tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-41233087175104395642024-02-07T21:12:43.370-05:00Finders KeepersBrittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11339160638866706311noreply@blogger.comBlogger138125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4123308717510439564.post-80095041815524564182011-04-24T08:42:00.000-04:002011-04-24T08:42:54.644-04:00New blog!<div style="text-align: center;">Hey friends!</div><div style="text-align: center;">I've started a new blog that will focus more on married life, </div><div style="text-align: center;">daily musings, and my inspirations rather than just the fashion stuff. </div><div style="text-align: center;">If you'd like to follow, please click <a href="http://allthisweirdbeauty.blogspot.com/">here!</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5648398866/" title="IMG_8685 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="IMG_8685" height="233" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5186/5648398866_a918e34831.jpg" width="500" /></a></div>Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11339160638866706311noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4123308717510439564.post-86229840375040739172011-02-25T14:51:00.000-05:002011-02-25T14:51:56.229-05:00The last post.Hey lovlies,<br />
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Blogging has certainly been a journey for me. I've met so many amazing people, learned new things, and it's just really exposed me to new things I wouldn't have been exposed to otherwise. <br />
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Alas, all good things must come to an end. My life is INCREDIBLE right now. I'm engaged to the man of my dreams, planning a wedding, almost ready to enter my senior year of school, moving into our first place together, and about to apply to grad schools, most of which are across the country. As school and my personal life become more of a priority, the internet world becomes less of one. <br />
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So, I'm hanging out my blogging boots (bad analogy?), and I'm retiring the blog. That isn't to say I won't be back, though! However, more than likely, if I get time in the summer, or sometime next year, I will start a new blog, probably more focused on married life.<br />
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Thanks to all my friends for sticking by & you will all be missed!<br />
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Love,<br />
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BrittanyBrittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11339160638866706311noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4123308717510439564.post-55836379334114684732011-01-17T12:01:00.000-05:002011-01-17T12:01:40.180-05:00Wedding Blog & Giveaway Winner!First of all, I'm proud to announce my new wedding blog, <a href="http://therusticbride.tumblr.com/">The Rustic Bride</a>! I'm going to be posting my inspiration, rants, reviews, and random thoughts on all things wedding! Feel free to follow if you are into that kinda thing.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4PgyZWpGsa8CwXLt55s0b1ZU6NPAS11AYTgguo7DacpV6opWWmxODkw5FcP9lz-DzQLz6_dJDIj6hEzJAQ70QO_JEvR0m5L7w0BLo6J2eLkLsMmisMN87bRVrb_9nUP85eb7g6ktOuqWK/s1600/barn+wedding+lights+bride+groom+ceremony.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="393" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4PgyZWpGsa8CwXLt55s0b1ZU6NPAS11AYTgguo7DacpV6opWWmxODkw5FcP9lz-DzQLz6_dJDIj6hEzJAQ70QO_JEvR0m5L7w0BLo6J2eLkLsMmisMN87bRVrb_9nUP85eb7g6ktOuqWK/s400/barn+wedding+lights+bride+groom+ceremony.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Image via <a href="http://www.onelovephoto.com/">One Love Photo</a></span></i></div><br />
Next, we have the giveaway winner from the $100 <a href="http://shopbop.com/">Shopbop</a> Giveaway! Congrats to Lisa from <a href="http://confessionsofacallcentergal.blogspot.com/">Confessions of a Call Center Gal</a>! Lisa was chosen from Random.org. Thanks to everyone who entered!Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11339160638866706311noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4123308717510439564.post-76301205164176288522011-01-10T11:36:00.001-05:002011-01-10T11:37:38.027-05:00Black VelvetMeet my current favorite dress, this lovely black long-sleeved number! It is as warm as can be & can be paired with just about anything. I wore it with red tights and gold oxfords on Christmas, but didn't get any pictures because I was busy working in the morning & going from house to house the whole day! Alas, the dress is perfect for such occasions or simply going to Tropical Smoothie, as Shelby & I did last week.<br />
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<center><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5324917982/" title="DSC_0004 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="DSC_0004" height="640" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5121/5324917982_5489b970f1_z.jpg" width="429" /></a><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5324916838/" title="DSC_0005 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="DSC_0005" height="640" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5165/5324916838_e020cb0791_z.jpg" width="429" /></a></center>I want to thank you all for your warm regards to my engagement post & all of your well wishes! It is truly the most exciting time in our lives and while most people in our lives are extremely supportive, there have been a few challenges in sharing the news that has ultimately lead to unforeseen circumstances. I don't want to go into much detail, because really, when the news went public, we were completely flooded with friends and family who were so overjoyed & were practically waiting everyday for us to make an engagement announcement. Nothing & no one can bring us down, and tough situations like these are what bring Patrick and I together even closer. We know that no matter what the situation, when life gets tough, we have each other to rely on. I'm naturally a worrier, but when doubts about school, work, money, and the future arise, I just step back and realize that I have Patrick, and it is the most comforting feeling in the entire world.<br />
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<center><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5324315677/" title="DSC_0015 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="DSC_0015" height="429" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5089/5324315677_ab3d92103c_z.jpg" width="640" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5324315289/" title="DSC_0013 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="DSC_0013" height="640" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5041/5324315289_b6782db366_z.jpg" width="429" /></a></center>In more positive news, I've set a date to look at wedding dresses... the weekend of March 12! My mom, my stepmom, and my best friend (hopefully!) are going to Baltimore for a trunk show of a designer I absolutely adore & have had my eye on for a while, but of course I'm not going to reveal on here until after my big day! I will say, though, that Pat has seen the one particular dress I want. We are nontraditional like that! I searched forever for a vintage dress, but ultimately had no luck & I really didn't want to buy online. Bummer but I've already planned out engagement photos & I'm going to be wearing one of my favorite vintage dresses for that!<br />
