La Petite Mort: Slip Into Something More Comfortable…
La Petite Mort is a performance artist located in Seattle, WA. With a flare for the dramatic, a saucy approach to fashion (in the rare moment she’s wearing any), and a serious love for the rush of a good steal, she is the Queen of Gore, and the Broke-Ass Babe that will add a little imagination to your day, and leave you feeling uncomfortable in all the best ways.
New obsession: Nighties.
From outward appearances it would seem I lead a glamorous life. In reality, probably just like you, I throw on yoga pants and a t-shirt the minute I get home. I made a late New Year’s resolution. I need to stop doing this. I should add a little opulence to my life. I decided to start small with simply sleeping in nighties, preferably silk.
Sound expensive? I raided my local Value Village and walked away with 5 silk vintage nighties for a whopping $40. Last night, possibly for the first time ever, I slept in silk. It was kind of amazing.
You should try it. Start small, maybe weekends. Just do a little something for you.
I have a strange obsession with anything romper like.
(Left: Crochet Lace Deep-V Romper, $48; Right: Mary Green Nouveau Retro Teddy, $48)
I would potentially give up a non-essential organ for this amazing silk romper by Faire Frou Frou ($154).
Lately I’ve been loving things that are well, beyond vintage and have only what I can describe as an “old timey”, romantic feel. (Left: Pinehurst Lingerie Cream Slip with Chiffon & Lace Trim from Blackbird Antiques NC, $14; Right: Daydreamers Frilly Negligee by Emma Highfield, $58.46.)
Stay tuned to B&B for more from La Petite Mort, a Broke-Ass Babe! You can also stalk her on Twitter at @MissLaPetite, or on her site, GlitterAndGore.com.
There’s No Such Thing As Summer aka Here Are Some Cool Sweaters That I Like.
If there’s one thing I’ve learned from experiencing the seasons of the Pacific Northwest for close to 30 years, it’s this: seasons mean nothing. Seasons are like saying “Hey! The weather may do something today that it didn’t do yesterday!” which makes me feel like there are likely 365 seasons per year in the PacNW, and most of them look like this:
High of 59°F, low of 55°. Overcast with occasional sun breaks. Chances of rain, sun, and/or wind.
Pretty predictable, but at the same time, completely unpredictable. However, Seattle isn’t new to the game – we’ve learned that there is one core element of a Pacific Northwest wardrobe, and that element is: sweaters.
So many sweaters, I have. There is not a season when I could not comfortably wear a sweater on pretty much any given day (save for our annual Actual Summer Week in August, where the temperature will hit such summer-esque heights as 99°, 85°, and 107°! That goodness it only lasts for 7 days, on average.). Therefore, I – and many others, I’m sure – have some serious sweater elitism. I know what I like, I know what I don’t like, and I know what makes me look like an eskimo (not that there’s anything wrong with eskimos, I just don’t need 5″ of yarn between me and nature’s elements, ok?).
Why am I posting this now, at the dawn of spring? Because I feel like it. And also because this is the first season of the year that anyone will actually see what you’re wearing underneath your wool coat, 2 scarves, and windbreaker-lined-with-heating-pads, so now we have to give a crap what we look like under there.
Left image: J.Crew Marled Cable Pullover, $34.99; GAP Open Knit Textured Sweater, $49.95
Right top: ModCloth Not What It Streams Sweater, $47.99; Right bottom: Mango Loose Fit Double-Breasted Cardigan, $39.99
Monday Wedgie: Extremely Loud & Incredibly Tall
We were due for a good, loud, colorful wedge that isn’t necessarily reasonable or logical, but is incredibly budget-friendly.
These couldn’t be more appealing to me. We’ve been on a yellow binge, and combine that with an espadrille with an ankle strap and you pretty much have me in my weakest spot. All of the leather is faux, so these are effectively cruelty-free – except for the part where I’m not wearing them. That’s the cruelest part of all.
> SODA Terani Wedges: $26.99 at Tilly’s <
Sneakin’: PF Flyers Astor
You can all thank a certain Broke & Beautiful Boyfriend for this find. I was sent a link to PFFlyers.com and went directly to the “Last Call” section, as I’m wont to do, where I stumbled upon these glorious beasts.
I love leather on old-school hi-top sneakers. (See Jen’s Call It Spring! sneakers for more on that.) More than that, I love unconventional neutrals, like a good, mid-tone grey. Reserved for drab corporate offices and concrete – but on a shoe?! A hi-top shoe?! I love every bit of it. Not to mention the black is so sleek and clean, but so rough & tough at the same time. Yum.
