on patriotism & style

I've never been labeled particularly fashionable, though I've gone considerably far from the days of untamed hair (who knew it was actually rather curly) and big nineties glasses. In high school, my best friend was super-cute, and I found her example inspiring.

In college, one of my roommates, besides being naturally gorgeous, had an incredible eye for style. She taught me all the rules and had a large closet. My wardrobe is sadly lacking since we "broke up", i.e. are no longer roommates.

So now I'm left to my own devices.




















I was pretty proud of myself when I put together this outfit on July 3, not even thinking of styling for Independence Day, which was the next day. But the next day was Independence Day, so it worked out even better.

Maybe the tide has turned.