Setting the Mood: Getaway From Me

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

Memorial Day is fast approaching… so fast, in fact, that I didn’t even realize it was this weekend. Guess who doesn’t have plans (yet)? Who wants to pack me in his/her carry-on? Anyone?

Well, for the rest of you well-organized individuals it’s time to start packing up and shipping out. So, should you be heading to Malibu or Miami, your look needs to be beach chic, which basically amounts to looking polished without looking like you tried… not one bit.

Bop Basics Floppy Raffia Sunhat, Zimmerman Oasis Floral Print Cotton and Silk Playsuit, Ray-Ban New Youngster Sunglasses, Matiko Stacey Cork Wedge Sandals

Beach bound, baby!

xx,

WhyDid

Why Did You Wear That: Ugh, Send me the Bill-I’m Bored.

By Kirsten|May 19th, 2013|Celebrity Style, Red Carpet Recap|

Sure was a good thing that I spent the afternoon reading and napping, cause I am not sure I’ve ever been so bored by an awards show. The Billboard Music Awards was so slow moving I was left wondering if everyone was handed a Xanax on their way in to their seats. And that’s not really where my questions end. Are they actually giving out awards at this thing and is it co-sponsored by Zuhair Murad? PSY was nominated for multiple awards in the rap category? Tupac just rolled over in his grave. Was lip syncing a requirement? Are some of these stars gunning for a spot on next season of Dancing with the Stars? Did everyone’s invitation get lost in the mail? (Mine did). Where’s Rihanna when you need her?

Drop crotch leather pants, unicorn t-shirts, body slamming– and no, I’m not describing my weekend. Ke$sha was looking, well, not like Ke$ha in an ensemble that leads me to believe she just came straight from the pool at Wet Republic. I understand this isn’t the Oscars, let alone the Met gala, but it was such slim pickings on the “blue carpet” that I nearly threw in the towel and smashed my guitar halfway through watching. But alas, no one likes a quitter, so here are my picks for best, worst, and WTF?! of the night.

Platinum Bound:

Selena Gomez in Atelier Versace, Taylor Swift in Zuhair Murad, Miley Cyrus in Balmain, Jennifer Lopez in Zuhair Murad

Going Gold:

Alyssa Milano, Kelly Rowland in Rami Al Ali, Stana Katic, Kimberly Perry

Carly Rae Jepsen in Dyanthe, Emmy Rossum in Zuhair Murad, Ke$ha in Givenchy, Jennifer Morrison in Kristian Aadvenik

One Hit Wonders:

Nayer, Z Lala, Jenny McCarthy, Ariana Grande

Maybe I need to take up an instrument.

xx,

WhyDid

Friday Frocks: Get Down with Gatsby

By Kirsten|May 17th, 2013|Friday Frocks|

Fact: you will be invited to a Gatsby themed party this summer. So, you better be ready to dress the part. Turns out Ricky’s doesn’t carry costumes in a bag all year round. The horror! How will you achieve the look without being completely in costume? Channel your Daisy with dropped waists, sequins, feathers and flapper-esque details in dresses like the ones below.

1. Marchesa Tiered Tassel Cocktail Dress, 2. Milly Lisette Polka Dot Tulle Dress, 3. Haute Hippie Beaded Roses Dolman Mini Dress, 4. Rag & Bone Violette Tiered Dress, 5. Notte by Marchesa Sequin and Feather Embellished Dress, 6. Parker Hayden Dress, 7. Milly Chevron Tulle Dress, 8. Bless’d Are the Meek The Light Peplum Dress, 9. By Malene Birger Wasuinia Feather and Sequin Dress, 10. Candela Dixie Dress

Go ‘head, girl, go ‘head get down.

xx,

WhyDid

The List Volume LXXXVII

By Kirsten|May 17th, 2013|The List|

How much have you missed it? Me too. Let’s just cut to the chase and waste no further time getting to your favorite part of the week and mine, The List.

This bipolar excuse for Spring.
People who just stand casually in the middle of sidewalks (especially in large herds). It’s called a sideWALK for a reason. If it was meant for standing, it would be called a sideSTAND.
Ryan Lochte.
The iPhone text bubble. Mostly because you can totally tell when someone is thinking about writing something, then erases it and starts over or just never writes anything at all (and vice versa).
A bigger, better deal.

Thunderstorms with the windows open.
Rekindling old friendships.
Morning walks and evening sunsets without any need for a jacket.
Whispering Angel.
A bigger, better deal

I promise not to stay away too long again.

xx,

WhyDid

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Beauty Buzz: Alternative Beauty

By Kirsten|May 16th, 2013|Beauty Buzz|

There comes a time in everyone’s life where we may need to tighten the the ol’ metaphorial belt. It becomes a tough judgement call between a bottle of Whispering Angel on the rooftop of Soho House or that fancy facial serum. Decisions, decisions… When it comes to my beauty routine, I’m not one who likes to skimp on the essentials, however, when push comes to shove, there are a few luxury items that I’ve been able to swap out for their drugstore counterparts without sacrificing my standards. Below are a few products that I literally use on a daily basis and their pricier companions that I’ve had to trade in for the time being… and truth be told, I may not even switch back when my ship comes in.