Wardrobery: 10/24/08 - 10/30/08

Happy Halloween!!! May this day bless you with ridiculous costumes, spooky movies, and lots and lots of candy. Fiance Kaboom and myself had a pretty crazy time last weekend, which sadly has left me kinda sick this week. So I think I am going to be keeping this weekend rather low key - but you can be darn sure I'll be in my costume Saturday, and have pics posted up for your viewing pleasure come Monday! What is it? I'll give you a hint - it ROCKS.


Friday, 10/24:Dress: eBay, Necklace: Hiroshima, Japan, Boots: Thrifted, Watch: Bulova

Just when I all but give up on eBay, they pull me back in. I snatched up this AMAZING dress for a song last week. Even better, it arrived in time for me to wear out to my soon-to-be-sister-in-laws's birthday extravaganza Friday night. Not only is it fantastic, but it is so comfy to wear - it feels like I am in my pajamas. I love how it has that vaguely kimono-look, and the cranes on it just give me unending delight. A wonderful new addition to the wardrobe.

With the economic turbulance going on, I think I am not alone in curbing my spending. I find myself returning to eBay and Etsy for the things I need these days, rather than shelling out the big ones in actual stores. And sample sales are right out until the market improves - sorry Vivianne Tam *sniffle*...


Wednesday, 10/29:Tank: Target, Shirt: Thrifted, Skirt: NY Wholesale Shop, Moccasins: Minnetonka, Necklaces: Etsy, Watch: Bulova

Another dependably cheap source of shopping are the NYC street vendors and wholesale shops. Consistently you can find wonderful accessories and garments from them that would cost you three times as much at a regular store. The skirt above is one of those wonderful wear-30-ways wrap skirts - and thanks to a wholesaler not too far from my job, I am amassing a nice little collection of them (this is my second). These are great all year round: in the winter as a maxi-skirt, and during the summer as beach wraps and strapless dresses.


Thursday, 10/30:Sweater: Thrifted, Shorts: Charlotte Russe, Leggings: American Apparel, Moccasins: Minnetonka, Earrings: Lord & Taylor

Since I have been a little under the weather this week, I find myself donning outfits that are comfortable and warm, and this is the perfect example of one such. I love this big, chunky sweater that I picked up at a Goodwill last year - it's hard to see in the photo, but it is flecked with blues and pinks as well. Me and my sister went to the Banksy exhibit last night, so I was pretty glad to be well covered, as it has been freezing in NYC lately. For anyone in NYC, I highly, HIGHLY recommend catching Banksy's Pet Shop exhibit currently installed in the Village - but hurray, tonight is the final night!!

Fiance Kaboom and I were planning on going to a friend's costume party tonight, but between his schoolwork and my slight illness, we're settling for a quiet night in instead. I plan to pack boxes, watch scary movies, and make myself rather ill on candy. Can't really ask for much more...

Hope everyone has a great Halloween!! If you have any pics of your costume, leave them in the comments section, and I'll feature them next week!

Wardrobery: 10/17-10/23

Saturday, 10/18:Earrings: Jami Rodriquez, Top: Thrifted Dolce & Gabbana (!!!), Jacket: Thrifted, Jeans: Joyce Leslie, Boots: Jeffrey Campbell, Bracelet: Jami Rodriquez, Watch: Bulova

This is what I wore to the engagement party we had in Astoria this weekend. In hindsight, it was a little pointless for me to get all prettified, as I spent the entire night ensconced in my new, enormously puffy Miss Sixty coat that I grabbed at a sample sale the previous night. And boy, I didn't buy that sucker a moment too soon - it was a chilly evening, in deed, but nothing that a little booze and goulash didn't fix.


Monday, 10/20:Dress: e.a.p., Hiroshima, Tunic: Thrifted, Leggings: American Apparel, Half-Socks: Japan, Shoes: Shoegasm, Belt: Charlotte Russe, Necklace: Erica Weiner, Watch: Bulova

I am still in a swoon over how many people came out to celebrate in the cold with us. To all of you who did, you are amazingly awesome people, and it meant the world to us! Also, I think there is no limit to the amount of perogies I can eat. Man, the only problem with going to the Beer Garden is how badly I crave their perogies for the next month.


