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Weekend Playlist: You Are My Obsession

By Kirsten|July 21st, 2012|Weekend Playlist|

I’ve talked before about needing the right music on while I’m working. I can not have a TV on or someone talking to me when I’m trying to write, so it’s a very delicate balance as to what I can listen to. It also depends what I’m working on. For instance, when I’m going deep and dark, I need something more moody. For some less intense (but equally entertaining) writing, I need my playlist to be a bit more upbeat, but not bubble gum pop. Again… very delicate balance. If it’s too good, I’m liable to get up and dance on the coffee table, yet I’d still like to sway in my seat. I created this playlist specifically for such occasion, but have not stopped listening to it since.

xx,

WhyDid

Sorry for the wonky playlist screenshot, but I couldn’t get my Spotify “play button” to work and will update for your listening pleasure as soon as I do.

The List Volume LXXX

By Kirsten|July 20th, 2012|The List|

I mean, I guess better late than never, right? It’s only 8:45 in California… and even earlier in Hawaii. So just pretend you’re drinking a mai tai in Maui and pretend I posted on time… shh…

The phrase, “right meow.” I don’t know who started it, but it must stop.
Picking the one stall with no toilet paper.
Pulling your hair up into the perfect messy mess and having one piece hanging down in a “rat tail.”
Flying hungover. Not good. Anyone who’s been to Vegas can vouch, I’m sure.
Getting the chatty cab driver. In the words of the oh so eloquent Rihanna, “Shut up and drive.”

Solo underwear dance parties.
If one dog is good, three dogs are better.
Learning to love your natural hair color.
Chloe Moretz.
Screaming at the very top of your lungs. Pillow or no pillow.

I promise to be on time next week… maybe.
xx,
WhyDid

Why Did You Wear That: Coach at LensCrafters

By Kirsten|July 19th, 2012|Personal Style, Why Did You Wear That?|

You know one thing that I love to do is read. As a little girl the library and the book store were two of my favorite places to get lost in. Yes, I was that kid who was excited for library class. Dewey decimal system, what? Well, as I got older, I found that I had an astigmatism and was going to need to wear glasses. I tried wearing contacts, but the thought of touching my eyeballs freaked me out, so fantastic frames it was!

Over the past couple of years, the stigma of eyeglasses has gone right out the window. As a matter of fact, glasses have become downright trendy. Non vision impaired ladies have started sporting eyewear and even celebrities have been seen walking the red carpet in their glasses. Perhaps it’s due to designers creating styles that are not only comfortable, but totally chic. Enter Coach at LensCrafters. Talk about a perfect pairing! Now you can get the best in eye care along with the best in fashion. I love the look of the Cecilia frames in tortoise. The slight cat eye shape gives just the right amount of retro feel for my reading and the pop of green inside makes them anything but boring.

skirt: H&M, shirt: The Limited (circa 8th grade), boots: Minnetonka, glasses: Coach the Cecilia gifted by LensCrafters, bag: Coach (my first Coach bag ever!), nail polish: Essie Peach Daiquri

Who says men seldom make passes at girls who wear glasses?

xx,

WhyDid

Disclosure: Compensation was provided by LensCrafters via AOL Media. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of LensCrafters

Why Did You Wear That: Stay Fly

By Kirsten|July 18th, 2012|Why Did You Wear That?|

The worst part about traveling to me is the process (followed in close second by packing). Getting through the airport is a simple form of hell. Having to stand barefoot in security is bad enough, but the mere thought of my skin touching the seat freaks me out (FYI- I have the same problem with movie theaters). The short answer to this problem would be to layer on as much protective layers as possible, but in case you missed the memo, it’s hot out. So what does one wear when it’s 95 degrees and about 1000% humidity? Here’s a hint: It’s absolutely NOT a Juicy tracksuit.

1. Forever 21 Metallic Trapeze Tank, $15.80, 2. Urban Renewal Gauze Bell Bottom Pant, $39.00, 3. Sam Edelman Gigi T Strap Sandals, $70, 4. alice + olivia Phoebe Mid Length Slim Dress, $176, 5. Cooperative Applique Ballet Flat, $34, 6. KAIN Label Pocket Tank, $80, 7. Forever 21 Sheer Abstract Maxi Skirt, $13.50, 8. Ecote Soleil Thong Sandal, $29, 9. Gucci Round Frame Metal Sunglasses, $325, 10. Dorothy Perkins Black Flyaway Cardigan, $29, 11. See by Chloe Ambre Big Tote, $550

Please remember that you can be comfortable without wearing printed pajama pants to the airport. Pull yourself together, sister… you never who might be in the next seat.

Stay fly.

xx,

WhyDid

Setting the Mood: Keep On Rockin’ Me

By Kirsten|July 16th, 2012|Setting the Mood|

I’ve said before that I actually might have been a rockstar in a past life. Maybe I even missed my calling… except for the fact that I’m tone deaf and lacking any and all musical talent. So, scratch that. Doesn’t mean I can’t channel my inner rock goddess in the form of fashion. I mean, we all know that fashion and music go hand in hand (leather and lace). Being a rockstar doesn’t necessarily mean decking yourself out in head to toe leather- though I’m not opposed to such… shall we talk about my sophomore year of highschool homecoming dress? Adding an edgier item to any ensemble can take you from Miley Cyrus to Pat Benatar.