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Friday Frocks: Falling for You

By Kirsten|September 23rd, 2011|Friday Frocks, Why Did You Wear That?|

It’s official. It’s fall. You’ve had your Pumpkin Spice latte. You’ve put that damn wreath on your door (why did you do that?). Now, it’s time to start dressing the part. I love summer clothes, but I really adore a cozy fall wardrobe. A great fall dress can transition you from the first falling leaf, the to first falling snowflake. Early in the season, wear your fall frocks with boots/booties and a light jacket. When the thermostat dips, layer tights, a scarf and a heavier jacket to keep you warm and stylish.

1. Sonia Rykiel Argyle Sweater Dress, $2,195, 2. Mini for Many Tin Knit Dress, $179.55, 3. MaxMara Oversized Sweater Dress, $350, 4. Torn by Ronny Kobo Mila Rouched Croc Dress, $338, 5. Oonagh by Nanette Lepore Jeremy Dress, $268, 6. L.A.M.B. Navajo Sweater Dress, $330, 7.Vanessa Bruno Athe Mohair Fair Isle Dress, $450, 8. Isabel Marant Tevai Metallic Fine Knit Dress, $490, 9. bebe Variegated Striped Lurex Dress, $98, 10. Forever21 Retro Houndstooth Dress, $19.80

xx,

WhyDid

The List Volume LIII

By Kirsten|September 23rd, 2011|The List|

Sometimes I’m a rainbow colored basket full of kittens and glitter. Other times I’m more like a tornado of cacti and vinegar. Today is the latter.

Wait… why is the failing marriage of Tareq and Michaele Salahi national news?
Toddlers and Tiaras, Toddlers and Tiaras, Toddlers and Tiaras.
Biting your lip. And then biting it again in the same place. Repeatedly.
E! Fashion Police. How can anyone take anything Kelly Osbourne says seriously?
Couples with “joint” Facebook accounts. JaneJohn Doe liked your photo. If you have to share a Facebook account, you have bigger issues than only one computer in the house.
Speaking of Facebook, I think this whole “timeline” layout is a disaster waiting to happen. You really want my entire history on FB on here? Yikes, bring on the domestics!
Dancing with the Stars. Should it be Dancing with the Star F*#ckers?
Trolls.
Kim Kardashian’s sex tape. Did we forget about this?
That satellite falling from outer space – headed directly for earth. They say there’s a 1 in 3200 chance of being hit… but I’m not the gambling type.

xx,

WhyDid

Beauty Buzz: Quick Fix

By Kirsten|September 22nd, 2011|Beauty Buzz|

There will come a time when even you, Miss Always Fresh As A Dasiy, will run into a little beauty bag snafu. As a busy woman, you don’t have time for melt downs- especially those having to do with your appearance. Luckily for you, I earned the nickname “MacGyver” at a young age when one of the straps on a girlfriend’s homecoming dress decided to boycott the dance (and her date). I whisked her into the restroom, detached the other strap, and turned her frock into a halter. Crisis averted- let’s dance! From that point on, I knew I had a gift. A gift to share with the world… or at least my closest gal pals and you lovely ladies. Below are a few of my tried and true quick fixes that are sure to save you from sweating in a less than ideal situation.

Problem: No Eyeliner

Solution: Eyeshadow! Use a dark shade of eyeshadow, wet a makeup brush (smaller is better), and draw on your very own liquid eyeliner. I actually do this most of the time rather than using real eyeliner.

Problem: No mirror

Solution: iPhone! I knew technology would come in handy for something other than Facebook stalking and What’sApp’ing! Use the camera on your iPhone as a mirror (there is a little flip-a-roo on there that will spin the lens around).

Problem: Bra Straps showing

Solution: Safety Pin! Okay, so if your mom didn’t buy you those “As Seen on TV” strap converters like my mom did (thanks, Mom!), the fastest way to convert your straps is with a safety pin. You can also use a rubber band and knot it.

Problem: Horrifying pimple

Solution: Glob of Toothpaste! Okay, so most people probably already know this- but I swear it works better than most drugstore drying agents. Just make certain to wipe it off before answering the door or heading out. Awkward.

See, now you will start thinking about what everyday items can be used as feminine superpowers. What are some of your favorite fast fixes? (We’ve all got a little MacGyver in us!)

xx,

WhyDid

Would You Wednesday: Hobby Horse

By Kirsten|September 21st, 2011|Why Did or Why Don't?, Why Did You Date Him?|

A few months ago while scrolling through my Twitter feed (gotta stay up on my news), I laughed out loud when I saw the headline that read, “How To Get a Guy: Talk About Technology!” I couldn’t help but click the link to see what kind of ridiculous dating advice awaited me. As expected, the article was a bunch of mumbo jumbo garbage encouraging women to “trick” men into liking them based on lies– or as I like to call it, “False Advertising.” This hard hitting journalistic gem classified “technology” as an iPad2. That, in and of itself, proved to me that this young lady had no idea what she was talking about.

Basically, this article– and many others like it— suggest that by feigning interest in something men like to do will most definitely land you a man. So put down that crochet needle, sweet pea. It’s best you start tossing around the pigskin instead. It doesn’t matter what YOU like to do. It’s much more important to fake a hobby to reel in a real catch!

Don’t misinterpret what I’m saying– you should always be open to trying new things and accepting new opportunities. Variety is the spice of life. I’m just saying that there’s no need to fake a “hobby” or interest in something that you have not even the slightest inkling to try. When I hear girls dishing about how much they LOVE football (or whichever applicable sport) and can’t get enough of Back to the Future (or whichever nerdy boy flick), I roll my eyes and internally groan. I do it for them as well as myself… cause now guys actually think there are some girls out there who love this crap. And you know what will eventually happen? It will all blow up in your face when he realizes that you’ve been faking the funk with your model airplane fetish.

There’s nothing wrong with having separate interests. A good guy will be happy and even encourage you to have your own interests and you should humor his. For instance, I’m not what you would call a winter sports kinda gal. I don’t like the cold and no one has ever accused me of being an “athlete.” So, when you ‘re finished speeding down the bunny slopes, I’ll meet you in the lodge– where I’ll be getting a foot rub and indulging in a marshmallow topped hot cocoa.

So, despite my above argument, would you fake a hobby to impress a guy?

xx,

WhyDid

Photo via Bimmerfest

Why Did You Wear That: American Woman

By Kirsten|September 20th, 2011|Personal Style, Why Did You Wear That?|

During this magical time of year called fall, it becomes incredibly awkward when trying to dress yourself. I know we are all beyond elated that Starbucks brought back the Pumpkin Spice Latte, but I’m not exactly psyched when I stare blankly into the depths of my closet trying to figure out what I can put on that will not look seasonally inappropriate (like a summer sundress hangover), but also doesn’t make me look like an overzealous fashion obsessed robot who can not wait to sport fall’s hottest trends. This is the perfect time of year to merge some of your summer favorites with your soon to be fall staples. Pairing a breezy chiffon dress with flat booties and a lightweight jacket is the perfect outfit that says, “Oh, what? This ol’ thing?”

Polka dots, while a huge trend for fall, can sometimes look a little too whimsical and girly for daytime. That’s why I like to mix things up by adding studded booties and this motorcycle jacket from American Living for jcpenney. This very same dress can be worn with platform heels in a pop of color with a bouncy high ponytail and cherry red lips to achieve a very girly get up for cocktails with the girls (or a handsome beau).