Tuesday, 10/21:Top: Thrifted J.Crew, Slacks: John Varvatos for Converse, Boots: Thrifted, Watch: Bulova

Work has been utterly crazy this week - it's all a little hard to explain. It's definitely affected my posting, as this absurdly late wardrobe post should demonstrate. My boss and mentor is leaving the company to pursue his freelance career, and I wish him all the luck in the world, though I am going to miss him terribly. I am so bummed about it that I am having a hard time being happy about the fact that I am being promoted to an art director, but I guess that's the way things are in life - sometimes the thing you desire doesn't come in garb you admire.


Thursday, 10/23:Tunic: eBay, Jeans: Levis Red, Boots: Thrifted, Watch: Bulova

Still, you gotta keep doing your best, right? In the words of the immortal Kurt Vonnegut, "So it goes..." I am going to try to concentrate on the very good things happening in my life, such as the fact that Fiance Kaboom! and I are going to rent a house! That's right. A HOUSE. With FLOORS. And a BACKYARD. I have yearned to live in a house of my own ever since I moved out of my parents' house and renting these shoe boxes they call apartments. It's also going to be so wonderful to have so much space, as our current apartment and the "Shoe Mountain" were definitely beginning to enter the realm of "natural disaster."


Friday, 10/17:Top: Gap, Cardigan: Victoria's Secret, Jeans: Siwy, Shoes: Toyama, Japan, Bracelet: Jami Rodriguez, Watch: Bulova

Speaking of PANTS ;), can you tell I love love love my new Siwy jeans? I have worn them TWICE in the last week. The color, the fit, the comfort: I simply cannot get enough of them. Even if I look like I just arrived from 1984.


Friday, 10/17:Shirt: Joyce Leslie, Sweater: Thrifted, Jeans: Siwy, Shoes: NYC Wholesale shop, Cuff: James the Leatherman, Watch: Bulova

This week has made me understand why the Chinese consider the line "May you live in interesting times" a curse. Let's hope for some less interesting, and more marvelous in the days ahead.

Wardrobery: 10/10/08 - 10/16/08

Friday, 10/10:Necklace: made by mom <3, Long Necklace: Gift,Dress: Nostalgia on Etsy , Over the Knee Socks: Japan?, Boots: Miss Sixty

O hi! Have we met? I am a slug.


Friday, 10/10:Necklace: made by mom <3, Long Necklace: Gift,Dress: Nostalgia on Etsy , Over the Knee Socks: Japan?, Boots: Miss Sixty, Cardigan: Victoria's Secret

There was time, about a month ago, when I was not a slug. I would go to yoga, and run on Sundays. I was full of energy, and joie de vive.

But now, I am a slug. A wobbly, lazy slug.

It started innocently enough - a bad week, a late day of work, a missed class. But now we are here, and I have not run or done a downward dog in nigh 30 days. I look at my belly conspiratorially, demand to know what it has done with the sleek muscles that were visible just a few weeks ago. It glares back at me, and rumbles "Hey, YOU are the one that decided chocolate peanut butter ice cream is a suitable daily breakfast treat."

What can I say? I like ice cream.



Tuesday, 10/14:Hat: Kyoto, Japan, Top: H&M, Slacks: Orphan, Necklace: mking43 on Etsy, Cuff: James the Leather Man, Watch: Bulova, Shoes: Joyce Leslie, Socks: Hanes

But this will not do! I have no energy, and all I want to do is snuggle up next to Fiance Kaboom! and watch "Heros" (I am still on the first season, do not ruin it!). So starting now, I am launching the official "Get Back in Shape You Miserable Pudge-Nut" initiative. It will be a rigorous program of getting myself back on track with a vengeance.

I just need to finish that carton of ice cream, so it stops taunting me.


Tuesday, 10/14:Hat: Kyoto, Japan, Top: H&M, Slacks: Orphan, Necklace: mking43 on Etsy, Cuff: James the Leather Man, Watch: Bulova, Shoes: Joyce Leslie, Socks: Hanes

Last night, myself, my sister, and Fiance Kaboom! piled into his car after work, and headed to look at another potential wedding place, at the insistence of my mother. We spent 30 minutes winding around the spindly streets of northern Jersey, to the P----- (names will be omitted, to protect the out-of-date). We arrived in 1974. 1974 was covered in wood paneling, stained glass, marble and ornate woodwork. 1974 smelled like old mothballs. 1974 had ice sculptures, and no natural light. A porn movie could possibly be shot iin 1974, or perhaps a shoddy remake of "The Godfather." I smiled, spoke pleasantly with the host, and spent the tour shooting Fiance Kaboom and and my sister "O HELLS NO" looks from the corner of my eye.


