Mama, you're beautiful

Don't mind me dancing....

Top: Goodwill / Shorts: Choies / Jacket: XXI / Shoes: Elle / Necklace: Frock Candy

Once again, I made a video. I apologize for the crappy quality on it, because the movie maker on my computer is not so great. 

I really loved how these pictures came out. Claudia and I were frolicking around my back yard and decided to take pictures. The red of the brick contrasts nicely with my bright green shorts. I got these from Choies for Christmas and they are so great. I love the fit and the color is so vibrant. I also got this shirt from Goodwill one day. It's got a 90's vibe to it, all the more reason to love it. I'm not really one for necklaces like this, but my mom got it for me for Christmas, and it grew on me. I just liked it paired with the greens and blues in my outfit. 

Someone on Tumblr gave me the idea to take myself out on a date. She spent the whole day by herself doing miscellaneous things, such as going to the movies, getting ice cream, and going to a museum. I feel like everyone should do this at least once a year. Yeah it can be slightly awkward doing things by yourself, but it's also a way to connect with yourself more. People are often surrounded by others, so this would be a nice way to take a step back and reconnect with yourself. I am off school Friday, so I plan on taking myself out. I will take pictures and definitely post something about it on here. I advise you guys to do the same, and let me know how it goes!  

Bandana Rama

Top: Thrifted / Pants: Urban Outfitters / Jacket: Mom's / Shoes: SammyDress

I'm going to be completely honest and let you know that I feel like Amelia Earhart, only because of my bandana (and it would be schweeet to fly a lil plane). I saw Leandra Medine of The Man Repeller wearing different neck scarves and she mentioned her friend sporting different bandanas around her neck, so I succumbed. 

These pants have a funny little story behind them. I bought them online about two weeks ago and they looked so rad on the model (stores always do that...) so I was in. I giddily received them in the mail and immediately tried them on, only to be horrified because they looked like harem pants [Fresh Prince of Bel-Air Harem Pants..]. I kept them on for about an hour, whilst blogging on Tumblr, so I could get accustomed with the idea of debuting these pants in public. I even went downstairs in front of my family to get food, and of course my dad couldn't refrain from laughing. But as I kept them on longer, I grew to like the free flowiness that they provided for my legs. And that brings me to the present. I actually really like how they look now, as I've tried them on with different shoes and the sassiness level keeps increasing. 

Now on to shoes. I ordered these from Sammydress and I fell in love. I don't know if you can really see them because of the lighting in these pictures (sry, it was storming outside and I had to document this), but they look almost like gogo boots with pony hair infused into the mix. The white portion is extremely shinny, and the pony hair part adds a little bit of 'yeah I have furry boots, what are you going to do about it?' in the mixture that makes this shoe. The grips on the bottom are actually very useful and help make it easier to walk with these shoes on, while adding the rugged look to them. 

And now a little bit of me in gif form... (THIS WAS SO MUCH FUN)

Aye Aye Captain

Top: Urban Outfitters / Skirt: XXI / Leggings: Tobi / Shoes: eBay / Jacket & Hat: Purple Cow

Have you ever fallen in love with something that was undeniably meant to be in your wardrobe? That is exactly how I felt about this hat. I was browsing the accessories section at Purple Cow and found this gem. I honestly don't know how it is meant to be worn, but this is how I wear it- like a captain/cute French school girl maybe? I've been very into statement accessories like hats, scarves, and big jewelry, so be prepared for more of that to come. 

This cami is one of the other things I got from Urban Outfitters. It's so simple but a little girly with the peplum style bottom. It's also very free flowing, which limits your bra choices (but if you're like me and you don't have to wear one, it's AWESOME, except when you flash passerbys...). 

The last two pictures are for comedic effect. Claudia and I have way too much fun with the tripod and my brick wall. She filled in my eyebrows for me, and now I'm obsessed with that look. Strong eyebrows with minimal makeup. 

I may start asking questions at the end of my posts. Today's question will be: What are your Tumblr URLs? (I'm always on Tumblr and looking for new blogs to follow, so let me know!) 

Signing out, the Captain [my teacher finishes his emails like this]

Miss Jackson

Top: Purple Cow / Jacket: Thrifted / Shorts: Urban Outfitters / Boots: XXI / Hat: Thrifted

It's Cyber Monday, and I'm currently crying. I am (sadly) not going to purchase anything because I already bought some stuff last week. It's a tragedy.

These shorts from Urban Outfitters are surprisingly comfortable and quite beautiful. I love the embroidered detailing on the thigh, that's what drew me to them. I feel kind of like a cowboy with my hat, but a stylish one correct? The shirt also brings a dash of 'I'm sophisticated, but also sassy, so don't mess with me.' 

