This Saturday I celebrated my birthday with the perfect combination of all of my favorite fall fashion trends. "Anything goes" has been my mantra on fashion this season, daring to test the boundaries of stylish self expression. I paired the textures of faux fur, lace, and alligator textured leather into one ensemble, all three garments thrifted of course. These over the knee socks and T.U.K. red suede creepers are from Urban Outfitters, adding a spunky detail below the knee. Lastly, this gold icicle necklace is a go to accessory that speaks with an edge, also from Urban Outfitters. 

Channeling Cleopatra

I recently had the pleasure of modeling for a fellow fashion design student, Claire Eberts in her dress, "Cleopatra". This dress is a recycled 1960's vintage maxi dress turned into a foxy mini dress. Complete with three tiers of chains on both shoulders this dress is one of a kind. I paired the ensemble with my black suede Jeffrey Campbell Lita's. Now for convincing her to let me wear it outside of the studio! 

Studio Shoot

I'm really excited about the resurfacing of the drop-waist dress trend this season. It incorporates elements of the 1920's, creating an away from the body silhouette making this sleeveless denim button down a compliment to this loose fitting garment. Both the dress and blouse are thrifted and my gold icicle necklace is from Urban Outfitters always adding a hard edge to any girlie ensemble.    

Before the Rain

One week into my fifteen week semester and I'm pumping with fashionable energy! I've transfered this energy into my ensemble seen above, bursting with an early fall color palette. The texture on this thrifted maroon crew neck contrasts with the silky flower print of my dress underneath. This earthy stone necklace from Urban Outfitters and skinny gold belt draw the eye right to the center of my outfit. Lastly, I've paired thick black socks with my Jeffrey Campbell tan Homg's, ready to hit the peopled streets of downtown.    

Let's Go

Here are a few pictures from my recent trip to NYC. 

Brazee Street Talk

I'm always on the lookout for scenes that make up a fashion bloggers paradise, so when this opportunity strikes I simply cannot pass it up. A red brick wall hiding pleasantly behind the suns bright beams fits right into this category. This outfit consists of a very distinct and earthy color palette. My top is thrifted and a slight deviation from the normal striped t-shirt and the yellow green skirt is from the gap. I am most excited about my new vintage black Dooney & Bourke miniature bucket bag that compliments my black suede Lana platforms by Jeffrey Campbell.  

Strip District

This vintage Express jumper provides the perfect costume for running around the city in. Paired with my Jeffrey's and oversized gold hoops, this simple combination speaks loudly in a crowd. The sun flowers are from an out door flower market in the Strip District of Pittsburgh.