Wednesday, 10/15:Shirt: Gadzooks (defunct)
Tunic: Boutique in Philly, Skirt: H&M, Socks: Joyce Leslie, Boots: Pink Studio, Necklace: Bakers, Headband: Drugstore, Cuff: James the Leather Man, Watch: Bulova

Then my parents showed up, and we gorged ourselves on one of the awesomest, most inexpensive and delicious buffets I have ever eaten. I sure as heck won't get married there, but darn, that was some great food. My father ate his way through half the coconut shrimp in the universe, while I made it my mission to eat as many oysters as I could muster.

So the castle is still at the top of the list, though my sister thinks we should keep looking, if only as an excuse to eat more food.


Wednesday, 10/15:Shirt: Gadzooks (defunct)
Tunic: Boutique in Philly, Skirt: H&M, Socks: Joyce Leslie, Boots: Pink Studio, Necklace: Bakers, Headband: Drugstore, Cuff: James the Leather Man, Watch: Bulova, Cropped Jacket: Joyce Leslie

This weekend we are having a little engagement shindig at my favorite beer hall in Astoria. The beer hall is one of my favorite places in New York: a huge, open-air venue, filled with delicious beer, amazing food, and occasional polka. I am in a bit of shock the sheer amount of friends who are coming out to celebrate with us - should be one heck of a night!


Thursday, 10/16:Top: Harajuku, Japan, Skirt: Buffalo Exchange, Leggings: Victoria's Secret, Shoes: Shoegasm, Necklace: Street Vendor, Watch: Bulova, Bangle: sparklinglotusdesign on Etsy

My cat, Haiku, is utterly adorable. He's realized where I stand in the mornings to take my photos. Now, he sits himself up there, and watches me work it, whilst begging for affections. It is rather crippling in its cuteness. He even ingratiated himself into this shot. Little scamp.


Thursday, 10/16:Top: Harajuku, Japan, Skirt: Buffalo Exchange, Leggings: Victoria's Secret, Shoes: Shoegasm, Necklace: Street Vendor, Watch: Bulova, Bangle: sparklinglotusdesign on Etsy

What are you up to this weekend?

Week in Wardrobe: 10/03 - 10/09

Friday, 10/03:Top: Forever 21, Jeans: Express, Jacket: Joyce Leslie, Necklace: Ragtrader on Etsy, Watch: Bulova, Shoes: Shoegasm

Well, it's begun: we have started looking for a place to host the wedding. This past weekend, my mom, sister and Fiance Kaboom piled into a car, and headed out to visit the first place on the potential list: and I think we found a winner! Me and FK totally love it - and though I am not gonna go into detail yet, I will give you one fact: it's a CASTLE. A freaking CASTLE. How does anything compete with that?


Monday, 10/6:Cami: H&M, Sweater: Joyce Leslie, Skirt: Jonathan Saunders for Target, Knit Tights: Sockdreams.com, Moccassins: Minnetonka, Earrings: Jami Rodriguez

Still, my mom is insisting we go take a look at another place not too far from us, but honestly, I think we've found the place. And really, my goal is to have the most stress-free wedding ever invented. If we pick the first place we look at, I consider ourselves incredibly lucky. So we'll see.

On the way home, we stopped at Peddler's Village, which is this great little artists' community not too far from where we looked. We found this amazing leather shop, that was selling all sorts of leather goods at basement prices. Me and Linda both got ourselves some moccasin boots, and I also got myself a $10 leather belt, and this sweet, cheap little black fedora. It is my new favorite accessory, and have been wearing it everywhere.


Tuesday, 10/7:Top: Thrifted, Scarf as Belt: Thrifted, Cardigan: Love Yaya, Dress worn as skirt: Joyce Leslie, Cuff: James the Leather Man, Watch: Bulova, Necklace: Handmade Wooden Pendant from Kyoto, Japan, Boots: Minnetonka from Leather Shop in PA

I also had some online purchases come in this week, that I am head-over-heels for. These Siwy Jeans are going to be my new BFF. The dying process has rendered them almost completely white, creating this pebbly, divine "cloud" effect in the denim. I am a total klutz, and as a general rule I do not wear white pants, but for these beauts I will make a grudging exception.


