All I See is Fireworks

Striped top & high waisted polka dot shorts:F21; Sandals:H&M; Bag:Aldo; Necklace:DIY

The Fireworks on the National Mall are the best by far. It was worth the hours of waiting, crowding, and pushing on the metro for a fireworks show that happens once a year for half an hour, and the three day weekend was the icing on the cake.

I didn't realize until after I dressed how festive I looked! Red, white, & black is close enough!

Food 4 Thought:Ben's Chili

Striped textured dress & heels (not shown): F21

Let's face it, every once and a while you crave some cheesy, greasy, carb filled slop, and allow yourself a measly taste only because your daily diet consists of rabbit food. After our Saturday night fever nothing hit the spot better than a late night (early morning?) snack of chili-cheese fries at Ben's Chili Bowl. Though the menu consists of much more than chili, I'll never understand the logic behind ordering anything other than the food listed in the restaurant title. Isn't that supposed to be the prized chow that people come from far and wide to eat? I can only speak on what I've had, but if his famous chili sparks my buds I can only imagine what other yummy eats the menu has to offer. If ever at 12th & U st. NW Ben's is a must. What could be better than a little history and an all american chili dog?

To Market, To Market

This is the first batch of pictures from my very eventful weekend...there was so much shopping and eating out I'm definitely satisfied for a good while (maybe a week ? hehe). We started off at Eastern Market...caught the metro to Pentagon City, and topped off the night at Bar 7. Needless to say my friend had an unforgettable weekend. 2 words: Pure Craziness!

Humpty Dumpty

Top & Skirt:F21; Belt:Vintage; Oxfords:JC Penney; Clutch:The Gap; Ring:NYC street vendor

If it hadn't before, last night kicked off the beginning of an eventful summer. The date was...well...interesting, and the night was one for the history books, with many more to come. Happy Hump Day!

Happily Ever After

Top: F21; White skinnies: H&M; Sandals: UO; Necklace: Anthropologie; Ring: NYC street vendor

I took my brothers to see Shrek 4 in 3D yesterday and LOVED IT! I don't get to spend much time with them because we're all so different in age, but the seldom times we do spend together we always have a good time :).

3-Piece

Blazer: F21; White striped long sleeved t-shirt: old; Denim vest: H&M (old); Shorts: H&M (old); Riding boots: old; Rings & Double wrap watch: F21; Studs: old

It's finally getting warm out and I'll take almost any opportunity to wear my legs out. I did get a few awkward stares while walking to class today, but for all they know I'm a hot-blooded werewolf (I'm currently reading New Moon), and they never get cold!

I'm still on the search for the perfect oxfords, I found some at Steve Madden that I'm pretty much sold on but not quite 100%. What do you all think?

Dots & Stripes

Striped turtleneck dress: H&M; Blazer: Anthropologie; Tights: Laila Rowe; Oxfords: Michael Khors; Clutch: For Love 21; Necklace: DIY; Earrings: Vintage; Bangles: F21, H&M, Aldo; Rings: F21; Polish: OPI-Big Apple Red

I wore this to my senior social last week. It was at a measly bar downtown but since I hadn't dressed up in a while I decided to go for the kill. I can't seem to get enough of horizontal stripes and blazers these days, and the tights were a nice mix of pattern. I must say though, I'm starting to get an itch for the springtime. . .the weather, the clothes, or lack there of rather ;-). Miami will definitely be a nice change of scenery, to say the least. I'll be in D.C. for the weekend, so look for pictures when I return on Sunday, happy weekend!

100

Oversized Sweater: Old Navy; Striped T-shirt: H&M; Floral skirt: F21; Thin belt: F21

It is officially 100 days until graduation (as of Jan. 29) and time is flying...It feels like just yesterday I was a freshie. Ah well..on to bigger and better. Congrats to all of those graduating in the spring! 2010 woooooh!!

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Model Pose?

Fur vest:F21; Sequin jacket & Trousers: 2b bebe; striped t-shirt: H&M; Heels: Aldo(old); Studded clutch: For Love 21; Earrings: Vintage; Rings: F21; Polish: OPI-Need Sunglasses

I was forced into doing a photo shoot for a friends class, and I must really love my friends because I consider myself the furthest person from a model. It wasn't half bad, but it was the first and last time I'll even consider doing it again.

I Have A Dream

Blazer: Thrift; Striped t-shirt: old; White tank: F21; Shorts: H&M; Tights: Laila Rowe; Metallic flats: old; Earrings: vintage; Rings: F21; Headband: Nordstrom

My friend Lissa had a barbecue in remembrance of the late, great Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The food was amazing, and the conversation was inspiring. I'm so grateful for good food and great company.

"Human progress is neither automatic nor inevitable... Every step toward the goal of justice requires sacrifice, suffering, and struggle; the tireless exertions and passionate concern of dedicated individuals."

Into the Night

Blazer: Zara; Striped t-shirt: H&M; Feather skirt: Bebe; Tights: old; Clutch: F21; Booties (not shown): Steve Madden; Earrings: F21; Leather bracelets: UO and F21; Ring: Old; OPI-Big Apple Red

I had to live it up for my last few nights in the city, considering I'll be deprived from it for the next few months while back at school. I love cold crazy nights out on the town with fun friends (and I'm pretty sure I just created my own tongue twister). Oh how I'll miss the city, though I'm looking forward to my last semester...more