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Friday Frocks: Black and White and …

By Kirsten|April 20th, 2012|Friday Frocks, Why Did You Wear That?|

I love the crisp contrast of black and white especially when it comes to a flirty frock. It’s not basic black. It’s not stark white. It’s a happy combination of both and looks good on everyone. The look can also be accessorized in a multitude of ways. Punch it up with bright accessories, or go glam with shiny metallics. It seems I am not alone in my love of all things opposite as designers have designed an array of black and white from stripes, to swirls, to dots, to simple trims. Black and white is a perfect way to transition from breezy spring to balmy summer.

1. By Malene Birger Nagat Stripe Dress, $195,2. Rachel Zoe Madison Colorblock Shift Dress, $325, 3.Parker Long Pleated Dress, $286, 4. By Malene Birger Elasiu Mini Tank Dress, $265, 5. Herve Leger Printed Halter Dress, $2,300, 6. Sister Jane Leather Collar and Cuffs Dress, $127.25, 7. J. Mendel Double Face Cutaway Dress, $2,590, 8. Alice + Olivia Chandra Striped Silk Dress, $509, 9. Sparkle & Fade Knit Striped Chiffon Overlay Dress, $19.99, 10. Three Dots Striped Jersey Tank Dress, $64.80

xx,

WhyDid

The List Volume LXX

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

Remember how I said that one of the first things I do in the morning after opening my eyes is look at my phone? Well, after checking any emails, texts, etc. (can’t stand any little red numbers), the next thing I do is head on over to good ol’ Instagram. And I know I’m not alone (there’s a reason Facebook plunked down a cool $1B for the photo sharing app). I love a stream of pictures (they are worth a thousand words, right?) as opposed to the banal status updates of Facebook and Twitter. However, something bad has happened. People are starting to abuse the right to post. Just as some people talk only to hear their own voices, it seems some people post just to post. When I speak, it’s because I have something to say. When I post a photo, it’s because I think it’s actually worth seeing. I think it’s high time we set up some Instagram sharing guidelines. What say ye?

Photos that you did not actually take. That’s what Pinterest is for.
Oh, your photo is kinda blurry? Try taking another one. If you can’t tell what it is, I most certainly can’t either.
Let me preface this by saying, I like a good outfit post. I like to see what you’re wearing (obviously) and understand that sometimes self photography is the only way. The picture you took of yourself in the mirror with the flash on. A). I can’t see your face, B). your mirror is dirty. Flash off, friends.
Your blue steel/duck lips face. Just stop.
Your vodka tonic. Are there flames or smoke coming out? No? Don’t post it.
I know that Some E-Cards are pretty funny, but are we done yet? Can we relegate those to Facebook?
I’m a sucker for animals and even post photos of my own pup, but 19 photos in a row of Wiggles is excessive (and obsessive).
The same goes for babies. I love your sweet little nugget, but at least put him/her in a silly hat or something.
Your breakfast. Unless it’s wild rhino on a spit, no one cares.
Every single picture from your night out. It’s called editing. Pick a good one (two max) to share.

Oh, and if you are as obsessed with Instagram as the rest of us and you think your photos are stellar enough to make a case for your phone, you MUST check out Casetagram. Welcome.

xx,

WhyDid

image via NY Times

WhyDid Wisdom: Place Your Bets

By Kirsten|April 19th, 2012|Why Did You Date Him?, WhyDid Wisdom|

I read a quote the other day that said, “The most common way to fail is by playing it safe. ” It sounds a bit contradictory at first, but may hold more truth than you’d initially think. To learn more, you can find all the information you need on this page. Knowledge about betting will give you the advantage.

After a breakup, or failed experience, you are likely to be barraged with comments like “take what you learned from this and apply it in the future” or “this is only going to make you smarter.” You probably just want to tell these well wishers to GFY. Well, as it turns out, as long as your eyes, mind, and heart are open, there actually can be quite a bit to take away from even the most terrible of situations.

After a very traumatic breakup with the Don Draper of Wall Street (or least in his head), I felt wounded and fragile. (You guys remember that one?) He was a bit of a wild card and I knew what I was getting myself into from the very beginning, but I was suffering from ITIS (I Think I’m Special) syndrome and took a chance. When my hand played out precisely the way one might expect I was not totally shocked. To say I was upset? Yes. Hurt? For sure. Surprised? Not particularly.

