Yearly Archives: 2013

THE SUEDE LBD// SNOW DAY

(True Religion suede minidress, French Connection scarf, APC coat, BC Footwear shoes, H&M beanie, Chloe “Ethel” handbag)
This suede LITTLE BLACK DRESS is just what I like to prance around in on a snow day when I’m dead tired of my go-to winter jeans. A bit rock n’ roll boho, it’s got some killer bell sleeves that I can’t wait to rock come Spring. Anyways, I somehow managed to keep warm amidst the storm! I can’t get enough of these quiet Brooklyn streets, covered in a heavy white blanket. No matter what I’m wearing, I’ll just throw on a hat, the thickest socks I own, and run outside. Dylana, blending in with her oversize white furry coat, a real snow queen herself. Me, dark as night, threading through the slush…my face constantly shielded behind my fur scarf. With the cold, comes only ONE MORE DAY left of 2013. It’s hard to kiss such an incredible year goodbye, but there’s so so more on the horizon. More incredible journeys and more out-of-this-world creations to be made come 2014, and I cannot wait to rock n’ roll through this new year! And I just wanted to thank you all for being so darn amazing and for supporting me through all the crazy goodness. New Year’s Eve night is bound to be wild! The best part is getting dressed and that last minute swipe of red lipstick over a glass of bubbly. I’m thinking of wearing something over-the-top…
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NEW YEAR SPARKLE

(Chaser Brand sequin moto jacket and “Brit flag” tank, Citizens of Humanitys denim skirt, The 2 Bandits belt, Ask Alice booties, Vanessa Mooney rings, Chloe handbag)
I just got back from being on holiday out in the woods in a log cabin (just what I needed after whirlwind year!), and all that’s on my mind is New Year’s Eve! Gah, 2013 went by SO SO fast. And it’s been a dream ride. I just spent my morning looking through my past Instagram feed in bed and holy moly…how can so many incredible things happen in just one year?! It was literally like excitement after excitment and I feel lucky I’ve got all you pals joining me in all the fun. No wonder I’m totally POOPED. So much to be thankful for…and so many magical dreams come to life. Oh 2014, I can’t wait for you! Right now, I’m currently savoring the last few days of 2013…doing last minute spur-of-the-moment crazy activities before it’s back to WORK WORK WORK. We got insane tickets to PHISH last night…talk about some real hippie dreams come true. And tonight will be another NYC celebration…with my all time favorite badass babe, PATTI SMITH. May as well get in as many incredible musical gigs in as possible, eh? I’ll be shimmying the night away in sparkles. This Chaser Brand sequined moto a new favorite. A piece to wear to any holiday party, or, for me…anyday of the week!
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CABIN FEVER

(MINKPINK faux fur coat and skirt, Chaser Brand “Fender” top, Soxiety socks, Manitobah x Free People moccasins)
I’m currently in upstate New York, wrapped in a blanket by the fireplace of our cabin and watching the light snow fall heavier and heavier onto our balcony. Our secret destination this time? Lake Placid! I can’t even begin to describe this dreamy trip. I just don’t want to leave! Playing The Brain Jonestown Massacre and The Nationals albums on the whole 5 hour drive up, bundled in a huge furry coat, my boyfriend and I just couldn’t wait to get there. We love heading out so far out of town, that you lose cell service and all you have is the open road, good music, and mountains to lust over during the whole ride. I packed a ton of prints, and textures. And of course, a KILLER pair of Manitobah “Storyboot” moccassins, a wonderful upstate gift from Free People. I kept them in the backseat of our car, knowing I’d live in them inside the cabin. It’s a boot I’ve always wanted. It’s the softest, must luxurious, COOLEST warm thing to put on your feet. Im seriously addicted. I very much felt like an eskimo these past days. Blending into the warm tones and colors of our wood-covered abode. Christmas trees and lights every way you turn inside the lodge. Snow covered trees in every direction outside our windows. In fear of catching real cabin fever, we went bowling…we went ice skating out by the woods over a lake…and I spent hours by the hot tub, looking out to the snow. Talk about a real, beautiful white Christmas. I felt completely at peace snuggled on the couch, movies on repeat, with absolutely no schedule for the day. I needed a vacation and this was just too perfect of a getaway to pass up. A true winter wonderland dream come to life. I’ve got loads more to show you from our upstate adventures. Stay tuned, and happy holidays my babes!

*WHITE FACE LODGE*

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ROCK N’ ROLL CARAVAN

(Free People Vintage Loves dresses, Josephinas ballet flats, Joe’s Jeans handbag)
Gotta love a good ROCK N’ ROLL CARAVAN! I fell in love with these Free People dresses the moment I laid eyes on them. How rad….a vintage rock tee, made into a dress! Though these 2 in particular are sold out, you can still get your hands on FP’s Vintage Loves “Rock n’ Roll Caravan” HERE! These two in particular happen to black and pink, TUTU’S! My absolute favorite type of party dress! I made mine a bit more gothic. A sheer black turtleneck underneath and perfect knee-highs and pale pink ballet flats. Dainty but with a edge. Dylana layered her tulle beauty with a white lace vitnage blouse. It’s extra fun to have gotten dressed up nearly matching to my sister…just like when we were kids! I don’t remember the last time we ever did! Anyhow, I can’t wait to wear this badboy again, and dance the night away…Ramones style.
These Free People beauties are only available under day after XMAS, 12/26!! So get them while they last! Each piece, different from the next! Merry Christmas to all!
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