by a stylized hysteria on March 21, 2012
in outfits
When I got dressed this morning, my mother said “You’re wearing that to work?” Then, while getting lunch two women stopped me and said I looked like I walked off the cover of a fashion magazine. These are clear signs that I’m probably a tad overdressed for the office. Whoops.
I know that every single blogger on earth has these floral pants, but I couldn’t resist the siren call of dirt cheap way to try out the floral pants trend. Color me surprised that they have a flattering fit and look pretty good on.
shirt-J.Crew
pants- H&M
necklace- Forever21, hand-painted
shoes- Anne Klein
by a stylized hysteria on March 19, 2012
in Random
I’m not going to spend too much time bragging about the beautiful weather we have in Boston right now, but I will say this. The sunlight, warmth, and beauty of spring arriving almost makes the New England winters bearable. The city truly comes alive in the spring.
Well then. Enough sappy shit. Here’s my quickie art project from the weekend. I bought this rhinestone collar from Forever21 at the end of february, fully intending to paint it (using nail polishes and acrylic paint) at some point. I finally got around to it and I couldn’t be happier with the results. This particular necklace isn’t available online anymore, but it might still be in stores and Etsy is always a great resource for vintage rhinestone necklaces if you want to try this out yourself.
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by a stylized hysteria on January 31, 2012
in Random
This is a super quick post to share a little of what I’ve been up to. Which is artin’ and craftin’ and maybe watching too many cat videos on youtube.
I made this necklace a few weeks ago during a crafternoon with Holly. It was really easy to put the chains together (with the help of a friend) and once I got home, I spray painted the whole thing white and then painted the individual chains with pastel colored acrylic paint. I’m loving pastels for the springtime, especially when paired with last years neons.
by a stylized hysteria on January 1, 2012
in outfits
Happy New Year!
I hope you’re as excited about the new year as I am. And I hope you’re feeling good this morning and not overly hungover. I spent that last night of 2011 gorging myself on Chinese food, making loads of noise, and laughing. A lot. I even got a midnight smooch (thanks to my dear friend Hayley), so the year is off to a good start. The one thing I didn’t do last night is bring out my Nikon, so I’m stuck with one fuzzy outfit photo and 2 instagram shots of my accessories.
Getting dressed for a night out always involves some level of judgement. The only full-length mirror in the house is in my parents bedroom, so I usually have an audience when trying to decide what to wear. Like last night. My first 5 outfits were vetoed, and when I decided on this one, the following conversation ensued:
Me: Is this skirt too short?
Mom: Well… for a 28-year old it is. But you don’t look 28 yet, so I guess it’s okay.
Me: Oooookay. Thanks…I think. (Internal dialogue: Did my mom call my skirt slutty??)
On an unrelated note, anyone have space for a blogger and her two cats? I promise not to make too much noise! In the end, my mom was right. The skirt was really, really short. But I used girl logic (opaque black tights make anything short look acceptable) and went about my night. Now, when I said technicolor, I meant it. Dig it, man.
shirt- Old Navy
skirt- Swapped
boots- Jeffrey Campbell
necklace- H&M
Ikat nail stickers (from here), DIY neon rhinestone bracelet, gorgjana wrap bracelet, and random beaded bracelets.
My fortune for 2012. I am downright giddy about it as it seems like an excuse to be ridiculous on multiple occasions.
How was your New Years Eve?
by a stylized hysteria on December 4, 2011
in outfits
Yawwwn. For someone who didn’t do a lot this weekend, I sure am tired. Maybe it’s been the existential crisis I’ve been experiencing with my hair. I’ve reached that length (and time of year) that drives me crazy. My hair gets tangled up in my scarf and coat and stuck under my bag handle. I’ve been going through pictures of the various hairdo’s I’ve had over the years, which has just left me even more undecided. Shorter? Longer? Wavy? Straight? Bangs? I need a hair fairy to walk up to me, tell me the absolute best look for my hair, and then, umm, do my hair for me. Any thoughts on your end to solve this crisis (other than telling me to quit the dramatics)?
I wore this on Friday to go to Sowa’s open studios. If you’re in Boston, it’s a great way to spend Friday night. Head over to 450 Harrison Ave and you can peruse the many artist studios that will be open to the public, and there’s a huge vintage market too! I spent the evening at Emily Muller’s studio, simultaneously admiring the clothes and cursing my teeny bank account. I wore my DIY silver-sleeved blazer in honor of Holly’s birthday, since she is the most creative person I know.
blazer- Swapped and then painted
turtleneck- H&M
shirt- J.Crew
jeans- Lands End Canvas
shoes- Jeffrey Campbell
