Back From The Windy Apple

Hey dudes! I'm back from New York City. It totally rocked, as I'm sure you can imagine. I have a bunch of photos and stories, but since I vacationed at the worst possible time and I'm moving this weekend I'm not sure when I can get them up here! Soon, though, I promise! Until then, enjoy the only trip photo I have uploaded at this point:

Wardrobe Remix for 05.19.10

grey peter pan collar sack dress - H&M
red belt - Knee Deep Vintage
Candy Maize II ring - courtesy of LuShae Jewelry
teal tights - We Love Colors
black leather flats - Target



I just realized this is the debut of my vintage eyeglasses! They are cat eye, from the 50s. I love them so much! And I got really really nice lenses for them so I want to wear them all the time. Please forgive my gross sleepy face, though. I'm still getting 5 hours of sleep a night. Too much to do!

I wanted to be comfy so I wore this grey sack dress. Since it's so billowy and short it begs for colourful accessories, as you can tell by how often I wear this thing. Little black dress? Pfft. Little GREY dress. I like the way the red goes with the tights from We Love Colors, I was worried I'd look too superhero or something. But I think just the little touch of red is just the thing, and the tights make the dress look really mod.







I also really love my new ring from LuShae Jewelry. I've been wearing this every day since I got it. I was worried the stones might get damaged from all the work I do with my hands but this thing looks like it just came out of the box! This is my favourite kind of ring; unique with a bit of bling but still nice and flat. They have a bunch of other things I really liked, too, and even my brother liked this ring!

In other news, my apartment is coming along. We started painting last night (don't worry, I changed out of my cute outfit first!). Here's a crappy cell phone pic of my new bedroom colour:



I'm accenting with red, dark blue, grey, and white. What do you think?

I leave for New York City tomorrow morning! I have a pretty full schedule at this point but feel free to toss some recommendations my way! I'll try to pre-write a Friday Links post for tomorrow but otherwise I might not update until I get back. Then I pack up and move next weekend. I can't wait for it to be June, jeez, maybe then I can get some sleep!

Wardrobe Remix for 05.14.10

asymmetrical collared shirt - thrifted
floral pencil skirt - thrifted
polka dot stockings - Target
mushroom wedge sandals - Target

For all I know, this might be my last "proper" outfit photo before I move (though I'm going to try and take some in New York City next weekend while I'm there. Oh yes, I'll be in New York City next weekend! I have limited time and I have an idea of my plans already, but if there's anything I Must. Not. Miss. then by all means let me know!)







But back to this outfit. I originally bought this skirt for the shop but since it fit me perfectly I decided to keep it. Because I have virtually NO patterns in my wardrobe. I'm really trying to wear more patterns and learn to pattern mix. See, this is what I did with the polka dots! How did I do?

Also, these shoes! These are 5" heels. I'm 5'7" in them! I'm finally an average height, haha. They are pretty comfy (a little hard to walk in) and I love the colour. Also the style is so forties. I have a burgeoning collection of 40s-esque sandals, the best.



Also, don't forget to Shop the Moving Sale through Sunday! Fund my move! Etc!

Final Shop Update And Sale!

Black Leather Platform Granny Oxfords With Woven Detailing Size 8, Strawberries and Cream Sweet Red and White Polka Dot Blouse With Eyelet



Graph Paper White and Green Windowpane Checked 60s Day Dress Cotton,
20s Art Deco Gold Lame, Black Velvet and Rhinestone Platform Slingbacks




Sugar Sands White Leather Basketweave Peeptoe Heels Size 7, Carnaby Street Mod Red and White 60s Clutch With Removable Strap

How amazing are those black and gold shoes?! I mean, WOW.

Eyeing any of the above or something I posted earlier this week? This is your lucky day cos I'm having a Moving Sale this weekend!



That's right, get 10% off one item and 20% off two or more items! Ends at midnight CST on the night of Sunday, May 16th. (Excludes price of shipping; savings will be refunded via Paypal after purchase.)

Moving Sale at Slubird Vintage!

The sale starts midnight tonight CST at Slubird on Etsy!

Ends at midnight CST on the night of Sunday, May 16th. Excludes price of shipping, will be refunded via Paypal after purchase.

Shop Update: Early Summer

I'm starting to bring out the summer goods here at the ole shop, particularly with the strappy sandal pumps and this AMAZING wiggle dress. Seriously, it's one of my favourite finds ever. I have to try it on before it goes to a new home. I've got a couple of lovely silk things here, too, and I have a few more odds and ends I've photographed that I plan to list tomorrow. I'm trying to update like mad so most of my stock is up before I move.



Etienne Aigner Ivory Leather-Like and Basketweave Shoulder Bag, Oxblood Woven Brazilian Leather Oxfords Size 10.5



Emerald Green Silk Short Sleeve Pocket Blouse, Chestnut Brown Italian Leather Arrow Doctor Handbag



Cornsilk Satin Scallops Blouse, Bluebells Floral 60s Two Piece Shirt and Skirt Set



Femme Fetale Sexy Black Cutout Bandeau Cocktail Wiggle Dress, Pastel Plaid Oxford Button-Up Shirt



Silk Rose Red Shortsleeve Blouse, Summer Nights Brown Vegan High Heel Woven Sandals Size 7

Spring and Summer Wishlist

Since late Spring-early Summer is my favourite time of year I've been stock piling like mad all the dreamy wares I want to own. However, since I'm saving my pennies for my move I'm being a (relatively) good girl...doesn't mean I can't dream shop, though.



from Mod Cloth, Forever 21, Anthropologie, and Old Navy



from , We Love Colors, and Mod Cloth



from Dear Golden, Verhext, and tractordog, all on Etsy



all from Urban Outfitters



from Old Navy, Anthropologie, and Banana Republic

What's catching your eye this time of year?

Shop Update: Pretty Things For Spring

I have so many goodies in this shop update! Vivid skirts in classic cuts, soft blouses in pale pastels, lots of tan and light blue for your preppy nautical styles. I also have a few more pairs of shoes, purses, silk blouses, and more to update with next week. But for now, peruse these wares available in the shop right now!



Royal Purple Pencil Skirt with Pockets, Autumn Dusk 40s Cotton Handmade Shirtdress, Classic Skirt in Tan With Side Pleats



Silk Sage Green Sleeveless Button-Up Blouse, Eggshell White Applique Oversized Tank, Robin's Egg Blue Sleeveless Button Down Blouse



Western Buckled Tan Shoes With Low Heel, Size 7, Dooney and Bourke White and Tan Two-Tone Large Leather Handbag, Bisque Basketweave Brazilian Leather Flats Size 7.5



Aquamarine Deadstock Shirt Dress, Cherry Red Linen Pleated Knee-Length Skirt, Delicate Leaves Blue and Black Sleeveless Blouse



Sailor Knots Blue and White Striped Denim Skirt, Roman Knit Long Souvenir Bag With Braided Strap, 40s Inspired Navy Flutter Sleeve Day Dress With Pink Bows