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<center><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5324921620/" title="DSC_0016 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="DSC_0016" height="429" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5001/5324921620_41ed3c5341_z.jpg" width="640" /></a><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5324309799/" title="DSC_0012 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="DSC_0012" height="429" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5045/5324309799_eaae8f30ce_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></center>I promise, no more wedding blabbing from this point on, except for mentioning the big stuff perhaps! I'm going to try to start up the wedding blog tonight, for those of you interested! I will <a href="http://twitter.com/#%21/finderskeeperss">tweet</a> the link & post it next time I do a blog post!<br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;"><i>*photos by Shelby Ballou! </i></span>Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11339160638866706311noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4123308717510439564.post-49404878330496478722011-01-05T12:51:00.001-05:002011-01-05T12:55:33.438-05:00$100 Shopbop Gift Card Giveaway!In celebration of my engagement, I have teamed up with Shopbop to host a $100 gift card giveaway! <a href="http://www.shopbop.com/welcome">Shopbop.com</a> has easily been one of my favorite shopping websites since I can even remember. I browse the "What's New" section several times a week and can't get enough. Since I'm in the market for pretty dresses (engagement parties & engagement photos & rehersal dinners, oh my!), one of the first places I went to browse was Shopbop.<br />
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Shopbop is THE shop to covet all of your fashion needs. Into trends? Shopbop's got you covered. More of a basics girl? They've got more than you can imagine! I've been in the market for a pair of black leggings & absolutely love what I found. Several brands to note include <a href="http://www.shopbop.com/falke/br/v=1/2534374302102411.htm?all">Falke</a>, <a href="http://www.shopbop.com/plush-clothes-leggings/br/v=1/2534374302167457.htm?all">Plush leggings</a>, and <a href="http://www.shopbop.com/david-lerner-clothes-leggings/br/v=1/2534374302145855.htm?all">David Lerner leggings</a>. I'm a strong believer that you can never have enough staples, especially when the quality is the utmost priority of the shop, which Shopbop has clearly proved time and time again.<br />
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<b>Rules:</b><br />
1. Anyone can enter & this contest is open to international readers! (Shopbop even offers<i> free</i> international shipping in 3 days. Need I say more?)<br />
2. Be sure to leave your email so I can contact you if you win!<br />
3. One comment per person. You may leave one additional comment if you tweet the contest and link to this page. You may also leave one additional comment if you blog this contest and link back to this page.<br />
4. Contest ends <b>Sunday, January 16, 2011</b>. <br />
3. Good luck!<br />
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<i>* P.S.- Shopbop has an amazing "<a href="http://www.shopbop.com/shop-under-100/br/v=1/2534374302159431.htm">Under $100</a>" section that I adore- be sure to check it out!</i>Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11339160638866706311noreply@blogger.com248tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4123308717510439564.post-77224155921584039662011-01-03T10:37:00.000-05:002011-01-03T10:37:56.987-05:00Apple of my eye, acorn of my treeYesterday, I had the best day of my life. Patrick and I decided to meet up for a breakfast date at our favorite place, somewhere we've been going since we were in high school- Beckett's. He showed up to pick me up with the most beautiful flowers!<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5320302458/" title="engagement! 016 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="engagement! 016" height="429" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5203/5320302458_8e53cd2b1c_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></center>While we had the camera out, I had to show off my new Frye boots Patrick got my for Christmas. Am I the luckiest girl ever, or what?? <br />
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We enjoyed our favorite, eggs benedict, and let me tell you.. it was the best eggs benedict I've ever had.<br />
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After breakfast, it was POURING rain! We put on some good tunes and headed out. Patrick told me he was taking me to a secret location and I was blindfolded! I've never been blindfolded before and it was a little nerve-wrecking, considering I'm a control freak. It was funny though, I knew exactly what part of Norfolk we were in (on the interstate, there are these bumps on a particular exit, and I take that exit everyday to school), but had no idea where he could be taking me.<br />
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<center><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5320306080/" title="engagement! 033 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="engagement! 033" height="429" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5002/5320306080_e2c53828ab_z.jpg" width="640" /></a><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5319705471/" title="engagement! 035 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="engagement! 035" height="429" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5210/5319705471_ff789d3a36_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></center>Once we were parked, he led me out of the car into the "secret location." He said he was looking for the perfect spot in the "secret location" and finally took the blindfold off. When I opened my eyes, we were in a little cozy bookstore that I had never been to! He then gave the most beautiful speech, and reached out for a book on the bookshelf. He had created a book, entirely from scratch (yes, including the binding).. "The ABC's of PBJ." For those of you who don't know, our cutesy couples nickname is PBJ (Patrick and Brittany Jerome) after discovering on "The Office" Pam Beasely and Jim had the same nickname. The book was a collection of poems, alliterating each letter, a-z, incorporating inside jokes, memories, and the most heartfelt words I've ever read in my life. By this point, I was crying so hard that the words were blurring and I just saw the outline of Patrick on one knee, holding out a ring. I lost it and once he said those magical words, it took me a minute to compose myself enough to say yes!<br />
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<center><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5319705653/" title="engagement! 036 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="engagement! 036" height="640" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5286/5319705653_aaf9576890_z.jpg" width="429" /></a><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5320307132/" title="engagement! 038 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="engagement! 038" height="640" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5124/5320307132_29d29009dd_z.jpg" width="429" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5320307340/" title="engagement! 039 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="engagement! 039" height="640" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5205/5320307340_7944c3feda_z.jpg" width="429" /></a></center> After we were officially an engaged couple, we couldn't contain the excitement and were eager to share the news with family. Luckily, my dad's entire side of the family was gathering that night for a late Christmas celebration. It warmed my heart to see everyone so happy for us. <br />
