Friday, July 29, 2011

Who We Are

Who we are has a lot to do with who is around us. Who your family is, what friends you hang out with, and who you are with romantically. Your partner, your better half, that one person. I've always been thought of as an out going person I'm pretty sure, but I've always known I was timid about who I was, afraid to express myself, afraid to say what I wanted and wear what I wanted. Every boyfriend I ever had made me feel like I had to fit into some mold, to stay where I was when we first met, be somewhat un-changing. I never felt comfortable in my skin. Until.

 
Ok, I know it's a cheesy picture, and he'll probably kill me for putting it up here...but he looks pretty smashing I think.

Since I've been with Tyler I've felt the most like myself. ever. I can dress however I want to. I can say what ever I want to. I know it sounds silly, but he's given me the confidence to dress in a more vintage inspired way. I always felt like I would be judged and people would think I was odd for dressing differently, but I feel really good about being me now that I'm with Tyler.


I think when you find the person that you're supposed to be with, they make you feel more comfortable, more you. I'm really thankful I found that person.


dress gift from ty (modcloth)
belt thrifted
petticoat gift from ty (flashback)
hat kohls
shoes nine west

Sometimes I'm mushy. I'm ok with that.

xo,
 Em

at Friday, July 29, 2011

41 comments:

  1. Julia TopazJuly 29, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    I love this post. I know exactly how this is. Every guy I've been with, I've felt like I've had to change myself in some way or another. But not now! Good for you guys, you both look darling here.

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  2. MackenzieJuly 29, 2011 at 9:03 PM

    Very cute post. I feel the same way about my boyfriend, it's really great to have someone who really understands you and wants you to be you!

    Mackenzie

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  3. NellyJuly 29, 2011 at 9:06 PM

    I think its wonderful you have found that someone and the man looks very dapper here too

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  4. MonikaJuly 29, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    you both are so darn adorable!!! You look amazing in that dress!! and your mister is pretty swanky as well :) and, mushy is totally ok ;)

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  5. StephanieJuly 29, 2011 at 9:36 PM

    I totally know what you mean! I felt that same way until I met my husband:) He gives me confidence and I know that he loves me unconditionally:)

    Gorgeous photos!

    Love,
    Stephanie May*

    www.maydae.com

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  6. Linda F.July 29, 2011 at 11:50 PM

    Too cute :) I hope I one day find someone who can make me feel more like "myself" too.

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  7. LyndallJuly 30, 2011 at 12:14 AM

    Aww, I love this. Yes, I think feeling completely comfortable to be yourself with someone is a really wonderful thing!

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  8. ElekonJuly 30, 2011 at 1:00 AM

    oh I loved this post very much, same way I feel when I`m with my husband:) you loook fab!

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  9. Sara KristiinaJuly 30, 2011 at 1:23 AM

    I know exactly what you mean! :) I have the same thing with my darling!

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  10. LeahJuly 30, 2011 at 2:27 AM

    So cute!

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  11. NinjaJuly 30, 2011 at 2:44 AM

    I feel you, girl! That's the story of my life. And I'm so happy for you (and me, cause I get to enjoy that gorgeous vintage style of yours;).

    Thanks for popping by my blog :D

    xxx Irinja (1milliondresses.blogspot.com)

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  12. JulJuly 30, 2011 at 3:13 AM

    Well, I understand you perfectly. Before I found my wonderful man, Moreno, I always pretended to be another person just to please others. But since I found him he helped me found myself and he really helped me to find the courage to express myself through clothes.
    You look stunning by the way, that dress is so beautiful.

    http://lifeisaromanticpoem.blogspot.com/

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  13. UnknownJuly 30, 2011 at 6:28 AM

    i love your dress, and so cute that your bf is the best ever.. as he should be :) he does look spiffy in that pic!

    <3 steffy
    Steffys Pros and Cons

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  14. Lauren HairstonJuly 30, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    Tyler sounds like a wonderful guy and it doesn't hurt that he's so cute!

    Love your dress with the petticoat!!! You're awfully cute, as well!

