we went out last night...

I usually change two or three times getting ready to go out. 

Then take it off to do my hair and make up, and then get 

dressed again. But last night I somehow got my outfit right 

the first time, and it was so comfortable I didnt change out 

of it before doing my hair and make up. And not to toot

my own horn here, but I really like it. Simple and casual, 

and it looks effortless. I don't like wearing dresses out at 

night, it looks like you are trying to hard/ give a fuck. I like (knit)

dresses for the work week because they are the most comfortable).

Going out at night I like to look very casual and like 'oh yah I 

stopped in for a few drinks after running errands'. I know I'm weird.

Here's a close up of my london sole gold flats. And the new kitten, CJ. They are

starting to get some wear and tear, and I'm sad because I want them to last a long time.

I'm wearing my bangs longer, and parted in the middle. It's a nice change from 

side swept bangs that I've had for years. Oh, and I swear, I am never drinking 

tequila again, I thought I learned the first time, but this second time will stick. 

I swear.

Vegan cake

For Elise's birthday, I added raspberry jam between the layers, and it was pretty good. Or we were pretty drunk.

some day we will rule the world

easy access

http://store.americanapparel.net/rsaphhct.html?cid=139

what else would be the purpose of these?

The Johan Hills

Johan Hill in Harper's Bazaar, isn't he gorgeous?

shopping this weekend

tunic and aa style dress from f21. Blouse on sale ($242.00 to $40.00) from Patina boutique in costa mesa. 

Sign up for their email list, and they'll let you know about their sales.

i think they have big ones about twice a year. i always have good luck there.

http://www.patinaboutique.com/

why i want flat vintage boots

images from

http://www.flickr.com/groups/wardrobe_remix/

http://ilikemystyle.net/

Breaking Bad

the obsession continues. 

http://www.amctv.com:80/originals/breakingbad/

Daniel Johnston

I came across him a few weeks ago after looking up the song 'devil town' that bright eyes covered on 'noise floor'. Guess he has this big cult following, and there was a movie made about him in 2005 called The Devil and Daniel Johnston. Well i guess its a documentary, is that the same thing? Anyways, its about how he struggled with manic depression, and being hospitalized throughout his life, while trying to be the great musician he always believed he could. Ever since I watched the movie, and heard his music I can't get Daniel Johnston out of my head. I bought (one of?) his latest cd(s), 'welcome to my world', and I'm sure I'll buy more soon. I can't explain it, but after listening to him, everything else on my ipod just sounds like retarded garbage. 

This is my favorite picture him him that I've found. It's sad, but so interesting, a man with a truly great story to tell.

Ruby 2

if these pictures don't make you happy,  nothing will.

shopping lately.

f21. i think this looks expensive, it has a clean hem and the fabric is really nice and soft.

urban outfitters. still surprised i found something cute there last night.

target. i can't say no to elastic waistbands in any form.

gunner's little sister

charlie named her ruby, and she's almost two weeks old. look at her funny little ear.

lipgloss and literature

Last weekend Allegra got me these insanely cute cupcake lip glosses.

My favorite is the strawberry one.

She also got me the book handmade nation. It's basically about super intense indie arts and crafts, and everything DIY. 

This is the author's blog

http://indiecraftdocumentary.blogspot.com/

Now all i have to do is think of something really cute and useless to make and sell on etsy, so i can quit my retarded job.

breaking bad

is the best show i've ever watched. Sundays 10pm, AMC, do it.

oh, esty.

insanely cute little thing from

  http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5140485

sweater.

I got this Trovata sweater at Crossroads this weekend, it was a good deal for $13.50. I like it, it has cute buttons, and yah thats it.

mascara.

i guess i'll call this my favorite and least favorite mascara.

good one

The mascara i'm really liking right now is 'colossal volum' express' by Maybelline. Today i got a two pack for $6.99 (target often has special packaging/ deals).  It usually retails for like $6.29

The brush is just your traditional mascara wand, but a bit plumper.

Just one coat, and my lashes already look thick and full.  But i think the best thing about this mascara is that it's really buildable. I'll let it set for a while in between coats, and i can do about 4 or 5.

crappy one

Givenchy PHENOMEN'EYES

I got this from Sephora a few months ago after seeing many adds for it, and thinking the new crazy wand looked promising. It's supposed to curl and separate lashes. It doesn't claim anything about volume (which i ushally look for), so yah i guess i just bought it for the wand.

I can only put on two coats at most, because anything after that, my lashes just clumped and almost drooped down.  So i can never really get the big, full lashes i'm looking for. Also, this mascara never dries, it always stays tacky, which is very strange to me.

I guess this mascara is alright? I'd never buy it again or anything. And i'm sorry but for $28, you should get perfect lashes, and it should double as a floatation device.

A few things i've been resisting lately

old navy cardigan

Really like the print and color. But i just couldn't justify buying another cardigan.

juicy swim suit

This suit looks so sweet with the little flounce, and flattering with the rouching. But the juicy suit i already have still has alot of life in it.

juicy bandeau dress

I'm not sure why, but this dress makes me want to move to mexico, and do nothing all day except look pretty.

aa hoodie

Just a simple black hoodie. But i already have a burgundy one.

twelfth street by Cynthia vincent slip dress

Such a pretty color, and i love the simple styling. But i already have two in a similar style, from a few years ago. The fabric is so delicate, i couldnt stand buying and ruining another one.

So basically, i think i've finally realized i need to stop buying the same crap over and over again. And sometimes a little extra money in my bank account feels better than more stuff in my closet. Sometimes.