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Setting the Mood: Spring Forward

By Kirsten|March 11th, 2013|Setting the Mood|

When I strolled the streets of my neighborhood this past weekend, I couldn’t help but stifle back a giggle at all of the overzealous restaurant patrons who took full advantage of the thermometer reaching right above 50 degrees and decided to celebrate by gorging themselves on pancakes and mimosas al fresco. Now, I get it. We are all beyond antsy for spring to arrive, but perhaps rather than risk a relapse of the flu (like me), we can get ourselves into the spring spirit by decking ourselves out in spring blooms. Let’s consider it our own little version of an April showers rain dance. Because we all know that after April, May brings all the flowers.

Karl Brigid Printed Silk Shirt, $199, Loeffler Randall The Lock Clutch, $295, RED Valentino Floral Lace Up High Top Sneakers, $295,J Brand 620 Super Skinny Jeans, $240

Pretty as a petal.

xx,

WhyDid

Would You Wednesday: Fresh Shave

By Kirsten|March 6th, 2013|Beauty Buzz, Why Did or Why Don't?|

Recently, I’ve noticed quite a few songstresses and celebrities with a very daring hairstyle created by shaving one side of their heads and leaving the rest of their locks long. I must admit it, it’s an undeniably edgy look that the average wallflower couldn’t pull off, but it makes me a little nervous. I’m pretty attached (both literally and figuratively) to my tresses and if you think bangs are hard to grow out, I can’t imagine what kind of fun ensues when trying to even out your follicles once one tires of the look. On the upside, I suppose it’d cut drying time in half.

So would you try the look?

Chop, chop.

xx,

WhyDid

Setting the Mood: Opposite Day

By Kirsten|February 20th, 2013|Setting the Mood|

The best way to get through the next two months of below freezing temperatures is to plan ahead. Plan vacations, plan summer shares, plan spring wardrobes… One of Spring 2013’s trends was the minimalistic and graphic use of black and white shown by everyone from Marc Jacobs to Balmain to Michael Kors. A long time fan of bold black and white, I am happy to report that this really is one of those trends that would be hard to get wrong… (though I’m sure someone is capable of screwing it up). You can opt for an actual black and white print or simply pair black and white separates to achieve the look that is clean, crisp, and classic. Throw em for a loop by accessorizing the look with a red lip or bright bag.

Sophia Webster Yayoi Patent and Leather Sandals, $635, Sass & Bide The Big Go Sequin Tank, $180, 7 for All Mankind Cropped Slim Cigarette in Black & White Gloss Stripe, $198, Cambridge Satchel Two Tone Satchel, $172

xx,

WhyDid

Beauty Buzz: Love Me, Love Me Not

By Kirsten|February 7th, 2013|Beauty Buzz|

Before there was a Christian Louboutin next to the deli on my block (before a bag of chips cost $10), there used to be an art gallery with big glass windows. Inside this gallery was a huge neon sign, a beacon of glowing red ligt in the night, that said, “Love Me.” I wished so badly I had the wall space and cash to acquire this piece of art that’s basically my life’s motto. Little did I know, this was from the same street artist who has made his mark all over New York, Los Angeles, and Tokyo with his signature, “Love Me” campaign. You may have seen it scribbled on everything from the side of a building to the side of a meat truck. The man behind this beautiful mantra? Curtis Kulig. Not only is his message beautiful, he’s not too bad to look at, ladies.

But alas, as all artists know, these bills won’t pay themselves. His “Love Me” logo gained so much momentum that everyone from Vans to Urban Outfitters has tapped him to add a little love to their products. And just in time for Valentine’s Day, he’s also teamed up with Smashbox, which may seem like an odd collaboration, but might be the most fitting as makeup application is actually a form of art. These are the perfect little items to treat yourself or a friend to for Valentine’s Day and, of course, to spread a little love.

Love Me Paint Pen Eyeliner, $24, Love Me Eyeshadow Palette, $34, Love Me Be Legendary Lipstick, $19, Love Me Blush, $28,

You know you love me.

xx,

WhyDid

Setting the Mood: Love Always

By Kirsten|February 4th, 2013|Setting the Mood|

Much like death and taxes, there’s another day that’s unavoidable and sometimes just as unpleasant. One might believe that with all my relationship mishaps, trainwrecks, and heartbreaks, I’d grow a little bitter. Ironically enough, I’m love’s biggest fan. I love love. I love people who are in love. I love being in love (though I’m starting to forget how that feels). So rather than being bitter Betty come February 14th, how about embracing the day and spreading a little love instead?