apartment story

Against my public vow (as posted on my Twitter) to go on a shopping strike until further notice... I caved and purchased the above scarf and blue polka dot skirt from H&M this past weekend. In my defense, the skirt was purchased in attempt to replaced a beloved piece that had a tragic mishap with the iron as soon as I arrived here. The scarf... well, is something I guarantee will fulfill its cost per wear. 

I'm really missing home this week due to the holidays, but I've managed to work Thanksgiving into my lesson plans. Thus, I wanted to dress appropriately. I love rich colors this time of year. and I broke out the bow flats because it's usually what I do when I want to feel ultra feminine. 

Hope everyone has a safe and fantastic holiday!

cold dust girl

(UO denim shirt, H&M oversized grey sweater, Nasty Gal velvet leggings, Express herringbone scarf, Steve Madden boots, ASOS earrings)

Hello, lethargy. I woke up this morning with the indications of a slight sore throat coming my way. It could be all the strain on my voice I've been abusing from keeping my 6th graders in check. Yesterday happened to be a whirlwind of calamitous circumstances after the other, so I'm soaking in my freedom to be lazy this weekend. At this point, I just want to lounge in oversized clothing and leggings forever. However, I will break out of the comfort of my little Korean apartment to have dinner in downtown Uij and get my Brad Pitt on to see Moneyball. 

change of heart

(Express shirt, ASOS heart-printed skirt, AA Circle Scarf, Aldo boots, tights, vintage bracelet)

I just received this skirt in the mail earlier this week, and I la-la-love it. I have another chiffon midi skirt stashed away in my closet that I can't seem to fashion correctly, therefore this is only my second attempt at the trend. It's still a work in progress. I'll continue to play around with it as I finish listening to the no. 1's of The Supremes. 

what have you done for me lately

So, my addiction to singing reality tv shows (hay, Sing-off) has me reminiscent of old Janet videos. I had totally forgotten about this song until recently... not to mention the styling in this video, in true 80s fashion, of course. It's also my favorite Janet era; it trumps The Velvet Rope slash 90s days. Although Halloween just passed, this is giving me ideas for next year. 


Must find a gold lamé shirt to add to my wardrobe of impractical purchases.