Wednesday, 10/8:Hat: Leather Shop in Pennsylvania
Shirt: Boutique in Harajuku, Japan, Cardigan: Thrifted, Jeans: Siwy (New!), Boots: eBay, Watch: Bulova, Necklace: Hiroshima Jewelry Store, Japan

I also got this brilliant wolf tee from the etsy vendor, 1Aeon. I have been admiring 1Aeon's apparel for well over a year now, so I am pretty stoked to finally own one for myself. I am a little worried the shirt is too big though - I like my tops loose, but sometimes I worry I end up looking like a bag-lady.


Thursday, 10/9:Top: 1Aeon on Etsy, Skirt: Gift from Mom, Belt: Leather Shop in Pennsylvania, Boots: Seychelles, Watch: Bulova, Cuff: James the Leather Man, Necklace: Ragtrader on Etsy

This is the first weekend in as long as I can remember that I have no plans. I am completely ecstatic. If you need me, I will be in my pajamas, puttering and eating Oreos. And it will be DIVINE.


Thursday, 10/9:Top: 1Aeon on Etsy, Skirt: Gift from Mom, Belt: Leather Shop in Pennsylvania, Boots: Seychelles, Watch: Bulova, Cuff: James the Leather Man. Necklace: Ragtrader on Etsy, Cardigan: Love Yaya, Scarf: Street vendor, Arm Warmers: shop in Himi, Japan

Week in Wardrobe: 9/27 - 10/1

Saturday, 9/27:Dress: thrifted, cardigan: thrifted, Boots: eBay, Ribbon: Joyce Leslie

This entire week has left me devoid of words. So, please enjoy the outfits, and my sincere promise to be more prolific next week.


Monday, 9/29:Top: Thrifted, Pants: Orphan, Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell, Necklace: Street Vendor, Cuff: James the Leatherman, Watch: Bulova


I think my hair alone might create a worm hole to 1984 - Beware...


Monday, 9/29:Top: Thrifted, Pants: Orphan, Cardigan: Gap, Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell, Necklace: Street Vendor, Cuff: James the Leatherman, Watch: Bulova


Tuesday, 9/30:Tank: H&M, Top: H&M, Cardigan: NY Boutique, Slacks: H&M, Shoes: Target, Necklace: Bakers


Wednesday, 10/01:Top: H&M, Skirt: Thrifted Isaac Mizrahi for Target, Belt: Thrifted, Shoes: Poetic License, Watch: Poetic License, Necklace: Shop in Hiroshima


Wednesday, 10/01:Top: H&M, Skirt: Thrifted Isaac Mizrahi for Target, Belt: Thrifted, Shoes: Poetic License, Watch: Poetic License, Necklace: Shop in Hiroshima

The Next Best Thing

There's nothing more troublesome than not being able to get your hands on something you desperately covet. But rather than hanging my head and dwelling in self-pity, I try to make the best out of the situation: mainly, by finding a good alternative to the things I desire.

The most recent case of this has been 2 particular pair of shoes. The Dries Van Noten patent wedges from 2007, and Gucci's AW08 babouska shoes.


Photo snatched from Nubby Twiglet

The Dries Van Noten wedges are beings of absolutely weird, gorgeous construction. I love how they make the foot look similar to a hoof, how all parts of the shoe just meld into each other to make this strong, solid shape. Integrating the oxofrd lace-up style I have come to love, they also look like a foot support dream. However, as much as I love this shoe, it is a star crossed infatuation, as these shoes have proven completely impossible to find. I have searched around enough to say with authority that there are no more of these shoes left in existence (unless you are Nubby, who I have learned on good authority has been selling her soul in shares to score 2 pairs of these).



The other shoe, the Gucci, is much easier to find, but just totally out of my price range. I absolutely adored Gucci's AW08 collection, with the bohemian-military-pirate look, but the babouska shoe was the particular piece that just completely stole my heart. I love how they resemble ornamental old-world bells or trinkets, but also have that tough, punk edge to them as well.

Suffice to say, I have been keeping my eyes peeled for suitable alternatives to both shoes, and I am pleased to report that I have struck pay dirt. Behold, my next-best-things:





The top shoe is made by Poetic License. I spied these in a shop in the city, and nearly flipped. Ok, they don't completely resemble the Dries, but the molded heel construction is similar enough that I am satisfied, as that is the part of the shoe I truly love. And there are so many things about this shoe that I adore in its own right. The color is a sumptuous, glossy, burgundy-red, with a popping red suede stripe running along the side. They close up with a velcro strap across the top, and are by far the cutest, weirdest mary janes I have ever seen. They are also impossibly comfy to wear.



