Back to School

Today was my first day returning to school. The weather was uncharacteristically cool for this time of year and my windows even fogged up this morning! This can only mean that fall is just around the corner. Well, looks like I'm back to brain exercise for another semester.

...I really should have studied French more this summer! Eh bien.

wearing: AA flower pullover, hat, and zipper shorts.

Are you there summer? It's me Tarah.

So I know you’re about to vacation in the southern hemisphere, but if you could do me a favor and stick around just a tad longer than August 31 that would be great. I just need a liiiiittle more time to gush over the 70's yacht party looks at YSL Resort 2011. Thank you.

PS. Tell Australia I said hi.

Style Staples: Silk blouses

Nearing the end of sweltering summer heat there is always one question on my mind, how does one stay cool and simultaneously transition into fall?

My favorite staple is definitely silk blouses. They add texture and shape to an outfit, while always looking great tucked into those seriously short summer shorts. Many times I will use a blouse as the foundation of an outfit, and then build the rest of the outfit around the occasion and weather. The result is stylish and breezy looks that embody the spirit of all seasons.

oops! still need to fix that button...

wearing: vintage oscar de la renta blouse & vintage north beach leather pants.

Looking Ahead

As I lay around sick in the midst of a rainy summer day, I can't help but think of fall. I promise I'll stop talking about it (once it gets here). Thank you for understanding.

{images: sartorialist, dix painting, tfs, jak&jil}

Late Summer.

This is my favorite part of summer. It is still really hot outside, yet autumn is just around the corner. I get a strange satisfaction from the feeling of crunchy grass on my feet. Summer is slowly drying out.

These weeds by my mom's house only get prettier as fall arrives. Expect this backdrop in the future.

Wearing: thrifted blouse, AA lace bodysuit and pants, Marni platforms.

Seeking Solitude.

{images: google search}

Sometimes the quietest places are full of people.

As summer slips into autumn, I find myself attracted to the decayed and weathered beauty of old cemeteries and tombs. Mythologically fall is associated with the elderly Crone when the Earth begins to die before rebirth. Every fall I fight the urge to dress like an old woman. Am I Crone crazy, or is it an early case of Halloween fever!?

Busy Bee.

Sorry for the lack of postage lately, I have been attending some festivals in the wilderness. The week before I saw Alice Cooper play a block from my apartment! Heres are a few Facebook quality photos just to let you know that I haven't disappeared.

Is it that obvious that snakes are my favorite animal?

Gaultier Couture Fall '10

When asked about inspiration for this collection, Gaultier said he wanted to get back to the "bare bones" of couture. He obviously accomplished that with looks that are over-the-top Parisian, but still have some ready to wear elements that everyone can wear (layered fishnets & velvet, anyone?).

{Images: style.com}

Landscape.

wearing: AA lawn button up & mesh bloomers, thrifted disco shoes.

I would like to start trying some more landscape pictures. It adds a whole new element to a picture rather than just an outfit. Landscapes can also introduce moods, something else I am working on. So excited to keep learning from my camera!

But seriously, my AA mesh bloomers are the best thing ever invented. That is all.

Va-Voom!

A little somethin somethin to help you get through the summer heat.

(source: tfs)