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How To: Fandom Jacket

First off, HI everyone! I am back to blogging and am so happy to be here, sharing the things I love with you all. Look forward to lots of fun DIY’s, coverage of Miami geek-centric events and, as always, geeky fun + fashion! With that said, I’m launching into something I’ve really gotten into lately when I want to stand out with something unique: customizing vests/jackets. As you all know, I rocked my very first “fandom jacket” last year at SDCC, and since then, I’ve wanted to have several different themed jackets and vests depending on the event/location/mood. I started on a motherhood vest late last year, and just started on my Disney one.

Reason I like making these is because with all the geeky pop culture merch flying out of seemingly everywhere and anywhere lately, it is hard to stand out with something original at times. I like thinking that with one of these, no one will have my exact outfit, and that makes me feel pretty special. They are also so fun to put together! So fun, I decided to share my process with all of you!

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The Purple WOman

You are probably aware at this point that I have a slight David Tennant obsession. It started way back when (seriously, I don’t even know when), and have loved all his characters ever since. Needless to say, I think he was great in Jessica Jones as the not-so-nice Purple Man, and am beyond hyped to see that he will be making a return in one way or another in this new season (which drops this week – gah!). I wanted to style an outfit around his super-suave purple ensembles for both the premiere and this month’s Geeky Fashion Bloggers Alliance challenge (Marvel Villains).  Fun fact? As I was going down the escalator in the Hilton at San Diego Comic Con, David Tennant was chilling down below. I went full freeze and could not bring myself to go up to him. Instead I stared like a creeper from a few feet away because that’s so charming and effective.

That’s me, folks. That’s me.

Shirt; TeeFury {no longer available}
Pants; Uniqlo
Sneakers; Keds {similar}
Glasses; Forever 21 {similar}
Clutch; Studio DIY
Lips; Colourpop’s Back Up {no longer available}

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Everyday Gryffindor

It comes as no surprise that I often wish the world J.K. Rowling created would come to life, so I seize any opportunity to attempt to make that happen. By some sort of magical miracle, Miami hosted a Potter Bar Crawl this past weekend and I knew I had to go. Cocktails and wizardry? I mean, could anything have my name written all over it more?

I wanted to be comfortable since we would be on our feet all night, but also wanted to channel my house. I thought putting together an outfit that a Gryffindor would wear any day outside of school would be best (although props to all those that went full out robes in 80 degree weather).

I had a great time, and hope that we get more geeky-inspired bar crawls in the future. It seemed pretty successful so I have hope that our geek scene will only continue to grow!

Crop top; Forever 21 {similar}
Culottes; Forever 21 {similar}
Creepers; Donna Cattiva
Wand; Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Bracelets; Fandom of the Month Club

 

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Museum of Ice Cream Miami

I’m sure this post needs no introduction. By now you have heard of The Museum of Ice Cream that is taking the States by storm. It’s a candy colored tribute to everyone’s favorite dessert (wait, what do you mean, it’s not everyone’s favorite?), and has turned into a Instagram sensation. Basically, it is so up my speed that it made me come out of hiding (kidding – not really?).

The hubs packed up his favorite camera, and we went on a very quick date night to visit the “museum” (it’s really an art exhibit) and then head right back home. I have to give him a huge high five for these shots. He nailed each and every one, and we still managed to have a blast together despite some long lines, obnoxious Instagrammers and “the rush” we now feel as parents to get back home.

The experience started off by getting your “ice cream fortune” read by this lovely little lady, and then you were on your way to 4 floors of different pastel colored rooms – each perfectly styled to make your Instagram shots look flawless. You also occasionally got some ice cream – none of which I could enjoy because – surprise! – I’m allergic to vanilla and that ish is in everything. No joke. But lets face it. No one was there for the actual ice cream.

I was pretty in love with my outfit for the event. I shopped on Nasty Gal for the first time during a killer after Christmas sale (still happening omg), and I am so freaking obsessed with their clothes and quality now. Consider me a loyal customer for life. I wanted to wear something that was fun, but that at the same time wouldn’t take away from the colorful backdrops. I think I did a pretty good job.

Shirt; Forever 21 {similar}
Overalls; Nasty Gal
Booties; Dolls Kill {sold out}
Purse; BoxLunch
Pin; Undeaddee

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Target Goes to the Upside Down

While doing my weekly Target run (who am I kidding, I go about once a day), I stumbled on a treasure trove of Stranger Things merchandise. If you are like me, you are beyond stoked for the new season to premiere this week, so I figured I would share all the goodies with you all here.

All these great styles are also available in plus sizing.
Wanna go shopping? Have fun.
I think I should have earned some sort of geeky fashion blogger badge by managing to not buy one item (although that 11 sweatshirt has really been calling to me since I saw it).

Happy binging in the upside down, readers!