To My Own Drum...

Sweater and Pants: H&M, Boots: All Saints,


L to R: Spencer Gifts, Random NY Shop, All Saints

My how the weeks are flying by! It's already Wednesday and another looming weekend fast approaches. Again, the absolutes in my closet - Black, White, and the Greys bring the most joy to my life and my sartorial choices. I love the mix of polish and grunge with this look, the boots (damn, how I love thee so) really take the look to a completely different place. A fun and french kind of joie de vivre place. Loving my french influences - even if no one else sees them.

I'm looking forward to this weekend - it being Easter and all. My Italian friend's mom is cooking up a glorious feast that I've been invited to. Oh boy, now...what to wear, what to wear...

Back To Basics...

T-Shirt: Forever21, DIY Tie Dye Jeans: Organic Loomstate, Watch: Michael Kors

Finally!!!! Found a pair of bleached jeans that I'm completely smitten with. And the best part is, they're one of a kind. Couldn't find a pair that were worth the extra cash so I decided to make my own from a pair of jeans I scored from Gilt last year.

After soaking in my bathroom sink for a week and damn near knocking me on my face from the fumes - NOTE to self, never close the door with bleach sitting for longer than 20 minutes. Washed them twice in hot water then dried them on the highest setting and voila - Tie Dye Denim!

I'm so impressed with my DIY skills! This outfit kind of reminds me of easy Sunday mornings. A basic white tee, the perfect watch, and a pair of amazing denim - all for lounging and feeling completely enamored with Life and all its many luxuries.

Bleached jeans included...

Thriving 20's...

Velvet Scarf: Nicole Fahri, Black Cardigan: American Apparel, T-Shirt: H&M, Jeans: 510 Super Skinny Jeans, Shoes: Zara, Watch: Michael Kors, Rings: All Saints, Spencer

Yes, tomorrow is Friday and I can hardly wait. What a week, what a freakin week. Looking forward to celebrating a friend's birthday at one of my favorite sushi places here in Fort Myers - Blu Sushi. Nothing says pure luxury like spicy tuna rolls and lava drops. Yum.

It's the little events like this that make this boring place a little more tolerable. I'm also going to meet with my real estate agent because I'm looking to move into our downtown area in one of the luxury high rises. Fingers crossed I find something by the time I have to renew my current lease - by next Thursday.

Here's looking to the weekend...

Shifting Focus...

Circle Scarf: American Apparel, Blazer and Tee: H&M, Jeans: Levi 510 Super Skinny, Floral Espadrilles: Forever21, Watch: Michael Kors, Bracelet: Erika Pena, Rings: All Saints, Spencers

Ever since my birthday last week, I've been moving in a new direction. I'm now feeling a sense of focus and determination to be the best that I can at anything I touch. This certainly is the case with my wardrobe. I've completely turned to all black ensembles as not just a sartorial expression of the new me, but as a type of armor if you will.

It's funny, I always thought I would find myself before I turned 24. Sure enough of who I was before I blew out the last birthday candle on that faithful night...but you know what, it's better late than never.

Hello, Ernest...we've been expecting you...

Anyone Have The Time...

Chico's Necklace, Banana Republic Button Up, Levi Jeans, Zara Loafers, Michael Kors Watch

I wanted to show you guys this insanely amazing, BEYOND FAB necklace I scored at Chico's. It was only $68 and reflects the growing trend of statement pieces with beads and color that add an extra something to the entire piece. This is very Marni inspired and I'm completely smitten with it. They are truly doing big things over there, the jewelry is completely BANANAS and so affordable.

Wore this to the office on Friday and all of my friends kept saying it looked like I had a ton of watch bands around my neck! Love it! This is truly going to be a go to piece for sure, as the weather continues to rise - there goes my "Summer" knits - I am going to have to find more fun and interesting ways to spruce up the wardrobe.

I do believe I'll be heading back to Chico's soon for a few more pieces...See you there!

Grey Gardens...

Soma Pleated Scarf, H&M Sweater, 510 Super Skinny Jeans, Michael Kors Watch, All Saints Ring, Aldo Oxfords

So, there was this someone who I was really looking forward to hearing from on my bday last week, but they never called! It's a little upsetting when you believe in someone and they disappoint you! I guess I can't be too mad though, this is GOD way of saying, this isn't the situation I wanted for you.

Knowing and acknowledging the possibility of there being something bigger and more promising out there for me...I forgive him.

Stop! Hammer Time...

American Apparel Circle Scarf and Harem Pants, Forever21 Basic Tee, Zara Purple Suede Loafers, Michael Kors Watch

2 weeks ago while I was in NY, I decided to do myself a favor and get a pair of harems. I've been debating back and forth on whether or not I had the confident to pull them off - because I pretty much decided I had to have a pair, I just need to believe in myself enough to know that I would look amazing no matter what I wore. So, I went to American Apparel and got them.

These are probably the most lightweight, most comfortable pair of pants I probably have ever owned - aside from the jumpers I wore as an infant. Thanks, Mom. I seriously only wish they came with pockets. Oh well, I guess it's time to invest in that all the time, anywhere, black leather bag I've been obsessing over.

Wore this to an outside mall, oh excuse me, lifestyle center last Saturday. The looks I got were priceless. One guy even had the guts to ask, "are you a back-up dancer for MC Hammer?". I mean, Harry Winston always believed, "People are going to stare. Might as well give them something to look at".

