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Friday Frocks: Bring Sexy Back.

By Kirsten|January 11th, 2013|Friday Frocks|

In case you missed it, yesterday, ol’ Justin Timberlake very slyly announced his return to music. The internet went crazy… ’cause while we enjoyed you on the silver screen, JT, we missed you on the radio and check updates at Radio Waves. So, let’s take our d out of the box and get back in the booth. Remember this plea to the pop star?

A new album is near and in preparation of “bringing sexy back,” I’ve compiled a collection of dresses that do just that. Sure, I like JT just fine, but I really just wanted an excuse to showcase spine friendly frocks. The vertebrae is the new decollete and these little numbers would be just perfect for shimmying to Timberlake’s new tunes.

1. Boulee Avery Lace Dress, $231, 2. Lovers + Friends Worth the Wait Dress, $134.40, 3. Nightcap Clothing Lace Priscilla Dress, $352, 4. Three Floor Bad Girl Dress, $308, 5. T by Alexander Wang Drape Bac Mini Dress, $109, 6. Lovers + Friends Sway Mini Dress, $245, 7. For Love & Lemons Little Lover Dress, $172.80, 8. UNIF Christy Drape Dress, $87, 9. Free People Bringing Sexy Back Dress, $128, 10. For Love & Lemons Medina Velvet Mini Dress, $159

So brace yourself, kiddos, as Andy Cohen stated, there’s been a richter scale warning issued for imminent “panty drop.”

xx,

WhyDid

Why Did You Wear That: Bottoms Up!

By Kirsten|January 9th, 2013|Personal Style, Why Did You Wear That?|

I bought a pair of questionably patterned pants about a month ago, which Serena apparently wore on an episode of Gossip Girl. This is basically the closest I’ll ever get to looking like Blake Lively. These were a post holiday sale impulse purchase and while it took me a while to actually wear them (in public), I do kind of love them. Something I try to do during the colder winter months is stock up on pants of interest. I realize this is the opposite of what most stylists might suggest, but I love the idea of bringing drama to an outfit from the bottom up. Rather than slipping on a sparkly top, I slide into patterned pants, velvet leggings, or leather embellished trousers and “top” them off with a simple tee or neutral blouse and leave the rest up to accessories. If you’re looking to switch things up, I suggest starting from the bottom up.

top: Elizabeth and James (similar here), pants: Rag & Bone, shoes: B Brian Atwood, bag: DIY original (How To coming soon!), hair: top knot with a fishtail twist

Bottoms up!

xx,

WhyDid

Why Did You Wear That: Darn It, That’s a Garnet.

By Kirsten|January 8th, 2013|Why Did You Wear That?|

Whether you’re into astrology or gemology, Capricorns and Aquarians have been bestowed with the garnet as their birthstone, such as this post on numerology at Your Higher Journey, numerology is the mystical study of you guessed it numbers. I used to think I got the short end of the stick when it came to birthstones, but over the years, this deep red stone has grown on me. Sure, it’s not a diamond, but this year especially, the color has gained some momentum with the influx of oxblood.

1. Satya Strength Bracelet in Red Garnet, $78, 2. 14k Rose Gold Necklace, $600, 3. 14k Yellow Gold Garnet Gemstone Earrings, $298, 4. Kelly Wearstler Cabochon Hoop Earrings, $275, 5. Dezso by Sara Beltran Garnet and Emerald Shark Fin Bracelet, $2,400, 6. Heather Hawkins Hammered Coin Necklace, $202, 7. Chan Luu The Mystic Red Garnet Beaded Bracelet, $70, 8. Alex and Ani January Garnet Birthstone Bangle, $28

Wear it with pride, my fellow January babies.

xx,

WhyDid

Friday Frocks: Go Long

By Kirsten|January 4th, 2013|Friday Frocks, Why Did You Wear That?|

I had to double check that the Super Bowl had not, in fact, already happened. (It will happen on February 3rd- I Googled it). That said, my pun stands. Anyway, in the cold winter months, dressing can become a bit of a bore. How many different ways can we wear jeans? And since some of you can’t get it through your pretty little skulls that leggings are not pants, I have come up with yet another option for comfort without sacrificing style. The maxi dress is often associated with balmy summer nights and backyard barbecues, but I have found the knit long sleeve, slinky maxi dress to be one of my new favorite winter time staples. There are endless ways to style this look be it a fur (faux) vest over top, layered in gauzy scarves, with flat motorcycle boots or sky high ankle booties. The maxi dress is as versatile as it is comfortable.

1. Holy Tee Abbey Lee Mesh and Jersey Maxi Dress, $108, 2. Mason by Michelle Mason Long Sleeve Cutout Maxi, $177.10, 3. Thakoon Addition Carbon Copy Long Dress, $170, 4. Silence & Noise Stella Knit Maxi Dress, $69, 5. Sparkle & Fade Cowl Back Maxi Dress, $59, 6. James Perse Wrap Shoulder Dress, $245, 7. Maison Martin Margiela Knitted Silk Maxi Dress, $398, 8. Pencey Standard Long Layer Dress, $84, 9. Blue Life Pucci Maxi Dress, $165, 10. Sparkle & Fade Scoopback Long Sleeved Maxi Dress, $49

Now play ball, or whatever.

xx,

WhyDid

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Friday Frocks: Shiny Disco Balls

By Kirsten|December 28th, 2012|Friday Frocks, Why Did You Wear That?|

2012 is just about over… and I can’t pretend I’m sad about it. To say it wasn’t my best year on record would be a ~~minor~~ massive understatement. That said, I am really looking forward to bidding this year adieu. Doing so will, of course, require a festive frock. Last year I provided the alternative to a sequin stunner, but who am I kidding? I love shiny things. (I also love miniature horses and champagne cocktails). Give me a reason to add glitter and I’ll gladly take you up on it. New Year’s Eve is the perfect occasion to shine, so dust off those paillettes and party hats, the countdown to midnight has begun.