The sort of blog you'd expect from a meandering dandelion wishing day dreamer. Namely, bit of everything. I want to share my experiences and explorations in the world of fashion, beauty, thrifting, DIY, cooking, gardening, and "Ask Elisabeth" where you can ask for advice or exchange ideas. Everyone is welcome and tolerance and manners appreciated.
Explore and if you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask!
The mid-west. The Dust Bowl. The Great Depression. 1800's prairie dresses. The worn faces of the 1930's. The cautious explorations of the 1970's fashion in the mid-west. I was inspired by these images for a spring/summer lookbook and I set about creating my own version.
Over the past few years several designers (Rodarte, Ralph Lauren & Anna Sui to name a few) have been inspired to create collections based on similar themes; Ralph Lauren in particular came out with some heartrendingly lovely calico dresses. A few of those dresses ended up on the inspiration board I created.
I was very happy to find some of my favorite retailers had a similar idea & are currently well stocked with items perfectly designed to create your own prairie rose look. 90's babydoll dresses in gingham was something I was really interested in finding, and lo and behold! The internet provided me with several sites selling just such items!
Listed below are photos of outfits I've styled, as well as photos and links to similar items you can purchase for yourself.
Cream Ruffled Tank Top // J. Crew // Thrifted
Cream Broom Stick Skirt // Abercrombie & Fitch //
Wedges (not shown) // Ugg // T. J. Maxx
Black Suede Tunic with Fringe // Vintage // Thrifted
My outfit ideas to inspire you on ways to style your outfits for Spring & how to be stylish on a budget! Tweet me or send me a picture on instagram of your spring looks and I'll be sure to like and favorite!! :) Two ways to get inspired - scroll through this post for photos or click the video to see the clothes in action!
Outfit #1: Laid-back Casual & Comfy - Running Errands, Running after kids and dogs
I rang in the New Year. I don't remember New Year's Eve because of apathy, not alcohol. I'm sure it involved pajama pants.
I obsessively played Cher Lloyd's 'I Wish' Ft. T.I. music video for about a week straight. Something about the combo of visual awesomeness and catchy auto-tuning proved addictive.
I went on vacation and ended up being the recipient of everyone's stories of their heartaches.
I lost my heart (hypothetically speaking) to a wee stuffed lamb and a table & chair set. I didn't get either. I'm still upset.
I swam by myself under the stars. A confined mermaid.
I watched pitch perfect about seven times.
Work.
I am working on cleaning, redecorating and stream lining my space.
Starbucks is still really disappointing to me.
I am letting my hair grow out and my natural color come through.
Hot Coco with chocolate chip marshmallows and conversation with my friend.
Walks with my mom.
Words run through my veins.
Playing in the snow with my rescue pups.
Piles grow and diminish and grow.
Missing those I love.
Two lengthy phone calls with the guy who haunts my dreams.
I quit watching a really ugly Super Bowl in the fourth quarter to watch this season's last episode of Sherlock.
My go-to look: Oversized camo jacket, J. Crew pixi pants, Cole-Haan combat style boots and MAC smut eye shadow smudged around my eyes.
I was in Florida for ten days. I filmed my first vlog footage and have to edit it. It was cold for the most part.
I miss summer.
I am living for spring.
Favorites.
The Little Lady Agency | Hester Brown
Chocolate covered pretzel crisps.
Raspberry vinaigrette.
Swoozie (YouTuber)
Yankee Candle wax melter.
My Fashion, Beauty and Accessories Favorites:
to hear my thoughts on these bad boys click the video - I'm much less maudlin on camera :)
Here are some of my ideas for your inspiration on how to rock 'Game Day'.
Check out my video for a step-by-step makeup tutorial and outfit idea!
Keep it Simple.
Now is not the time to break out your most intensive beauty regimen. If you aren't one to wear a full face of makeup all day err' day - don't. Same goes for face paint. If you aren't out every Sunday in full team gear, check the jersey, foam finger and face paint at the door. You'll look like a poser if it's not your normal cheer gear.
I recommend:
Laid back and easy. Think off duty VS model and girl next door sexy. Restrain the glitter and drama; i.e. no pancake foundation, false lashes or hard to maintain lip.
Keep it fresh with a natural lip, a defined eye and healthy skin.
What I used:
Kat Von D Tattoo Concealer
& Rimmel Match Perfection Concealer (instead of heavy foundation)
Tarte Amazonian Clay Bronzer in Park Avenue Princess for a healthy glow.
Tarte Amazonian Clay Blush in Dollface for a shimmer free sweet & natural baby pink.
Sonia Kashuk Barely There Loose Powder to set my concealer.
Too Faced Shadow Insurance to make sure my eye shadows last from kick-off to the final seconds of the game.
MAC Satin Taupe across the lid.
Anastasia Beverly Hills Eye Shadow Duo in Power Lunch (Purple Color) outer 3rd of lid.
MAC Quarry through crease.
MAC Smut along lashes.
MAC Naked Lunch to highlight.
Benefit They're Real Mascara.
Tarte LipSurgence in Glitzy for a natural lip color that won't look wonky if it wears off while I'm eating wings and potato skins.
Revlon Lip Gloss in Peony 008.
Outfit.
There are quite a few ways to dress on Game Day. A jersey. Sweatpants.
I'm good with both of those for around the house but if I'm around co-workers I'd dress it up a little with a nice pair of dark jeans, casual shoes and a team-color coordinated sweater.
If I'm hanging out with my guy and his friends I'd KISS (keep it simple stupid) with some jeans, comfy shoes and a cute top that doesn't look too high maintenance/slutty.
What I wore:
Top | J. Crew | A little dull perhaps, but it's my style and team-color neutral. My teams fell out of the race to the super bowl a while back.
Jeans | Ezra Fitch Abercrombie & Fitch
Boots | Tony Llama
Coat | Valentino
Purse | Rebecca Minkoff Mini Mac
Now lastly, some of my tips, tricks and suggestions for the day.
No. 1: Game Etiquette. If you're not an football expert cheer, avoid awkwardness by cheering when everyone else does, make sure to not offend someone who's rooting for a different team and avoid being super opinionated about a play if you're not sure what's going on. If you know the game as well as the guys though, let your voice be heard girl!!
No. 2: Be respectful of who you're with! If you're the only Broncos fan in a group of Patriots, support of your team but don't be super obnoxious. Remember: they outnumber you!
No. 3: Super Bowl Sunday = lots of bad for you food and drinks. Have fun, pig out, but drink lots of water too!
No. 4: Food. It's awesome. If you're going to a party make sure to bring something. Doesn't have to be fancy, but don't show up empty handed if you can avoid it. If you're someone with special diet needs make sure to inform the host or bring your own snacks!
No. 5: Have Fun!!
I hope you all have a great day :) Good luck to your team!!!