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  15. MaryJuly 30, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    That's so sweet! Hey I mentioned you in a post about some vintage lady bloggers who have been inspiring me lately. I'd love if you checked it out!
    :)

    http://historycornbreadlove.blogspot.com/

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  16. ElisabethJuly 30, 2011 at 12:15 PM

    This made me smile. It's how I feel about Silas, too. I've never felt so free to be me :)

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  17. UnknownJuly 30, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    thats so sweet:).. i think every relationship should be like that... This is the way i feel about my boyfriend too and i feel so lucky....:)

    Love love love the photos,so pretty..vintage style is perfect for you:)
    x
    ginella

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  18. Helena DriveJuly 30, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    cute cute cute!
    you're a lovely couple, babies!
    I'm absolutly in love with that dress, honey!
    xoxo
    Helena

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  19. herecomesthesunJuly 30, 2011 at 3:33 PM

    Sounds like you've got a great thing going on with your man! Really happy for you :)

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  20. MichelleJuly 30, 2011 at 6:46 PM

    I just stumbled upon your blog... and I'm glad that happened! I just scrolling down through these posts, I sense your style... and I love it! So pretty and classy! :) I'll be following!

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  21. Katie BurryJuly 30, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    I'm so happy for you! <3 I can't wait to find my special person.

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  22. geeJuly 30, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    i think you both look smashing! <333

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  23. CharlotteJuly 30, 2011 at 10:26 PM

    I'm glad he encourages you, and how could he not? Anyone should be happy to have someone as darling as you!

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  24. CLJuly 31, 2011 at 6:23 AM

    Nice catch - that is a very charming photo. And your hair is SO RAD OMG.

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  25. Maria CasteelJuly 31, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    Its an incredible feeling to be known and understood.
    and to have a man who doesn't think its weird when you wear a dress that's 70 years old.

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  26. Gabrielle ClayvonJuly 31, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    I know exactly where you are coming from. I feel this way about my husband. He fully allows me to be whomever or whatever I want to be. Completely supportive. I am glad you have that too. Great post.

    www.thegiftofgab-gabby.blogspot.com

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  27. DanielleAugust 1, 2011 at 4:45 AM

    I think it's great that he makes you feel comfortable. That's how it is supposed to be! Plus, you look fabulous, and he, not so bad either :) I really like the third photo - you look beautiful!

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  28. AllieAugust 1, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    I totally understand what you mean, it's more than just being "happy" you're "complete". It's wonderful :)

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  29. islabellAugust 1, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    he does look smashing and so do you. I know what you mean about the confidence thing. I have that same feeling with my man. I dont know what I would do without him
    x

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  30. cbAugust 1, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    you both look amazing! i totally know how you feel, the mister makes me feel more like me. something about it is so freeing. so happy you found that person <3

    xo,
    cb

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  31. AnonymousAugust 1, 2011 at 4:45 PM

    so sweet and beautiful and oh, so true! i feel exactly the same way about my john. i have definitely come into my own, as they say, since i first met him almost exactly one year ago. (by the way, i've noticed your lovely ring in a good many of these pictures and it reminds me an awful lot of my own wedding ring. is yours an antique, too?)

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  32. Emma LittonAugust 1, 2011 at 10:33 PM

    joannaeking: Aw, that's so wonderful! Actually it's a re-casting of an art deco ring. So the style is antique, but the ring is new :)

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  33. liesAugust 2, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    lovely dress!

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  34. Dial V for VintageAugust 2, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    Oh I love your lipstick in these pictures! :)

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  35. CarysAugust 3, 2011 at 3:09 AM

    I love your outfit, you look so pretty!
    From Carys of La Ville Inconnue

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  36. RONJA AND LEONIEAugust 3, 2011 at 6:27 AM

    you look wonderful!
    lovely blog. maybe we could follow each other?
    xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
    thehoneystreet.blogspot.com

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  37. Wild FlowerAugust 3, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    Let me just say you look amazing in this dress! And those shoes are perfection. I'm glad he has helped spread your wings farther, because you look so lovely!

    Kaylee
    xo

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  38. M. PriceAugust 5, 2011 at 11:54 PM

    Your boyfriend is adorable! And you have such a pretty face :) Cute couple! I love your style. And I am so happy for you.

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  39. booksinmycuppaAugust 6, 2011 at 2:23 AM

    oh my, these dress are adorable. I love all of your clothes, sucha good taste. :))

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  40. MeganAugust 10, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    When I met my husband, I couldn't believe how easily he accepted me for who I really am. Sometimes, I still can't believe it! You know you are with the right man when you find someone who accepts you completely. PS - he looks adorable in the photo you posted! Very dapper!

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  41. ShasieAugust 14, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    I LOVE YOUR LOOK! The hat is so adorable with this dress
    Shasie of Live Life in Style
    Wrinkle In Time Vintage Giveaway

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