goth party

I love any excuse to wear some kind of costume. These photos are from a goth-themed birthday party hosted by the lovely Annalise. My version of goth ended up being pretty weak... I was dressed more appropriately for a 1950's cocktail party than a celebration of darkness (a result of having very little black in my wardrobe). But fortunately my stylish friends picked up the slack! We made our best goth faces, which in my case meant snarling a lot. We also looked up "goth dance party" on YouTube and found this inspirational video. It's fun being young but I like to think that when I'm in my seventies I'll still be going to silly theme parties...

Polaroid shots "stolen" from Christina!

fancy friends #03: emily theobald

It's been too long since I've done a Fancy Friends feature (you might remember the first two featuring my lovely friends Jessica and Lauren). When I was in New York back in September I was lucky enough to be staying with one of the most fashionable ladies I know: Miss Emily Theobald. Her wardrobe is filled to the brim with some of the loveliest vintage treasures I've ever laid eyes on. In fact, I'd say that about 99% of her wardrobe is vintage or thrifted! Quite inspiring. Emily is the ultimate babe and wears clothing in such an effortless way, even when said clothing happens to be rather fancy or unusual. She gravitates towards pieces from the 1970's but there is a bit of every era in that closet, including quite a few amazing frocks from the 1950's and 60's. She wears only what she loves, trends be damned, and that makes her one of my forever style icons. I am always excited to see what she wears next. Oh, and did I mention that she is the best hostess, subway navigator, party date, and rag-curler ever? And that she is one of the only gals I know who can not only walk as fast as me but can put away a meal just as quickly? Soul mate!

Go take a peek at her wonderful blog: It Girl, Rag Doll!

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