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flower child

Ruth — Thu, 12 May 2011 19:51:11 +0000

Tank: J.Crew
Wrap around Shirt: Express
Flower Blazer: Zara
Pants: J.Crew
Scarf: Vintage
Pearls: J.Crew
Sunglasses: Marc by Marc Jacob
Sandals: J.Crew
Nails: Sally Hansen Salon Effects in Girl Flower
Bracelet: Street Vendor

Casual Friday.

Ruth — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 22:22:44 +0000

Because sometimes, you just need to be super relaxed. This might be one of my most comfortable outfits I have in my closet. Boyfriend jeans from Abercrombie for $60, a soft v-neck sweater and belt from Express (yup), driving moccasins from Lands’ End for $30, and a vintage scarf from my mom’s collection.

The red door.

Ruth — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 20:21:04 +0000

The vibrancy of the red door against the distressed green Banana Republic dress sweeps me away to an afternoon in the country. I’m eating a fluffy egg white omelet with fresh goat cheese and herbs from Mario Batali’s Eataly. The antique aesthetic of the door tricks me into thinking the door opens to a country kitchen furnished with raw wood chairs and an over sized table with claw feet; I’m eating my brunch off of heavy ceramic white dishware ala Christiane Lemieux Shabby Chic; drinking my mimosa from a Mason jar; all while the occasional waft of fresh lavender drifts through my nose, reinvigorating my senses.

Dress: Banana Republic (CHEAP)

Belt: Express – $20

Boots: J.Crew (above budget!)

Ring: Vintage ala Mom’s jewelry box

Tie one on for size.

Catherine — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 13:00:59 +0000

Modern Stretch High-Waist Tube Skirt, $59.50

I know I’ve already mentioned my upcoming birthday (Editor’s note: I’m really sorry – this may or may not be the last time I self-promote), and I’m having a little trouble deciding what to wear. All those dresses are awesome options, but I’m leaning more towards this insanely hot skirt from Express. Reminiscent of the bandage dresses made popular by the Hérve Léger brand, it’s a much tamer (and affordable!) option than those leaves-nothing-to-the-imagination (and no-room-for-dessert) numbers. Made from a figure-friendly (and birthday cake-forgiving) blend of rayon, nylon and spandex, it’s a great option if you’re like me and not willing to fork over a few hundred dollars for Léger’s high-waisted skirt for a trend that might not last ’til your next birthday. At a tenth of the price, it’s certainly more wallet-friendly. And sure, we’ve all been taught to steer clear from horizontal stripes, but when pared with a neutral top, the body-skimming cut of the skirt works with your body and not against it.