Happy Monday.

Maybe make it as fierce as my face in this picture? :)

Jewel necklace- Target; Tank Top- Borrowed from a friend; Velvet Blazer- The Gap

Hope everyone is having a good start to their week!

-g

Teddy Bear Massacre.

Living in a college town, I attend a handful of themed parties every year. This weekend, my friend Roxanne and her housemates threw an ABC party. Anything But Clothes. I was tormented by the thought of putting on a trash bag and expecting to survive the night without a wardrobe malfunction. But what else? Teddy Bears. It came to me in a dream, literally. A dream where my best friend told me to wear my faux-fur jacket that she refers to as my "teddy bear jacket" because it looks as though it was made out of stuffed animals. And I woke up and there it was, staring me in the face. Make a romper out of teddy bears. Here's the final product.

It took about 7 hours, 5 teddy bears in varying sizes, and some creativity, but I finished it. Really proud of the hood made out of a teddy bear head. Now, I have enough stuffing to make a million pillows. DIY love <3

-g

Documentary.

Lately, I have been really into the idea of picking the brains of the geniuses who went before us. Especially those of the fashion industry. It's amazing how much talent was possessed by some of the people who lead the way in the Fashion world, as well as some who continue to change the game. I recently watched the documentary on Yves Saint Laurent. Man oh man, it was long, but worth it.  It's a fascinating account of his life and success as told by friends, the designer himself, and family (all in french with subtitles, mind you). So cool. I sent the Karl Lagerfeld documentary straight to the queue on Netflix and not-so-patiently await it's arrival. This man (my man, Karl) is the epitome of genius. I went through archives of his stuff, it doesn't get better than him.

Example A.

(all photos taken from The Cherry Blossom Girl)

He is always so relevant. Viva la Lagerfeld!

-g

friends.

I realize that in all this time of having this blog I have not yet once utilized or expanded upon what great-looking friends I have. So here is my best summary of all of it: The friends, the travels, and the love.

-g

drag.

There are a select few blogs that I am adamant about checking daily. Among them is one that inspires me completely, Confessions of a Female Drag Queen. And there is nothing DRAG about this blog either. I mean, besides the pictures of blogger Stella in drag...female drag, which is just brilliant. From her quirky, adorable, yet highly intelligent outfits, to her respectable attempts at making hats and succeeding, I count this as a top Must Read blog. This is just a taste of why...

(All Pictures Taken from http://confessionsofafemaledragqueen.blogspot.com/)

 I adore that there are women out there like this, with impeccable personal style. I am so inspired.

-g

What's in My bag?

Coach Pink Sequin Wallet, Coach Sunglasses case (filled with Prada Aviators), VO5 Hair Creme, Burt's Bees Chapstick, Iphone Charger, Nude Lipstick, Fleece Hunter's mittens, Scarf, iFlip, Sandwich Bag full of Daily Vitamins, Keys with Assorted Key Rings, and Studded Makeup Bag full of essentials (Mascara, Eyebrow Pencil, Bronzer, Brown/Grey Eye Shadow).

Overdue.

My new tattoo, which I love. At first I was a little unsure about the position and all, seeing as it's my first, but now, I cannot wait for the winter months to end. I refuse to wear long sleeves and cover it up; This necklace, as well as the sweater, are a new part of my DIY obsession. I cropped the sweater myself, which gave it a whole new life, and this antique key was given to me by my Biff. She put hers on a chain and the envious part of me followed suit. I was never into long chain necklaces, but now, I cannot get enough; Have I mentioned yet that winter needs to end?? Mostly because I have multiple pairs of killer shoes that are staring at me every day, begging me to play. I just don't have the heart to attempt to wear anything but boots in this "winter wonderland" if that's what you want to pretend it is; As I said earlier I have an obsession with DIY and these boots are my next victims. They are the result of some poor, yet hopeful thrifting choices. I thought they had something to offer, but I was very wrong, so my plan is to transform them from hideous blue pointy-toed boots, to gorgeous black peep-toe lace-ups. This, if I finish it and it ends well, will be my finest accomplishment...well, sort of; and Finally, I cannot get enough of this picture of Jean Moreau in my Vogue Women coffee table book. Her eyes, ugh, inspire me.