The Wardrobe Not Taken

Welcome back... (kinda)...

noreply@blogger.com (Laura) — Sun, 05 Aug 2012 00:25:00 +0000

Miss me? I've missed the blogosphere a little bit... So I am now blogging over at lowcal.weebly.com check it out if you're so inclined.

Goodbye blogosphere.

noreply@blogger.com (Laura) — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 16:06:00 +0000

Dear wardrobenottaken,
Thanks for capturing just a little piece of my life for that past year. I started this blog in hopes of becoming some sort of celebrity, and I finish it leaving behind a few memories and a little bit of myself. I hope you (readers) have enjoyed the ride and my quips while they've lasted. I've enjoyed the ride, but it's time to put thewardrobenottaken to bed.

Bon Voyage!
Laura

Streets are on fire...

noreply@blogger.com (Laura) — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 14:55:00 +0000

So. I am lacking relevant, meaty, or otherwise interesting posts right now. I apologize. I had a quite terrible weekend. Two car breakdowns, on a road trip no less, a party filled with twenty crazy children? wild banchees? all under the age of seven. I'm just glad to be home. All this translates into a lack of outfit posts. Whoops. At least I scored this smiley face head wear. YIPEE!

Call it What You Want.

noreply@blogger.com (Laura) — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 00:35:00 +0000

Hey hey hey readers. I apologize for neglecting you. I've been working non-stop for the past month as a camp counselor. Between the crazy hours, CRAY-CRAY temperatures (105 degrees and no A/C... PHEW), I've had no time or motivation to blog. However, since I am now back in touch with civilization, I give you my latest blog post. Huzzah. That was it. Hold your applause. I promise something more creative and inspiring soon. In the mean time, in honor of "Midweek Music" I suggest you check out Foster the People if you haven't already. "Call it What You Want" is stuck in my head, but I'm not complaining. That tune is music to my ears.
Toodles,
Laura

Me and you, you and me, let's go back to 1983.

noreply@blogger.com (Laura) — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 18:01:00 +0000

Hey, hey, hey. I made a trip to the grocery store with my mom today. I even managed to find Pocky (Poe-key; a Japanese treat that tastes pretty much like chocolate covered pretzels... that aren't salty) and Ramune (Rah-moon-nay; a Japanese soda... tastes sort of like a fruity cousin of Sprite mixed with a splash of Sangria). Basically, I was a happy camper. I love trying out all the things in the International aisle. It's kind of like an adventure sans annoying TSA rules, baggage claims, and scenic views (unfortunately).
Speaking of adventures, I rediscovered this Hard Rock hat today. I forgot that I bought it for my dad as a souvenir from my People to People trip to Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji, a few years back. I think I will be "borrowing" this hat for a while.

xoxo,
Laura

(Hard Rock Cafe, Sydney, Australia hat, Insight t-shirt, GAP black tank, GAP shorts, DIY black bow headband)

Doo Wops and Hooligans...

noreply@blogger.com (Laura) — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 10:44:00 +0000

(via: girlyme, forwardandaway, ridic.tumblr.com, themetapicture)

Show me what you got baby.

noreply@blogger.com (Laura) — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 22:40:00 +0000

(GAP Free Bird Hoodie, GAP sweater, Juliet and Company necklace, Madewell jeans, Vintage Salvatore Ferragamo riding boots)

I'm not a sweatshirt girl at all. I can't stress that enough. However, (my) rules are meant to be broken, for two reasons. One, I love this sweatshirt. It's cute, comfy, and a lovely shade of blue. Second of all, it's FREEZING here, and under sixty degrees. Not only is that unacceptable for the summa time, but it's just plain cold. Sweatshirt time!
xoxo,
Laura

To everything there is a season...

noreply@blogger.com (Laura) — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 01:27:00 +0000

(WalMart floral department flower, American Eagle tunic, Juliet & Company crochet necklace, woven bracelet from the Bahamas, Dillon Rogers leather stamp bracelet, Low Luv X Erin Wasson thunderbird cuff, Vintage ring, Chan Luu wrap bracelet, Swiss Army watch)

So, I've finally jumped on the Chan Luu train. I received this leather, coral, and rose gold bracelet as a birthday present. I have to admit that I was not a fan of Chan Luu products until I got this bracelet a couple of days ago. I won't buy something just because everyone else seems to have it. In fact I tend to dislike things if everyone is buying them, even if they are cute! I am happy with my new wrap bracelet though. It goes with everything. You can catch a few of the other members of my (pretty sizable) bracelet collection in these photos. I almost picked up another bracelet at the mall today, but I'm trying to save bookoo bucks for grad school, so....
xoxo,
Laura

The Kids Don't Stand a Chance...

noreply@blogger.com (Laura) — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 19:27:00 +0000

I don't know how I called myself a Vampire Weekend fan without having heard "The Kids Don't Stand a Chance". There is even a sweet remix featuring Miike Snow. How can you go wrong with a Miike Snow and Vampire Weekend collaboration? Exactly. You can't.

