Shearling, my dearling.

I've been longing for these shearling wedges from ASOS to arrive, and arrive they have.
What? Does that even make any grammatical sense at all? No.

Wearing a vintage shift dress, AA tights in plum, and ASOS shearling lace-up wedges

They're actually a half size too big since they use UK sizing... so after a while, my feet started hurting. Is there some kind of remedy besides shipping them back and seeing if the smaller size will fit better? I have a feeling they'll just be a half size too small. Sigh! No pain, no gain. Since socks and knits are, you know, so cool right now... maybe I'll just wear some chunky socks to make my feet fatter and the shoes will fit better.

One more thing. I changed my headlight today. Next on the list ... changing a flat tire.

x,

Frances

Brighton Beach

Here are some pictures from Brighton Beach back from the summer in NYC. I can't even begin to tell you how perfect of a day that was and how much I miss that place. 

Wearing American Apparel Floral Malibu, Samantha Pleet Tap Shorts from Buydefinition.com

I got these shorts from this great online store based in Austin called Buy Definition a while ago, but never really busted them out of the closet until recently. They are probably my favorite pair of shorts that I own and I think I wore them probably twice a week in NYC. I've seen many renditions of the high-waisted pleated short, but these kind of take the gold medal. My only mistake was washing them w/ the rest of my clothes and turning them all blue. Bleachhh!!!! 

If you're in Brooklyn, please stop by Brighton. Maybe not now, since it's getting colder... but honestly, it  was so amazing to experience such a peaceful getaway literally a hop away from home. And don't forget to buy beer before you go. 

x,

Frances

Grown-ups are boring.

Wearing: American Apparel Lace Tank, Skirt & Socks, Salvatore Ferragamo Brogues
Thanks for J.Bo for taking these pictures. <3

Ever since I was a kid, I've had an obsession with stuffed animals. It was definitely out of control. I would force my mom to go to garage sales where I could buy other collectible Beanie Babies. I have a collection of crustacean stuffed animals. I have more than 15 Uglydolls. That doesn't even begin to describe the extent of my obsession! But I am proud of the strange family I have acquired.

Nevertheless, you can guess I had a heyday when I went to F.A.O. Schwarz. I especially adored the Noah's Ark. Would this not be an amazing purse idea?! It had a handle on the top, which I figured was meant for transporting it from place to place since it's so massive. I have a pug purse that an ex-boyfriend bought for me. And MK has her cat purse. I want a Noah's Ark purse.

x,

Frances

Ruffle Shuffle.

Last Saturday I went to this amazing art / music / free booze fiesta at Milk Studios in Chelsea one may have heard others talking about... The Creator's Project. It was the perfect place to take some spacey pictures.

Wearing: American Apparel Dress, American Apparel Petticoat, Jeffrey Campbell Shoes

Tons of the installations focused on lighting. The lightbulb installation was definitely my favorite. It was fun playing around with it since my skirt is just a big explosion of sheer pinkness. I'm glad I got the chance to wear it out. I was especially taken by Spike Jonze's new short, "I'm Here." It truly reminded me of my previous relationship(s) and I'm sure that anyone else could relate as well. I love his work, especially his films where he collaborated with Charlie Kaufman. My goal was to meet him in person, but he wasn't there. It'll happen someday.

x,

Frances

A yard I once knew.

Here are some pictures taken at the beginning of SXSW in Austin in March:

Wearing: Vintage knit top, American Apparel chemise, American Apparel mesh leggings, Repetto oxfords

I've collected an embarrassing amount of lace and mesh over the past couple of months. This vintage top that I found while thrifting was one of the first in my collection. I absolutely adore the lightness and shapelessness of it. It's perfect for layering to get that ethereal look. Not quite a t-shirt, not quite a dress... It's confusing, unpractical, and awesome all at the same time. The mesh leggings are probably the best solution to my constantly snagging sheer tights. These are worth the investment.

This yard is so familiar to me. I love this little house and I miss it and I miss Austin. I don't think you could ever find anything like this in NYC. I miss little houses and good Mexican food. Someone point me in the right direction of some good tacos, please!

x,

Frances