A Follower's Guide to Style

Skulls are the new flowers...

2013-04-15T11:00:00.000-07:00

Something I have noticed about Southern California is that when the weather report says one thing, the day could decide it feels completely different. Which makes it almost impossible to dress appropriately for the day. In the morning, it could be gloomy and cold and ugly and by 2pm, it is beautiful beach-weather that makes you just want to sit outside all day. But then, once you spend some time in the sun, it warms up super quick. You end up seeing random people dressed like they live in completely different climates all in the same place.

So what is a girl to wear? Layers. And you don’t look ridiculous doing it, because there is no one standard for how people should be dressing. In the dead of summer in Vegas, you expect to see a lot of skin walking around everywhere. In So. Cal., it’s not entirely uncommon to see some skin, some sweaters, some boots or even some scarves all on the same day - if not within 15 minutes of it all.

On a questionable day that turned out to be a gorgeous spring day, I was feeling very… floral. It is the start of spring, after all! But as I was going through my closet, I realized that I am so over floral. I think I just overplayed it throughout the winter (while I was wishing it was spring) that I had no floral left to bust out that was not boring. (Yes, floral CAN get boring…) So I decided that skulls would be a suitable substitute. (Why not?) I am currently obsessed with my new skull scarf that I really wish I could wear it every day. It inspires me to mix different colors and completely rock it with pieces that have been hiding in my closet. It is definitely a statement piece.

As for the rest of this outfit? I pulled out an oldie but goodie from last summer with these Sam Edelman sandals… I am just as much in love with them now as I was the day I bought them.

Hello, beauties ;)

And of course, we cannot forget the arm party that came along for the ride…

Boyfriend Chic

2013-04-11T11:00:00.000-07:00

Anyone who knows me knows that I am obsessed with boyfriend anything. Boyfriend jeans… boyfriend fit… boyish details… etc. So this morning, when I woke up not feeling 100%, I had a flash of genius when thinking about what I was going to wear. Even though there was nothing much of anything on the agenda for the day, besides actually getting out of bed, I had the BEST outfit in mind. I love it when a good plan comes together.

So, I woke up, took a shower and went shopping in my boyfriend’s closet. It was pure coincidence that I just happened to already have a tank top that was almost exactly the same color as the one in this shirt - I swear.

But let us talk about this skirt for a second and the fact that it’s circa 2006(ish?) from Old Navy, of all places. They just don’t make clothes like they used to. Such a sad story. This skirt has pretty much got me through just about anything I have thrown it’s way over the last 6 or 7 years. It is such a resilient and valued piece of my wardrobe. And the BEST item to get you through 110+ degree summers in Vegas.

So once we actually got out of the house and I fell even more in love with this outfit than I originally expected. I was a little sad that I did not have a busier day planned for it to see. Maybe I will have to bring it back around on repeat once or twice in the coming weeks - because these shoes are DEFinitely made for walking.

Dots on Dots

2013-04-08T11:00:00.000-07:00

Mixing prints can be a difficult hurtle to tackle. Now that this has been a trend for a minute (or two), I find myself getting a little bored with mixing the basics - like stripes and florals. So I figure, why not try something different? What about mixing the same kind of print and pulling it together with the colors? My goal was to go for a more advanced print mixture. I did get a few compliments throughout the day - so I figure that my work here is done! At least until the next time I try and venture into print-mixing…

Try to look past the blur...

I had my doubts - that is for sure. But I figure that since it all tied together with the same color scheme, it works. The open dot mixed with the filled dot is a nice complement to each other. Chambray is my basic in the middle and the little pendant necklace pulls all the colors together.

I got this necklace last summer from the Lily Pulitzer pop-up store in the Hamptons. Considering the recent, super sad news about her passing, I found it apropos to mention the adorable piece. The picture does not give it justice, but there is a wishbone attached to the heart, which just about makes it one of the sweetest pieces in my collection. Just adorable. It is actually more fitting than I initially thought seeing as how Lily was all about her prints. Well Lily, this one (or two…) is for you. ;)

Camera and denim on repeat

2013-04-01T11:00:00.000-07:00

Who knew that a denim jacket would come in so much handy in Orange County? In Vegas, it is usually either too cold or too hot for a good weight denim jacket. I have to say though; I am pretty excited that I get to give mine a good run for its money lately. I feel like a denim jacket kind of completes an easy-breezy outfit for a day of running around in gorgeous weather. That and a bright bag, of course.

