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Life Is But A Dream (Barely There Challenge!) - Part 5/9

6/17/2014

It doesn't get any more nautical than this vintage navy striped dress. Haha. :D I loved it the first time I saw it. There's just something about the pleated bodice and oversized collar. It's incredibly light and the sheer, unlined fabric makes it perfect for Summer. I simply wore a thin navy blue dress slip underneath.
And yes, I wore the floral crown, again. Bah! Haha. I guess I'm starting to get used to that bit. >_< <3

It was a beautiful day for a picnic and I wish I had brought a blanket to sit on. I think that scene would have been even more appropriate, but I didn't want to risk getting the dress dirty. I'm on the fence about whether I should keep it. I have the dress up for sale in my Etsy shop, if you'd like to get some more info about it! For me, the dress is a total guilty pleasure (i.e. palpably vintage and whimsical). :D

The textures created by the pleats give the bodice a 3-D sensation. It's just so fun to look at. Maybe I'm a dork. I dunno. Haha. There are pearl buttons at each elbow opening and a single pearl button closure in the back. The dress goes on easily over the head, so I find it perfect for days when you feel too lazy to put something together, but you still want to look unique/fun. ^_^ It's definitely one-of-a-kind. <3

I last wore these slotted white flats in this previous post. I gotta admit, they're starting to grow on me. Maybe I don't look all that stupid in white shoes, after all. Haha. I think the flats go really well with the dress. As I was traipsing through damp grass, I thought they'd get dirty, but they look like new. ^_^

If no one is brave enough to give this beautiful dress a good home, I'll probably just keep it and find all kinds of awesome ways to wear and enjoy it. ^_^ We'll see! I hope you like this very simple outfit! <3

Etsy - Vintage 80s Nautical Navy Striped Chelsea Collar Puff Sleeve Dress
Thrifted - Picnic Basket (Swap Group) & ModCloth Slotted Flats (Gift)
c/o Kristin Perry Accessories - Daisy Floral Crown

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Blogger Spotlight #12: Girl With One Eye

6/15/2014

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Meet Makenzie Godso of Girl With One Eye

Makenzie is my Queen of Eclecticism.
I feel like she is my kindred spirit in the sense that I never know what she is going to do next and I'm the same way.

I love her unpredictable, no holds barred style. Makenzie will mix and match whatever the f*ck she wants, because that's just how she rolls. Deal with it.

Leather, buckles, spikes, florals, studs, fringe---you name it and she will find a way to incorporate it into her outfit and just blow your mind. Kingdom come, Makenzie's will be done. Amen.

One thing that sets us apart is that Makenzie's styles all have a rough exterior to them. Even with this rather feminine and colorful patchwork dress, there's an inescapable mysterious edge.

Every now and then I do a mental and visual palate cleanse with something sweet like a peter pan collar or a floral empire waist dress, but I think hell would freeze over before I saw Makenzie sully herself with such nonsense. Haha.

Obviously, I'm being a little hyperbolic. I don't know Makenzie well enough to make that kind of statement. It's just that she strikes me as someone who is very comfortable in her own skin. Unlike me, she doesn't struggle with gender roles and identity issues. I like that she seems to have this life all figured out. I find Makenzie's self confidence intoxicating.

Despite my portrayal of Makenzie, you should know that she is super nice and very approachable! She won't bite! :D So, stop by her blog and say 'hello.' She would love to hear from you! You can also find her on Facebook and Instagram. Rock on, Makenzie!

Contact me, if you would like to be featured in my Blogger Spotlight series! I can't make any particular guarantees, but preference will be given to lesser known blogs (i.e. blogs with fewer than 50 followers).

All available spots for 2014 have been filled! I'll review applications for 2015 in October, but you should feel free to apply at any time in the interim. I will be sure to respond! Thanks for your interest!

DO NOT write me and ask how much it will cost to be featured. Those requests are offensive and I will immediately place your emails in my spam folder where they will languish forever.

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Hi! I'm Anna <3

I'm fond of artistic fashion, esoteric music, retro games (the older the platform, the better), delectable noms, good libations, my Maine Coon, Bonaparte, and my Tabby, Winsome.

Also, I attended university in Hyogo Prefecture and I am proficient in Japanese.

もし、あなたは日本語が話せる、あたしに日本語で話て下さい！練習が必要だ！*^_^*

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