LOOK BOOK #3: Playing it cool

 
I thought I would share this look with you guys because I honestly think it's really cute and can be worn almost all seasons of the year. At the moment where I live it's Autumn and it's still nice enough weather to not freeze to death when wearing something like this. I suppose if you wanted to, one could add tights if you were cold but I don't know. The play-suit felt a lil bit wide at the waist so I added a belt to bring shape to my figure (though the jacket in this image sorta hides the curves).

Items worn:
. Blue lacy play-suit – Forever New $15
. Cream jacket – Gift from a friend
. White wide buckled belt – Mum's old belt
. Owl ring – birthday gift
. Diamante ring – Lovisa $5
. 'Always' ring – Diva $10 (in a pack of three with two other rings saying 'Friends' & 'Forever'... yes I still share "best friend" rings with my girls)
. Black and gold watch – Christmas gift
. Cream ballet flats (not shown) – Spend-Less Shoes $20

Total outfit cost:
 $50

LOOK BOOK #2: Aututmn Outing

So today I went out with a friend to see the Lego Movie (okay, just because I'm almost 16 doesn't mean I still don't love cheesy kids movies), and now since it's getting into the season of Autumn/Fall, I have dug out my cute sweaters once more. Since my style is fairly girly/preppy, I decided to put a collared sheer shirt underneath the blue woolen sweater. I felt the neckline was a little bit too awkwardly wide without something under it anyway.
Items worn:
. Sheer cream collared shirt (sleeveless) – Ally fashion $15
. Blue multicoloured wool sweater – Valley Girl $10
. Black skirt –Valley Girl $10
. Patterned black tights – Bras 'n' Things $5
. Black velvet ankle boots (not seen) – Rubi Shoes $15
. Hand-mirror necklace – Lovisa $12
. Bird ring (not seen) – Birthday gift

Total Outfit Cost:
$62  

23/3/14 My Style Story

My style has been all over the place since I was little to now. When I was a child, my mum dressed me very nicely with cute girly dresses and adorable little shoes. I was the classic girly lil’ girl growing up and the way I dressed reflected that. Mum would let me choose from time to time in what I bought when I was smaller, but obviously now I do that on my own. I went from being quite a girly girl, to a punk-looking tween, and then once again to girly with added quirkiness and attitude.

Believe it or not, when I was around eight or nine, my wardrobe consisted of nothing but the colour (or shade if you want to be picky) black. My mum always told me that “black goes with everything”, which is true, but when you’re young you mistake things easily. Instead of what she said, I heard it as “black should be worn with everything”. So I then went out looking like I was constantly going to a funeral. Then when I was ten to around thirteen, I got some sense knocked into me and began owning clothes with more colours other than black. This was the stage though in which I developed a little taste in what I currently wear now, but I could not wear it as I was too small and less mature for that sort of style. So what I wore usually sat awkward on my very skinny and lanky body.  Luckily with maturity, age and more curves, I could finally wear the things I was dreaming of for those tween years.

I believe in dressing for your age and how you look. I can’t stand when I see ten-year-old girls sporting heels and mini skirts who also have a dirty mouth. This society is very funny with that sort of thing. When I was ten, I wore cute graphic tee’s and jeans. Now I see those girls with snap backs and tube tops that show their tissue-stuffed bras and non existent cleavages. It bugs me.

My sister is currently at the age of this awkward transition between fitting mainly into kids clothing, but also fitting into some/liking more mature clothes and wanting to look cool. When I out grow some things or just don’t want certain items, I give them to her. It’s the most adorable thing seeing her try on my old clothes. However, for a twelve-year-old, she has more of an ass and boob shape then I had at that age, and she is tall too. With that said, she can I suppose get away with wearing the same or similar clothes I do, even though I am older than her.

Anyway, for me as you know, I dress in a very stylish, girly, and sometimes if I feel the need to, sexy manor. My style very much expresses my personality. Unique, quirky and very devious.

I hope you liked the little insight into my style story.

- Miranda Xx

1/3/14 Feeling Low

We need to stop advertising low self esteem. I saw this lil post on tumblr the other day that stated this: “Stop romanticizing low self esteem; it is one thing to love someone who happens to have low self esteem, it’s another thing to frame low self esteem as a desirable trait” This is honestly the best thing I have seen as it is 100% true. I used to have a very, very low opinion of myself and over the years that has improved a little bit, however I still have poor self esteem. It makes me so mad – almost furious in fact, that some people think it’s “cute” and such to feel that way about yourself.

I will tell you now that it is not at all cute to feel worthless, unattractive and down-right crappy about yourself. It is something that people need help with. I am lucky to be surrounded with supportive and amazing peers that help me feel good about myself. For others that’s not always the case. I can’t stand the thought of people purposely making themselves feel bad because apparently this is “attractive”.

It’s sick that low self esteem is promoted so much these days. Like things such as cutting (ie: that stupid #CutForBeiber) have almost become a trend among young teens! My younger sister thought it was okay for people to do these things because other people were doing it. Although she wasn’t actually hurting herself, it broke my heart that it seemed acceptable. I had to tell her that it was definitely not okay.

All in all, feeling crappy about yourself isn’t something to be promoted and encouraged. If anyone thinks that it’s okay to have these as desired traits, I’m truly horrified that you think that. Rant over.