Maybe I should work on keeping my purse closed more often! :/

It looks like this Marc by Marc Jacobs top and J. Crew jacket are on repeat with this outfit. Oops! I just cannot help myself when I wear this top to pair it with a jean jacket. I love to mix soft and hard and I feel like this top with this jacket does just that. The graphic is just so wannabe badass that it has to be paired with something a little more soft, like the more feminine denim jacket.

And of course, no outfit of mine would be complete without arm candy! I have recently come to terms with the fact that I feel naked without my usual slew of bracelets climbing up my arm. I think if I could wear them up to my elbow, I would. But that might hinder mobility somewhat. Maybe.

Funny story about this bag is that I actually own it in two colors. Guess I just could not live without this camera bag from J. Crew. And in almost every color available! Oy.

The Sun in So-Cal

2013-03-08T11:00:00.000-08:00

I wish that I could record and/or bottle the sounds of Orange County. I have never heard anything like it. It’s like something out of a fairy tale. In Cinderella, Disney tried to imitate it with all of the birds that were singing along with Cinderella when she started her morning duties. He did a pretty good job. There are not even that many trees directly outside my window, and I still wake up to the birds sounding like they are right outside, every morning. Even on a gloomy day like yesterday, I still wake up to birds chirping outside my window. It is no wonder why all the people are so nice in Orange County, what is there to be upset about when you wake up to beautiful weather and sunshine almost every day?

Except yesterday, of course. That was the exception to the rule. On a gloomy day in So-Cal., I decided that I should wear something colorful to make up for the lacking of sunshine outside. Maybe that could be my sunshine for the day!

One thing about Southern California that I can complain about? Most of the time, it is too hot or comfortable to wear all my scarves. Those big, fluffy, super fun ones? Ya, say hello to the darkness of the box, my friends. Such a sad story. May you all rest in peace.

Gotta have my chochkies!

2013-03-06T12:08:00.000-08:00

I don’t know about you, but when it comes to my daily necessities, I think that chochkies are a must. I just feel naked without them. Except on days when it’s super cold and it just plain does not make sense to wear loads of bracelets because you are wearing 5 super-long sleeve layers and they all go past the midpoint of your hand. It’s at that point, and only that point, that I think it is acceptable to sacrifice style for comfort. Who says you can’t have both?

Since the weather has been completely ridiculously frigid, I seem to have momentarily abandoned my style obsession. Or maybe it was sacrificed for big, comfy, warm hoodies. Well it starts now, folks! I am ready for new adventures (in style and otherwise) and I am ready to shield the world from my often grossly oversized hoodies and introduce my more stylish cold weather gear. Or at least, I will do my best to, any ways.

So, what do I mean by other adventures? Adventures in a new location, that is! Hello, Orange County! Here we come! We have decided to take the puppy and head to So-Cal for new opportunities in my field of work. You should be expecting lots of new scenery in my future blog posts, for the record.

Now, what was I talking about…? Oh yes, chochkies. Ugh, I am obsessed. See for yourself below some of the appearances that chochkies have made recently on my instagram (@shaynawithlove). My apologies if you have already seen these because you follow my instagram - have fun looking again! ;)

I told you I was obsessed... ;)

Layer it on

2013-01-27T13:19:00.000-08:00

I think that beds all over the world are in cahoots with the weather. When the weather gets so cold like this, who wants to get out of bed in the morning? - let along get dressed! - let along even THINK about finding something to wear. You end up sleeping in forever, because the sun never really seems to shine through your window anymore. Even though your sunnies are a must because it is so bright once you actually get outside. Maybe the sun is in on it too. Yup. The sun is definitely in on it too.

It's because of this abominable weather that all I can think about when getting dressed is, “how many layers am I going to be able to put on without feeling like a stuffed potato?” So I just keep layering, and layering, and layering. Rather than my scarves serving no other purpose than just looking pretty, they are now being put to real use - to keep me warm! But the night that this outfit made it’s debut, we were going out with friends. So I really was trying to be able to take off a layer and still be comfortable, not to mention warm. Because really, when you are out and about, the temp starts climbing real quick. Especially when there are delicious little toddies being thrown about! ;)

If this isn't mixing textures, I don't know what is...

The best part about this outfit was the peak-a-boo bangles. With it being so freezing, it is not really practical for these beauties to be front and center on top of my sweater, so I let them fall under. And if they made an appearance, well hey - then they made an appearance. It really was just an outfit that I was able to piece together - no pun intended… okay, maybe it was...

