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Ebbs & Flows, Highs & Lows 

6/14/2013

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I'm going to be honest with you. I was in a real funk when I took these. Hehe. I just was not enthusiastic about being awake or even about being alive for that matter. It was just one of those days where I was utterly wracked with ambivalence. So, naturally, my outfit is reflective of my feelings, i.e. pretty dark

and grim. Just a lot of blacks and grey with some hints of gold, because you know what they say:

Every dark cloud has a..well..in this case..gold lining. ;P

I felt very in touch with my inner Janus, so I tried to capture those feelings here, i.e. jubilant one moment and somber the next. This actually turned out to be kind of a cathartic exercise.

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Anyway, I didn't get dressed up to stay at home and feel sorry for myself. Hehe. I was still determined to make the most of the day. I wore my kick ass black zipper jacket and comfy panda sweater, then sealed the deal with a lightweight purple scarf. I'm also wearing my tried and true black Chicwish high-low skirt. I'm glad I decided to pay a bit extra for it. The quality is fantastic and the length is perfect.

Underneath that lies my golden, glittery suspender tights and my short black boots which I have come to love so much and wear quite often. I also carried my braided black fringe purse from Chicnova and wore a gold filigree collar necklace and gold studded wrap watch, both of which are from TIL Darling.


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Don't worry! By now I've weathered the storm and I'm back to normal. I think it's natural to experience such ups and downs, even when there is apparently no reason for it. It gives me a chance to be a little more introspective and investigate my own thoughts and feelings so I can better understand myself.  :P

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How about you? What do you do when apathy hits you like a ton of bricks?
How do you dig yourself out of an emotional rut?

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Chicwish - Asymmetric Waterfall Skirt in Noir & Black/Gold "Belt It Up" Bracelet
TIL Darling - Gold Studded Wrap Watch & Gold Filigree Collar Necklace
Free Gold Watch - Purple Panda Sweater

UrbanOG - Short Black Boots


♫ Thank you so much for your comments! Though I may not respond to each one, I read and appreciate all of them! ♫

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17 Comments
Purple Ivy link
6/13/2013 11:54:11 pm

I would love to rammange through your jumper collections. You have the most fun collections.

xoxo
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http://www.purrpleivy.com/

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em link
6/14/2013 03:10:19 am

Ha, I really need to call you more. <3

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Anna
6/14/2013 10:31:20 am

Kochira koso. <3 :D

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Pip
6/14/2013 04:41:23 am

YOu are stunning dear in this look! I love the sweater, the necklace and the boots! Thanks so much for your lovely comments on my blog by the way. ;) You always make me smile dear! xx Pip


<a href="http://www.easyoutfitsbypip.blogspot.com">Easy Outfits by Pip</a>

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Matea link
6/14/2013 08:31:13 am

Thank you for your comment you always write the best comments. :) and I like your hair in this post, I will try something like that! Lot of hugs for you from me :)

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Anna
6/14/2013 10:34:36 am

Your styles are so lovely, Matea. You make it easy to leave comments day in and day out. Haha. There's always something new and interesting about your outfits. ;) You've been with me from pretty much the beginning. I'm still trying to establish myself and you've been leaving me nothing but positivity and encouragement regardless of whether I missed the mark with a particular outfit post (and let's face it, no one is perfect in that regard hehe). You will always have a place in my heart, babe. *BIG HUG* <3

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Keit link
6/14/2013 07:59:23 pm

Whoa, those suspender tights are hot as hell! And that panda top is my fav ^_^
It's natural to feel like shit from time to time, especially if the weather sucks...
As many girlies around the world, I get veeery depressed during that special time of the month...
It's very weird, because my motto in life is "You're gonna die anyway, stop being a pussy" and then these days come, and I feel like a decomposing sponge, I hate being a woman!

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Anna
6/15/2013 08:33:49 am

Hahaha.. "decomposing sponge." Yep. Sounds about right. :D Being a girl has its perks, but yeah, on the whole, it's not all that, IMO. Hehe. I dunno. I'll try not to be too pessimistic. :P

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Ally link
6/14/2013 08:00:27 pm

Stunning! I love love love that sweater it's so cute! I like how you've paired the whole look, that skirt looks gorgeous and those boots? Oh just awesome! Haha if you get a spare minute I'd be honoured if you checked out my own blog :) xxxx

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Anna
6/15/2013 08:34:44 am

Rad! Thanks, Ally! I'm more than happy to check out your blog! <3

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Kristian link
6/15/2013 01:16:33 am

I really find it fascinating how much your clothing clearly expresses your mood.

I tend to withdraw into reading those moods, especially rereading old favorites.

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Anna
6/15/2013 08:38:21 am

Ahh, yes. Reading used to be my primarily escape from reality until college. Once reading became a chore, it was ruined altogether for me. Haha. The print got tinier and the subject matter gradually became more difficult and soon it was all analytical and no joy. I've been on the same book for months now. I'm trying so hard.

Right now, my best escape is a nice RPG, preferably 8-bit. Next to that, a good 5 mile run usually works wonders to clear my mind and relax me. :D

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A. link
6/15/2013 03:04:47 pm

1. You look so stinkin how in this little number today. I cannot tell a lie.

2. I get into a funk often. Maybe it's because with my artist disposition I tend to think things over and over and analyze them until I drive myself crazy. When I'm brooding I tend to dress in dark colors and hole myself up with my piano and bang out songs until our landlord reminds us that quiet time is 11:00 at night.

To get out of it? I don't know. I can't really escape the gloomies, they have to leave me. One day I'll wake up and I'll be free to walk around with this stupid smile on my face.

:D

love,
a

www.missdecaf.blogspot.com

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Anna
6/15/2013 04:22:55 pm

You're a REALLY cool person, you know that? ;D

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Brittney link
6/17/2013 10:10:26 am

Aw yeah, suspender tights! I've been burned every time I order from Modcloth, but these look really stretchy and well-made. I love your topknot, btw!

Brittney

anotherbeautifulthing.blogspot.com

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Anna
6/17/2013 04:44:00 pm

Radtastic! Yeah, I'm not really sure what possessed me to get these tights. You kind of have to wear short things to show off the suspenders (unless you're one of those people who like knowing that they've got something awesome covered up that only they know about haha..I've been that guy, before..). I guess it's my way of forcing myself to not cover up my legs all the time. :F~ <3

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Rebecca link
6/27/2013 03:11:30 pm

Your tights are super cool here!

Feeling in a funk? I know you've noticed my complete lack of posts/comments/general online presence lately. I've just been so stressed I wasn't even taking photos so good on you for taking an outfit photo even if you didn't feel like it! Honestly the photos are awesome in that they are different from your usual.

Glad to hear you are in a happier place now! :D

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