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WhyDid Wisdom: That’s a Fact

By Kirsten|March 8th, 2012|WhyDid Wisdom|

Mistakes make me mad. We all make them and some are totally unavoidable, but when it comes to the ones that are… nothing else (except maybe leggings worn as pants) gets my blood boiling faster. Alright, alright, that sounds awfully extreme. The mistakes that are most offensive to me also happen to be the most avoidable. Those mistakes are the ones that never even had to happen had someone done his or her homework.

It irks me to no end when I’m minding my own business and I hear a news correspondent or “expert” mispronounce something that they were presumably paid to talk about and educate the general public on. I get so mad, in fact, I flip off the TV and open up my laptop only to find writers and bloggers misspelling words and/or using the wrong ones. Doesn’t anyone do their homework anymore? I think spelling may be the worst of all. I get that not everyone is a spelling bee champ and even I struggle with certain words from time to time, but you know what I do when I’m not sure? I look it up. It’s always so awkwardly embarrassing when I see people get onto their own little soap boxes only to spell everything wrong and negate all that they’ve just said. The worst part about spelling mistakes? The little red squiggly line that shows up. Um, hello??!! Here’s a good rule of thumb: If you can’t spell it, don’t use it. Using a big word to make yourself sound smarter only to misspell it makes you look, well, stupid.

Have we gotten so lazy that we can’t even take a moment so as not to look like total dunces?

Instead of actually doing some research or thinking for ourselves, we just believe everything we hear spouting out of the TV or read on the internet. It’s like a modern day game of “telephone” and it’s entirely possible that the original source wasn’t even accurate. And while I know, a lot of us use the internet as a reference point, you’ve got to be careful. Just because it’s on the internet doesn’t mean it’s true. In this digital age, it’s imperative to get your facts straight. Once you put something out there… it’s out there.

So, I guess my point is this: if you’re going to make the effort to do something, spend a little extra time making sure that you do it right. I do my very best to always make sure that anything I post is accurate and relevant. Remember when I was going to buy myself a cute little hedgehog? Well, it’s a good thing I did my homework. Had I not, this post may have never been written due to missing digits.

xx,

WhyDid

P.S. If you can find the type-o in this post, you win! (Just kidding… unless, of course, you find one).

Real People, Real Style: She’s the Manns

By Kirsten|March 7th, 2012|Real People Real Style|

I’ve known Whitney longer than I’ve known some of my best friends. She’s what got me through 8th period of my senior year in highschool. Always funny, always positive, she made even the most mundane reading more fun. Little did I know that we had a lot more in common than our navy blue blazers and Mr. Fischer’s senior English class.

Name: Whitney Manns

Wearing: Fitted Red Shift Dress from Asos.com, Stella and Dot Pegasus Necklace, Nude Vince Camuto Pumps

Occupation: Owner and Stylist of WM Wardrobe Consultant

Hometown/Current Town: the small town of Lake Charles, Louisiana

1. I would describe my style as: Sophisticated chic, on the safe side. I love classic lines of outfits and mixing random colors together but never step over the edge to be overly fashion forward because I never want to scare away any potential clients.

2. I can’t leave the house without: Cardigan! Love my cardigans (could be because I’m always cold) even if its stuff in one of my ‘Mary Poppins’ size purses. Oooh- and either one of my silver or gold Michael Kors’ Watches, love the chunky boyfriend watch look.

3. Based on wardrobe alone, if I could live in any time period, it would be: The 50’s with all its body fitting outfits but still classy looks.

4. Best/biggest splurge (worth every penny): My first Milly dress, which I still own and wear. When I was first on my own and making my own money I couldn’t believe I was spending half my rent on a dress. However, I Love this designer with her adorable prints, she can make any simple structured dress look amazing.

5. Best fashion advice I’ve ever received: I don’t really know if I was ever told fashion advice more that i learned things gradually, but I guess the one thing i live by is to not be scared to think outside the box.

6. Biggest fashion pet peeve (a trend that just needs to go away): This isn’t so much a trend but a common mistake with ladies trying too hard to look fashionable but its when someone tries to wear too many trends in one outfit!