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I should probably explain one thing. The engagement wasn't really a huge surprise, although the way he proposed certainly was! In fact.. back in April, I picked out my ring! Remember <a href="http://thefinders-keepersblog.blogspot.com/2010/04/dash-of-hope.html">this post</a>? That's the day I found it! It was at my favorite vintage shop and I knew from the second I saw it that it was my ring. We had been talking marriage for a couple of months so naturally I decided to see what was on the market. The ring never even needed resizing! It's circa 1930s sapphire with diamonds on the side.<br />
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<center><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5320307568/" title="engagement! 040 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="engagement! 040" height="429" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5047/5320307568_2a1df387c6_z.jpg" width="640" /></a><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5320310706/" title="engagement! 077 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="engagement! 077" height="429" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5288/5320310706_89b0eb7bfc_z.jpg" width="640" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5319709353/" title="engagement! 074 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="engagement! 074" height="429" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5084/5319709353_0a5dd9a409_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></center>Oh yeah, and did I mention that we've already began planning.. as in several months ago? Thus, why things have been so quiet on the blog! I am so pleased to say that we will be getting married November 5, 2011! We have our photographer, videographer, officiant, and I *think* I've found my dress! I'm so excited to share all of this with you, and if you read this entire post.. kudos! I will be sharing this journey with you guys and I've been toying with the idea of starting a little wedding blog to post my inspiration.. perhaps a Tumblr? Let me know what you think!Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11339160638866706311noreply@blogger.com29tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4123308717510439564.post-34451564589873519812010-12-13T12:58:00.002-05:002010-12-13T13:04:21.909-05:00Winter WonderlandI'm back! Did you miss me? This morning, as of 9:24 am, I finished all of my exams! These past couple of weeks I've been balancing work and exam studying, and I feel like I haven't had ANY time to really get in the Christmas spirit. As I was driving to my exam this morning, I noticed a few snowflakes which quickly multiplied. By the time I was finished with my exam, I noticed a dusting of snow! So pretty and the perfect solution to get me in the mood for Christmas! Weather in Virginia Beach is known for being extremely strange. We were in the 60s yesterday and today we have snow! I remember a few years ago, I wore shorts and a tshirt on Christmas. I will be having none of that this year!<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">entire outfit thrifted, DKNY tights</span></span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: left;">I honestly don't know what to do with myself over break! I'm working but will still have a lot of free time. I think I'm going to try to organize the room where I keep my clothes for the shop (it's a mess!) and try to see some friends that are home! I'm also getting a new car tomorrow, so I will be spending the day at the DMV. Patrick and I are really tight on money so we are doing lots of baking for gifts this year!</div><div style="text-align: left;"></div><br />
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<div style="text-align: left;">Do you like Patrick's "It's snowing!" face?! And now.. some fun action shots! Enjoy your day, loves!</div><div style="text-align: left;"></div><center><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5258407804/" title="Picnik collage by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="Picnik collage" height="396" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5008/5258407804_7b7cae1f06_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5257745177/" title="snow day 015 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="snow day 015" height="429" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5161/5257745177_058f6beec0_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5257747727/" title="snow day 022 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"></a><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5257747727/" title="snow day 022 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="snow day 022" height="640" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5247/5257747727_5041804248_z.jpg" width="429" /></a></div></center>Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11339160638866706311noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4123308717510439564.post-58692619809061948602010-11-30T08:59:00.000-05:002010-11-30T08:59:04.472-05:00Christmas WishlistI've seen a couple of wish lists out in the blogosphere & thought it was an appropriate time to create my own! (Appropriate time meaning I'm supposed to be writing an essay.) Some of the items are a bit more realistic than others.. in my mind at least. Anything's possible though, right family & friends!? Wink, wink...<br />
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<b>1. </b><b>Canon 5D Mark II</b>- My dream camera. The video capability is incredible and all of my favorite local photographers & friends seem to use this camera with dreamy results. My first purchase once I'm done with college and land a "real" job, I'm buying one of these babies.<br />
<b>2.</b><b> Tickets.</b> Plane tickets to the Washington coast? Sure! Fleet Foxes concert, front row and center? Lovely! I love tickets of all sorts.<br />
<b>3. </b><b>Hunter boots.</b> I've been aching for a pair and I've completely fallen head over heels for this salmon-colored pair. I'm also partial to the red, but I think the salmon would go with my wardrobe money. If I don't get a pair for Christmas I might have to splurge myself!<br />
<b>4.</b> <b>Pretty velvet part dress.</b> So pretty for ice skating, an activity Patrick and I do a lot in the winter! My 21st birthday is also around the corner so this dress would be perfect for a dinner date. I have a vintage black velvet dress I thrifted a while ago, but it doesn't compare to this silver one!<br />
<b>5.</b> <b>Ladylike gloves.</b> I particularly love the little bows on this pair and the robin's egg blue color. I have a great pair of tan leather fur-lined 1950s gloves, but this pair would be great for a pop of color!<br />
<b>6.</b><b> Prints.</b> I can't get enough of prints right now! Printed dresses, printed tops, printed skirts, printed tights. I'm into mixing and matching for interesting combinations. I love the muted tones of this dress from Toast, it's very neutral and would be perfect paired with just about anything.<br />
<b>7. </b><b>A boston terrier.</b> Sigh. If I had to pick one thing out of my wish list, I would want a boston terrier puppy more than ANYTHING! Patrick and I talk about our future boston all the time. He/she even has a name already! I can't wait to be a mommy to one of these precious dogs.<br />
<b>8. </b><b>Frye boots</b>. I've wanted a pair of these for a while. They are so timeless, classic, and chic and only get better with age! I wish I could afford more quality items that I will have forever, but that will come with time I suppose & that's why vintage is so great! I would want dark brown, it goes with just about everything & will age well!<br />
