And even worse when they don't respond...
Edit: and when there's a delay because "there's no post on Sundays"--
Edit: and when there's a delay because "there's no post on Sundays"--
Friday, March 27, 2015
Sunday, March 8, 2015
Tickets to Seoul are now booked! Even though the trip is a few months away, I can't wait to plan outfits and also what amazing fashions and streetstyle I'm going to see there~
Some Polyvore inspiration:
My favorite city: Seoul, South Korea by pictures-mary featuring Music Notes
Tranquillity by christabella-98 featuring flat shoes
SJ experience Korea by lifeisonlyapathfullofefforts featuring glass home decor
A Korean style look #2 by justbeingjuliana featuring a water bottle
Sunday, February 1, 2015
While I was passing through Portland, I grabbed lunch at Elephant Delicatessen and it was super crowded (because it was amazing!). There were a lot of well-dressed people but I was only able to catch really blurry pictures with my phone, sorry!
Something about this woman's outfit was so polished. Even in mostly black, there was a lot of visual interest with the two-toned heels and the large bronze buttons on the back of her coat. And if you look closely... that's a legit Chanel bag.
I thought her Lolita-like Mary Jane heels were so interesting. The warm toned plaid coat and stamped leather satchel brought it down to earth. Her friend with lavender hair and a leather moto jacket looked cool too!
Monday, January 19, 2015
Sunday, January 11, 2015
Friday, November 14, 2014
Monday, November 10, 2014
... That means thrift haul marathons on Youtube. My life is glamorous.
I really like writing on this blog, but there are some things that you just can't convey with words and pictures. So I kind of wanted to start my own Youtube channel. Mainly to show my own thrift hauls, and to maybe find other people who are a little too interested in style like me haha. I don't even have a fancy camera or a cool video editing program. It'd probably be the same 3-4 friends watching each time (although that's not the point anyway).
Bad idea? I don't know. But it might be fun...?
Stay tuned!
I really like writing on this blog, but there are some things that you just can't convey with words and pictures. So I kind of wanted to start my own Youtube channel. Mainly to show my own thrift hauls, and to maybe find other people who are a little too interested in style like me haha. I don't even have a fancy camera or a cool video editing program. It'd probably be the same 3-4 friends watching each time (although that's not the point anyway).
Bad idea? I don't know. But it might be fun...?
Stay tuned!
Saturday, October 25, 2014
My tastes went a little wacky this time around at Value Village.
The weather is cooling down now, and something about Fall makes me want chunky, warm and fuzzy everything. Thick, homey knits always remind me of holidays spent baking and drinking hot chocolate outside in the chilly air.
Last but not least, the most questionable purchase of the day... this Little Red Riding Hood-esque cape.
The weather is cooling down now, and something about Fall makes me want chunky, warm and fuzzy everything. Thick, homey knits always remind me of holidays spent baking and drinking hot chocolate outside in the chilly air.
White Stage sweater - $3.99
I know this looks like a grandma sweater (it probably is) but I just thought it was SO cute. I had gone through all of the usual sections without any luck, then on my way out this caught my eye.
I always see these types of sweaters come back into style every year at trendy stores and sold for a lot more and often with lesser quality yarn. The flowers stand out ever so slightly against the oatmeal background, so give great 3D texture. This one is perfect because it fits like a long tunic/short sweater dress without looking bulky, so I can wear leggings and cute boots with it and still look pulled together.
Rug - $4.99
This is the first home item I've gotten from the thrift store. It was actually brand new, with tags still on, so there was no worry about sunken kitchen stains. It's multicolored with hints of metallic thread woven throughout, giving a lot of visual interest. I desperately need more color in my apartment.
Last but not least, the most questionable purchase of the day... this Little Red Riding Hood-esque cape.
Sweater Bee by Banff Ltd sweater cape - $5.99
First of all, it's bright firetruck red. It falls all the way to the knees. It has fringe. The armholes come out front, making arm positioning a little bit of a conscious process. I thought it was perfect.
In addition to those details, I loved the simple silver buttons and the pointelle knitting in front and back. Plus when I put it on, it just fell over my frame in the loveliest inverted bell-shaped way. It makes me want to go for a stroll in the woods. The best clothing items induce a visceral, emotional reaction.
This is what I consider a "truly thrifted" piece - vintage, an unknown/bygone brand, weird, but quality-made and it somehow works if you're willing to take the risk. (I don't want to go thrifting just for current brands or current looks - then it just feels like a cheaper version of Plato's Closet).
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