7. What I would tell my 13 year old self: To Stop wearing that turquoise track suit everyday because it really isn’t that cute.

8. Weirdest beauty trick that I swear by: I really don’t have any!

9. Don’t care if it ever goes out of style, I’m going to keep wearing: my Skinny jeans!

10. I would love to trade closets with: I admire Katie’s Holmes taste in clothes.

Fun fact: My love for clothes started as a love/hate relationship. When I was younger I was frustrated with not being stylish but wanted to just wear what I thought looked right. This relationship became stronger after all the art classes I took, evolving into the passion I have for clothes now.

Three years ago, I decided to help others with their struggle or desire to build their fashion relationship. WM Wardrobe Consulting now has clients in many states and cities and has helped build the confidence level in many women and men through personal shopping and outfit coordinating.

So, if you’re in need of a little closet overhaul get in touch with Whitney STAT. Not only will she work wonders for your closet, she can also recite E. E. Cummings.

xx,

WhyDid

Photo via Lindsey Janies

Why Did You Wear That: For the Birds

By Kirsten|March 6th, 2012|Personal Style, Why Did You Wear That?|

Everyday around the same time, a flock of birds shows up at this little bird bath. I’m not talking like one or two. I am talking about ten to twenty at a time. It’s like birds gone wild at spring beak (too many fowl puns?). Something about this little bird bath seemed very French to me. I’m not sure why. Do they even have birds (les oiseaux) in France? Doesn’t matter. It seemed like a perfect place to put on one of my favorite knit dresses with wedge booties and beret and channel my inner French girl. While it’s been abnormally warm, the air does start to chill when the sun goes down. That’s why it’s imperative to always have a jacket and scarf on hand. Cherry nails and lips are the perfect accents for an all black and white ensemble.

dress: Zara, jacket: Andrew Marc, cashmere scarf: Nordstrom, hat: Urban Outfitters, shoes: Franco Sarto, bag: Kwigy Bo, nail polish: Essie Lacquered Up

1. Dolce Vita Bayley Dress, $176, 2. Bark n Bag Monaco Pet Tote, $48, 3. Cooperative Woven Wedge, $109, 4. Members Only Sylvia Leather Jacket, $140, 5. Wyatt Black Wool Cashmere Knit Hat, $85, 6. John W. Nordstrom Cashmere Scarf, $56.90

And I never leave home without my best accessory… Smitty.

xx,

WhyDid

Setting the Mood: Pastel Me, Please.

By Kirsten|March 5th, 2012|Setting the Mood|

Second to the clean crisp contrast of black and white, pastels are my favorite shades in the rainbow. I think it’s because they remind me of the sky right before sunset (you know, when the sky looks like a big bowl of sherbet). There’s nothing I love more than a good sunset… well, almost nothing. And just like clockwork, pastels are making a huge comeback for spring. From soft mint, to sweet lavender and blushy pinks, all the colors of the evening sky are showing up on everything from denim to handbags. I love the look of monochromatic head to toe pastels, but if you want to add just a touch to your look, try incorporating accessories or just simply nail polish to remain on trend without feeling like an easter egg.

Balenciaga Arena Giant Rose Gold City, $1,895, Essie Mint Candy Apple, $8, Nanette Lepore Gossip Floral Print Shorts, $198, See by Chloe Suede Round Toe Pumps, $290

xx,

WhyDid

Friday Frocks: Lots o’ Dots

By Kirsten|March 2nd, 2012|Friday Frocks, Why Did You Wear That?|

Polka dots may automatically elicit thoughts of sweet baby dalmatians and Minnie Mouse, but this prissy pattern can be much more sophisticated when paired with modern accessories or worn in an unexpected shape. Dots don’t have to be in the typical black and white variation, but if you do choose to go the traditional route, now is the perfect opportunity to incorporate a punch of neon with your accessories. Though dots do seem straightforward, look for them in different colors, fabrics, and dimensions to make them all your own.