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
If you follow me on twitter you may have seen I'm itching to re-vamp my room a little. I went back and forth about this because in December I'll be moving to Nashville (yaaaayyy). I finally decided it was a must for my sanity. I'm in the process of completely re-organizing, taking down some things, and hunting for some cheap old furniture. If I ever finish it, I'll make sure to take some pictures for you all.
I finally got my hot sticks to work! I just wasn't leaving them in long enough I think. But any way, they give amazing curl, the exact same as if you slept in rollers over night.
blouse gap
shorts thrifted
shoes urbanog
purse from my trip to italy
The work out kick is still going strong. I've only skipped one day of The 30 Day Shred, but it was because I wasn't feeling well, so I think that's ok. I also tried doing the workout video and running yesterday, whew that was rough, but I made it!
I hope you all are having a fantastic Wednesday!
xo,
Em
I think much of the country can sympathize with the horrid heat that seems to be sweeping many of the states. Tennessee has been sweltering. You walk outside and you're sweating. I don't feel super comfortable in shorts all the time, but today demanded them.
I adore these sun glasses (and have been wearing them every where) that Tyler got me as an early birthday gift. He's so sweet. I'm also super excited for my actual birthday (August 5th) to see what other goodies he's gotten me. He knows my tastes so well. I'm one lucky gal.
blouse american apparel
leotard american apparel
shorts target (old)
belt thrifted
shoes urbanog
sunnies gift/anthropologie
xo,
Em
I've been looking around the internet a lot lately for vintage hair inspiration when I stumbled upon this tumblr account, and found many a lovely hair style. Here are some of my favorites.
I'm really liking hair styles with curls all loose and down, but I also want to master the art of the lovely up do, and perhaps learn how to work with tighter curls. One day soon I'm gonna try to pin curl my hair, it just intimidates me so I have to work up the courage :)
I hope all you darlings are having a grand Monday!
xo,
Em
This weekend Ty and I went to Nashville (per usual) and met with the wedding planner, and I think we might have found our venue! It's this wonderful place in down time Nashville called aVenue, we both loved it, and it would be an amazing place to celebrate our special day in.
While we were in Nashville we were also able to stop by whole foods and get me some tasty corn free treats (I'm allergic to corn and coffee, and just recently found out, so I'm having to re-structure my diet as pretty much everything has corn in it). We also got some Indian sauces I can't wait to try out. May I also say it stinks to find out you're allergic to coffee the month before you begin student teaching.
dress anthropologie
belt thrifted
shoes steve madden
scarf vintage/the hip zipper
I slept in curlers for the first time last night, and I really loved how the curl stayed all day long, even against Tennessee's horrid humidity. I actually have naturally very curly hair, but it's very kinky curls, so I blow dry it out and then curl it in a more manageable way. I also have gotten hot sticks, but am having problems using them. Do any of you use hot sticks?
xo,
Em
I got this dress in from The Loved One's etsy shop the other day, and I was sooo excited when it came in! I adore the little detailing on the front, and the way it fits perfectly, such an amazing vintage dress.
In other super good news today was my 5th day of The 30 Day Shred! I'm making it, and I think I can make it the whole way. Also, Tyler and I had our last day of official biology class (we just have our final next week), and we're about to watch some Breaking Bad (any of you lovelies gotten into that show?). It's been a good day.
dress vintage/the loved one
flower anthropologie
shoes thrifted
xo,
Em
I've realized that once you put something on your blog, like that you want to complete The 30 Day Shred, it motivates you to complete it. Today was my 3rd day, and I just kept thinking "I have to do it, I wrote it on my blog". As silly as that sounds, it's actually a great motivation. So, here's hoping I make it all the way!
You may have noticed that I'm really getting into the vintage hair styles as of late. I always lamented when I didn't have bangs because I never really did a whole lot with my hair, but now I'm discovering a whole new world of styling. I'm so excited to actually do things with my hair. This book just came in the mail today, and I can't wait to try out some more vintage styles!
blouse made by me
skirt vintage/the hip zipper
shoes nine west
xo,
Em
When Ty and I were at Flashback he bought me a lovely little petticoat so that I could make some of my skirts and dresses a little fluffier. I haven't worn it too much as it has been burning up here in Tennessee, but I'm look forward to the winter months when it'll be more temperature appropriate.
Today I did the new Jillian Michael's 30 Day Shred for the second day in a row, and let me tell you I feel like my body is on fire. My goal is to do it for the 30 days. I think I can, as long as my body doesn't give out. Have any of you tried it?
blouse vintage/the hip zipper
skirt american apparel
shoes thrifted
petticoat vintage/flashback
head scarf from my trip to italy
xo,
Em
I was so excited to put this outfit together, as I was really feeling the desire to put something together with a 40's feel. I've been working on trying to get my hair to do a little bit of a 40's thing, and I think I'm getting close. (I have a book coming on how to do vintage hair styles that I'm super excited about.) I pinned up the longer bits of my hair so that it would look a little shorter. My bangs have proved quite tricky though, as they are still quite long. I can't decide whether to grow them out or not.
Another thing I was excited about was that I finally accomplished the half moon manicure. Thank you to all of you who suggested ways for me to do it. I think it turned out quite well.
blouse marshals ($8..yesss)
skirt vintage/hip zipper
shoes very old/not sure
watch not sure
belt thrifted
I hope you all have had a great Friday night!
xo,
Em
