The Messy Life

The Girl from Ipanema

2010-06-21T17:14:00.000-07:00

I love this song. When I was little i used to drive around in my granfathers big car, in the middle of the winter with the heat up, or in the middle of the summer with the windows down. I would hum the lyrics and tap my little feet. For years I forgot all about this song, then by chance I heard it on the radio again a few days ago and its been in my head since. Such a beautiful song.

It makes me crave sunsets on the porch, sexy slow dances, sipping sweet cool drinks and late night swims, things you'd imagine the girl from Ipanema would be doing.

So what song do you love, believe is the soundtrack to your life? or at least a few season? What song do you believe perfectly describes your mood? I need a few new songs for my library so give me some good suggestions!

Oh and if you've never the song, or if you want to here again heres a link:

The Girl from Ipanema

gold in the air of summer

2010-06-06T17:37:00.000-07:00

Nothing says summer more than literally being golden.

I love when people wear gold as more than just an accessory.

Do you think its too much?

How do you wear gold if at all?

I bought an amazing black sheer tunic dress with gold beaded leaves embroidered all over, it can't get wet but its definitely for the beach. Its very sheer and I'm trying to decide if it would be street appropriate with just a black bra and underwear underneath (a trampier option), a slip dress or hey maybe even an AA gold jumpsuit! tell me what you think darlings. I bad with these decisions I can never quite grasp the dress codes I guess its a good thing I don't work in an office...

drop it lowe

2010-06-06T04:22:00.000-07:00

I'm mesmerized. I love it because I envy her and her confidence to be able to get up there and do that. All of course while just looking amazing and effortless.

Let the Games Begin!

2010-06-01T20:04:00.000-07:00

Its summer finally, thank god. Things have gotten even better since I last posted and I am truly in much better spirits. Now that its summer I don't have to wish for it anymore. I just get to be excited for all of the great things to do this summer. What are you most excited for? How are you planning on spending your nights? and with who?

wouldn't you just kill for legs like these?

I would also like to give a very special happy birthday wish to Miss Marilyn Monroe!
It's been years and you are still the epitome of class and glamour
May you rest beautifully in peace.

I think I remember your face

2010-04-25T03:30:00.000-07:00

It's been a long time, infact its been the longest that its ever been. I suppose thats my fault though. Its been nearly six months, and thats half a year. I have missed you lovely people. I miss reading your blogs checking out your outfits and hearing about your lives.

I just want to start off by being completely honest. I have had a rough couple of months. I love my friends. With all my heart, but this semester of school I have felt so disconnected from all of them. I took five credits in one class in stead of the recommend (with good reason) four and I was so busy with work that i forgot all about life. There wasn't a day when I didn't look terrible, you'd be lucky to catch me in actual pants or skirts, it was mostly just yoga pants and old oversized cashmere or wool sweaters I got from goodwill. Its been a hard winter, and I was basically forced to give up everything I love. Just work work work and no play.

But its spring for sure, and summer is almost here! I have never been more excited for summer either. I can't wait. Although I don't have a job, I could au pair for my seven year old cousins, who I somewhat lovingly call the devil twins but I just dont have it in me . Especially with a winter like I have had.

I won't bore you any longer. Here's what's been inspiring me for summer-

scandyoutfitsatnight.shortshorts.picnics.

HAPPY NEW YEARS!

2009-12-31T15:17:00.000-08:00

Tonight we all party, whether we're at home with the few we know and love, or in the center of the city with the millions we'd love to know. Its going to be an amazing night, and I wish the best for all of you tonight, this year and for the rest of your beautiful lives! But I must remind all of you please stay safe (this is not a selfless plead, its because I want you to write the posts that inspire me daily!)

♥

Words of the Day

2009-12-29T21:01:00.000-08:00

"Being daring, taking chances and living on the edge, exposes your weaknesses and leaves room for improvement. Girls that never try stay boring, and never get any better; there is no perfecting boredom. The girls that make the mistakes, make the triumphs and become the women everyone wants to be."

A Few of My Favorite Things

2009-12-26T22:55:00.000-08:00

1. Adventure filled nights 2. Ripped tights

3. Low cut shirts on small chests

4. Beautiful boys

5. White tshirts and cut-off shorts

6. Dressing up for theme parties

7. Daring messages 8. Signature jewelry

9. (upper)Back tattoos

10. Photography

Merry Christmas Darlings!

2009-12-24T17:44:00.002-08:00

I miss guys so much. I can't believe I have been away for so long. I know that I've been do this all the time, but this year, I really am going to post as much as I can, which means a few times a week. I have been so busy and so uninspired lately. If you could only see my outfit choices lately you'd be appalled. Also, I cut my hair from nearly waist length to shoulder length because in a fit of rage/ laziness i decided I didn't want to bother with it. I regret it so much, I'm thinking of getting extentions, but I know those can be messy so i don't know.