<b>9. </b><b>A designer bag.</b> Chloe bags have my heart! They are so feminine and sturdy. This one would never leave my side!<br />
<b>10.</b> <b>Macbook.</b> This will become a necessity sooner or later. Once we move out, we won't have a single computer! Well, Patrick has an old desktop and I have a laptop that crashes, but we will need a reliable one. Macbook is the perfect solution.. I've wanted one since I was a sophomore in high school!Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11339160638866706311noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4123308717510439564.post-29104372648484828632010-11-26T07:59:00.000-05:002010-11-26T07:59:58.162-05:00Black Friday 30% Off Sale!Hey guys, I'm having a Black Friday 30% Off Sale going on through the whole weekend! Snatch your favorite before it's gone! Head on over to <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/FindersKeeperss">Finders Keepers</a> right now & check everything out!<br />
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We also saw Horse Feathers earlier in the week at an amazing venue, The Southern in Charlottesville. My favorite venues are always the small, intimate ones. We were 10 feet away from the band before the show- they were hanging out at the bar and we were sitting at a table (the venue is half bar/restaurant, half venue, but separated.. if that makes sense). Saturday night we made another mini road trip to Richmond to see Joanna Newsom at the National. We saw Joanna headline in Seattle with Robin Pecknold as the opening act, but the venue was so incredibly hot, and we had seats on the VERY LAST ROW (that's what happens when you let your boyfriend be in charge of tickets!) so we really couldn't enjoy her too much. Luckily, for this show, we were lucky enough to be in the 2nd row, front and center! It was incredible and we met some really great guys who were also from Hampton Roads, and we all attend pretty much the same concerts! It's pretty rare Pat and I find people with the same music taste as us, so that was definitely a highlight of the night.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5199289306/" title="daddylonglegs 011 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="daddylonglegs 011" height="640" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4086/5199289306_f9d624700e_z.jpg" width="429" /></a></center><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;"> American Apparel cardigan, <a href="http://www.tulle4us.com/Products/?grid=1&catid=6&proid=1451">Tulip dress</a> c/o Tulle, <a href="http://www.welovecolors.com/Shop/LycraSolidColorMicroFiberTights.htm">light pink Microfiber Tights</a> c/o We Love Colors, belt from thrifted dress</span></i></div><br />
The semester is coming to an end quickly and I've been in a bit of a fashion rut. I find myself in jeans or leggings and an oversized cardigan most days, comfort seems to take control when exams, papers, and projects near due dates! Luckily, Tulle saved the day and sent me this wonderful floral dress. At first, I was a little hesitant about ordering such a bright dress in the end of fall, but I figured that I needed a little more color in my life, plus I've been looking for a light printed dress to match these tights! (Can I just say that from the second I put these tights on, they easily became one of my favorites.. so comfortable, warm, and sturdy!) I can already tell the dress will become a staple because I wore it three times last week.. that's probably breaking every fashion law there is but rules are no fun anyways!<br />
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<center><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5198695485/" title="daddylonglegs 019 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="daddylonglegs 019" height="640" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5202/5198695485_8e0714b3d5_z.jpg" width="429" /></a><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5198696639/" title="daddylonglegs 027 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="daddylonglegs 027" height="640" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4148/5198696639_97a244eca1_z.jpg" width="429" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5199291198/" title="daddylonglegs 026 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="daddylonglegs 026" height="640" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4106/5199291198_3588abaf08_z.jpg" width="429" /></a></center>My binders and books appear to be frowning at me right now so I suppose I ought to get back to writing this paper. Have a wonderful week, and since I probably won't be around until then, have a wonderful Thanksgiving! I'm thankful for so many things in my life right now.. perhaps I will do a Thanksgiving post on that. Also, since I'm only posting about once a week or every other week, you can also follow me on <a href="http://twitter.com/#%21/finderskeeperss">Twitter</a> or ask me any burning questions on <a href="http://www.formspring.me/findrskeeprs">Formspring</a>!<br />
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<center><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5199293172/" title="daddylonglegs 032 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="daddylonglegs 032" height="640" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5161/5199293172_f755eaed19_z.jpg" width="429" /></a><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5198701641/" title="daddylonglegs 043 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="daddylonglegs 043" height="429" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5282/5198701641_f12523ce08_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></center>I had to include that picture of Patrick, it's pretty rare I get a genuine smiling picture from him because his first response in front of the camera is to either make the weirdest face possible or pretend to be a U.O. model!Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11339160638866706311noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4123308717510439564.post-48290085398576628642010-11-09T09:19:00.000-05:002010-11-09T09:19:38.513-05:00HumanLast week was rough for me. I honestly had a little bit of a meltdown. All that's been on my mind lately is graduate school, even though I don't even apply for another year, but every move I make right now will affect if I get into grad school or not. Since I transferred to ODU from a community college with a degree, my GPA starts over at a 0 meaning I have to work super hard to get my GPA where I need it. Grad school is competitive enough as it it, but with my major, only about 20 students are accepted to each school with over 100 applicants. If you don't have a certain GPA, forget about it.<br />
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<i><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;"> coat via Buffalo Exchange in Seattle, vintage pocket watch necklace, dress Style&Co, Hue tights, Steve Madden boots</span></i></center><br />
I got back my scores from my midterms and in all honesty, I should have been elated. I aced all of them, except for one. Audiology. The subject itself is very, very interesting, and I love learning the science the anatomy of the hear and how sound travels through the ear and how we test hearing. It directly relates to my brother (who is deaf and has a cochlear implant) and I actually completely understand the material. However, I was warned about the teacher's testing style but didn't think much of it. The wording was awful and it was like he was trying to throw you off. There was material on the test that many of us didn't think he even went over. And I got a C+. And I cried. Yes, I kid you not, I cried because I felt like this C+ would keep me from getting into graduate school and I obviously couldn't keep up with the material and maybe I should just quit now.<br />
