Saturday, June 21, 2008

The Stuff Inspiration is Made Of



Since starting my W.E.I.O. Project and The Three R's, I've noticed some other mention-worthy projects and links from fellow bloggers. I couldn't be more thrilled! While my blog focuses primarily upon fashion, I try to veer away from what I consider "fluff." To quote Tricia:

"I believe the best stylists walk the streets, not the photo sets, nor the backstage of the runways. The real innovators are you and me: real, fashionable people, men and women alike."

While you'll occasionally see me posting about a certain celebrity's style, it's because it appeals personally to me and my tastes, not because said celebrity is wearing it. True style stems from individuality, not from what's "in." I think this goes hand-in-hand with what I'm trying to say about my blog and my current projects. Fashion doesn't necessarily have to be about labels and trends, nor do you have to have the latest and greatest fashion crazes to be stylish. Hence why I'm so greatly awed and inspired by some of these blogger's views as of late.

• Christy of Fashion Exploration's current project, "No New Clothes Initiative." Christy's plan is to buy only thrifted, vintage, or refashioned clothing for the next six months in order to be more environmentally friendly. Go ahead girl, you seriously rock.

• Could this gal be any wiser? Tricia of Bits and Bobbins' "be yourself" post. Tricia's intelligence, confidence, and insight never fails to blow me away.

• Fashion Weakley's thoughts on "What are we buying for?" It will make you think twice next time you're about to blow the last of your cash on something unnecessary.

• This article about British fashionista Vivienne Westwood, "People must stop buying and buying," quoted by both Tricia and Liebemarlene.


While I may be contradicting myself, if there is one thing more people should emulate, it's a good attitude and positive habits. Got an inspiring project/link/blog? Let me know, I'd love to share it!

To tie things up, here's my latest contributions to W.E.I.O:

10.07.2007 (day 6 of W.E.I.O.)


hat: thrifted
white tank: 25 cents at a yard sale
skinny jeans: Target
navy slip-ons: thrifted


10.10.2007 (day 7 of W.E.I.O.)


vintage dress: thrifted
eyelet espadrilles: Wal-Mart
yellow earrings (unseen): Spence's Bazaar


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