Archive for September, 2008

I wouldn’t necessarily call it a trend, more so a style, but I love tops that droop off the shoulders. Here are a couple of recent finds – a sweater from Free People and a top from Forever 21.

Earlier this month, I helped some bridesmaids put together a bachelorette party in Seattle for our good friend/bride-to-be, Jeni. Here’s how it turned out!

Part 1: Chartered boat with food, drinks, music and dancing…

We chartered a boat with Venture Charters where we danced, mixed cocktails and played a few games. Two of the bridesmaids made tees for everyone with our favorite pics of the bride, which made for a great game of naughty pictionary. We drew images on the backs of each others’ shirts for people to guess throughout the day and night…we’re all still laughing about it.

Hat’s off to Captain Randy for putting up with and entertaining us for several hours. Talk about a liability…haha.

^^Gorgeous shot of Seattle on our way in for the second half of the party.  

Part two: Ladies night via limo all over Seattle…

Until now, I haven’t really understood the point in getting a limo to bar hop. However, after attending a bachelorette party with 10 crazy girls, I don’t know how we would have done without one. Cordial Limosine did more than carry us around town, they catered to our evening by playing fun music, taking pics and even brought fun glow necklaces/bracelets!

Below are some pics of everyone in the limo along with a few bar shots:

^^First stop, Chopstix in Queen Anne where our bachelorette was serenaded by one of the dueling pianists.

^^Last pic of the bride-to-be, who mysteriously disappeared (aka called it a night) shortly after.

I love playing dress up in mens clothes, but my boyfriend’s closet full of XL doesn’t exactly compliment my 5’5″ frame. What’s a girl to do? I could either get a smaller boyfriend (think TomKat) or buy my own mens clothes. So…a couple of days ago I picked up a mens shirt and tie from American Apparel.

I wore them yesterday with skinny jeans and pumps to add a feminine touch. My friend Shel commented on how the messy hair perfectly illustrated a “shacker” inspired look. For those who don’t know what shacking means – go check out Greek row on a college campus around 6am.

Wearing:

• Men’s shirt and tie: AA (shirt looks white, but it’s light gray)
• Jeans: Forever 21
• Pumps: XOXO

When browsing through my favorite thread in the Fashion Spot forums (where people post pics of their outfits), it’s always exciting to see cool outfits from guys, especially Neo. If I were a dude, I’d totally dress like him!

His outfit today included gray/silver tones mixed with navy and a touch of orange…amazing color combo! 

I’m also a huge fan of his silver nylon blazer (by Drykorn), but if it’s too funky for your taste, go with a traditional gray fabric. Here’s an outfit I put together using this as inspiration. I couldn’t find an orange belt, but red works too.

Above (click on image for direct links on where to purchase): 

• Blazer: Topman
• Thermal: American Apparel 
• Trousers and belt: Urban Outfitters
• Shoes: Vans (via Zappos)
• Watch: Diesel (via Nordstrom)

Credits: Neo via tFS, Topman, American Apparel, Urban Outfitters, Zappos, Nordstrom

Betsey Johnson’s Spring 2009 runway show (debuted last week at New York Fashion Week) takes me back to classic nursery rhymes and cartoons from my childhood, especially Little Bo Peep.

Here are Little Miss Muffet and Strawberry Shortcake (or Minnie Mouse, your pick):

The next two looks don’t really fit the fantasy mold, but I LOVE them and had to include:

More fashion week take-ways on the way! 

Photo credits: WWD