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Archives for January 2011

Happy Hump Day: Charlie Cox

Charlie Cox is a pretty recent newcomer to the acting scene and is best known for his role as Tristan Thorne in the 2007 film adaptation of Neil Gaiman’s novel, Stardust. If you haven’t checked this movie out, please do! It didn’t do very well while out in theaters, but almost everyone I know that has watched it has fallen in love with the story, as well as Mr. Cox (feels like I’m talking about a dirty stripper or a bad porn, sorry Charlie). It’s perfectly charming and magical, just as any good fantasy film should be and that’s partly due to both Charlie and Claire Danes’ performances (along with Neil Gaiman’s ridiculous storytelling skills). Is it wrong to say that I may love him more in period costumes than in regular day-to-day clothing? OK, who am I kidding? I’d take him any way!

Make sure to check him out in this year’s Killing Bono, a fun movie about two rival bands from Dublin – one being U2. He’ll be starring alongside fellow British hottie, Ben Barnes. Hot Brits and killer music? I guess I’ll just start standing in line now. 😉

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{30 Days of Fashion}: Day 4

January 4th, 2011

Top; Forever 21
Cardigan; Forever 21
High-waisted skirt; American Apparel
Ruffled flats; Kenneth Cole Reaction found at Loehmann’s
Hoop Earrings; Old Navy
Headband; Wet Seal
Watch; Crow

I love me a good high-waisted skirt. Why? Well, it shows off the smallest part of my body and both works for office and play-time. After a very rough Monday, I decided to liven my mood through fashion! I paired the denim-styled skirt with another punch of red (seems to be my color this year, I guess) through an adorable floral top and fun cropped cardigan. I also continued the whimsy with ruffly flats and a sweet little headband to tame my too-long bangs. Although my outfit couldn’t have been cuter, I had another rough day fraught with yet more car troubles. Apparently, my car is not a fan of 2011. But no worries, I’ll whip that bitch into shape.

Luckily, later that night, I was rewarded with a haircut and color (isn’t it the best therapy???), so look out for my new look in tomorrow’s blog post!

Squeeworthy: Pirate Radio//The Boat That Rocked

I had wanted to see this movie ever since I laid eyes on the first trailer, but finally got around to checking it out last week while the hubs and I were having a lazy night consisting of a couch, butternut squash soup & On Demand. I knew I’d like it, but I didn’t think I’d love it. Joke was on me, it seems, because I fell head over heels.

Mainly it had to do with the music, the cute British kids and the styling.
…and the music.

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{30 Days of Fashion}: Day 3

January 3, 2011

Top; Target
Pants; Forever21
Flats; Target
Cardigan; Old Navy
Apple earrings; Pink Ghost

The first day back at work is always a little painful after a long holiday weekend, so I decided to throw a bright splash of color into my outfit to combat those Monday blues. Every girl should have a pair of super comfy flats, and these from Target are mine! I have worn them to death – I’m actually surprised they aren’t covered in holes by now. My only gripe is that I don’t have an go-to pair in black. I also love adding a little subtle whimsy to my work outfits, just to showcase my personality a bit. This morning it was in the form of a sweet pair of apple earrings from the awesome people of Pink Ghost. I definitely recommend checking out their website – they have a great sale going on right now consisting of accessories, vinyl toys, collectibles and more!

Hope your Monday back to the grind was more successful than mine! I started my morning having to deal with a lot of negativity in the office, followed by my car breaking down again causing me to miss my first spinning class. Here’s hoping the week improves from here on out!

Weekend Highlights

I always look forward to New Year’s after the hecticness of the holidays – it’s like my final and best Christmas present. We don’t have any traditions for NYE, only to spend it having a great time with our closest friends. Last year it was at our place, but I just wasn’t up for it this year with all our holiday spendings, however, we were lucky enough to be invited to a friend’s parent’s big blowout party at their gorgeous home in Cocoplum.

I had a great time with the most special people in our lives right now. I felt very lucky to be able to ring in the year with them all. Plus, the spread was amazing! Such a beautiful home complete with a mini champagne-filled fountain, delicious food, open bar and painter illustrating the entire landscape. See? Amazing.

Unfortunately, I wish I would have taken it easy with the shots – I’m not used to drinking hard liquor anymore since I have been in a pretty committed relationship with beer for the past couple of years. But, it could have been a whole lot worse. My only main gripe was that it put me out of commission all of New Years Day. Boo!

Now that all this partying is over and done with, I’m going back on a strict-ish diet (c’mon, this girl loves food too much) and hitting the gym to take up spinning. This extra holiday poundage is not cool.

How was your NYE?