Thursday, July 9, 2015

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HALTER TOP BACK CROSSED STRAPS SIDE SLIT BLACK DRESS :: NEXTSHE

VINTAGE WIDE BRIM HAT WITH BLACK FLOWER PINS

SANUK YOGA SLING FLIP-FLOPS :: REI

VINTAGE SILVER VINE RING

90'S FAKE TATTOO CHOKER

It's hard keeping cool in the summer! Besides shorts, what always helps me brave the heat is a flowy sleeveless dress. I never wear bodycon dresses anymore because I learned to love how looser dresses can catch the breeze. This black halter dress from Nextshe is even more breezy because of the open back. I'd never been much of a fan of open back clothes before - I usually like some support around the chest (read: a bra) - but this dress is worth it. Intense feelings of intrigue took me over when I put this dress on. The vintage wide brim hat that I attached black fabric flowers to lent the outfit more mystery, and the 90's fake tattoo choker (which I'm actually really happily nostalgic to wear these again) added some extra fun, while the upcycled yoga mat sling sandals provided comfort.

As the evening darkens, the outfit really comes alive; perfect for walking around downtown in the heat of the night, wading through fountains, trying to cool off after a tasty drink.

What's your go-to outfit for a night on the town when it's hot?

Photos: Ammalynn

Monday, June 22, 2015

::: Eye Art :::

WOMEN'S WIDE BRIM SUN HAT IN BLACK : SAN DIEGO HAT COMPANY
BLACK PLATFORM WEDGE SANDALS :: (Similar) New Look
CARA HIGH NECK SWIM TOP :: AMAZON / INMOCEAN

FRANKENWEENIE METAL GLASSES :: POLETTE

I was in awe when I saw these Frankenweenie glasses on Polette. Harkening back to the turn of the century when all glasses were metal-framed with small circular lenses, they're an absolute work of art. Nowhere have I seen anything like these other than in antique shops where I lust for them. These are the type of glasses to put on display when they're not in use. (And you bet I do!)

The vintage spectacles called for a dramatic outfit. The black wide brim sun hat I originally bought for Halloween last year came in handy for blocking the sun out and looking pretty darn stylish, if not eccentric.

Adding to my retro thrills, high-neck tops and dresses are everywhere again! I haven't seen so many available since the 90s - oh, joyous resurging trends! This top is actually a swimsuit top, though it's also perfect as a crop top. For me, if I'm going to be showing certain areas on my body I don't usually exhibit publicly, I like to add some contrasting elements to feel more comfortable, and more myself - and that's what personal style should feel like. Right?

The vintage black maxi skirt is made of my favorite draping material, it's heavy, it hardly wrinkles and here, it streamlines the outfit, leading the eye down to the black platform wedge sandals. It's a cosy and artistic look, perfect for backyard cocktails

Welcome to my "minimal retro summer goth" look. Happy summer!!

Photos: Alex Baumann / Ammalynn

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