Sunday, September 4, 2011

Good friends, good books and a sleepy conscience...

Jess Loves Fred Jessica Tran

...this is the ideal life.
- Mark Twain


In the last year of primary school, I had a voracious appetite for reading. Every waking moment would be spent with my head buried in one book or another. I consumed books like I breathed air. This obsession resulted in countless nights crying myself to sleep because I was bullied for it, a 200 book library borrowing record, a collection of Agatha Christie books given as a parting gift from the librarian and a sad little piece of cardboard at my Year 6 Farewell that congratulated me for being the "Biggest Bookworm!"

I don't remember what I read. I read everything from Paul Jennings to Horrible Histories books to non-fiction about the diets of lemurs to feeble attempts at Leo Tolstoy. And then I went into high school and my love for reading sort of faded away imperceptibly.

Jess Loves Fred Jessica Tran

Jess Loves Fred Jessica Tran

I don't know if it's the fact that I now have a disposable income that is begging to be spent, or that I spend half my life riding half-asleep on trains - but that love has been rekindled. My relationship with Book Depository can only be described as one-sided and dependent. Book Depository is my dealer. Instead of idly reading Thought Catalog and doing sudoku on the train rides to and from uni, I find myself completely engrossed in reading - to the point where I will miss my stop, 9/10 times.

It's so beautiful the way that someone can throw a mix of words at a blank page and suddenly you have characters and relationships and places and tragedies and joy and sadness. It's so beautiful that a story can spring into existence in someone's mind and that they can transcribe that into a little book that you can hold in your hands. It really feels like a gift given to you made up of someone's thoughts, wrapped in two covers. Books are there to hold your hand and keep you company on a warm day when the heat turns everything into an incomprehensible, lazy haze.

Jess Loves Fred Jessica Tran

Blazer: Thrifted, gift from Linda
Red Jeans: Zara
Top: ASOS
Circle scarf: Gift from Linda
Wedges: Wayne by wayne Cooper
Claw earring: ASOS
White XL Buckle-Up Bracelet, Black XL Buckle-Up Bracelet and Tan Tri-Stud Bracelet: Wanderlust + Co
Catcher in the Rye: Borrowed from Friend
All images shot by: Vinh Pham / Ve Noir Studios.

How great are the colour of these jeans?! Just ignore my slight camel toe in the first picture and the bulging fly. I stalked these jeans for weeks at Zara, and they kept restocking, and my size kept getting sold out. What sold me is the vibrancy of the red, I can't wait to jump around in colour this Spring. Not that the colourblocking trend hasn't been done half to death, already.

Jess Loves Fred Jessica Tran

Jess Loves Fred Jessica Tran

81 comments:

Lainey said...

Your writing is amazing. I was wondering if you could make a list of the best books you've read so far. I'd like to start reading again after my National exams. Thank you!

Camilla said...

loove your shoes- amazing color :)

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Eleanor said...

I was actually just thinking yesterday about how much TIME I spent reading when I was a kid... I loved Agatha Christie. Still do. But I was so passionate about reading, and it makes me wistfully sad how little time I spend reading for pleasure now.
Anyway, lovely jacket.

Danny said...

Catcher in the Rye :)

Anonymous said...

cool fly

Anonymous said...

erotic thrill of your pants make the back of my ankles itch in anticipation.

Chels said...

Ha, my eyes went straight from your face down to your fly in its weird position. Your red jeans are delicious btw, I've been looking for a pair myself.

I've exac same with books - I haven't borrowed one from my local library for over a six months but just last week I bought from the Book Depository for the first time after you mentioned it on here. Looove it. You should do a list of your favourite books, I'd probs read them.

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xinwei said...

the things you said about books are amazingly true. i have hated reading since i was a kid, and the only books i thought were worth reading were comics, specifically Japanese mangas.

last year, i took up English Literature as a subject so i didn't have to deal with the horror of History instead, and i discovered the most amazing teacher, then she opened that magical door to the imaginary world within books with me, and i am in love with books now. mainly fiction though, because i still like to live in a made-up Universe. (:

i can never bring myself to wear red jeans/pants/leggings thanks to my elephant thighs, but you look amazing in it. (:

thanks Jess, for inspiring me once again.

Elissiam said...

I used to be a bit like that. Always reading for like an hour before sleeping. And then one day I was like "naaaahh I'll just go sleep", and then books no longer wanted to be my friend. So now I have the IQ of a muffin. derp.

Also those are the coolest pants IN THE WORLD.

