Under The Weather.

I've been feeling a little bit ill the past few days, and I'm really hoping it is just a fleeting thing that won't get any worse. We have 4 classes a day at my school that are each 90 minutes long (as opposed to 60 minutes at most schools), which means missing one day of school can really set you back.

I've been trying to nurse myself back to perfect health with a container of Triple Caramel Chunk ice-cream (so good) and I've spent the day (which we had off from school) catching myself up on the new season of Degrassi.

I have to admit though, my worries about being sick do surpass those related to my schoolwork. I really hope I won't have to nix my weekend plans, which involve coat shopping and seeing Whip It.

Hope your weekends are off to a good start! And if you, like me, are behind on your Degrassi, you can watch the new episodes on the Teen Nick website.

Toughen Up.

It has started to get pretty cold here, so I finally broke out my new leather jacket. I've had it for a few months now, but I've been saving it for the perfect occasion. Being the last day before a three day weekend (yippee), with the addition of the chilly weather, made it that perfect occasion I'd been waiting for. A few years ago I probably wouldn't have thought a leather jacket was for me, but today I feel totally different. There is something about pulling on a leather jacket that totally transforms me. I rushed to pull the jacket on before leaving the house this morning, and the rest of the day I felt like I was the perfect mix of tough and chic.

Do you have any accessories or pieces of clothing that can totally change your day?

Treat Us Well.

Vogue Italia (1994)




Vogue Spain (1995)

Just a little inspiration for fall from the 90's.


Update:
Nails are clothed with- That's Hot from OPI
Ears are ringing with- Fireflies by Owl City

Only What It Allows Me.

I bought my homecoming dress a little bit last minute (the night before) so options were a little slim, but I found this one at Nordstrom and it did the trick. I wouldn't call it my dream dress, but it's fun, young, and cute and it was perfect for the occasion. I guess it's a little hard to get the full effect with it on my closet door, but I was having a little trouble uploading the pictures we took after homecoming. (We ran a little late and didn't get to take many before the dance.)


Here is the clutch I carried. It was really shiny and perfect, it's only flaw was the size. I fit a few dollars, my school ID, permit, and ticket for the dance inside, but it's so flat that I couldn't squeeze a lip gloss in. I also had earrings and an adorable ring, but once again cameras/computers/emails/uploading/etc. are evil.

I wanted to show the accessories and my hair and makeup also, so if I work out the picture problems, I'll try to show the other pictures this week.

I did notice that my idea to do something involving french braids was not exactly original, they were everywhere I looked. Luckily, mine weren't exactly like everyone else's.

Today Is It.

Today is the homecoming dance, and right now I'm just lazing around, but pretty soon I'll be in full 'getting ready' mode. So, I'll leave you today with my latest polyvore creation! (It's been more than two weeks since I've made anything, it's hard to believe that a few weeks ago I was making multiple sets a day.)


Expect pictures of outfits and hair and makeup sometime soon!

Game Face On.

I got back a little while ago from my Homecoming shopping trip (very last minute). I was able to find a suitable dress, the perfect clutch, and very cute jewelry to rock with it. I was hoping the dress would be online, but of course neither it nor the clutch were online. I'll be sure to get pictures of both at some point for you.

Now that all that is decided all I have to do is figure out hair and makeup. I was thinking something with a braid, and of course some kind of fun smokey eye.

Besides Homecoming items I did make just a few purchases; my favorite Aromatherapy Orange Ginger Body Lotion and Stella by Stella McCartney perfume.

On Your Own.

As I've mentioned, this week is homecoming (and I finally decided to go), which means that it's spirit week. So, today I decided to paint my nails green, because green is the school's color. The only problem was I realized that I had thrown away my old green polish, so I set to work with two bottles of polish. I mixed NYC Taxi Yellow Creme (114A) and Sally Hansen Marine Science (23). I was going for a bright green to match the shirt I'm wearing Friday, but instead I ended up with a shade that has an uncanny resemblance to Chanel's Jade nail polish.

Regular (good) posting will be back next week, I've had a ton of school activities this week. Today was the parade, and I had to be a part of it for one of the clubs I'm in. Afterwards me and one of my friends tie dyed shirts for the pep rally on Friday. I'll try to get a picture of it later because I think it turned out pretty cool.

I also made plans to go shopping on Friday so that I can get my dress. I have no clue if I'll stick to my 90210 inspiration or stray from it, but you can be sure I'll let you all know.

You know this week has been crazy, because I've let my room become a total mess. I'm used to it being completely tidy, but I haven't had time to clean it yet. Hopefully tomorrow after school will be the perfect time.