Well, we endured a cold week and now it is currently around 80 degrees. It doesn't feel like Christmas is 23 days away because we are fanning ourselves instead of shivering by a fire. Gotta love Louisiana weather <3

Also obsessing over Panic! at the Disco's new album, Miss Jackson has been on repeat

X-odus

Top and Green Shorts: Thrifted / Leggings: Tobi / Carpet Jacket: Miss KL / Shoes: Thrifted, Nine West 

Yes, I AM alive. I really do apologize for the lack of posts, but last week was insane. It was the week before we got out for Thanksgiving break, and all of the teachers were piling on the work. Talk about nasty. 

Now that it is actually getting cold, I'm able to layer on different pieces and I'm overjoyed because of it. I got these croc leggings a while back and I love the texture on them mixed with my awkward skirt/capri hybrid. I also have a top similar to this one, but it's a solid khaki color. For some reason it just reminds me of the colonial time with the straight neckline and hooks up the front. I saw these shoes at one of my local thrift stores and it was love at first sight. I've been wanting pointy toe shoes, but I like the pointed part to be dramatically long, and most of the stores online don't have that. And of course I had to add on my furry carpet jacket to polish the look off. 

I don't know if you noticed, but I also darkened my hair. I've been wanting to dye it black for a while since I was getting tired of my boring brown color. My mom did persuade me to do the dark brown/black color and I'm loving it. Now I kinda want to chop it into a sassy bob, who knows...?

Okay now onto something a tad serious. I know that my style is changing, and some people may not like it, but I assure you it's for the better. Don't get me wrong, I love dressing like a 90's kick-ass grrl or a bohemian princess, but now I'm transitioning into a more sophisticated phase. I have always loved dressing one way and then switching it around the next day. I don't think everything I wear now will be so mature because I'm still a seventeen year old. Trust me, I'm still going to whip out my overalls and space boots on occasion. I'm still a 90's kid at heart. 

P.S. WHO'S FREAKIN EXCITED FOR THANKSGIVING FOOD?! (crunchy macaroni omg yas) 

Holiday Outfits

All sets taken from my polyvore

Now that the holidays are fast approaching, I thought it was fitting to create a couple outfits that I would wear to holiday parties or get togethers.  They may seem a little dressy, but lately my style has been evolving into this. I love the sophisticated independent woman look, and most of my outfits strive to fit that category. 

First outfit:

Let me just start off by saying I love this pant/capri hybrid immensely. They are extremely awkward, but quite fascinating at the same time. I wanted to create an outfit that would be slightly dressy, but still had the element of comfort incorporated into it. The shoes were a must, because I mean who doesn't love bright blue boots? I'm not a big jewelry wearer in the sense that I don't pile it on. I would rather my outfit and shoes speak than have a ton of jewelry distracting the main picture. When I wear jewelry though, I love having unique pieces that enhance the outfit. The cuff was so beautiful and the rings were simple, yet added a touch of me to the outfit. 

Second outfit:

The shoes. I've been looking at these for a while now, and I'm smitten with them. I love the idea of a bold red shoe, and it being a boot just makes it so much better. I think they're versatile, even though they're red. Mixing colors that normally wouldn't go together is starting to seep into my mentality a little bit more as my style evolves. The tulle skirt is also another one of my favorite things right now. I love the femininity that is displays, mixed with the bold boots. And the hat was just added for a little sassiness, cause it never hurts. 

Third outfit:

This one is more of a casual outfit since some people don't dress up much for family holidays. And you're probably thinking I'm crazy for putting shorts in the outfit, but down here that is reasonable. It's getting colder, but it is still pretty warm, so I'm able to get away with shorts for the time being. I adore this jacket just because of the color. The shoes are another favorite, because white crocodile. End of discussion. 

So these are just some outfits that I would wear to upcoming holiday festivities. Let me know which is your favorite! 

Aura

Top: XXI / Velvet Shirt: Thrifted / Shorts: Thrifted / Shoes: GoJane

And the above pictures serve as an example as to why I should not be left alone with my tripod and camera for more than 5 minutes. I got bored okay...

This was one of the days where it was absolutely freezing outside. The wind was howling, and I was freezing my butt off, so inside pictures were in order. 

I adore these heels, but they are probably the hardest to walk in. I've worn them in public once and I did okay, I just felt like a fumbling mess. 

Once again I love these shorts. I wore them once with the bottoms rolled up, but this is my favorite way to wear them. I love the boyish silhouette of the shorts mixed with the sassiness of the heels. 

And I urge you to listen to Lady Gaga's new album because it is simply astounding. Just recently I've been in this early stage of feminism. I'm learning more about the topic itself and molding my ideals to fit it, which is a good thing for me. Once I heard this album, it was like a hit to the head. I honestly don't know what her goal was with this album, but for me it's all about women empowerment. Most of the songs have a sexual quality about them, and I think that's a good thing. I don't think women should be defined by how sexual they are, and I love that she condemns slut-shaming. A woman can sleep with whoever and however many people she wants, and people should accept that because it doesn't pertain to anyone but her and her partner. It's just a really good album for me and all of the songs are fun, so go listen podnuhs (my dad calls me that). 

ily