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Bex Watson said...

Wow. WHat you just said. You have no idea how much I can connect with that. My life story is also like identical. I was the bookworm in junior schoool, got a badge given to me by the school with "librarian" on it, read like 5 books a week (literally) Then got to high school and seemed to stop.. i'm just starting college and have got back into reading so much, having had time this summer. i love the way you describe the wonder of a book..it's just so true!
sorry i'll shut up, love your outfit - those trousers are amazing. and you look gorgeous Bex X
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Nancie Mwai said...

looking good girl! Love the scarf and the pants and the shoes!xx
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That girl Saadiya said...

LOVE the color of your jeans.
Catcher in the Rye is one of my favorite books, we were made to read it in school but I secretly enjoyed it unlike everyone else!

miss vintage vixen. said...

What Lainey said-- I'd love to hear of the best books you've read. Also, I love the way you wrote this out!

Also also, your pants are fantastique.

amalie said...

loove this outfit. those pants are such a nice color, and your white jacket it lovely!
x

Lisa said...

Loving the color of the jeans, so bright and happy!
Oh I can totally connect to you when it comes down to reading - I used to read everything (and I mean everything!) when I was younger. I'd spend days reading; at school, in the afternoon and especially in the evening when lying in bed when I was supposed to be sleeping, sneakily turning on the light and grabbing my book as soon as I could.
But once I started high school ... I don't know. It just didn't appeal to me as much as it did before, it might have been the lack of time or maybe I just didn't really know which books to read. But lately my love for reading has started all over again, especially now I'm taking extra Enlish Literature lessons during which they force you to read lots of books... Either way, I totally agree with you. Oh and I love the shoes, too.

Love, Lisa

curious constellation said...

I need to get back into reading so bad. If only I spent half the amount of time reading that I spend on the internet!

Anja said...

I love reading as well. I usually read on the train (if I'm not too tired that is! ;)).

My mom used to take my little sister and me to the library whenever the weather was crap and we'd spent hours browsing through books. Such great memories!

xo Anja - http://faiirylights.blogspot.com

The Fancy Teacup said...

I grew up reading books instead of watching TV. There is nothing like having a grand library. You look amazing in those lipstick red trousers! The blue heels are the cherry on top.

♥, Jamie
www.TheFancyTeacup.com

Gabrielle - I LIKE IT FAST said...

Loveee it!
xx
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crazy pig said...

I truly love this post. The way you express your relation with books is awesome. Even though the most part of books that I read is "obligatory read", I really enjoy reading. Sometimes I just feel with the main character and I forget what's happening around, sometimes I have to think about the writer - why did he write it? Is it related to his life?
There's so much mystery about books...

/and yes, I love this combination again <3

naomemandeflores said...

I've always had a passion for books, since I learned how to read. I guess I was kind of a bookworm myself. You have a beautiful blog, with lots of super cool pictures! I'll stop by more often...


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Mónica C. Welton said...

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Follow me but shut up said...

love your outfit girl and haircut...

Cristiana Nunes said...

Super stylish outfit. I love the blazer, beautiful piece. The buttons are so elegant!

Margaret said...

amazing outfit, you look stunning ! <3

thestyleflux said...

Great outfit! I love your look! :)

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Diva Naomi Addy said...

I Love your outfits , they are gorgeous most especially the shoes!!!
I also used to be a bookworm but now i kind off just stop for no reason i guess , if you can help with a list of good books i really love to start again , even though i have more that a hundreds of different books . Thanks for you anticipated reply !!!

taylor said...

you have incredible style. seriously. i'm so glad i found this blog so I can stalk you for inspiration.

great reads, by the way. I'm a HUGE bookworm. I even work in a bookstore. all i seem to do is readreadread.

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t said...

Cool outfit! Great red jeans!

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Kelly said...

I looooove those jeans. The colour is great with the blue heels.

Jessica said...

you rock in those red jeans. fit you like perfectly!!!!!!
yes, your outfit is simple AMAZING. :)

derek said...

perfect look!!! i wish i had an affection of reading like you do!!

Porcelain complexion said...

I've always been a bookworm too, I especailly love secondhand books! I've just brought several new ones that I can't wait to digest.

These shots are stunning!
I love that blazer with the hot red pant & vibrant blue shoes <3

Thanks for stopping by, just became a follower xo

P.s You hair is gorgeous too!

Fashion Cappuccino said...

OMG, those red pants are to die for! I love your photos! You have such an amazing eye for style! xoxoxoo

Thu Nguyen said...