I sat out a few hands to recollect myself, but the next time I stepped up to the table to play a little love roulette, I opted to place a much safer bet. check out star slots for best instructions on how to not lose control when placing bets. When I took a gamble on the other end of the spectrum (a safe bet) and lost again, it was most certainly a shock. Instead of giving up, because of the difficulties in your betting experience, you must know that there are many different types of soccer bets to take part in. for many of them, you may have found the best for yourself. Probably more shocking and upsetting than losing a big bet. How could I have been so careful, had such good odds and still lost? I thought by aiming “low” or being conservative I might not hit the jackpot, but at least was going to win a lil somethin’. I’d hoped for the best, took a gamble, and lost. I should probably learn more from daisyslots about how to win the bet and stay low until I’m really good.

What I learned from both of these experiences is that it doesn’t matter if he’s the shiny, suave Wall Street type or the disheveled, artsy IT guy. The big bet or the little gamble. Anyone can hurt you or turn out to be a “loss.” Having had bad experiences at both levels has made me tentative about making any decisions at all. I tend to just sit and worry until the decision is eventually just made for me. Well, that’s really no way to live. I seen a quote in an article in the online gambling news at EasyMobileCasino.com “There’s no way you will end up becoming a high roller just keeping your cards close to your chest.” It is very true, sometimes you have to just double down and put it all out on the table.

Just remember, a safe bet may be the most dangerous bet you can make. But let me remind you I have never lost on Clubvip777 while playing casino games.

xx,

WhyDid

Smart Is the New Pretty: Socially Acceptable

By Kirsten|April 18th, 2012|Smart Is the New Pretty, WhyDid Wisdom|

It’s funny, one of the first things I do in the morning (other than open my eyes) is look at my phone. I mean, I need to see what I missed during those seven to eight hours of sleep. Is the internet still there? Are you still out there, world??

It seems that social media is overtaking the traditional news industry (which shouldn’t surprise you… since you’re reading this). [Mashable]
For instance, you probably first heard about the Secret Service scandal involving prostitutes on Twitter, right? [WSJ]
I wonder if any of them were wearing Altuzarra for J.Crew? [Fashionista]
Or maybe some Alexander McQueen? I mean, designer Sarah Burton did make Time’s 100 Most Influential People. [TIME]
Also on the list is Jack Dorsey (founder of Twitter and Square), which is no surprise because mobile payments are predicted to replace cash and credit by 2020. [Consumer Reports]
Do you think Facebook paid for Instagram with a mobile payment? More details emerge from the deal. [Vanity Fair]
As it turns out, you’ll be able to communicate with your favorite Olympians this year via social media as well. [Mashable]
You can already do so with some of your favorite movie stars. By the way, here are the five “buzzworthy” movies from Tribeca Film Festival. [E! News]
All of this is great news for you fine internet ad people. Internet ad revenue has reached $31 billion! [TechCrunch]
What do you think about that, Captain Jack Sparrow? [Mashable]

xx,

WhyDid

image via Tsunami Publicity

Would You Wednesday: It’s So Clear

By Kirsten|April 18th, 2012|Why Did or Why Don't?|

When putting together the perfect head to toe look, shoes have often been one of my greatest frustrations. Don’t get me wrong, I love shoes, but why do I never have the right ones? Not owning the right footwear to put the finishing touches on an otherwise impeccable ensemble, can leave me writhing on my closet floor and contemplating whether I should even bother leaving the house today. I mean, who needs Wednesday anyway?

Even if you have all the “staple” shoes in your shoe rack, there are still times, when none of them will do. It’s almost as if you’d be better off going barefoot and trying to call it a “Cinderella.” What if there was such a thing as an invisible shoe? Something that would give you those extra five inches of Gisele? Something that no one would really notice. Oh, right… there are such shoes…

3.1 Phillip Lim Cody d’Orsay Heels, $625

No, but seriously… do you remember those? Prom, homecoming? Anyone? You’re all a bunch of liars. I owned not one, but two pairs of clear heels during my time in highschool. They accompanied me to several formal dances and assisted me in gracing the dancefloor with my sweet, sweet moves. I’m not exactly sure how shoes most often associated with strippers and working the pole became au courant, but it would appear that they are, yet again, making another attempt at popularity. Kinda like that head cheerleader who always stole your seat in precalculus. So, whattya say? Would you wear these abominations to footwear?

xx,

WhyDid

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