Day After Christmas

My goodness, it's been a while! It's been so nice today that I've had the urge to go outside with my digital camera and take pictures of well-dressed people a la "The Sartorialist." Alas, I'm much too lazy, and people around here don't seem to have the imagination to stand out. It seems to be all about Hollister, Aeropostale, and Abercrombie and Fitch.
Of course, I'm not saying that I don't like those stores. In fact, I shop at those stores quite frequently, but only for staple pieces in my wardrobe, such as cardigans. You can never have too many cardigans. Unless of course, it's all that you own. Then it's kinda wrong.
I went on a shopping spree with a family member and acquired some lovely cardigans as well as a pair of to-die-for oxford shoes:

Leatherette Wingtip shoes

They were super popular, so I was so happy to snag a pair in my size! There is nothing I love more than the menswear trend. Nothing says, "I'm an independent woman!" like showing the world a person who's not going to slave in the kitchen all day for someone! Plus: These shoes are super comfy, great for going out with the girls, or sitting in a coffeeshop... drinking coffee...

I haven't blogged in a while, and I apologize for that. Life has been extremely busy for me, so I haven't exactly found the time to blog, or even think about blogging. As a matter of fact, I have Chemistry homework lying right next to me, waiting to be done... Oh dear...

However, I've still been looking at blogs (I know, I know, how do I find the time?), and found an incredible one with great pictures and great style overall.

Link: Street With Love

Check it out, and hopefully I'll be back on schedule soon!

Halfway Deserted

This is honestly going to be the first post about someone not in the Couve/Portland area. Today's musician comes from Wichita. His name is Jesse Keraly, and he's the guy behind Halfway Deserted.
Myspace Music page: Halfway Deserted

Photo courtesy of Halfway Deserted

He has an Owl City-esque sound. The difference is that I don't like Owl City, but I sure do like him! All joking aside, his style is more acoustic, so I should slap myself for even comparing the two.
What he's wearing: flannel shirt, skinny jeans, flip flops, and glasses.
I have a subtle respect for those who step outside the box and leave the geeky wayfarer style to the hipsters. I really love these glasses. However, when I try to search it, I find pictures of John Lennon, Paris Hilton, and old women. What?

Photo of the Day: Izabela by mandrynkaa

While browsing Deviantart for fashionable photos, I had to say that I was extremely disappointed. Many photos were just pinups, and girls in underwear. It was disheartening. However, I came upon this picture, and was struck by its simplicity.

Photo courtesy of mandrynkaa

It was called Izabela 13, and the portfolio consisted of many other photos of this beautiful girl. I was intrigued not only by what she was wearing, but also by the background. Everything looks so old, yet positively gorgeous. The blue door and grass-covered stone steps provide an interestingly time-worn background for a modern young woman.

Izabela 11, photo courtesy of mandrynkaa

I love the brown leather jacket-purple flats combination. The minimalistic colors at the top are balanced out by the colorful shoes.

Izabela 6, photo courtesy of mandrynkaa

Don't you just love the interesting scarf? I really can't find a word to describe that loveliness right there. If you can figure out a word for it, do tell me. I love her pretty, aloof face. It's so interesting to look at. Do check out mandrynkaa's Deviantart page when you get the chance!
DeviantArt page: mandrynkaa

Getting the Look: Madaleine Noelle

I decided I would do a new segment called "Getting the Look." Frankly, this blog is more music than style, and so I need to change things up a little. So here we go.
Today's Style Inspiration is Madaleine Noelle, a Vancouver musician who gets her inspiration from the likes of Laura Marling, Duffy, and the Ditty Bops. I was quite overcome with happiness when I found her Myspace Music page. She's absolutely gorgeous, stylish, and of course, an extremely talented musician!

I especially liked this picture for some reason. Even though the black and white makes it hard to tell what she's wearing, she looks soft and feminine, something I don't see enough of anymore.

Top

Sweetest Shortcake Dress from ModCloth

I absolutely adored the cute little sleeves on her top, so I had to incorporate them into the outfit somehow. They're short, and sweet.

Shoes

Vince Camuto Madalyn Cowboy boots from Zappos

I don't know why, but I imagine this look with cute, simple cowboy boots. Less is more! Don't go for a pair of flashy, sparkly pink cowboy boots. They're not worth it.

Accessories

Beaded Galore Necklace from Forever 21

I would actually go for a less colorful (aka, simpler) necklace than this, but it's the right idea! Beads, beads, beads!

Rosy Floppy Hat from Forever 21

Finish off this sweet look with a floppy straw hat! It's a look that's ready for picnics in the sun, frolicking in the meadow, and enjoying life with your loved ones!
Madaleine's Myspace Music Page: Madaleine Noelle

To Those in the Vancouver WA/Portland OR Area!

The Orphan Hope Project is a project to help orphans in impoverished countries. The money goes to Compassion International, a Christian charity founded in 1952 to help children in other countries who are in poverty.
Anyway, the Orphan Hope Project is having a benefit concert on September 18th to help seven children in Ethiopia get homes. All proceeds from this event go to Compassion International. There will be plenty of awesome bands there, such as Oh! Hello, The Opera House, and even Rope, String and Thread! If you'd like to see some awesome musicians, come to the concert and help out kids at the same time :)
Details for the event are at their Facebook page: The Orphan Hope Project Benefit Concert

Proclaiming Cadence

So I'm free right now from homework stress, so I'm going to write.
Today's band comes from nearby Battle Ground. His name is Kasey Eldred, an average guy (but then again, aren't they all?)

Photo courtesy of Proclaiming Cadence

Myspace Music Page: Proclaiming Cadence


Kasey's songs are sweet, soulful, and meaningful. He gets his inspiration from God and his listeners. However, I think he is also a style inspiration.

Photo courtesy of Proclaiming Cadence

What he's wearing: Hollister sweater, slip-ons, medium wash jeans.
While I generally make it a rule to despise all slip-on shoes because they seem lazy to me, I'll make an exception for this. I just enjoy the non-sagginess. I hate guys who sag their pants. It's very unacceptable. Although I am a firm believer that double cuffed jeans are tacky (those who have read the Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants would understand), I can ignore this for this one instance.
Secretly, I enjoy shopping in the guy's section of stores because their clothes so warm and comfy. I would love to slip into a sweater like this one and go frolicking. Or stand there with my arms spread wide in a Sound-Of-Music way like Kasey. Is that odd?
I also love that little pop of red right there under his sweater. C'est magnifique! I'm a sucker for pops of color.
Recommendations: Kasey with a K, Beauty Vs. Beast, Tree Houses