Layers and Rings

I'm just so pleased with autumn's gradual arrival. I've missed layering my clothing...

This week IFB asked us to have some "nail fun" and post our current nail polish. But my nails are naked...always naked. I haven't painted them since I painted them black for senior prom. Despite what a girly-girl I am, nail polish just is not one of my indulgences...I prefer dressing up my hands and feet with rings like I'm a gypsy. 

Outfit details:

Floral scarf and maxi dress//Target

Blazer//Vintage

Cameo pin//Vintage

Necklace//Antique

Owl ring//Charlotte Russe

Ruby ring//Vintage

Rose ring//Antique

Toe ring//Vintage

Shoes//ModCloth

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A Circle Skirt With Little Circles On It ^_^

Autumn and winter will not thwart my skirt wearing! Lately I’ve been accumulating skirts of longer lengths and thicker fabrics, preparing for another Midwestern winter. Though it’s still August, the air already is whispering of the season change. 

(During the shoot a clan of belligerent lobsters came and clobbered off my left foot...I still can't find it anywhere.)

I picked up this skirt recently, and I daresay my closet will see others like it in the future. Long, full skirts like this melt my heart and make my knees weak. They’re just so romantic, and it’s close as I can get to the lavish fashions of the late 19th century without people wondering what play I’m rehearsing for. 

I adore this cameo ring above all cameo rings. You can't see too well in my photos, but there are three women outlined here...I like to think they are goddesses ^_^

Actually -I confess- I also picked up an even longer and fuller skirt than this one merely for my own delight...Yes, I’m aware: I’m kind of a dork. 

I love a good pair of cozy sweat pants like anybody else, but I really would wear a corset, crinoline and hat on a daily basis if it were still socially acceptable. 

Which fashion era (or eras) most influences your fashion choices?

Outfit details:

Faux black pearl earrings//Kohls

T-shirt//Target

Cardigan, socks, and silver bird ring//Charlotte Russe

Cameo ring//Etsy

Skirt//Vintage 1960s

Shoes//Bumper via ModCloth

It's Only the Real World

"Careful"

By Paramore

Listen Here.

I settle down
A twisted up frown
Disguised as a smile well
You would have never known
I had it all but not what I wanted
'Cause hope for me was a place uncharted
And overgrown

You'd make your way in
I'd resist you just like this
You can't tell me to feel
The truth never set me free
So I did it myself

You can't be too careful anymore
When all that is waiting for you won't come any closer
You've got to reach out a little more
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Open your eyes like I open mine
It's only the real world
A life you will never know
Shifting your weight to throw off the pain
Well you can ignore it
But only for so long

You look like I did
You resist me just like this
You can't tell me to heal
And it hurts remembering how it felt to shut down

Can't be too careful anymore
When all that is waiting for you won't come any closer
You've got to reach out a little more
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The truth never set me free
The truth never set me free
The truth never set me free
So I'll do it myself

You can't be too careful anymore
When all that is waiting for you won't come any closer
You've got to reach out

Can't be too careful anymore
When all that is waiting for you won't come any closer
You've got to reach out more
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Outfit details:

Blouse//My Vintage Shop

Skirt//Target

Earrings and Socks//Kohls

Shoes//Rue 21

Jack

This ensemble strays far from my typically girlish attire, but I sort of like that about it. I feel very relaxed and comfortable in my structured, boyish threads. 

Whenever fashion challenges gender roles, I always get a little excited. I like when traditional culture ideals are pressed and changed in fashion (and in other areas as well). When I discovered that in the 18th century young boys wore dresses up to age 10, I was intrigued. They were not allowed to wear pants during this part of their life because, supposedly, the flowing fabric of dresses allowed for better growth. Nowadays, if a young boy put on a dress, he would be severely, severely ridiculed. Dresses are for ladies. Ties are for men. Those are the rules. But why? Does a woman need a dress in order to be recognized as a woman? Does a man need pants in order to be recognized as a man? If gender does not change the quality of a person, why must it be distinguished at all? 

How do you feel about all this? I'd love to hear other insights. 

Outfit details:

Earrings//Vintage

Shirt//Old Navy, thrifted

Belt//Vintage

Shorts//Vintage BONGO

Shoes//Payless

Thursdays are for Thrifters

Back to School

Though I will miss the freedom of summertime, I’m looking forward to fall and my sophomore year of college. Last semester I dared to make friends with some classmates, so I’m hoping I’ll by chance be in class with them again. It’s always nice to have a few buds who will secretly make fun of the teacher with you ;)

I’m particularly looking forward to Intermediate French. The entire class is conducted in French, which may prove challenging, but it will be wonderful. I feel like my voice -fairly light and lilting- sounds better in French, but that could just be my imagination. Today my professor (she is a doll) brought us éclairs. In the past she has brought pain au chocolat, madelines, and crêpes. I don't know how any French people stay thin...all the pastries! So good.

I’ll also be taking Introduction to Fiction and Magazine Production, which is my way of indulging my literary fancies. When I transfer to a four year college, I'll major in creative writing, so hopefully these classes are just a taste of what literary deliciousness is to come. I’ll be sure to update my Current Reads page if I come across any intriguing literature. 

Then there’s World Religions, which I’m taking to fulfill a credit requirement, but I think it shall be interesting nonetheless. I believe it’s important to have an understanding of various religions and cultures. If we don’t, how can we expect to reach out to people? 

Are you taking classes this fall? What is your course of study?

Outfit details:

Blouse//Charlotte Russe

Earrings//Hand-me-downs

Suede Skirt//My Vintage Shop

Handbag//My Vintage Shop