A Confession

 My confession involves shoes. No, I'm not addicted. (Well maybe a little). My confession is that I am bad at wearing them. Just bad. I don't know if it's my feet or if I'm doing something wrong, but I find it very hard to wear shoes, particularly flats and heels, without getting all blistered up. These pretty green ones did a number on my feet and I couldn't even wear them the whole day! I've even had sneakers wear a blister into my heel before. I tried taping my feet up to protect them, but they've still got battle scars. Oh woe is me!

 They are cute, though, right?

 I am struggling so much with my photography on this blog. I don't want to take my tripod outside and pose in front of wandering students, but I also really like outdoor shots better. Or at least they work out better for me. I have such issues with lighting. I'm at school, I should take a class.

 This outfit makes me think a little of menswear. But it's all in pink, so I thought that was a nice contrast!

See, I even had my own girly version of a bow tie!

shirt, shorts, pin, belt earrings-Goodwill

vest- from my Mom, probably also from Goodwill

ring-flea market

shoes-BAIT via Modcloth

Speaking of Modcloth, I don't know if you've heard, but they're having an end-of-summer 70% off sale. Just got these puppies, and I'm hoping they'll be as comfy as they are cute!

Mauve Over!

 Look at my pretty princess dress! This is one of my best thrift store finds ever. I got it at our local Miracle Hill, and I didn't have to alter it AT ALL. And look at those sheer sleeves! I've had this sucker for a whole month and this is the first time I wore it... on my first day of class! My cute old lady accounting teacher complimented my hat.

 My classes this semester for illustration all require me to make a book. So I'll be making a children's book, a comic book, and a third one that I don't really understand the concept for yet. I'll share any fashion-related pieces from those with you.

Any suggestions for fairytales or short poems I could illustrate?

 Here are all my groovy necklaces.

 Seriously guys, what are your favorite short stories and poems?

I'm going to spend the weekend with my boyfriend and my sister! Hope you guys have a good one.

dress, shoes, hat, bracelet and watch-Goodwill

socks-walmart

necklace-target

Navy

This outfit was remarkably simple to put on. By that I mean I didn't have to alter the dress, which is a rare quality in my Goodwill finds, and I didn't handmake any of my accessories. I guess technically I had to replace the chain on my necklace because the first one broke, but it's really a lazy ensemble.

Here's my closet at school! Or half of it. I almost ran out of hangers.

What better way to celebrate moving in than to go to your local Goodwill and buy some nice things? I got a dress that needs to be shortened, a vest, a jewelry box, and mug with winter critters on it.

dress and shoes-thrifted from Goodwill

socks-walmart

necklace-f21

sunflower-I don't even remember

Back to School School Again!

 There is something about this straw hat and some red lipstick that just makes every outfit better!

I spent today moving back into school. I'm really excited for this year, yes yes I am. I'll be taking some interesting illustration classes, and I'm hoping they'll spur me right out of my art slump.

 Have you guys started back to school yet? Or are you all past those days? I'm just ready for fall and tights so I don't have to shave my legs.

What? Huh?

Oh and I don't have to work while I'm at school. And that is always a plus. School trumps work anyday!

So, this skirt used to be a dress! How about that! It was kinda long and had big ol' poofy sleeves.

shirt-forever 21

skirt, shoes, hat- thrifted from goodwill

bow on hat- handmade

pinecone pendant-flea market

Work Attire

 Here is a good example of what I wear to work.

When I first got hired at American Eagle, I was worried about my unconventional way of dressing. Sure, around college or the internet, you find plenty of girlies in high waisted shorts and peter pan collars, but American Eagle sells things that are a little more mainstream than all that. But I've gotten so many compliments on my "style" from customers and employees alike that it's been really encouraging. It's nice to be appreciated for just being yourself and not worrying about what others think.

The moral is: dress in the way that makes YOU feel good!

 shirt-f21

shorts, shoes, watch-thrifted from goodwill

socks-walmart

earrings-flea market

headband-my sister's

necklace-my oma's (vintage)

 I have a pretty tiny head, and I have the hardest time getting headbands and scarves to stay in place! They just pop right off!

 Have a good day!

A Dress I Made!

 Here's a dress I made! I'm pretty proud of this one. It's got a few issues, but overall I think it's the best one yet! I used the same fabric for it, just used the flipside for the sleeves. I made it probably in June, but haven't had an excuse to wear it! I usually wear shorts to work, since I need pockets and to not show my underwear when I bend over.

 Here's the super cute bow on the back!

 I actually wore this on a date night with Travis, and didn't get any pictures. So I rewore it just for photographs. I'm sure all the squirrels and feral cats in my yard appreciated how cute I looked.

 dress-handmade

necklace-vintage, a gift

shoes-thrifted from Goodwill