Come spring

My spring break is next week, and while I'm traveling somewhere a little too cold for these pieces I'm definitely hoping to dress more like this come spring.

holga camera, american eagle jeans and sweater, gap scarf,
void watch, urban outfitters hat, clarks sandals

On the bright side..

Yet another huge snowstorm is forecasted to hit my area in the next week and I seem to have misplaced my favorite winter cap. These amazing hats by Yokoo would be a highly suitable replacement, don't you think?

via Happy Cavalier

For when the weather does not suck

Someday it'll happen. The clouds will part, the sun will shine, and the temperature will stay above freezing for more than a few hours. Perhaps then I'll have an excuse to wear some of these cute things:

Gold TOMS, Rayban Wayfarers, AE Cardigan, Target flat sandals, Banana Republic Rope Belt, Victoria's Secret Dress

Reasons I need this poster

-I am studying Computer Science,
-I am minoring in Internet Studies,
-I lived in California last summer and fell in love with it,
-My living room walls need more color.

Go here to view it a little bigger--the blurb on the poster is all about the invention of the internet! Or to see all of the other gorgeous options.

via Design Crush

Spool No. 72

Wish I had known about this store before the holidays, everything in it is perfect!
..Although I wouldn't be able to wear any of these beauties until May anyways.

Ditzy print

Quite possibly the most adorable piece of clothing American Eagle has ever stocked. I'll wear it with strappy leather sandals all summer long.
..Is anyone else itching for warm weather?

Things I like

A tanktop with a zippered back, pretty earrings, a tapestry, and a canvas bag. I've been looking for a cool tapestry for awhile; the bitter cold necessitates an extra layer of insulation over my bedroom window! All from Urban Outfitters.

Shoe Hunt '09

It continues. I have very few pairs of casual sneakers that I can wear with everything. My go-to pair of Converse are on their last leg, completely marred by rips in the canvas body. So I need a new pair of everyday shoes and these adidas are a serious contender. I love how flat the soles are, and the stripes on the lining are just the icing on the cake.

Hm,

I'm not sure which pair of TOMS I should get. I'm all for busy patterns and jewel tones but something a little more simple might be more practical.

Necklace

I remember collecting gemstones back in elementary school; although they served no purpose, I loved to look at them. They were so shiny and colorful! It would have been much more practical to string one of them on a necklace so I could just carry it around all day with me. In fact, if I happened to come across the perfect stone, I'd still be open to the idea.

Maaan,

I know I've said it before, but I want a puppy real bad.

Coffee Totem

A little pricey but completely adorable, I would love to display a set of these mugs on my counter.

Moonstone

I may have just added a pair of moonstone earrings to my holiday wishlist. I love their cloudy quality; they seem both subtle and eye-catching at once!

options: one, two, three, four

Mark My Words

These boots will be mine. I will tuck skinny jeans into them, wear them with tights, and love them forever. Plus, did you know that J. Crew offers 15% off everything as soon as you furnish a student ID? It's obvious that I was made to wear these.

Antlers

My roommate says that mounted antlers are tasteless but I'm strangely attracted to them. In the name of keeping the peace I'm hoping to settle on a small pair for my bedroom. What do you think-- are they tacky, overly trendy, or AMAZING? I've already researched some options; I hope someone else out there thinks they're as wonderful as I do!

first image via Domino
antlers: 1 , 2 , 3

Cold Weather

I would love to own a print by Jon Klassen.

Shoes for everywhere

Four years ago I was about to start my junior year of high school at a new school on the West Coast. I had lived in North Carolina for much of my life and I was a little intimidated.
When the first day of school rolled around, I wore a brand-new pair of leather moccasins I had purchased at Ross for $8. They were dark brown with beads and fringed leather. They served me well and I brought them with me when I moved back east to attend university.


Fast-forward to now. I still have my first pair--and wear them frequently--but they're starting to fall apart. I think it may be time for a new pair. I'm looking for something classic and sturdy; something that will stay with me for four more years of adventures. These Minnetonkas seem to fit the bill.

I just want to..

I can't believe it -- my internship is over tomorrow, and I fly home on Saturday!
While living out here I was able to purchase a bike, which I loved riding around town. I hadn't owned a bike in years, and it was great to rediscover such an exciting mode of transportation. Alas, now that I'm moving back to North Carolina, I had to sell my bike last week. I'm hoping to find one for cheap before I start school again. What better way to remember this summer and celebrate my rekindled love of bikes than with this adorable t-shirt?

via you are my fave.

If only

I'm in the market for a carpet to place under the dinner table in my next apartment. If this rug from urban outfitters were a bit larger, I'd snatch it up in a heartbeat.

Grass, greener

Is it even August yet? Anthropologie's latest selection of bags has me itching to slip on my Frye boots and go play in the (nonexistent) leaves. Too bad I won't see this kind of weather for at least two months.
Autumn is definitely my favorite season; I love stocking up on winter clothing. Trying on the heavy clothing conjures visions of cool mornings, warm drinks, and vibrant leaves. Even the notion of going back to school each year is exciting; the time of year is filled with resolutions, fresh notebooks, and a brand-new schedule to get used to. I can't wait!