Nautical by Nature

Here's Part Three of my ongoing Sailor Series! Ask any of my friends and they'll be quick to tell you that I am obsessed with all things nautical. Sailors, anchors, all of that. I couldn't tell you how I became obsessed or why I have this need to pick up anything and everything that has a red and white stripe on it. (Seriously, I bet they could even sell me men's deodorant if it had an anchor on it!)

Genevieve

Welcome to Part Two of my Sailor Series! (Click here if you missed Part One) If you follow me on twitter, then you know I've been dying to try pattern mixing, but that it's been another one of those things I've been afraid to try. No more! I decided to start off easy and pair two of my favorite patterns: sailor stripes and polka dots. I topped (or bottomed?) the outfit off with my favorite orange peep-toes and there you go! I think it kind of has a French flair. Or maybe a 20s flair? I'm starting to sound like I'm Jennifer Aniston in Office Space. Let me shut up.

A close-up of my ring

Shirt: H&M
Skirt: H&M
Shoes: Aldo
Necklace: Forever21
Ring: Aldo

Want more Parisian fashion ideas? Check out this how-to!

Marley

I've been in a style rut. And it's the kind of rut we all get into and probably never notice. 

I love love LOVE class and sophistication when it comes to clothes and outfits.

 I always usually churn out cute outfits that I have fun with, but fashion-wise, this is no longer a challenge for me. And life's all about challenges, right?

Soooo I decided to do something that was the opposite of my usual look and go for more of a grunge-y kind of thing. Success? 

My imaginary album cover

I immediately tripped over rocks after this picture. Haha :)

Hoping I don't fall but still trying to look cool!

So I challenge you. Take pictures of the opposite of your usual look. Put pictures or links on my facebook wall and I'll post them here in a few days :)

Shirt: Delia's
Hat: Forever21
Pants: H&M
Studded Flats: Thrifted
Earrings: Aldo

Crystin's Fall-Haul

My semester starts up again on Thursday, and though I'm not looking forward to the late-night studying, a renewed caffeine addiction, and the overall stress of nursing school, I do love that school is an awesome excuse to go shopping. Am I too old for school shopping? Oh well! It's my last year, don't judge me! Anywho, here are the things I bought during my school shopping trip Fall-Haul.

Accessories

Skirts

Khaki Skirt from H&M

Shoes

Tops and Scarves

I guess that I'm very much into browns and stripes this fall. I'm not quite sure why that is, but I love it!

An American in Paris: How to dress Parisian Chic!

During a brief foray into Parisian fashion, I discovered something: Parisians are not trendy (insert shocked gasp here). They are classically and effortlessly fashionable, but they do not follow trends, and they will look down on you if you come to their city dressed like a trendy American tourist.

Here's how to go to Paris dressed like a Parisian (alternatively, if you want to stand out or don't care what they think, then hey, do you!)

1. Stripes!
Parisians love their black and white stripes. Wear a nice striped shirt and you'll be effortless.

2. Subtlety is key.
Colors in Paris tend to be subtle. They favor blacks, browns, and greys. To spice it up, often a "pop" of color is worn, like a purple scarf or red shoe.