Aye Aye Captain

Scalloped hem + nautical inspired = How could not buy these shorts?

It was definitely love at first sight when I happened past them at the Burbank Urban Outfitters. 

All I need is a boat to spend my day on and ride off into the sunset. 

To anyone in California...is it just me or have the last two days been ridiculously hot?

Faconnable top, Urban Outfitters shorts, Louis Vuitton wedges, MET necklace

It's Monday.

A lot of people are starting school this week so I thought an extra dose of inspiration might brighten your day. 

ALSO

Leave my questions for my Q + A post pretty please!

clarice alice young

 images via tumblr

To get to the other side.

This has been a very good week.

I successfully sold some clothes to Buffalo Exchange on my first try (man they are picky!) and was able to buy a pair of loafers! I am in love. I've worn them for three days straight and have no intention of taking them off. To top it off I had an amazing meeting yesterday that's opened me up to a whole new world of opportunities and ideas...I can't wait to see where it goes.
 I got this super awesome app called Golden Hour which tells you the best time to take photos for great lighting. A photographer's (or fashion blogger's) dream! Thanks to Sterling Style for this recommendation.

ALSO

I am going to do my first video post!
I would love to do a Q and A so please leave any questions you can think of in the comments, they can be about anything...fashion, beauty, television, books, personal questions, random ponderings.
You'll finally get to hear my voice, totally exciting I know. ;)
I just wish I had a cute accent. oh well.
ASK AWAY!

 

Urban Outfitters hat, Lauren by RL top, thrifted shorts, Nine West loafers, F21 sunnies

Get in my closet.

Rodarte x Opening Ceremony Fall 2011

I am proud to declare my love and mild obsession over this collection. It strikes a perfect balance between everything I look for in clothes...feminine without being too sweet, dark but elegant, romantic, with nods to some nostalgic era you can't quite pinpoint...you get the picture. 

Here is just a glimpse of the 40 image lookbook which you can view here.

Please excuse me while I go start collecting pennies from the couch cushions to foster my dream of affording this.

images via StyleCaster

My life in shoes.

Chelsea / Rumble / Elegant Velvet / Brad St. / Bach / Petty / Oxford Wedge / Jay / Rumble Fab

This basically sums up my dream fall shoe wardrobe. 

Don't forget to visit Bloggers Wardrobe! Every click is a vote. :)

One of the boys. [Bloggers Wardrobe Entry!]

I'm so excited to have the opportunity to apply for Bloggers Wardrobe! 

My entry consists of two parts. First off, I'd like to state why I feel I deserve a spot in this brilliant program. 

 I am a character and Style Phenomenon is meant to inspire a world where no one is afraid to let their character show. Plainly speaking, Bloggers Wardrobe is a fascinating concept that I am dying to be a part of!

Now you can help me out!

If you think I deserve a spot click below to cast your vote!

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A few days ago my mom brought home a book from the craft store all about re-purposing clothing in new ways. Most of the projects required semi-advanced sewing skills and time, two things I'm lacking, but when I saw a project that I could start and finish almost instantly I knew I had to try it. 

This skirt is SUPER easy and I am in love with the results. 

Step one - Button mens shirt around your waist, using the collar like a waistband.

Step 2 - Pull the sleeves to the front and tie. 

Voila! 

You now have a Vivienne Westwood-esque skirt!

These skirts are pretty easy to come by, especially if you have a dad or brother to borrow from or you can find them in a million styles and colors at your local thrift. 

Urban Outfitters Hat, Victoria's Secret Tank, Dad's shirt as skirt, F21 heels

Katy? Is that you?

I am happy to say this morning I have been pleasantly surprised. 

I was image searching Katy Perry's style as inspiration for what to wear to her concert tonight (yes I shamelessly dress up in costume for concerts), and a decent number of photos showed her wearing stuff like this...

 However,

Who knew how well she dressed in everyday life? 

images via google image search.

New York, New York

I'm back from my trip to the city and it was so absolutely wonderful.

 My experience dancing at Radio City Music hall was fantastic and opened my eyes to so many new things...plus I made a lot of amazing friends! 

Around the dancing I was able to fit in a mini vacation. Being my second time in the city I was able to forgo some of the more touristy plans and explore less crowded places. It was a dream come true.  There are so many hidden gems left to be uncovered, all the more reason to visit the city over and over and over.

So here is a little guide of all my favorite places to visit, shop, and eat so far.

SHOP

-Henri Bendel - I must say, Bendels is a personal favorite of mine. I may not be able to afford 80% of the stuff sold there (yet), but I love the way the store feels. It's like a fashion wonderland. Also a great place for buying gifts for friends, the luggage tags and friendship bracelets are adorable.

-Opening Ceremony - love love love. Spent 15 minutes explaining my love of the PS1 because they had a million on display in every color. 

-Aritzia - This place is so lovely. It's a Canadian based store and this location is their American flagship as far as I know. It's huge and beautiful and they were having an amazing sale, I couldn't help falling in love. Expect super soft tops and sweaters from brands like Wilfred and TnA, a various mix of nice jeans, as well as statement pieces like layered lace skirts and leather jackets. I'm praying for an LA location ASAP.

-Urban Outfitters on 5th - It's huge and I love UO so it's a win win. 

-Forever 21 on 5th - I never did get to venture to the behemoth that is the Times Square location, however this one is perfectly huge with 6 floors and has much smaller crowds. There is also a dressing room on every floor which can help combat their silly 6 items a pop rule.

 EAT

-Sarabeths - Yummy breakfast right by Central Park

-Popbar - To die for gelato. On a stick. Dipped in chocolate.

-Habana Outpost - Worth the trip to Brooklyn just to eat outside on the colorful patio. The food is amazingly good (get the corn!). There is also a Soho locale.

-Fuzia -Awesome sushi.

-Rue 57 - On the fancier side, amazing sandwiches.

-Bryant Park Grill - Also on the fancier side and so pretty, the park is gorgeous around dinner time with all the lights in the trees.

-Dojo -Chopstick salad. Enough said.

VISIT

-The Met - I could spend days here.

-Central Park - So pretty and best of all its free.

-Radio City Music Hall -I definitely think it is worth your while to see a show or take a tour here. It is so full of history and so beautiful.

-Broadway - See a show! I saw How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying and it was phenomenal. Glee fans should know Darren Criss will be playing the lead for the month of January.

-Evolution - This place is technically a store but it feels more like a quirky museum. Lots of taxidermy and skeletons and rocks and crystals and strange stuff. Not exactly for the faint of heart but I found it fascinating.

Thank you for the recommendations regarding my previous post. New York is one of those places you can visit a million time or even live there and never run out of new things to see and do.