Christmas Is Almost Here

Christmas Is Almost Here

Thursday, December 11, 2014

Hello lovely readers! So as I was preparing to go to bed I decided that I wanted to snap a few pictures of my Christmas tree and then I decided I might as well share the Christmas Cheer with all of you. One of our family traditions is for me, my brother, and my sister to all have miniature Christmas trees in our rooms. Oddly, my tree is purple, which is by no means my favorite color, but I don't mind the color so long as I have a touch of Christmas in my room to enjoy:)

Ever since I was a little girl, my tradition was decorating my own tree each year. I love getting out all of my tiny ornaments each year and reminiscing about how I came about them, or who gave them to me. 

This is one of my favorite ornaments on my tree. I have probably had this ballerina for over five years, and I actually first bought it at a dollar store. The reason this ornament is my favorite probably has to do with the fact that one, it is sparkly, and two, I have been a dancer off and on my whole life and ballerina's always bring that memory back.

I LOVE this ornament because it is a CUPCAKE!!! I am a slight cupcake fanatic. Okay, maybe more than slight:) Apparently I have over 30 cupcakes in my room, since my dear friends did me the favor of counting them all last time they were over. I love baking cupcakes, and eating them, and decorating them, and buying them, and I might as well admit I have OCD (Obsessive Cupcake Disorder).

I am not sure how long I have even had this ornament? I probably received it as a gift when I was very little, but I really love how unique it is. This ornament is a miniature porcelain angel doll, and reminds me so much of a vintage ornament. 

This snowflake ornament is a new addition this year. One of my friends made and painted snowflakes for me and a few other girls she invited to a Christmas dinner and we all got to pick our favorite to take home. This was my favorite, because it was the smallest, and I loved the colors!

Last, but not least, I cannot forget about the Candy Cane! While this is not an ornament in the original since, it is the most traditional Christmas Tree decoration that has been around for centuries. I love Candy Canes because they are so fun to eat and also because they are peppermint! Plus, I grew up with some of my favorite Christmas book's being about Candy Cane's and the Candy Cane story, which will always be a found memory I will cherish forever.

I hope all of you dear readers enjoy the Christmas Season and take time to reminisce about your favorite Christmas memories!

The Turkey Is Wearing Off

The Turkey Is Wearing Off

Friday, December 5, 2014

Adorable oxford inspired Ballet Flats from Payless.

Meet Georgia!!

Skirt- Forever21
Cardigan- Forever21
Shirt-Forever21
Tights-Targe(Target)

Just a little Ballet:)

               Well, Thanksgiving is over and Christmas is just around the corner, unfortunately the weather here in Texas is quite depressing, not having been anywhere below 60 degrees for the past couple weeks. I can’t wait for the nippy weather to finally arrive so that I can bundle up and enjoy the cold while some days dreading it at the same time. Finals for college are this next week, and while I should be studying right now, I needed a break to rest my brain, and write some wordsJ.

                These pictures were taken at Thanksgiving in Thorndale (where my dad grew up). While my whole ensemble is not at all authentically vintage, I picked up this lovely skirt and sky blue sweater whilst shopping with some dear friends for my birthday a few weekends ago. And while the colors of my outfit do not match my surroundings at all, I was so excited to capture some lovely pictures of the leaves around the house, because they just made me so happy.

                Thanksgiving was great as always!! And of course my mom, sister, and I went on our traditional Black Friday shopping spree! While some people start at 12:00am, we don’t get on the road until around 6:00, and usually shop till 1:00. We found some great bargains as always, and I am so happy to have picked up a record player for my Christmas present!!!! Well, I hope all of you lovely readers have a wonderful Christmas season and enjoy the weather wherever you are!

I Don't Golf

I Don't Golf

Saturday, November 15, 2014

Shirt- Thrifted
Sweater Vest- Target
Skirt- Forever21
Shoes-Target
Sunglasses- Forever21
Head Scarf- Garage Sale

This picture makes me think of someone who is trying to avoid the paparatzi!

                When it comes to golfing there is no doubt about it, I can admit that I am the worst golfer on earth! For that reason I have willingly accepted the position of being a driver of the gold cart; I mean seriously, who wouldn’t want to just drive around a gold course for a day (even if the gold cart doesn’t go near fast enough)?

                Last Sunday we went golfing for my Dad’s 50th birthday, and granted, while we only go golfing once or twice a year, it is usually a fun day, even if I am just a spectator. However, if I have no choice but to go along on those family outing I might as well embrace those rare golfing days to have fun in putting together a fabulous old fashioned golfing ensemble!

At The Heart Of Nature

At The Heart Of Nature

Tuesday, October 28, 2014

Dress: Plato's Closet (Heritage 21)

I had a simply splendid time today with the lovely Asten Davis of Jane of All Trades, as she allowed me to impose upon her photographing skills and snap some pictures (before we had class) of me for this post. I have been missing many a day of capturing my ensembles from either feeling uninspired, or not wanting to put up with the hassel of taking my own pictures. Thankfully today was different!

I cannot tell you how wonderful it was, from the "almost" fall weather, to the greenery around me, to the most perfect dress and hair, or to the BEST pictures I have had in awhile. While the rest of today might have been filled with loads of homework and preparations for dinner, it was the knowledge that I had beautiful pictures and a post to write that got me to the place I am now, sitting in a chair and stairing at the screen before me, feeling inspired. 

