Sandals (also available in brown) $143.44 buy at Asos.com

3. Style Nanda Lace Up Slouchy Sweater $66 buy at Style Nanda

4. Asos Trouble Lace Up Shoe Boot (also in gray, but sold out in my size on Asos.com) $78 buy on Ebay

5. Style Nanda Leopard Print Tunic/Dress $46 buy at Style Nanda


6. Rhinestone Step Trellis Ring $30 buy at Topshop

7. Quad Layerd Stone Stack Rings $30 buy at Topshop


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Strawberry Fields Forever

Sweater- ebay; Hat- Forever 21; Skirt- thrifted; Platforms- Jessica Simpson

I know, I'm not actually in a strawberry field, I just like the title and song. You'd probably cringe if you knew where I actually was, so I'll spare you the details.

Love this outfit I'm wearing. The sweater is pleasantly slouchy and off shouldered, and although the skirt is actually plus sized (I have a massive safety pin holding it together), it was leopard print, so you know I had to get it. And I swear this hat is the floppiest of all hats. I realized I had yet to wear it when I discovered the price tag still on it. I tend to do that- buy something then forget to wear it. But hey, it makes for a nice surprise later on.

Question: do you guys get sick of seeing all the outfit posts? I used to do a variety of posts, but it didn't seem like you guys were all that interested, so I've been sticking to outfits . . . I hate for you to think I'm that conceited and think all you want to see is me . . . so let me know otherwise what else you'd like to see.

I just read what I wrote . . . I sound like I'm illiterate. I'd change it, but can't seem to come up with the correct words . . . I think all the Valentines Day candy went straight to my head.

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90 Beats Per Minute

Jacket, rings and dress- Forever 21; Wedges- Topshop

Score beneaththeglass's contribution - fashion magazine by real people

Today's photos are courtesy of Mike. As usual he came through for me when I needed him, and he blew me away with these photos. I knew I kept him around for a reason. Of course, the day was not without it's problems, as the car's radiator (the "Merc" as we call it, it's a 1960 Mercury Cruiser) decided to take a dive today, so Mike had to fill it with water in order to get it to run so we could take photos with it. And he almost ran out of gas on the way too. But luckily we managed to get these shots in before the sun went down. He did such an amazing job that I had an extremely hard time choosing between them. I've included the rest in a slideshow, in case you guys wanted to see the rest. I'm entering these in Hypeed.com's "Valentine's Day" contest, so wish me luck. I seem to be including lots of vehicles in my posts lately- they make great props. I had the car specifically in mind when planning this post, and I have to say it came out just like I had hoped....thanks honey :) Have a great weekend everyone!

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Caught in the Headlights

Jacket- Target; Blouse- Thrifted; Shorts, Rings, Shoes- Forever 21

My outfit is somewhat reminiscent of the 90's grunge look- although perhaps a bit classier. Kohl and I shot these on the backside of a plaza which included a drycleaner... as we were reviewing the photos, an Asian couple came and entered the door I'm standing by (apparently they worked there) but not before shooting us bewildered looks. Not that I blame them, seeing how we were probably looking a bit suspicious hanging around the back of the building. I also got some weird looks from people at the gas station we shot at.... I guess people aren't used to seeing someone randomly taking photos under a streetlamp at night for no apparent reason. Good times.

Oh, and I had just dyed my hair burgundy to blend in my roots better, but then decided it was too tame, so I tried to dye it a bright purple. Now I have fuschia hair instead. Not that I have a problem with that, but I did it not too long ago, which is why I wanted purple. Can you tell I get bored with my hair? I'm lucky it hasn't fallen out yet. Considering bangs yet again.... thoughts?

*My sister and I have a new blog dedicated to home decor- please check it out! The link is on my sidebar. Thanks!

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Chop Shop

Sweater- Cheap Monday; Shorts, tights, rings- F21; Platforms- Jessica Simpson

Once again I have managed to add another leopard print piece to my wardrobe, this time being these shorts from Forever 21's Twist line. Honestly though, I didn't realize they were leopard print until closer inspection showed otherwise, which of course sealed the deal and I had to get them. I'm also wearing my floppy sloppy sweater from Cheap Monday, the one which prompted my father in law to say, "Do you know you have holes in the sleeves?" Men. Some of them just don't understand fashion. But that brings me to an interesting topic. We women are actually quite ridiculous in that we will shell out money on items with holes or tears, so long as it's intentional, but would never pay full price on something that had a rip that didn't belong there. Take my sweater for instance: both armpits have holes in them which are unraveling already, much to my dismay, and although you can't see them, it bothers me. Unlike the glaringly obvious cuts in the sleeves, which I like. Go figure.

I'm wearing eyeshadow and mascara- not something I often do

I took photos in the shop again today, but not by choice. I had originally planned to take them outdoors in a secluded spot I frequent sporadically. The weather was nice and the sun was glowing so I planned on taking advantage of it, but unfortunately my spot was occupied by the out of work miscreants that this town seems infested with. Then I headed to a backup spot, which was also beautiful and speckled with wildflowers, only to be intruded on by the so called owner of the land, who proceeded to watch me with a creepy shit-eating grin on his face and asked if I wanted him to take a picture of me in the field. Yeah. I'm pretty sure I know what kind of photos he wanted to take. Douchebag. This town is full of them. Thank goodness for our shop which happens to be a photo worthy and doesn't come with leering pervs. The motorcycle I'm sitting on is one of my faves (likely because it's black and gold); I even made the leather seat I'm sitting on. However, the gigantic spider in the shift knob scares the crap out of me; I bravely stood next to it for photos, only to jump every time I looked down and saw it by my hand. The things I do to get a good shot.

I'm also featured on MTV's Style blog this week! How awesome is that? Check it out here: THANKS MTV!!


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