Style Inspiration: A Blend of Vintage and Modern

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My style has always been vintage inspired; so when I was seeking inspiration for my wardrobe this winter I wasn't surprised to find myself leaning on the past. Whether it's 1920's style hats and coats from the Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them movie, or rich colors and plaid accents from the Outlander series, I'm constantly marveling at the lines and textures of vintage clothing. If you really think about it, all fashion is based on the past. Much like any aspect of the world today, it's all just a variation on what's been done before. The more modern outfits I've been inspired by lately all have nods to the past, whether it's wide leg pants, wool coats, full eyebrows, thick sweaters or mom jeans. Certain styles will remain in our lives forever.

Most importantly, what I'm really inspired by is the type of women wearing these garments, whether they're real or fictional. I'm inspired by strong women who can look feminine while also sticking up for themselves. Women who look put together. Women who are able to remain a bit of a mystery, and women who exude a sense of confidence. It's my goal in life to be one of these women. To be fearless and independent in my personal style and my life.

- S

My Summer TV Show Line Up

So much of my time is spent (definitely not wasted) watching TV shows these days. I'm embracing my life as the cliche unemployed college grad. I finally watched Elementary earlier this summer and was obsessed for quite a while. I can't wait until next Fall when all those shows are new again.

Also Lucy Liu has the best wardrobe on the show, seriously, I want all the things.

After Elementary I moved on to Suits which I haven't seen since the first season (I have no idea why I ever stopped watching). Ah just everything about this show. I just love all the characters on this show, even Louis and especially Donna. 

Basically if you've never seen the show it's about a bunch of lawyers fighting each other and drinking scotch in beautiful suits. Also in general, most people on the show are pretty badass.

Suits was followed by Skins Season 7, which I just don't have the words for yet. (There were lots of tears)

Lastly, I am currently watching Orange Is The New Black which came out near the beginning of July on Netflix and is based off of a true story. Basically the show is about a woman who is sent to prison for a decade old crime and all the women she meets there. I'm completely obsessed with this show right now. I have 3 episodes left of this season and I haven't been able to stop watching since I started it earlier this week. So much drama and so many amazingly good back stories.

Also can we take a moment to note that the super gross and annoying guard Pornstache (played by Pablo Schreiber)...

is actually incredibly good looking in real life. 

It's kind of amazing how much difference a mustache can make.

And I appreciate this picture....

Do you guys like watching TV shows? What has been your favorite show you've watched this summer? Anything I have to check out next?

-S