Sporty

Everything revolves around the jacket.

I found this vintage Adidas sports jacket a Goodwill probably 6 months ago. It is the single greatest thing that has ever happened to my closet. It's so casual and lightweight, it's perfect for running in the rain, or for those "lazy-but-somehowputtogether-looks. It also just kicks up this weird 90's ex-cheerleader look to a badass level. It's a little all over the place, with the small shoe-lace X's on both sides, and the half stripes on the back/left side. But that's what's great about it! The written out label, instead of the standard 3-leaf insignia that they're known for as a brand, screams bowling jacket to me; and isn't that just so wonderful?? 

Everything else photographed is American Apparel, the shoes are Converse, the necklace is from Dogeard and all rings are vintage. 

xx

Soft Tones

This is just a simple outfit-of-the-day post. I'm crunched for time these days, I guess I forgot how much reading I'd be required to do at school (I'm an English major so that's a little ridiculous). Anyway, it's supposed to be a beautiful, warm day today so I opted for something casual and somewhat springy. These vintage, sage colored, silk trousers by Tommy Bahama were the ultimate Goodwill find from a thrifting trip I took last spring. I paired it with this Angora mock-necked, muscle type top from ASOS, and simple black slide sandals from Forever21. While the morning has been a little chilly I threw on this black cotton cardigan from Urban Outfitters for warmth. 

This week is kind of a "project" week for me as far as classes go, so any posts will be short and basic but I do hope to work on something a little more extensive and exciting either this weekend or the following to share with you here. Until next time - 

xx

Positive Decisions

I was planning on posting a little blurb about the dilemma of dressing appropriately and comfortable in the Pacific Northwest...but I've just been loving my classes, and the deep discussions we've been having about meaning, intention, context, and human emotion/action..so it all feels a little trivial now. Here's what I wore to class today. 

I spent this weekend changing my schedule; I wanted to drop the course that had me anxious and stuttering last week and it was the best decision of the quarter. I'm not new to this whole University life. I was in school for three years at a conservative, private university in New York City so I know what it's all about. Last time around I would have classes that I really didn't enjoy. Whether it was the professor, my classmates, a combination of the two, or something totally unrelated that I just couldn't pinpoint, I would have these courses where I felt awkward and anxious and like I didn't belong. Most of the time I would end up earning a B- or a C in the class, I had let my anxiety get the best of me and impact my work. Well I've been away from the classroom for such a long time, I know without a doubt who I am - what makes me happy, what makes me uncomfortable, how I'll react and what impact it will have. So this time around I am not going to sit in a classroom that has me feeling...off. I only want a positive experience this time around. Doing something entirely for yourself and your happiness is exciting, it feels good, it makes me all warm and fuzzy; I suggest you all do it sometime - or all the time!

xx

First Day(s)

Thursday was my first day back in the classroom in three long years..and damn, was it weird. As to be expected I was a ball of nerves, the memories I created of the classroom from my previous experiences at St. John's weren't very comforting on this gloomy Thursday morning. However, I survived! And I did it while dressed like somewhat of an 80's barbie-doll. 

My first class was awesome! It's a workshop style course which I've never experienced anything like in my college career. Centering around three large projects and a lot of group discourse, I think it will be fun and fairly easy.
The second class of the day had me a little high-strung unfortunately. Don't get me wrong - the professor and classmates seem awesome, but it's a lot of hard work and A TON of discussion >.< boy do I hate participation based classes...I just get so nervous! Well, today proved to be no different; I was a sweaty, stuttering mess and I for some bizarre reason couldn't keep my damn hand down! I talked my ass off and I'm pretty sure I blacked out temporarily. I don't know what came over me! I was hit with a wave of strong opinions and ideas and couldn't keep my mouth shut. I hope I didn't make too big of a fool of myself. You have to understand, I am the person who sits somewhere smack-dab in the middle of the room. I make as little eye contact as possible and I only speak when forced or when threatened with a failing grade. Basically, I'm like Charlie from Perks of Being a Wallflower - I write down the answers on my notepad instead of reciting it aloud to the class. Luckily I was able to make a quick exit and escape back to my apartment immediately after class; I was done for the day!

Fridays are a breeze for me this quarter, I only have one class and it is AWESOME. It's a Linguistics course which is fairly unfamiliar to me so I'm excited to learn some new information. Also, the professor is entertaining, kind, and easy going, so I think it's something I'll really enjoy. Another plus - the professor is a talker, so there won't be too much opportunity for me to embarrass myself like I did the previous day.

