Fall Style!

I never in a million years thought I would be one to endorse the wearing of ponchos. When I was younger, if you wore a poncho, you were a weird kid. But now, things have changed. I bought my own poncho, and can't wait for Portland's fall weather to allow me to wear it. Ponchos are perfect for fall! ( Just make sure they aren't those clear saran wrap ones you get when you forget your raincoat. Not a good look. Though I've worn them, in times of need.)

Catch Up!

Hello everyone! My blogging break has been nice, my summer really got crazy, and the transition into fall is looking even crazier. Big news! I signed the lease to my first apartment! It is a perfect little studio off NW 23rd (which is an awesome, adorable and SAFE part of Portland.) I am going down this weekend to move in some of my belongings and to go vintage furniture shopping. Words cannot describe how excited I am for this! I can't wait to share my space when I am finished!

Here are a few photos from my summer!

I went to Whistler with my family and one of my best friends ever! The week consisted of a lot of drinking, (obsessed with long island iced teas.) We went on crazy gondolas, went ziplining through the forest, and even went clubbing, which was such a fail. At one point we were in the village enjoying mojitos and a black bear came down from the woods and was walking around. He was such a little cutie.

Most disgusting picture of me ever. I didn't know I was capable of making such a face. In my defense, Connor was lifting the safety bar on the ski lift, giving me panic attacks.

I went camping! I know this doesn't look like camping, but I honestly spent most of my time in town than out in the "wilderness." Every year my family and some friends go camping at Fort Worden, which is in Port Townsend, Washington. I have fallen head over heels in love with this little coastal town. the downtown area reminds me a lot of Portland, just condensed to one little street. I have convinced myself I will live there one day!

aaaand last but not least, here is a little sneak peak of my apartment building! I fell in love with it the moment I saw it, it feels like fate. The building was built in the 1920's. My studio has hardwood floors, a walk in closet, an awesome adorable kitchen. My lease is for a year, so come down an visit me!

Oh hello

Taking a break from blogging is fun! Though I love it, sometimes it is better to live in the moment, than worry about documenting it for other people. So for now, I am taking a break. I just got back from an amazing trip to the beach with someone I love very much. He always comes back into my life right when I need him. Tomorrow I am going camping for the weekend. It won't be nearly as fun as it is, because none of my friends can go, but I am going to use it as a time to get a lot of solo reading, exploring, sleeping and thinking done. Those are probably my favorite things. Soon after that, I am going to Whistler BC for the week, where I will probably die of alcohol poisoning. Things are changin' in my life, it is scary, but I kind of love it.

My Personal Style

This is seriously the most awkward, self-indulgent, silly blog post ever. I am kind of embarrassed. But a few people asked for it, so here we go.

Its no secret that I like to change my appearance up. My hair goes through hell all the time, though I am trying to stop that, I like being ginger. I like to mess around with makeup, though half the time I fail miserably. Most of all, my style is constantly changing. Entering middle school I was a die hard Hot Topic girl, then Freshman year I switched it up and had a deep passion for all things Hollister (bless my heart.) In high school I started trying all sorts of things, shopping at Forever 21, Urban Outfitters, BP.. normal stuff. Now, after a few years of experimenting, I think I finally know what I like.

Bloggers like Elsie Larson of A Beautiful Mess, have seriously inspired me. Her style, which I would describe as retro, vintage, quirky, feminine (the list goes on) is something I think about every time I go shopping. Elsie has inspired me to go thrift and vintage shopping more, or at least look for clothing that is timeless. There are countless other women that inspire my style. Zooey Deschanel, obviously, Charity Rose Thielen, Katy Perry in the beginning of her career, etc. So here goes nothing. The most awkward photobooth pictures of all time, showing off the awesome things I got at the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale :)

please excuse my messy bedroom, its a work in progress

This is the outfit I am wearing today, and these are probably my favorite purchases! The top I got at BP, I love the collar, it goes with about a bajillion things and makes an outfit look put together and proper. The high waisted shorts I got at Free People for.... wait for it.... 20 dollars!! It was marked down three times. A miracle.

dress from BP. Cringing over that pose. Duck face for life.

skirt from BP. This is my favorite style of skirt, with buttons down the front and a bit longer of a length. Cuter than any denim mini skirt.

oh, this top. It is huge and billowy and pretty much a lace cape but I love it.

Stuff I love Monday!

I hope everyone had a good Monday! I did! I went to the Nordstrom sale and picked up a bunch of clothes that are good for the summer, and into the fall! I am excited. Maybe I will even do a blog post about them :) But for now, here are some things I am currently diggin' this evening!

Teeny tiny living spaces. The independent, loner, hermit in me would love to live in the woods in this tiny cabin. The bedroom loft above the little kitchen is what sold me on this. Heaven.

Vespas! And vintage Vespa posters. When I was driving today the most beautiful man drove past me in a Vespa, and I may or may not have followed him for a while. I kinda need to be on the back of one of those babies with a man taking me somewhere wonderful.

Charley's Tumblr might just be the best thing I have ever seen. She is beyond gorgeous, has amazing tattoos (check out her unicorn tat <3) and has awesome style. I don't know whether I want to be her, be her best friend, or make out with her. Probably all three.

Seattle girl bands FTW. Lemolo, ur good.

Workin' and Dreamin'

Today I was able to work at the boutique I am interning at, alone! I was a little nervous at first, but the day ended up being really slow, so I enjoyed organizing the store, and putting outfits on mannequins. Let me tell you, the mannequin I worked with was feisty. She bitch slapped me in the face multiple times, so rude. The boutique carries plus sized clothes, probably the cutest stuff I have ever seen. I want some of the clothing so badly. I guess it is a good thing I can't buy them, I would spend so much money if that were the case. I am learning so much about owning your own small business, and it is really making me more and more excited to reach my career goal of having my own boutique one day. I have so many good ideas!

I made a few outfits of things I would wear. It is fun seeing something that looks unappealing on the hanger, then seeing it do a complete 180 when you put it on a body. Sometimes you can find your favorite clothes by trying on something you would pass by at a first glance!

ps, i am in desperate need of re dying my hair. I love being a fiery ginger, but I hate the upkeep, it fades sooooo quickly.

OBSESSED.

Hulu has some damn fine programming right now. I am impressed. If you have not seen either of these shows, I suggest clearing your schedule and watching them now :)

I heard a lot about this show way back when I had a tumblr. I never listened to the hype, but I have finally given in. And a word of advice, drop everything and watch Misfits. That is an order. I am telling you, you will not regret it. This show, from the UK ( I swear all good shows come from Britan) is about a bunch of delinquent kids, ordered to do community service. Something crazy happens to change the course of their lives, and intense drama ensues. This show is scary, intense, funny, sexy, sad. I am addicted. Plus, I am in love with one of the characters, the awkward loner Simon, who of course is in my eyes the sexiest.

I can't even describe the show Wilfred. You have to see it for yourself. It is completely original and hilarious. Give it a chance, you will love it.