Everyday Wear

{Submitted by camp nowhere}
Today I’d like to bring your attention to Everyday Carry, a website with photos of all the stuff that people carry with them everyday. Now, similar websites exist for computer desktops, iphone homescreens, office setups, etc. and I always find it interesting to see how people are going about their lives—what they are using, how they are organizing—essentially what’s important enough to make it onto their desktop (virtual or otherwise), iphone, or, in the case of Everyday Carry, their pocket or bag. Now in theory this is great, but I find EDC a bit unnerving and now I can’t help but look around me on the train or bus and wonder if all of these people have 5 pocket knives and a hand gun. I mean one pocket knife is great, but do you really need 5 on you every any day. These people must really hate it when they have to fly.

If you can get past all the weird stuff that people seem to carry with them, you might just find something useful. I, for one, was in the market for a wallet and found one photo featuring a really barebones wallet that fit the bill perfectly (plus it was on sale for $9). So, if you are on the lookout for a better notebook, wallet, keychain, flashlight, or a pocket knife, you might check it out.

Westervin Wear: Black & Billowy

{ Blouse: Forever 21 }  { Jeans: Urbs }  { Shoes: Thrifted }  { Necklace: Handmade (by me!) }

Westervin Wear: Red-y for Spring

{ Dress: Target } { Sweater, Belt & Boots: thrifted } { Necklace: Tree & Kimball } { Ring: Recycled Rings }

Westervin Wear: Bloganista/o

I’m not sure if boys are allowed in the Bloganista group, but I made Brian play, too…

On Sarah — Blouse: Vintage; Skirt: Urban Outfitters; Shoes: Vintage; Pretty Pyrite Necklace: The Vamoose; Engagement Ring (you can barely see it peeking out): One Stone New York

On Brian — Shirt: Vintage; Jeans: Urban Outfitters: Levi’s; Hipster Astronaut Shoes: Swear

The Shopping Sherpa: Vintage Rompers

I come bearing gifts.  Vintage rompers!  As promised.  These are just a few of my faves from Etsy, but there are plenty more to choose from.  And don’t be afraid to go hunting for a bargain romper at your local thrift stores.  This isn’t a new trend, people.  The romper has been around since before you were born (probably).  Now go get your romp on!

ROW 1:  Tropical Orchids Romper from Bethakabetty; Neutral Tone Floral Romper from Vintage Grime; Peacock Floral Onesie from Natty Paint

ROW 2:  Stars in Your Eyes Romper from Bombshell Bettie’s Vintage; Khaki and Teal Romper from Beta Boutique; Cream Military Romper from Allen Company Inc.

ROW 3:  Ethnic Print Romper from Agnusdei; Apple and Velvet Romper from Bottle of Bread; Purple-Blue High Waist Romper from Ma Petite Amy

Westervin Wear: Baby it’s cold outside

Behold!  My Bloganista outfit for week 3, complete with go-to scarf, new booties and a hearty disdain for Chicago winters.  Now, I’m a southern girl with a circulation problem, so I’m no champ when it comes to bearing through the cold.  If you ask me, Chicago has a wind that will blow right through you and steal your soul.  And yet, just the other day, I saw a young woman walking by in a mini skirt and stilettos – no leggings, no tights, no nothin’.  I wanted to slap her on the wrist and say, “GUUUUURRL!  Get some clothes on!  No one’s gonna care how sexy your legs look when you have FROSTBITE.  Try balancing in those heels without any TOES!”  Fortunately, I was able to restrain myself.

The Shopping Sherpa: An Ode to Geodes

ROW 1:  Agate Cheese Plates (because who doesn’t need a cheese plate?) from Jayson Home & Garden; Eagle Geode Necklace from Velvet Seahorse (I love their unexpected designs); Geode Ring from Feudal (talk about a fun, eclectic shop!)

ROW 2:  Geode Lamp from Matters of Style; Emerald Agate and Chain Necklace (on sale!) from tawniwold (shop some of her stunning statement pieces to support her sick doggie); Silver Geode Walnut Necklace (sneakin’ in a pretend geode   It’s only $15!  You can’t beat that with a stick) from Recycled Rings (one of my all-time favs)

ROW 3:  Geode Cufflinks (man, I must have a thing for cufflinks; I’m always putting them in these guides…) from Smashing; Agate Clock from Silvercraft; “Henry” Agate and Silver Necklace from stone&honey

Westervin Wear: Bloganista v.2.0

Fun with Photoshop!  I’m really enjoying this Bloganista Flickr group.  It gives me a reason to put some real clothes on every once in a while.  That and having a lady-lunch with my gal-pal Lynne!  Panera mac & cheese, you do me right.

Westervin Wear: I’m a Bloganista!

The bubbly-cute Erin of Design for Mankind has started a pretty fun Flickr pool for blogging gals… like me!  It’s meant to show that we “don more than sweatpants and slippers” everyday, but I’ll be honest with you, readers… I only got dressed up so I can join the pool!  Ssshhhh.