Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Friday, April 15, 2011
Saturday, March 12, 2011
Favesies
A recent attempt to clean out my closet inspired this project. Who doesn't have a few things that they can't throw away no matter how hard they try? Maybe it's sentimental because someone special gave it to you, or maybe it was just super expensive so you can't part with. Maybe it just matches everything or is super comfy. You're not alone.
(click on the images to read the stories behind each article of clothing).
Hot Mess Boutique
I went for a walk with a friend the other day and discovered the cutest little boutique. The name of the store is Hot Mess Boutique and seeing as the whole point of our outing was to walk off our hangovers, it only seemed fitting to go in and take a look. Of course, we couldn't have resisted if we'd wanted to because before we had the chance to keep walking, we were almost literally dragged in by the store owner. I mean that in the best way possible. Really. Within three minutes, Kacharell had us off of the sidewalk and inside trying things on. Her Oklahoma drawl and her spunky spirit were both too shiny to not make friends quickly.
My friend and I were both instantly in love with the shop. Bright turquoise walls, gold accents, just enough stuff in the store to have plenty to look at without it feeling cluttered at all. So much character in one little boutique! One of many things to love about Hot Mess Boutique is that everything there is made out of the softest materials ever. That probably sounds like an exaggeration but I'd bet money on that. I'm a big texture person, I couldn't stop feeling everything in the store. The shop carries lots of long, drapey pieces in muted tones. I could see each piece being a staple articles that would match with everything you own, but could also serve as the centerpiece of your outfit. I can't imagine wearing anything in there and not have my friends ask where I found it and where they could get one.
Kacharel's husband and business partner, Travis, piped in occasionally to finish her sentences or add parts of the stories she was telling us. It was obvious to me how awesome their relationship is right away. She's the idea girl, and he's the focus. She's the drive, and he keeps them grounded. Perfect!
Bubbly Kacharell told us the stories behind a few of the things hanging in the store. For example, there is a line of tank tops that have wings on them to celebrate the life of the designer's late father. Almost all of the articles sold at Hot Mess are not only made in the US but benefit different Non-Profit Organizations. How cool!? They've also got the best smelling bath salts as well as a couple cute puppies that hang around the store who are, unfortunately, not for sale.
And of course! An interview...
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Monday, March 7, 2011
Stolen
full of moon
"And he told me all romantics meet the same fate someday / Cynical and drunk and boring someone in some dark café / You laugh he said you think you're immune / Go look at your eyes they're full of moon" -- Joni Mitchell
Thursday, March 3, 2011
New Camera Case!
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Do Yourself a Favor /// 10
New Page Blah Blah Blah
Sunday, February 27, 2011
Saturday, February 26, 2011
new rules
Listen to your body.
Listen to your feelings.
Trust yourself.
Accept yourself.
Love yourself.
Enjoy life.
Friday, February 25, 2011
this is why I love my best friend
"I just had a thought... maybe the life of adventure as a general category of lifestyle can itself become sort of repetitive... Maybe that's total bogus, but I mean maybe you can reach a point where the generalized experience of newness is old. I dunno. Tangent.
But I do love you and respect you and whatever you do and wherever you go, YOU make it better. That's not your job, but it's a byproduct of who you are. So you definitely don't have to worry about trying to be meaningful or have purpose, because that's intrinsic to Brynn. What you do have to worry about is yourself, not in the sense of pity, but like you are now: planning and knowing that you're worth enough to be intentional with how you spend your life. And all I know is it's going to come in small doses until you find yourself in a puddle of happiness and contentment after you've been through the rough stuff."
"You're worth enough
to be intentional
with how you spend your life."
and such is the paradox of living
"There is an ecstasy that marks the summit of life, and beyond which life cannot rise. And such is the paradox of living, this ecstasy comes when one is most alive, and it comes as a complete forgetfulness that one is alive." -Jack London
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Fashion Bad Ass #2 /// Tank. Girl.
This is my tattoo, but it has a little color: