Joyeux anniversaire à moi

Jacket - Urban Outfitters, top - Monki, belt - vintage, bag - Aldo, jeans - Madewell, shoes - Rachel Comey

My birthday was swell - my second class of the day was cancelled which allowed time for a proper nap, I saw most of my friends here, and I went to Chestnut Hill for dinner with my family. Most birthdays end up entirely underwhelming for whichever reasons, but this one was quite relaxing, low key, and nice. Of course, nineteen is a relatively insignificant age, but it is the last year of being a teenager - which is very odd.



This outfit is simple but made me feel (very) vaguely Parisian, if only for the marine stripes on my shirt. I've always admired the casual elegance that they possess - it's what I generally try to aim for, but achieving that is far more difficult. I miss Europe, sometimes.




Only thing that hindered me from enjoying my day to the maximum capacity: weather! I guess not everyday in March can be above 70F and sunny... C'est la vie.

xox Catherine

Last of the Heat Wave

Sunnies - Marc by Marc Jacobs, dress - Camden Market, cuff - antique, shoes - Topshop

I wore this Friday for my last classes for the week and then lounging on the lawn. I love the spontaneity that seems to accompany this warm weather; I ended up going to the Cheesecake Factory with a big group of friends. Unfortunately, it's gotten colder and rainier since then, but that hasn't stopped me from celebrating.




On Saturday a few friends and I went on an (somewhat spontaneous) excursion to a semi-nearby hookah bar. I like the atmosphere of such places; music, dimmed lights, chill vibes. Until I get a headache, it's nice. Hookah is so aesthetically pleasing, and we ordered bubbles to add to that fun. It was simply delightful.




Here's to hoping the sun returns somewhat soon!

xox Catherine

PS It's officially my birthday!

Birthday Wishlist

1. Coral Scalloped Crop Shirt, Topshop, $50
2. Ecote Studded Wedge, Urban Outfitters, $69
3. Who's-Got-The-Button Top, Anthropologie, $58
4. Linked Skirt, Need Supply, $38
5. Red Anemone Print Jersey Dress, Topshop, $60
6. Open Back Drape Dress, Asos, $62.76
7. Cooperative Janis Platform Sandal, Urban Outfitters, $59
8. Mulberry Tea Shorts, Modcloth, $55

Just a few items I wouldn't mind receiving for my birthday... funny how the color palette is kind of cohesive. I didn't even realize that was the case until now.

Hope your weekend is going well!

xox Catherine

PS I've hit 250 followers! I just need to put a few finishing touches on the giveaway item - hopefully I'll have it up this week!

Happy Birthday to Me!

I'll be completely honest - I feel like I'm the same age, and today was not that extraordinary. My morning started out pretty badly, my day was usual, I came home and had a hugeee meltdown (I'm being honest...) because something at that time ruined my day (hence why I have no outfit pictures today), I calmed myself down, I put icing on my cake, I prepared my dinner. My day was better ever since I began to prepare the food. And for dinner I had vegan crab cakes, and I am being completely honest, they were amaazing. Took more preparation than I'm used to, and my mom made most of it, but so worth it. And now I'm incredibly confused because people's actions don't match up with what's supposed to be real...

Well, here's a little something I find very aesthetically pleasing:



from Elle, April 2009.

The colors in the first are so awesome. Love it!