Like a Boy

I looked at the weather app on my phone and saw that it is supposed to rain for like, the next week. Seeing that it was sunny outside today, I knew I had to take the opportunity to take some dry blog pictures. I still have a horrible cold though, so I did take the day off from school and am planning on spending the rest of the day on my couch, browsing Instagram and Tumblr, and working hard to not work at all. I decided to take it easy with my outfit today, wearing something I feel comfortable and confident in. When in doubt, I dress like a boy.

What do you feel most comfortable in?

Top - Urban Outfitters | Jacket - H&M | Jeans - The Gap | Shoes - Converse

Everyday Makeup!

Hey everyone! Today was a super blustery snowy day, so I decided to take the opportunity to do something I've been wanting to do for a while! I made a video, showing my go-to make up routine! I hope you enjoy it. Thumbs up and subscribe and I might make more! (Tempting, isn't it?)

Saturday

Hey guys. This term of school is the first term where my Saturday actually lands on a Saturday, and though I usually have some online class homework due on Saturdays, I still like to dedicate this day to myself in a way. I kept my outfit casual and feminine today, so it was a minimum stress and effort look. These looks are sometimes my favorite. I know when it comes to fashion blogging, sometimes it's more fun to see people's outlandish looks, but I also just love seeing people's personal styles, and my personal style on Saturday is all about looking cute but casual.

I've been thinking about something. My outfits are almost always inspired by music. Whether I'm inspired by the way a musician dresses, or just the general vibe of a certain song, I'm always feeling inspired by what I'm hearing. I probably have a new favorite song everyday which dictates my feelings and style that day, so I figured I would start posting them and sharing with you! Today would be "Brendan's Death Song" by Red Hot Chili Peppers. For me, it is such a peaceful and beautiful song. It makes me want to relax and just be - Which is what Saturdays are all about. :)

Cami Top - BP@Nordstrom | Booties - Urban Outfitters | BDG High Rise Jeans - Urban Outfitters | Cardigan - BP@Nordstrom

Lips - CoverGirl Outlast Lip Stain | Eyes - Lorac Pro Palette | Nails - Essie "Devil's Advocate"

Just Don't Give a Damn

 I felt like this outfit was too much in some ways, but today I just didn't care. I've been feeling very inspired lately, which is a feeling that I regret to report has been sparce in recent months. I'm in a "just don't give a damn" mind set, and this kimono was so comfortable. I came out of my room this morning (er, afternoon) and Matt said "You look like a hippie." Usually that's all I need. I didn't want to look to "bohemian" though, because it's not really my style. I mean, bohemian is part of my style, what I mean is that one thing isn't my style. I don't like looking totally bohemian, or totally preppy, or totally punk, but I like mixing those things up. Amplifying one word for the look, for me, feels really forced and serious. That being said, I thought converse were the perfect shoe to push my easy look to it's ultimate effortless edge. The result was an outfit, much to my surprise, that I felt really confident in. 

What do you feel most confident in?

Kimono - Nordstrom | Slip - Free People | Purse - Aeropostale | Shoes - Converse 

Eyes - Urban Decay "Naked Basics" | Nails - Butter London's "Slapper"

Boyfriend Jeans

I just recently bought my very first pair of boyfriend jeans. I know. It's crazy to think I've gone this long in my personal fashion career without a pair, but all that's changed now and I haven't taken them off. Unfortunately, my schedule hasn't allowed me to take many outfit photos the last few days. Because of my new obsession and the fact that I can't let it go unmentioned on this blog, I thought it would be fun to make a few Polyvore outfit concepts, and share them with you. For each of the three, I started with a pair of boyfriend jeans. I made a girly/fun outfit, a more "cool" and effortless outfit, and lastly a casual, feminine outfit, all of which work amazing with a pair of boyfriend jeans.

Which look would you rock?

All You Need is Love by kenziereese featuring lips makeup

Black Out by kenziereese featuring leather boots

Doing It Herself by kenziereese featuring nars cosmetics

If You Say So

I don't think you can really tell in these photos, but it was raining pretty hard when I took these photos! It's that time of year again here in Portland, I guess! Today, I just wanted to dress really casual while still looking cute. This outfit is a little tame for my taste, but the balance of masculine and feminine pulled it together for me. My flowy top with crochet details, I thought, looked nice with my skater style skinny jeans, jacket, and beanie. I had to visit my modeling agency today and everyone there told me I looked "super chic" - I guess if your modeling agency tells you you look good, you should believe them! There are plenty of outfits that I plan out and get excited to ear, so I think it's interesting sometimes when I wear something and don't think much of it, and end up getting noticed for it.

Do you ever wear an outfit you don't think much of until someone mentions something?

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Top - BP@Nordstrom | Jacket - BP@Nordstrom | Jeans - BDG@Urban Outfitters | Beanie - Urban Outfitters | Shoes - TOMS

Lip Color - Revlon Just Bitten Balm Stain in "Smitten" | Eyes - Stila "In the Light" Palette | Nail Color - Butter London's "444"

Bob Dylan's Shoes

I am pretty obsessed with this jacket. I bought it at Nordstrom for $88, and it's super heavy and warm. It's kind of rare to find a really cute jacket (in my opinion) that's still super warm under $100. Trust me, coming from Alaska, I've given that search a damn good try. I'm definitely wearing this jacket back home for Thanksgiving and Christmas, and I'm pretty confident I'll stay toasty warm. Not that I go outside for longer than necessary when I visit home in winter - But still!

Speaking of obsessions, I'm kind of also obsessing over these shoes. Not just these shoes, but any shoes even shaped like this. It's not exactly a new obsession, but it's one that gets a resurgence in fall/winter. Shoes like these always remind me of Bob Dylan. I know I've talked about how much I love his music, but I think it's also pretty plain to see I draw a lot of inspiration from him style wise. When I think about it, most of my style icons are boys. Weird? Maybe. Anyways, it's gotten to the point where, if Matt is over and I ask him to get out my "Bob Dylan shoes" it takes him a few tries because about 50% of she shoes I own are referred to as my "Bob Dylan shoes". Long story short, I love a good pair of shoes I could see a male musician wearing from the 1960s-1970s.

Where do you draw some of your shoe inspiration from?

Jacket - BP@Nordstrom | Top - BP@Nordstrom | High Rise Jeans - Free People | Shoes - Nordstrom

Lip Color - Nars Pure Matte Lipstick "Terre De Feu" | Eyes - Urban Decay "Naked Basics" | Nail Color - Butter London "444"

Cold Weather Maxi

So I'm really really in love with my skirt. I got it from Nordstrom about a week ago, along with this really cozy cardigan I'm wearing. Unfortunately, I still have the chills so I only had this outfit on for a little while today before having to change into something warmer for my walk to class. I'll definitely be wearing this skirt again soon though!

Have you made any exciting purchases lately? 

Skirt - BP@Nordstrom | Top - Forever21 | Cardigan - BP@Nordstrom | Shoes - Converse


Lip Color - Sephora Favorites "Rouge Shine" | Eyes - Urban Decay "Naked 2" | Nails - Butter London "444"