This is just to say

I haven't been posting many looks because I'm away at college and don't have my camera (even though I do have outfits I want to show y'all, because I've been creative, layering with socks and vintage jackets and dresses with reckless abandon!). You can take a gander at my Pinterest boards here if you still want some of my sartorial influence (heh, heh. Anyone? ...Anyone? Okay then...)--recently, I've been pinning most onto Outfit Inspo and Black Bootie Outfits. And fear not, my loyal readers, I actually update my Pinterest boards daily! ...A lot, actually, as I seem to have a lot of downtime at random times of the day/night. (Or maybe I'm just using my study time incorrectly. I dunno.)

Regarding actual blog updates, howeverrrr, I'm coming home for Thanksgiving Break tomorrow night (!!), returning here Sunday (boooo TT___TT), and then after a week of finals, I'm home free for Christmas and a month of Winter Break! I absolutely cannot wait--expect many pictures then, hopefully, if I can find time between all the activities and food and family time ^__^b

Updates on Life, aka Fresh Perspectives via Sarah

Long time no talk, faithful followers. In the interim of my absence, I have:

a) become a suffering college freshman
b) acquired a new pair of Frye Melissa Harness boots in Brown
c) acquired my first pair of Current/Elliot jeans--the High Rise Skinny in Bluebird
d) acquired a bunch of new clothing. Let's be real here, the list is way too long.
e) analyzed my campus's style and found it lacking.
f) found many fashion things with which to be enamored with.

So without further ado, I present to you my wish list shamelessly, just in case you feel like presenting the anguished new college freshman with a congratulatory, consoling gift.

1) The Ugg Nicco Oxford in Brandy-$250

Let me first preface this listing (or follow it up, at least, since it's a little late for prefacing) with the statement of my complete distaste towards Uggs--I mean, ugh is even in the name. I've even written a satirical article for my high school newspaper about how much I despise them (perhaps I'll post that next). 

However, I like to believe that everyone, and every brand, has some redeeming qualities, and I think I've just found Ugg's. These oxfords have a gorgeous patina and timeless style. They're one pair of Uggs I wouldn't be embarrassed to be seen in. 

Also, I have a completely irrevocable adoration of oxfords.

Moving on.

Image via Lady Katherine Sims.

2) Socks from Hansel from Basel-$3-39

Here's the thing. I love socks, but I don't like wearing them. If I do wear socks, they must be patterned or fun or textured, or otherwise complementary to my outfit. Hansel from Basel fulfills all of those prerequisites, and how fun would any of these be peeking out from oxfords?

3) Dusen Dusen Maps Collared Dress

Unfortunately, this is out of stock at Anthro and Need Supply Co. and wherever else they were selling it T^T But I still can--and will--hold out hope that one day... this baby will come into my possession. One day.

There's obviously a bunch more stuff on my wishlist (hello, active and zealous consumerism!) but I can't think of anything off the top of my head. Plus, these are pretty pricy pieces, so if y'all wanted to pool your money I wouldn't mind. ;)

I apologize in advance; outfit posts may be a little scarce--I have yet to find a doting slave willing photographer here at college. 

Thanks for sticking around anyway <3

Catching Up with the Yungsters

Sorry for missing a couple of days there! I have a bunch of pics too, just haven't uploaded them yet. Over Labor Day, we went down to the LA area for our cousin Kai's seventh birthday. He had a pirate dinner at this special reenactment place. It was cool, but another highlight of the trip for me was shopping at Fashion Island in Newport Beach. While there, I scored an awesome pair of... Drumroll please...

J Brand High Rise Biancas in Monaco :D

I got them from the awesome boutique Modern Romance for just $39. Best markdown ever--from $215. The shop girls didn't look exactly happy when we bought them, since the other pairs in all larger sizes were marked $99. However, I was understandably ecstatic. I can't wait to pair them with some heels and a dramatic top for a night out or something :) 

In other news, my sister bought an awesome $5 fedora from the Orange County Swap Meet which you'll probably be seeing soon.

Ta-da!

Here are a few more pics from the trip:

V-neck Pocket Tee-Madewell | Shorts-Forever 21

Hotel hallway pictures are fun :D I wanted to take pics with a more eerie feel inspired by The Shining, but we didn't have the time or the right clothes.

Sunglasses-Nordstrom BP. | Cardigan-Nordstrom BP. | I Hate Fashion Tee-Urban Outfitters | Garment Dyed Midi Shorts-Madewell

Fedora-OC Swap Meet | Pirates of the Caribbean Mickey Tee-Disneyland | shorts-Old Navy

Michael Stars and True Religion ♥__♥ If only we were rich.

Awesome fountain in front of American Rag Cie. Didn't get to go to American Rag though :(

Cool flower display on the steps.

Another fountain.

Macarons ♥__♥

Business is booming at Lette! 

Kai actually asked if we could take them off of there to eat.

Madagascar Vanilla, Lemon, 2 Chocolate, Latte, Coconut, Coconut, Strawberry, Lemon, Lychee, Mint. Nomnomnom. Delicious AND expensive, of course.

View from the Fashion Island parking lot.

And a last message from the OC Swap Meet to all you blog visitors: