I WIN

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Crisis

I feel like I'm having a minor style identity crisis here. I've realized that I don't have a personal and individual style, and I only just copy what I see. I mean, people do that, but it just doesn't feel like myself. I was considering to take a break from reading all of my favorite bloggers, but I think what I'm going to do is just really focus my blog as a record of my journey to find my own style. I just get so overwhelmed by trends, apparent fashion "necessities" (those Victoria's Secret studded booties, anyone?), and other people's styles.

What I would really want is just somebody to talk to or to be a mentor when I'm trying to find my own style. It's incredibly frustrating to spend an hour trying to decide what to wear, and I don't think people should do that. I want to be able to love every piece of clothing in my closet, and have pieces that work with each other.

Things I like, no matter the current trend:
-Plaid. I can't get enough of it.
-Showing leg (with and without tights)
-Black shoes, especially heels
-A-line skirts
-Elegant clothes. I really like ballerina inspired wear, or just dance inspired clothes.
-Bright prints

If I start with a list of what I like, I think I can build from there. I don't know. I'm just overwhelmed and confused.

Back to School

Today was my first day of school! I'm a senior in high school. To be honest, one of my favorite things to do on the first day is to check other people's outfits out since I know everyone spends forever in front of their closet, thinking about what to wear on the first day back. Too bad I didn't have enough time to snap some pictures of some outfits I saw today! I'll try to do that sometime since there are some interesting people at my school. INTERESTING.

What I wore:




Top: Lillith; Belt: mom's; Jeans: Paris Blues; Sandals (they are the type that lace around your ankle): J. Crew; Bag: H&M; Bangs: myself ):

And my hybrid pencil case/calculator that I've had since I was 7 that I still use:


It's from Ikea!

Also, I got my circle lens contacts delivered to me yesterday. Circle lenses are those huge contacts that make your pupils appear bigger. Purely for cosmetic use, but you can get prescription lenses as well. I got a pair of green ones :D


STRESS from college, huge school project that lets you graduate or not, AP classes, color guard auditions, and trying to make friends. It's freaking me out already gahhhhh. I probably won't be updating as often because of this school shenanigans.


Photo credit: CHO CHO CHO

Obsession #1

SHOES. I can't stop looking at them online, in stores, on other people, etc. I swear it's a disorder I need medication for.

However, all my shoes are black and I think I need to fix that soon. Okay well, as soon as I have enough money to go shopping again. Also, I shop in very cheap places so they're not actually that expensive at all. Nothing over $30 on my wish list!

My take on the gladiators:
I really prefer the variations because the whole "ribcage" style isn't one of my favorites, although I have to give it to em for being super comfortable. But really, the whole gladiator style pretty much encompasses any kind of shoe that appears to cover your feet in a peekaboo and rugged way.


I like the chunky platforms that have been popping up everywhere, and I'd say they are a safe transition into the fall. They're a good contrast to the more feminine skirts and airy fabrics we're going to be seeing this fall. And pairing these with bandage dress would be so. dangerously. sexy!! (Photo: amiclubwear.com)


I also like the woven looks. I know it's not the most known gladiator style, but in my book it does so there. I actually have these Athena Alexander sandals in black, and they are comfortable as hell. With just a mere nod to the trend, I can see these lasting into further seasons. Plus, I have to say I've worn these shoes with so many different outfits and they always seem to look perfect. (Photo: shop.nordstrom.com)

I couldn't find a picture of these, but I'm also cheering on the return of the tie gladiators that were popular about 3 years ago. You know, the sandals that were a mess of string and wrapped around the ankle and even up the calf? The people (aka me) who bought them back then are massively excited to be able to wear them again :)

Wish list:

I'm not too sure about these though. I like the teal, but the black t-strap looks too giant.


I can see myself wearing these all the time. T-straps are growing on me, as well as white/cream/beige shoes. Plus it's elastic! I think that's cool.


The only pair of red shoes I own are patent leather flats with a pointed toe and a BUCKLE. I need to upgrade. These seem so fun and whimsical.


I'm looking into a pair of white wedges/espadrilles. Clearly, I won't be wearing them until next spring/summer, so I can stop crying about how every pair I want is sold out.


I don't care what you think, I like these! I'm a sucker for little cute details and pink. True fact: they don't have it in my size.


For some reason, mustard yellow really appeals to me. I'd like to think it goes with most everything, including black and grey. My entire wardrobe is mostly black and grey.

Photos: amiclubwear.com

I Need Help!

As you can see, I've figured out how to mess around with the layout and such. But I cannot for the life of me find the option to make the photos I post clear and not lighter!! Is there even an option for that?! HELP.

Student by day...

Batgirl by night!





I wanted to be Batgirl, who made kicking butt look so cool and easy in a skintight leather bodysuit, for my entry in a contest in a MAC Cosmetics community on Livejournal.

Mask:
Anastasia Go Brow pencil
MAC Bare Study paintpot
MAC Deep Truth eyeshadow (for the main color)
MAC Submarine eyeshadow (shadow)
Jane Clubbing eyeshadow (shadow & liner)
MAC Julep eyeshadow (highlight)
MAC Electra eyeshadow (highlight)
MAC Waternymph eyeshadow (to blend Deep Truth w/ Julep)
MAC Surreal eyeshadow (highlight)

Face & Lips:
Rimmel bronzer in Sun Dance
MAC Blankety lipstick
Prestige Tomango lipliner

I wish I owned something black leather to slip into so I could run around the house like this.

Photo credit: CHOCHOCHO

Thrifting

I went to Thrift Town today after my journalism workshop. I love how it's conveniently located right next to my school :)


I know what you're thinking, but I did not see the shoulder pads and think, "Oh sweet, shoulder pads! Must get this." I'm going to trim them off, and then shorten the hem to about my knee. It's entirely silk (even though the skirt looks like suede in the picture?) and I love it. $4


Alright, this one I'm not so sure of. I saw the print and thought it was very fun. It feels very dated still... Any ideas? I belted it in this picture. $3


The very sheeeeeer short-sleeved blouse is so comfortable, but it was my most expensive purchase at $8. The scarf reminded me a bit of Blair Waldorf (GG comes back in a week!!! YES.), but I'm going to have to experiment with it so I can avoid looking like my flight attendant auntie. $.99