The first few days of school I will be a basic B in mostly American Apparel, I did work there this summer the the discount has heavily impacted my wardrobe so bare with me.

xx

Info Fair

So today was my first solo student adventure at my new school. Although I've been living up here in my new apartment since Saturday, classes haven't begun yet so it's been feeling a little bit more like a staycation than anything else. Holed up in my cozy bed marathoning Scandal is hardly what I call a true taste of my new life. This afternoon however was the Student Organization Info Fair on campus and so finally, some social activity! 

I have to admit to you though, it was anything but social; sure I made a few strictly-eye contact-encounters but sadly the only real interaction I had was when a boy handing out flyers cheerfully said "interested in studying abroad?" as he pushed a piece of colored paper into my hand. "Study abroad? oh no thanks, I'm a transfer and I already studied abroad" end conversation. I'm not bummed though! I wandered the event, looking at different booths but after not being able to find the one I was really interested in, I found a nice shady spot to sit down and read/people watch (mostly people watch, let's be real). After the fair was over I wandered through the library which is G-O-R-G-E-O-U-S! I can't wait to spend countless hours studying and writing in the corners of that library this year. 

Anyways here is what I wore to the Info Fair this afternoon:

American Apparel "Sofia" bodysuit, Cheap Monday "Donna" jeans, Brandy Melville cardigan, Forever21 slide sandals, Vintage belt & backpack

I look forward to sharing with you, not only my adventures but also the outfits I'll be wearing this upcoming quarter! I've been shopping all summer and have put together a small wardrobe that I am very proud of. I know that being at the hippy-liberal school that I'm at will have me sticking out like a sore thumb most of the time, but what I wear is a form of my own self-expression, and I look forward to sharing that with you.

xx

Guess Who's Back

COMING SOON

UPDATE

After a nearly 9 month sabbatical I am ready to dive deep into the blog again. There are a lot of new and exciting things going on and it's been a long process of getting ready for the next 10 months; alas I am here and I am happy to share. Later this month I will be returning to the classroom to finally finish my degree in English Literature. after abruptly dropping all courses at St. John's University in August 2012 I have spent three years working and living life as a regular adult. Now ready to wrap up this chapter and move on to great things, I've enrolled in a school that is smaller, more liberal, and located in my home state of Washington - so this couldn't be a better fit for me. 

IN HER CELL

My hopes for this blog are to share with you my personal style, interests, how I balance academics, my social and love life, and so much more. Through photos, videos and little anecdotes I just want to express myself freely and share with you who I really am; hopefully while learning a little more about you, the reader, as. You can expect regular posts to begin Friday September 25th. 

As always, thank you for reading.

xx

Like Life

This post is a little random, that's how life is though. I have been accumulating some pictures over the last month or so and have only recently realized that I've completely abandoned this blog! So here goes. I'm only posting two looks for now but I'll have more to come in the near future I'm sure. Now, one could call these "fall outfits" but once October hits I am in a permanent state of lighter layers & hues of auburn, olive, oatmeal, and black. I don't really have a steady winter wardrobe because to be honest, I hate winter. I love fall, fall is by far the best season in existence so until summer rolls around I will live in a time capsule of October outfits. 

For a little background story on this first series of photos; these were taken in/around Los Angeles California during Thanksgiving weekend. My boyfriend had a basketball tournament down there and since my sister is living and working in Orlando my mom and I decided to do something a little less traditional. We spent the holiday wandering through this park and consuming ungodly amounts of calories at Jack in the Box. Yes, I said Jack in the Box...hey it was the only place open! 

Wearing: Zara romper, Nordstrom tights, Beyond Threads poncho, Evangeline shoulder bag, Diba black ankle boots, thrifted jewelry.

that is my marm (mom).

and the man behind the outfit photos, my beautiful boyfriend. 

After my return from California I've been feeling a little gray. Slumpy, bored, unmotivated for anything. Then one of my closest friends received a job at the company that I work for! Since then I've been pulled a few feet from my slump and am trying to work on my happiness a little more! The following photos are from the other day when I woke up early, got a run in, and made a delicious breakfast AND took these pictures of my weird, witchy, but cute (?) outfit all before I had to rush off for work! Look at me go, right? Sometimes I get a little too proud of myself, but I think that's healthy anyway...I think.

wearing: Anthropologie dress, cropped sweater from a random store in CA, Jeffery Campbell boots, thrifted jewelry.

As always, thank everyone for reading this post and my blog in general. I really appreciate any time another person puts into checking out what my interests are, what I consider "cool", or a at least a good way to spend some time. I sometimes get this pressing feeling that not a lot of people really know who I am or much about me. I've been making a solid effort to put myself out there a little more; to sort of grow my circle, so I certainly am happy when you guys take a minute to come into my "cell" and get to know me a little better. If you read this or any of my other posts don't hesitate to comment and let me know what you think, what you'd like to see, or ask me questions whatever you want to know! I won't publish what you don't want me to but it's still cool for me to read them :).

Thank you, xx