Wednesday, January 19, 2011

Lie Down With Me, My Dear



Hello there! This morning, when I finally forced myself out of bed and showered - it was a stormy day, and I think stormy mornings are best spent under a whole lot of blankets - I proceeded to go through a mess of outfits. Originally, I reached for a dress, then a different dress, and ended up in jeans and a sweater, but not this sweater. This sweater came a few minutes later, as I was shutting off the light in my room and running out the door/realizing I was less than thrilled with my sweater selection. I like what I (somehow) ended up with though. I felt very snow appropriate - snowpropriate - as well as comfortable enough for just a quick run to campus to frantically finalize and submit my registration form.

I actually ended up talking my own pictures today, as - once I'm out of bed - I do enjoy walks in stormy, cloudy weather. Plus, I figured with the snow we've been getting and the rain that was around today, the park would be quite empty. I have to say that I had a lovely time. Finding a nice spot for pictures, listening to Fleet Foxes on my walks to and from the park, laughing at the school-skipping hooligans who were laughing at me and my "documentary making." Good times. I forgot how much I just love walking around my neighborhood listening to my favorite music and nothing else. Few things clear my head better or make me more hopeful that I will, in fact, end up where I want to be (metaphorically and physically, I suppose).

Sweater: Forever 21
Jeans, Purse: Urban Outfitters
Oxfords: Steve Madden
Hat: Modcloth







Until Tomorrow,
Nicole

26 comments:

  1. Great sweater! I love the detailing around the neckline. :D

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  2. For some reason I actually really enjoy stormy days. I think it's because they feel so cosy : )

    On another note, I love this look! That sweater really looks good with your skin tone. Also LOVE Fleet Foxes!

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  3. Isn't it funny how taking pictures for yourself can be so much fun these days? I'm not one for stormy days- at all. I'm so affected by the weather- it's terrible!

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  4. i love stormy days..
    but after 4 straight stormy days..i am missing the sunshine.
    love this casual look. you pull it of effortlessly.
    you are beautiful. (i always say that..i know..but i mean it.)
    plus..fleet foxes are the best for walking through a park.
    xoox

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  5. stormy days are great to be spent amongst blankets, though i'm glad you didn't because you look so pretty!
    i need to get myself a tripod and start practising self-pictures, i'd be a much more independent blogger... yours are great!

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  6. That sweater has really nice details on it, and I really like your oxfords. They don't seem super trendy like a lot of the other oxfords I've seen.
    My Heart Blogged

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  7. I love the sweater! hahaha and that always happens to me! Like "yeah, imma wear a dress!" and end up in my jeans :P

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  8. Ooooh, I love that hat! I've been so in love with hats lately. I need to start stocking up for spring!

    xx

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  9. You are just too adorable! I go through the same outfit changes almost every morning, haha. I think its just a girl thing.Oh and i looovoeeee fleet foxes too!

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  10. Go you! I love it when bloggers with their own photogs take their own photos every once in awhile. I think it's empowering. :)

    Still love that sweater, still love those shoes, really love them together!!

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  11. Ah, you look so cozy and cute! That bowler hat is pretty much the coolest thing as well. I always do that same thing: changing my mind about my outfit at the last second. Although lately I've had to pick my outfit beforehand, so as not to disturb Greg when I'm getting up at 5 in the morning. Poo.

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  12. oh i love the detail on the front of you sweater, it is so cute!! also i need a hat like that i have been searching for a black one but i haven't found it yet!

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  13. Your hate is pretty radical! I wish I could wear one like yooou.


    xoxo mama wolf.

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  14. I like the final selection very much and I lovvve stormy days. It's fun taking pictures by yourself when nobody's around, it's just so hard to guarantee that.

    By the way, I also love the plaid look below!

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  15. such a romantic look! perfect for a stormy day--like a contemporary interpretation of wuthering heights :)

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  16. stormy days are definitely meant for curling up in your sheets and just doing nothing all day. :)

    i love your sweater though - the lace detailing is so lovely.

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  17. Lovely jumper, the colour really suits you.

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  18. In my experience, wearing a dress on a rainy day never really happens- although it's nice to think it might!!

    i love this look- so casual and chic.

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  19. You look very sweet! I am digging the hat. I love walking around the neighborhood too, it is a nice way to spend part of the day :)

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  20. adorable pictures and outfit! so...creepy but I think you live near me :)

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  21. i really like how you paired it with that hat. :)

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  22. Love this simple look! The hat really pulls it together! I love taking walks, listening to music, and taking photos too!

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  23. hahaah you do look very "snowpropriate." the sky is so pretty in these pictures!! and i'm loving the shoe choice (:

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  24. I love this look, it really is perfect for snowy days, comfy and casual! But still cute!

    Huggles,
    Lauren
    Sparrow & Urchin

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  25. You look so cosy yet so chic ♥ I am a huge fan of hats and you look amazing wearing one !

    Lot of hugs from me !

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  26. hello nicole..beautiful blog.nice post.harika fotoğraflar.thanks.kısses

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