SNOW DAY

Zara coat / Forever 21 top + short / Doc boots / ZeroUV sunnies / Marshalls hat

The feeling of finally pursuing my dreams is beyond anything that I can explain. I start studying fashion at the Art Institute on Monday but I had my new student orientation yesterday. It’s so weird being back at school at 24, I feel like a grandma amongst all the youngster just starting college. This is my second degree, my first is in psychology. I was so thrilled to be around people that share my love for fashion. I love that AI has a great mix of of artists, it was so inspiring to talk to people w/ entreprenurial goals just like me. Being in such a creative space made me feel for the first time like I could totally have everything I want out of a career in fashion. This is only the beginning and I’m going to continue to come out my shell and spread my wings. About the outfit: I died when I saw the shoulder peplum on this shirt. It's so unique + I've been sort of obssessed with white blouses lately. Is it wierd that my wishlists are full of black dresses, trousers, and shoes for the spring? I have New York fever or something!! 

NATURAL IN FRINGE

Forever 21 cardigan, Target tank, Marshalls skirt, Thrifted belt

 This was a total accident? I'm always, always trying to keep myself from busting out in laughter when my boyfriend is aiming the camera at me. Just my luck he caught this before I covered my face and turned away. This was my favorite of the bunch so I thought it stood good alone. Plus this fringe cardigan is kind of my favorite part of this outfit. It's so universal, I wear it with absolutely everything and it's totally warm for work. In other news - I finally have a head full of natural hair. This is my second natural journey, my first being a few years back in college. I permed it two years ago and chopped it into a pixie when I graduated from college. I was craving something fresh + new but the perm was burning my scalp so I decided it was time to go back natural and big chop!! I love, and it's so low maintenance especially since I work out everyday! 85 days left till summer :D

MUSIC MONDAY

        

So i'm totally "that friend", that falls in love with a song + plays it on repeat day in and day out. Everyone around me generally gets sick of the song + starts to hate it, but I'm still playing it for another month. Right now it's Solange's "Loosing You"! I'm obssessed w/ the video, it's  genuis!!  Anyways, enjoy! 

SNOW IN MARCH

Target sunnies, street vendor scarf, thrifted Coach handbag, thrifted blazer, Vince Camuto trench coat, Forever 21 dress, Deena & Ozzy flatforms  (here and here)

Is it just me or does anyone else own a go to dress for those days that don't allow for closet rummaging. When I am running late or don't feel like the fuss of rummagining my doubled stocked hangers I tend to just grab this dress and go. It's light + easy, I just throw a cardi or blazer over it with flatforms or boots and hit the door. I also love this dress because it's a transition piece, I die for anything that I can wear year around. 

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HALLELUJAH FOR SPRING

Photo credits on my pinterest 

This time of year all I can think about is how much I want the weather to cooperate. I don't know what's wrong w/ the groundhog, seems like he is never on our side w/ the whole early spring thing. I guess I shouldn't be complaining seeing as though we've had a few mild days in the past couple weeks. I'm ready to break out the crop tops, and mini dresses for lots of picnics, city strolls, fun in the sun + sand between my toes. Happy first day of spring!!

BLACK AND WHITE LACE

Target sunnies, thrifted sweater, vintage lace dress, Deena & Ozzy flatform oxfords

So super fun news! I am officially attending fashion school, in two weeks. Back in 2010 I finished my bachelor's in psychology and decided not to further pursue. It just wasn't my passion. I have always known that my God given talent is fashion but I was too chicken back in 2006 to pursue such a risky career. Now that I'm alittle alot older I realize that I won't be happy doing anything else! So last year I applied to school for fashion retailing since I knew I couldn't just click my heels and move to New York City. I was accepted for the winter semester but I couldn't move my work schedule around to fit the morning classes that I would be taking, or so I thought. I was so disappointed and almost gave up on my dream thinking that it was nearly impossible. After a couple months of feeling sorry for myself I just decided that I just had to do it. So what if I never sleep. So I signed up for classes and orientation is next Thursday. I'm super excited to be around people who are like minded! I can't wait to crack the books! New chapter! Let's go!!

VINTAGE IN LIME + BLACK

Alexia wears: Earrings: borrowed / Sweater: vintage / Dress: vintage / Shoes: vintage here

Looking under a rock is like a prize for a girl enslaved to vintage. No sane being develops a frame of though like such!  The cold pavement numbed her limbs as she met the day. But the cold is no match for the warmth of a vintage fabrics on her finger tips. As she stumbles in the coffee shop she daydreams of her next snag. How it will feel once on her now chilled body. What pieces has she already acquired to finish the look. The barista has called her chai latte three times by now. She snaps out of her imagination to claim the hot beverage meant to warm frozen limbs. The brisk morning meets her again as she glances at the bins filled with rare dresses, old records and clip on jewelries. The crowds had thinned as the sun loss its warmth. She was one of few in the brutal cold. As she reached something the wind whipped pass her face with the force of an iceberg. The devastation she ignored while she made nice with the supplier. As she made her purchase she stared up into the sky that just months ago was filled with living creatures. By now they had flown south. Just then a snowflake plopped on her blushing cheek. She clung to her scarf for faux warmth. Her fingers were Popsicle but filled with bags of new things to be love. A warm fireplace awaited her at home.  

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