I already hate winter and its only technically been a few days. The S/S 10 stuff is just killing me right now. I can't WAIT ( which reminds me of how much i hate myself for cutting my hair as those long beautiful braids are returning for the season). Is anyone else a little disappointed by the colors? I'm seeing a lot of reds, blacks and a few neutrals, but I miss last springs everything so much I don't know what to do! Lanvin S/S last year was quite possibly one of my favorite lines of all time,all of those beautiful shimmering light colors with flowy fabrics. It seems that everything is doing a complete 180! But I guess that just fashion.

I am on a mission. I am enlisting your help. I NEED to figure out how to make skirts on my own. I just found this amazing fabric store and I want to make skirts out of everything. how do you do it? I have currently been lusting over a skirt just like this one.

Again, I miss you all! tell me how you've been and how you feel about S/S 10!

besos andbisous

Alanna

Stay Quiet

2009-12-24T17:44:00.001-08:00

so that you can hear my whispered secrets

2009-10-14T14:14:00.000-07:00

Could have been an organ donor the way I gave up my heart.

2009-10-14T12:47:00.000-07:00

I have a new blog, I will be keeping this one up too, but I find myself infatuated with so many pictures that i see, that I can keep up with blogs to accompany them, but I thought i share them all anyway.

take a peak, and stay if you'd like!

Outfit Candy

Can't Tie Me Down

2009-10-12T17:43:00.001-07:00

As expected, I have been quite the mess lately. Absolutely nothing has really changed with me at all, but it seems like for the past month I have been a constant whirl wind of insanity. I haven't updated at all in the past month and for that I truly do apologize. I miss you guys tons and I can't wait to read through all of your blogs tonight as I sip mocha and pray that everyone else in the library doesn't notice that not writing my photography essay. I'm in the zone now though, I don't think anything can stop the craziness that is my life. I love it though, I'd never exchange anything else for it.

Don't you just love all the braids in the Alexander Wang spring/summer 2010 runways?

oh no!

2009-09-09T18:23:00.000-07:00

my computer has gotten the boot, its very sick, its a goner!

i won't be updating for a while until my computer heals!

I am losing all of my pictures, music and words. I couldnt be more depressed.

Its going to take a while but ill be up and running soon.

xx,

alanna

Is the internet ready for two of us?

2009-09-03T10:09:00.000-07:00

Meet the latest Alanna to the blogging world, and personally my new favorite! Its not just our matching names, but its just something about her, she's a real sweetheart but has a badass edge. Alanna has got a killer look, and a fun read of a blog-- she is always up to something interesting. The only thing I might worry about is the entire internet going crazy because there are two girls spreading so much fabulosity around the world.

jk, besos & bisous.

She is def going to be a daily read for me and she should be for you too.

Drop by and visit her (and tell her I sent you) -

(always)alanna

xx,

Alanna

How can I control my life when I can't control my hair?

2009-08-26T21:37:00.000-07:00

A tangle of mysteria,

the lies were in her hair.

She holds the the secret of how she got me,

with only just one stare.

I just love messy hair. I rarely take a brush to my mop because I just don't see the point. I hate that clean neat bun, I just think its so uptight, so boring and so unimaginative. I do not believe for one second that its chic. I could be wrong though, I tend to be wrong about many of the most popular fashion trends ( I predicted that skinny jeans and leggings would never work, now they are a staple in the closets of mine and millions).

I have been watching the Chloe ad over and over again its my dream. Its just so fun. I love it.

The summer is almost over but im still stuck in dead heat! The messy hair has been seen all over newbury street these past few days and I love it. Heat just makes everyone beautiful I swear, the tanned skin, the lush hair and the lack of clothing.

I have mixed feelings about the fall. Although I am ready after seeing all of the Fall/Winter 09 clothes I just don't think I can stand actually wearing them. I also don't think that I am ready to return to my regular schedule of books, papers and lectures ( Although, when I do get in that zone, I post more often! so get excited).

How are you dealing with the heat, or with fall rolling in whose line are you most excited for? What are you doing this fall?

The Cookies Fourtune

2009-08-25T17:13:00.001-07:00

Trapezius Ink

2009-08-20T14:20:00.000-07:00

I love the idea of a written tattoo across the upperback, its edgy but classy, and is easily hidden or shown off without seeming trashy or like a prude.

I would get one, but I just can't do tattoos, I'm terrified of getting them because of my weakness for pain, fear of addictions and I worry that I will never feel naked. However, if the ink was to ever hit my skin it would definitely be on across my wings and the nape of my neck. I don't think anywhere else could be more perfect.

