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Setting the Mood: Blue Jeans, White Shirt

By Kirsten|July 29th, 2013|Setting the Mood|

There are times when I gaze into my closet like it’s the great abyss. Just like there are times when I stare blankly at my computer screen with my fingers poised on the keyboard, but not a thing to type. The fact of the matter is, I tend to over complicate things. Overthink them. And so when I start to feel the sweat prickling on my skin as the stress sets in, I take a deep breath, and murmur to myself, “Keep it simple, stupid.” You see, when a women has a few staple pieces in her wardrobe, she can count on them like she can count on the rain after a blowout and her monthly visit from auntie Flo. By having a perfectly fitting pair of jeans, a fresh white t-shirt, crisp white blouse, and a gently destroyed pair of denim shorts, there is no occasion (except for black tie) that she cannot concur. Depending on the woman, event, and accessories, the most simple pieces, American classics, can take you from daytime down time to dinner, drinks, and possibly dancing.

J Brand 485 Luxe Sateen Midrise Skinny Jeans, T by Alexander Wang Classic Jersey T-Shirt, Splendid Voile Shirt, Rag & Bone Mila Distressed Denim Shorts

Sealed with a K.I.S.S.

xx,

WhyDid

Why Did You Wear That: Up on the Roof

By Kirsten|July 24th, 2013|Personal Style, Why Did You Wear That?|

When I walked out of my grey carpeted, grey walled, grey everything office on my last day of work, I knew I never wanted to be stuck in a corporate cubicle ever again. Ever. I started WhyDid while working that 9-5 (more like 8-8) job and made it my priority a year later. Sure, I wrote my first book at age ten, but I hadn’t even realized how much I enjoyed writing until over ten years later. I’ve now been fortunate enough to turn something I love to do, into what I do for a living.

While not having to report to an office sure has its perks (like wine at lunch), working from home can become pretty isolating. I don’t have to get dressed or even shower before making it from my bed to my computer. I don’t need to come in contact with humans on a daily basis if I don’t want to. And it’s fairly easy to get totally sidetracked. I have a beautiful apartment, but staring at the same four walls day in and day out can be less than inspiring. Luckily, I have a very special creative oasis just an elevator ride away. Arguably, I have one of the best rooftops in Manhattan. I can see in all directions, and being by the water allows for a little breeze, which is crucial during these oppressively hot summer days. I mean, there’s even WiFi. My only complaint? No electrical outlets, which only allows me to work for as long as my batteries will last. So, management, if you’re reading this…

top: Brandy Melville (similar), shorts: Brandy Melville (similar), sunglasses: Ray-Ban, bracelets: Alex and Ani, necklace: Nina Nguyen, shoes: Charles David, bag: Diane von Furstenberg (similar), dog: Smitty

Rough day at the office.

xx,

WhyDid

Photo credit: Michael Stiegler

Setting the Mood: White Heat

By Kirsten|July 8th, 2013|Setting the Mood|

Halfway through summer and all the way to the top of the thermometer. The July heat is nearly unbearable and it’s those humid days where it feels as if anything heavier than a tissue would be too much to wear. While a New Yorker’s standard uniform seems to be perpetually black, reversing roles in all white seems to lighten things both literally and figuratively. Ivory, bone, eggshell, and stark white in linen, lace, crochet and chiffon will keep you cool and cool you down.

Maje Aoutien Tie Front Cropped Silk Shirt, Zimmermann Celestial Ruffled Bikini, J Brand Nash Shredded Denim Shorts, Lisa Maree Skimming Dreams Crocheted Cotton Blend Fringed Vest

The heat is on.

xx,

WhyDid

Friday Frocks: Red, White, and Breezy

By Kirsten|July 5th, 2013|Friday Frocks|

You survived the fireworks (I did too- barely). You’re surviving the hangover (hair of the dog). And now summer is in full swing. Continue your holiday weekend party sporting something in the flag color scheme. Let it swang, let it hang.

1. Free People Cutout Bodycon Slip Dress, 2. Splendid Ruched Cotton and Modal Blend Jersey Minidress, 3. Dolce Vita Hanni Sleeveless Dress, 4. Joie Dawna Tank Dress, 5. Forever 21 Off the Shoulder Fit & Flare Dress, 6. BB Dakota Royer Cross Back Dress, 7. Nightcap Clothing Parlor Lace Dress, 8. For Love & Lemons Lulu Americana Dress, 9. The Furies Manchu Tank Dress, 10. Forever 21 Chambray Shirt Dress

xx,

WhyDid

Why Did You Wear That: Baby, You’re a Firework

By Kirsten|July 4th, 2013|Personal Style|

This year’s Fourth of July couldn’t have fallen more perfectly on the calendar. A four day weekend? God bless, is right. This, however, led many to stress out over where they’d spend such a fortuitous long weekend. I couldn’t even begin to tell you where I was last year during the Fourth. I’ve given it a bit of thought, and I have zero recollection. Sadly, that has no correlation to the amount of fun that was had. The year before, I watched fireworks alone on my rooftop, simply because it was less frightening to hear the fireworks if I could actually see them. To be honest, fireworks scare me, but I also have an irrational fear of dragonflies, so it doesn’t hold much weight. I do, however, love the ol’ US of A despite all its flaws. I’ve never been one to wear a Christmas sweater or paint my face for a football game, but I do think it’s nice to give a patriotic nod to our great United States by adding a bit of red, white, and blue to your holiday ensemble– in a totally non-obvious manner, of course.

bikini: Cia Maritima, shorts, H&M, glasses: random party store, bag: c/o Violetta, dog: Smitty In the City, necklace: c/o Nashelle, bracelet: c/o Style Queen

hat: Quicksilver, shirt: vintage Limited (as in middle school vintage), dress: American Apparel, boots: Frye, bracelets: Alex & Ani, c/o Style Queen