Amen, Harry. Amen!

Fashion Dialogue...

WSJ Magazine


Vice Magazine

WSJ Magazine and VICE are featuring 2 SUPERB profiles on 2 iconic fashion industry legends this month. I always love when I come across a profile of a designer because it's always that rare glimpse inside a mad scientist's laboratory where they reveal (some, not all) their intricately laid ways of thinking and how they approach what they do everyday.

Sometimes, the profile is a monologue - a journalist's perceptive view of a powerhouse and what's keeping the charge - WSJ and Patrizio Bertelli. But sometimes you may stumble upon a dialogue between the designer and the reporter - VICE and Karl Lagerfeld. Those to me are always more fun. In a way, a profiled dialogue opens the door wider to this idea that Fashion is no longer just a monologue. In many ways it's becoming a dialogue, a conversation if you will, but no longer just between the designers and editors, but between everyone who gives a shit, has a camera, and some type of internet connection.

Now, more than ever, everyone wants to be apart of that dialogue with Fashion and I think that's wonderful. We need support groups to okay when we spend $700 on red soled shoes, or when we prefer a pair of distressed vintage Levis over anything else, or why we deem every sartorial purchase we really can't afford as an "investment". And can you think of anyone better to lead that group than the men and women responsible for the "drugs" that many of us are all so addicted to...

Neither can I.

Photo Credits: WSJ Magazine; Vice Magazine

Happy Birthday...

Today, we'll all eat cake because it's my 24th birthday! We'll also eat CiCi's Pizza becaus that's one of my favorite restaurants. They have a birthday special, $3.99 all you can eat - I'M IN! Birthdays are nice, it's the one day you matter most! More than any of the other people around you that may be more amazing than you are. Even a complete stranger will pass you and tell you, Happy Birthday. Now what's not special about that...

As the crowd cheered, they showered the Prince with gifts...
1. Macbook
2. Starbucks Giftcard - Venti Soy Iced Chai Latte w/ Dbl Shots are taken care of all next week!
3. Edible Cookie Display - so yummy, all were made from butter cookies with the good, cheap icing.
4. Amazon.com Giftcard - Bought the Moshi Clearguard Keyboard Cover for the MB
5. Lunch from Panera - Love their Fuji Apple Chicken Salad
6. A blessing to awake this morning to celebrate this day and accept such amazing wishes and gifts.

Reflecting on so many things that have happened to me - both good and bad, and I can't help but think about how BLESSED I am to be where and WHO I am today. Remember, live each day as if it's your last and never forget to - Breathe, Smile, and Take A Bow. The world is a stage, only you can decide whether you're cast for the lead or supporting role! Now, I must dash off to the ball - I have until midnight and it's back to the pumpkin patch!

Seeing A Pattern...

J.Crew sweater, H&M trousers, All Saints Boots, Tiffany ring, All Saints ring, Spencer's ring

Can't keep my feet out of these All Saints boots! Loving the fact that I can dress them up or down and they pretty much go with just about everything in my wardrobe. I'm definitely seeing a pattern with the way I am dressing this season, this year...All black, navy, grey and white; paired with killer accessories. Absolutely dying for large rings this year as well! Truly graduating to a more chic and tailored look! Very French and very what I'm lusting to achieve everyday! Here's round 2...so far, tres chic!

NOTE: My 24th birthday is tomorrow and I'm really looking forward to being a full box of candles - Fun Fact #24: there are 24 birthday candles in a box.

A Little Bigger Than Fries....

When the average American thinks of Paris or the French, they think of the golden arches secret fried, salty weapon. Welp, I'm here to tell you, it's a little bigger than french fries. This 3:30minute video by Style.com , sums up last week's PFW - Paris Fashion Week for those not drinking the Kool-Aid. And man, what a week, WHAT A FREAKIN WEEK! This is what you call true artistry, craftsmanship, pure luxury done sartorially RIGHT!

Eyes closed; clicking purple loafers - there's no place like Paris, there's no place like Paris...

Video Credit: Style.com

Final Act...

Speechless...

Let The Saints Say, Amen...

Current Lust Affair - All Saints Suede Damisi Boot

Ok - let's get right into it. I went to NY and LA for 2wks and boy did I have a blast! NY is always fun (minus the freak blizzard, but fun all the same). LA on the other hand was the greatest experience of my life. I can't believe that it was only 2 weeks ago that I was driving in the land of excess fame, fortune, and plastic blondey goodness! The weather, food, and shopping will gleefully haunt my dreams for many nights to come.

Anyway, I want to talk about my new All Saints Suede Damisi Boots. I'm completely obsessed! They're so perfect it's not even funny. I had to purchase one amazing item from LA to bring back and brag to all of my friends about it. Why not these sick ass boots. Oh, I do believe we are going to be very happy together. Wore this outfit to my friend's Oscar Party - yeah I know, that was like weeks ago, but my stupid box of scrap metal called a PC was on it's freakin period! I couldn't take it anymore!!!!

So I finally drank from the sacred glass of Apple Kool-Aid and got a MacBook. Now I'm wondering how did I ever function without this beautiful specimen of advanced technology known as a notebook? Whoa, revealing a lot in one post...Sorry about that, didn't realize how much I missed blogging till I didn't have it for 2wks. Anywho, now back to our regularly scheduled program...