Basics On a Daily Basis

I'm in the midst of dealing with that time of year when one minute its 80 degrees and your sundress feels like heavy flannel and the next minute you've thrown on your leather jacket and bundled up with a scarf. Not only is the weather perplexing but daily activities are no longer so easy to plan out. Its too sunny for a movie but too cold for the beach, what is a girl to do? The answer I have found clearly lies in an eclectic mix of popping in and out of museums, cafes and thrift shops. All relatively indoors- but you can trapse around in between and strut your late-spring threads while doing some serious people watching as well. There is no one way to dress up for such a day, however lately I have been sticking to lots of layers and playing with tights, textures and color combinations. To beat the possible late afternoon cold fronts I always mix in a thin cardigan- long or short, fitted or baggy, wear it under a fitted blazer or belt it so you look less hippie and more chic. Let's not drown in our over-sized accessories, be it cloth or shades, as a one Ms. Zoe so often does. Sometimes less really is more- unless of course its items that actually add warmth. That being said the best part about this month is that I can still thrash about under a floppy beanie and wrapped up in a cozy scarf while I eagerly count down to the days of simple sandals and flowy frocks.

Gender Trend Bender

Why oh Why is this man better at this than me? High waisted shorts with cuffs AND dual colored ankle socks? Why do I EVEN get dressed in the morning. Its clearly manufactured, but is done so well it seems perfectly casual. Thumbs up all around, although I would contemplate a coiffe re-evaluation if I were him. That greasy slicked back do barley works on tall, dark, handsome and Argentinian...never mind dirty blond and over-sunned. Love love love everything else though and am thinking of conjuring up a femme version in response.

High Waisted Skirts: An homage

I like them all the time, in every fabric, every color and almost every length. Slip a black or navy pencil skirt on for work and tuck in a fitted blouse or top with a slim blazer. Pair that same skirt with a vintage graphic tee or a plain solid V-neck and dress it down for the day with flats- jump into chunky gladiator heels or round toe booties to glam it up for night. No matter what the occasion, or how you accessorize, a high waisted skirt is flattering and spicy while keeping its sleek classic shape. I can't stop dreaming about them in every color and length: a black pleated for night, a bright red fits-like-a-glove Philip Lim with an exposed zipper from Barney's, a retro floral pattern for frolicking about during the day and I'm loving the loud pastel pink on the moderneteter, my favorite Northern European bloggette. So throw one on and if the mood strikes add a belt for shape and flair.

Obligatory recognization of awesome

This photo courtesy of the facehunter was like a bright light of amazing after a day of extremely unsuccessful shopping. I mean Nordstroms randomly closed for a private party at 7pm on a Thursday? How could they ignore my blissful post work prime shopping hour. However, after indulging in sweet potato frites and a pomikazi my flatmate and I trekked home unsuccessful, vowing to hit the pavement again this weekend. Then I stumbled across this girl who was donning two childhood elements that are currently gracing every store's inventory, from old navy to shopbop. The old school jean jacket and tie die. Having clearly stepped everything up a notch, this chic chick combines the two in fabulous muted jewel tones and tops it off with the best accessory possible, a fierce impressively-volumized fro.