Howl

First off, I would just like to say I had a great time co-hosting the Free People event at Bridgeport Village last night! I think my favorite part was when I bought this dress. Maybe it's because of my new hair color, but I've really been feeling anything with a dark, moody, edgier vibe lately. Of course, whatever vibe I'm feeling is subject to change at any minute. I've also been really inspired by my all time favorite band, Nirvana. They were inducted into the Rock and Roll hall of fame last night, and I've been thinking a lot about why they're my favorite band and how the music I love inspires the fashions I love, as well as how I would define my personal style (which can be defined as eclectic, at best.) Michael Stipe said it best in his speech last night, Nirvana was "a sweet and beautiful—but fed-up—fury, coupled with howling vulnerability." 

That quote made me re-realize why Nirvana has always been my favorite band... And it also helped me realize how I define my style.

Easy Breezy Crochet Slip - Free People | Oscar Wilde Crop - Forever21 | Boot 1460 ForLife - Dr. Marten

Ahead of the Curve

 Sorry about the lack of photos in this post, guys. It has been raining all day long here in Portland, and a lot of the photos came out blurry as a result. I woke up today and felt like wearing some items that I rarely ever wore. This white button up is something I own for the simple fact I think everybody should own one; however, I never really wear it. I decided to dress it down with leggings (also something I never wear). The look took a turn towards edgy once I slipped on this leather bomber, beanie, and Doc Martens. I forgot how much I loved this jacket. It has a fun baseball feel to me that I really like. It's so much fun when fashion takes you some place you weren't planning on headed. 

How do you like to style your basics?

White Button Down - BP@Nordstrom | Leggings - BP@Nordstrom | Socks - Aerie | Doc Marten 1460s - Dr. Marten | Leather Bomber - Urban Outfitters

"Wear something... black."

Hey everyone. It's been a while since I've posted. I feel like so much has happened in the past week or so. My mom came to visit me and we completely revamped my apartment. We didn't do as much clothes shopping as we usually do, but my apartment needed some serious help! Once it's cleaned up and just the way I want it, I planned on taking some apartment pictures for you all. As of right now, I am typing from a brand new desk set up that I am totally in love with.

Anyways, maybe because it's Halloween, or that American Horror Story is back on TV (I'm loving the new season and it's only been the first episode!), or maybe it's just the weather changing, OR maybe it's that I finally got a chance to listen to Cage the Elephant's new album, but I've been wearing all black lately. Black is always my go to color. This summer I branched out into more dresses and things with a boho feel, but now that it's getting to be fall/winter, I'm excited to sink back into my comfort zone of black on black on black, lots of layers, long sleeves, booties, etc. I've always leaned more on the side of classic clothes meets an edgy "rock" vibe. I always feel most confident in black. It looks great with everything, it looks great on everyone, and it's a color that looks good in bulk!

What are some of your favorite colors to wear? What things have been inspiring your wardrobe?

Booties - Dolce Vita | Leather Leggings - BP@Nordstrom | Black Button Up - BP@Nordstrom | Necklace - Elizabeth Jewelery