Party Time.

 Ode to a Party Hat

I see you there, sitting atop the mind-numbing tube box.

You beckon me to experiment. You yearn to be photographed.

I give in. The purple printed tights demand it.

It's party time.

Can I get a finger snap?

 Oh, for the love of random props lying around the living room!

Somehow making things less awkward because I know a roomie might walk out any second.

I mean, you can't judge anyone in a party hat! You'd just be a party-pooper.

And no one likes a party-pooper.

Psycho-babbling courtesy of chronic sleep deprivation.

->Vintage Slate Sweatshirt, Goodwill

->Hemmed Black Skirt, Savers/DIY

->Gold Clothespin Necklace, Hidden Treasures Antique Mall

->Silk Painting Scarf worn as Headwrap, Estate Sale

->Purple Printed Tights, Urban Outfitters via Sav-a-Bundle

->Black Ankle Booties, Goodwill

->Silver Party Hat, Origins Unknown & Unquestioned

Until next time, ♥.

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Face-Paint.

I spent last Saturday manning a table for Pulaski County Youth Services, which included my favorite volunteer activity...face-painting! Now, keep in mind that these are for kiddies and usually several kiddies at once. So, ah, I have to be swift with my work and they have very low expectations. It all works out nicely!

Since these are kiddies, I did my very best not to show their faces. Though, the last picture is an exception! How else would you guys know that I actually committed these atrocities to their innocent faces (and hands)?

Well, of these photos, I only painted the first rainbow. My friend showed up to help me so I was free to photograph some. (By the way, that's a car!)

Oh hey, that's me. And, that kiddie was way too cute for words. 

The headscarf that's pictured is just one of the finds I got at the estate sale. 

(More details about my spoils to come!)

Until next time, ♥.

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Post-Lolla 2010: Unveiling of the Photos

Now that Lolla 2010 is said and done, I'm back home in the humidity of Arkansas choosing to stay inside (working on some crafts!) and neglecting what needs to be packed up by Saturday. That being said, here are some photos from Lollapalooza, some taken by me...others by my fellow comrades.

Group shot! Taken by Page. We still look half-way decent because we're still in front of the hotel.

This was a candid shot taken by Page. I'm that lil'bitty person with my Spanish leather backpack!

The necessities, the simple "bear" neccessities. 

Water bottle to be filled up ever so often at the many filling stations, huge thrifted scarf used to protect our bums from the dirty ground, and my backpack stuffed with other goodies, like sunscreen, smuggled granola bars and starbursts candy. Grabbing the ubiquitous fan is also helpful to combat the heat!

Until next time, ♥.

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We Like Your Style.

EEEEEP! I mentioned in a previous post how Venetia and I were photographed during our day trip to Madrid. Well, it's up! We are on the web! I'm just a little flustered that Anna, the mastermind behind the site,  included the email that I sent her (in my cruddy español!). At least we actually look decent in the photo!

Here's the link from welikeyourstyle.net. 

Awesome how the title is a lyric from Animal Collective's My Girls

...as if she knew they're my favorite band? 

"I don’t care for fancy things or to take part in the freshest wave…"

For Your Viewing Pleasure: Stripes & FINAL Final Exams

I had my last final exam today. It was grammar. I freakin' hate grammar.

Somehow I managed to suffer through the course, hopefully my efforts will be reflected in the grade.

I was listening to Shakira's Waka Waka whilst taking these photos, thus the goofy poses.

->Striped Shirt Dress, H&M

->Leather Strappy Wedge Sandals, Mary Paz

->Gold Locket, Thrifted

->Paisley Scarf worn as Headwrap, Thrifted

And, one last thing. Last night there was a Fiesta Arabe at the Irish Rover, featuring free hookah and belly dancers! Of course, I had to bring Cammy Jr. along to document.

Until next time, ♥. 

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Madrid, Revisited.

