Angel

I missed this Richard Chai for Target dress when it was in stores (Summer 2008), but my friend Colette snagged it and wore it in a post-apocalyptic version of Macbeth. Recently, I boldly asked if I could borrow it and she agreed. What an angel!*


Top, Okinawa Japan. Dress, Richard Chai for Target (borrowed). Shoes, Fioni. Bag, Franco Sarto. Pendant, vintage. Bracelet, Charming Charlie (via swap). Watch, Unlisted (gift). Sunglasses, Betsey Johnson.

I’m going to be a bit of a devil and keep (and wear) the dress for as long as I can get away with it.



*She wore it for a decidedly non-angelic portion of the play, including the “unsex me here” speech.

Photos by Beefy Muchacho

Trackie

I started my day at the track and ended it at the tracks. I love that sort of serendipitous symmetry.


Cardigan, Rodarte for Target. Tank, No Boundaries. Skirt, Moda International. Scarf, Camp Foster PX "mall." Bag, Charming Charlie. Shoes, Nine West. Earrings, vintage.



Photos by Beefy Muchacho

Spring End

Goodbye spring. I hardly knew ya!

I’m already dressed in cotton and linen. . . prepared for full-on summer sweatiness.


Shirt, One Star (thrifted). Skirt, Talbot’s. Belt, Banana Republic. Bag, H&M. Earrings, Aldo. Sunnies, Betsey Johnson.


Photos by Beefy Muchacho

Picnic

I didn’t go on a picnic in this outfit, but it does seem perfect for al fresco dining.


Tunic, Wet Seal. Skirt, Jack BB Dakota. Scarf, vintage. Belt, thrifted. Shoes, New York & Company. Bag, H&M. Studded choker worn as a bracelet, thrifted. Slave ring/bracelet, vintage.

I ate this skewer of gummy candy in the car. Does that count as a picnic?


Photos by Beefy Muchacho

Short, Black, and Sparkly

One of these days, I’m going to get a picture of this sequin-covered dress in good light. Last time, we were foiled by the early winter sunset. This time, a storm darkened the skies. I risked my blue suede booties (and ruined my hairdo) to bring you these poorly lit photos.


Dress, Lillie Rubin (thrifted). Booties, Sigerson Morrison for Target. Earrings, Claire’s. Bag, Carlos Santana.

I guess I’ll just have to wear it again. In the blazing daylight.



Later in the evening, I realized that the straps go on the outside of the shoulder, not on top.
Photos by Beefy Muchacho

Sookie

I dressed as Sookie Stackhouse to see Charlaine Harris speak at the library. Sookie is usually wearing something skimpy and she sometimes covers the fang marks on her neck with a scarf. I added a jacket because the airconditioning at the library can be fierce.


Jacket, Forever 21. Dress, Body Central. Scarf, Gap. Bag, Charming Charlie. Sandals, Aerosoles.

My friend, Colette, also dressed Sookie inspired.




I bought a copy of the latest book and was hoping to have it signed, but we had an evening engagement, so I couldn’t wait in the long line. Too bad. I bet Charlaine Harris would have dug my outfit….and my fangs!


Photos by Beefy Muchacho

Before Eight

I finally got my chance to wear the beaded, silk dress I found at a thrift store in January. I knew then that it would be a lovely choice for Gretchen and Ray’s 1930’s styled wedding.


Dress, JMC. Shoes, Chinese Laundry. Bag, Maggi B. Bracelets, Charming Charlie (via swap), Epcot Morocco, and The Bead Factory.

Despite being swathed in silk and dripping beads, I felt a little underdressed. Many of the other guests looked like screen goddesses in their floor-length, satin gowns and retro-styled hair. Of course, no one outshone the bride. She wore a slinky, champagne gown, Jean Harlow finger waves, and a joyous expression.



Photos by Beefy Muchacho

Rose Drab

Dusty rose + olive drab = rose drab (not dusty olive). I like this subtle color pairing.


Shirt, Charlotte Russe. Skirt, from my USMC service uniform (embellished by me). Shoes, Fioni. Bracelets, Garden of the Gods gift shop, vintage, and Claire’s. Earrings, Julie's Inspiration. Bag, Mossimo. Sunnies, Betsey Johnson.


Photos by Beefy Muchacho