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Spring time always inspires me to pick up a new little somethin’ somethin’. A shiny new bauble or two. My tastes tend to veer over to minimal but with a twist. Think skinny cuffs, vibrant but classic studs, cheeky little pieces, or arty. 

1. Joomi Lim Single Row Spiked Bracelet, $106. I love the contrast from the brass spikes.
2. Dalaga Tunnel Gold Plated Bar Bracelet, $9. 
3. Of a Kind Rose Mini Zigzag Cuff, $110. 
4. Catbird Cat Face Studs, $28. My sister would be keen on these cats.
5. Lila Rice Brass Hoops, $76. 
6. MyJewelryBox Princess Cut Diamond Solitaire Stud, $299. I’m all over the minimal and classic look diamond studs radiate. For more styles and cuts, look here. 
7. Dalaga Great Pyramid 24k Plated Ring, $38. 
8. Catbird Ampersand Ring, $96. So darling that I can’t even stand it. 
9. Pamela Love Phase Ring, $115. Minimal but powerful. 
10. Vera Meat Knife Please, $98. 
11. W/A Studios Teal Taj Necklace, $195. 
12. Vera Meat Ship Helm Necklace, $88. 

These Local Heroes palm tree prints make me long for the beach and California. At the very least, I would feel like a pretty epic extra in Baz Luhrmann’s Romeo + Juliet, am I right? 

Sweatshirt, $68
Tee Shirt, $52

{ May 12, 2013 }

Dress: c/o Von Vonni
Sandals: American Eagle
Sunglasses: Anthropologie


Warmer weather means it’s time for cheeky print dresses, y’all. When Von Vonni asked me if I wanted to join a style challenge, I said heck yes. I’m a simple gal, so a wrap-style dress is right up my low maintenance alley. The off-beat print and minimalistic white sandals keeps my look fresh for breezy days.

{ April 25, 2013 }

Dress: ICB
Jacket: People’s Liberation
Heels: BCBG
Glasses: Zennioptical

Lately, I am drawn to light prints like a moth to a flame.* The eye catching print always strikes me as “mellow futuristic.” Add a sleek ponytail into the mix, and there’s my outfit.

* While that simile may be on the more glamorous side, the reality of it is that I’m crazy for it like my dog’s obsession with anything bacon flavored.

Photos by Christine.

Hi sweets! Recuperating from a sprain keeps me under the rader lately. Here’s some little glimpses on what I’ve been up to via my Instagram. (@kitschy_) 

I’m not planning regular weekly recaps (bo-ring). Though, if you’re curious about the more personal side of things in my life, feel free to wander over. 

1. I get bored at train stations. Hello, feet.
2. Greenpoint’s The Habitat makes the best shrimp & grits ever. Now only if it was a regular item on the menu…
3. Getting back into the fiction writing groove. The Kate Spade bag is the perfect size for whatever notebook I’m toting around.
4. I may love to dress up but I love wearing this Motorhead tee just as much.
5. Tattoos prints in Oak & Iron.
6. A singular daisy, so beautiful.
7. Oh, New York.
8. Delicious. Healthy. Salad. 
9. Playing around with a fishtail braid. 

{ April 3, 2013 }

Top: BCBG
Vest: Forever 21
Jeans: Lucky Brand
Shoes: Zara
Necklace: House of Harlow 

A few years ago in grad school, I remarked to a girlfriend that I always admired her style. It was simple but not bland and always on point. Yet there was always something bubbly about her. She remarked, that she based most of her wardrobe around black and white with pops of color here and there. So, this is my — years later — interpretation of my friend and colleague, J. Black, white, and one eye opening shock of something metallic.

I’ve been itching to wear these rose gold jeans since Christmas when I bought them on a mega sale. And with spring finally here, I had to break out the pink gold. 

Photos by Christine.

{ March 30, 2013 }

Hoodie: Fox’s
Tee shirt: Chaser LA
Shorts: Dorothy Perkins
Stockings: Hue
Flats: Sole Society
Sunglasses: Pop
Earrings: nOir

What drew me to pair denim shorts with a mussed up Motörhead tee is that I’ve always been rough but ladylike around the edges.

Skin

• Two Faced Shadow Insurance
• L’Oreal Moisturizer
• Laura Geller Spackle Primer
• Hourglass Tinted Moisturizer — Ivory
• Paula Dorf Bronzer — Bronze Glimmer
• Kat Von D Saint Palette — Enjoy the Silence

Eyes

• Lancome Hypnose Drama Mascara — Excessive Black
• Kat Von D — Enjoy the Silence
• Urban Decay — Half Baked
• Too Faced —Sexpresso & Erotica
• It Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Concealer — Medium

Eyebrows

• Anastasia Clear Brow Gel

Lips

• Too Faced — Nude Beach
• Smashbox — Luster
  
  

As much as I adore red lipstick and dramatic looks, let’s be real here. This is a typical every day look for me with just a little bit more volume. Gold tones and and some brown smoke. I used to be vehemently against nude lipstick, but I think I’m coming around…

{ March 26, 2013 }

Top: Romeo & Juliet
Skirt: Dorothy Perkins
Tights: Hue
Heels: 3.1 Phillip Lim (via Otte)
Rings: Made Her Think & MoMA
Bracelet: Forever 21 

Black and white is one of my favorite palettes to use. Crisp, clean and classic but never dull. I picked this blouse because the cut out back adds a little bit of surprise on an otherwise standard shirt. Though, the real kicker here is that I may be falling dangerously in love with these 3.1 Phillip Lim black and white heels… I mean, could I ask for anything more minimalist and beautiful?

Photos by Christine.