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<center><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5159256078/" title="dayoff 042 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="dayoff 042" height="640" src="http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1316/5159256078_50e6e6333d_z.jpg" width="429" /></a> <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5158646463/" title="dayoff 041 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="dayoff 041" height="640" src="http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1426/5158646463_23b3eee6f0_z.jpg" width="429" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5159256878/" title="dayoff 047 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="dayoff 047" height="640" src="http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1373/5159256878_0581466b3c_z.jpg" width="429" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5158648639/" title="dayoff 052 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="dayoff 052" height="429" src="http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1135/5158648639_08016ec5a4_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></center>It's times like those that I think about how incredibly lucky I am to have Patrick. He is there to tell me not to be so hard on myself, to believe in myself, and to tell me that I have what it takes and corrects my wording from "if I get into grad school" to "WHEN you get into grad school." When I get stressed out about my future, I am comforted by knowing that no matter what happens school or career-wise, I will have the most loving, compassionate man by my side. There is no better feeling in the world.Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11339160638866706311noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4123308717510439564.post-7214424443110748462010-11-03T15:35:00.000-04:002010-11-03T15:35:37.498-04:00Guest post at Upside of WonderHey folks, I did a guest post today for Amanda at <a href="http://theupsideofwonder.blogspot.com/">Upside of Wonder</a>! Stop by & check it out, and leave Amanda lots of wishes to feel better!<br />
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<center><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5142293707/" title="november 005 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="november 005" height="429" src="http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1421/5142293707_56e8a40ee6_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></center>Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11339160638866706311noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4123308717510439564.post-25642642371545961942010-11-01T16:42:00.002-04:002010-11-01T17:02:20.362-04:00First ever couples costume!Happy belated Halloween! I didn't realize until a few nights ago that I had Sunday night off, and Patrick and I decided last minute we wanted to dress up this year.. a first for us! Usually I work on Halloween, and it's not really my favorite holiday anyways so I don't mind too much. We waited and waited and finally, yesterday afternoon, we realized we didn't have costumes so we went thrifted but found nothing! So we came up with the idea of Lumberjane & a tree! So, so corny, yet we didn't spend a dime! I'm just wearing all of Patrick's clothes & he's wearing... a cardboard box!<br />
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<center><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5137359266/" title="november 055 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="november 055" height="429" src="http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1412/5137359266_efa819372b_z.jpg" width="640" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5137360082/" title="november 058 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="november 058" height="429" src="http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1096/5137360082_0998f5f692_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></center><div style="text-align: left;">We had a really relaxing evening, we sat around a bonfire in front of his house with his family until an awkward neighbor joined so we went to trick-or-treating with Patrick's little brother for a while and the funniest thing in the world happened.. this little girl came up to Patrick, stared at him for a minute, and says, "What are you? Cornhole?" I lost it and started crying from laughing so hard.. and thus, Patrick has earned a new nickname!<br />
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Afterward we went to his grandparent's house. They are two of my favorite people in the entire world.. so, so, so sweet. Patrick's grandmother is SUCH a doll! She acts like she's still in the 50s.. just so, so polite and sweet and always saying the cutest things! They just celebrated their 53rd anniversary and went to the Bahamas, which is where they went for their honeymoon! They took pictures of all the grandkids on the cruise (I think there are 12 or 13?) and for Patrick's picture they made sure to bring one with both of us in it.. they just always make me feel so welcome into the family! I hope Patrick and I are as cute as they are after 53 years together!</div></center>Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11339160638866706311noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4123308717510439564.post-9084793830427060152010-10-26T09:31:00.000-04:002010-10-26T09:31:42.506-04:00WarmI've been really loving the warm colors we are finally getting for fall.. although the temperatures have still been pretty warm.. it was almost 80 this weekend! I didn't get to enjoy much of it, though, I was working, studying, and my brother was sent to the hospital this weekend, where he will be for a while.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5115607111/" title="woodsy 013 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="woodsy 013" height="429" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4107/5115607111_ea68140fc2_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></center><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;"><i>vintage blouse, thrifted j. skirt, seychelles shoes</i></span></div><br />
I feel like my life is in a whirlwind lately and I can't catch up. I have two midterms tomorrow and I've been working (too much) in a new store, which is taking some adjusting. I also feel like I haven't been getting in enough quality time with Patrick and I'm just desperate for an entire day off of school and work to be with him, but I have to wait another week and a half for that!<br />
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I took my new hair for a night out on the town with an amazing friend of mine (who I actually met through blogging!).. Emily Keen from <a href="http://thedailyfashionista.blogspot.com/">The Daily Fashionista</a>! She is such a down-to-earth girl with only the best intentions, which is hard to find in a friend these days. Patrick and I met up at Emily and her husband Zach's place, and we all chatted for a while and then headed down to their "secret park" to take a few outfit pictures.. because what would a blogger meet-up/double date be without one! (NOTE TO EMILY: Do we call these blogger-meet ups still? What is the hanging out ratio where it's just friends hanging out and not a blogger meet up?! I need to know the rules on these things!)<br />