This picture is a bit blurry but I just pretend that it is all part of the art, especially since I love the picture to much, but then again if you squint your eyes it looks clear:)

Sweater: Minnie's Menagerie (Grandmothers) 

Now, where should I go from here? I suppose I might as well tell you dear readers about my favorite pieces from this outfit. First of all, the mustard sweater that was a treasure from my grandmother is absolutely to die for! Most people might abhor the color, but I on the other hand LOVE it, and honestly wish I could somehow wear a smidgen of it every day:) Nonetheless, it went splendidly with this dress because it just so happened that the dress had hearts that were the same color. 

Traveling now to one of my favorite dresses in my collection and such a treasure at that. I picked this dress up at a resale store we have around here called Plato's Closet (it is where college kids can bring their clothes and get a little extra cash). Normally all they have is modern styles that I do not typically wear, but every once and awhile providence has its way and I find a perfect piece. The interesting part about this dress is that it is not even vintage but gives off all the ares of a dress straight from the 40's. It is actually a Forever 21 dress from their brand Heritage 21 (which tends to sometimes be vintage). At first I was hesitant to purchase the dress because it is a sheer fabric and was missing the liner, but the dress was calling out my name and I couldn't turn a deaf ear to it's pleas. It is now one of my favorites, plus, it has colorful hearts all over the fabric which just makes me happy!:)

Apart form the perfect dress, I decided to curl my hair for the first time in awhile which made the day and  my ensemble even more inspiring. I have greatly missed that 40's look with curls and victory rolls! But whenever I have the time I am bound to seize the opportunity before it slips away or before I decide that I am to lazy to do "bandanna curls" (which are crazy super easy). 

Edited and love how it turned out!

All in all, today was quite rewarding and productive blog wise, and I hope to find the time to capture all of my fall ensembles if fall will hurry up and arrive already, but in the meantime I hope you are inspired to be yourself and enjoy the fun of being an old fashioned soul. 

{Better Late Than Never}

{Better Late Than Never}

Tuesday, October 14, 2014

Sunglasses: Dollar Store!

Hello dear readers:) I hope the crisp cool weather finds you all  enjoyable. I know that since starting my blog I have not been a faithful blogger, but here is a quick post with pictures I took about a month ago (better late than never).

I am still trying to figure out how to take my own pictures (using a trypod and self timer), so some of my pictures might not be as great and clear as I would have hoped. Taking your own picture is a challenge. You have to zoom into the area you will be standing, set the timer, press the button, and then quickly run into place before the camera starts shooting consecutively and you start posing like a model at a photo shoot. And as much as I wish that the pictures would be perfect, or appear so on my small camera screen, most often out of the 100 pictures I happen to take only 10 will be blog worthy. Nonetheless, this is a great learning experience for me.

This is an ensemble quite typical of my taste. I love to pick out a favorite and comfortable  skirt to pair with a simple solid blouse and colored sweater. I found this sweater a a thrift shop a while back, and though it is a modern brand, and not vintage, I absolutely love the shade, and the style is vintage worthy. Oh, and least I forget about my most favorite pair of shoes ever (and most expensive)!! I had been searching for ever to find the perfect pair of penny loafers. I didn't really want black, though they are classic, because tan would go with more. I finally found a pair on the Internet, but of course they didn't have my size (and I am always scared to order the wrong size online). However, my sister and I went shopping at Tyler's one day and  I surprisingly found them there (I was freaking out as is common of me). The crazy thing is that they are Sperry's, but that is also great because they are real leather and very comfortable. So throwing them on with a pair of ankle socks makes hem the perfect addition to any ensemble.

Shoes: Sperry Penny Loafers!

Skirt: Thrifted
Shirt: Made (Simplicity 1940's Pattern Remake)
Sweater: Thrifted (Chaps)

Just some mushrooms waiting to get their picture taken.

And more mushrooms. 

Fall Fashion

Fall Fashion

Saturday, October 4, 2014

It has definitely been awhile since I have posted, and I must apologize in advance for this post being minutely short, but life has been an utter whirlwind. I am officially a college student now, and though I have been taking college classes for three years, I can now feel the work piling on! However, fall is here and it is my favorite time of the year as for the season and the fashion. To me fall is very magical (although not quite as magical as Christmas). My favorite part about fall is waking up on the first day, and never being disappointed with the gorgeous day. Fall has a simply calming scent that flows in the air, and makes you take a deep breath, drinking it all in. The sun always seems to be shinning so warm and bright upon the leaves that are fading into golden hues, and everything rustles in the wind.

Nevertheless, fall is a time for sweaters, and tea (cuddling up with a good book). Jackets, and hats. And oh, lets not forget about the endless days of wearing colorful tights and drinking in the crisp aroma of the season. I would post some pictures of my personal fall ensembles, but I have been swamped, so you will have to make do with my polyvore set, though I think if you took a peak in my closet you would find practically every piece above. My daily fall wardrobe consists of a sweater, plaid skirt, a jacket (if it is chilly), oxfords or boots with tights, a simple broach and a perfect hat! 

HAPPY FALL EVERYONE!!!!