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Weekend Playlist: I’m Festive, Ok?

By Kirsten|December 21st, 2013|Weekend Playlist|

It should not be news to you by now that I do not enjoy Christmas music. I just don’t, alright? You think that makes me a Scrooge? Well, I also despise ugly Christmas sweater parties, Secret Santas, and candy canes. I’m a horrible human being, I know. Shock of all shocks, I have a hard time stomaching any and all things that have been universally commercialized. I’m not completely heartless though. I do like some of the things that surround Christmas, like spending time with your family and loved ones, festive cocktails, and mistltoe. Big fan of mistletoe.

But because I know that many (okay, most) of you do love all things Christmas and are more likely than not in the midst of sucking down a candy cane embellished cup of eggnog wearing hideous holiday knitwear just itching to deck the halls to some Christmas carols, I’ve put together a mix of the poppiest Christmas songs on the planet. Because if we’re going down this route, let’s go big, loud, and cheesy. While some of you prefer the classics, nothing says holiday cheer like Silent Night sung by Boyz II Men.

xx,

WhyDid

Setting the Mood: Happy Holla-Daze

By Kirsten|December 9th, 2013|Setting the Mood|

While some of you were busy posing both literally and figuratively at Art Basel in Miami, I was busy dealing with personal crises and preparing this week’s posts chocked full of gift guides that will make your holiday shopping less painful than some of those exhibitions at Basel. Now that we’ve actually made it past Thanksgiving, it’s time to start thinking December 25th- not post Halloween like some of you overanxious overachievers thought. It’s no secret that Christmas music is like nails on the chalkboard to me, but I will appease my holly loving, twinkle light enthusiast, overly festive friends. So, get ready to stuff your stockings, kids.

Tibi Reindeer Intarsia Cotton Blend Sweater, Charlotte Olympia Jinble Bell Dolly Velvet Platform Pumps, Eugenia Kim Lolita Floral Embellished Headpiece, Charlotte Olympia Ginger Metallic Patent Clutch

Merry flippin’ Christmas.

xx,

WhyDid

Friday Frocks: In Full Bloom

By Kirsten|March 15th, 2013|Friday Frocks, Why Did You Wear That?|

The Soho House roof has reopened, restaurants have started seating outdoors, and I’ve started applying self tanner. Spring has (almost) arrived. Keeping in theme with getting into the springtime spirit, the best kind of frocks are those with flowers. Don’t fret, Pollyanna, not all floral frocks have to be fussy. Get a flower printed pattern cut in a sleek modern silhouette to look feminine, but not five years old. Not only is this look totally on trend, it’s sure to get you through the onslaught of summer weddings you’ll be forced to attend.

1. Jack by BB Dakota Cherry Chiffon Dress, $59, 2. MINKPINK Bittersweet Cross Back Dress, $80, 3. Rachel Roy Floral Dress, $428, 4. Christopher Kane Floral Print Jersey Mini Dress, $595, 5. Thayer Crisscross Ruffle Dress, $325, 6. GUESS by Marciano Lilac Floral Dress, $194.99, 7.Clover Canyon Turquoise Valley Neoprene Dress, $246, 8. Torn by Ronny Kobo Lili Pleated Floral Dress, $258, 9. Alice + Olivia Corwin Rose Print Silk Dress, $396, 10. LUSH Cutout Front Floral Shift Dress, $59

xx,

WhyDid

Weekend Playlist: Scrooge You

By Kirsten|December 23rd, 2012|Weekend Playlist|

Oh, here’s a fun fact: I do not like Christmas music. Like, really don’t like it. The reason behind my distaste for Christmas carols may stem from the fact that my sweet mother used to wake us up by blasting seasonal songs through the intercom system to wake us up for school… or it could just be that having jolly jingles on repeat starting in October begins to wear a little thin by, oh, let’s say November?

Though I know I’m not totally alone in this, I do realize I’m a very small percentage of the population and since I’m not a total Scrooge, I’ve compiled a playlist that doesn’t completely make me want to chuck up my gingerbread.

I’m wondering why more rappers haven’t capitalized on the “Ho, ho, ho,” ya’ll.

xx,

WhyDid

The List Volume LXII

By Kirsten|December 24th, 2011|The List|

Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house, I had nothing to wear… not even a blouse. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, but it doesn’t matter til I’m done with my hair…

I’m no Grinch. There are so many things I love about Christmastime, but let’s be serious… it can’t all be snowflakes and reindeer. Let’s break down some of the beyond obnoxious parts about Christmas. Be sure to leave your Christmas gripes in the comments.

The pressure to pretend my Christmas is SO MUCH MORE FUN THAN YOURS AND I’M GOING TO DOCUMENT IT ALL ON FACEBOOK, TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, and ANY OTHER PLATFORM YOU CAN STALK ME ON. Who are we kidding? I’m hanging out with family doing the same thing you are.
People who go into debt over holiday shopping.
Candy canes. Hate to point out the obvious but they’re just glorified peppermints- ‘cept harder to eat when you get down to that dumb hook part.
Small talk with estranged family members. Pass the yams, please. I can’t explain what a blog is again.
Gratuitous Facebook gift updates. This isn’t acceptable past the age of 9. And if you’re 9, then you shouldn’t even be on Facebook (or reading this blog).
Having to feign delight over a truly shitastic gift. Makes a gift card seem s a whole lot more appealing.
Receiving an orange in your stocking. I mean, come on. That’s just filler.
Knowing that my Christmas card (and smiling face) is about one week away from the garbage can.
Your “Christmas Eve” outfit pics. That’s cool, cause I’m in a giant T-shirt and leggings with a glass of wine and silly socks.
Stowing away all the Christmas decorations and taking down the Christmas tree.

Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night.

xx,
WhyDid

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