May 2013
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Drool Worthy Spring Jewelry
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.
Joomi Lim Single Row Spiked Bracelet, $106. I love the contrast from the brass spikes.
Dalaga Tunnel Gold Plated Bar Bracelet, $9.
Of a Kind...
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Take Me To California
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
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Paint Splatter
{ 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...
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Kaleidoscope Girl
{ 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...
April 2013
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Photo Diary // Instagram Trinkets
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....
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Rose Gold Lover
{ 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...
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Gambling's For Fools
{ 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.
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FOTD // Golden Brown
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...
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Black & White
{ 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...
March 2013
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Giveaway: Kensie Hoop Earrings
A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of checking out new jewelry from Kensie. Some of you may have noticed on Instagram. These hoops are too big for my style, so why not share some springtime swag? The contest is open to all, including new and current readers. The bangle giveaway ends on April 3, 2013 at midnight, EST. Good luck!
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Lazy Sunday
{ March 24, 2013 } Sweatshirt: Urban Outfitters Jeggings: Rock Revolution Sneakers: Converse Glasses: Zennioptical Necklace: c/o Dogeared One hundred percent hipster nonsense complete with dirty Converse. Who would’ve thought? Lazy weekends are the best.
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FOTD // International Glitter Girl
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
Da Vinci Cosmetics Shimmer Powder — Wild Lilac
Lisi Eye Definition Cream Eyeliner — Cat’s Eye
It Cosmetics Bye...
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Glossy Box International Style: Jet Set Beauty
I love getting little treats every month. Looking forward to Glossy Box is no exception. As the daughter of a self-proclaimed makeup maven, I did not stray far from the family tree where pretty eyeshadow and lush lipsticks are concerned. With an international theme, I’m looking forward to exploring (and already testing!) out products that can make travel seamless but also just show me...
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Giveaway: Micky London Studded Bangle
Well, hello again! I’ve been a busy writer/teacher and my little blog has gotten a teensy bit less love. I’m making it up to you, dears, with a new giveaway! You might remember my Micky London bangle giveaway from January and now I have another cute bracelet to share with you. The contest is open to all, including new and current readers. The bangle giveaway ends on March 15, 2013...
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February 2013
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January 2013
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Rockabilly Rose
{ January 20, 2013 } Voodoo Vixen cardigan Sugarlips top H&M jeans Madden Girl booties Anthropologie beanie nOir earrings Wandering around Chinatown with two of my loveliest girlfriends is a fun and spontaneous weekend activity. There are so many hidden gems! A few cups of almond bubble tea, some adventures, and my [new] favorite rockabilly cardigan made the perfect low key...
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Studded Clutch: A DIY Repair
This is barely a diy, but really more of a quick fix. I buy a lot of makeup (surprise, surprise), so I get those freebie pouches from time to time. I love tiny little clutches to compartmentalize the contents of my purse. This little YSL pouch lost a flat brass stud, so instead of chucking it, I punched a pyramid stud over the hole. Presto! My cell phone + key clutch is still going strong.
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Kat Von D True Romance Palette in Starstruck
Shades
Fallen (light bronze)
Pagan Poetry (shimmery chocolate)
Unrequited (warm yellow gold)
Hermit (shimmery red)
I’m a complete sucker for super pigmented eyeshadow. Since I have deep set eyes, I gravitate towards pearlized shades mainly of the neutral variety and use colors to add emphasis, rather than swatch my entire lid in say purple or blue. The gold, bronze, and chocolate...
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Heart On My Sleeve
{ December 29, 2012 } Sweater: In Love With Fashion Skirt: Guess Scarf: Genie by Eugenia Kim Tights: Marshalls Boots: Via Spiga Bag: C/o Allibelle It’s not often that I get to wear my heart on my sleeve. Literally. I’m a sucker for all things heart-shaped and you might have even noticed my tattoo. When I saw the In Love With Fashion sweater with heart-shaped elbow patches, I had to...
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Cracking Skulls
{ December 28, 2012 } Sweater: e.vil Jeans: Loehmann’s Booties: Aldo Bracelet: Ann Taylor Ring: Etsy // gift from my sister A pink sweater with red and white rhinestones? Oh, honey, I’m all over it like no one’s business. It seems that I can’t look at the camera to save my life, but these were the only decent shots I could snag of myself.
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FOTD: Femme Noir
Eyes
Two Faced Shadow Insurance
Lancome Hypnose Drama — Excessive Black
Kat Von D Starstruck Palette — Fallen, Pagan Poetry
Eyebrows
Kat Von D Saint Palette - Bookworm
Anastasia Clear Brow Gel
Skin
Hourglass Tinted Moisturizer — Ivory
Sheer Coverage Duo Concealer — Light/Medium
Paula Dorf Pressed Powder — Bronze Glimmer
the Balm Mary-Lou Manizer/The...