The Jeffrey Campbell shoes I have taken to calling the "I Can't Believe It's not Gucci." I have been a huge fan of Campbell's shoes for some time, and own several pairs - as a brand, I have come to rely on them as well built, affordable shoes, with fantastic variety of styles. These shoes not only look fantastic, but they are the most comfortable heels I have ever worn. I attribute this to the fact that the shoe itself is constructed much like a sling, and the leather is supple enough that it gives just enough that the entire thing molds to your foot. I cannot generally wear very tall shoes, and I love how these look tall, but due to their platform are actually quite reasonable to walk around in.



I am utterly in love with these shoes, and will be wearing them alot this season. Here are two of the first outfits I whipped together to wear them with...


Thursday, 9/18:Sweater: Thrifted, Shorts: Charlotte Russe, Socks: $1 Store, Shoes: Poetic License, Watch: Bulova


Wednesday, 9/24:Dress: Vintage Shop in Harajuku, Cardigan: Etsy, Belt: Thrifted, Tights: Sockdreams, Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell, Necklace: Gift

Now, if you'll excuse me, I'll be subsisting on Saltines, as I have blown my budget through the roof...but it was worth it!

Week in Wardrobe: 9/19 - 9/25

Friday, 9/19:Top: Joyce Leslie, Tank: Thrifted Necessary Objects, Jeans: Levi's Red, Shoes: Shoegasm, Necklace: Smart Glass Necklace by Kathleen Plate, Watch: Bulova

OW. It's pouring in and around New York, and on my way to work this morning, I slipped on the wet escalator in the PATH station, and completely spilled out all over the steps. About 8 people ran over to make sure I was ok, which was nice. The cops were really angry that the PATH had left the escalator on in weather like this. Now I feel generally crummy, and my back feels rather bruised. Aw shucks, I am such an accident magnet...


Monday, 9/22:Shirt: Thrifted J.Crew, Tie: Thrifted, Shorts: Thrifted, Tights: Sockdreams, Boots: Sigerson Morrison for Target, Watch: Bulova

Today, is crummy and wet, and I am lounging in my favorite t-shirt and a pair of jeans, longing for better weather that does not require galoshes and waterproofing. My plans for camping this weekend have been utterly crushed by this terrible weather. Fortunately, the alternative of hanging around inside and allowing the world to flood as I putter about and watch "Heros" does not sound half bad. Still, I am keeping my fingers crossed for a climate miracle. At least I can gaze upon the outfits I got to wear this week for inspiration.


Tuesday, 9/23:Top: Gap, Blazer: Thrifted, Jeans: Thrifted, Boots: Miss Sixty

Last week, I was INCREDIBLY naughty, and went on a bit of a shoe-buying binge (because, you know, the thing I desperately need more of is SHOES *eye-roll*). I have effectively blown my budget until November (eek!), but I regret nothing, as I am totally in love with the kicks I scored: a pair of amazing wedges and Gucci knock-offs. I will be showing them off in all their glory for you come Monday.


Thursday, 9/25:Shirt: Rainbow, Cardigan: Gap, Long Cardigan: Yaya Aflalo, Trousers: H&M, Belt: Charlotte Russe, Socks: Thrifted, Boots: Ebay, Watch Bulova

I am tired and grumpy, and I am blaming the weather. I will now go get some tea, and hope it's rejuvenative powers can get me out of this funk. O, to be sleeping...

Week in Wardrobe: 9/12 - 9/17

Friday, 9/12:Sweater: Thrifted, Vest: Thrifted, Skirt: Gap, Shoes: Target, Watch: Bulova

Well, it finally happened - I am dressing for fall. I have to say, it's been pretty great. The weather in New York has been wonderful - full of cool breezes and a slight, refreshing chill in the air on gray and yellow mornings. I have been having a world of fun rummaging through my closet, digging out all my favorite sweaters and tights and cozy things.


Saturday, 9/14:Top: Victoria's Secret, Shorts: H&M, Shoes: Wholesale shop in NYC, Belt: Thrifted, Scarf: Joyce Leslie, Watch: Bulova

On Saturday, I hopped over to Gala and Nubby's Birthday Party in Central Park, and enjoyed cupcakes, warm weather, and wonderful conversation with awesome girls. It was quite a warm day, so I stuck to shorts and high hair. Fiance Kaboom! said I looked like a Bond villain, which simply delighted me. It's always a pleasure to meet with fellow writers and artists whose work I respect. Of course, I am a complete dunderhead, and was so wrapped up in enjoying myself and didn't take too many pics. Still, I'll be posting some shortly. Between Fashion Week and all the trimmings, I am still up to my ears in reviews and articles to entertain you with, my fine readers.


