In Shades

Everything about this outfit is perfectly fall. I wish I was in NYC right now. Or Pittsburgh. But that's for other reasons for some hockey blog. I'd still be able to wear that cute outfit though.

Source: ONTD

Going The Distance

First off, I went totally command+shift+3 happy on my MacBook taking caps of Going the Distance. It was a completely adorably funny movie, but I was more in love with Drew Barrymore's wardrobe in it.

In most movies, we see normal/average/basic characters with middle income jobs wearing clothes that are obviously above their price points. Often their little black stilettos have those famous red bottoms. I mean, come on wardrobe stylist, be a little realistic.

This is why I loved Drew's character's outfits. Everything felt completely worn in and like she really felt comfortable in the clothes. The character of Erin was a struggling writer who, as even her sister liked to point out, started her life late. As Erin said, "I'm 31. I'm an intern. I'm going to get wasted." While she was interning in NYC at a newspaper, her look fit her surroundings. It wasn't stiff or too mature. Everything was just the right amount of casual.

She wore anything from boyfriend blazers, chunky jewelry, striped shirts galore, and slouchy pants to her ripped jeans and bow tie necklace. It was all on trend, but not overtly trendy. Erin is like a real girl you'd see in New York and her hometown of San Francisco.

I didn't feel like Erin was trying to be something she wasn't, which is what makes any movie character memorable and relatable.

Source: My copy of the movie

All Of The Lights

I completely love this cover of Interview with Princess Rih Rih on it. Mostly because there's colours and flowers featured on a cover during winter. Reminds us that not everything has to be dark and brittle during this time.

Source: ONTD

The Young & The Reckless

I know most people find Taylor Momsen's wardrobe entirely inappropriate for a 17-year-old. She has been dressing ages ahead of her self for about 3 years now and picked up a smoking habit along the way. Tay's not the pretty little girl we know as Little J on Gossip Girl anymore. But this is why I love Taylor Momsen. I believe she is truly being herself and experimenting with what she likes as every teenager should.

With her penchant for stripper boots, black eyeshadow, and garter belts, what makes Taylor any different than Cherie Currie of the Runaways, who was Momsen's age when she debuted with the Runaways in the 70's. Cherie was applauded for being a badass rebel while Taylor is criticized for it. It shouldn't come as a shock to the masses when Britney shed her schoolgirl image for something sexier around the same age Taylor went biker chick chic.

Fashion loves Taylor too. Madonna and her daughter handpicked her to front their Material Girl line and she's the face of a John Galliano perfume campaign.

Taylor also kicks major ass in her rock band The Pretty Reckless where her image entirely fits her swagger-filled voice. With her ridiculously long and ridiculously bleached blonde hair, she is the perfect front woman. I see Taylor Momsen sticking around and remaining a firecracker.

She is having fun. It's as simple as that.

Source: I've had these photos saved on my Mac, so I don't have exact sources anymore.

Sweetheart

I love all the neutral colors in this editorial Emma Watson did for Marie Claire.

Source: Marie Claire

Body Talk

A woman's body is often objectified in the media and in movies through the eyes of what men want to see. What happens when a woman flaunts her self and her best assets can end up being an empowering thing. Whether your best feature are you legs, stomach, lips, eyes, breasts, arms, but, back, feet, hips, or all of the above, there's an outfit and attitude to go along with them.

After all, models and celebs show off their bodies in women fashion magazines where men often don't dare to venture into. Angie Dickinson once said, "I dress for women and I undress for men." Nowadays, fashion is going in between this idea where what's in are crop tops and tight, minimal Hervé Léger bandeau dresses. You know girls aren't simply doing this to garner attention from men or women, they're doing it for themselves because they feel good doing it.

Feeling comfortable with one's self can be a long and hard road for many. Skinny girls/curvy girls and tall/short girls all have a little something something to work with. It's just not always sexy to bare it all because there's obvious tacky roads that can go down. Let me just say this though, sometimes obvious sexuality is good. But showing a piece here and there can be mysterious to those around you.

It's not just always skin one can flaunt. Kanye West may think obnoxious lip colors are just that...obnoxious, but it's in fashion to rock a shade of deep purple, black, and Barbie pink. It draws attention to the mouth, a part where people focus on when you talk face-to-face. It'll catch their attention (and I just happen to think black lipstick is awesome). So pout away, ladies.

Every woman should have a part of themselves they feel proud of. If you hate your arms, go for a pair of shorts. Maybe it's just one of those days where nothing fits, throw on a pair of sky-high leopard wedges and go for a strut down Main Street. When you don't feel 100% comfy showing major amounts of skin, find a sheer dress or top to go over slinky lingerie. And here's to those who love showing a lot, just go for it. Fashion is there to express yourself and show how you feel on the inside and push it to the outside.

Source: Photos are from my own collection and forgot where all are exactly from. Some are from Le Fashion, Go Backstage, ONTD, 5 Inch and Up, and random places.

Mad About You

I love January Jones. I love her as Betty Draper. I love that she wears Versace at public events all the time. I love the cage design of the back.

Source: ONTD