Fortunately I no longer think a lot of stuff I thought mattered matters, so casual daywear it is. The midriff is coming out! I paired it with my old visual kei blazer.
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| I got distracted by sight of the fog rolling in |
I am a little blah right now because I'm still filling my energy meter from that insane summer session. I know in a few days I'm going to spend some time just being mean. Does that happen to you? When I've been utterly wrecked for a long time and start coming back, I spend a few days just being pissed off and mean. I warned my roommate and friends already. Mostly it comes out as angrily judging people wearing stuff like skin-colored jeggings as pants (WHY) without any of my normal devil's advocate and acceptance of others inner monologue.
I imagine myself as the Fashion Police, rolling up on my segway and being all, "Ma'am, I'm sorry, but your terrible fashion choices violate the terms of the Geneva Convention. Please put these on." *hands a pair of trousers* And she'd be all, "Up yours, pig!" and take off running. And I'd be like, "Well that was uncalled for. And my insurance doesn't cover pursuit of war criminals. Time for my tea break."
Tank top: anac (eBay)
Trousers: Nike dri-fit (very old)
Platform shoes: Candie's (thrifted)
Blazer: Punk Rave (eBay, Little Chili's Lolita Shop)
Fused glass necklace: unknown (Paris)
Our energy comes and goes, as do our moods. Accept it as normal. Handing out fashion citations, however, crosses the line... :)
ReplyDeleteIt's true! That's why I'm staying inside while I'm being mean.
DeleteLol, I really laughed at your "mean mood" description - I've had a few times (more than a few, okay) like that too. I get very pissy with my husband, poor guy.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE that top. Could you wear it over a snug white button-down shirt for a steam-punk-y look? That jacket is also spectacular. You have such a good eye for interesting pieces.
Ooh, that's an awesome idea. I'm going to give that a try tomorrow while figuring out a third outfit with these trousers. Thank you! (And if L tries wearing flesh-colored leggings as trousers, I fully support you if you ticket him.)
DeleteIt's a very cute tank! Though I can see why it's languished. However the blazer need to be reclaimed! That's amazing. I found myself wishing for my oldest goth clothes yesterday, especially a pair of old style hot topic boots.
ReplyDeleteYou link to some amazing pages! I'd really love to know how much luck you've had while ordering stuff. I feel like sizing can be such a shot in the dark, and international shipping always worries me!
As for your "mean days" - I have "whoa is me, the world is ending" days. I'm learning to just settle in for some alone time with a good book during those days, but the DH can still see when I'm feeling snappish and leaves me alone.
Like Ally said, energy comes and goes. Sometimes we just need to recharge in our own bubble.
I have overall had good luck purchasing online. In particular, I have better luck ordering items from Asian brands than American ones (so the reverse may be true for you) because of proportions. Any time the items have a detailed set of measurements, I have not been steered wrong.
DeleteSo far as the international shipping goes, I have never had any problems. It takes longer to arrive of course, but the one time I mentioned an iPod charger didn't arrive to the international seller, they sent me another envelope with *two*.
Alternately you can check out une femme d'un certain âge's post here: http://unefemme.net/2013/08/policing-the-fashion-and-age-police.html
ReplyDeleteon NOT being mean and the Fashion Police.
Very interesting top! I tried to see the holes but failed. So I think they are not that big to attract attention. And the jacket is so cool, matches the top and the pants in a great way.
ReplyDeleteThank you! I'm glad to hear some backup that the tummy gaps are subtle. :D Thank you for stopping by.
DeleteI absolutely love your style and your fascinating commentary. 'Teetering on the edge of the donate/sell bag' is a phrase that resonates with me completely!
ReplyDeleteThank you Judith! I'm so glad you stopped by; I adore your style and blog. :D
DeleteI say hold onto the top and that amazing jacket for awhile longer. You never know! They both look so good on you. You are HILARIOUS re the club scene. Oh could I use a night of dancing! Re getting irritated, I hear ya, sister. This happens to me more than I would like and I can't always blame it on PMS, ha ha! A friend of mine calls feeling anti-social for a short period of time as 'going underground' and that has been a helpful shorthand for us if we don't hear from each other because we are laying low or feeling not-so-nice about people. 'I was underground for awhile!' she'll say and I know just what she means. Don't be too hard on yourself, everyone needs a break! XO, Jill
ReplyDeleteOh, side note: "How I Wear My: Neon"--you in? Keep it in mind!
Thank you, Jill!
DeleteI skipped this month because I own literally nothing neon. :D I totally poked around just in case I was mistaken, but nothing! I'm looking forward to seeing everybody's entries, though. :D
You make me laugh! I'm not sure I get mean... I sort of just suffer a complete mental collapse when I get stressed beyond reason. I've learned to just shut myself in for alone/recharge time as much as possible when I'm feeling used-up.
ReplyDeleteI often make things just because I think they'd be awesome, and then they never make it into my clothing rotation... because they're 'not appropriate' or don't match anything, or aren't comfortable for work or play (and I also am not one for 'going out').