Plus, since I found them while scouring the Last Call section, they are deliciously discounted.
> PF Flyers Astor Sneakers: $71.99 (Reg. 89.99) <
Quick Link: Write-Off Your Wardrobe!
Last week, Refinery 29 posted an excellent article today about the various ways you can use your shopping habit to benefit your taxes! There are so many ways we could do our taxes in our own benefit. From writing off interview clothes to tracking your gas to and from work to collecting receipts from initial client meetings in coffee shops… There are so many ways that you can save money on your awesome life! Check out this Refinery 29 article to learn about some of the wardrobe-related ones!
How Fashion Can Save You $$$ On Your Taxes
Wedgie Preview: Comfort Shoes Aren’t Ugly
I’ve always said that there is such a thing as comfortable, fashionable shoes – they’re not the Unicorn of the shoe world.
I’ve now seen it with my own eyes.
My new Aerosoles.
Can you believe it? Aren’t they the cutest little things you’ve ever seen? I’ve been calling them my Minnie Mouse Shoes. We’ll do a full review soon, but I couldn’t wait to show ‘em off!
Sale Sale: 30% Off J.Crew’s Sale Section with Coupon Code
I love waking up to sales like this one.
Take 30% off of J.Crew’s sale section with the code: SHOPNOW
I tested it, ahem, so I know it’s legit.
Here are the things I desperately want and need:
1. Honeycomb Cable Knit Sweater, $19.99 ($13.99 after discount)
2. Lana Cami, $19.99 ($13.00 after discount)
3. High-Waisted Skinny Cords, $29.99 ($20.99 after discount)
4. Blythe Blouse in Silk, $69.99 ($48.99 after discount)
5. Shimmer Bow Sweater, $69.99 ($48.99 after discount)
Check out the sale here!
Who Loves Ya?: Under $15 Round-Up
It’s Thursday. Thursdays are uneventful. It’s just how things are! I mean, uneventful until 8pm when 2/3 of the country commence in getting smashed. I miss the Friday Morning Hangover Crew, sliming their way through the office halls…
But not that much.
To perk up your Thursday, we would like to offer you a sizeable list of…
Things Under $15!
Highlights!
Tops
- Old Navy Dolman-Sleeve Hoodie, $12
- J. Crew Pintucked Henley, $9.99
**Take an extra 30% off sale with the coupon code we’ll be posting later today!
Dresses
- Floral Chiffon 2-fer Dress, $14.99
- Color Block A-Line Dress, $12.49
- **Vila Dress, $12.49
- 3/4 Sleeve Bodycon Minidress, $14.32
Bottoms
- Coral Knit Bodycon Skirt, $9.99
- **Lace Leggings, $12.50
- Matte Black Liquid Leggings, $14.99
- Vibrant Mid-length Printed Skirt, $14.99
Shoes
Bags
- Charlotte Russe Floral Box Clutch, $9.50
- **Cath Kidston Shopper Bag, $10.74
- Woven Stripe Crossbody Bag, $12.50
Accessories that aren’t shoes or bags…
- Pieces Yar Yana Scarf, $10.74
Happy Thursday!
Link Love: April 11, 2012
Here are some of our favorite links from the week!
A French Cat, indeed.
– The French Cat & The French Dog are photo projects that have nothing to do with organization and everything to do with beautiful settings and KITTIES & PUPPIES.
– When I saw these chalk tablets on Design*Sponge, I wanted them so badly. Definite multi-taskers for years to come! How would you use them?
– Are you super good at scavenger hunts? Well, if you’re in one of the nation’s major cities, you could win a free pair of Madewell jeans!
– It makes it really hard to whine about being old when I’m reminded that aging is going to be awesome & see stuff like the above. (By Advanced Style – you should all follow for mega-ageless inspiration!)
– A Beautiful Mess came up with 4 cute ways to add lace trim to your hair! (Naturally, I’m obsessed with the top knot.)
– Love this Sid & Nancy roundup.
– Our favorite petite salope jewelry designers at Lochers Paris, has a new collection our for all your cheeky, passive needs.
– I am enamored with the throwback feel of this Gypsy 05 dress!
– How to get one of the most classic beauty looks ever.
– Wondering what I’d have to/be willing to do to get my hands on Orla Kiely’s latest collection without a) paying for it or b) stealing it. (via Eat Drink Chic)
– Ashe (of the Mischief variety) gives the low-down on her favorite beauty products.
– The top 100 Etsy picks from the peeps over at Fashionista, and they’re all under… $150. (Yeesh.)
Leave your links in the comments!
