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Why Did You Wear That: Laundry Day

By Kirsten|June 27th, 2012|Personal Style, Why Did You Wear That?|

kirsten smith doing laundry

There are so many things I love about living in Manhattan: grocery delivery, all night diners, cabs on every corner. Things that make life so much more convenient that at times you begin to wonder how you ever lived without them. However, there is one small thing that isn’t always such a cinch. That dreaded thing happens to be laundry. Granted, no one enjoys doing laundry, but in New York, if you aren’t fortunate enough to have an in apartment washer and dryer, you are left with one of two choices. Send your laundry out and allow a stranger to manhandle your unmentionables (not to mention allowing said stranger to discern what does and does not belong in the dryer) or do your laundry yourself. The latter would require you to sit and sweat while your socks hit the spin cycle. It’s not like you could leave your beloved laundry in fear of someone stealing it… or dumping it out to access the dryer for themselves. So, this past weekend, I chose the somewhat lesser of two evils (I needed my underwear STAT and Little J’s couldn’t launder me til Monday). Making the best of things and not having anything left to wear, I played a little game of dress up and sported my very last pair of striped socks with a floral frock and floral sandals. Hey, you never know what kind of cutie might be sudsing up his stuff in the next machine…

washing machines

dress: Forever21 (similar here), shoes: Nordstrom Rack (similar here), socks: your guess is as good as mine (try these)

Fluff n’ fold.

xx,

WhyDid

Why Did You Wear That: Jumping at the Chance

By Kirsten|June 20th, 2012|Celebrity Style, Why Did You Wear That?|

Another one of my favorite “all in one” outfits is the jumpsuit; a very close cousin of the romper. While you may equate the jumpsuit to the disco queens of the 70’s or the Angela Bowers of the 80’s, the jumpsuit is actually being made quite current by the A-list of the red carpet. The jumpsuit started its reemergence last year, and I “jumped” right on that trend (couldn’t help it). This look can be both casual (see my favorite American Apparel version here) and incredibly glamorous (remember when Rose Byrne first wore one to the SAG Awards?). So, whether you choose to wear yours with flats for Sunday brunch or heels for Saturday night fever, this trend is sure to leave you looking anything but out of style.

1. Sparkle & Fade Open Back Jumper, $59, 2. Smith Tie Dye Jumper, $79, 3. Day Birger et Mikkelsen Ofelia Pleated Chiffon Jumpsuit, $250, 4. Kimchi Blue Crochet Jumper, $99, 5. Forever21 Elasticized Abstract Print Jumpsuit, $24.80, 6. Coincidence & Chance Gaucho Jumper, $49, 7. Sandro Preference Crepe Jumpsuit, $340, 8. ALICE by Temperley Lavender Jumpsuit, $450, 9. Free People Solid and Lace Jumpsuit, $328, 10.Edith A. Miller Maryam Jumpsuit, $330

Make ya wanna jump, jump!

xx,

WhyDid

Friday Frocks: Tee Time

By Kirsten|June 15th, 2012|Friday Frocks, Why Did You Wear That?|

Fridays are meant to be casual… as are the weekends. And while we may strap ourselves into the tightest tops, shortest skirts, and highest heels for a night out, I, for one, can not wait to get home and get out of my constricting couture and slip into something much more comfortable. Enter the t-shirt dress. Remember those sleep shirts you wore as a kid? Might have been your dad’s or just an oversized tee with your favorite band (NKOTB). Now, you can take your favorite slouchy tee to the streets by sporting this casual yet chic style.

1. J. Crew Striped Cotton Drawstring Dress, $88, 2. Sauce Long Fringe Dress, $97, 3. Velvet Roccon Dress, $108, 4. Ecote Tie Dye Dress, $49, 5. All Saints Freedom T-Shirt Dress, $95, 6. Rebecca Taylor Knot Tee Dress, $195, 7. Aubin & Willis Corsham Cotton Jersey Dress, $95, 8. T by Alexander Wang Classic Boatneck Dress, $85, 9. Boutique Slouchy Tee Dress, $80, 10. Wilt Slub Crew Hi Low Dress, $134

Now, relax.

xx,

WhyDid

Friday Frocks: Frock Optional

By admin|June 8th, 2012|Friday Frocks|

This shouldn’t be news to you, but I love rompers. If there’s a romper on the rack, most likely it’s going to end up in my closet. Sure they’re really annoying when you have to use the ladies’ room and not the best choice when going in for a Brazilian, but they are one step dressing (Why do you think babies like them so much?). Which leads me to my point… Frocks have been getting all the attention. Rompers are all like, “Marcia, Marcia, Marcia.” Well, fact is, rompers are my Marcia. And this week, they will be yours as well.

1. findersKEEPERS Let It Rain Playsuit, $143, 2. Free People Printed Romper, $88, 3. Motel Janet Romper, $90, 4. Equipment Earl Floral Print Washed Silk Playsuit, $280, 5. Forever 21 Crisscross Romper, $13.50, 6. Forever 21 Floral Surplice Back Romper, $19.80, 7. Marc by Marc Jacobs Light Hearted Button Front Romper, $186, 8. Motel Silky Suplice Jet Romper, $90, 9. Washborn Striped Romper, $88, 10. Anna Sui Heart Print Cotton/Silk Blend Playsuit, $400

xx,

WhyDid

Why Did You Wear That: Park It

By Kirsten|June 7th, 2012|Personal Style, Why Did You Wear That?|

Growing up, I always loved to feed the ducks at Wheeling Park. My animal obsession clearly began at an early age. I gave up meat for several years as a kid because I realized that bacon came from pigs and at that time I was campaigning for a pot belly pig of my own. I remember this particular park was full of animals. They had a mini zoo complete with strutting peacocks. So, it was sad to return to see that you aren’t even allowed to feed the ducks anymore. Now, it’s just kind of a pond with paddle boats… hardly the magical playland that it used to be…

earrings: random Soho street vendor, top: ISSI, jeans: Frankie B., clutch: vintage (mom), bracelets: it’s hard to tell, shoes: Steve Madden (I know!)

I’m ducking out now.

xx,

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