BRB

 Well my lovely readers, I will be taking a very brief vacation from the blogosphere for the next eight days, as I am going on a trip to Seattle and Vashon Island!  But don't cry, I promise to come back!  How could I ever stay away?  (I couldn't, I'm an addict).  For now I leave you with this wonderful picture from Altamira.  Just imagine that is me waving and kissing you all goodbye, (I'd kill for that hair).

Truly yours,
Rachel

Dog Days Are Over

shirt: express men (stollen from sam), jean cutoffs: DIY, knee high socks: target, shoes: forever 21, chain link bracelet: vintage, blue bangle: gifted, ring: urban outfitters

photos by Sarah Klein

Why do I looks so sad in all of these photos?!  I swear I'm happy, I guess I just have sad eyes.  I wore this yesterday mainly around the house, considering it was gloomy and I didn't want to leave, (plus, Bravo reruns of Rachel Zoe Project were calling me).  I love me a good oversized men's shirt, it's just so easy and effortless!  And these socks are just so adorable, they make me feel like I'm in Clueless!  The little fur ball who is crashing most of these photos is Duncan, who previously showed off his questionable sense of style here.  Please excuse his scraggly appearance, he is actually being groomed as I type.  I hope everyone is having a wonderful week!

Edit: Thanks so much to Chictopia for featuring this outfit on their home page!  I am so grateful that such a wonderful and inspiring website is out there for us fashion bloggers and lovers! 

Truly yours,
Rachel

She Once Was Mine

Loving this pinup inspired editorial by The Ones2Watch!  The red lipstick looks so perfect against the muted pinks, creams, and whites of the clothing.  I want to wear every single one of these ensembles and look just as effortless!

I want to send a big thank you to all of my followers!  I realize I have not been updating on a regular basis and I am so so so sorry!  I have been working quite a bit and I am currently in the process of moving out of my college apartment, so just bear with me!

Truly yours,

Rachel

GASP

Why yes, that is the Dara Ettinger Angelica ring ON MY FINGER....and my counter!!!!  It is stunning, it is breathtaking, and it unexpectedly arrived on my doorstep yesterday!  Thank you so so SO much Uncle Jerrold!  I can't move, that's how gorgeous it is, it literally paralyzed me. 

The Storm Before The Calm

(blouse, sunnies, and shorts: forever 21, wedges: charlotte russe)
pictures by Sarah Klein
Yesterday I had my first day off work in a while, which means I finally got to pick out my own outfit!  It was a pretty uneventful and stormy day, spent taking Duncan to the vet and my sister shopping, so I opted for something basic.  These are a pair of my favorite shoes, which I have absolutely worn to death.  I know you have seen them before, but I added these stirrup-like wraps made out of cut stockings as an ode to those beautiful Fendis, and also because I totally managed to break these shoes and I thought it would be the best way to keep it cute while securing them to my feet!  I don't think I ever mentioned this, but I live in the woods, which makes for great outfit post settings!  Well, I am about to hit up the pool with one of my bests and enjoy our temporary break from this southern rain!  I hope you all enjoy your day, and remember to follow me on bloglovin!

Truly yours,
Rachel

Cravings

(via Chictopia, Garance Dore, J.Crew, Urban Outfitters)

So by now you know that I'm going on my big Europe adventure with Sam in the fall!  So it's only natural that I have come up with a serious wish-list of all my major wants/needs for the trip!  So here they are, everything I find to be absolutely necessary for my big trip that I have not yet purchased, combined with a few things I'm just desperately pining after.  The perfect, lightweight, classic trench for any chilly days we may encounter, the drool worthy Mulberry "Neely" bag, the perfect camera, a dress just as adorably perfect as the one Diane Kruger wore during the weekend of the Chanel resort show, a comfy pair of timeless, versatile loafers, and last but not least, the Dara Ettinger Angelica ring that reminds me of arts and crafts!  Ok....maybe some of these items aren't necessary for my trip, but a girl can dream!

Truly yours,

Rachel

Happy Birthday Momma!

Today is my momma's birthday, so I thought it was only appropriate to share some of these amazing photos of her!  Isn't she a total babe?!  These were all taken between 1978 and 1984, and I love that picture of my parents in their beachwear on their honeymoon in '83.  Happy Birthday Momma!  Love you sooooo much!

Truly yours,

Rachel

Valentino Fall 2010

(via style.com)

I've found myself unexpectedly uninspired by many of the fall 2010 lines that debuted this past spring.  I suspect that this may be partially due to the fact that a lot of the time, one particular line is plastered across every fashion blog within a 24 hour period, leaving me bored.  But the Valentino Fall 2010 RTW line is the exception.  The feminine lines, scalloping, and delicate folds, paired with the basic color palate result in a beautiful and classic collection that I absolutely love!  I know that it may not be the most shockingly innovative line, but what's so lovely about it is that it presents a new twist on very classic silhouettes and colors.  I know I'm in love, but what do you think?

It's A Learning Process

RAWR!

the puppies kept crashing our shoot!  the spaniel is Amelia and the lab is Luca!

If we flipped this over it would look like I was one of those vampire brides from Van Helsing!

I have antlers, you didn't know? 

These are just some out takes from two of my most recent outfit shoots!  Half of the photos we end up taking are more laughable than anything since I'm still learning how to not be a total dork in front of the camera.  I hope you all had a lovely weekend!

Truly yours,

Rachel

The Boys of Paris Fashion Week SS2011

Boys of Paris Fashion Week SS2011 from Justin Wu on Vimeo.

I am loving how adorable this video is.  But I must say, it made me realize how young all of those models are!  I mean, I guess I should have realized that if there are 15 year old female cat-walkers, then their male counterparts are probably just as green.  Enjoy!
I had to drive to Indianapolis today for a meeting, one that was conveniently located in the Nordstrom Cafe at Circle Center Mall.  I've officially decided that all of my meetings should take place there, followed by some serious retail lovin'!  I bumped into Caylee from If You Seek Style during my shopping spree, and it was so exciting to finally meet another fashion blogger!


Truly yours,
Rachel

Trippin'

(via we heart it, style and the city)

I think I mentioned before that in the early fall months I will be going on a European adventure with S!  It pretty much goes without saying that I am SO FREAKING EXCITED...cough, sorry bout that.  I wanted to share some of the inspiring photos I have saved up that are only contributing to my uncontrollable excitement.  I may have gone picture crazy with this post, but I was having so much trouble narrowing it down to my favorites.  The last photo is a picture of love padlocks that couples attach to various gates, bridges, and lamp posts across europe.  I made one for S a few months ago, and I'm planning on leaving a few behind in our favorite stops on the trip!  We are going to Amsterdam, London, Paris, Nice, Barcelona, Granada, and all over Italy.  

 If anyone has any suggestions on things we must do, places we should go, shops I need to spend my money at, etc. etc. please please PLEASE let me know. 

Truly yours,

Rachel

P.S. I just realized we will be in London for fashion week....EEPS!