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After outfit pictures, we all walked down to the Azars, an AMAZING mediterranean restaurant that I've heard a ton about. I had lamb and salmon skewers and Patrick had a lamb burger, and we had spanokopita as our appetizer! Of course, I had to have baklava for dessert, because we all know that's the most important part of the meal.<br />
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We saw "Never Let Me Go" at the Naro, which is our local historical movie theater. Patrick and I have actually never been, as we don't venture into Norfolk as often as we should. School doesn't count, either! I've actually never been to a movie theater where they have actual curtains that are rolled back, and the Naro ONLY plays movies on real film reels! Isn't that neat? The movie was beautiful and spectacular and thought-provoking, and Carey Mulligan and Keira Knightly both looked amazing, per usual.<br />
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Emily and Zach, we had a great time with you guys! You are both wonderful people and maybe we will be neighbors soon! :)<br />
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I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend! I'm off to study for midterms and I'm working a ton this week so things may be a little quiet over here for the next week or two but alas I will try my best to keep up!Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11339160638866706311noreply@blogger.com20tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4123308717510439564.post-1223301021689164982010-10-13T13:31:00.000-04:002010-10-13T13:31:25.083-04:00Autumn, you are so tauntingThis weekend was my fall break and it was MUCH needed. I had two full days off of work & school which NEVER happens. The name "fall break" for this area is pretty deceiving, though. <a href="http://paperconstellations.blogspot.com/">Shelby</a> and I met up for pictures and it was 94 degrees outside... in the middle of October! Luckily today it's in the low 70s so I'm at least able to wear a light cardigan, but I'm completely ready to be bundled up in scarves and sweaters and tights. I've had enough of this sweating stuff! I was so happy to see Shelby, though. She is one of my few close girlfriends & we had so much fun taking these pictures, playing with the lighting, and avoiding creepers.<br />
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Lately I've been really paying attention to the colors in my closet. I really want more diversity, and hopefully I'm on the way. There are so many different color pallettes I've been drawn to.. peaches and navy blues and emerald greens.. it will be interesting to mix and match these as the weather gets cooler (if it ever really does get cooler.. we are actually at a record high right now).<br />
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I also made a major color change to my hair so this will be the last you see of me with dark brown hair for a while! I can't wait to take pictures! I probably won't have some up until the weekend or early next week, but hang tight! So far I've had a positive response.. unless people are just being nice ;)<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span style="font-style: italic;">thrifted sweater cape, necklace gift from patrick, asos dress, f21 tights, seychelles heels</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The other</span></span> </span></span>day, Patrick and I went to have lunch at Town Center, which is the "urban" area of Virginia Beach. Really, it's just a square with about 4 street's worth of shops and restaurants. A new soup/sandwich shop had opened up and I was really in the mood for a good soup. Unfortunately, the menu online failed to mention the soups weren't offered daily, only a selection of two. Of course the soup I wanted wasn't the daily special, so I had a tomato and mozzarella sandwich. It wasn't anything spectacular and I've had better. The restaurant layout was really strange, too. It was supposed to be a sandwich shop but it had an overall upscale vibe, which made me a little uncomfortable to be honest! In the back of the restaurant, there was a "market" and we were expecting a variety of wines, cheeses, etc., but instead we found Advil, boxed rice, and orange juice. Quite the variety, eh?</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">Desert was much better, though! We headed over to The Royal Chocolate and indulged in some truffles (pumpkin, tiramasu, white chocolate raspberry cheesecake, and caramel!) and some spicy mayan dark hot chocolate. Delicious!</div><div style="text-align: left;"></div><br />
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<div style="text-align: left;"> This cape was a recent thrift store find. At first, I immediately thought it would be going into the shop because I didn't think I could pull it off. However, after this outfit, I'm so torn! I think it will be having a little home in my closet, at least for now...<br />
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I am unbelievably excited to wear tights again. They can make outfits so much more interesting & they are one of my favorite things to buy! I'm really looking for more sweater wool tights this year, I only have one pair but I found myself wearing them ALL the time last year when it got really cold, even when they didn't match! I'd also like to find some cute printed tights.. perhaps with little deer or other adorable animals all over? Let me know if you have any tight/legging shops to suggest!</div><div style="text-align: left;"></div><br />
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</div>Anyways, this is just a casual outfit I wore when I was starting to feel a little sick. I just wanted something comfy and cozy and this outfit did the trick! The outfit is mostly thrifted, and I'm especially in love with this sweater. I've been on the hunt for lots of fair isle and grandpa-style sweaters lately and this is one of my favorites! It's so easy and includes perfect fall colors. The booties are Urban Outfitters in Seattle, and I'm glad I snatched them up when I did because I don't see them online! They are super comfortable but I wish I got 1/2 a size up to wear thick, woolly socks with them. Luckily, these tan socks from <a href="http://we%20love%20colors/">We Love Colors</a> does the trick perfectly! <br />
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Patrick and I have a tradition that if either of us feels sick, the other treats them to pho.. it's the best at cleaning out your sinuses! Sure enough, Sunday I had a full-blown cold.. and out of all the days, Sunday we had been planning a trip to Washington D.C. to see Tallest Man on Earth! But I wore my comfiest vintage 1970s mens flannel shirt belted, these black leggings, and some boots, and drank plenty of tea, but I felt awful the whole trip. Tallest Man on Earth has a certain way of making a girl feel better with his enticing lyrics and engaging voice, however. He pulled his fiance Amanda on stage for a duet and let me just say.. it was the cutest thing ever and brought tears to my eyes! Check out the video of the performance <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKStHzzevNY">here</a>. You can't really see his face, but Kristian had the BIGGEST, goofiest smile on his face when he was singing to her! If anyone is thinking about seeing Tallest Man on Earth live (although he is currently heading back to Europe).. I highly recommend you do so!