Slouching VertebRae

I tell you what, it's been a busy month last month, and May shows no signs of slowing down. Here's a window into my life right now - may as well be a window into my brain. They say a cluttered desk denotes a cluttered mind, and we've gone way beyond that! lol We don't even have a move date yet, but I guess we are on Team Preparation. We are hoping that boxing things up little by little will pay off in the long run.

I first tried this outfit with a boxy silk top, but I wasn't in the mood for that much body surrender today. Changed into my trust Aiko tee, and I feel much better. 

#3 shows one of my prizes from when we visited my dad in Kansas City - if you are ever in the area, you must hunt down a Standard Style! They have a wonderful eye for style and aren't afraid to mix Helmut/Rag & Bone/Haute Hippie with fab low-end pieces on the same rack. My store does not support this type of merchandizing, but I love how it shows you exactly how to style a less expensive piece and retain the luxury-look factor. It also forces you to fondle all those expensive items while you look for a deal - great way to make sure you don't brush off an item because of the price tag.

Anyhow, I had already paid for another item (to be revealed soon) and noticed this necklace in the case as we turned to leave. The subtle, spine-like design won my heart immediately. I figured it must be out of my league since it was In The Case, but it was a nice steal! I had just been admiring Aida's white collar necklace, and this one practically dropped in my lap. :)

I wish they had an online store, so I could add a fab find - I am totally loving the new feature!

Still lurking and reading and lusting after all your outfits, even though I'm scarce on the forum. 

XOXO

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21 Comments

  • Mary Beth (formerly LBD) replied 9 years ago

    Rae, you look amazing!   (as always :D )

  • ironkurtin replied 9 years ago

    Gorgeous girl!

    Also, VertebRae is so awesome it needs to be immortalized somewhere.

  • LACeleste replied 9 years ago

    I love this outfit!  The necklace is special.  Really beautiful last pic!  Glow-y!

  • Transcona Shannon replied 9 years ago

    Gorgeous!

    And you have my sympathies about moving - there are few things as stressful or more of a pain in the butt!

  • jackiec replied 9 years ago

    Cool necklace! Oh good luck with the moving. Finished with that here last summer and it was soooooo much work.

  • Angie replied 9 years ago

    You are a stylish packer. Great necklace and name. Good luck. xo

  • catgirl replied 9 years ago

    Love this so much! My Rockstud lookalikes are supposed to arrive today, and if they work my plan is to wear them with the pj jeans although I don't know where. Must schedule drink with someone. So much fun! Oh, and a white necklace may be another way to wear white - this one is uber fab.

    And wait, you're moving?

  • Karie replied 9 years ago

    I am loving those PJ jeans, and I really like the way you've styled them with the black ankle strap shoes. That new necklace was a great find!

  • Parsley replied 9 years ago

    Your clever titles are so much fun, Rae!
    I love your new necklace, and I love the way you combine high and low end, casual and dressy, just like it sounds like Standard Style does!

    I don't envy you having to pack to move. It's always so much work and chaos. But it looks like you'll be ready!

  • Ledonna N. replied 9 years ago

    You always look great rae

  • JulieJohn replied 9 years ago

    *crash helmet, where are you?*

    This is ... gah ... can't . find . words...

    FAB. Spine-tinglingly so. Still clinging hopelessly to the now-defunct mantra: "I don't like distressed denim". Worldview tilting. . . (thank you)

  • Beth Ann replied 9 years ago

    Love the balance of pretty polish and RATE.  There is a bit of Art Deco/Myrna Loy in both the top and necklace -- and the shoes!

  • Aida replied 9 years ago

    Woooo you found your white necklace :D That's a great one, I love the spine reference. Outfit looks super, the mix of styles and dressiness is superb. The Okalas, no surprise, look fab here.

  • Suz replied 9 years ago

    Great outfit and gorgeous necklace -- it really suits you! I love how it can swing both lady-like and tough. 

  • cciele replied 9 years ago

    Oooo, the necklace is all kinds of awesome! And love how the outfit works with the Okalas. My Miramars are sad because right now I am wearing them at home with mismatched socks, one purple, one ivory.

  • Sara L. replied 9 years ago

    I love the color blocked top and the necklace.  Great outfit!  It's nice to see one of your outfits again - I've been scarce on the forum lately so have probably missed all your recent posts.

  • Isabel replied 9 years ago

    You look great !  I don't remember ever seeing a short necklace on you before, am I wrong ?  You look very edgy yet refined at the same time. I love it.  

  • anne replied 9 years ago

    Looking good Rae! My empathy on living with boxes everywhere!

  • fuzzylogic replied 9 years ago

    Great title for a post! Tehehehe!
    Love that relaxed look! Craving some ankle strap pumps!
    All the best with packing- it's hard work!

  • rachylou replied 9 years ago

    Ooh I like your ankle straps, jeans, and graphic top... and the bit of bling at the neckline there. Oh, and the hair is looking super cute!

  • Kiwichik replied 9 years ago

    Feeling your pain re living in a shambles - but how fortunate that the chaos has not affected (effected never sure which one to use) your style. Love the contrast between the delicate shoes and slouchy pants.

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