leaves + wings

(leaves + wings by cosmic-dreamer)

Some more summer inspiration via Polvyvore! I am much too obsessed with this site lately.

xoxo

snippets

Here are some more snippets of some of my photography I've been churning out this summer thus far.

Sorry none of it is directly fashion related. Unfortunately I only have a 50 mm lens to go with my Canon DSLR so it makes it very difficult to do self-portraits for outfits that focus on the self timer and whatnot! But I'm going to fool around with the settings to try and find a good way to take some photos of my outfits and such! Or maybe force someone to take photos of me? ...Nah.

Lately I've been ill with a sinus infection that has affected my ears and eyesight (my headaches have been so bad I seriously can't even read properly!) and its been pretty miserable. I need to get better before I leave for Disneyland in 6 days!! Ugh. Keep positive thoughts for me?

xoxo

PS: I uploaded a short new video on my fashion youtube channel!

one day in Paris...

I need to find myself a pleated maxi skirt, a loose sheer blouse, and the Litas of my dreams.

xoxo

PS: I've been going crazy on my Polvyvore account lately. Take a looksie? :)

Inspiration // Scarlett Johansson for VOGUE

This is one of my favorite Vogue shoots of all time. It embodies 40's inspired glamour and class. I think the photos are gorgeous and most importantly the styling is impeccably vintage and just wonderfully timeless. I am totally lusting after these garments, and have been for awhile, considering this shoot is from a few years ago!

Scarlett looks just amazing in all the photos and I can't get enough of the stills from the shoot. She has the perfect body type, and honestly her figure is definitely one to envy! She looks straight out of Marilyn Monroe or Bettie Page's time.


Though I don't subscribe to Vogue anymore, I still remember getting this issue in the mail and hanging the photos all over my walls. I am forever in love with 40s/50s inspired cuts and silhouettes. There's something so flattering and feminine about the styles that I can't get enough of. It's so glamorous and lovely!

Anyways, I hope this gives you some classy summer inspiration!

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Tomfoolery

I picked up these total TOMS knock-offs today at Target. I wanted a summery comfy shoe, particularly to wear to Disneyland as an alternative to my converse. And these are perfect, they're so girly and casual and surprsingly comfy. And I oddly fit best in a size 9? I think they run a bit small. But altogether they are a cute shoe for the summer months and hopefully they will be comfortable and durable for the many hours I will be spending traipsing around Disneyland.

And even better, they were only around $15, which is a great price cut for the price TOMS usually go for. But at the same time I feel oddly guilty because though TOMS are expensive, they DO use the profits to help children in poverty stricken regions. I feel like I cheated them a bit! :/

But nonetheless, these cuties will be made at home in my shoe collection.

xoxo

absence makes the heart grow fonder...

I am seriously hardcore enjoying this lazy summer life I've got going. Though some days have become a haze of boredom and lounging around the house, I'm definitely not complaining.
I'm just counting down until I leave for the happiest place on earth in roughly a month! I have put together some outfits in anticipation so check 'em!

Below you will find some photos I've taken with my gorgeous Canon DSLR.

(please click through for larger high-quality images!)

recently read: started Packing For Mars: The Curious Science of Life in the Void by Mary Roach. I love it so far! Recommended.
recently watched: Super 8. I adored it's nostalgic throwback to films like The Goonies and E.T. and I also sensed a distinct connection to The Iron Giant...
recently obsessed over: Dr. Who, the tv series. I started at season 5 (Matt Smith, SWOON) and my first impression is...WHERE HAS THIS SHOW BEEN ALL MY LIFE??!!
recently listened to: Speaking in Tongues (feat. David Byrne) - Arcade Fire
recently worn: a whole bunch of cute stuff! have a looksie here!

Indio or bust

I am getting to that point where all I can think about is an expanse of green lawn, blaring speakers and sweltering heat. Why can't Coachella be NOW?

I've already started packing, and I've had my three outfits planned even before that. But of course I'm bringing loads of options. I AM SO EXCITED!

Here are a few snippets of what I'm taking and hoping to rock at the festival:

2 DAYS UNTIL I LEAVE!

xoxo