In this latest installment of the Oxford Chronicles, I would love to introduce you to the Henry by Moschino Cheap & Chic in a delightful shade of beige suede. Always playful and never too serious, I am in love with MC&C’s take on the oxford. The real highlight of the design is obviously the floppy ribbons used as laces. If you don’t have the $300 to throw down on this particular pair, it would be easy enough to replace the laces on a pair of oxfords that you already own with ribbon. What a simple way to put new life into a pair of well loved shoes.
Yesterday, I had a lovely time with Melanie! Our intention was to enjoy the glorious early-Spring weather but it honestly turned pretty chilly. Melanie couldn’t even keep her brand new headband on because it was so windy! But she looked awesome and people kept complementing her! I have such stylish friends.
We also went to Sephora and played around with perfume because I’m in the market for an established woman “thing”. Melanie believes that when she’s an established woman, she will have a “thing” for hand creams. I’m not sure that I’m drawn to anything in that way. At first, I thought maybe it would be mascara because I own a lot of them – but they find me, I don’t seek them out! Then I remembered that one Christmas, I asked my parents for perfume because I thought it would make me seem grown. I smelled good but did not mature. So we played around, agreed that Marc Jacobs’ Daisy is pretty good but we’re all about Stella McCartney perfume. I also realized that perfume will not be my established woman “thing”.
My nose can’t handle it.
After Sephora, we grabbed some magazines and read them in Barnes & Noble. Let me give you some really good life advice. If you are ever feeling really down and need some cheering up, head to Barnes & Noble. Go to the magazine section and grab yourself one of these:
Actually, if you can, you should find this particular copy and read the story about the Scotsman and the woman who keeps spilling food on herself in the mall. CHUCKLES.
I had a dream that I got into a fist fight with The Little Prince and stole his coat. What do you think that means? Any and all theories are welcome. In exchange for an answer, I want to share a link with you. My boyfriend just turned me on to a line called Virgin Blak. I think you would really like their jackets. I describe it as a discounted threesome between Rick Owens, Ann Demeulemeester and your favorite Mihara Yasuhiro. Hot! The stuff is also reasonably priced. Let me know what you think. Keep up the great work with your blog.
Quirky girls unite!
xx
Kat
Well Kat, I’m going to take some time to ponder on your dream about The Little Prince. I won’t lie to you, it sounds a little disturbing. But, I definitely need to thank you and your BF for introducing me to Virgin Blak. I think you may have just solved all of my Spring jacket issues.
I’d like to revisit a collection that didn’t earn much acclaim from the experts but made my heart sing – the Marc by Marc Jacobs S/S 2010 collection. In the last week or so, I’ve spent a remarkable amount of time flipping through photos of the collection and daydreaming about Spring. While it may not be a groundbreaking collection, it’s realistic. It’s almost exactly what I aspire to for Spring. And most importantly, it makes me very very happy!
What could be more practical than wearing a sweater to keep warm? A really rad, colorfully patterned sweater. Preferably one that reminds you of the Cosby kids (Rudy in particular).
This is one of my favorite casual looks for summer. It doesn’t look like you’re trying too hard because you’re not. All you’ve done is tuck a t-shirt into a skirt and slapped a belt over it. Instant success. Bonus points if you can create killer color combinations like these.
These shorts are the standard by which I will judge all other shorts this Spring/Summer. Loyal readers will remember my theory about Marc Jacobsstalking my childhood photos for inspiration. Well, I emailed a link to my mother just to confirm that I indeed did own a pair like the ones in the middle during my childhood.
The outfit at right might be my favorite look of Spring 2010. I realize that’s a bold statement to make but I’m serious. It hits just about every mark on my “currently craving” checklist. Evidence:
Huge hair bow – CHECK
Oversized Sunglasses – CHECK
Waist Cinching Belt – CHECK
Purse with X-tra long cross body strap – CHECK
Faded Prints – CHECK
Rolled Ankle Exposing Cuff – CHECK
Oxford inspired shoes – CHECK
Runway photos via NYMAG/ Detail photos by Style.com
Word up to one of my favorite places to eat – Royal Indian (93 1st ave @ 6th street/the spot downstairs!). Best ambiance in the city. When the weather is warm ask to sit in the tent out back. Then thank me.
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In this latest installment of the Oxford Chronicles, I would love to introduce you to the Henry by Moschino Cheap & Chic in a delightful shade of beige suede. Always playful and never too serious, I am in love with MC&C’s take on the oxford. The real highlight of the design is obviously the floppy ribbons used as laces. If you don’t have the $300 to throw down on this particular pair, it would be easy enough to replace the laces on a pair of oxfords that you already own with ribbon. What a simple way to put new life into a pair of well loved shoes.
We also went to Sephora and played around with perfume because I’m in the market for an established woman “thing”. Melanie believes that when she’s an established woman, she will have a “thing” for hand creams. I’m not sure that I’m drawn to anything in that way. At first, I thought maybe it would be mascara because I own a lot of them – but they find me, I don’t seek them out! Then I remembered that one Christmas, I asked my parents for perfume because I thought it would make me seem grown. I smelled good but did not mature. So we played around, agreed that Marc Jacobs’ Daisy is pretty good but we’re all about 
