Ring in Spring: My New Favorite Color Palette

After flipping through the latest crop of Spring fashion magazine (and naturally flipping through them over and over again), I was suprised by the three ads that stood out to me. I, as most of my good friends know, am a student of the color black. I live in it, every season, in some way or another. But these three ads, all representing these muted colors of mauves and camels and rose pinks took the cake for me. Whether I will find myself in these colors, I'll let you know. For now, enjoy the colors of the season.

Lacoste



Chloe



Missoni



Get into Spring, sweetnesses!

My Latest Thrifty Purchases

As I'm sure we all know by now, fashion doesn't have to mean a large sum of money. I know for all of us here at Fancy Frock, the bargain is the real treasure. Here are 4 of my most recent bargain buys and how I came about them.



At a local thrift store in San Diego, I found a leather blazer similar to this one for a mere $12.95. Mine is more of a camel tan color and made of super supple leather. Perhaps someone discarded it due to the ever-present heat? But as I get ready for my trip back to my sweet Seattle, it's a perfect vintage layering piece.



This simple Matix brand tee I found new at the swap meet. $5, people. And stripes are timeless!



For $10 at Urban Outfitters (who doesn't love the sale items!), this faux fur stole seems to add a touch of luxe to any simple outfit.



Steve Madden sandals from Ross. At only $20, these are a steal to me! So much attitude for so little money. Also in bronze!

What are your latest bargains?

Confessions of a Shopaholic: a Petit Review

There are a few things that should just be said initially about this film. One: Obviously, the movie is never going to be as good as the book. In what case is it EVER as good? Two: It's a movie about shopping. Read: meant to be frivolous. Three: Chick flick in February. Four: Certainly not the SATC movie. Five: Poorly acted.

BUT! ASIDE from these obvious facets of the movie COAS, it was actually reasonably entertaining. To me, it did it's hour and a half job. And in a lot of ways, like the book was, the story is honestly relatable; especially for avid shoppers. For instance: On numerous occasions, the importance of good window displays in shops is highlighted. Also expressed: that nagging feeling of when you pass up some item you were on-the-fence about, then see someone else rep'n in some extraordinary way, meaning you must now, more than ever, own than once previously on-the-fence item. These seemingly small things were actual quite present, making this seemingly vapid film also really charming.

Point: do not expect your shopping life and mindset to be changed nor to feel like you wasted ten dollars. See this movie for that it is: purely entertaining.

Top 12-ish favorite songs and what I wore today.

A typical "rainy day at school" outfit.

Faux leather jacket-H&M

Cardigan-The Gap

White top-Some cheapo store on Sunset in LA

Leggings-AA

Bag-Marc by Marc Jacobs [always so heavy, I swear my right side is going to be lower that my left for the rest of my life!]

Circle Scarf-Held Over on Haight [Thanks to Rachel!]

Docs-Via. Buffalo Exchange in the Mission

Music is one of the key influences in my life and therefore affects my mood and the way I dress. Here are some of my favorite songs as of late: [in no particular order... none at all!]

#Talking Heads-Sugar on My Tongue

#Yelle-Tu Es Beau

#Department of Eagles-No One Does It Like You

#Handsome Furs-Cannot Get Started

#Bon Iver-Re:Stacks

#Beyonce-[OK, it's a tie] Video Phone, Diva, Ego

#CSS-Alala

#Pulp-Sorted for E's and Wizz

#Weezer-No One Else

#Madcon-Beggin'

#Juelz Santana and Jim Jones-Pop Champagne

ANNND pretty much every song off of Merriweather Post Pavillion.

As of late;

I attended a 90s alternative dance/sing-a-long party on Saturday night with fellow Fancy Frocker Rachel and I've been stuck in the 90s ever since!

I even traded in some clothes for a pair of Doc's at Buffalo Exchange!
[$35 at 50% off...what a steal]

Wearing my hair all messy.

A listening to a lot of:

Pictures to INSPIRE

There is a website that I frequently go to for my daily dose of fashion, art, craft, and simple living inspiration. There is so much out there to draw inspiration from and flick is definitely an awesome place to go. Check it out, set up an account, join some groups and get inspired...and upload your own photos and start inspiring others! Here are a few photos, out of almost 500, that I currently have on my favorites list on flickr! Enjoy!

Proenza Schouler, you guys always impress me.

Flawless.