custom house: long skirt

Friday, October 1, 2010

fall festival wear. long chiffon skirts and studded clogs

Silky White Blouse, Macrame Belt - Vintage, Thrifted

Black Chiffon Skirt - American Apparel

Reddish Brown Studded Clogs, Leather Bag - Vintage

Felted Wool Hat - H&M

My parents, Neil, and I made a visit to Live On The Green tonight, so I thought I'd put together an outfit that fits an autumn festival - something bohemian and super comfortable. The studded clogs I'm wearing are a pair that I stole from my sister Ashley years and years ago, probably to play dress up in. And the little leather satchel I'm carrying is a gift from Quincy!

And now for the Blooming Leopold giveaway winner.. but first of all, thanks to all who participated!

The winner is Bee! Congrats, Bee.. shoot me a message via Etsy to claim your shop credit!

I've been super busy preparing for a vintage sale going on this weekend in East Nashville, painting and steaming and crafting and tagging.. more info coming tomorrow.

Happy October! One of the best months of the year. I can't wait for Halloween.

Thursday, September 2, 2010

long, plaid skirts on belmont boulevard

Photos by Neil!

Pleated Plaid Skirt - Thrifted

Gray Tank Top - Banana Republic

Wood Sunset Sandals - Madewell

Skinny Belt - Forever21

Neil and I took these photos around Belmont Boulevard area, this gorgeous neighborhood filled with wrought iron fences and extravagant homes nestled between craftsman cottages.

I'm definitely jumping on the long skirt/long dress bandwagon this fall.. it's a trend that I can really get into, especially since I just started wearing maxi dresses a couple of months ago and the magic hasn't worn off just yet. The length always intimidated me before since I'm short, but the comfort and ease of long skirts far outweigh any reservations I have about my height.

It's still chaotic here.. boxes are really beginning to pile up. We're preparing for a yard sale we're throwing this weekend, as well as the move - which has officially begun! We're plotting paint colors for our living and dining room and I am more than open to suggestions, inspiration, photos, anything you guys have that's interior design related! I think mint green and gold have to be involved in our new home somehow.. not necessarily together.. and a wall covered in mismatched art. Any ideas?