Monday, 9/15:Dress: Boutique in Harajuku, Vest: Thrifted, Necklace: Street Vendor, Cuff: James the Leather man, Watch: Bulova, Shoes: Calvin Klein, Bag: Micheal Kors

On the way back from the party, I took a detour over to Target's Bullseye Bodega. I had some slight reservations about going, as I had heard mixed reviews about the goods and the crowds, but I guess I got lucky, as when I went their really weren't too many visitor's, and still some pretty rad stuff available.


Tuesday, 9/16:Cardigan: Love Yaya, Tunic: Zara (Buffalo Exchange), Pants: Converse for Target, Shoes: Sigerson Morrison for Target, Watch: Bulova

I ended up getting three things: a Jonathan Saunders skirt decked out in his signature colorful splatters, a pair of tuxedo trousers made by Converse, and super cute suede Sigerson Morrison booties (I am wearing the trousers and booties in the pick above). I wore the shoes on Tuesday, and was shocked by how comfortable they were for heels - it felt like I was running about in sneakers all day. Definitely going to wear these out.


Wednesday, 9/17:Cardigan: Love Yaya, Shirt: Thrifted J.Crew, Cami: J.Crew, Skirt: Thrifted, Boots: Thrifted, Necklace: Erica Weiner, Belt: Vintage Shop in Harajuku

The cool weather has also allowed me to finally start wearing the AMAZING long cardigan I snatched up at the Yaya Aflalo sample sale I went to a month or so ago (worn above). I can't tell you how much I love this thing: I is incredibly cozy and comfy, and I felt very lucky to have it when everyone started complaining the office was getting chilly (my office may as well have no walls, it is so affected by the weather). I am a bit of a dwarf height-wise - so it's nice that the cardigan is long, but doesn't look overwhelming. I am going to be wearing this ALOT this season!

Also, this Wednesday I went to the Green Gallery Eco Press Showcase, which spotlighted designers who create fashion from environmentally sustainable materials. I was really blown away by much of the stuff there, and the inventiveness and talent of the designers to create remarkable things from bamboo, tires, old billboards and beer bottles, just to name a few.

As I said before, I have looooads of interesting posts coming up about fashion shows, events, and amazing designers, so stick around, it should be pretty interesting around here!

Week in Wardrobe: NYC FASHION WEEK!

It was the best of times, it was the...best of times!! Holy smokes, what a week. The outfits, the models, the smoozing..it lived up to everything I imagined it would be.

The most asked question I got from friends and acquaintances was, "What are you wearing?" Good question! If there is ever a reason to get dressed up, Fashion Week is certainly the reason. It was actually a very fun seeing what I could come up with, especially since you want to coordinate your outfit with the show.

Over the next week, I will be posting extensively about all the shows I went to, the people I met, my reviews and favorites. But for now, here is a sneak peek at what I wore to the shows!


Friday, 09/05

Friday, 09/05: Rubin Singer
Dress: Gift
Cardigan: Thrifted
Boots: Miss Sixty
Bag: Micheal Korrs
Necklace: Buddhist Prayer Beads
Watch: Bulova


Sunday, 09/07

Sunday, 09/07: HOUSE OF CASETTE
Top: Velvet skirt from Ross
Leggings: American Apparel
White Lace Skirt: Made by my mom
Shoes: Miss Sixty
Bangle: Etsy
Erica Weiner Necklace & Necklace made my my mom


Monday, 09/08

Monday, 09/08: GOTTEX
Dress: Gap
Ribbon: Joyce Leslie
Boots: eBay
Watch: Bulova


Tuesday, 09/09

Tuesday, 09/09: DUCETTE DUVAL
Dress: Diane Von Furstenberg
Leggings: American Apparel
Socks: Target
Belt: Thrifted
Shoes: Joyce Leslie
Watch: Bulova
Necklace: Accumulated Charms


Thursday, 09/11

Thursday, 09/11: NOLCHA
Blouse: Thrifted
Jacket: Thriftes Yves Saint Laurent
Shorts: Thrifted
Tights: Sock Dreams
Shoes: Payless

Week in Wardrobe: 8/28 - 9/4

Friday, 8/28:Top: Etsy Headquarters, Hoodie: Joyce Leslie?, Skirt: Yaya Aflalo, Short Necklace: Erica Weiner, Long Necklace: Navajo Dreamcatcher, Boots: Thrifted, Cuff: James the Leatherman, Watch: Bulova

I finally got to wear the amazing skirt I picked up at the Yaya Aflalo sample sale last week. I am utterly in love with the thing, and pics don't do it nearly enough justice. The fabric is sheer and diaphanous, and moves like a breeze when I walk. And the colors pop like crazy - some might consider it bordering on garish, but I can't get enough of it.

