"You the whole package, and you pay your taxes"

My head has become consumed with college. Yes I have send in all my applications and transcripts and scores and recommendations, but now I must wait until the first week of April. How awful? So now I am in the position of just trying to maintain great grades and volunteering. I wake up everyday wondering what is my motivation to go to school. What am I working for, what am I wanting to become, what is the goal? In some way I know that I could never change my personality. Which is the personality of a beyond driven, always wanting more, and frantic person. I could never fully give up and quit trying but the temptation is overwhelming. I can't remember the last time I did not want to stop and focus on me. If not everyday, most days I think will I or will I not get into the college of my choice. I get reassurance from others, but sometimes that is not enough. The idea that with time the truth will be revealed could not be more true. Soon, hopefully, I will know my fate. Truly though, my mind wont be at rest until April. So until then I will mentally die slowly. I just have to wake up everyday knowing that I will figure it out.

Photos are from Gant Fall/Winter 2010 and flickr

"Money can't buy you happiness, it is happiness"

It is that time again when I really don't know my focus or more specifically my inspirations. Yet one is certain. I can't wait for the Black Friday shopping and the deals. I love the atmosphere of the chaos more than anything. Enjoy some kooky and crazy women in my mind.

Photos from Marc Jacobs, Tom Ford

"Oh there's a nice piece of ham"

The outfit is a mix of references I have been meaning to express. If I was to assign it a decade then I would say probably the mid 1950's. The best way to describe the theme, overall, collegiate girl. But obviously not a modern collegiate girl because then she would look like a bum, with sweatpants. This scholarly woman focuses on studying and goes to the library in her free time and on the weekend makes bad decisions. Oh how a outfit can tell a story.


Outfit: Dress is Simply Vera Vera Wang, Shoes from Target, Sweater from H&M, Sunglasses from American Eagle, and necklace is vintage.

Minimal, yet Complicated

At one point in every one's life they realize that all they want to wear is simple garments. Fabric can be embellished, detailed, and decorated. But a beautifully cut piece of fabric at its simplest form is just as charming. Halston understood that a cut with few intrusions is just as special. Either I am getting lazier and want to wear less layers OR I am appreciating minimalism. The J. Crew Spring 2011 collection is not exactly great for the current weather. Yet it is strikingly, awe-inspiring.

The shirt dress is peachy, in color and attitude. I am also fully bewitched by the styling.
A simple and elegant stripe sweater. Done beautifully in terms of color.

A sequin long skirt is indescribable. In a good way, of course.

Photos from style.com

I try to express how I feel; But it changes every day and I am finding it hard

Is it sad that all I want to do is cry while listening to Kate Nash? No, not at all. I am in that mood again where all I want to be is somber and pensive. We read a "Man's Search for Meaning" in English class and it got me thinking about what my will in life is. I haven't really determined that but I am figuring out the person I would like to be. Which is part good and part bad, mostly due the fact you aren't supposed to be yourself. I am trying to be myself but only the best me.

I found these pictures on the blog Backyard Bill. I am enamored by the man's style and sense of ease. Everything about him seems relaxed yet formal. I have always questioned and experimented with the line of what is formal. I tend to be more formal in appearance, but I think that my demeanor is quite approachable. Sometimes a picture is worth a thousand words or a little time to ponder it.

Also, congratulations to Carey Mulligan for being named Harper's Bazaar Best Dressed. It is much deserved. She is a great actress that shows her true youthful and new voice through her work and clothing.

Photos courtesy of Backyard Bill

Woodstock Awaits!

Ahh Americana! The recipe for a good western look is

1. One Denim Shirt
2. Subtle and Worn Leather
3. Bootcut Jeans
4. Native American Jewelry that you got from invading their land and
5. Southern Attitude!

Outfit: Shirt from J. Crew, Jeans from American Eagle, Necklaces from Target, Ring and Purse from Forever 21, nail color is Urban Outfitters Nude, and Shoes are Madison

I See Your True Colors

Not to be repetitive, but I have been loving subtle and rich colors for the winter-feeling fall season. They are more luxurious and tres chic. Definitely something everyone should be trying to achieve in these coming months. Why does winter mean awful down feather jackets? Punch up any outfit with great color such as raspberry or mustard. I really think that when down right a purple and butternut orange/yellow can be amazing.

Shown are some great ideas to color your rainbow. The Urban Outfitters nail polish in dark orange and charcoal are divine. I really am beginning to only buy nail polish from UO. The packaging is great for travel, the colors are always rich, and thick in texture. Tom Ford ,well I won't go into I great he is a human, but his lip color is definitely great for a rouge lip. The picture above is mine of some winter accessories. The shoes are a great find from Payless Shoe Source, the knit snood was present while New York City, necklace from Target, and mustard clutch from New York & Company. Each accessory adds texture and color to bleak outfits.