2013 Fall Essentials

Since summer technically ends this weekend it means it's that time again! I did it last year and here is my list for this year.

Door knocker earrings
(Of course) But this time I upgraded to a pair of chucky gold lions from Nasty Gal.

Knit Leggings
My favorite leggings from Target but in a new cable knit style. Super comfy, super cute!

Eucerin Lotion
I have bad eczema, mostly on my hands but cold weather doesn't help. It dries it out even more. But Eucerin (super rich) lotion is ideal!

EOS lip balm
On the topic of fall being a chilly time that also means cracked and chapped lips. No one likes that! Eos lip gloss is my favorite right now. Although it's a bit pricy look out for them on sale at drug stores or Target.

Big sweaters/hoodies
I am stealing "borrowing" them mostly from my boyfriend. A big crew neck, leggings, a statement necklace, and a pair of sneakers is an ideal fall uniform.

Sneakers
And all that note; every girl needs a reliable pair of kicks.

Messy fish tale
You know for the days you don't know what to do with your mane.

Chai Tea
Ideal for the fall season. My mother's friend makes his own mix, so all I do is add the spices to water and sugar, let it boil for an hour (makes the whole house smell good!) then store it in the fridge.

Army Jacket
I just love my army jacket. It coast 5 bucks and is just a great style piece to vamp up any look.


Soft Pink Lipstick

Red lipstick will always be my go to color but a soft pink, almost nude lip is ideal for a little something extra in the day time. Very subtle and not too over the lop. My favorite is "Princess" by Covergirl Lipslicks  

just a fill in

Working on another list of fall essentials for 2013. Until then there's this post.

 

Wore this on Football Sunday. My boyfriend has realized or taken upon himself to think I dyed my hair in honor of the Seahawks. Sure... Let's go with that.

On the other hand; Seattle has been experiencing some late summer thunder storms. Layering up!

Leggings (Target) $8.00 x Jacket (Love City Love -Pop Up Shop) $20.00

Hoodie (American Apparel) $20.00 x Shirt (Target - Phillip Lim Collection)

Earrings (Sally's Beauty Supply)

catch a break

BLAH!

That's really I can say. I've been working like crazy. Started my new job, which I love, but my body and mind and personal life are still trying to get use to the new schedule. This being the 3rd week, I think I am getting a better handle on things.

That being said; a new post. Finally. This one is jam packed. I promise.

This outfit was from a few days ago. I was hosted an event at Re-Bar that night and my fellow poet/friend was visiting so I took him to a Mobb Deep show. Because when you visit me in Seattle shit like that happens.

Once again this is another Drop Dead Clothing post. I love this line! I truly can not get enough of it. It's creepy, hip, and oh so comfy. A bit pricey but I think it's worth it in the end since their line is so original. Obsessed! Clearly.

             

Door Knocker Earrings x Polo Shirt - Drop Dead Clothing

Shorts (DIY Shorts)

Tights (Nordstrom Rack) $4.00

Jordan 1's Retros

"Say I Wanna Know"

I can't get over how good it feels to be home. And how I love being able to see everyone I missed.

In other random news I missed someone's birthday so I went shopping at alive & well today. Grabbed them something ideal.

   

Since I live in Seattle, I love owning these converse but I have to be careful since they are white. So far, so good.

Converse - (Sneaker City) $35.00

Jeans - (H&M) $12.00 x Hoodie (H&M) $20.00

T-shirt (Nordstrom Rack) $9.00

DIY Army Jean Jacket

Bamboo earrings (Sally's) $3.50

guttersnipe's 10 fall (accessories) essentials

Fall is among us! September, October, and November are by far my favorite months. They have so much promise to them and always have such a great fresh feeling. So with that I thought I should share with y'all my top ten must have fall accessories essentials. And with that said here they are (in no particular order):

10. Bamboo Door Knocker Earrings - I am a fan of them. So trashy and so 80's. I am all about working them year round but fall is the best season for them.

Beauty Supply Store

9. China Glaze Sea Spray & Fifth Avenue Nail Polish - These colors are great! Fifth Avenue is a very red rust color and Sea Spray is a gray color that dries with dark blue streaks. I am of course wearing both right now. They go great together.

Beauty Supply Store

8. Krink Paint Marker in Mint - I am a huge fan of fat paint pens and hands down Krink make the best kind. This is the pen I actually use as the accent color for the new logo.

Art Supply Store

7. Reese's Peanut Butter Cups - After a long day and a nice cup of tea, whoo yee! These are the best.

6. Target Mossimo Leggings - I can wear these every day if I could. They look good with anything, Great to work out in, sleep in, and even go out in. A HUGE fall must have for me.

Grocery Store                                                        Target 

5. Beanies - I mean, I got to keep my head warm. I mean, I got to keep my head warm in style.

4. Red Lipstick - Once again another year round item for me but nothing like a little pop of bright red lips in the fall season.

Alive & Well                                     Chanel "Rogue" Lipstick

3. Scarfs - Got to keep that neck warm! I usually go for either bright scarfs for fall because like rep lips it's another place to add a great pop of color or a crazy graphic prints that will help improve a more chill layout back outfit.

Nordstrom Rack

2. Manic Panic Ultra Violet Hair Dye - I mean my hair is naturally purple because I am a guttersnipe unicorn but days I need to freshen it up...

Beauty Supply Store

1. Chuck Taylors - I've been "craving" a pair of chucks for a while now. I was going to great a cream color (a wiser choice for fall) but I went with the bold white because why not. Screw those silly "no white after labor day" rules! Plus these shoes are made to get beat up and dirty. It gives them some character.

All Vinyl

I need more vinyl in my life! (Like most people need more cowbell...) Last night I went to a great DJ basement dance party at Barboza on Capitol Hill. It was 4 different DJs only spinning ONLY classic vinyl records. It was amazing!

Nothing can touch the sound of vinyl. That crisp, sweet crackle sound it makes. Plus throw in some of Seattle's best DJs and it's a party!

I of course wanted to dress like I was in the 50's. Plus be able to wear something not only I could dance in but also sport a dress I can twirl in. No skirt does the job better than my "minnie mouse" skirt.

Gold shoes (Nordstrom Rack) $25.00
"minnie mouse" skirt (Goodwill) $3.00
Black Shirt (Old Navy) $4.00
Door knocker earrings (gift)