the clothes 2011

I don't really understand the mentality that one should dress as suits the weather. The logistics of not dying of frostbite or overheating, are completely comprehended, however that is where it ends for me. Why should we wear dark colors in winter and brights in spring? Rainy days make me want to wear my brights, not wallow in greys. Perhaps this is more of an argument for my love of colors than defiance of weather appropriateness...
Outfit details: scarf- street vendor, jacket- H&M, dress- Zara, tights- We Love Colors, shoes- H&M

My latest street fashion site addiction has become Drop Snap based in Tokyo Japan. The couple and group pics attest that stylish people do indeed travel in packs--not sure if it's a "safety in numbers" mentality or "great minds think alike." All I know is, I'm feeling as though I need my own partner in crime...
One of the things I like about the pics snapped in Tokyo (as opposed to street fashion sites based in other countries) is that there isn't one overwhelming style. Gothic, modern, retro, whimsical, and homemade couture, all have their place on the streets. This particular site doesn't seem to show favoritism towards any one of these style tribes, but freely snaps them all.

Delicious cookies and timeless style. And Nasha.
Outfit details: shirt- H&M, coat- H&M, skirt- Ruche, tights- gift, shoes- Urban Outfitters

Continuing to pull inspiration from the whimsical and wonderful are the creations of Maggie Taylor. I hardly know what else these can be called, since she manufactures them on the computer. The mix between realism and surrealism is quaintly charming. She has a series inspired by Alice Through the Looking Glass, but all of her characters seem as if they sprung from the pages of a fairy tale. Maggie has supplied the inspiration, I have attempted the rhymes.
Fine sisters and twins we be,
As alike in figures and feathers as any can see,
But things go amiss,
When a lad comes for a kiss,
And can’t decide which sister is me!
My hunger bit and gnawed at me all night,
So I swallowed the moon in one bite,
For a moment all seemed fine,
But my stomach still for more does pine,
For the moon was but a sliver that night!
Dear little mouse you have naught to fear,
Look at these fine cloths we wear,
Civilized and scholarly cats are we,
We would much rather dine on biscuits at tea!

I was thinking about running away last night. Not exactly planning my great escape, but just how wonderful it would be to shed all assumptions and start a new life. When I was six I actually did run away. The rebellion was instigated by my eldest sister, who felt obligated to bring me along for the ride. In junior high, I had an equally short-lived attempt, but I came to my senses before even the night was through. The truth is, I've never felt I had much to run away from, but in a moment of angst I just visualize how much there is to run too.
Do the desires for a new beginning with no strings attached ever leave you? In a runaway attempt we abandon earthly possessions, our identity and have a fresh start. We get to see the world on our own terms and can begin to choose how people see us. The annoying nickname from childhood is gone as though it never existed and you never have to see anyone who bullied you ever again. But while we leave the bad, we must also abandon the good...still my temptation has yet to die.
Outfit details: shirt- Ann Taylor Loft, skirt- Forever 21, tights- gift, shoes- Zara
Outfit details: dress- Forever 21, sweater- Banana Republic Outlet, tights- some shop in Japan, shoes- Urban Outfitters

Now that I have successfully injected more black into my wardrobe I'm moving on to beiges, creams, and whites. The stunning perfection of this ensemble snapped by the Facehunter is a perfect example of why I must.

I went to the mall yesterday. The highway we drove on was flooded from the melting snow and recent rainfall. We passed what seemed like ponds where once there were fields. Two lanes of the highway were closed to cars and open for the fishes. The world turns upside down and topsy-turvy and we drive on.
Outfit details: dress- Zara, tights- Forever 21, shoes- H&M, bag- Ruche

Some earnest commenters have convinced me to post a couple pages from my sketchbook. There are as many pages of collages as there are of doodles in it. A number are ink stained, since I continue to use a pen that bleeds all over my fingers. I often don't finish my doodles, some of these aren't even complete...and it won't be a habit of mine to post these.

This is old news to sneakerheads and from my blog it is clear I am not one of that category, but for the sake of variety and because I admire the design and artistry in every field, Puma created a limited edition package of sneakers based on the colors of poison frogs. My sister tipped me off to these hot shoes and I must say, they are a textural and colorful delight.
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I've been playing around a bit lately. Experimenting with cloning on my pictures is a new hobby to keep me occupied.

Outfit details: coat- H&M, dress- H&M, gloves- gift, tights- gift, shoes- vintage, feathers- Etsy

My parents just got themselves a new puppy. He was born on 08/08/08 so they've named him Augustus, though we'll be calling him "Gus." His fur is like velvet.