LOVE! <3

The Bold and the Beautiful

2013-01-13T18:36:00.000-08:00

Once again, I feel like I am defying the laws of the season - who needs ‘em, anyways. This year, I say anything goes. I mean, technically, the world was supposed to have ended by now, right? ;)

I love, love, love mixing a good gingham or check print with floral. For some reason, I almost feel incomplete if I wear a check print without putting some kind of floral print on it. And then when you throw in a bright colored pant, it just is the icing on the cake. Even when it is something crazy like 30 degrees outside. Oy.

Yikes!

The only problem with this obsession, is that it gets old - real quick. The challenge is being able to mix it up a little bit. I'll keep you posted on how that goes...

In this case, I just threw on a black sweater for functionality, without completely ruining my bright look. And the silver shoes toned it down a little too. So maybe there is something to say about wearing bright colors in the winter. I think as long as it is weather appropriate, then it's fine. Thus, the scarf and sweater. :)

Currently obsessed with these beauties.

Sequins and Chains

2013-01-01T11:00:00.000-08:00

Looking back, my 2012 was amazing. Full of hard learned lessons that were completely worthwhile, and tons of great memories to go along with them. Usually, I do something extravagant on New Year’s Eve - whether it be a party, or traveling, or whatever. But this year, I decided it was a holiday better spent with those who mean the most to me. A day of shopping was the theme, then taco night, followed by fireworks with sparkling cider and the freezing cold. What more could a girl ask for?

Talk about "blinded by the light!"

A shot of the view before the fireworks started...

So the question lingers: what in the world is a girl to wear on New Year’s Eve while shopping? Sequins and chains of course!

I feel like just a hint of sequins makes it completely appropriate to catch some sun, rather than staying exclusive to night events. I grabbed this wannabe Chanel cross-body purse years ago at Express, thinking I would probably never use it, but it has come in handy in so many more ways than I ever expected! It is the best shopping bag because it does not hold much more than the necessities so it stays light and comfortable on my shoulder. And, of course, the touch of badass it adds to any outfit just makes it perfect. But you cannot forget about that finishing touch of just a smidge of animal print to complete the look! Okay, so what - I already broke my New Year’s resolution. Whatever. It was chilly outside! ;)

Welcome, 2013! Hope it's a great one!

I Heart the Holidays

2012-12-30T17:56:00.000-08:00

Every year on Christmas, my sister and I wake up super early - I am talking 5 or 6am early - and wake up my parents so that we can open our presents. To most, this seems like a pretty outrageous tradition. And I will be honest, the older I am getting, the more I am treasuring my sleep - meaning that we may have to start revising this holiday tradition. But nonetheless, every year, we are allowed to open one gift on Christmas Eve - which is usually pj’s - we wear those to bed that night so that we are up and ready come Christmas morning. Then we open presents, go back to sleep, then wake up and get ready for dinner - which is usually around 1 or 2pm (some “dinner”).

So this year, when I went home to change, I wanted to make sure I was wearing something a little bit nicer, rather than just a tee shirt and jeans. Insert: heart sweater, which seemed very apropos - seeing as how I really do “Heart the Holidays!” To which of course, my sister had some very nice feedback… “You look like a little girl…” Well, duh! Don’t we all want to dress ourselves as homage to our former, much younger, selves? I think most women deserve that at least once every now and then. ;)

And if you follow my instagram (@shaynawithlove), then you know how we go about grabbing our Christmas tree every year, too! After a couple hours of tree hunting in the freezing cold, we end up a little giggly and delirious. Do you blame us…?

What crazy traditions does your family have for the holidays? J

New Year's Resolution: Wear Fewer Scarfs

2012-12-21T22:16:00.000-08:00

I can only imagine how my readers, and really society in general, feel about seeing me day after day in scarf after scarf. After looking through my last few posts, they are all completed with a scarf. Oy. Alright already, even I am sick of it. But I still think they finish off any and EVERY outfit… Don’t judge.

Too bad the trash can photo-bombed this one.

And one more for good measure...

Or not... ;)

Time to get fancy with the French chambray!

