(Wo)Men Wear

As I take the train to downtown every morning, I realize how clean, crisp and on-point some of these Chicago men are dressing. The color palettes, awesome hair, unexpected print clashes and phenomenal shoes they are rockin' is seriously such a great highlight to my mornings; I'm currently obsessing over a pair of black velvet Louboutin loafers a man wears with light denim jeans and a plain v-neck...he, my friends, is what I need to be more of. Most importantly, I recognize that men are just as much of a driving force in fashion as women are. I catch myself drawing more inspiration from these beautiful individuals and wanted to post some of my favorite men's street-style photos that I've come across. But let's not forget, women can wear what men wear and vice versa! Have fun without limiting yourself to society's expectations and stereotypes!

xx

O&C

 

30 Day Spending Freeze

Bonjour! After what seemed like midterm-week at work, I've had this "do-nothing-but-relax-and-lounge-at-home" way of life for the weekend. It has also given me the time to actually glance at all the shit in my room and realize that I do, in fact, have a shopping problem. It goes beyond the buying...because it's the act of me not wearing what I buy that bugs me. I get caught in such a dress-up routine that I forget about all the items I fell in love with and purchased. So, for the next 30 days, I plan on not buying any clothes/shoes/jewelry. There is only one exception for one item, and if I get it, I'll share. But, I thought it would be best to post this on here so that there's public pressure to follow my own set of rules. I've tried before and have failed, miserably. 

I'm starting tomorrow.

But, I will leave you with some bits and pieces I've recently purchased :P

xx

O&C

 

You Fit Me Better Than My Favorite Sweater

Good morning world! This weekend treated me well with great date nights, fall finds and most importantly...rest. I'm really starting to miss my afternoon nap in between class periods...unfortunately I can't do that at work. Womp Womp. Anyways - I got my hands on some pants that I've been wanting for quite some time now. I always wanted the Motel Rocks pair, but $90 just wasn't gonna' cut it for me. I also finally bought the "Lana" angora blend sweater! I didn't think I was going to go back to pastels for the fall, but I've proven myself wrong with this little number. The one horrible thing about it: it sheds EVERYWHERE, on EVERYTHING. I guess I'll just have to carry a lint roller with me whenever I wear it because this sweater makes me feel amazing.

xx

O&C

 

         

October Has Arrived!

Happy 1st of the month everyone! To bring in October, I went apple picking yesterday...and found out it was the last day to go - so I definitely felt uber lucky. The weather was beautiful and the perfect 'Sunday Funday' if you ask me. I came home with some fresh picked apples, apple cider and of course...apple donuts!

Oh, and before I sign off...I wanted to say that I finally got my Facebook page up and running, so if you 'like' there it'd be awesome, seeing as I'll try to update more frequently on there in between posting on here. I'm givin' it a go and seeing how it turns out.

I also have a new header - an update was needed, fo'sho. Perfect way to start the month, huh?

xx

O&C

Atlas Genius - Trojans by Atlas Genius

     

Fun Facts Friday

10 Things You Probably Don't Know About Me

MNDR - #1 In Heaven by The dFm
1. My favorite Disney movie is The Lion King
2. I do math problems when I sleep-talk
3. I sprained a ligament in my thigh during my last volleyball game in elementary school
4. I don't eat any seafood
5. My first language was Spanish
6. I've never had a nose-bleed
7. I shared a room with my sister until I was 18
8. My eyes squint when I eat pickles
9. I'm super claustrophobic
10. My first pet was a bunny named 'Bonnie'

xx

O&C



Weather Wear: Fall Edition

As crisp air and warm drinks on menus have begun to dominate the world I live in, it's safe to say that it's Fall time and quite possibly my favorite season (I used to think Spring was my favorite...am I a changed woman?). I get so excited that dark colors pop up everywhere more frequently...I think I needed a break from the pastels/brights (even though as I'm writing this, I'm wearing a flourescent pink blouse with baby blue pants - but whatever!) There's something about this season that gets me inspired-  maybe bcause it reminds me of London weather, and I love it there. So, I created three sets of simple Fall outfits based on my style and you can check these babies out below.

xx

O&C

Royksopp - This must be it by AnaPicasso    

Inspiration • Obsession: Mira Duma

Miroslava Duma, a 28 year-old former Harper's Bazaar Russia editor, free lance writer and founder of Buro 24/7 , is a fashion inspiration like no other. She has a beautiful son and that does not mean that she went out to buy herself a pair of "mom jeans" (not the good kind). Always an eye-popper at fashion weeks, she sports dynamic cuts, effortless prints and textures and has mastered 'casual chic'. A hard worker, brilliant style icon, part of the short girls club and she has fantastic hair - of course I'm obsessing! I'd take a walk in her Louboutin's, any day.

PS: My favorite twins, Tegan and Sara, have come out with their single 'Closer' from their new album. I love them so much and love the pop-y vibe. Enjoy the tune below!

xx

O&C

Closer by Tegan and Sara