I'm on a one week break from uni right now. Yesterday was the first day, and I found myself lying in bed at 9am with the whole day lying in front of me, laden with opportunities. For the first time in a while, I had absolutely no plans. I lay there and stared at the bright Spring morning outside my window and thought, "What should I do today? How should I smother this day with things that I will enjoy?"
Bearing in mind that I spent all my money at Zara last week and am currently surviving on $1.60 until my paycheck on Wednesday, there was still a whole bunch of things I could've done. I could've gone down to the park and read, I could've taken a walk, I could've gone to the nearest McDonalds and picked me up three soft serves, I could've donned my bikini, sat in my shower and pretended like I was at the beach. Coulda, woulda, shoulda.
Vintage Burnt Velvet Fringed Shawl from: Twin Cat Vintage
PVC Leggings by: Black Milk Clothing
Wooden animal necklace: Second-hand markets
Heels: Zu Shoes
XL Black Buckle Up Leather Bracelet and Multi-Bar tan and gold bracelet by: Wanderlust + Co
Double-Gem Khaki and Gold Ring and Hunter Green Grasp Stone Ring by: Wanderlust + Co
Yellow sheer sleeveless button-up: Random generic brand
Bag: Thrifted
Skeleton earring: Lovisa
All images shot by: Vinh Pham / Ve Noir Studios.
Instead, I hauled ass to the kitchen, stocked up a few grilled cheese sandwiches and settled into bed for a long day of watching The Wire. I went through 11 episodes. Each episode is an hour long. I spent 11 hours on Monday watching The Wire. I'm just going to try and justify this by pointing out that it's Obama's favourite TV show and since we both have the same character (Omar, a homosexual Robin Hood of the Baltimore drug scene), the U.S. president and I have more in common than you think. I probably have a bright future in politics ahead of me, guys. The title of this blog post is a quote from the show. If you enjoy flawless scriptwriting and even more flawless delivery by seriously quality actors - look no further.
65 comments:
Love this Jess!! Those Black milk leggings are hot on you. Reowwww. :)
Oooo, your legs look like they've been suction wrapped in shiny celophane (And I mean that in the best way possible)
Love your little throw, haaaawt.
-Laura x
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I'm guessing the last photo means you went to Cost Co? haha I love your posts!
I just emptied my entire wallet at Zara this weekend, too. Your outfit is incredible, especially that decadently beautiful shawl, the mustard hued blouse, and those Catwoman-esque pants. Here's to making it to Wednesday on a $1.60!
♥, Jamie
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You look AMAZING!
Thank you for your lovely comment - I think you should buy it and try it... Red lipstick is timeless and more importantly AWESOME! It's given me so much happiness
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Thank you for your lovely comment jess :) really loving your blog. Your photos are magical!
Beautiful outfit posts
ill check you on twitter :) xo
Your outfit looks fab. You're slowly tempting me to buy a pair of super shiny, shiny tights from blackmilk now... haha
thank u for the comment! so nice :) the outfit is great!
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that PVC leggings really look great on you! I love your top and heels.
well hope you have fun in your short break :D
Grilled cheese and TV binges. Sounds AWESOME. Love the gypsy-like feeling to your outfit too. I think it's the shawl that does it.
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THESE photos are so perfect! Now following! :D
Have a Good Day!
David
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gorgeous outfit, I love your bag- it's so pretty. you've got amazing style, I follow ;)
xx
that blouse is gorgeous, the color suits you so well! The whole outfit is divine! Pretty girl!
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Love your look ! Pretty post !
Enjoy your off week !
Thanks for the lovely comment. I`m following. :)
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WOW!!! Great STYLE & BLOG!!! Already following you and learning from your style!!!!!
I think I saw you the other day at your workplace! Do you work at Le Coq Sportif? :P Haha unfortunately I was too blind to see if it was really you so I didn't get to say hi.
Anyway, I really love your bag and shoes :D
That shawl is amazing!!! This is such a fantastic look!
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The first time I open your blog I immediately liked, and immediately following.
As usual looking fabulous! Love the leggings and scarf a lot! <3 x
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This is probably my fave outfit post of yours so far....yummy.
i'm a newbie to your blog! i really love this outfit...its so effortless looking and you look lovely! i especially love the detail shots.
great photos, great post!
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sounds like a great 11 hours lol!m and good God your holding my favorite chocolates (hersey nuggets)
XX
Vi from Cali
digging on your shawl, so amazing. Reminds me of an old witch, but in a good way- obvs.
xo Camilla
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Amazing look! :) Bet, your looking very Gorgeous!
Kaye (http://thestyleflux.blogspot.com)
Eating and watching T.V. for 11 hours sounds great actually! hahaha. Your outfit is really cool. I love the leggings!
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such an awesome outfit! x
love ur accessories!!! and such a nice shawl!!!!
absolutely love ur blog... ure so stylish! a real inspiration! im following :)
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its perfectly okay to waste away the day watching nonsense. I do it every chance i get.
and that shirt and shawl combo is amazing. i lovelovelove your sense of style.
xtaylor
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wonderful photos!! i love your bag <3
You look so stylish! I just discovered your blog and already seen many of your posts, you look amazing:) I like your combinations a lot, great mix n' match style!
Chrysa
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great accessories!
Love,
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gorgeous outfit! i love your shawl, and button up. great color on you!
x
I'm going to download I MEAN LEGALLY PURCHASE The Wire cause everybody is going on about how good it is. And if you can watch it for 11 hours in one day, that's a good enough recommendation for me. If it's crap I blame you! lolz
Coulda Woulda Shoulda. That went through my mind in Carrie's voice.
Your outfit is lovely, even though you've mixed probably every kind of texture possible I still think it looks great on you.
11 hours is an intense session of one TV show, I might have quick preview of The Wire and see if I like it.
leather leggings... you're officially a bad ass
:p
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I love your mustard sheer top! I absolutely adore your style.
xx char
haha that's such an intense photo of chocolate!
Loooks pretty ;) loveee it :D
" I could've donned my bikini, sat in my shower and pretended like I was at the beach. " hahahha something i like to do every summer cos i hate the sun.
xx
everyone, after stalking Jess, run to read Rookie Mag!
you are a fashion goddess sent from the heavens. your style and swag is preeetty SWEET.
this look is b-e-a-utiful. i love everything about it...quite entranced by it actually.
♡Amanda
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you've an amazing style!
Love your outfit Jess!
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great outfit, as always. you have amazing style
love
Belle
This is a wonderful outfit Jess! I am in love with those rings!
--Ciara :)
that burned velvet shawl is shittt coooll !!!
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The Wire is one of my favorite shows ever!!
Season 3 is my absolute favorite ♥
great outfit as always!
I love all the accessories!
You're the most versatile blogger I've seen to date! You were actually among the first 5 blogs I read that got me addicted to the blogosphere! I love how you can seamlessly transition and shift from outfit to outfit, with no connecting thought, it just works! xxAnisa
Hope you recieved your paycheck today! I guess it was worth it to spend all in Zara! I´ve been there done that too!
I can´t explain how cool this outfit is. Specially love the color of the shirt!
xx
Great !! Great!! Great!!!!!
I love everything about you outfit, its so Incredibly outstanding!!!!
Love it :)
i'm so glad i stumbled upon your blog because i adore your style! i went through a few of our older posts and looove every single outfit! i'm your newest follower. xx
Love this outfit! Great wrap!
GTBB,
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Where's your face gone?!
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such a brilliant post once again! I love your style! :P and that outfit is AMAZING!!
this is so stunning i love every single piece.
xoxo,
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love your shirt and your pants!
have a great holiday!
that's a bit sexy.
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I was so touched that you commented on my blog as I've read yours for years - Thank you! I love this look, great post as always. X
Big big like for your outfit! You look so beautiful!^^
See ya! ;)
xoxo
Antonia
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Thanks so much for your comment. So darling. I love your jewelry in this picture. Such a fan of accessories!
Xoxo,
Owlways,
Carmen.
such cool photos, love the bag! and don't worry, everyone needs lazy days sometimes :) the amount of time I avoid doing hw by watching tv...
<3 Alison
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I Love the burnt out autumn colours of this outfit. Absolute perfection.
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girl, your style is to die for!!
it doesn't happen often, but I like everything about it.
would be a pleasure if you followed too..
xxx
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lovely outfit!!!
LOVE everything about this look! you look mighty fine girl! those wet look tights and awesome fringing are perfect! killer look nonetheless
x Lauren
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