Soon the summer will be over in the orchard...

Dress - Billabong, belt - flea market, sandals - Dolce Vita, bracelets - flea market, necklace - mom.

So much for my break. I decided to dress up for... BLINK 182! I'm sorry, I just really love them. And it was a great night. For once I didn't have to worry about my feet getting stepped on by fat sweaty guys. It was a refreshing change, to say the least.

Anyway, this past week has been adventure after adventure. Fun, exhilaration... I don't want it to end. And for once in my life I'm kind of involving myself in some drama, but I think I took the easy way out and made a bad decision. But surely I'll have the opportunity to fix it, or I'll just laugh about it later. Wish me luck?

Hope you're all well, and again, I apologize for my crazy posting schedule... I'll try to get back to all of your comments as soon as my mind is a bit clearer. xox Catherine

I'm taking a break. I know I've been weird with posting lately, but I'm trying to balance a lot of stuff right now. In a good way though... I'm so glad my summer's ending up this way. Even if it is ending so soon.


Oh, and Alexa Chung:




both from Weheartit.

Finally!

Tshirt - Wildfox (courtesy of Melting Fabric and Chickdowtown), shorts - DIY, sandals - Dolce Vita, cuff - Amrita Singh (from Ideeli).

An outfit post! Finally. I'm proud to say that my entire outfit was free with the exception of my shoes. I know it's not too complicated, but still, I love free stuff especially when it's stuff I'd buy anyway. This shirt is super comfortable and it makes me long to go to LA. Yeah, I've wanted to go there for years. And next summer I want to check out schools out there, particularly Otis.

My computer is still being a bit screwy but I decided it was time to post an outfit. It's weird how much I missed it... I'm sorry I haven't responded to any comments, but I've been busy to say the least. Maybe within the next couple days I'll purchase my Macbook! Hm.

Well, I'm off to bake brownies and then enjoy summer with a friend and some beverages. Hope you're all doing wonderfully.

xox Catherine

Image credit: Weheartit

I love this.

And since I'm sitting in the peace of my own home without my computer spazzing at me for once, I thought I'd post a little something and extend my apology. I believe we're getting the computer fixed tomorrow, but either way, I'm pretty much decided I'm getting a Macbook - either the regular one or the 13" Pro. I have access to discounts, but still, I'm undecided on which.

I've really been missing reading all of your blogs, but I haven't had more than five minutes on the computer lately. And before it got the virus, I was out and about on the scavenger hunt which I have deemed to be my best summer memory for this year. Unless something better comes along when we celebrate... again.

I'm loving life.

xox Catherine

Apologies.

Third try on this - I've had some pretty awesome times. I went on a scavenger hunt, did crazy things, and probably made some friends. It was truly awesome.

Now my computer has a virus and I am trying to figure out if buying a Macbook tomorrow would be a good idea... monthly payments of course. Ah, good thing I don't have to pay for anything else?

PS I've been up for the past three days, with the exception of two three hour naps. This is a little bad.

Yes, No, Maybe so...

1. Gray blazer $78 - Urban Outfitters, 2. Coral bag $39 - Urban Outfitters, 3. Gray 5" platforms $30 - Urban Original, 4. Coral dress $74 - Chickdowntown, 5. Printed skirt $11 - Forever 21, 6. Navy skirt $20 - Forever 21.

I noticed all of these items are gray, navy or coral. I have enough gray, but I always feel like it's a fresher alternative to black. And in some cases, navy serves the same purpose. But they're all different shades of the same color. What do you know.

Anyway, I ended up going downtown today before work and I would show what I bought, but my camera isn't my friend in tungsten lighting. So, what did I buy? ...a blazer from Zara that I believed to be $30, marked down from $70. I put it on hold as I ran to the bank and browsed other stores, and when I returned it came to $20. Magical. ...a scarf that I plan to wear in my hair from H&M. It's either pinkish or coral, but it's bright and would distract people from my gross hair. Yeah, I really need a hair cut. ...None of Your Beeswax lip balm and Sakura solid perfume from Lush, that store is fantastic. I was a little ecstatic after my blazer was only $20, otherwise I only would've purchased the lip balm.

I feel like a spoiled brat going on and on about my purchases. I even feel like a spoiled brat for making that visual wish list above. But really, anything over $40 is basically out of my price range but I pretend I may just buy those items. And I work now - before I was employed, I went shopping virtually never. Ah, my justification for shopping/retail therapy.

xox Catherine

PS I'm now 100% obsessed with the shoes at Olsen Haus. They are totally vegan and nothing short of spectacular. Take a look. I'm just not sure if I'm ready to spend $200+ on a pair of shoes. But this company is really inspiring, and companies that make me feel good make me want stuff.

PPS I find it really ironic that the designer's name is Elizabeth Olsen, which is also the name of MK+A Olsen's younger sister. But they're huge fur fans (not hating on them, just observing), and this girl makes vegan shoes. Imagine that.

Arrival of the shoes.

Tank tops - Target and Old Navy (, jeans - Delia's, shoes - Modcloth, jewelry - various

(...and I'll identify the bag sitting there, it was a freebie at Bath and Body Works and I've kept it in my locker all year. My school stuff is still in there)

And before I continue, a closeup of my new shoes:


I've been in a constant good mood lately. I'm hopeful. It's really nice for a change. Instead of moping around I've been doing... well, I'm doing my best to live my life. And these shoes didn't stop me from doing anything today! I went to see the Proposal with my friend, and it was actually very good. Some parts made me laugh hysterically and others made me cry.

Anyway, I'll just leave it at that. Hoping you're all well xox Catherine

Edit: I've walked a little bit earlier, and I took a walk around my neighborhood while wearing these shoes. They're barely uncomfortable, especially for being new heels.

Ahh I'm upset, the coupon code I was planning to use on Urbanog must have expired yesterday.

So now I'm $2 short on the giftcard. Haha this is not fun :(

And I just checked my gmail email account and discovered I won a tshirt from another blog, but I probably didn't claim it in time.

Sorry, I just had to vent.

Deep In Summer's Eye.

Tshirt - H&M, dress - flea market, shoes - Dolce Vita, necklace - mom's, bracelet - flea market.

I clearly had a little fun taking pictures today! Finally wearing the dress I bought at the flea market! It's surprisingly very comfortable. I love it. I wore a tshirt underneath because I didn't feel like exposing my shoulders because that's such a scandalous thing to do (I'm just kidding/mocking my school). All I did was run a few errands, but I promised myself I'd dress up today just because I can. I never want summer to end. Ever. The weather is glorious, I'm free... and well, you get the picture.

And some silly photos, just for fun:



So... I got another gift card so I can purchase the gray heels from this post. I'm getting less and less cautious with my purchases, but I still have to think each item through before I buy it. I hate impulse buys. And I went to the mall yesterday and tried on Madewell jeans. I think I may want a pair eventually, perhaps a few paychecks from now? Haha.

I hope you're all well, having awesome days, and enjoying summer.
xox Catherine

Soon to be...

mine: the shoes from the previous post, the woven ones. I know they're trendy, but there's something about them I absolutely love. I don't care that people I've asked personally have told me they don't like them - these are for me. I guess that's how I'll justify this spending also referred to as retail therapy...

xox Catherine

PS The other day I bought this sweater:


It's from Urban and usually I don't buy things from there due to the high prices. But I somehow couldn't resist the $19 price drop.

PPS I'm laughing a little bit right now because somehow the language on Tinypic has been changed.

And even more!

And now these are coming into play. These are from Modcloth, and I love absolutely everything from there. Including these babies. They probably wouldn't work with the whole sock idea... but they look comfier, despite their lack of platform and 4" heel.

I'm itching to deposit my paycheck so badly. I'm thinking it may be a wise decision to wait just a little bit.

xox Catherine

PS All of my recent lusts have been shoes. Just something I've noticed, hah.

Lazy day inspiration.

I hate cold weather and I'm sincerely dreading the end of summer and weather colder than 80 degrees. Everyone else is excited, but I can't find a single reason to be... except for trying to replicate this:



The comfy looking cardigan and tshirt (I'm a HUGE fan of Operation Ivy) are what do it for me. Maybe I'll actually give leggings a try. But oh, what I would do for a perfectly worn in Op Ivy tshirt. I just need to find some guy I can steal one from.

Trying to avoid getting ready for work by eating edamame and couscous. So delightful. xox Catherine

Photo cred: Weardrobe

PS I think I really want the shoes from my previous post, but I'm undecided on brown/tan vs gray. Hmmm...

Contemplating.

I get my paycheck tomorrow, and my sour mood is lingering so I may try some retail therapy. I know that's a crappy answer to problems, but I'll ignore that... Anyway, Urban Og offers free shipping on orders over $50, and there's a few pairs of sandals I may want in addition to these. I've loved these ever since I saw them months ago on Gojane, and I finally encountered them again.

The thing is, they're basically legitimate stripper heels except they're a little less tacky. I admire those who can wear such high heels without looking the least bit trashy (Taghrid is my favorite example). They're 5" inches, and the platform is a whopping 1.75", which means the difference is only about 3.25" which really isn't much. And I think I could try to wear them with socks, a la Alexa Chung:


to break them in and tone them down.

I can't decide if it's worth it or not. I think I dress a little more maturely than some sixteen year olds, but at the same time I'm thinking "I'm sixteen, I never do anything that cool, why bother?"

This is what bad moods do to me...

Edit: oh, and there's these:



Still a little undecided on color, if I want them at all. They're less intense looking, but the heel is 5" and the platform is 1.25" so I'm imagining they'd hurt more.

OH, AND QUESTION - does anyone have miraculous things for wearing heels from Dr. Scholl's or such? I'd be grateful to hear any suggestions.

