October 2011
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ROSS black retro dress / $17
Ross is kind of like a thrift store in the sense that there is a lot of junk with a few gems lying, buried, hiding in wait.
What a dress.
Classily nailing throwback-vintage design.
But check this out : It’s a comfy knit.
And WASHABLE.
There’s more.
Pockets too!
I also got these heels for $17.
Very very comfy in the store.
Unfortunately, they rubbed my feet today....
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saturday.
goddamn i love pawn stars
silk & linen JCrew rugby shirt thrifted for $2.99
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one two punch. then redemption.
Remember my sweet Michael Kors PPPs (perfect pair of pants)?
They were tested. ONE
When getting out of my car to go into work: coffee spill.
Now, I always think this may happen as I make coffee & sip on the way to work, then take in with me.
It hadn’t.
Until I was wearing BRIGHT WHITE PANTS.
Guess what?
That coffee just rollllled right off.
Then I dabbed with cold water in...
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archives vintage dress [ chicago ]
And now for the Chicago weekend fall out.
This first dress is from Lisa’s Archives Vintage collection.
You know I like a garment which flutters in the wind.
This is one of those.
Feminine dressing makes me feel so lady like (natch).
This fabric is durable and machine washable, but still soft and delicate.
Practical wear from a different era.
Now it’s...
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chicago [ a visit. a trip. an adventure. ]
A getaway.
I love to explore.
Especially with natives.
Had a fun long weekend in Chicago with Lisa.
When I visit a place I have little to no interest in tourist activities, recommended zagat restaurants or the exhibit on rotation at the Met.
I want to go where the locals go, eat what the locals eat, and drink what the locals drink.
Dean sent me these iphone shots :
Petal was...
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black linen dress [with a secret] / $8
I thrifted this dress months ago.
My intention was to take it in a bit under the arms.
Never got around to that.
Took it out for a ride, anyway.
thick linen. simple. classic. a basic cut.
A dress’s dress.
But it has a secret just for the wearer.
Silky silk lining from shoulder to hem.
Private floral luxury.
Pour La Victoire heels
Thrifted belt
Cartoon sunglasses pilfered...
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bug wing skirt / $58
I’d have used the brand in the title, but it’s “2 b rych.”
Yep. Gag.
However, what a kick ass skirt!
There was no question I was getting this.
Like walking around with bug wings folded up behind me.
Awesome.
Tank thrifted, heels from Payless.
Skirt original retail = $225.
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victoria beckham rider pants / $35
Oh boy do I love these rider pants from Victoria Beckham’s line.
Crazy interesting material.
High waisted, gut busting.
Zipper vents at back ankle.
Thigh panels?!??!!
What’s not to love?
I got half-off the lowest price up there.
I’ll be wearing these a lot.
Almost 3 weeks on Weight Watchers.
Definitely making a difference and is pretty fun.
Life sending some...