Yesterday I picked up my press credentials for Fashion Week! Tomorrow I will be attending my first runway show: Rubin Singer SS09 collection. Is it bad I still have no idea what I am going to wear? Woops! Anyway, full report coming, of course. It should be a pretty interesting week in these parts.


Tuesday, 9/2:Top: Gap, Skirt: Chaus, thrifted, Sandals: thrifted, Cuff: James the Leatherman, Watch: Bulova

Other fun things of note this week include: watching tennis in Madison Park (and eating at the Shake Shack...Mmmmmm), manicure/pedicures with the ladies, finally reading "Twilight" (it lives up to the hype - get on it NOW people!), going to yoga after a 3 week hiatus (this weekend the word will be "SORE"), finally having a somewhat clean apartment (much thanks to Fiance Kaboom for his vacuuming magic).

I'd also like to send out a very special welcome back to Gala, who has returned to New York. The city shines a little brighter when she's in it ;)


Thursday, 9/4:Dress: H&M, Skirt: Gap, Vest: John Varvatos for Converse, Sandals: Gap, Necklace: Navajo Dreamcatcher, Watch: Bulova

Some weeks just leave me feeling very lucky for all the wonderful things and people in my life. Between work, friends and Fiance Kaboom, a girl couldn't ask for more.

Week in Wardrobe: 8/22-8/28

Nutty little week on this front: some big projects in the works both at work and outside of it. Hopefully I'll be able to discuss both soon.

In the meantime, I am busting out some of my favorite pieces, for that one last wear before the chilly climate comes around the corner. O summer, how shall I miss thee! Fortunately, I have some nice little gems that I am eager to wear, so it's not all bad.

I went to two fantastic sample sales this week: John Varvatos and Yaya Aflalo. I snagged some amazing pieces at both, which I will be featuring hopefully sometime next week. However, this week you get a sneak peek at the amazing sequined John Varvatos vest I snagged - I think I am going to start living in the thing. More sequins please!!!


Left to Right: Fri,8/22, Monday,8/25

Friday, 8/22
Dress: Gap
Vest: Target
Skirt: Gift
Sandals: Shop in Harajuku
Bag: Micheal kors
Necklace: Erica Weiner
Watch: Bulova
Cuff: James the Leather Man
Ring: Ethnics, Philadelphia

Monday, 8/25
Top: Joyce Leslie
Vest: John Varvatos
Jeans: Lee
Boots: Payless
Necklaces: Handcarved from Kyoto, old Greek evil eye charm
Watch: Bulova
Bag: Micheal Kors
Ring: Ethnics, Philadelphia


Left to Right: Tues.,8/26, Wed.,8/27

Tuesday,8/26
Tunic: Boutique in NY
Vest: thrifted
Skirt: Gadzooks (defunct)
Boots: thrifted in Colorado
Necklace: Erica Weiner
Watch: Bulova
Cuff: James the Leather Man
Bag: Micheal Kors
Ring: Ethnics, Philadelphia

Wednesday,8/27
Tank: Target
Dress: thrifted
Belt: vintage shop in Harajuku
Boots: Bakers
Necklace: Hiroshima, Japan
Watch: Bulova
Cuff: James the Leather Man
Ring: Ethnics, Philadelphia


Thurs.,8/28

Tank: thrifted
Vest: thrifted
Shorts: H&M
Tights: Target
Boots: Jeffrey Campbell
Sweater: thrifted
Necklace: Hiroshima, Japan
Watch: Bulova
Cuff: James the Leather Man
Ring: Ethnics, Philadelphia

Week in Wardrobe: 8/15 - 8/20

What a week! My birthday was yesterday - but I feel like the entire week has been a celebration. This past weekend, my sister and I had a joint birthday/homecoming party in South Jersey that was UNBELIEVABLE. I can't believe how many friends and family came out - it was such a wonderful day. Yesterday I was treated to a cake at work, and enjoyed yummy cupcakes at my bookclub. If that wasn't enough, tonight Boyfriend Kaboom! and I are headed down to the Delaware shore with some friends, for a relaxing weekend on the beach. Talk about an excellent week!