<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5051802359/" title="uocatologstyle 054 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="uocatologstyle 054" height="640" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4106/5051802359_76e7899a19_z.jpg" width="429" /></a></center><i>Currently listening to: J. Tillman, "No Occasion"</i>Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11339160638866706311noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4123308717510439564.post-45877517482862885792010-09-30T15:08:00.000-04:002010-09-30T15:08:05.093-04:00Stripes & SuedeThese past few days have been nonstop rain because of the tropical storm. I woke up in the middle of the night to horrible thunder and lightning and went to move my car because my neighborhood can flood during heavy rains. I woke up to slight flooding, nothing too horrible, but the rain has just been incessant! My school is about a 30-45 minute drive for me and it floods REALLY easily there, and whenever we are expected to get heavy rains the school recommends parking on the 3rd level or higher. Umm.. but how are we supposed to get out? Luckily class was finally officially canceled for the day, unluckily it was canceled for classes 4pm and later, but my only class is 3pm to 4pm. After seeing pictures of cars completely underwater in Norfolk, though, I'm glad I decided to stay home! Luckily I have these pictures from over the weekend because the forecast was calling for rain Monday to Sunday!<br />
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Lately I have been a thrifting machine! I'm preparing for winter & trying to get lots of big comfy grandpa-style sweaters, because I know despite owning tons of pretty dresses and tights, there will be those days when I just want to throw on a big sweater or flannel, leggings, boots, and a big, warm coat. I'm trying to be practical, but I also can't resist buying really beautiful impractical clothes. I'm hoping to do a little fall/winter shop update sometime between October 9 and 12, my fall break.. I've got some great finds & I can't seem to stop buying velvet, so if you are into the velvet trend you're in luck! I've even got some look-alikes of the Alexa Chung for Madewell <a href="http://www.madewell.com/madewell_feature/ALEXACHUNGFORMADEWELL/PRDOVR%7E30780/30780.jsp">Billie Velvet Shorts</a>.<br />
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Anyways, as I said a couple of posts ago, I'm really into soft, textured pieces this season, and I'm definitely going for comfort & style. I feel like I didn't dress warm enough last winter! This skirt is a great example. It's sort of a faux-suede material.. it's incredibly soft & never wrinkles. I've realized that I have to be really careful with what I buy because I'm NOT an ironing girl.. so 90% of the time if there's an item that I love, but it will wrinkle easily, it will be left behind. I've also been trying to stay away from printed skirts and buy more solids so I can remix more with sweaters & blouses.. so far so good!<br />
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Today I went to our first NSSLHA meeting- which is the National Student Speech-Language Hearing Association. It's nice to start to become more involved with ODU because I was very active in school activities & leadership in high school- and during my two years at community college, there wasn't much opportunity. I tried to join the student government but it was completely disorganized, they didn't communicate when the meetings would be, etc. But there are some exciting things coming up for NSSLHA, & if I can get the money I MIGHT go to Philadelphia for the ASHA (American Speech-Language Hearing Association) Convention, but I'm just finding out about it and it's a couple hundred dollars, so I will most likely have to wait until next year.. and it will be in San Francisco! So I can't complain too much about that! It's usually only a couple days long so maybe I will extend it and Patrick and I can have a mini vacation? Probably not, but I can dream, anyways!<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5009383830/" title="outfitz 045 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="outfitz 045" height="640" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4092/5009383830_504c9a605c_z.jpg" width="429" /></a></center>Sorry if the colors/ exposure/ etc. on these pictures is a bit wonky! I'm at the school computer lab right now & edited them here & the screens don't show color too well. Ok, I am off to audiology to learn more about the internal ear! Have a wonderful day!Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11339160638866706311noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4123308717510439564.post-54151777247873641772010-09-28T13:32:00.000-04:002010-09-28T13:32:25.370-04:00DesignerApparel Giveaway winnerAnd the winner is.....<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://hagridacciohagrid.blogspot.com/"><span style="font-size: large;">Kristi from Accio Hagrid!</span></a></div><br />
Congrats, Kristi! Be sure to check your email for more information!Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11339160638866706311noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4123308717510439564.post-37803264373258831932010-09-24T13:09:00.001-04:002010-09-24T13:12:36.905-04:00Sessun Autumn/ Winter 2011I usually don't post about high-end collections, but I just keep coming back to <a href="http://www.sessun.com/">Sessun's Autumn/ Winter 2011 collection</a>. The photography is outstanding and the styling is perfection. I think that the reason I really connect with this line is that it reminds me of Seattle.. the foggy, misty atmosphere, the rocky beaches, and plaid. The only thing missing is the mountains. This is exactly what I would wear if I lived in the Pacific Northwest. The collection is completely wearable, comfortable, and I'm definitely using it as inspiration on my thrifting trips! Toggles and stripes and khakis.. I'm in love. And believe it or not, looking at these photographs is actually putting me to tears! Maybe it's because it reminds me of where I want to be two years from now, maybe it's because of the sheer beauty, or maybe it's just because I am just an unstable, emotional wreck. Either way, I hope you can appreciate the beauty of Sessun as I do.<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: xx-small;">photos courtesy of <a href="http://www.sessun.com/">Sessun</a></span></i></center>Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11339160638866706311noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4123308717510439564.post-77684297396488101412010-09-23T20:10:00.000-04:002010-09-23T20:10:41.507-04:00Sponsorships Now Available!<center><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5019185648/" title="wedding 1079 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="wedding 1079" height="429" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4087/5019185648_233aff37b0_z.jpg" width="640" /></a></center>After debating back and forth, I decided to accept sponsorships in order to support my blogging as well as Etsy shops, like <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/finderskeeperss">mine</a>, and other companies that I love. I promise to offer super low rates & can features things such as giveaways, product reviews, and including clothing, accessories, makeup, etc. into my outfit photos! If you are interested in sponsoring Finders Keepers, please <a href="mailto:finderskeepersblog@yahoo.com">email me</a> for more details, rates, and other inquiries!Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11339160638866706311noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4123308717510439564.post-49093920523811730462010-09-23T10:27:00.002-04:002010-09-23T10:32:27.842-04:00Maroon CorduroyI have a new obsession: corduroy. And velvet, at that. It's funny because last year Patrick kept telling me to find something corduroy or velvet because it's so soft. He has a thing for soft fabrics. We will walk around a store and he won't even look at the clothes, just walk by and feel them, and he tells me to get whatever is softest, even if it's the ugliest item in the store! Last time we went to H&M, before we left he made me do it with him. We started at the back of the store & walked to the front & he asked me what was softest. Don't get the wrong idea, it's not some weird fetish or anything. The boy just likes comfortable fabrics.. and I am totally on board this year! I've already collected two black velvet 90s dresses, this maroon corduroy skirt, and a dark green corduroy skirt. I am on the lookout for corduroy overalls and velvet shorts at the moment.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;">thrifted lace blouse, thrifted necklace, thrifted belt, thrifted skirt, J Shoes</span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;">I haven't been thrifting in three weeks and I am aching over here! Patrick & I have three (possibly four) great concerts coming up, which has sucked up all of my extra money! We are seeing Tallest Man on Earth in D.C., Joe Pug in Norfolk, Joanna Newsom in Richmond, and POSSIBLY Andrew Bird in D.C., if our final exam schedules allow it! I am also dying my hair redder in the next few weeks, if I can ever make an appointment! It's pretty sad that my schedule is so all-over-the-place that I can't even get a hair appointment within the next two weeks. </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"></span></div><center><br />
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<div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;">And finally.. these shoes. I have been coveting these shoes since our Seattle trip in August. Want <a href="http://thefinders-keepersblog.blogspot.com/2010/08/seattle-shops-markets-exploring.html">evidence</a>?</span> I spotted them in a little boutique and the price tag kept me away.. For me, anything over $50 is a splurge and these were over 3 times that. But, I waited and waited to see if I would still be as in love with them in time, and when I realized I was, I saved, and one day, J Shoes was offering 25% off anything in the store for their Twitter followers! I jumped on that chance and the shoes came about a week later. They are incredibly soft and the color is so rich and unlike anything else I own. Not to mention, they are incredibly easy to walk in, which is the highest priority for me since I walk all over campus on any given day. My two complaints? As soon as I put the shoes on, I noticed that by the toes the insole is a little bit loose. Nothing compromising wear ability, it's just an annoyance. Also, on the ends of the laces there are tassels and a metal square for decoration. This causes weight on the end of the laces and they come untied really easily. They aren't really long enough to double tie, and that doesn't look great anyways. Any tips on either of these issues would be much appreciated!</div>Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11339160638866706311noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4123308717510439564.post-11163627149167576022010-09-21T12:50:00.002-04:002010-09-21T12:54:27.245-04:00Fall RomanceUsually in fall I'm all about the usual suspects: orange, brown, red, yellow, sweaters, wool, boots, etc. It is nice to change it up every once in a while, though, and I was feeling up for a soft, romantic look this weekend. Little did I know, Patrick surprised me with a date to our favorite Mexican restaurant that night as well! He has been so sweet lately (not like he isn't ALWAYS, just especially lately!). I came home yesterday after a loooong day to a beautiful bouquet of flowers, a sweet love note, and a clean room! It was just what I needed. We have a couple of upcoming concerts, and I cannot wait. Mini-roadtrip concerts are kind of our thing, if you haven't been following for a while. Our first date was actually at a concert!<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"> <i><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Gap headband, H&M bracelet, necklace gift from Patrick, Forever 21 shirt, Target skirt, socks c/o <a href="http://welovecolors.com/">We Love Colors</a>, Kelsi Dagger suede Wilma wedges via Marshalls</span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div>I usually build my outfits based on one or two items I really want to wear, & I just start putting together things from there. I bought these Kelsi Dagger suede Wilma wedges from Marshalls about a month ago & I am obsessed with them! I'm usually not too much of a heel person, but these wedges are unbelievably comfortable and wearable! And best of all... I got them for $50 and they retail online for $170!<br />
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<a href="http://welovecolors.com/">We Love Colors</a> was kind enough to send me package with a few fall goodies, and I cannot wait to show you guys the beautiful tights (and not to mention the BEST quality tights I own).. but for now, the temps are still dangling between 75-80 and it's too hot by the afternoon to sport tights! Luckily, these tan <a href="http://www.welovecolors.com/Shop/SolidColorNylonSocks.htm">nylon socks</a> were perfect for the evening paired with my favorite new shoes! The socks are super soft & so easy to style. I can't wait to wear them with all of my boots!<br />
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<center><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5009375200/" title="outfitz 020 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="outfitz 020" height="428" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4149/5009375200_cf8ec60a6f_z.jpg" width="640" /></a><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5009376750/" title="outfitz 023 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="outfitz 023" height="429" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4107/5009376750_3c4e327c56_z.jpg" width="640" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5008766735/" title="outfitz 010 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="outfitz 010" height="640" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4089/5008766735_d75bca0378_z.jpg" width="428" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5008764925/" title="outfitz 005 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="outfitz 005" height="640" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4105/5008764925_b65b24dd96_z.jpg" width="429" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5009377212/" title="outfitz 025 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="outfitz 025" height="640" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4110/5009377212_ecba6a3bff_z.jpg" width="429" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/26503370@N03/5008764537/" title="outfitz 004 by brittanyjeromeyo, on Flickr"><img alt="outfitz 004" height="640" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4153/5008764537_c0bbff1ffc_z.jpg" width="428" /></a></center>I also wanted to say thank you for your encouragement from my last post. All of your comments were so genuine and sincere and really, really gave me strength! I'm not a pushover, but I can get very sappy and I am very sensitive, so when someone says something that I'm completely not expecting and catches me off guard in a negative way, it can really affect me. It's something I think I will be working on for the rest of my life! I'm working on being strong and not letting others' opinions get to me.Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11339160638866706311noreply@blogger.com13