I Never Knew That I Could Love So Hard

Before I ever met you
I never knew that I liked to be kissed for days

A quick fun look I wore to a recent local blogger happy hour, BloggersScene. A little Mexican/Frida Kahlo meets modern trends, and a perfect menage of vintage and modern textiles.

vintage skirt via Current Boutique
scuba crop c/o The Girl That Loves
chambray shirt via Zara
necklace c/o Natalie B Jewelry
Nine West shoes via TJ Maxx

Everyone knows I’m right about one thing
You are my only vice

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Hearts on Fire Leave it all Behind You

Thrifted blouse
faux shearling vest from TJ Maxx
H&M jeans
Charlotte Olympia inspired cat wedges via Buffalo Exchange
Linell Ellis handbag (c/o)
Pearl necklace from le boyfrand
Safety pin necklace and midi rings from Nissa Jewelry

This beautiful, gorgeous handbag is the product of internet friendships turned IRL. Linell Ellis, local handbag designer, and I started talking on twitter before I realized she was local and we decided to meet for real. After showing me her latest handbag collection I was in love; everything is made from fine quality leather and metal, the “leopard” is dyed calf hair, and her logo is hand stamped with gold foil. Even just touching one of her masterpieces you can tell the care and thought that went into the design and product. Being able to take home one of these babies was a dream, even just for the weekend! As I eluded on InstaGram, picking which one was the hardest, especially with so many stunning clutches and practical cross body bags.

 

 

 

 

 

What do you think of these bags? Do you like the style I chose!? Be sure to follow Linell Ellis on Twitter and instaGram to stay up to date about this new collection !

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Oh Baby, There’s No Hesitation

I’ve said it before, I will say it again…and again and again. One of my favorite, vain things I love about myself is my versatility. Sure, most days I’ve got my shaved side showing, some days I go a step farther and flip down my septum ring. Then, there are the days I hide my punk facade with dainty gold and pearls. This cardigan was a gift, one I was very apprehensive about, but as soon as I figured out a way to “edge it out” it was hard to take off! I have worn it (on a number of occasions) with this maxi skirt, but have also thrown it over some high waisted black jeans with some combat style boots.

Honora pearl bracelets
Anthropologie cardigan
Vintage/thrifted skirt
Sam Edelman flats via TJ Maxx

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I shine, the city never looked so bright

This is a super fun, pattern playing look that I wore recently to the grand opening of Calypso St Barth’s in Georgetown! I love the fashion forward yet office style feel of the look, and the comfort factor was a major plus. The ensemble was also great for the amazing networking and mingling at the event; shout out to the lovely new ladies I met!

Narciso Rodriguez for Kohl’s trousers
Tank via TJ Maxx
Vintage luggage bag
Zara blazer
Michael Kors watch
ring from Francesca’s Collection
gifted ONecklace initial necklace
thrifted heels via Saver’s

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I can hear you in the overtones

Just an echo of the promise we made
Change the future, we can travel time
Or make us blind so we can never look back

Bar III blouse via Macy’s
Leggings care of PersunMall (get em here!)
Sam Edelman flats via TJ Maxx
Kate Spade earrings
Marc by Marc Jacobs watch
ring from Francesca’s Collection

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She’s The Giggle At A Funeral

The Only Heaven I’ll Be Sent To Is When I’m Alone With You
The weather has been nearing frigid lately, at least compared to two weeks ago when temps were still in the 90s. I keep finding myself in a uniform of a button front shirt layered with a sweater or jacket, or both!
I put together this monochromatic, print playing look for work; casual, cool, with just enough edge to feel like myself. Though I still can’t believe I’ve conquered my fear of clashing prints AND my fear of dressing conservatively. DC has a grip in me, but it’s not TOO tight! jeans from TJMaxx
44caliber shirt from PacSun
H&M sweater, boots, and jacket

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Still Not Too Old To Die Young

Casual rainy Saturday look mixing elements of glittering glam with grunge (oh, how I love a good alliteration). I’ve been so busy with work lately and I needed a chill look. Pics of my event from last night will be up soon featuring some amazing people!
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Velvet Leggings from TJ Maxx
Boyfriend’s Obey plaid shirt
Sequin tank from Old Navy
H&M booties, jacket, and hat
Michael Kors watch

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We Know That Our Hearts Are Just Made Out of Strings

A second post from the whirlwind that has been my settling into life in the DMV! It’s been tedious…It’s been work. I’ve been unpacking, working, traveling, trying my best to explore and socialize, et cetera. What I’m craving most? A nice, relaxing evening involving a chill bean bag (remember those!?) and a movie with a bottle of wine, or a champagne cocktail. Alas, there’s much to be explored as I’m on the hunt for the perfect blog photographer, group of friends, brunch restaurant, lunch spot, dinner diggs, quality man; amongst maintaining my life at my new “home” with friends and new job. Confused/overwhelmed? So am I. These photos were shot by an area photographer, Kevin, who’s work can be found on his site here. He’s got a great eye and some great ideas, so I’m hoping you’ll be seeing more of his work up here!

Top and Skirt from TJ Maxx
H&M booties
Ring c/o Eclectic Eccentricity (buy it here!)
Bracelet from TopShop
Nailpolish: “First Timer” by Essie

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Baby’s Got A Lot of Baggage

it don’t seem to matter

J. Crew sweater
Floral jeans from TJ Maxx
H&M Booties
H&M Holographic purse
Aldo three-finger ring
Satya Jewelry gifted stone necklace
Sunglasses c/o 80sPurple

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Ugly Sweater Season

Welcome to December; the month of holiday parties, ugly sweater clad whether it’s the theme or not. I was asked to model for a poster for an upcoming Ugly Sweater party by the talented Greg Easton, and jumped at the fun opportunity! I borrowed the sweater vest from my mom, and I love her, but she has quite the collection of hideous holiday themed knits. At least they’re fun and keep us jolly and laughing!

H&M shirt

Mom’s sweater vest

Sequin skirt from TJ Maxx

Ellie Second Skin boots from Patricia Fields Boutique

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