skeletal

Rodarte for Target dress, Target tights, and Sam Edelman Zoe boots.

This was my super scary skeleton Halloween costume (haha). In a sea of garish and revealing costumes, I decided to go a more fashion-y route. I've actually been planning this for weeks, ever since I snagged this dress off eBay. I've ALWAYS wanted it, finally showed up on the e-bizzle in my size.

I loved rocking the black eyeshadow too. When I was in high school it was all I wanted to wear, my dream came true!

Also, my boyfriend went as crazy dictator Kim Jong-il. He looked creepily like him, take a look:

We had so much fun, hope you did too! Happy OFFICIAL Halloween!

black & blue

Target skater dress and tights, gifted scarf, Sam Edelman Zoe boots (last seen in my previous post), Kathy van Zeeland bag, and Icing sunglasses.

It's always nice to have a dress in your closet that you can throw with anything without thinking. That's especially great when you only give yourself 10 freaking minutes to get ready in the morning. (Yeah, that's me on work days. I love my snooze button.) That's what this dress is to me. I picked it up on Tuesday while perusing the 75% off section at Target. It was 5 bucks, a gift from the heavens (there goes my dramatics again). It's so comfortable that I'm still wearing it while I'm typing this. The silhouette reminds me of American Apparel, which I love but can't afford right now. I proudly buy clothing from Target, I never buy the clothing full price though. The clearance items are worth what you pay for.

My Zoe boots are slowly becoming my everyday shoes, I can't resist them. They are actually more comfortable than most flats I own. How funny.

Well I must go to kick off the weekend with my boy. He just came home and surprised me with the next book in the series I'm reading. How sweet.

Have a great weekend!

simple on a tuesday

Missoni for Target pullover, gifted scarf, thrifted skinnies (both scarf and jeans last seen HERE), and Sam Edelman Zoe boots.

It must have been something from a higher power that sent me into Target last Wednesday to find this sweater. Sitting brightly on the rack of the unwanted returned Missoni items, was this gorgeous sweater. I stepped in for a closer look and saw that it was $10. It couldn't possibly be right, it was. Someone had returned it from an online purchase. It's a little big on me but I like it that way. It was simply a great find because it's extremely wearable and easy to dress up or down.

I know, I know I'm a tad over-dramatic but these things excite me. When your job revolves around clothing and accessories, these things tend to excite you.

My favorite skinnies are getting so worn down. I've noticed from these photos they're starting to lose their shape (no one wants a saggy looking butt). I wish I could find something comparable to this pair, but it seems so impossible. Jean shopping is the worst for me. I can never find a pair that is the right length or waist size. Ugh, so frustrating. Mostly I frustrate myself because I'm so picky. If they're great on my waist, I hate the baggy knee. If they're great on my legs, they're too loose on top or too tight. Trust me, I get crazy about it. Come to think about it, it's not the only thing I'm crazy particular about...

Oh well, this is not the time to talk about that. Hahaha wow.

Well, I'm off to waste the rest of my afternoon waiting for the UPS guy. That's another thing I'm a freak about. I have to be here for the UPS dude or I get weird. I waste my own day off.

pattern mixing

Vintage leopard skirt (last seen WAY back HERE), Target scarf, cardigan, and tights, Vintage Chanel flats (last seen HERE), random scoop neck tee, Luella sunglasses, and Kathy van Zeeland purse (last seen HERE).

I was quite disappointed when I arrived to work and found that I had left my change of shoes at home. I had originally planned to wear my Sam Edelman boots for the first time, but I like how this turned out better. Plus, it was also a lot easier to walk around town.

This is actually one of my first attempts at pattern mixing, I think it turned out okay. I usually stay away from mixing two kooky prints together, I feel like I look like a homeless bag lady. Which I probably looked like already with my giant purse. It could have easily contained many bottles and cans. It's my trusty sidekick and I haven't used in awhile. During the fall and winter I love it as my regular bag, it's very abusable. Which is something I tend to do to my bags. A lot of it comes by accident since I'm a bull in a china shop. I knock things with while on my shoulder, drop it, scrape it on the ground, and shove it places it shouldn't be. Aside from a few scrapes, it still looks new. Amazingly.

I'm heading off to nurse my full belly. My boy made pickle marinated breaded chicken. He calls it pickle brine marinated pan-fried chicken breast (that's a mouth full). What a hit!

casual friday

Vintage Beverly Hills pullover (last seen way back HERE), thrifted Bongo skinnies (last seen HERE), and Candie's oxfords.

Sorry for the poopy photos in my apartment again. I'm also startled by my disheveled appearance. Girlfriend needs a touch up! Life just gets in the way sometimes. I had planned to take some nice photos outside, unfortunately we had a family emergency which was much more important. Hence why my hair looks like I stepped out of a wind machine. I guess I can't be ready for my close up every moment of the day. (Kidding, I'm never ready.)

I dressed this morning for comfort because I wasn't feeling too well. Black skinnies and a pullover are great, but plain. I felt like my outfit need something else, so I brought in the man shoes. I love them so much but don't wear them too often. I'm a convert of the man shoes. I've been loving oxfords, brogues, and penny loafers lately. All inspired by man shoes. I really am a tomboy at heart so it makes sense.

