Can you guess what I'm standing in front of here? think....creepy van....yes, but awesome colors too
Jacket: J.Crew outlet (20.00?)
Sweater: Thrifted J.Crew (3.99)
Shirt: Thrifted Gap (2.00?)
Shorts: J.Crew outlet (15.00?)
Tights: Target & Tjmaxx
Shoes: DIY
Specs: Urban Outfitters
Despite feeling completely uninspired lately, I feel like things came together this morning. I really love this outfit. What is it about this time of year that is just...a little blah? Is it all the "spring preview" emails in my inbox? I think that might have something to do with it. We're experiencing a little January thaw this week, so the weather was unseasonably warm, maybe 40 degrees? It was refreshing to be able to spend some actual time on my photos, and I really like how they came out. I wasn't necessarily going for a school-boy vibe, but I like how it turned out! I'll share little not-so-secret with you too, many people ask me how I can stand to wear skirts and dresses in the wintertime, the trick is to wear two pairs of tights- the second pair really blocks out the wind! Also, I spent way too long making my first .gif file tonight. I don't know how I feel about it. It kind of hurts my eyes...
I loved reading all of your responses to yesterday's post, you all had such lovely things to say!
44 comments:
Happy birthday, my dear. LOVE the red lipstick!
Also, my friends and I go to Tahoe to ski/board all the time and always only make it a few hours before calling it a day and heading to the bar. :)
The lipstick totally makes the outfit! I know how you feel about the lack of inspiration these days...that's why I did the Summer Finn series! Your stop-motion video is fun! Annie.
Hah, I love that you used the van as a backdrop! I can't pull off bright lips, but they look great on you - definitely make your outfit pop!
- Ana
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Creepy blue monster van! haha.
I think your outfit and .gif are really cute..
Happy 26th Birthday and I hope you spend the day doing everything you love.
BikeWorkPlay
The glasses are cool! Your outfit is as well.
Wow, that is really cool!
Love the outfit!!!!
I love the way the first photo makes you look like a neo-noire femme fatale. <3
You look great, and I love your glasses! :)
I know just what you mean, I feel so "blah" around this time too. I want it to be springtime already!
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P.S. I'm giving away a clutch at my blog, if you'd like to enter. :)
Your gif is SO cute. I love it! And the lipstick is stunning. Also: yay for grungy creepy van! I love this spring-inspired outfit.
This outfit is so classic to me: schoolboy meets schoolgirl. I wish I could find a decent pair of winter shorts and then have the guts to pull them off! You definitely make them work.
Dea
www.beachfloatabroad.blogspot.com
LOVE! MAN I love. So...does it work to pair sheer tights under patterned? I have been meaning to do it, but I have areas that don't need the extra bulk...you know?
Why am I the only person that can't find a good deal at JCrew outlet? I love that jacket and wish I stumbled upon a great find like that.
Loving the outfit - such simple elements but it makes a beautiful combination! Where are you going in that gif?
Ohhh yeah.... that van is every bit as awesome as I imagined...
I like this outfit a lot and it's perfectly topped with a lovely red pout!
I love your GIF file! So fun and I love your outfit also!
The creepy molester van in the background actually really makes an awesome setting! Great pics hun!
I love your gif and your outfit!
Happy birthday!
- JoANn, Sidewalk CHalk
Your gif is awesome! You should make a stop motion short film one day.. this is the first step!
I love this outfit.. the glasses, shoes, and red lips give it just the right amount of femininity/ edge. You sure are one pretty lady, Julie!
Gorgeous photos! I love collars under sweaters!
Love the red lipstick! You are just the right person to pull it off.
ohh mann. i love the shorts w/ tights look you got going on here.
Love your .gif! I've been trying to figure out how to make one of these for ages! haha
~kerri
i love the shirt over sweater look, very chic!
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Great look, I love the neutral colours and patterned tights.
Love the hair, the trench and the lipstick :)
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Awesome lipstick!
S
http://notjustmedical.wordpress.com
Gorgeous lippie!! you should wear red more often
thanks for your comment - just wanted to write your back and say YES buy the top shop shoes.
once you break them in they are the softest leather.
have a good day :)
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i really love the j crew anorak jacket! it's such a nice color. i think i am going to double up on tights today .... i can hear the wind whipping at my house! !
Right now I'm convinced that I'm going to wear shades of black for the rest of my life--I sort of can't wait for spring at all.
i'm really feeling the 2nd and 3rd shots - the red lipstick, blue wall and neutral color palette of the outfit is spot on. i love your glasses, too. you and brad from Rachel Zoe make me jealous of your big frames!
Happy Birthday, sweetie! I hope you have a fabulous day and enjoy being 26 (I miss it hehe)!
Love this outfit- that jacket is amazing!
xoxo
Amy
http://thebargainhunterextraordinaire.blogspot.com
I love this jacket, wish it were warm enough here to wear my version! Classic.
You are so pretty! I love your outfit today! Happy Birthday!
I just made my first gif. the other day too. I didnt post it though. I thought it was stupid. Yours on the other hand I love. This outfit rocks- the lipstick+ Glasses are perfection!!
-jenloveskev
julie i love this! it's a little schoolboy-ish, but the lipstick and patterned tights make it much more edgy.
and i LOVE the stop-motion whateveritis. more more!! so cool!
this outfit is so perfect! i love how your hair color kinda matches your trench, and i love the grey sweater and the studded ballet flats, and red lips... everything here is a WIN!
oh and i just read on another blog that it's your bday- happy birthday!!! ~joelle
The gif is great! Reminds me of The Clothes Horse, a little bit atleast.
i just stumbled on your blog, and i love it! you have such a unique sense of style :)
very cute. i love your tights and the little step at the end :)
i love this outfit and i LOVE your red lips!!!
You look like Riotbecki from the old Pipettes line up here! definitely a good thing, she is damn cool :)
xx
How did you do that last "moving picture"? I love it! So creative and fun!
-your biggest fan :)
Love your red red lips! your gif. is super cute!
I really love that first picture against the creeeepy van! It is so pretty! Colors are great. Love the collar- and u pulled off that lipstick so well!
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