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Giveaway: Micky London Studded Bangle
Hi dears! Let’s kick off the new year with some fun. So, let’s have a giveaway. Enter below to win this jazzy studded bangle by Micky London. If you’re curious about the brand, I visited their showroom last year. The contest is open to all, including new and current readers. The bangle giveaway ends on January 10, 2012 at midnight, EST. Good luck!
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December 2012
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FOTD: Brown Eyes
Skin
Two Faced Shadow Insurance
L’Oreal Moisturizer
Laura Geller Spackle Primer
Hourglass Tinted Moisturizer — Ivory
Paula Dorf Bronzer — Bronze Glimmer
Eyes
Lancome Hypnose Drama Mascara — Excessive Black
Urban Decay Naked Palette — Virgin
Too Faced Natural at Night Palette — Moonstone & Eclipse
It Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Concealer —...
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Modern Lover
{ December 1, 2012 } Dress: Forever 21 Stockings: Don’t remember! (But probably Marshall’s or Nordstrom Rack) Boots: Dr. Martens Bag: C/o Allibelle Rings: Amy O. and nOir With the fall weather quickly transforming into winter, I had to sneak an outfit photo in the lovely MoMA gardens before it became way too cold. These Dr. Martens are becoming my seasonal staple and I love the...
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Wishlist Wednesday: Book Lovers Gift Guide
I’m not super keen on tons of gift guides but where would this blog be without a literary bent? I made this gift inspiration list for those with wordsmith friends and language lovers.
Kate Spade Romeo & Juliet Book Clutch, $325 While this is definitely a luxe purchase on my list, how cute is this? It looks like a book but it’s really a clutch. One part librarian, one part...
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November 2012
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Baby Loves Bronze
{ October 13, 2012 } Jacket: People’s Liberation Top: Kensie Jeans: Guess Jeans Scarf: random vendor in Union Square Boots: Doc Martens Sunglasses: Queen of Hearts & Modern Love Necklace: Shock Boutique (now defunct?) Bag: gift from my mom This is a little bit of an oldie but a goodie. In an effort to mix up my love for black clothing, I tested out some metallic jeans. And honey, I...
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wait for me at the end of the world
wait for me at the end of the world. no more television, no more telephone. no more typing. no more gasoline. just dust. just my hair blowing. wait for me with good night tugs and whiskey glances. wait for me with a kiss. wait for me with two hands to hold. wait for me with a quartz for luck. a dove. when the highway is backed up with the cars. the mermaids stopped singing. the cowboys left the...
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FOTD: Conference Call
Face
Hourglass Tinted Moisturizer — Ivory
NARS Orgasm Illuminator
Eyes
Too Faced Shadow Insurance
It Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Concealer — Neutral Medium
Kat Von D True Roman Eyeshadow Palette — Heavens, Pray for Me, Bookworm
Too Faced 3 Three Lash Lining Tool — Black
Mac Eye Kohl — Smolder
Cargo Lash Activator Mascara — Black
Lips
Yves Saint...
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Confence Day
{ October 18, 2012 } Cardigan: Fox’s Tank: Valentino Jeans: Salt Works Heels: Vince Camuto Earrings: C/o W/A Studios Bracelet: TJ Maxx
Last month, I went on my first “business” trip for my job - an English teacher conference in Albany. It was great to meet other English teachers, learn new tips and techniques, and of course get away for a little while. This is what I wore to a...
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October 2012
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Tell Me A Story
{ October 9, 2012 } Dress: Asos Jacket: Gryphon Tights: BCBG Scarf: Send the Trend Heels: Michael Kors Bag: BCBGeneration It was such a cloudy, overcast day but a perfect setting for me to do a flash fiction reading at the New York Public Library. I wore my (newly) favorite studded leather jacket that I scooped up at a sample sale over the summer. It’s a little Mad Max-ish, don’t you...
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Sticky Sweet
{ October 7, 2012 } Blazer: Forever 21 Top: c/o Sugar Lips Jeggings: Groupon (yes, you read that correctly) Flats: Dolce Vita Necklace: H&M This is my version of a lazy day. The perfect cropped blazer and smoking slippers. The lovely folks at Sugar Lips sent me this cute peplum corset top and I was a wee bit scared to try it. Something that accentuates the hips? On me? An already hip endowed...
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Kitschy x South Moon Under: Win A $75 Gift Card.
Hi, darlings! With fall in full swing and back-to-school time already in action, how about a little giveaway? The snazzy folks over at South Moon Under have teamed up with my blog to offer you a chance to score a sweet $75 gift card. Personally, I’m smitten on South Moon Under’s collection of jeans, particularly the Elizabeth and James pair above. Many of the products featured at...
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