Looking over these photos makes me realize that a lot of the time it looks like I've stepped right out of the 80's. I was simply born in the wrong decade, everything about 80's culture gets me. The outrageous fashions, crazy music (I love it, love it, LOVE IT), and the movies! Call me crazy (because you know I am), it's encoded in me.

Off the kick start the weekend with a juicy burger. I'll leave you with one of my favorite 80's classics. Sweet Dreams - Eurythmics

standing tall

Thrifted popcorn sweater, vintage Jordache shorts (last seen here), Target tights, and Aldo mignogna wedges (last seen way back here).

As mentioned in my previous post, the weather has been amazingly depressing here the past few days. What's the best way to cheer up you ask? Pile your favorite crap into one outfit and walk out the door. That's what I did, and it helped me immensely. I love this sweater so much, though boyfriend hates it. He doesn't understand the popcorn detailing. He always says "your sweater is pilly!" Of course he doesn't understand my love for a sweater that looks like it came pre-pilled. What I don't understand is why it has shoulder pads, but I go with it. I think in the 80's even night gowns and tee's had shoulder pads. (Joking...sort of.)

I am also rediscovering my love for these shoes. I haven't worn them since April because my feet swell up in them during the heat (I'm an old lady). For a fall/winter shoe, they're perfect. So comfy and easy to walk in. I love the wood wedge heel.

Today I'm taking it easy, I was going to go thrifting but it has now started pouring. Good day to stay in and watch bad TV.

and the rain never stopped

Thrifted sweater, Charlotte Russe leggings, and thrifted boots.

Alright, alright, I'll admit it, I'm a leggings junkie. When you live in a climate with such a harsh winter, they're perfect. I'm no advocate of wearing leggings as pants though, no way. Even though this sweater is almost too short to wear with them. I think I won't be pairing it with leggings in the future. I don't want the world to see every nook and cranny of my bum.

The weather was absolutely miserable this weekend, and it seriously made me think of packing everything up and driving all the way to California. Yes, sweater weather has arrived. I love sweaters, LOVE them. I just don't like the weather that comes along with them. If the temperatures dipped into the 40's or even 30's with sunshine all the time, I don't think I would have a problem.

Rain and wind, sleet and snow = NO FUN.

Well, today's my day off. Time to turn on the heat, put on some slippers and clean my apartment. Fun day. No, it really is, that's not sarcasm (for once).

tweaked

Missoni for Target chemise, thrifted sweater, thrifted Nine West sandals, and Kohl's elephant necklace.

Wearing THIS outfit that I tweaked slightly.

There is nothing better on an unseasonably warm day than bare legs and sandals. There is also nothing better than tweaking one of your favorite outfits.

a lazy girl's beauty

I don't share anything other than what I wear on this blog. So I'm showing you some of the best beauty products I've ever used. Believe me, I've tried so many failed products and I've finally found the best for a lazy girl's arsenal.

I love experimenting with make-up, but I don't like spending a lot of time on it. That goes with everything. I don't spend a lot of time getting dressed or doing my hair and makeup. So when it comes to my everyday products, I need them to be easy to use and long lasting.

(clockwise from bottom left)

Go* blush

Go* is a UK cosmetics company that I use to buy brand new products from on eBay. I can't find them anywhere anymore! :( Their quality is comparable to MAC but it's much more affordable. The blush is long lasting with a hint of sparkle. (Do I really need sparkle? No, probably not.)

NYC liquid eyeliner in black

NYC has always been my favorite cheap drugstore brand. At only $1 this liquid liner is amazing. It never smudges or wears off during the day. It also helps me look like a rockin' 60's babe. Cat eyes, rawr.

Burt's Bee's lip balm (also pictured Burt's Bees strawberry lip gloss and lip balm in pomegranate)

Unless I'm experimenting with some crazy lipstick, the only lip products I use are Burt's Bees. Keeps my lips fresh! Before I discovered the products my lips were so cracked, no one would come near me with a 10 foot pole. Thank you Burt's Bees for showing me how to love again! (It's joke people...sort of.)

Mary Kay luminous-wear liquid foundation

After trying THOUSANDS of foundations, this one is hands down the best. I don't think I could ever switch. It covers so evenly and doesn't rub off on my sunglasses! It also helps me not look like a scary sleep deprived zombie.

Covergirl TruBlend pressed powder

I sweep this gently over my liquid foundation, it helps seal the deal!

Mary Kay eyeliner in steely

My everyday liner, the metal color is a great alternative to boring black liner. Such a long lasting liner. I also love that it's called steely, that's humorous to me. Am I the only one? (Yeah, probably.)

Mary Kay cream eye color in glacier gray

This is the only cream eye color I've tried that doesn't sit in your creases. When it says it dries as a powder, it's not a lie!

Covergirl lash blast mascara and Mary Kay ultimate mascara

Once again, I've tried thousands of mascaras. Mary Kay ultimate is the best, it makes my eyelashes look so long. I only use Covergirl lash blast when I know I'll be doing water-filled activities. Hence going to water parks, or crying. Two activities that I often participate in (not really). Best waterproof mascara ever.

There you have it! Best basics ever.

I am now obligated to go decorate for Halloween. I'm getting my costume today, I'm excited. What are you being for Halloween?