In other news, it's my BIRFDAY (birthday if you desire the word to be spelled correctly...I can't decide which one to use. Maybe it's the English major in me?) So far so good as far as the birthday celebration goes. Hopefully I'm another year wiser along with the obligatory year older!
Here is a collage I made, a sort of birthday present to myself if you will. I'm planning to put it on my dorm room wall, but for now I need to find a place for it in my room.
xoxo,
Laura

Wanna Be Loved...

noreply@blogger.com (Laura) — Sun, 19 Jun 2011 22:26:00 +0000

(Juliet and Company necklace, Madewell t-shirt, Alternative Apparel cardigan)

Happy Father's Day!

Walking On A Dream...

noreply@blogger.com (Laura) — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 21:03:00 +0000

(Bass sandals)

Hello readers!
I realize it's been a while since I've done a legitimate blog post. Here is a photo diary of sorts from the past few weeks of my summer vacation. I've been doing a lot of coloring in my Indie Rock Coloring Book. I love that thing (and coloring, which is so cathartic). The first picture is inspired by the singer Joseph Arthur. The second picture is a view from my bedroom window. I'm fortunate to have a lot of natural light. The bracelet in the third photograph is from my jaunt to the Bahamas, my tan feet can be seen in Bass sandals in photo number five. Picture number four features some enchiladas I made. YUM!

Typically, I don't watch the MTV Movie awards, why bother, the award will just go to Robert Pattison (or R. Patz... affectionately). Said affection does not come from me. BAH. Anyhoo, I watched a very awkward clip of the award ceremony yesterday, for "Best Male Performance" (Mila Kunis and Justin Timberlake sure know how to keep things strange). Also, the opening sequence for "Best Male Performance" was even more awkward. I suppose MTV stopped pretending that young impressionable children, or people who value high standards ceased watching long ago (cough JERSREY SHORE cough). But I digress, there is a point to my MTV related rant. During the list of nominees for "Best Male Performance", I discovered a cool Australian Band, Empire of the Sun. If you like MGMT or think trippy psychedelic synth pop sounds like your cup of tea (or coffee... if you must), check them out. Look no further than below this rant.

Toodles,
Laura

And that's the standard procedure from Miami 2 Ibiza.

noreply@blogger.com (Laura) — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 14:45:00 +0000

New Acquistions.

(Juliet and Company, Low Luv x Erin Wasson)

Glitter all over the room. Pink flamingos in the pool.

noreply@blogger.com (Laura) — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 23:08:00 +0000

Um. Could this new lookbook from sugarhigh + lovestoned be any more perfect? I don't think so.

Crazy.Sexy.Cool.

noreply@blogger.com (Laura) — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 23:06:00 +0000

Crazy.Sexy.Cool. by lowcal

Madewell linen top
$30 - madewell.com

Boyfriend fit jeans
£15 - uniqlo.com

Tote handbag
$8 - needsupply.com

Metal jewelry
$14 - needsupply.com

Marc by marc jacobs jewelry
$38 - piperlime.gap.com

BLACK EYEWEAR retro shades
$210 - farfetch.com

NeedSupply.com / In God We Trust / Crazy Sexy Cool
$40 - needsupply.com

My bank account is glad I don't live anywhere near the Needsupply store.

Rocket (Wo)Man...

noreply@blogger.com (Laura) — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 13:03:00 +0000

A far out, lunar inspired collaboration between Jeremy Laing and Scott Treleaven for their Fall Collection. Consider me a fan!

Check. Check. Check it out!

noreply@blogger.com (Laura) — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 12:47:00 +0000

Who knew CNN and streetstyle would mix so well? I didn't.

Baby pandas are hilarious. So are otters.

I love Marais.

Every Teardrop is A Waterfall is a neat addition to Coldplay's repertoire. I approve.

Another song I approve of? "The Look" by Metronomy.

This guy's cartoons never get old and are a breath of fresh air.

Shop Ban.do. Do it(but only if you like headbands as much as me).

Self explanatory. I really wish that show hadn't been canceled. BOO!

Hopefully your Onion horoscope isn't as bad as mine.

