Archiving

So as of late my camera's battery decided to completely give up on me. It's dead and there's no reviving it. It really puts a damper on my listing things to sell in addition to outfit posts. I can't really blame this problem on my absence since March(?). That's another story but I've decided to dig into my archived outfits that I never got around to posting. They're all pretty much from the winter. It is a little bit of a downer because all anyone seems to be thinking about(including myself) is Spring but they are outfit posts nonetheless.

Top:Ivory Lace Bodysuit(Strawberry's)
Skirt:Black Denim Circle Skirt(H&M)
Tights:Black Opaque(H&M)
Shoes:Black Suede Ankle Wedge Boots(Office)
Bag:Vintage Quilt Chainlink purse(Thrifted)
Hairclip:Velvet Bow(Ann Belen)

Inject Your Soul with Liberty

I met up with Tamar last Thursday. We went to Cafe Orlin then to get some self serve yogurt. Yup that's right you get to make that swirly thing all by your lonesome and you also get to add the toppings on your own. I put mango strawberry chocolate.Mine definitely did not come out like it's supposed to. Tasted normal though.

Jacket:Vintage Light Wash Denim Jacket(thrifted)
Dress:Vintage Navy/white Polka Dot Dress(thrifted)
Tank:White Lace Trimmed Tank(H&M)
Shoes:Vintage Platform Clog Sandals(Ebay)
Bag:Straw Satchel(Topshop, gifted by Tamar)

Magical Birthday Evening of Super Awesomeness

On July 6th it was my birthday. It was on a Monday. Being that I wanted as many of my friends to be able to make it to my party i decided to do it on that following Saturday, the 11th. I decided to do it at the one place I knew I would have an amazing time at.(Do I really need to state where? its a little obvious by now)It was probably the best birthday I've had in a while.A lot of my friends showed up and it was a really good night.Until I realized that I had burnt my own dress. At first I thought it was someone smoking that had done it, but alas no one in sight with a cigarette.It turns out that as I was standing on the bench for a mere of 2 seconds that created a couple not so subtle rings on my adorable little dress.I am devasted!!!!

On another note, I recently acquired these sandals on ebay due to the fact that my black ones were absolutely demolished(what's with me and ruining all my sandals?)I scoured Ebay in hopes of finding these out of stock pieces of heaven for your feet.The only thing was that they were only available in this pewter color.I would have preferred them in black, but beggars can't be choosers. I'm so happy with my decision to buy them because they were made for this dress and they kept me dancing all night without so much as an ounce of pain at the end of the night.

Dress:Lavender Chiffon "Prom" dress(f21)
Shoes:Forever21 Pewter Lattice mini wedge Sandals(ebay)
Bag:Vintage Faux crock Brown Satchel(thrifted)
Bow:Purple Satin Hairclip(Ann Belen)


Some photos taken by my friend Tamar(who if you notice is wearing my "Kelly Kapowski" dress. I gave it to her to keep, because she loved it.)

Living in the Meantime Wait and See

Met up with a friend and went to soho.Topman,Chutney Company and a ton of advice.

Dress:Black Henley Tunic/Dress (UrbanOutfitters)
Shorts:Black Lace Trimmed Bycicle Shorts(discount store)
Boots:Vintage Navy Justin Schoolboy Ankle Lace Ups(Ebay)
Bag:Vintage Tan Breifcase(Ebay)
Sunglasses:Large Tortoiseshell Wayfarers(springSt)

White Party

Last fourth of July I went camping with a bunch of friends, this summer we were here and opted for a low key day. It's funny though because every time a big holiday weekend(fourth of july, labor day, memorial day)comes around, I always feel like you have to go away to truly feel like its a holiday weekend. Last year when we were gone, it didn't feel like it was the fourth at all(obviously no fireworks because we don't want to start any forest fires, right smokey)and being home this year, makes it feel right. I guess when it comes down to it, its all about where your used to being that makes it the holiday weekend.
On the fourth, I went to my boyfriends parent's house to have some bbq and to sit by the pool and get tipsy on wine. It was a great and awesome way to spend the day.
At night my boyfriend, myself and some friends went to the west village and wound up at sway. Weird dj(he kept putting music together that didnt really mesh well), but super fun!!! At one point we were walking to Sway and I didn't realize I where I was walking and I walked into a pothole, making me twist my leg. My leg was fine my sandal, not so much. One of the straps that wrap the toe area broke.Luckily we weren't far from a bodega and I could still walk in the sandal.I bought Super Glue and glued back together. I was still able to dance all night,totally saved my night!!!

Jacket:Vintage Dark Wash Denim Jacket(thrifted)
Dress:White Flutter Sleeve Tank Babydoll Dress(forever21)
Slip:Vintage Slip from another dress(ebay)
Socks:Over The Knee Black Opaque (Target)
Sandals:Black Pin-Up Wedge Suede Sandals(Local Boutique)
Bag:Vintage Chain link quilt bag(thrifted)

Take Me Out

Here's a close up of the dress(if it helps to see the dress better)

On Sunday I went for a bike ride with my borfriend. We went to a park, had Italian ices and listened to music. It was wonderful. What a beautiful day!!!!

Dress:Canary yellow floral dress (Charlotte Russe)
Shoes:Vintage Blush Pink Perforated Buckled Sandals(Ebay)
Bag: Vintage Tan Coach Briefcase(Ebay)
Sunglasses: Large Tortoiseshell Wayfarers(Spring St)


Once my professor showed this during his art history class. He was so much cooler than I expected.

EBAY FINDS 14

For the longest time I've been looking for the old version of the Saltwater sandals(the ones with a buckle). I actually mentioned this sometime last year that my sandals from H&M were completely demolished

and I needed to replace them, which I did. A similar T-strap pair from Urban Outfitters.Which now I have no idea where they are.Anyways when I was scouring Ebay one day I came upon these. They were totally and completely meant to be mine.They are perforated with a few flower details and they are in a super light blush pink.

I was mostly intrigued by the dress because when I saw it, I thought what a perfect combination of floral and gingham. It would be the perfect dress to transition from an outdoor festival to a night out.It has a corset tie back and it is white and hunter green with hunter green embroidered flowers on it.

Hey everyone!!! I'm back from my trip and I come baring a contest for all of *you.
Dainty Vintage and Chickdowtown present you with a contest for a pair of Current/Elliot jeans.
The new buzzed and raved about denim company by former stylists now creators Emily Current and Merrit Elliot.We're giving away Current/ Elliot "The Legging in Black". It's the ultimate hybrid of jeans and leggings.Also make sure to check out another line by chickdowtown;Gypsy 05.A super comfortable line that carries retro inspired dresses as well as lounge wear.Check out all the up to minute status',what's new and more give-aways at facebook and at Twitter by chickdowntown.

Here's how to enter in the contest: All you have to do is send me a photo of your daintiest vintage find and include your name. If you don't collect vintage pieces you can send me(please include the photo in the body of the e-mail) anything that you think is the daintiest thing you own.I will choose my favorite piece by July 1st 2009 and you will be the proud owner of an amazing pair of jeans.

Good Luck Everyone!!!


*This contest is only available for residents of the United States.

And I'm not the kind that likes to tell you, Just what you want me to

Remember those trunk bags that were around in the 90's? They even had a strap that latched on. I used to own two. One was leather and had caricature daisies printed on it.(You know, the daisies that their core had a smiley face?) and the other was a gunmetal one. Now that i think back, it was pretty bad ass!!!I'm really on the hunt for one and can't seem to find them. I found one a while ago on ebay, but ended up selling for way more than I cared to shell for this piece of nostalgic accessory.
I found the bag I'm carrying a looong time ago at Beacon's Closet and although it's more 50's than 90's it still has that lunchbox effect.I love how angular it is and how it juxtaposes against something so casual.
I actually put a photo of one of the listings in my inspiration folder.This is the one I just couldn't win.

I went out for a friend's birthday in the Lower East Side. First to Local 138, which is your quintessential starting point and then to mason dixon's for a rowdy good time.

Jacket: Vintage bleached Denim Jacket(Thrifted)
Dress: Vintage Floral Scoop Neck Dress w/ Suspender Back(thrifted)
tights:Black Opaque (H&M)
Shoes: Black Suede Lace Up Booties(Charlotte Ronson)
Bag: Vintage 50's Leather Purse(Beacon's Closet)
Hat: Light Pink Fuzzy Beret(Urban Outfitters


(this is the only video I could find that the quality was good and didn't have embedding restrictions)

Re-deux

A winter staple...

Although i technically did post this dress in April, it was a cold start to spring i suppose. Regardless; this has been a winter staple. I love this dress and I love crushed velvet and more so floral crushed velvet.I wore this to a friend's party.
Dress: Vintage Autumn Floral Crushed Velvet skater dress(ebay)
Tights: Black opaque(H&M)
Shoes: Black Ankle lace ups boots(Shoes for Lovely People, DavidZ)
Bag: Vintage Cream Quilt bag(Thrifted)
Bow: Black Velvet Bow(Ann Belen)
Necklace: Gothic Rosary Necklace(forever21)

Keep the Change, You Filthy Animal

Something about the holidays always makes me think of two things Charlie Brown and Home Alone. My boyfriend and I were watching t.v. one day last week and wound up on the part where McCauly Culkin's character orders a pizza and the pizza boy comes to deliver the pizza and he puts on the movie and the exchange between the pizza boy and the way he plays the movie to fit right in is classic. I love that part.

Anyway my friends and I went to a holiday party a couple of weeks back at some bar on the west side. I felt festive and had just purchased this dress and I thought it was appropriate because of it's shimmer. It totally reminded me of the Erin Fetherston Autumn/ Winter 2008 collection.

Coat: Vintage Tan Faux fur Coat(the fur feels amazing, not like the real faux kind, thrifted)
Sweater: Black cropped sweater(thrifted)
Dress: Olive Twill Shimmer Dress(Target)
Tights: Purple/Burgundy opaque tights(forever21)
Shoes: Brown Suede Platform Wedge Mary Janes(michael Kors, Ebay)
Bag: vintage Cream Quilt bag(thrifted)










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