We started off our day bright and early to make our trek to Madrid. Our bus left the station at 8am and we were safely on it. The almost 3 hour ride was perfect for some quick napping in preparation for the day ahead of us. First stop? The infamous Rastro Flea Market of Madrid.

It was packed! However, we did not let that faze us. We marched on, set on reaching the streets where we might find some vintage, some knickknacks, some treasure!

It would've been too easy to find a vendor that dealt with strictly vintage. We had to dig! There were several booths like the one above, with vendors yelling out "Prendas, un Euro!" I didn't mind the dig. I enjoy the dig. I encountered one catty girl, she looked to be on the same hunt for vintage. Whatever, I was there to have a good time! (Besides, I need to figure out my luggage situation before I even consider buying anymore stuff!)

This vendor had knick-knacks galore! I bought a couple for myself, in hopes of refashioning them into jewelry or hairpieces! My actual spoils from El Rastro will be featured in a separate post, so keep your eyes peeled for that! (It's nothing too amazing, but fun nonetheless).

All in all, I'm satisfied now that I've had a thrifting fix.

Whilst rummaging through the hordes of clothes, a lady with a camera approached us. She asked if she could take our picture. I immediately knew where this was headed. I agreed without a second to spare, Venetia didn't even get enough time to figure out what the lady said! We posed and she snapped outfit photos. She then proceeded to hand us her card - welikeyourstyle.net My wildest dreams hath come true! I mean, it's no facehunter or satorialist, but hey...it's actually legit! A legit Spanish Street-Style site! 

So what's all the hype about? Let's see!

For Your Viewing Pleasure: What We Wore-Madrid, Revisited

My partner in crime, Venetia Digby! We took a quick break for lunch in a park near El Prado (our next destination) and decided it was the perfect place for outfit photos! I remember casually asking if she'd be interested and Venetia just lit up. It's fun to take outfit photos with a friend that cares! Despite the onlookers, we had a blast...there's so much to photograph. This picture's kind of a fail; you can see the granite shelf!

I took this one of Venetia on the Metro, which, I am quite proud to say, we managed to navigate without any difficulties. I felt like such a pro!

I love Venetia for her quirky, slightly kitschy jewelry. You couldn't imagine all the people that gawked and stared. So fun! (Huevos fritos? Siiiii!) 

I'm pretty sure this decrepit looking building is a toilet; at least it made for a nice backdrop.

Haha, I look a little dumb. Oh well!

->Cotton Floral Grunge Dress, Thrifted

->Children's Denim Jacket, Thrifted

->Black Gladiators, TJ Maxx

->Leopard Scarf worn as Headwrap, Thrifted

->New Artisan Leather Backpack, El Rastro

I'm riding a dinosaur! This one's probably my favorite.

We couldn't resist attempting a picture together on the swingset! Too bad the bench nearby was too stinkin' far away. Eh, you get the point.

Okay, I lied. This one's my favorite. Backpack, backpack! ♥

After outfit-phototaking-shenanigans, we finally made our way to El Prado. She wanted to see Goya's Saturn Devouring His Son and I was intent on seeing Bosch's Garden of Earthly Delights that I had foolishly missed during my last visit. We managed to see those and a whole lot more, several that I didn't get to see on the previous trip. After so much walking, we were spent. We made it back to the bus station via metro without any difficulties (!!!). Too kill time, I bought a Spanish fashion magazine. 

I had a solid 2.5 hours to reflect on what a fan-f**cking-tastic day it was. Thrifting in Spain, check. Approached by Spanish streetstyle persona, check. Outfit photos with the awesome Venetia Digby, check. The Garden of Earthly Delights, check. Not getting confused by the metro and finding our destinations without difficulties, check!(Getting homework done (BUZZKILL) and updating my blog about my incredibly amazing day, check!) Ah, incredible. What an excellent way to spend my last Sunday in Spain!

Until next time. ♥.

