Rock & Roll Queen

 Here's a short outfit post showcasing how I tend to dress in my daily life. Today, I was running errands like crazy! Though daily activities may seem daunting and mundane, just by adding a little animal print, you're ready to take on the day. This song is on one of my driving playlists, which also gets me going ;).

"You are the sun,
You are the only one,
My heart is blue,
My heart is blue for you"

(I'm rocking a mens Hanes tank, Forever 21 pencil skirt, Express studded belt, mens H&M leather cuff, and Minnetonka moccasin booties)

Be myyyyy,

be myyyyy,

BE MY LITTLE ROCK & ROLL QUEEN

(Love this song by The Subways...SO fun! I especially heart it when he lets out that rock and roll screammmmmm)

“We are the music makers, and we are the dreamers of dreams”

(Georgetown, DC)

 Sometimes a piece you buy can serve other purposes than originally intended. For example, this blue one piece jumper I bought last year in Soho is awesome for its royal blue color and ease. However, sometimes I feel like Violet Beauregarde from Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory in it. So, I've decided to lower the strapless top to my waistline, hence creating a perfectly baggy harem pant. Though it works either way, I love this inexpensive item even more now that it's more versatile!

 (I'm rocking Dior sunglasses, Banana Republic necklace, mens Hanes tank, blue one-piece jumper purchased in Soho last year for about $25, Zara shoes)

“A little nonsense now and then, is cherished by the wisest men.”

Who Rocked It Better?!?!?

VS.

Olga Turka vs. Peggy Bundy from Married With Children

(I'm rocking a Banana Republic necklace, H&M top, American Apparel leggings, Simply Vera Wang nude pumps, Michael Kors Astor bag)

**Peg Bundy will always be a style icon of mine since we both have an infatuation with big red hair, tight leggings, high heels and animal prints ;) **

The Kills @ TLA, Philly 4/27

This Wednesday, I had an awesome day adventure in Philadelphia before The Kills show at the Theater of the Living Arts (one of my favorite intimate venues back in the day). The weather was insanely warm and the rain held off so I could wander the streets and shops aimlessly. South Street has some sick vintage, friendly stylish people and quirky boutiques that kept me entertained all day. Here's my day in pictures:

1. Ben Franklin Bridge

2 & 3. I'm rocking Dior sunglasses, a $5 tank from H&M, a $10 sale skirt from H&M, a $10 belt from Marshall's ages ago, beat to shit Michael Kors biker boots, and Michael Kors Astor satchel bag (I own practically the entire Astor collection...love my "daddy," Michael Kors!)

4. Entrance to South Street

5. Lovely skeleton...I have an obsession with skeletons long before it was cool. I remember when I used to wear skeleton print sneakers and people thought I was nuts.

6 & 7. Mosaic art...I OBSESS over mosaic tile and it's absolutely a motif I will incorporate in my home one day.

8. Dior sunglasses & Wilma Flinestone hair

9. Theater of the Living Arts

10. "South Philly Cheesesteak" from Ishkabibble's. INCREDIBLE! Friendliest staff ever, too...located right across from theater.

11. Bathroom grafitti that was an ode to Rihanna, thanking her for making S&M mainstream. Too funny.

12. My jewels...(from left to right) Forever 21 ring, Old Navy leather stud bracelet, personalized leather bracelet from Disney, faux snakeskin H&M bracelet, Marc Jacobs protection bracelet

13 - 15. The Kills: Jamie Hince & Alison Mosshart

The Kills put on a great show with Alison's intoxicating voice belting out passionate lyrics about scorned love. She was awesomely jerking about the stage and staring off rather insanely, as if she became "crazy" because of her jarring experiences with former lovers. Jamie Hince (Kate Moss' man) really supported her with furious guitar playing and backup vocals. This duo obviously has a natural connection with each other and has no trouble switching between instruments without hesitation, hence creating a great vibe that kept the crowd clapping and dancing along. Check out their new album, Blood Pressures. Here's the video for their song that got me into them, Satellite. 

Crush it!

Few things I've been into this week...

1. Big retro "bangs" and high ponytail...not sure if it's retro or Wilma Flinestone? Having fun with it, nonetheless.

2. OPI Black Shatter from the Katy Perry collection...sold out for weeks, I was swindled at Ricky's NYC for $14 for this nailpolish (it sold out the next day)...but, you can find it on amazon.com for about $8. Makes a great topcoat and is extremely fun to layer. I layered mine over a white nailpolish and put a clear glitter over the shatter.

3. Vintage bib/statement necklaces...LOVE these unique pieces that instantly transform a tired, old t-shirt into something far more interesting.

Currently headed to Philadelphia for The Kills and Cold Cave show at the TLA...cue that Bruce Springsteen song, the Rocky steps and the Liberty Bell...oh, and amazing cheesesteak!

Ugly Black Betty

(I'm rocking an ancient hand knit sweater from Express (back when they used to make great quality shit), sheer black top from The Limited, black sequin bra from H&M, Diesel black twill pants, and HUGE wedges from Forever 21, prescription Derek Cardigan glasses)

I LOVE Ram Jam's "Black Betty"...it immediately makes me think of that super badass scene in the movie Blow where Johnny Depp is walking down that airport hallway ...and anything that makes me think of Johnny Depp is cool with me.

(video courtesy of YouTube)

Rain, Rain Go Away

"I was up above it...Now I'm down in it"

(I'm rocking a Michael Kors leather jacket, Express cropped sweater, BCBG harem pants, Burberry rain boots, and a Swatch watch)

"Rain, rain go away. 

Come again some other day."