Tuesday, July 30, 2013

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Yes, this is a beautiful closet but, this is not a man I could have sex with. I'm sorry, with whom I would be comfortable having the sex. He also strikes me as someone who would correct my grammar. It's a Katie question really...

3 rules...

Never date a man who...

1. has longer hair than you
2. takes longer to get ready than you
3. already has matching hangers... he will never need you.

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Amazing color scheme here...

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The hunt for the perfect overcoat continues this Fall after a J.Crew purchase made me feel like a flasher. Wish me luck.

Sunday, July 28, 2013

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stripes! check. tweed! check. will mix and match! check.

Focusing on mixing what few prints I have come this Fall.

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Saturday, July 27, 2013

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This staircase is the perfect small space solution. Notice the boards are designed for a specific foot.

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Finally framed new artwork after too long and purchased pillow inserts for pillow cases I've had for an eternity. Now I have 4 pillows... FOUR! And no I'm not going to iron them... living dangerously.

Friday, July 26, 2013

.. of Closets


The perfect wardrobe. Wooden hangers and a grey palette.

Try this yourself! Set up a rail in your room and make it your living inspiration board.

1. Keep all of your new items there and only move them to your other closet after they've been worn at least once. This will ensure you wear everything you buy and if you don't wear it you can figure out why. I'm looking at you purple shirt with puffy sleeves. You were a lapse in judgement.

2. Rotate the remainder of the items based on season and your current color inspiration.

3. If you're super advanced and ya know don't have a full time job or basically anything else to do, set up outfits for easy grab & go. From left to right hang a pant, a tank, a shirt, and an outerwear piece all in a row. For extra work, hang corresponding jewelry around the hook. It will remind you to at least attempt to be more adventurous. We tend to choose our old stand-bys when we're in a hurry. When we have more time, we can think about the things we really want to wear. Doing this in advance will help you avoid a rut. 

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This cafe might be the best thing I've seen all year...

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This happened. And it was awesome.

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The updated suit = short pants and brogues. And while I wouldn't necessarily wear it on a job interview... just kidding I don't interview... I would wear it on a date... just kidding I don't date.

I would wear it around the house when I'm home alone... usually knitting.

I need a life...

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Wednesday, July 24, 2013

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One of the many reasons I believe I need nude heels.

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Really good eyebrows...

Monday, July 22, 2013

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She's one of my favorites.

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"You will never be completely at home again, because part of your heart always will be elsewhere. That is the price you pay for the richness of loving and knowing people in more than one place."

-Miriam Adeney

so that's why...

Sunday, July 21, 2013

.. of Shopping


The perfect shade of grey.

Though this does remind me of something... has anyone noticed that the back pockets on J.Crew denim have gotten a little out of hand? I tried on two pairs yesterday that fit like perfection then I turned around... aaaaand Mom Butt.

I know I know, the thinking is that the larger the pocket, the smaller your butt looks. Like if I stood next to Yao Ming...


I would look tiny. See? Look how small their butts look! Just kidding, they're Asian and therefore their butts are not in the running... no pun intended.

In general, this strategy works. I'm sure it has something to do with the laws of physics. J.Crew though, with their pockets the size of Kansas made my ass look inverted. 

Too much J.Crew... too much. I know your regular clientele would prefer to hide their ass-ets to appear even more spindly than they probably already are, as evidenced by the denim names, Matchstick and Toothpick.

I however, am not one of those people. Based on the names, I shouldn't even be trying them on! Just like I shouldn't be in Forever 21. But, I did what I did. And they did what they did. And it was bad. 

So in the future, if we could all agree that Butts aren't Bad and Asses are Amazing, I think we'll have more Super Sales and Ringing Registers. Until then...

Saturday, July 20, 2013

.. of Hair Inspiration


Gooood hair! You have very good hair! Don't let anybody tell you different.

I shouldn't have eaten that cookie... = home alone for the evening problems. Because if nobody saw you eat it, it never happened.

.. of Quotes

"I love you without knowing how, or when, or from where.
I love you straightforwardly, without complexities or pride;
So I love you because I know no other way
Than this: where I does not exist, nor you,
So close that your hand on my chest is my hand,
So close that your eyes close as I fall asleep."

-Pablo Neruda

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In my dreams. But, really how cool would it be to be able to make the perfect sweater any time you wanted one!

Friday, July 19, 2013

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So simple. So clean.

Watching a documentary on the Dust Bowl = depressing as fuck.

.. of Interiors


Thursday, July 18, 2013

Wednesday, July 17, 2013

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If you don't have pets or kids, spend money on area rugs. You're welcome.

.. of Hair Inspiration


You have nice hair. I feel some Fall highlights coming on...

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I'm drawn to this image. Something about good seams really gets me going. Whenever you're shopping, check the seams, especially on jackets and blazers. It's the first place fast fashion cuts corners to reduce costs. It's an industry insider's dirty little secret that damaged product ie ripped seams and poor construction, can be sold easily in the US because what that consumer seeks most often is a 'deal'. In Europe, it would sell at deep discounts, maybe. And in China and Japan you couldn't give it away for free. Don't be a sucker, any crazy stitches or rips, set it down gently and back away from the rack. 

*helpful tip of the day = accomplished

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As Fall collections hit stores, my bookmarks are going to increase exponentially.

Tuesday, July 16, 2013

Monday, July 15, 2013

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Bitch stole my do...

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Majestic Diesel.

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Making me reconsider platform sandals.

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I don't even know what's happening here but I love it.