Kirsten Smith | WhyDid.com

Friday Frocks: Queen of the Night

By Kirsten|May 30th, 2014|Friday Frocks, Why Did You Wear That?|

It’s ironic that someone who spent the majority of her life obsessed with apparel and who threw her very first temper tantrum at the tender age of two over a pair of shoes would rather spend most of her time as an adult wearing as little as possible without catching a charge for indecent exposure. But the moment the door clicks closed behind me, all bets are off and so are my clothes. It should come as no surprise then, that when the summer heat kicks into full swing causing me to question whether or not I’m suffering from early menopausal hotflashes, that I will find any means possible to wear what might equate to a tissue’s amount of fabric as a frock. I’ve been known to wear a nightie to a cocktail party and I don’t see why I should deprive the streets or the city from the same royal treatment… day or night

1. La Perla Lace Trimmed Chemise, 2. Love Haus by Beach Bunny Boyfriend Rib Pocket Chemise, 3. SKIN Sunset Chemise, 4. Skin Oasis Ribbed Cotton Nightdress, 5. Eberjey Lace Trimmed Jersey Chemise, 6. Donna Karan Sleepwear Cotton Batiste Nightdress, 7. Myla London Isabella Babydoll, 8. Free People Relaxed Tiered Ruffle Slip, 9. Hanky Panky Millefleur Print Chemise, 10. NOE Undergarments Alfie Long Slip

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Beauty Buzz: Overnight Celebrity

By Kirsten|May 29th, 2014|Beauty Buzz|

As women of the twenty first century, our responsibilities span far beyond those of merely managing a manor or being ladies in waiting sausaged in organ crushing corsets and starched petticoats on our front porches, sweet tea in delicate gloved hands. We hold down high powered jobs, raise families, nurture romantic and platonic friendships, lead fruitful social lives and are expected to do so all while keeping up with societal (and sometimes completely unrealistic) beauty standards. We barely have enough time to squeeze in a workout before fighting our way through our monotonous morning commutes, let alone pamper ourselves the way we definitely deserve having survived a 55 hour work week, complete with tyrant boss and tuna fish eating cube mate. Since we are so great at multitasking all day long, why wouldn’t we craft up clever ways to put our beauty products to work while we cash in on those six holy hours of sleep before that dreaded alarm sounds and we do it all over again? Along with slathering my eyelashes and lips with Aquaphor before bed every night (except when I’ve slipped into a wine induced coma), I also have discovered a slew of products designed specifically for all of us sleeping beauties. And wouldn’t you know? Sleep happens to be the perfect time to refresh, rehydrate, and recharge both inside and out.

1. Alterna Caviar Overnight Hair Rescue, 2. Caudalie Polyphenol C15 Overnight Detox Oil, 3. Sarah Chapman Overnight Body Treatment, 4. Ole Henriksen Ultimate Lift Eye Gel, 5. Bliss Fat Girl Sleep, 6. Murad Acne Complex Overnight Soothing Gel, 7. Le Couvent Des Minimes Lavender & Acacia Soothing Night Hand Cream, 8. Sachajuan Over Night Hair Repair, 9. James Read Sleep Mask Tan, 10. Mederma Intensive Overnight Scar Cream, 11. Morning Glamour Satin Pillowcases

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Why Did You Wear That: Pajama Jam

By Kirsten|May 28th, 2014|Why Did You Wear That?|

Though I rarely sleep with much on once the weather breaks from freezing, I have an overabundance of sleepwear. As a matter of fact, for someone who would rather sleep with her window open for fresh air and sweat than turn on her air conditioner, it seems a bit excessive for the lack of closet and drawer space of New York studio apartments. Well Many times I used bridal pajamas for sleeping comfortably. Despite living in what is essentially a large hotel room, my apartment has become a bit of a hangout, probably due to its convenient location to trouble. Upon entry everyone always comments on the number of rompers and nighties that hang from the doorknobs of my closet… which aren’t there merely for show, but because I’ve got a bit of a textile overpopulation problem. It just so happens that they look nice and add a little bit of color and femininity to my black and white abode. My pajamas are mostly seen by my girlfriends who catch me between showering and dressing for the day, delivery men, and my neighbors across the street who have seen more than their fair share of me. But alas, with summer weekend getaways and shared spaces, it’s probably best to have something to sleep in more modest than your birthday suit and slightly sweeter than your old ratty college t-shirt and pair of boxers that came from who knows where.

1. Only Hearts Venice Cutout Romper, 2. Juicy Couture Print Sleep Essential Romper, 3. Eberjey Bleached Out Slub Jersey Jumpsuit, 4. Cosabella Bella PJ Romper, 5. Donna Karan Sleepwear Cotton Batiste Pajamas Set, 6. Eberjey Hannah Teddy, 7. Skin Lace City Chemise, 8. Equipment Landon Floral Print Washed Silk Pajamas, 9. Wildfox Couture Sleep In Late PJ Set, 10.Splendid Genie Jumpsuit

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Setting the Mood: Beauty Sleep

By Kirsten|May 27th, 2014|Setting the Mood|

Fun fact: I’m narcoleptic. Okay, maybe not clinically speaking, but show me a pillow and I’ll show you a coma. I’m probably one of four people who has ever fallen asleep in Las Vegas… at a nightclub… with a giant costumed Elmo dancing right above her head. If I were to be a fairytale princess, I would undoubtedly be Sleeping Beauty. As a matter of fact, I should be much more beautiful due to the amount of beauty sleep I’ve amassed over the years. I once had a boyfriend who told me that he was comforted by how restfully I slept. He thought it meant I had a clear conscience. Ha. And while I’ve fallen asleep on dates forcing them to leave their phone numbers on tabloid covers and scraps of napkin, my narcolepsy has saved me from many a late night pizza delivery. So, my unpredictable sleep patterns aren’t all bad as long as you don’t mind my snoring.

Agent Provocateur Petunia Floral Embroidered Robe, Morgan Lane Lanie Sleeping Mask Set, Kosta Boda Stiletto Shoe Paperweight, Fashion Fairy Tale Memoirs

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Why Did You Wear That: Oh, the Memories

By Kirsten|May 23rd, 2014|Personal Style, Why Did You Wear That?|

When I told my friend and photographer, Brian, we should shoot these photos at the Frying Pan, he looked at me like I was a crazy person. Most people who live in Manhattan have at some point made the trek over to the Westside Highway and Chelsea Piers to check out what is the Frying Pan. Perhaps I take it for granted as I have always passed it on my runs outdoors during the warmer weather, but it’s a definite “must see.” This abandoned ship is a great way to fool yourself into feeling like you might be on a cruise, probably not a yacht with Roberto Cavalli. Good weather, bar food, and bikinis are the anecdote to feeling blue when left all alone in the city during Memorial Day.

_S1A2261web2 bikini: Pour Moi? c/o Figleaves, pants: c/o Daisy Fuentes for Kohl’s, shoes: Michael Kors, hat: A.P.C., jacket: Limited, shorts: Brandy Melville, top: c/o Daisy Fuentes for Kohl’s, sunglasses: Chloé