2012-12-18T21:59:00.000-08:00

I have recently realized that I am obsessed with chambray shirts, i.e. mostly lightweight denim. (Who decided to call it chambray…?) It is the easiest to pair with anything - especially other denim, even though that is considered a fashion faux pas. But if you read my blog regularly, you know how I feel about fashion faux pas…

Enter: out of state family gathering. So I have already come to terms with the fact that I put WAY too much thought into what I am wearing on a daily basis, but it works for me - so whatever. After driving all day to get to Long Beach, I figured an easy outfit that can be thrown together would work the best for a surprise graduation party (Congrats, cuz!!) And what have we learned completes any outfit, according to me? Well a scarf, of course!! :)

And we cannot forget the addition of my newest, most favorite boots! I really need to stop wearing them so much though, so that they do not get too worn out too quickly. Super sad story that I need to talk myself into NOT wearing something that I love so much. Womp womp.

"You don't wear it, you live it."

2012-12-14T17:30:00.000-08:00

I am not one to go on rants about magazines or advertisements all too often. Usually, I try to take the “high road” from all the dramatic nuances. BUT, I was flipping through the pages of the December Allure and came across an advertisement for Philosophy perfume that was named, Grace. This ad was the deepest ad I have ever seen in my entire life. See for yourself below…

Not to mention the fact that this sounds like
something Audrey Hepburn would have said...

But it really got me to thinking and kind of stuck with me. Obviously, they are trying to create a persona that people can become by using this perfume. But it could go either way. That person could be thinking, “so what, am I less of a person if I do not wear this perfume…?” I am sure that is not what Philosophy was trying to do, but they definitely achieved their goal of making a statement.

A frozen moment in time...

2012-12-12T15:20:00.000-08:00

Baubles for today and everyday…? A must, of course! I really started to get into this trend during the summer this year, and it just sort of stuck. Now I am trying to figure out how to keep it working into the fall months - logistically speaking, of course. Enter: the bracelet length sleeve. Even if your sleeve is indeed a full sleeve, it is super easy to just hike it up a little with a slight roll or tug at the elbow. This is much easier if we are talking about a sturdier top, like my denim jacket in the picture above, but is still more than do-able with a more wishy-washy fabric. For me, I have struggled with finding long sleeves that are actually long enough to cover my monkey arms completely by grazing the mid-point of my thumb muscle - so this whole “bracelet length” sleeve is really rather ideal for me. Although it may also be an excuse to wear a ton of long sleeve shirts who’s sleeves are really just too short. Once again, we ponder the age-old questions: who thought of this trend in the first place…?

Here a hen, there a hen, everywhere a hen hen...

2012-12-06T18:52:00.000-08:00

Everyone needs an animal printed scarf in their lives, I feel like. This is not something that I have seen in fashion magazines or on the runways or anything, I just feel like it is one of those things that is just a staple in every wardrobe. Whenever I see people out and about in scarves, they are always worn for a reason, like to keep warm - and they usually have a certain utilitarian vibe to them. I guess that is fine if it is below zero or something outside, but let’s be honest right now, it’s almost Christmas and it is still 70 degrees outside. So when I see a super fun scarf that is really just made to add a little something-something to an outfit, I am all in. Now we all know how I feel about scarves and how they complete a look and all, and a good print does nothing less - especially when the print consists of hens! I am consistently hearing people say, “Oh, look! There are chickens on that scarf!” First of all, they are hens people - get it right; and second of all, I know, right! SO cute! :)

P.S. I just realized this ENTIRE outfit is J.Crew... go figure.

Public Display of Affection

2012-12-01T12:20:00.000-08:00

I read an e-card once making light of the rituals you go through in your head when you're single. It was hilarious because one minute, you love being able to have an endless marathon of all your favorite chick flicks; the other minute, you're crying at the end of those movies because you're sad that you don't have someone in your life to share the experiences in the movies that you have now become jealous of. So what happens when you have what they portray in those amazing chick flicks...? You cry even harder because you've found what you've been inadvertently looking for all those years of dating. Okay, maybe not inadvertently looking for... But looking for nonetheless. Then all you have left to complain about is that you are no longer able to watch those chick flicks because you're so busy spending time with the boy who makes you feel like you're in a chick flick every day. Sad story. Or not. So what happens when he goes out of town for a day or two..? A much-needed marathon of those chick flicks that are now so near and dear to your heart while never leaving bed or your jammies. That's true love right there. :)

It's all in the details...