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Deberes con Franceses

We've been scrambling to finish our presentation for class tomorrow. It freaks me out even more that my teacher was out sick today! Oh well, I just finished emailing her the paper and accompanying powerpoint presentation. Luckily, I just so happen to live with one of my classmates. She's a French cutie-patootie by the name of Marie and the equally cute Alex is sitting next to her. Those are Marie's hands typing away on my netbook as I snap a few photos here and there. 

(Alexandra, Marie, and Me)

♥ ♥ ♥

Not very appetizing, but Marie took this. I look like a lazy loaf.

For Your Viewing Pleasure: Slightly Lazy, Slightly Homesick

I scored this vintage Razorback t-shirt just before leaving for Spain. I've been wearing it to sleep but debuted it in public today. I had another whole outfit that I had planned on wearing, that is, until I woke up to a muh colder than usual breeze. Nothing like slipping into your favorite pair of skinnies and a perfectly worn in t-shirt. Wooopigsoooie! Ah, makes me a little homesick. Just a little bit.

I love my iPod so much. It keeps me company. It lulls me to sleep. It fills the void.

->Vintage Arkansas Razorbacks T-shirt, Thrifted

->Favorite High-Waisted Skinnies, CitiTrends

->Slip-on Keds, Ebay

->Tan Oversized Beanie, Burlington Coat Factory

I've got to stop listening to this wonderfully amazing song. It really makes me homesick.

"Alabama, Arkansas, I sure love my maw and paw."

Until next time! ♥

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Splish-Splash, I Was Taking A (Sun)Bath

This post will be short but sweet, because I have a serious case of the nods right now. It's becoming difficult to keep my head up! I'm sleepy. Why so sleepy? Well, instead of my usual siesta activity of a 2-hour long siesta, I went with my friends (pictured above) to the pool. I'm kind of embarrassed to say that I did not go in. I mean, someone needed to stay behind to watch the valuables. However, I also had ulterior motives. I hoped to eliminate my wonky tans I gained from walking around in the blazing sun. Aside from sunbathing, I made more progress in my book and iPod. Oh, if only I could've slept!

For Your Viewing Pleasure: Sunbathed Attire

->Swimsuit, Half of Half

->Boyfriend cut shorts, ZARA

->Black Gladiators, TJ Maxx

->Black Turban, Urban Hair Store

->Leopard Print Pointy Flats, H&M

->Shorts, ZARA

->Black dress worn as a tank, H&M

->Silk Scarf, Thrifted

After my "swim," I showered, changed, and met up with my pals at the Plaza Mayor where I can get free Wi-Fi. Hooray! I like my friends.

Stay tuned, it's bedtime!!!

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Operation: Junky Mess Annihilation

So, as you can imagine, with all of my daily activities (school, siesta, hanging out, partying), my room has gone by the wayside. I'm the kind of person that can put up with a bit of junkiness, but not for very long. Today I decided to clean up shop and man, it feels good! I took some before and after pictures. 
I have no shame.

For Your Viewing Pleasure: Lazy Sunday

It's been a whole week since Spain won the World Cup!!!

I decided to re-use a scrap piece of red fabric that I received that day in my hair and wrist.
It's a bit of a commemoration! 

My host-dad says my hair looks straight out of the 30s, 40s. How exciting!

By far, my favorite pose to do here in Spain. 

Go toro, go! OLE!

->Red Hairscarf, Scrapped from World Cup game day

->Gray Boxy Shirt, Mango

->Black Pleated Shorts, H&M

->Striped Oxford Button-Up, Indefinitely Borrowed from Little Sister

->Leopard Pointy Flats, H&M

It's unfortunate that the weather was so stinking hot today. I barely made it to the Plaza where I was meeting up with friends. Upon arrival, I immediately "undressed" in public. Actually, I just slipped off the oxford from underneath my shirt. Not an easy feat, but I managed and my body thanked me for it. Now I look like someone straight out of Flashdance. Oh well, at least I didn't suffer a heatstroke. 
Until next time! ♥

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