Freaky Styley

noreply@blogger.com (Laura) — Sat, 04 Jun 2011 13:00:00 +0000

A little Saturday morning inspiration via: The Sartorialist

Eat it.

noreply@blogger.com (Laura) — Sat, 04 Jun 2011 00:30:00 +0000

Hello readers. Hola appetites. I don't have an outfit photo for you today, but I do have a photo of something I whipped up in the kitchen... a fruit tart! You can find the recipe here. I was pretty sad to cut into the tart and ruin it, so I made my padre do the honors. Taste testing verdict? DELICIOUS. Phew (my hours in the kitchen weren't wasted)! Plus, it's puuuuuuurty (if I do say so myself).

xoxo,
Laura

Oo la love, I’ve fallen in love...

noreply@blogger.com (Laura) — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 12:38:00 +0000

This week's post is in honor of Foster the People's release of their first full length album Torches. I haven't listened to the entire album yet... but what I have heard has yet to disappoint me. Plus, today I learned that Foster the People can pull off a pretty sweet live show. Check them out at SXSW here.
XOXO,
Laura

In a flash like that, recognize I'm back!

noreply@blogger.com (Laura) — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 13:56:00 +0000

(Vintage Perry Ellis scarf, Hurley tank)

Hello there readers! I am officially a Bahama Momma (as I was pleasantly/not so pleasantly reminded on a daily basis by some beach hecklers). I have never been offered so many Booze Cruises/Jet Ski Rides/ Parasail Rides/ Banana Boat Rides/ Bungee Jumping Excursions/Snorkling Excursions in my entire life. I have also never been this tan (please pay no mind to my OBNOXIOUS tan lines).

Things I learned in the Bahamas:

1) I AM a Bahama Momma (of course)!

2) Wear yo sunscreen. It eeez yo fran. (REPEAT/REAPPLY)

3) Any drink ordered will contain rum, more rum, more rum, other alcoholic ingredients, and a splash of mixers. My rum and coke was rum with a splash of coke. You will never have to ask, "but why is the rum gone?" EVER.

4) How to ignore pickup lines.

HALL O' FAMER: "Keep reading your book. I'm in the next chapter."

I had a FABULOUS time, but I am so happy to be home.

You can be the king but watch the queen conquer.

noreply@blogger.com (Laura) — Tue, 31 May 2011 21:53:00 +0000

Youz a good looking hottie put your hands in the errrr. by lowcal

H by Henry Holland top
8 GBP - debenhams.com

H M short top
3.49 GBP - hm.com

Denim sailor short
$79 - jackwills.com

Zara leather shoes
$50 - zara.com

Zara messenger bag
$100 - zara.com

Nautical jewelry
$85 - intermixonline.com

Low Luv x Erin Wasson brass jewelry
$63 - needsupply.com

House of Harlow 1960 silver feather ring
$39 - shopthetrendboutique.com

Chain jewelry
$15 - topshop.com

Metal jewelry
$12 - needsupply.com

Ray Ban glass shade
$145 - ray-ban.com

Island in the sun...

noreply@blogger.com (Laura) — Wed, 25 May 2011 01:32:00 +0000

Hello all! I'm sorry for the lack of posts, but I feel as if I have a pretty good excuse. I'm in the Bahamas with my best friend until Saturday! Woo! I will actually have a tan! Yipee!
Xoxo
Laura

Here comes the sun... doo doo doo doo....

noreply@blogger.com (Laura) — Sat, 21 May 2011 18:53:00 +0000

(Vintage leather jacket, Vintage leather headband, David Yurman earrings)

I'm all done with my sophomore year in college! HUZZAH! The time certainly flies by. It seems like just yesterday (and now I sound like an old lady... I apologize) that I was freaking out about moving in with my roommate Zoe (whom I love dearly now), since I knew barely anything about her, and starting my second year at a school that I was convinced is trying to kill me (at least with academic work). I'm still convinced that is the case. I finished my last final yesterday, on Shakespearean tragedies no less, and then high tailed it out of Billsville. Home sweet home has never been so sweet!

Forgive me...

noreply@blogger.com (Laura) — Tue, 17 May 2011 16:44:00 +0000

HELLLLLLO there! It's finals week, which means 8 hours a day err day in the library and no blogging. I apologize. This is my apologetic/sad due to library doom and gloom face:

(Vintage Perry Ellis headscarf, GAP ruffle tank, BOSE headphones)

Without love...

noreply@blogger.com (Laura) — Thu, 12 May 2011 15:44:00 +0000