2012-11-28T17:23:00.001-08:00

I am completely obsessed with this scarf - I got it years ago at a store based out of Finland (I think?). What I love about it is that it completely looks like a bandana, but is not. When you look closer, the print is actually made out of little flowers and leaves. I get compliments on it all of the time, and when I do, I wonder if they’re complimenting it because they noticed the flowers or if they just plain like the look of it. I feel like bandanas have a way of looking a little bit grungy or rebellious, so I absolutely love the contradiction with this piece. I think if I could wear it with everything I own, I would. J

And did you notice the new boots? These little booties are my newest obsession. I LOVE them with a skinny jean rolled up to show off the boot. I figured I would throw in a little pattern play with a peek-a-boo sock. I am not quite sure what the recent fashion obsession has been with polka dots, but I can’t say that I am complaining.

You have to wear an animal if you're about to eat one...

2012-11-22T13:03:00.002-08:00

Duh... ;)

How do you really know what to wear to Thanksgiving dinner? Usually, you're going to see family that maybe you have not seen in a while, or even meeting new family members in the form of in-laws. The plan is to make a good impression while still being comfortable enough so that you can eat 'til you drop. But even then, is it polite to eat yourself to oblivion the first time you meet someone? Is that really appropriate? Because then that person just thinks you are little Miss Piggy... either that or that you have an eating disorder because they can't figure out where you put all the food that you just ate. (I think I would rather the latter thought, but that's just me - call me crazy for wanting to be compared to a skinny girl rather than Miss Piggy, as fabulous as she may be...)

I think that the outfit should be nice enough so you look put-together, but not so nice so that it looks like you are trying too hard. I mean, the point is to look like you did not put too much thought into it. Even if you did stand in your closet for hours the morning of, trying on and having a fashion show for almost every combination in your closet... who does that? Pssht. ;)

Happy Thanksgiving!! xo.

Faux pas, Shmaux pas

2012-11-18T21:58:00.003-08:00

Candid Camera is the name of today's game ;)

When I originally purchased these pants at the beginning of the “fall,” I thought to myself, “Okay, I should be able to get at least a couple more wears out of these before it gets too cold to pull them off…” Who would have known that come mid-November, I would still be able to pull these off with the weather. Usually, prints like this belong exclusively in the spring/summer months. But this year, the fashion industry as a whole has single handedly been able to manipulate those general cure-all fashion faux pas that are still alive and kicking. For example, white pants after Labor Day - no longer an issue; bright colors in the dead of fall/winter - who says you have to wear dark colors when it’s cold outside. So actually, I think these super loud printed pants belong in fall more than spring/summer. In your face, season-specific stylists.

P.S. - what do you think about the gnome in the background of the first picture? Nice touch in my parent's backyard, huh...

I'm looking for a pocket pun.

2012-11-12T21:22:00.000-08:00

Do you ever forget about things that are hiding in plain sight in your closet? Or maybe just get stuck in one rotation of the same styles that you lose sight of all the other adorable options staring back at you? Hmm... maybe it's just me. But this skirt was really one of those items for me today. I actually own it in two colors, and have not had the chance to wear the black version yet... until today, of course. ;)

I love, love, LOVE it for the pockets! I mean, how many skirts do YOU own with pockets? Basically, it's just a super easy style that looks cute regardless of what you pair with it. I need to remember to keep this winner on more of a regular rotation. Old habits do die hard though...

What month is it again...?

2012-11-08T10:09:00.000-08:00

Sister, sister

I think that I have the most fun dressing when the weather is transitional. You know, that perfect day that is 75 degrees in the sun and cools down just enough for a light sweater at night. During these days, you can wear just about any season's clothing and completely get away with it. For example, shorts with boots - as my sister has done with her effortless-looking outfit above on the left. My version of this is a tank or exposed shoulder with boots. Although, I am still deciding how I feel about these boots in particular. They look super cute, I think, but my foot slides in them when I walk. I feel like I have to get those gripper socks to wear with them so I don't walk funny when I wear them. Maybe that means they don't fit right...? Who knows. Beauty is pain.

Looking at my sister and I side by side, it strikes me how different our styles are. It makes me think about the definition of style to begin with. Who really knows what it is? Obviously, style is relative. Otherwise there would be no such thing as an ugly outfit. Even though her outfit is much more unique and, dare I say - hipster, I think I prefer my more conservative look. Not only is it much easier to pull off, but it is just easier in general. I guess someone has to toot my horn, right? ;)

For the love of boyfriends

2012-10-23T21:50:00.000-07:00

It's amazing how windy it has been!

