July 2010
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Girl Friday Finds
(source: Ellen von Unwerth. This is one of my favorite photos!) Happy Friday!
Whiskey, Toothpaste, Chicken Candy, and Hot Dr. Pepper: Inexplicably Real Ads from the Don Draper Era.
The Books They Read On Mad Men.
50 Things that make New Yorkers smile.
NYC: Restaurant week has been extended until September!
Around the Web: Mad Men.
Notes From Girls In Tech. This is a wonderful interview...
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Made Her Think
Made Her Think is having a total steal of a deal: if you buy one pair of their spike rhinestone stud earring ($45), you get a second pair for free. I love the look of this line, with its hard edged use of studs and spikes meshing that with the soft and sultry. This offer ends on August 22.
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Wishlist Wednesday: Pretty Prints
It’s true: prints are here to stay. I used to feel really reserved about using prints because I felt like it would draw attention to myself or it just wasn’t me. Well, after that sad-sap attitude, I’ve come around. It’s all about finding what makes you feel good and well, represents you. So here’s a little bit of “me” in these clothes. 1. Long Sleeve Blue...
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Eye Spy
Here I am with two lovely ladies (Sara and my sister, Joanna) at the Cure Thrift Shop 2nd Birthday Bash. It was so fun! And the gift bag came with bubbles, which I promptly used on my cat. He ran away frightened.
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Tumblr Tuesday!
If you’re a fan of Girl Friday, please consider recommending me for the directory. Merci, darlings!
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DIY: Cameo Ring
So, it’s been ages since I did a little diy project. I decided to do a cameo ring because it’s small and sweet, also, I never made a ring project before. I had this tiny cameo charm sitting around that I didn’t know what to do with. I paired it with a gold base ring and I think it looks rather stately.
As for your supplies, charms that are flat backed work best since it will be...
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Girl Friday Finds
(source: Helmut Newton) Happy Friday, magpies!
Are retro hairstyles back in?
One Minute Portraits. Exactly what it sounds like. I love checking the new faces.
I want all of the heels in Suecomma Bonnie’s fall line.
What if you only had six items of clothing to wear? What if you did that on purpose? I’m interested in trying out this project for myself. But, I might fail...
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Outfit du Jour: Big Shoulders
When: July 14, 2010 Top: Shock Boutique Skirt: Forever21 Sandals: Jeffrey Campbell Cuff: The Met Store Bag (on ground): Cynthia Rowley Shoulder pads. My mother rocked them in the 1980s. I’m not sure how I feel about this shirt. Is it darling or do I look like a bad extra in a Lady Gaga video? It’s kind of growing on me, since I am really digging the sweetheart neckline.
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Wishlist Wednesday: Wandering Spirit
Okay lover-pies, we all know how super-duper hot it is outside lately. I don’t like being weighed down by anything lately. Here’s some pretty little things that are perfect for this heat laden season and great for wandering around in the summer time. Whether it’s night or day, I’m really coveting these pieces. Especially the shoes! Oh, the shoes. 1. Bailey Top, $58 2....
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Separation
Your absence has gone through me Like thread through a needle. Everything I do is stitched with its color. - W.S. Merwin
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Outfit du Jour: Super Casual
When: July 13, 2010
Dress: Loehmann’s (snagged from my sister’s closet) Tank (under dress): Bloomingdale’s Cuff: The Met Store So, this is what I look like on days that I really don’t feel like trying. We all have those days. I borrowed this maxi dress from my sister - I never was quite sure about the appeal of a super long dress. And then I put it on, super soft fabric....
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link: Fashion Gets Real: A Style Blogger Roundup →
I’m so happy to be included in this roundup! And there’s other great bloggers included on this list, too!
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Girl Friday Finds
(source: Eugene Atget) Well, hello there Friday! Enjoy the links!
Would you wear “worn in” Doc Martens? Or, you know, you could make them look like that yourself.
Eight Of the Strangest Places To Check In On Foursquare.
I Write Like is a site that analyzes portions of text (by you) and tells you what writer your style is most similar to. I got Arthur C. Clarke. Being compared to...
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Outfit du Jour: Join the Tribe
When: July 8, 2010 Dress: Forever21 Leggings: Club Monaco Sandals: Lord and Taylor Necklace: Gift from my mom Cuff: American Eagle I love little flirty summer dresses and this one is no exception. The blue, white, and red tribal print is pretty fun but not too busy. It’s not easy for me to bust out tons of colors and busy patterns. Baby steps, dear readers, baby steps. Needless to say as...
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Wishlist Wednesday: Good Reads
Instead of posting about shoes, bags, and clothes, today I want to focus on some of my favorite books. They’re just as fetching as a pretty dress and make me feel wonderful. I’m not listing prices for the books, since if you look around on Amazon, you can find most books being resold for as low as a penny! So, go, read on! 1. In the American Grain by William Carlos Williams 2. Kafka...
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Tumblr Tuesday!