Photo cred: UrbanOg, knightcat.

Concerttt.

Gray tank - Target, striped tank - random (my sister's), shorts - DIY cutoffs, belt - random, sneakers - Converse.

I went to a concert! ...this is obviously pre-show, considering I always get in the crowd and it ended up raining (it was outdoors). I saw Rancid for my second time. I'm a little bummed they didn't headline, and a little confused since everyone seems to have at least heard of them, but they were good.

Normally I find the shittiest clothes ever to wear to shows, and while this is far from extravagant, it's a little less simple than usual (for concerts). And it's basically what I've been wearing variations of for the past week. Oh, and I dyed my hair an auburn-ish color! I wish it had a little more gold tones in it, but I'm pretty satisfied.

My cuff kind of broke during the show, towards the end during the band I didn't even care about. Hm, seemed random, but I'm going to take it to a jewelry store in hopes they can fix it or something. Just because I love it far too much.

Oh, and my dog Sadie:

She's a golden retriever, she's a little silly, and she can roll over. I've never had a dog that could roll over before. She makes funny faces when someone pats her head. I like her.

A little bit...

Tshirt - random, skirt - Target, shoes - Target, bracelets - various, bag on the floor - Deux Lux

I'm not in a good mood, the reasons range from hypocrisy to dealing with people all day. Work was really busy and I seriously think there's something up with the stars - I occasionally believe in astrology, now being one of the times. Anyone who can verify? Anyway, I'm saying this because everyone I've talked to in the past couple days has been upset for some reason or another at some point. And it sucks, I wish everyone could just cheer up. Eventually...

This outfit was so comfortable. I don't look it though, but that's because I'm a little down.

Hope you're all well, and please understand that I'm a little busy lately, xox Catherine

100.

I couldn't resist giving a preview of my fabulous flea market dress. I really need a strapless bra, I have two strapless dresses I love but have yet to wear.

I was expecting this to be an upbeat post, but I'm going to lead it in a negative direction... some things just don't seem important when you look around yourself. I'm not going to go in depth with this, but I hope the best for everyone and everything. RIP :(

xox Catherine

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This photo evokes so many memories. I've never been in a room that has looked remotely like this, but the windows remind me of this one house I stayed at down the shore. And the little white wicker chair reminds me of another house I stayed at.

This calms me. I imagine waking up with the sun in my face, ready to ride a bike around the town (I believe I said in my previous post I cannot ride a bike... but after a few incidents coincidentally down the shore, I've stopped) with my hair in a complete mess, sunglasses on, picking up fresh fruit...

It's funny. The last time I was at the beach, last week, it was kind of upbeat-let's-do-stuff... but this calms me. Ah, how I'd love this day after day.

xox Catherine

I've been doing some thinking, now I just don't know.

Gray tank - Target, skirt - vintage, sandals - Target, jewelry - various.

I'm about to have a fit, my computer is acting up! But at least I've discovered a temporary fix...

Anyway, today is/will be busy. I went to the city for an appointment, went to the movie theater to get tickets to see Harry Potter tonight, then came home. And I'm going to go see Harry Potter, I'm soooo excited! I'm such a huge nerd, but in the best way? Haha.

Yeah, I guess I'm entering the bike contest on Chictopia! (PS If you're not a member already, I'd recommend joining! And if you want to make me happy, you can use my referral code: CATHERINEE555)

Hope you're all wonderful, and please understand if my posting is sporadic and a bit hectic lately. xox Catherine

Apologies

My internet has been down since a bad storm on Saturday night... I came back from the beach on Friday (the post on Thursday was a scheduled post!), but I slept for a mere three hours so I was exhausted.

The past couple days have involved working, denim cutoffs and vneck tshirts.

And a quick little thing on the flea market/sale: I wasn't at the flea market for very long, but I got a vegan strawberry shortcut cupcake (DELICIOUS!!) and what I'm convinced is the absolute best dress ever. Seriously, I'm in love. I was a bit disappointed by the sale, but afterward I went to Gianna's, which I love. When I came home I was tired as hell, and then I had to work, but it was alll good since I was working with a coworker who I find very attractive. I'm such a creep.

xox Catherine

Featuring: Rolling Stone Vintage

We all know that vintage is more interesting than clothing bought from mass retailers because it tells a story. I guess we even all know that it's eco-friendly. And if you're anything like me, finding the perfect vintage clothes can be a bit intimidating because there's no place to start.

Allow me to introduce you to Rolling Stone Vintage. Not only is it stocked with fabulous, beautiful, one-of-a-kind vintage pieces such as these (sigh, I need to save up some money!):



...but there's also a Vintage Clothing Shopping Guide, a Guide to Vintage Clothing (includes sizing information, and very helpful information on how to store clothing to make it last!), and monthly specials to make finding the perfect item a little less stressful on your wallet.

Oh, and free shipping on all orders regardless of the size? Doesn't get any sweeter, does it?

xox Catherine