5 Things

For whatever reason, I give off a false impression of myself sometimes.  I've been called standoff-ish and other choice words.  I have other friends that have been told they give off a similar impression.  I'm here to clear up that misconception.  We're not standoff-ish, we're by no means "bitchy", and we're not abrasive.    We're also not bubbly, happy-go-lucky girls that will start up conversations with a wall. People like to label others as falling into one of these two categories.  Don't get it twisted.  Just because I'm at times quiet and observant, doesn't make me a bad person.  Everyone has to remember that we're all different, and have different backgrounds that have shaped our personalities.  We're all guilty of pre-judging one another, but I think we need to try not to, and I'll try my best to give off a vibe truer to myself.

I'm going to need to make these someday.  

Fashion inspiration for a jacket I just bought.  

Alexander McQueen skull scarf.  I need to learn how to tie my scarf like this.

I love this catch-all type bag.  Would be perfect for school.

Fashion Friday- Faux Fur

Winter weather has finally arrived in Colorado so it's time to break out the winter wear.  One of my favorite trends is faux fur vests (I think jackets are a little overboard).  I'll admit, I have yet to take the faux fur plunge but it's because I haven't found the perfect piece.  However, this post (and the snow on the ground) is inspiring me to continue my hunt.

How comfy and cozy do these look?!  I now understand why my friend's sister considers her faux fur pieces her "comfy clothing."  I personally choose men's sweat pants, but maybe I'll improve my lounge wear.  Never know when prince charming might come knocking.

Original post here. This is how I would do faux fur!

This is from Quiksilver.  Buy it here!

 I love the different textures of the vest and blouse.

From Topshop.  Get it here.  I could live in this!

Love this look from Sydney

Sidenote:  Please don't wear real fur.  Animals are truly tortured all in the name of fashion.  

Fashion Friday - Brown Riding Boots

I'm still not sure if riding boots are a super specific style, but either way I'm going with it.  We can also call them knee high boots if that's more your style.  Anyway, brown boots have been on my "fashion-must-have" list for awhile now, but couldn't find the right ones.  Well, this week I found them!

They are Unity by Carlos Santana and I found them at Famous Footwear.  You can also find them here, but they're more expensive.  

Anyway, I love the color and the buckle detailing.  They're also a bit slouchy so they fit well over skinny jeans.

Sydney over at The Daybook Blog inspired me to get brown boots after seeing her pair them with black.  I was always anti-brown/black mixing, until I saw her doing it.  I guess that makes me a follower, but oh well!  

Yesterday I wore my new boots with, wait for it, BLACK leggings!  And I loved it.  And today's outfit includes some black and these boots.  I'm a new person!  

Anywho, here are some inspiration looks for you if you were scared like me about pairing brown boots with black! 

I have all the pieces to make this come to life!

I love olive green!

Great casual outfit for winter!

Great colors for fall!

I love all of the layering!

In other news, I will be moving back to Denver at the end of this month to hopefully pursue my Master's degree.  Cheers to new adventures, including pairing brown and black!