Happy almost spring everyone! Minnesotan weather is so bipolar, today was above freezing and the 7 foot snowbanks in the alley were melting away. Tomorrow? We're supposed to get snow!
Nice and warm for a mild winter day - but spring! No way! So I stripped off this deliciously oversized jacket, down to my jean jacket.
I was your token '90s child. I wore leggings and velvet turtle necks everyday. I cried the day that my 101 Dalmatians sweatshirt got acrylic paint on it in first grade. I still have my sunflower print dress and my button down with pastel sunglasses printed on it. I know my shit.
I just got these shorts last week. I'm not a huge fan of floral in dresses and blouses - it's just too flouncy and girly for me! But these shorts have edge and are a great statement piece. They underplay the other statement pieces in this look (diamond fishnets, blue wedges, cheetah print beret).
I've always been too shy to wear these tights alone. I find that fishnets are difficult pull off without looking trashy (which, Hell, I am, but I don't like to go around promoting it). However, I was feeling bold today and figured that a) I needed some black, and b) what's one more pattern thrown into the mix?
I've decided that I'm going to start running. That is my springtime resolution (yes, apparently I make seasonal resolutions now!). I will start by going to Target and buying myself some workout clothes with my next paycheck - this is the most exciting prospect of my entire resolution. Since I'm not one for physical activity, I will run a little bit at a time and hopefully gain some endurance and boost my energy and appetite. I look forward to getting all dressed up in my gear and looking like I actually know what I'm doing. If anyone runs, please give me tips! I don't want to look like the sort of amateur person who goes running just for the cute gear. Even if I am.
This photo shows my tough-girl-interior. I think it says, "I will kick yo ass, punk!"
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P.S. on running..make sure you start out slow and give youself a goal, don't worry about going fast just ran at the pace you need :) good luck and happy running
This is soooo cool, I love the print-mixing!! The hat and shorts are my favourite. I wish I still had some of the sweeet 90s clothes I had when I was little! A striped red dress that would have been like a peplum t-shirt on me now comes to mind... :(
I'm a total amateur run/jogger, just in it for the cute workout clothes too ;) I just go to the gym and use the treadmill, but I'm thinking of doing the outside thang when it's nice out again. Keep us posted on how it goes! Haha ;)
Everything looks good on you!
about running: don't eat 2 hours before you go running else you'll get nasty cramps ):
Thanks for your comment! I love your blog It's one of my favorites.
I run sometimes. I like to get out early in the morning and run a nice scenic trail. After you build endurance and stamina you can chase that "runner's high" feeling. It's really refreshing.
I really love all of the print mixing here. That hat is so cute and I love how you paired it with the shorts.
Oh my gosh, I can't imagine weather that cold in March! It was up to 85 yesterday here!
gorgeous as always
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I agree, the shorts do have a great edge to them. I love what you've teamed them with. The socks look so warm.
I love your style and blog! I love 90's inspired looks, so I'm all about this. And I'm from Minnesota too! Where abouts do you live?
This is such a perfect balance of feminine and edgy. Love those floral shorts.
Running is really such a rewarding exercise--Don't be alarmed if, during your run, you think to yourself "Jeezuz, why am I doing this again?!" After its all done, your muscles will thank you, you will feel great and probably amazed at whatever distance you managed! And about running gear--I find that if I look put-together and athletic, I FEEL better when I run, more so than when I wear my ratty t-shirt and old soccer shorts. So get an outfit that makes you feel pro, and post pictures here so we can see :P
I love your style, and you hair!!
I love how well you can pull off the mix-matchy look. I am not above being a total matchy-matchy freak, and it is nice to see someone who can really be bold with their patterns. Much love. <3
I love your shoes! and your shorts are soo cute :)
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