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In my dreams, I’m dying all the time

a stylized hysteria — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 00:49:16 +0000

I finally put on something semi-attractive after a week of rain and winds and clouds. Whenever we have weather like that, I lament the fact that I have no adorable rain gear. No tall and colorful boots, no slick raincoat with matching hat like Paddington bear. And the second it stops raining, I forget. Maybe this fall, I’ll break the pattern.

I’m doing a little pattern mixing, but I kept the color palette neutral so I would be comfortable wearing it out. I’m getting to that point where getting dressed takes longer and longer because I’m just so bored with everything I own. So this is the time where I have to try to be even more creative with what I already own since I know that buying a new wardrobe won’t spur me to be more creative. Hopefully I come up with some good looks!

shirt- Zara
skirt- Forever21 dress
shoes- Zara

Listening to… “Porcelain” by Moby

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Now that you know what you know

a stylized hysteria — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 23:47:30 +0000

I was all set to do a sort of feature—a week of work appropriate clothing that isn’t boring or stuffy. But then I deleted Monday’s outfit picture accidentally. Today I wore jeans to work. So, um, there goes my week of dressing well for work.

I managed to get Tuesday’s outfit safely onto my computer. The skirt is fantastic; it has a light green iridescent coating that only shows up in the sunlight.

shirt- Target
blazer- Zara
skirt- TJ Maxx (I don’t remember the brand, sorry!)
shoes- Enzo Angiolini
necklace- Charlotte Russe

Listening to… “Dumb” by Garbage

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Hello hips!

a stylized hysteria — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 20:40:00 +0000

As someone who’s gained a little weight recently and finds most of my pants sitting in the closet until I’m back to my normal size, it really doesn’t make sense to wear pleated pants to emphasize my hips. But they were so cute, sitting there on sale. Whenever I put them on, I feel inspired to wear some very masculine pieces. I can’t wait until the fall so I can wear them with super tall ankle boots and a schoolboy vest.

How goes your Monday? Usually I enjoy Mondays. I’m always energized and motivated to complete as much work as possible. Today…is a different story. I can tell that something is vaguely bothering me because I’m starting to rip at my nails and cuticles. I’m curious- what is your “tell” that you’re overstressed or feeling out of sorts?

tank top- Theory
plaid shirt- Urban Outfitters
belt- I don’t remember!
pants- Gap
shoes- Zara

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If I’m doing my job, it’s your resolve that breaks

a stylized hysteria — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 21:30:54 +0000

Yes, my shirt does have a giant hole in the back. Thanks for telling me.

I bought this crossback T by Alexander Wang bra a few weeks ago and realized that I had nothing in my closet that had a low enough back to show off the best details of the bra. So a quick ebay search turned up this top from Victoria’s Secret. I tried to keep the rest of my outfit low-key, hence the jeans and flats. On a night out I would wear the top and bra with a high-waisted pencil skirt and some chunky heels.

I love this necklace. I got it from etsy seller basilthecat. It’s gorgeous and subtle and the perfect length. I really recommend checking out her store.

shirt- Victoria’s Secret
bra- T by Alexander Wang
jeans- Martin & Osa
flats- Zara

Listening to…”Hook” by Blues Traveler

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It’s too hot for this shit

a stylized hysteria — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 12:27:31 +0000

Earlier this week, I gave up on dressing for the weather. Like Sam Jackson would say, or yell, “It’s too hot for this shit!” So I wore my new shirt from Zara, and long pants, and sweated my proverbial balls off.

Short post today; I’m actually in Philly visiting my sister and nephew. I might be biased but my nephew is the smartest, cutest child to ever exist. Enjoy the weekend, folks!

shirt- Zara
pants- Gap
belt- vintage
sandals- Gojane
ring- Free People

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Inspiration with One Degree of Separation

a stylized hysteria — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 01:42:17 +0000

I saw this outfit on the Briannelee and loved all the jewelry she piled on. I also loved her inspiration for the outfit- the glamourai, who everyone should visit for inspiration. Her ability to pair patterns and colors and layers is just far out.

So in turn, after Briannelee was inspired by the glamourai, I was inspired by her and threw on a ton of necklaces. They totally made the outfit!

blazer- Zara
vest- Topshop
skirt- New York & Co.
shoes- too old to remember
necklaces- Wet Seal and The Habardash Vintage

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We broke but we rich at heart

a stylized hysteria — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 01:16:07 +0000

I bought this dress at least a month ago, and I saved it for today. Why? It was a big day at work with an important meeting and I wanted to dress for the occasion. So after saving this dress for so long, imagine my disappointment at not receiving any comments on the dress! I mean, really! Lack of validation notwithstanding, I felt lovely in it. It swung around my legs in the wind and makes my shoulders look nice and broad.

I went to the beach on Saturday (Good Harbor on Gloucester). It was the most perfect beach day you could ever imagine. I had to take a few photos.

dress- zara
shoes- enzo angiolini

Listening to… “Shuv it” by Santogold

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When Blood Coagulates- It’s Time to Operate

a stylized hysteria — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 02:07:53 +0000

Such a catchy song. My internet-free weekend wasn’t exactly internet-free. It was astonishing how many times I automatically reached for my iphone to check my mail or visit twitter. It was a good start though. I’ll be doing more internet-free days. My goal is to be able to sit down and read a book for more than a half-hour at a time. Yeah, my brain is that fried.

The weather this past week has been atrocious. I managed to put on something cute for a couple of days, but the rest of the time I was a fashion fail.

dress- zara
blazer- zara
boots- miz mooz

Listening to… “Operate” by Peaches

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In a time of chipmanzees I was a monkey

a stylized hysteria — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 14:25:17 +0000

Nothing like listening to tracks from the nineties while at work. Now that the weather is nice, I have nothing to complain about, and therefore, nothing to write about. So, uh, here are some outfits!

oh yeah, I put blue streaks in my hair. It’s pretty subtle, but makes me feel bad-ass and I already want to add more!

sweater- h&m
dress- geren ford
tights- plush
oxfords- nine west

dress (as a shirt)- zara
skirt- h&m
shoes- jeffrey campbell

Listening to… “Loser” by Beck

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I Can’t Use What I Can’t Abuse. and i can’t stop when it comes to you.

a stylized hysteria — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 21:10:33 +0000

Like so many others, I am desperate for warm weather and the opportunity to start wearing my summer clothes again. So I’m stuck layering for now.

Part one: pretty shirt. feels like spring. except for the goosebumps on my arms.

Part two: despite my animal print, I am truly a delicate flower.

part three: I’ve finally accepted the fact that it’s not yet spring.

part four: my favorite cold weather accessory for keeping my neck warm.

blazer- zara
cardigan- j.crew
shirt- don’t remember
jeans- martin & osa
oxfords- steve madden
scarf/neckwarmer- chloe kitten

Listening to… “Vow” by Garbage

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