I love reading!! I use to read so much in high school!
I loooooove those Zara jeans. The colour is amazing.

Hang out soon please. xx :)

Andrea said...

Ah love your blazer and those amazing red trousers! So odd, I was just telling my friend about your blog (she loves a fred) and it's so nice that you found mine. Love Fitzgerald too.

NRC♥ said...

Your outfit is gorgeous and I've always loved reading too.

NRC ♥

alannah. said...

you have amazing arm candy, more but more importantly - wowzeeeeer at those flaming hot red pants! they look freakishly good on you. & even more amaze when paired with that blazer & that glorious slouchy knit!x



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And I love this post really.)

Can you answer on my question?

What is your favorite place on earth and why?
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Pink Fox said...

Thanks so much for your lovely comment! :)
This outfit is beyond gorgeous! I love how the red pants goes with the white blazer and the huge scarf! I totally adore your style! :)
I love if we'd follow each other! :)
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Mila said...

Oh I love this look, great olors!

Joan said...

these wedges are awesome!

Sabrina said...

Amazing blog dear! And these outfitphotos are just amazing! ♥

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The PvdH Journal said...

I love the shade of red of your trousers! Scrolling down you've got some seriously great style!

Kristel Louisa said...

You're such a pretty and stylish girl! This is a really chic outfit. Love your wedges! Great blog :)

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Miri said...

Love the red cigarette pants on you - looks awesome <3

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Belle Armed said...

Love the pants, they rock.

You have a great figure

thekellytang said...

Love the zara pants! Books really are gifts from people's minds, never thought of it that way. :)

Following your lovely blog!

<3 Kelly

Silkybow said...

Love your shoes and red pants!
The brighter the red, the more I like it :)!
Very stylish, as always.

inanenglishaccent said...

ADOREEEEE the jeans!
and i LOVE reading, i've spent the last few nights being up til about 3am reading books! just attempting some tolstoy myself actually, his short stories aren't too hard!
the best book i've read recently though was Rebecca, if you haven't read it, check it out!
LOVE your blog! :) xxxxxxxxx

janet said...

You look so stunning, jess!
Love everything, especially your blazer and accessories!
Have a great day:)

Joanna S. said...

you look amazing !!!
i love your pants and blazer :)
xx

Joanna S. said...

you look amazing !!!
i love your pants and blazer :)
xx

Abi said...

so so so amazing!
head to toe seems perfect! i like your style.

Jazzy E (hivenn) said...

My mum's a librarian so I adore this post! We always have lots of books around (read something by sarra manning). Love the pants. x hivenn

Nikita said...

i love love love your outfit & i admire you because you were able to share your very personal story on your blog, i dont think i could ever do that

xx Nikita
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The Styleograph said...

wow u always have an amazing style! would love to shoot u someday! :)

all the best

Christian

J'Adore Fashion said...

Gorgeous outfit--shoes and pants are too chic! Lovely dear!

xoxo
Stella

Theresa said...

When I was younger I didn't really like reading, but now as I grow up, I realize that the way certain authors place words is so intriguing.

Your outfit is super cool! In love with everything you have on. (As for your fly, it happens to everyone. ahha)

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Exótica said...

gorgeous outift <333
pants red is WONDERFUL!

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Style Diaries said...

i have that sort of jeans and i so so love it its so stunning

Michelle Farrell said...

your jeans! your shoes! hot jess, very hot :)

next thing on my list is a pair of red jeans, i think your the only girl i've seen that suits red jeans so much.

xx

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Kim W. said...

wow cool comment!!!! how did you do that? I want one... :) I love love your outfit... the red pants are amazing with the white and red. and the jewelery ss stunning :kim x

ELIKSSIR said...

amazing outfit:) love your blog:D

Maiken said...

oh wow, I love your outfit and those stunning colours! yeah, simply amazing! :P

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Francesca Felix said...

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Gina Ri said...

love your jeggings!

kathleen said...

fan-fricking-tastic. that is exactly what this outfit is.

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jemappelleshen said...

fierce look. the fit and silhouettes are perfect!

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Meet Me On The Streets said...

These photos are great. Love coming back to your site and seeing your style, versatile but still very you. Especially love the photo with you doing the balancing act! Have you tried booko.com.au? It's great, compares prices of books in Australia (including shipping) across different websites. Best website since book depository (a lot of cheapest books still from B.D. anyway)

pj said...

love the clothes and pictures!

globalcitizensam said...

I ADORE this out fit. Especially the jeans

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