Good times, man. Good times.

After nearly being left behind by the bus in Shelbyville Indiana, getting lost wandering around Michigan Avenue for over an hour, dancing until my feet hurt (these shoes are NOT made for walking) and randomly running into an old friend on the street, I can honestly say that I had a great time in Chicago. Until next time, Chi-town…

Style: Menswear Inspired

Perhaps inspired by the Comme des Garcons/Like the Boys post from last week, I felt the urge to express my masculine side, which, much like my feminine side, involves scowling arrogantly, greedily stuffing junk food down my throat, and telling other people what to do. Trousers, J. Crew; oxford shirt, vest, and suspenders, thrifted; shoes, Charles David; Porkpie hat, Hats in the Belfry; Watch, Timex

Style Psychology: Ugly, But Cool

Have you ever been attracted to something (or someone) you never would have considered your type? You know, something that doesn’t fit into your usual style, something that doesn’t “look like you?” I never bothered to take psych in college, so I’m not sure if this particular condition has a name, but I do know it’s happened to me before.  I still regret not buying some of the ugliest rings I’ve ever laid eyes on...

Easter Style: Suited Up

Suit and clutch, vintage; necklace, local designer Nomad; shoes, Guiseppe Zanotti I’m back from a much-needed break, hoping you had a lovely Easter/vernal equinox/whatever you celebrated. Time with my family + marshmallow Peeps = a great time for me! Pictured above:  this year’s Easter suit, which is really just a vintage suit from the 80’s given to me by a former co-worker who would regale me with stories of strutting around offices (when smoking was...

Style: Blue Crush

I’m usually more of a purple person (thanks, Prince), but for some reason bright blue seems really fresh to me right now. Maybe it’s because warmer weather is coming and blue reminds me of the sky and sea. Maybe it’s because blue contrasts so nicely with all the gray/black/taupe in my wardrobe (really, who needs six gray cardigans?). Maybe it’s because I’ve been craving some of that good ol’ blue Smurf ice cream from Kings...