Saturday, January 9, 2010

The Horizon is Only a Point on the Map

Perfect day.. Shelby and I had Pho 79 for lunch and then took some pictures.  She leaves for school today for the semester and I'm really sad about it.. Shelby is a rare breed of friend.. one of the only girls I know who is completely not catty at all and she's so genuine and sweet and I feel like we really connect.. definitely a friend for life!  She just started her (new) blog Moment of Clarity that will document her life in photography and misc.. so be sure to check it out.. she's very talented and so, so, so completely sweet!


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I bought my red tights a couple weeks ago and have been DIEING to wear them!  I just couldn't seem to find the right match, but when I rediscovered this hat given to me as a gift by one of my best friends Danielle last Christmas (with the tag still on it.. what the heck was I thinking!), the shades matched perfectly and it was just meant to be.  
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I wanted to keep the look simple, but interesting, and thought that the hat needed something with it, so I found this bow clip that I hadn't found the right thing to wear with yet either, and that tan in the bow matched perfectly with the blouse, and the tan in the bow was lace so I paired it with the lace black skirt! Funny how an outfit comes together.  I always pick one item I REALLY want to wear (i.e., I started this outfit off with the red tights) and just kind of go from there based on what kind of mood I'm in that day or what I've been inspired by lately.

Also.. the bag pictured is my vintage Coach bag! I ADORE it so much, I can't stop wearing it.  I really need to take it in to get the leather cleaned up, but it's in amazing condition anyways.  Definitely one of my best thrift finds.

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 I know, I know.. it's way past Christmas.. but the tree just looked so pretty!


Patrick's coming over later for a cuddle date.. gotta love those.  Maybe he will let me watch the outtakes from "500 Days of Summer"..!  Any other good movie recommendations? I'm feeling an indie romance flick..


Thanks for your New York City thrift recommendations.. I will be checking out as much as possible!


Outfit Details: 
Hat: Gift
Bow: Forever 21
Top: Charlotte Russe
Skirt: Thrifted
Tights: Hue
Shoes: Etsy


Currently Playing: Great Lake Swimmers, "New Light"

15 comments:

  1. Beautiful photos! I love the light in these! And the tights are beautiful on you, especially with the hat.

    I'm from Richmond. I love it like I was born here!

    xx

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  2. I loveeee these photos so much! You look so pretty! You're right.. the hat and tights go perfect together. I love how you put together outfits. Have you ever seen "Wristcutters: a love story"? I love that one!

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  3. Very nice photos. I love the shadow effects. Oh and the outfit is lovely!

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  4. the bow and the tights are just so adorable.

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  5. This oufit is so so cute. I need some red tights, every time I see an outfit with them I swoon. Also love your bag!

    I suggest Away We Go if you haven't seen it. A lot like 500 Days...super funny and sweet. It's one of my favorites!

    Oh, and if you ever decide to visit Asheville we should meet up!

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  6. cute hat! I am a sucker for hats :)

    your friend sounds like a keeper. I rarely find girls who are honest and sweet like your friend

    Nick & Norah's infinite playlist is cute, with another great indie soundtrack!

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  7. ps I second Tieka, Wristcutters is surprisingly sweet and endearing

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  8. I think this outfit is perfect! I adore how your hat matches your tights.
    I really love the photo of you sitting on the steps, it is so sweet and pretty.

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  9. Beautiful photos and a beautiful look! You've matched the reds perfectly, and I love how it looks classic and yet funky all at once :)

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  10. i love your fabulous red tights! you've pulled this look off perfectly. you are just stunning!

    xo.
    princesspolitico

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  11. Wonderful pictures. I loveeee your super cute outfit. Gorgeous blog.

    Have a great day.
    xo

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  12. these pictures are beautiful of you and i think the red tights are the perfect touch for that outfit. also, THOSE SHOES! i'm in love.

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  13. I have been over here like 6 times over the past two days and was interrupted while reading every time!! The weekends are chaos! Anyway, what I wanted to tell you is that this whole photo shoots is very very lovely. the light the angles the outfit the mood! Just gorgeous! I also wanted to you to know that I have been wanting to write you an email for like a week now! Ever since you made the comment about my house! That whole open unlocked door and window thing was in my parents house while I was growing up. my house now Is solid and secure! You can stay here ANYTIME and I guarantee you will feel safe as a flea on a tiger. :D

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  14. lovely outfit and great bag!


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