I also received some amazing new treats for my birthday, which I will showing in detail soon. But you do get a peek at the amazing gift I treated myself to - a stunning Micheal Kors handbag!! I am utterly in love with the thing, and will give a full report soon.

I also squeezed in an appointment with my amazing hairdresser this weekend - these two pictures show the before and after state of my hair. I desperately needed that cut!


Left to Right: Friday,8/15, Monday,8/18

Friday, 8/15
Top: Buffalo Exchange
Jumper: Delia's
Leggings: Target
Shoes: Payless
Necklace: Tokyo
Watch: Bulova
Ring: Ethnics, Philadelphia

Monday, 8/18
Top: Zara
Shorts: Target
Sandals: The Gap
Necklace: ragtrader on Etsy
Bag: Micheal Korrs
Watch: Bulova


Left to Right: Wednesday,8/20, Wednesday (With Coat)

Wednesday,8/20
Jacket: Joyce Leslie
Top: Mango
Vest: Thrifted
Skirt: Calvin Klein
Shoes: Aerpostale
Bag: Micheal Korrs
Necklace: Navajo Dream Catcher
Watch: Bulova

Week in Wardrobe: 8/11 - 8/14

Due to a burn on my foot (long story - will explain later) - I have had to be very careful with the kind of footwear I have worn this week. Lots of closed shoes. My yoga teacher's eyes bugged out of his head when I showed up last night bandaged and ready to bend!


Left to Right: Mon,8/11, Tuesday,8/12

Monday, 8/11
Top: Mango
Dress: Joyce Leslie
Boots: Ebay
Necklace: ragtrader on Etsy
Bracelets: wooden skulls (tat convention), hello kitty (made by mom)
Watch: Bulova

Tuesday, 8/12
Dress: Thrifted
Jacket: Thrifted
Boots: Thrifted
Watch: Bulova
Earrings: Lord & Taylor
Necklace: Accumulated charms & hand-me-downs


Left to Right: Wednesday,8/13, Thursday,8/14

Wednesday,8/13
Tank: H&M
Shirt: H&M?
Pants: Orphan
Boots: Boutique in Boulder, CO
Necklace: basilthecat on Etsy
Watch: Bulova

Thursday,8/14
Tank: Gadzooks
Tunic: Forever 21
Vest: Urban Collection
Jeans: e.a.p. (Hiroshima)
Boots: Bakers
Cuff: James the Leather Man
Watch: Bulova
Necklace: Jewelry store in Tokyo

We are having me and my sister's joint birthday party/welcome home party at the folks' house this weekend. I can't wait to lounge around the pool and eat barbecue, though swimming is definitely brought into question, with the bad foot and all. Le sigh...

Week in Wardrobe: 8/05-8/08

I can't even put into words how busy I have been this week. Between work, dinner parties, freelance work, mandatory bowling (long story) and the arrival of my sister, I feel like I head is going to fall off my neck and spin off into the stratosphere. I'm quite happy in the madness though - I'd always rather be busy than bored. Dressing up honestly helps me through the chaos - I feel so much more secure and in a good mood when I am wearing something I like.


Left to Right: Tues,8/05, Wednesday,8/06

Tuesday, 8/05
Tank: H&M
Shirt: J.Crew
Trousers: Victoria's Secret
Shoes: Thrifted
Tie: Thrifted
Watch: Bulova

Wednesday, 8/06
Cami: J.Crew
Grey Tank: Target
Skirt: Boutique in NY
Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell
Shawl: Street vendor in NY
Earrings: H&M
Necklace: Erica Weiner
Watch: Bulova


Left to Right: Thursday,8/07, Friday,8/08

Thursday,8/07
Top: Thrifted
Skirt: Gap
Leggings: Target
Shoes: Picked up ages ago at Ross
Necklace: Navajo made dream catcher
Wooden Bangle: sparklinglotusdesign on Etsy
Watch: Bulova

Friday,8/08
Dress: Nostalgia on Etsy
Necklace: Aldo
Shoes: Classified
Wrist Cuff: James the leather man
Watch: Bulova

Going to All Points West tomorrow! Radiohead, The Roots and Animal Collective - I can't wait!