Baggin' Saggin' Babes

I am a firm believer that covering up is far more sexy than letting it all hang out - which is why I love menswear as womenswear.

These are a couple of examples from NYF Fall 2011: Richard Chai Love... I'M OBSESSED

The second look is my personal favorite and I especially like that the jacket and pants are the same material. The androgynous thing isn't always a favorite of the opposite sex, but other girls will give you props for going for it.

Until next time...

Badass

I found this LIFE magazine cover at a flea market off of Melrose on Sunday. It is clearly showcasing the majesty and all around badass-ness that is Joan of Arc, one of my all time favorite women of history. I can't wait to frame this puppy!

And now a look from A.F. Vandevorst Spring 2011 RTW inspired by armor, not unlike what Ms. of Arc would have worn:

Until next time...

Less is More

I found this coffee table book (to add to my growing collection) at a bookstore in Los Feliz and I fell in love! This one caught my eye in particular because I love minimalist fashion and this provided plenty of eye candy... mmm

On that note, I wanted to share a couple looks from two of my favorite minimalist labels:

Dries Van Noten Spring 2011

Celine Fall 2010

Until next time...

This is what dreams are made of...

My dream outfit... Acne dress, Acne blazer, and wedges by A Detacher. Now just add some sheer black tights and we're in business. Acne can do no wrong. Period.

All three of these items are on sale and I might have to max out my credit card (again) to get at least one.

Until next time...

Finals May Make You Ugly, but Winter Break Doesn't

Jacket - Grey Antics

Dress - T by Alexander Wang

Shoes - Pour La Victoire

Necklace - Laura Lombardi

The best part about the holidays... dressing for them. I wore this number for my (ex) work Christmas party and after two weeks of straight studying for finals, I was relieved to actually wear something other than smelly, Fabreeze soaked baggy clothes. I just bought this jacket, even though I have absolutely no money due to my lack of employment, and am currently obsessed with wearing it with everything. One good thing about not having a job and my own money to spend, is I actually have gotten to be more explorative with my existing clothes instead of going and buying something that looks just like what I already have.

Speaking of finals, they almost killed me. Not because they were too hard or I didn't have enough time to complete them, but, rather, I spent far too much time Facebook stalking. I only bring it up because everyone I talk to about finals pretty much has the same issue. I know when I was sitting on my computer with only my name typed on what was supposed to be a near completed 12pg document on women's history and the Feminine Mystique, I was on my Facebook home screen literally watching for new posts to roll in. Not good. Then I came across this article that tells about a way to actually suspend any use appropriately called "Anti-Social." The first step is admitting you have a problem, and the next is taking action! Next quarter I'm quitting my stalking habits cold turkey.

Find the article "Stop Me Before I Facebook Again" via NPR here.

Etsy Rules!

This is my official apology for lack lack of posts in the coming weeks. Finals week in approaching and the work I have been putting off for eight weeks is piling up. Just know that the genius posts will be coming after December 9th when that last final is turned in!

That said, I am still finding time to compile shopping carts full of all the things I need to own and dream to afford. Since I just moved out for the first time in September, I have embarked on the never ending journey of finding stuff to decorate every possible square inch my tiny 10'x10' room in Westwood. I always turn to Etsy to find cool decor for my room/body and I inevitably find way more than I was looking for. Basically, I have compiled a list of six things I absolutely need in my life from some of my favorite Etsy shops.

1) I am constantly looking for wall art and fell in love with this print from Inaluxe.

My room is decorated pretty minimally because it is such a small space and I didn't want any sort of clutter. Since all my furniture is mostly white and light wood these colors would add a necessary amount of pizazz ($35).

Check it out here.

2) This desk clock by Vector Cloud would be so perfect for my bedside table and it has a clear back with a slot for loose change... genius.

I would buy this clock strictly based on looks but it is also eco friendly... I guess that's cool too ($59).

Check it out here.

3) I have been looking for a laptop case that is cool and practical for probably three years and I think my search is over! This one is by rib & hull.

I cannot even express how bad I have needed a case to bring my laptop to class with me. I have put up with a bulky awkward fitting shoulder bag for a while now so when I saw this one it was pretty much magic ($60).

Check it out here.

4) I have seen a ton of people wearing turquoise lately and I was never super into it until I saw this bad boy by Dollybird Design.

I love how huge this ring is and as a self-proclaimed minimalist I'm always looking for one piece of jewelry that will get the job done ($165).

Check it out here.

5) This Laura Lombardi necklace is so simple and awesome I can picture it going with almost every outfit I have up my sleeve.

My wardrobe mostly consists of black with splashes of gray now and then so I think this will help to break up the monotony a little bit ($46).

Check it out here.

6) I am very particular when it comes to leather bags and this one by Opelle Creative isn't full of unnecessary buckles and hardware which I love.

This shop has a lot of really cute clutches and other shoulder bags but I liked this one for its size and simple but not boring quality ($238).

Check it out here.