While thrifting recently I came across this pair of brand-new ballet flats, and I started thinking of ways to make them more fun. Here are the three projects I came up with, from least to most difficult.
Getting in the Mood for Fall: Dear Creatures
Lately I’ve been hearing tons of people say they just “can’t wait for fall,” and that they’re “so ready for summer to be over.” And to be honest, I can’t really see where they’re coming from. I’m not at all ready for the summer to end yet. I’m loving throwing on a sundress and sandals, […]
Sunday Street Style
Top row: Hoy Fashion, Fashionist Middle row: Urban Weeds, Vanessa Jackman Bottom row: The Sartorialist, Fashionistable
Grown-Up Grunge
Lately it’s hard not to notice that ’90s fashion has been undergoing a bit of a revival. This has been especially notable for me, given that my husband and roommates are creating a video game set in the ’90s. We do things like read Sassy and watch My So-Called Life for reference, and naturally the […]
Outfit Post: Trendsetting?
Sometimes I see a new trend and immediately like it, but often I’ll see one that I don’t initially like but which eventually grows on me. Sometimes it’s hard to predict which ones I’ll end up liking, but I’ve been thinking that peplum tops are not one I’ll ever be a fan of. And then […]
DIY Leather Peter Pan Collar
Back in June I linked to this dreamy leather Peter Pan collar tutorial. Soon after I started making one, using the same leather skirt I used for this wristband tutorial. And then partway through I got distracted and put the project aside. Yesterday I found the collar (95% done), and finished it up in about […]
Spaceface!
You know how some designers have a muse, someone who inspires them to come up with new and wonderful ideas? Mine is apparently my cat, Delicious. Last week I joked about making her famous on the internet, but maybe this scarf will make her dreams of internet stardom (…) finally come true. Depending on how […]
Sunday Street Style
Lots of muted colors caught my eye this week. I’m especially loving the mix of black and blue. It’s a perfect backdrop for an unexpected dollop of color in the form of red lips, bright sunglasses, or a neon bag. Top row: The Fashionist, Mr. Newton Middle row: Stockholm Streetstyle, Glam Canyon Bottom row: WDUGT Street, […]
DIY Denim Cut-Offs
Recently I decided that I needed a pair of simple denim cut-off shorts to help me enjoy the summer weather. But finding a pair I liked wasn’t so easy. I scoured thrift stores for the perfect pair before I finally realized I’d need to DIY (of course!). These are the shorts I started with: First […]