1.08.2013

january sun










there is something different about the january sun. it sits higher in the sky, illuminating a more vast span of earth. secrets cannot be hidden underneath the shade of tree leaves or behind bushes, instead everything is laid bare alongside stark, pointed branches. the snow refracts light like a diamond, with edges as sharp. 
i started a creative writing class, & the professor asked us to describe snow using our five senses. all i felt was cold. all i feel is a desire for change, for the snow to melt, buds to return and warmth to settle. i thrive on change and newness, and in turn often forget to live in the moment. to relish in the beauty of the here and now. so fashion-friends, let's take each season of life as it comes, make the most of it, and dress fabulously no matter the circumstances. oscar wilde said, "you can never be overdressed or over-educated." always be awake to the fast-paced life around you before it passes you by.

listening to// year of the buffalo: vagabond


[a local columbus, ohio band, friends of friends. adore this song]

[photo credit: the always wonderful rachel joy photos]




1.04.2013

hello 2013





it has been a snowy winter so far in ohio. this has not stopped me from exploring my lovely city. my husband and i are house hunting and it has been exciting visiting the diverse sides of town and imagining a life there. 2013 holds big changes in my life and i am so ready. what are you excited about for this year?


listening to// marina and the diamonds: how to be a heartbreaker








12.13.2012

cut & print











sometimes i find it almost impossible to accomplish both fashion and function. staying warm in style is necessary in the winter, and i'm finding layering with textures and patterns makes this happen.
being thrifty also comes in handy when experimenting, not to mention leaves more money to spend on others! this entire outfit was thrifted save for the h&m skirt and sale boots from urban outfitters. i hope everybody is staying warm this holiday!



listening to//the head and the heart: rivers and roads

12.07.2012

skulls & chambray









my sweet friend at [rachel joy photos] went on this woodsy adventure with me and took these photos. check out her beautiful art! i'm loving this slightly warmer december. it is helping me keep my head on straight as i finish up this college degree process. i am so ready to put this behind me and face life head-on to pursue my dreams. bring it on, world. 


listening to// florence + the machine: cosmic love






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11.28.2012

novembird







as always the months go by so quickly. i cannot get over the fact that we are saying goodbye to november in two short days. i have been terribly busy this autumn month and have not had as much time to take photos as i would like. i am desperate to work on my art but also finding balance between work and love and life. someday i will get there. someday i can balance do what i must & what i love. for now, i must focus on taking the time to slow down and enjoy every little moment of this short life.


listening to// twenty one pilots: holding onto you


[shameless promotion of my brother's music. you'll like it, i promise]

10.27.2012

fall florals











This fall has been an exceptionally beautiful one in Ohio. The leaves have been graceful in their changing, taking their time, showing off. The weather has been pleasantly crisp and relieving from this unruly past summer. October is a month of birthdays in my life, and my sweet sister and I took this photo adventure for hers. Coffee and macarons were the order of this lovely autumn day. 


listening to// beirut: nantes

 

9.27.2012

inspiration

Hello! I am currently in the process of finding a new camera and am unable to take pictures of my own outfits, so I'll show some others. I have a mild obsession with lookbooktumblr, and pinterest to guide me in the right style direction. Here are a few of my favorite fall looks:


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stripes & polka dots!


faux leather & headbands:

girly fun tights:


Sweater weather is better weather for sure. I love cozy grey days & big warm scarves, hot drinks & dark red lipstick. The anticipation of the holidays is getting me through the mundane week days. 

I found some wonderful vintage things at the thrift shop lately, hopefully I can post them soon!

xoxo

listening to// Die by Iron & Wine