Vintage Runway Report

best source ever - The Fashion Spot

Behold NY Magazine, the issue of 1997 april 28th, runway report. Two reasons: first, Fashion Week month is almost here and, what can I say, the butterflies in my stomach are going crazy. Second, all things vintage are always good. Especially mid-nineties, if 90ies qualify for being vintage. Anyway, this particular runway report stuck out to me right away. Leather tops, big knits, turtlenecks, tailored pants etc… Everything we love now. And then I took a closer look at the designer names: Calvin Klein, Helmut Lang, Ann Demeulemeester, Jill Sander… more than familiar, huh? They got it then and they’re still getting it now. That’s called timelessness. I’ll be keeping my eyes peeled for these. Who knows, maybe I’ll sneak in to one of their shows?! Don’t tell anyone though.

Below a 90ies inspired tune that has been one of my favorite songs for a good while.

As always, much love!!

Evan Voytas - Tomorrow Night We'll Go Anywhere

I’m all UrbanEars / OUTFIT

vest - Christmas gift / skirt - DIY (see here) / headphones - UrbanEars via Bloggers Wardrobe

"Build bridges, not walls.” Something that I heard and it has stuck with me. What does that mean to you?

Also, what are your plans for NYE, babes?



And, since I’m a bit of a music junkie, I’m really excited about my new UrbanEars! Thanks, friends at Bloggers Wardrobe! I’ll be listening to this:

Télépopmusik - Smile (Natural High Remix) (2012) by Natural High Music

Faux Leather Vest - Harness / DIY

All I want to do lately is listen to Lykke Li (yeah, I might have a slight crush on her and probably not very good remixes) and create. Once you start, it’s easy to just keep going. You make a top and then you have scraps to make a tote. You make another tank and then you figure you can make a collar and a leather harness. Then a skirt/dress that is followed by a fanny pack. And then another different top… And this is what I made from the scarps that were left from making it - a faux leather vest / harness. Just eating cookies, drinking hot cinnamon tea with lemon, listening to some good music and creating. That is what I call a good night.

Much love to you, my babes!! If something is not clear on the making steps, please feel free to ask questions.

I Follow Rivers - Lykke Li (The Magician Remix)

pretty black

sandals - Sam Edelman (via Nordstrom) / shorts - vintage / top - Cheap Monday (via Urban Outfitters)

My head must have been out in the sun a little too much and cannot function right since I decided to wear all black on one of the hottest days of the summer. You know how it goes… I got new sandals (thanks to sweet, sweet Stefania of Effy’s Eyeliner), and it just felt like this was the most appropriate outfit to show them off with.

How was your weekend, babes? I went to a wedding and a christening. One word. FEAST.

  Pretty Lights - Can't Stop Me Now 

black and white air

shirt - Old Navy (thrifted) / riding pants - American Apparel / sandals - Dolce Vita / tote - DIY (here) / sunglasses - asos

I’ve always associated the end of May and the beginning of June with graduations. It’s just such an exciting time - everyone looks beautiful, the air smells like flowers and someone dear is receiving an acknowledgment for completing something big and important - their studies. Couple of our friends graduated from college this Monday and this is what I wore. If you follow me on instagram (@karinadej) or twitter you probably already saw that by accident my husband and I looked more like twins than a married couple, but, oh well, I guess that happens. I’ve always loved button-ups, maybe for their masculinity. And I've rediscovered my riding pants. Love when that happens.

How has this summer started for you, babes??

  Paul Kalkbrenner - Aaron (Original Mix)

Obedear

sheer shirtdress - thrifted / shoes - H&M / sunglasses - asos

“ What you pursue is what you’re going to get.” - Dani Johnson

Very simple, very true. We all have dreams or certain things we want to achieve, but sometimes they just seem so far and unachievable. I wonder why? Maybe because way too often we pursue the wrong things. Some people pursue facebook, some TV, others spend their time pursuing the newest sports’ game results. So that’s what they get. Nothing more, nothing less. What are you pursuing? It’s time to put your time where it counts.

I really want to thank you, my loves, for being here and supporting me. Exciting things are happening, but without you this place would be nothing. I thank God for you every day, and I love talking to you! If you ever have any questions don’t hesitate to ask me on facebook, twitter or shoot an email. You’re the best!

Much love!!

  Purity Ring - Obedear

open side shirt / DIY

To do this DIY your are going to need:

-a t-shirt

-elastic band (mine is 3/4” wide)

-velcro

-scissors

-thread and needle



I started off by making small cuts on top of the shoulders and ripping the sleeves off. On one side I didn’t stop and ripped all the way until the bottom, making that side completely open. Then I sew on the elastic bands to the front of the shirt. Make sure they are spread out evenly, and they are coming out from underneath the shirt. Then make small holes on the back of the shirt for the elastic bands to go through, attach velcro to the elastic bands, put them through the holes, fasten, and voi-la! Perfect shirt for super hot summer days! Let me know if you have any questions!

Much love!!

