Head in the clouds

This shirt: turns out the fabric really bugs me. The fabrication was just too heavy, I could feeling it pulling downward at my shoulders. It lacks any sort of crispness to it. Can you see how it makes my shoulders look all wrong?

I've found that I shop better, and come home with better stuff that meets my needs, if I go alone. This was picked up during a really enjoyable shopping trip to Macy's with a friend. Enjoyable time, but the shirt is less than optimal.

Shirt: Macy's
Necklace: Smith's Marketplace
Skirt: Downeast Outfitters from Seagull Book
Blue bracelet: Dressing Your Truth store
Brown Fossil Boots

Title: Problem by Arianna Grande
 

Set them free at the break of dawn

Wow, it's been a long time.

I was feeling spunky today, and I really wanted to try something different. I started with the navy scoop neck tee, which has some annoying problems with the neckline, but I still have it anyway (maybe it should go to the DI bin?)

Added my new-ish leopard print skirt, and the jacket (which I have been loving).

The hardest part was the necklace. This was the third option I tried on, going through my blue rock necklace and a new one from Ten Thousand Villages I got for Christmas. The issue was I was lacking the pop needed to make a good Type 1 outfit.

I think it pulled through, even though there are a few minor issues, like the tank is not the right color (too grayed out).

Multi-colored Necklace: Dressing Your Truth store
Brown tank: Shade Clothing
Navy scoop next T: H&M Washington DC
Medium brown corduroy jacket: Savers
Blue gold bracelet: Dressing Your Truth store
Brown leopard skirt: Savers
Brown Boots: Keen

Title: 99 Luftballoons by Nena

Running through the field, where all my tracks will be concealed

Wow, now that's a flattering shot - eyes closed! You know, photography is a process. You can also see evidence here of my great need for a haircut. I got one last night, thank goodness, and I think it's shorter than usual. I think my tuck-behind-the-ears pieces are gone. My hair grows out fast enough that ideally, it would get cut and thinned every 4 weeks.

One of the things I love as a 1/3 is corduroy. It holds its shape a bit, so it's kind of crisp, and it's a little more substantial than other fabrics. My mom got me this skirt when we were out shopping one day - did you know you can get Down East clothes at Seagull Book for 10% off their regular price? Well, you can, and it's a great deal!

Type 1ism of the day: I love going for a walk while I talk on the phone. This used to happen when I was a teenager, and we had a phone cord to deal with! I would stand at the bottom of the stairs and pace around as I talked. It really bugged my (Type 2) father, because I was wearing out the carpet and incorrectly stretching the phone cord. Now, if I get a call and I'm at home, I throw on my boots and my white puffy coat and tromp around the neighborhood. It helps me move quickly and upwardly, and see the beautiful world outside!

The one thing I don't like about this yellow shirt is that gather at the bottom. And sometimes I wonder if those split sleeves are a little too drapy (they're really not, I just have my moments).

Yellow and white embroidered tunic: Dressing Your Truth store
White tank: Down East Basics
Gold flower necklace: Dressing Your Truth
Blue brushed with gold bracelet: Dressing Your Truth
Blue corduroy skirt: Down East Basics
Fossil Brown Walnut Daphne Boots: Shoes.com (yes, I wear these every day!)

Title: Snow by Red Hot Chili Peppers