These jeans have got to be my new FAVorite piece of clothing in my closet. I feel like boyfriend jeans are the easiest to wear, and have a tendency to even be a little bit slimming during the process! On this particular day, I was on my way to watch some football - GO STEELERS! - and these were so comfortable to just sit on the couch and pig out on football food - i.e. chips and dip and beer. ;)

OK - fine. I confess, I hate beer. But I really wish I liked it so that I could totally be that super cool chick who sits and watches football while drinking an ice cold beer. I am not, and never will be that girl. Dang.

He Loves Me, He Loves Me Not

2012-10-18T20:21:00.000-07:00

I don’t know what it is, but I have the biggest obsession with Marc Jacobs right now. I don’t know if it is because I really want to love the brand, or it is because I actually love the brand. Some of the jewelry from their cheaper line, Marc by Marc Jacobs is a little more out there and obscure, and some of it is just the right amount of obscure to be absolutely adorable. For instance, this watch I found in an issue of Accessory, WWD…

Completely ADORable

Or there are the more recent ads I found in the November issue of Vogue for their Fall line. I really want to love it, but I can’t decide if it’s just a little too obscure. The scarf they’re featuring below on the girl on the left, I’m in LOVE with - but would have no idea how to make it function in the real world. I mean, I will be the first to say that an outfit is not complete until you add a scarf, but this one, I would be nervous about it falling off all the time when wearing it.

Did I mention their makeup freaks me out a little?

Maybe I just need to stick with Marc Jacob’s jewelry for the most part. Unless, of course, I get these beauties from my X-Mas list… J

Note they're drawn and doodled on! OBSESSed.

Printed Pant Predicaments

2012-10-13T21:00:00.000-07:00

Recently, I have really been trying to step out of the box when it comes to what I wear. I have been having fun with prints and colors that I would have never before been drawn to. I put a lot of effort into looking like I just threw two opposites together and totally pulled it off to look adorable. Sometimes it works, and sometime I spend an hour (or two) standing in the closet and playing dress up in front of the mirror and the boyfriend, who, of course, tells me that I need to "calm down with the stuff that I've been wearing," which usually leads to me storming out of the room in a huff just to put on the next option to get his opinion. Wanting to know what he thinks is a must, but from a fashion standpoint, it's rather annoying. What else is new.

But, I keep trying to mix up my wardrobing decisions, regardless of the minor stress it causes me. I figure it's a necessary evil. There are some prints that I have been able to successfully mix and match, while some are easier to pair together than others. I feel like polka dots and stripes are pretty easy, and the basic cheetah print is pretty easy with a textile pant or something. A printed pant is something I have a hard time with, though. I have been eyeing these cheetah print chinos from J.Crew for the longest time. My obsession started when I saw them do a full outfit print with the pants in their catalog, and it only gained momentum when I started seeing all my favorite bloggers wearing these pants and completely rocking them. Then they went on sale, and I just HAD to finally commit. Then, of course, they were sold out of my size, and then one day they weren't! Now that they are finally sitting in my closet, I have NO idea what to wear them with. Of course this would be just my luck that I ogle something for ages and become completely infatuated in it, and then when I finally get my hands on it, I feel lost. I am not completely sure that allowing my clothes to let me feel lost about them is something I should be doing, but it is what it is. Oy.

But they are just SO cute!!

Here’s my first go at putting them into an outfit. I think I pulled it off pretty well, if I might say so my self. That night we went down onto the strip and shopped through the Forum Shops. I got tons of compliments from Sales people throughout the mall, but who knows how much sincerity I can count on in their compliments. How about you just see for yourself…

Girl Power

2012-10-11T12:05:00.000-07:00

LOVE.

What better way to be an uber stylish wannabe, than to read an uber stylish memoir?

Just kidding... Not really. :) White Girl Problems is probably the funniest book I have

read in a while and it is such a quick read that it just makes you want to keep reading.

And when you've finished reading, you just want nothing more than to love her, hate

her, and oh, who are we kidding, just plain be her. It just really made me want

to be snobby for the hell of it and expand my love of fashion into more complex and

exclusive designers. Which, of course, is no where near within my budget... Nor do I

have any business being snobby for the hell of it. Having people think you're a bitch

because you're snobby is no way to go through life - even though I have my moments.

Don't judge me.

There was one other topic that this book seriously changed my perspective on - but you'd have to read the book to know the rather explicit topic. ;) I think I

died a little the day I read this chapter just because I was laughing SO hard. Just read it

and you'll know exactly what I'm talking about. I died. Check out chapter 5 and get back

to me.