July 5, 2011
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Inspiration
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tamia
It doesn't get much better than elaborate crystal embellishment ;even at my craftiest I couldn't make this intricate paper lantern; Shadowplay's yarn necklaces are basically awesome fabric sculptures; If this was my home's entrance, I'd just walk in and out all day; This is how my accessories are organized in my fantasy closet; There has to be SOME occasion in which it's appropriate to wear a collar-harness thingy made of crystal spikes and chains.Find more
AG shirt; vintage shorts and belt, Daniblack shoes I picked up these shorts for 99 cents at the St. Vincent de Paul on Este Avenue (which is now clearly my new favorite store) and took them up a few inches during a DIY sewing kick. I'm not usually into dressing matchy-matchy, but I couldn't resist wearing my striped espadrilles with a striped top--you know, as a nod to the whole holiday thing.
July 1, 2011
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Holidays, Shopping
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tamia
A few of my favorite patriotic picks from indie crafters and designers 'round the world: 1. Vintage anchors sailor dress, $36 | 2. Striped messenger bag, $50 | 3. Patriotic friendship bracelet, $6 | 4. Vintage sweater, $56 | 5. Meli Melo Bon Bon bag, approx. $402 | 6. Low cut sweater dress, $83 | 7. Steampunk medal, $18 | 8. Jennifer Merchant ring, $76 | 9. Crochet chunky chain necklace,$18 | 10. Jena.Theo waistcoat,
The ladies in this edition of the Summer City Guide have an amazing way of mixing new and vintage and making you wonder "Why didn't I think of that?" Check 'em out:
Thanks to Jessy and Valerie for participating!
June 29, 2011
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Personal Style
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tamia
Thrifted dress, belt, and heels; Victoria's Secret top, Ray Ban sunglassesI picked up this dress on a thrifting adventure a few years ago, and it's served me well as a comfy laying-around-the-house dress. Since I wanted to take it for a spin OUTSIDE the couch, I wore it over an off-the-shoulder striped top and woven belt. The belt was another thrift score, and I clearly remember there being two or three
