Hey, Sailor!

I'm a ridiculous procrastinator when it comes to photos and have FINALLY uploaded all of my pictures from Halloween. As a sailor, it was my duty to drink, curse and misbehave like any good shipmate would. I found a nautical vintage frock and took it in just a touch at the waist, donned '50's red lipstick, finger-wave curls, back-seamed stockings, false lashes and an outrageously gaudy fake red rose tattoo. Ooh, and did I mention the handsome captain on my arm? ;) The evening was a splendid success, despite my splitting headache and general dishevelment the next morning (but that's a sailor's life for ya). Here's a pic from the spooky night.



Adore everything nautical? Check out these seriously sea-worthy goodies (click on the pics to visit their sites!):

Browsing (Not Shopping)

With so many attractive goodies to drool over, what's a broke girl to do these days? Lately, I've gotten into the painful, yet oh-so yummy, habit of "browsing" online, not shopping! I scan, scroll, oggle, gasp... A sweater or pair of pumps may accidentally fall into my shopping cart, but a mighty click! on that x button instantly eliminates all temptation...for a few minutes at least...

These little ditties are a treat for the roving eye:

I am obsessed with Armour Sans Anguish's whimsical confections, made entirely out of recycled fabrics! My sister had a gorgeous dress custom-made out of creamy vintage lace for her wedding reception -- she sent Tawny Holt her measurements and payment info, received the dress in the mail within weeks and it fit perfectly!


Ah, L.A.M.B, how I love thee! Finally an artist's designer label that actually delivers. Pin-up girl meets sexy secretary meets bad ass punk chic in these adorably quirky booties. Drool.













These high-waisted trousers by French Connection are the best I've found so far -- elegant and classic without a lot of junk around the waist. As a long-waisted gal, I appreciate the ability to transform my awkwardly-hanging, too-short tops into sleek tucked-in goodness. Whip off the button-down and trade for a sexier number after the 9-5 shift is up.