- Miranda xx

10/2/14 V-Day

February 14th is the most loved and hated day of the year. I can see both sides of this speculative day and I am sad to say I do not have a special someone this Valentine’s Day – I mean I thought I would, but sadly that didn’t work out – however that isn’t the point.

This post isn’t about crying over the fact I do not have a boyfriend on Valentine’s Day though – it’s about why we have the day in the first place. I’m not sure if you know the historic reason why V-Day is celebrated, so go I will give a brief wikipedia summary:
The most common heard theory behind Valentine’s Day is that a man named Valentine was imprisoned for performing weddings for soldiers who were forbidden to marry and for ministering to Christians, who were persecuted under the Roman Empire. He died on February 14 and to celebrate the romantic gestures he performed, people dedicated that date to love in his name.

As I am a hopeless romantic at heart, I can’t help but love the day even when I’m forever alone in the boyfriend department. I mean love can be expressed in many ways whether it is romantic love between partners, friendship, family, etc. So even if you are single and feeling low, remember you can always count on your friends to spend the day reminiscing your loved friendship.  If you just really hate Valentine’s Day, be ironic or iconic.

Ironic meaning either watching horror movies to forget the lovey dovey crap that’s going on that day; or buy yourself flowers and chocolate and remind yourself like Lana Del Rey does, that you’re just your own soul mate. Iconic then meaning go out with your friends and make a statement! Whether that is finding another single to seduce with your hot blazing persona, or strutting your sexy single ass and having a good time with your best friends.

Either way, don’t spend the day drowning in your sorrows if that’s the case – nobody loves a party pooper. Reminisce in the moment and enjoy the day for whatever floats your boat in what I suggested above. Believe me, you will have a way better day if you get your head out of the sand and enjoy the sun. If you do have a special someone to spend the day with though, make sure to tell them how much they mean to you (not saying you shouldn’t do that anyway), but the opportunity is there! Make the most of it.

I hope everyone has a fabulous Valentine’s Day!

- Miranda Xx

3/1/14 School

So last Thursday I went back to school (I don’t know why on a Thursday, but never mind that). I am pretty excited about this school year. I mean I get to start over with a new homeroom group, new electives such as Photography, I.T, and VCE Agriculture/Horticulture. Last year was a pretty average year school wise, so I am just glad to start over.

However, this year I don’t have many of my friends in some of my classes and electives. That means I have to socialise with others and probably people I don’t particularly like. You see, I’m not that good at socialising with people I don’t know unless they are likable classmates or I like their vibe. Plus, the fact that it’s my fourth year at high school (so Year 10 if I haven’t mentioned that before), I basically know who everyone is and who I like/dislike already.

With saying that though, I won’t let that issue stop me from succeeding in my classes. I’m so excited to be taking my new electives and I’m ready to challenge myself this year and work really hard. The key to doing this is to just be organised, be open to discussion, and to think positive. Cheesy but true nevertheless. Hopefully by the end of the semester, or year, I will have achieved what I needed to complete. This just means I have to be more determined than ever to do so.

I apologize for the short post but I felt I had to share at least something this week.

- Miranda Xx

27/1/14 Take a step in my glamorous shoes

I never really thought I had a unique and stylish way of dressing until recently. I mean, I knew what sort of clothes I liked but up until current months I knew how to style all my pieces together. Not to seem boastful, but I will say I have quite a good eye in fashion. I wouldn’t call myself a fashionista but I always have to look my best everywhere I go.

I guess my style changes depending on my current interest at the time; I guess that’s with most people I suppose. Right now I tend to go for girly vintage looks. Lots of pastels, golds and elegant patterns consume my wardrobe right now. A lot of my friends always comment on how they love my closest and now they would die to have the things inside it (again not to boast). However I do own a fair few classy yet sexy outfits here and there. I do love my blacks and reds as well as my pastels.

The key to owning these amazing pieces is to wait until they are on sale. It may sound shabby and meretricious, but still being young and still unfortunately unemployed, I have very limited money supply. Also, it helps me be a good shopper. If I see something that catches my eye and it’s full price and out of my budget, I wait a few weeks until it goes on sale. If I still desire to have whatever it is, then I buy it. Otherwise if I bought it when it was full price, I would have 1) I may not even want it anymore or have no need for it/have nowhere to wear what ever it is. 2) Therefore I wasted precious money I could have used on something else. I am a very savvy shopper I must say.

Even though I have developed my own style, I still like to wear some what of whatever is the latest fashion trend. However I only buy it if it is something that I would wear once the season is over, and/or it is something I truly love. Take peplum tops/skirts/dresses for example. Although not many people are still wearing many peplum items, I still find them adorable. The design compliments my figure as it makes my waist seem skinnier and my hips more curvy. I mean why not wear something that is cute and complimentary? Even if the design has disappeared for a little bit, if you wear it with pride and confidence, the style might just come bouncing back, and there you have it: You’ve set the trend/bought it back in fashion!

However with things such as those “jelly” shoes – AKA plastic/rubber sandals or flip flops, I find personally tacky and they will soon find their way out of style. I mean crocs are bad enough without these things. And too, wouldn’t they be so uncomfortable in the summer heat? You’re not meant to wear these shoes with socks, so sweaty feet against plastic/rubber is not a good combination. Plus the shoes would smell like crap. Items like them will be off the shelves soon enough.

All in all, I hope you liked reading more about who I am and my style of wardrobe.

- Miranda Xx