Something to listen to while you’re working on it.

  Softwar - Colour Flight Mix Series 'Orange’




A lot of new items out of my closet on ebay right here! (American Apparel, Urban Outfitters, BCBG etc.)

myth

top - thrifted / vintage Levi’s - thrifted / sunnies - asos

I feel bad for all the awesome bloggers in Europe… I’ve been reading a lot of “it’s so cold” posts. Atlanta has been a real Hotlanta for last couple of weeks so shorts are a girl’s best friend again. Just a simple outfit to get ice-cream and do a little thrifting in. Talking about thifting, I got some steals yesterday, but that’s a whole other story. And thanks supercool Eszter from pointing us to these sunglasses.

How was your weekend, babes??

  Beach House - Myth 

samurai hair / beauty

sheer shirt - American Apparel

Lately I’ve been liking hairstyles that pull the hair off my face. There is just something so elegant and minimal about having your hair up. These two hairdos that I’ve been wearing a lot lately are inspired by samurais, my husband and football players. Sometimes men just know what is good.

  Françoise Hardy - Le Temps de l'Amour 

ps. i’ll be back to regular posting schedule very soon. a lot going on right now, but it’s all for the best.

VPL Choker / DIY

I don’t think there is a lot of explanation needed on how to make this VPL inspired necklace. All you will need:

a wire

a hose

scissors

What do you think?

What’s going on in your life? I really want to hear more about my readers :)

Much love, babes!

  Radiohead - Bloom (Jamie xx Remix Pt. 3) 

Happy Weekend! / Fashion Film

British director Jonny Kight brings to you this little quirky fashion film staring Madalaine Hart. I just thought this would be such an appropriate start for the weekend. And I’ve been after a heather gray jersey skirt for a while so if you see one, please let me know! :) Styling by Hudson.

Much love, babes!!

take control

cardigan, sheer tee - American Apparel / cracked denim - Forever21+DIY / shoes - BCBG (thrifted) / choker - H&M / ear cuff - ebay

*gave my ugly jeans from Forever 21 second BETTER life by painting them with acrylic paint (original DIY project on Love Aesthetics)

*gave my AA sheer v-neck second life by wearing it backwards because I’m over v-necks

*accidentally gave my AA cardigan second life by shrinking it in the dryer

Feels like a successful outfit for somebody that is determined to be a conscious consumer.

much love, babes!

good listening.

CocoRosie - The Moon asked the Crow

  

1977

I am home from San Francisco! The trip was amazing, and I’ll be sharing pictures soon, but until then, if you are interested, you can check out an interview with me done by lovely Lily Ko of 7x7 :)

I also posted some pics via instagram.

Love you, babes!!!

new favorite:

  Ana Tijoux-1977 by Nacional Records

It’s either black or white

jacket - ℅ SUGARLIPS / disco pants - American Apparel / neck cuff - DIY (same here)

Photos by William Perkins

I hope I’m not boring you too much with posting almost the same outfit 2 days in a row, but yesterday after posting I met up with the talented photographer William Perkins and did some shots just for fun. I really like the results so I decided to share. Unfortunately, it was too cold to rock the cut-offs, but the disco pants worked just fine. As always. You can see some more photos on my facebook.

And yay for Bon Iver winning a Grammy!!!

Love you, babes!!

James Blake and Bon Iver - Fall Creek Boys Choir

about tacky logos and bare legs

turtleneck - thrifted Ralph Lauren / coat - Pull and Bear (also seen here) / boots - thrifted candie’s 

 Photos by William Perkins

Just a couple detail shots of what I was wearing yesterday, and will wear a lot this spring. White RL turtleneck and tan thrifted candie’s boots. Usually I am not a fan of visible logos on my clothing, but there is just something so tacky yet so attractive about "almost vintage” clothing with a logo that I just cannot resist. Do you remember my Levi’s Dockers sweater? Same story. And, of course, a white turtleneck is just a big must have for this spring. At least for me. And then a pair of tan boots. Also, can I please share with you how excited I am to spend my winter in Atlanta and rock bare legs in February? This is definitely something I can get used to easily.

I wish you all a beautiful and productive week, babes!

  Heaven - Nicolas Jaar Remix by simoncina522

Ice Queen

sweatshirt, boots - Urban Outfitters / skirt - Zara

Just a quick outfit post before I spend my first night in Atlanta. Yes, we are here safe and sound, and looks like I’ll be staying in Atlanta for a while. If I don’t post anymore before Christmas, I want to wish you all very, very Merry Christmas!! I hope this holiday time is blessed for you and you can spend it with your loved ones and just focus on things that really matter.

PS.

Beach - these were still taken in Elyria, OH, but obviously there are location changes happening for next posts :)

Dress - I actually have had these clothes for a while, but I had totally forgotten about them. And as it always happens when packing, I was very excited to rediscover this garments that I had actually never worn together, but suddenly it made perfect sense. 

Winter Wonderland - Chilled Out Dubstep Remix