Today was errands day, which is not something I think is fun. So to compensate, I made a fun outfit to wear for it, comprised of all my favorite garments. That simple fact made grocery shopping and going to the eye doctor into a fun sunny-afternoon outing instead of a lengthy chore.
- Block Party Panda Tee, from ModCloth.com
The best shirt, ever. It has batwings that are big enough to evoke memories of that favorite cozy oversized tee, but not big enough to look like accidental signal flags. It has an instantly flattering fit for any person. It has a soft, stretchy, but sturdy texture. And the panda on front is absolutely adorable.
- Puddle Jumping Shorts, from ModCloth.com
The best shorts, maybe not ever, but at least that I own. They have cute button detail and classy pleating, not to mention a cozy but not overly sweaty woolly knit. They zip up the side, eliminating pesky extra cloth at the front, and can play either dressy with a nice shirt and heels, or casual with a tee and sneaks. I wear them like I would a skirt, over tights, and never feel overly revealed.
- PB 'n J Tights from ModCloth.com
These are the kind of tights that my supervisor Lacey and I both knew we wanted to own as soon as we opened the receiving package. They are a nice, buoyant thin knit that tuck nicely around my heel, then open to let my foot peek out ... and best of all, they are two-tone, golden yellow on top and dark purple on the bottom. It is like wearing boots or legwarmers without the extra bulk or warmth, perfect for transitioning between cold and warm seasons.
My favorite part about these tights is that they don't slip down, bunch, or shift during the course of my day. I even wore them to sleep as an experiment, and they didn't move at all! I highly recommend these tights to fellow bold, discerning connoisseurs of legwear.
- Penny Lane Loafers from ModCloth.com
I like shoes that give me fancy feet, and these are possibly the fanciest of all. The name isn't just a Beatles pun -- these shoes are shiny copper foil like newly minted pennies. They can be a bit difficult to match (they're best with dark tights or jeans), but when they match, it's dynamite. As a bonus, they are comfortable; I wore them all around Brooklyn two weeks ago, and never once suffered from sore feet. I've found that they can be a bit hot in the warmer weather, but a light pair of socks or tights ought to solve the situation nicely.
- Chasing Feathers Bangle in Cream (shown here in green), from ModCloth.com
Bangles please me because they are chunky and fun to play with, and this one is an exceptionally safe bet. I can play with it all day and never fear of breaking or scratching it. Shown here in green, it has a sweet feather detail that looks almost real.
- The Side Saddle Purse, from ModCloth.com
I used to ride horses, and this handy bag does remind me of a saddle! It is made of soft, vegan faux leather that is supple and water-repellent, and sports a roomy pocket to hold all of my traveling supplies -- even a change of clothing. I'm a utilitarian when it comes to purses, and this one has me pleased: good looking, practical, big enough to carry what I need but not too big to make finding what I need a hassle. If I could squeeze my laptop into it, I would never need another bag, ever.
- Gold and Purple Dangly Earrings from whiteapple on etsy.com
These earrings are in two of my favorite colors, and they handily match the PB 'n J tights, providing a nice contrast to the grey tones of my shirt and shorts.
- Secondhand white aviators, from ebay
These shades were a free gift with a vest I purchased off ebay, and I wear them more than I wear the vest! They're typical hipster sunglasses, with a shape that flatters my jawline ... and lenses large enough to conceal the fact that I wear prescription glasses underneath them.
They also make a cute headband when I put them atop my head for safe keeping, as long as I can remember that I put them there.
And before the sun chased the cold away:
- The Violet Femme Jacket from ModCloth.com
This jacket combines many good things into one: the color purple, great big brassy buttons, an asymmetrical fit, soft and delicious fabric, a super-indie designer label, and a Violent Femmes reference.
My companion on these errands was a boy, and he rocked out (among other garments):
- The Debate Team Blazer, from ModCloth.com
This blazer is classy and cute, and it also fits boys as well as it fits girls! Skinny indie boys ought to look into a size medium, and those who have shoulders could rock a size large. The darted waist adds perfect fit and the pinstripes, to quote, evoke "a pimp in a French circus." (They also add height and automatically create the illusion of good posture.) This jacket is good for riding bikes, going to vegan cafes, or simply looking fly. It earned plenty of compliments both in Bloomfield and East Liberty!
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