Wednesday, March 24, 2010

Aqua Rose


I usually have the tendency to not buy shirts-- it's not that I purposely avoid them because I look at them every time I go to a store. It's just that they're usually not long enough or I think, "Oh, I never wear jeans, so I don't need any fancy shirts." But now my mindset has changed after buying this amazing shirt with such pretty colors in it.. and I am determined to find shirts! Over the weekend I cleaned my closet out and I have a countable amount of shirts left now. I never realized how many times I just wore a white or black tank top to school then stuck a pretty jacket or cardigan over it. I never dressed myself up based on my shirt; usually my shirt was the last thing I put on! I wasn't even aware that I did that! But now that warm weather is coming I can't do that every day. My poor white tank top already has a hole in it. because of love, not abuse, of course! heh heh.. I think it's that I want to find shirts with interesting shapes and patterns, like this one. I love the pattern on it and it a) has fun colors b) could match with lots and c) has ruched sleeves and puffy, pointy shoulders! It's interesting and a little different. I guess it depends on what kind of fabric it is, too-- I can't stand silk or thin clingy materials. Is there anything you tend to ignore buying for your closet, whether you were aware of it or not?

So, mom took lots of pictures today! We went from the brick wall to the red chair by the lake and to the wall again! The light was sort of weird. As you can tell, the weather here is still mushy and gross. Our yard is all muddy still even though it hasn't rained in days! Plus, it's going to rain again tomorrow! Ahhh well, at least Mr. Buggabug Von Bandito (my prized beetle bug! I name everything) got his windshield wipers fixed. Apparently now he has automatic ones, so that's a wonderful surprise I never knew about! Before, whenever I wanted to wipe rain off from the windshield, I had to push the little lever down. Every time. It was a chore, haha. So this is going to be like the most luxurious thing ever and I actually can't wait for it to rain. Even though the weather here is icky, I hope everyone else is enjoying pretty spring weather and I hope to join you all on that bandwagon soon!

F21 top and belt, Merona skirt, unknown brand tights, Miss Me flats

38 comments:

julianne. said...

im inlove with that floral top.
so adorale.
you look so cute! <3

LyddieGal said...

Your car has the cutest name ever.
I name things too, my camera is named Desmond.

I absolutely love this outfit - red and turquoise are my favorite! The photo of you on the red chair is the best!

I hope the weather starts to warm up soon!!

Chic on the Cheap

Cheyne said...

I love those tights...such a great kick of color. This whole outfit is so spring, and I love how you balance out the black with bold color splashes. So playful! (:

Cheyne.

Vera said...

love the colours! this outfit is cutecutecute

Charmalade said...

Ahhhhh, the rose shirt, the bright blue, this outfit sings to me!

Actually, after zipping up and down the first page of your blog, I want to hang out with you just so I can trick you into sharing your wardrobe with me. Such devilish plans I have! Haha, I actually also love your posts, they're so fun. I promise I won't steal your clothes, but I won't promise I won't unsuccessfully try. :D

Toast with Charmalade

Charmalade said...

PS: I just saw that my link is part of your Favorite Blogs list?? What the what, I'm smiling with glee. Thank you so much. :)

Couture said...

Lovely belt!

Judith
http://couture-and-beauty.blogspot.com/

samantha said...

digging the electric blue tights!

stylefrontier said...

whoa you really rock that bright colours! awesome on you!
by the way have just followed your blog
mind to follow mine? :)

xoxo

Jess said...

Oh you always wear coloured tights so wonderfully :)

Anna Jane said...

Love the bright and contrasting colours - with so many nudes/pastels around at the moment it can be easy to forget just how gorgeous colour really can be.

I'm forever buying new tops - if I have spare money I'm always looking for pretty tops/blouses to spruce up my wardrobe! As for fabrics I tend to avoid... I'm really conscious of fabrics which are really hard to iron at the moment, so nothing shiny or creasy has been in my wardrobe for a looong time!

- Anna Jane xxx

Yuri said...
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Yuri said...

the title of your blog is absolutely perfect, i mean perfect, for this post!
this look is stellar, so bold! i think it takes courage to wear these bright colors, and you pull it off so well!

xoxo, rose.
ChaiLoveVintage

ps. sorry for the above post, it got mysteriously deleted so i had to post again!

Emily said...

Cute outfit. LOVE the tights. :) Nice blog.
Xoxo.

Mel said...

WOW amazing shirt! The print and colors are gorgeous, and I love how you matched your bright beautiful tights with it! Haha you should get more blouses, they're fun to wear with skirts and shorts :) I tend not to look at pants and jeans even though I'd like a perfect pair of black skinny jeans and black slacks to wear to work. It feels so tedious to look for one and try them all on, and why bother when there are so many pretty dresses and skirts out there :)

Marie McGrath (The Joy of Fashion) said...

I love this outfit!! Such a bold statement to pair blue tights with red shoes. Congrats on such a chic look!

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△▾christine▴▽ said...

Wow! You managed to pair red and turquoise and make it look so pretty! I am like the opposite of you, I am always buying shirts and usually stick with dark pants.

You mom is quite the photographer! You photograph beautifully btw.

P.S. You have such a cute sense of humor :) I will follow your blog n-o-w!

:)

Kim said...

Wonderful colours, I love this look. Your outfit is wonderful! :D

anton belardo said...

im being hypnotized by ur blueeeeee legs i like! i like!

Marta said...

you look gorgeous! i absolutely adore this floral top!

JOWY said...

BEAUTIFUL COLOUR COMBO!

One Love,
Jowy
www.iseejanemary.blogspot.com

The Fashion Seen said...

You are just as lovely looking as your blog!

Great outfit!

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E said...

Ah, the colors are just dazzling in this look!

Lions, Tigers and Fashion OH MY! said...

great outfit, love the colors! xoxo

Sonya said...

I love ll the colors! Everything goes perfectly together.

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Unknown said...

liking the colour scheme of reds and greens that add a pop of colour to the black! gorgeous shirt - they are so useful!

xStace

Sarah Dickenson said...

I am the exact same way about shirts! Then comes a time when I need one (all the time) and I never have any pretty blouse to wear!

Those tights are fantastic and I love the whole look. Cute photos too.

♥Sarah
http://jesuisbadpenny.blogspot.com

jess said...

I love the colors in your outfit.

teri said...

Ah beautiful, honey!
Brava!

teri at tintedseaglass.blogspot.com

kate maggie said...

great job with matching! you look so good. i love that shirt and those tights!! x

michelle_ said...

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Louise said...

love the contrast, you've a good taste!

Rae said...

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yourstrulydear said...

i've been stalking your blog now that i've found you and i think this is my favorite outfit so far.

Emma at Daily Clothes Fix said...

I love that top and how you have paired it with the tights. Just found your blog through Clothed Much and I love how you like bright colours too.

Plummy said...

I love that belt and those tights! I also find myself not buying shirts--I guess it's because they are so much easier to find than other articles of clothing (for example, finding shirts that fit vs finding pants that fit) so they are always last on my list to look at...therefore I rarely look for them. I've been trying to be better lately, but I am much more likely to be looking at accessories or skirts! :) I also am a lover of colored tights and it's inspiring seeing you have so much fun with yours.

Careyvdfq said...

I love the colors in your outfit.

Deshaun said...

BEAUTIFUL COLOUR COMBO! One Love, Jowy www.iseejanemary.blogspot.com