Mortal Kombat

Last night I received a notification that the blogger fashionlaine liked one of my posts on Instagram.  Naturally I went on over to her Instagram and subsequently her blog.  Her bio on Insta reads 'Be what you want.  Wear what you want.'  So simple, but I think it's a great reminder to embrace your sense of self when it comes to style and fashion.  Sometimes I can get caught up in wanting to emulate a certain image.  Look a certain way.  Send across a particular message.  Whether something might be "too much".  Or people might think "who the h-e-l-l does she think she is wearing something like that?"  When really I should be wearing whatever the heck I want!  I'll be happier knowing I'm being true to my self, and I think other people will be happier that I'm presenting the most genuine / raw version of myself.  Ordinarily I would overanalyze the outfit below.  I would think oh, I can't do ripped jeans, camo print, AND fringe.  That is just too, too much.  But instinctually when I looked in my closet this morning, this is exactly what I wanted to wear.  So I went with it!

I like to call this I'm-tired-couldn't-be-bothered-to-style-it's-cold-I'm-going-to-be-outside-first-day hair.

These jeans are unbelievably comfy and actually quite flattering on the rear.

I love how fun this shirt is.  I think the fringe detailing adds extra oomph to an otherwise pretty casual piece.

I really don't know what it is with me and camo.  I can't even pinpoint the moment in time where this love affair began.  '...but there's somethin bout your love that makes me weak...and knocks-me-off-my-feet.'

Knapsack guard in action #WOOF

What I'm Wearing:

Necklace - Ibiss

Top, Jacket, and Jeans - Crossroads

Bangles - Thrifted

Backpack - F21

Shoes - Wanted Shoes

Bish don't kill my vibe

I've come to realize that the less pressure I put on planning and functions in general, the more fun I have.  The most fun I've ever had on holidays, special events, etc. have been the times that were the most low-key, like just staying at home or going to a really dive-y bar near my house.  We just stayed at home this year for NYE and invited a handful of people over last minute and it was super fun!

My resolution for this year is to be more kind, understanding, and thoughtful (go out of my way to help people more).  I'll let you know how it goes (;

I went 'all silver everythang' this year and kept it casual with the shoes since we just stayed at home.

I definitely wore the most makeup I've worn in a long time: a silver smokey eye AND red lips.  Not typically my thing, but it was fun (:  Also, layered a few silver necklaces to keep with the silver theme.

Detailing on my silver peplum skirt along with my go-to combat boots.

Being super silly in front of the Christmas tree (we didn't mean to color coordinate.)

Outfit Details:

Black and silver necklace from Target

Silver necklace from Crossroads

Grey Crush Velvet Top - Thrifted

Metallic Silver Peplum Skirt from Francescas

Black Combat Boots from Wanted Shoes