If you’re a fan of Girl Friday, please consider recommending me for the directory. Merci, darlings!
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Outfit du Jour: Cold Shoulder
When: July 7, 2010 Top: Frederick’s of Hollywood Skirt: Forever21 Wedges: Dolce Vita Rings: my momma (silver) and Etsy (don’t remember the seller) Bangle: Paloma’s Nest on Etsy I’ve got a major case of squinty face going on in this photo. Ah, well. This royal blue top was such a steal from Frederick’s of Hollywood in Vegas. Yes, it’s a lingerie store but...
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Summer Lovin'
(photo credit: nighthawk3) It can be hot and sticky, but summer is one my favorite seasons. There are just many simple and serene things that make summer, well, summer. Here are some my favorite pastimes.
Make your own lemonade, iced tea, or ice cream. Delicious!
Have a picnic in a park. I just went to one in Central Park this past weekend, with cupcakes, of course.
Go to an outdoor concert....
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Sunday Morning
1 Complacencies of the peignoir, and late Coffee and oranges in a sunny chair, And the green freedom of a cockatoo Upon a rug mingle to dissipate The holy hush of ancient sacrifice. She dreams a little, and she feels the dark Encroachment of that old catastrophe, As a calm darkens among water-lights. The pungent oranges and bright, green wings Seem things in some procession of the dead,...
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Girl Friday Finds
Happy Friday! (photo source: foto decadent)
Scott Campbell Makes Louis Vuitton Neck Tattoos. Okay, I kind of want this.
The Fall/Winter Design Collection for the MoMA store. Lovely!
Check out these fan outfits from the Lady Gaga show in NY.
Rejoice: waterproof eyeliner.
Karl Lagerfeld’s Shopping Fever.
Sunglasses inspired by JFK. Want.
Interview with Mad Men’s costume...
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“The problem of self-identity is not just a problem for the young. It is a...”
– Norman Maclean
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Outfit du Jour: On A Jet Plane
When: July 2, 2010 Where: Las Vegas tee: Ella Moss skirt: BCBG flats: Urban Outfitters jewelry: various It was my last day in Vegas and this is the outfit I wore to travel around. This is one of my favorite skirts and it has pockets! I had an overnight flight, so I wanted my clothes to be easy breezy and comfortable for hanging around and traveling back to the airport.
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Wishlist Wednesday: Summer Wishlist
I love summer! As the days carry on, I find myself turning to brightly printed dresses and skirts. There are two dresses here and they’re both from the same lovely, addicting store - All Saints. I swear, I could get lost for hours looking at their goods. Now, where is my giant flowery headband? (I’m really fiending for this one by Ruche). 1. Katana Beach Dress, $182 2. Vintage Fawn...
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Outfit du Jour: Vegas Girl
When: July 1, 2010 Where: The indoor gardens at the Bellagio. Tee: Romeo & Juliet Skirt: Helmut Lang Shoes: Lord & Taylor Bag: Aldo Sunglasses: Anthropologie Obviously, I like to do a bit of shopping. My lovely friend Tara snapped this photo of me at the Bellagio indoor garden, which has a super cute theme with giant bugs, larger than life mushrooms, and immense towering flowers. It...
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Tumblr Tuesday!
If you’re a fan of Girl Friday, please consider recommending me for the directory. Merci, darlings!
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Outfit du Jour: In Vegas
When: June 29, 2010 Where: Las Vegas! Dress: American Apparel Ring: Madame Bijoux You aren’t able to tell from this photo, but my back was badly sunburned! Having itchy, hot skin greatly slashed away most of the outfit choices I bought. I wanted to be comfortable! So, this AA dress is a total lifesaver - you can tie it different ways and it’s very soft. You might recognize this dress...
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Girl Friday Finds
(Bonnie forever! source: foto decadent) Bonjour Friday!
10 Pieces You’d Never Guess Were Under $100.
I’m a sucker for spoilers and a synopsis when it comes to movies. Bring in the funny with Movie-A-Minute. Too bad it hasn’t been updated in two years.
Enjoy watching a McDonald’s being destroyed. !
Read: Popshot, DOPE Magazine, & poemeleon.
Listen: Hot...
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Style Wares: Alex and Chloe.
Besides making eponymous, cheeky laser-cut jewelry Alex and Chloe is showcasing pieces from Pudel for Summer 2010. Think super-light knitwear pieces perfect for breezy summer nights and soft motorcycle jackets (again, knitwear). Velvet shirts and dip-dyed denim jeans are also on the prowl for the summer collection. Personally, I’m favoring the knit dress, moto jacket, and a gray sheer knit...
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Outfit du Jour: An Everything Dress (with bad...
When: June 22, 2010 Dress: American Apparel Rings: various First off, I apologize for the photos in a dusty mirror! I had to clean it twice and it was still smear-y and dusty. Anyway, the dress is from AA and you can tie it a bunch of ways. I’ll wear it over one shoulder, as a sexy halter, or tied like this as my friend Sarah did on the same day!
