Moustache Man and I are going on a badminton adventure.  With a yummy sandwich in tow, I think it’s going to be a pretty dandy Saturday afternoon.

credits: only hearts bralette, finderskeepers playsuit, reed krakoff sandals

I popped into Buttons & Bows a couple weeks back and picked up this polka dotted number.  It’s easily become one of my favorite dresses and I’m sure it’ll be a staple in my summer wardrobe.  In other news, I’ve been earnestly trying to break in my hi-topperoos by kicking, scuffing and general dirt stomping.

credits: viereck dotty dress, hi-top chucks

Ever since Peter Jensen made his tulle front dress, I’ve been interested in silhouettes that play with layered texture.  The strand dress has a pleated front panel that layers over a strapless power mesh slip.  Adding the cincher belt gives some shape, but allows the pleats to move freely.  Knotted belts look cool, but can be fussy (you need a good vintage belt that’s soft enough to loop and stay), so I made it fully fashioned, with a metal hook to fasten at center back.

credits: strand dress, cincher belt

I’ve been working on my portfolio . . . just getting my hand back and sketching things I’d like to wear.  I’m anxious to give the croquis more personality and dress them in my designs!

credits: curbside zip hoodie, whisp tank, slinger bike shorts

I am not worthy.

credits: premiata plexi heel boots, premiata silver ankle boots, premiata ankle boots