My friend Scarlet has ' live, love, lie' tatooed across her back and I think its beautiful. Another has a passage from the Alice in Wonderland.

Unlike the lowerback tattoo it is neither cliche nor trendy and I believe that in a few years no one while grimace at the sight of them, or give them nicknames like 'tramp stamp'.

All in all I have found myself facinated with tattoos lately. I really love planning them even if I don't have the moxy to actually get one.

Which ones are you planning (and are you going to go through with them)? What kind of tattoos do you have? Who's tattoos inspire you?

See Thru My Soul

2009-08-13T21:09:00.000-07:00

I've never been one for modesty, but I never let it all hangout either. Lately however I have had this love for all things sheer. I don't know what this comes from, perhaps its my childhood love for nudity coming back (although i must admit it never really left).

I love the idea of sheer tops and dresses paired with beautiful undergarments or nothing at all (not in public of course).

What do you think of this look? Can it be classy or is it trashy? If you've rocked it before, how did you do it?

So, I know that I've been gone for sometime now, what have you been doing since then? any good times or good outfits? send me links to your posts telling me all about them and I promise to leave a love note for you!

xx,

Alanna

2009-08-13T09:42:00.000-07:00

My Redhead friends are Beautiful

Breathing Easy

2009-07-28T09:59:00.000-07:00

Hey my loves, I am going to be taking a little bit of a break for the next few days or so, I should be back before friday! I plan on basking in the summer breeze and just hanging out, you know? as a student still, I am lucky enough to not have to do work over the summer, except my photography, editing and writing a few days a week for the magazine.

Late nights, good music, drinks and friends! I wish I could spend sometime with some of you guys, I have read most of you blogs and you all seem awesome people with truly charmed lives, you know, live spirits! I love that.

Love you all of course, but I feel like I need a bit of a break from the laptop!

see you all soon,

xx Alanna

ps. if you haven't done this already I suggest that you go out and get ( or stay home and download)Phoenix's new album, their song 1901 has been on repeat all day at my place!

Leading Men

2009-07-23T18:45:00.001-07:00

I have spent the last week ignoring all of my work and siting back and relaxing, I am probably going to regret this when everything hits the fan, but hey, I surely enjoyed myself. I've watched a few movies and I realize how much I appreciate male actors, being a girl, I have grown up looking at the actress-- dissecting her in every way and of course I liked her, many times I loved her. But the men in the movies, they were just like frames to me, yes a beautiful picture needs a nice frame, but who pays attention to it?

Here are a few of my favorites; James Franco, Paul Newman, Heath Ledger, and Shia Labeouf. Now of course there's a long list of others (Johnny Depp, Clive Owen, Jude Law, Gerad Butler, Mark Walhberg- to name a few). It makes me sad that TWO my top favorites are gone, RIP both of you! you were amazing, truly.

I have no patients for watching movies with bad actors.

Who are your favorite actors and what movies do you love them in? How do you feel about Shia, I really love him, but most of my friends tend to disagree!

Obsession Confession

2009-07-23T18:19:00.000-07:00

Too trashy, way naughty, so perfect.

The Good Times Are Killing Me

2009-07-20T18:32:00.000-07:00

Jaws clenched tight we talked all night, oh but what the hell did we say?

The good times are killing me.

How was everyones weekend? my was fun of course but I am just absolutely exhausted. Beach, latenights and good friends might seem like the ingredients for a good weekend,but subsequently the are also the same things that create a killer hangover. Nothing about this weekend was particularly special, no special drinks or outfits, just malt liquor, tequilla and warm nights with the people I love. Thats all you really need isn't it?

What did you do this weekend? What did you wear, who were you with? if you stayed at home what did you wish you did, whats your ideal weekend? why am I bombarding you with questions? live on.

I guess the goodtimes ain't wrong, they're just killing me

Red Light District

2009-07-17T18:19:00.000-07:00

If you are going to wear a suit why not make it red? I the first to admit my love-hate realtionship with suits, women and men in suits look amazing on the runway, editorials and on various fashion blogs (where would the great satorilaist be without those beautiful men in gorgeous suits?), but I just can't seem to be able to work them into my own wardrobe. Maybe its because I am no professional, but really I think its just my fear of anything that matches perfectly or my fear of clothes that are binding ( I walked around my house naked as a child until I turned 5 or 6 and my mom basically had to tie me into clothes). None the less I think that If you are going to wear a suit wear it right. Make it Bold, make it vampy, make it red. I think that Prince can agree!

Things That POP

2009-07-15T12:23:00.001-07:00

I love these bright clothes, I am really lovin' the idea of wearing pieces (or outfits!) that are bright in color and that really pop when you are standing around in a crowd. I guess its just my love of attention!

What is your favorite pop of color to add? Lately, I've been feeling all black with bright sunnies, nails ,clutches and pretty much any any other accessory.

What's your favorite way to where bright colors? how many of you are daring enough to wear them head to toe?

Flowers and Shadows

2009-07-13T17:10:00.000-07:00

I feel as though I have been living in a dream world lately. Everything has been perfect. I feel so perfect, not in a conceded way of course... I think its the weather-- the weather before these past few days was drab and rainy and now the sun has come out to play, I met with my shadow who I hadn't seen in days because of the clouds, and the flowers were blooming like crazy and they are so vibrant these days!

Dirty Hippies in Expensive Clothes

2009-07-11T20:04:00.000-07:00

The only people for me are the mad ones, the ones who are mad to live, mad to talk, mad to be saved, desirous of everything at the same time, the ones who never yawn or say a commonplace thing, but burn, burn, burn, like fabulous yellow roman candles exploding like spiders across the stars and in the middle you see the blue center light pop and everybody stares in awe.

2009-07-11T19:00:00.000-07:00

My blond friends have more fun.

Ode to an Icon

2009-07-07T23:00:00.000-07:00

The lady that did it all. She had grace, style and sex appeal- after almost fifty years after she has died she still remains the quintessential woman. She was had a timeless quality to her, in 100 years from now designers and women will still look to her for inspiration and lascivious men will still fawn after her.

I often wonder why she has this incredible effect on people. Yes, she has the looks, but millions of beautiful women have walked this earth and none of them have had this effect. But I realized that Marilyn's power goes beyond her looks, she was charismatic , yet vulnerable and she drew you towards her, never letting you in. She maintained a great amount of mystery even though she seemingly put her heart on her sleeve. She seduced everyone into wanting her, without them even knowing. In fact, it would appear that she didn't even know herself.

I adore her I truly do, she was eloquent as well, which she may not be that well known for but some of her quotes are what I live by. What was your favorite Marilyn quote?

"a wise girl kisses but doesn't love listens but doesn't believe and leaves before she is left"

Sorry!

2009-07-07T20:34:00.000-07:00

I've been neglecting life for the past few weeks. My life, my fashion and my blog! I am so sorry. And for that I apologize. I will, and I promise post much more regularly. I love you all!

Tea Cups Filled With Vodka

2009-06-14T00:07:00.000-07:00

teacup full of vodka by outfitcandy featuring Christian Louboutin shoes

I think that I have an obsession with contrast, I will wear a modest lace skirt with 5 and 1/2 berry colored Louboutin heels that scream stripper (but a classy one none the less) . With a classic button up that is sheer enough to only slightly reveal the lace bodysuit I have underneath. Topped of with a vintage and faded but very structured jacket and I will be good to go!

with pearls and a slouchy bag of course...

Current Obsession: Rock Boys

2009-06-08T06:55:00.000-07:00

I love rock boys, they're lovely, crazy and all around fantastic.

The cigarettes, the skinny jeans, the hair.

I just love it.

Speaking of rocker boys, I think I am in love. honestly. He has lovely bright red hair thats wavy and completely unmanaged , and wears electric blue wayfarers that match the laces of lime green and magenta shoes. He's indie, he's classic and he's natural all in one, even if that seems impossible.

Im ranting I know. I love and miss you guys, tell me what you've been up to, I am in the mood for a good story!

While you prepare your stories for me I am going to go make a lovely espresso drink, shop and read your blog (and comment of course!)

back is the new black

2009-06-06T20:44:00.000-07:00

oh how i miss being here! some things have happened and I am not as avaliable as I once was but now that it's summer and classes are done, I have incredible amounts of free time.

I have been doing lots of latte making, thrifting ( I found an amazing nude cream/gold raw silk and chiffon ellie tahri dress recently that i've been dying to wear) and making new friends. I love my life what can I say. Its good.

what have you all been up to? I've missed you

we don't need to say goodbye

2009-03-24T16:52:00.000-07:00

im so sleepy but I am posting because I am feeling neglectful...

Im kinda in love with everything right now, spring has sprung,music is playing and girls are looking pretty- its great.

I don't want to say goodbye to my friends and family, but it looks like I have to grow up!

My birthday is soon arriving as do those acceptance letters, I'll keep you posted!

Hectic Electric Dreams

2009-03-10T17:31:00.000-07:00

The past two weeks since of have last written have been filled with good outfits and bad outfits, crazy moments and beautiful moments; and of course lots of messes!

I must say that overall, I did enjoy myself. My closest friend celebrated her birthday and there were some scandalous happenings. I got a raise at my job because I make great lattes, and I realized that the boy that I love was actually just to toxic to handle!

Things have been so hectic that I don't have time to enjoy the simple things in life, like tea, sleep and shopping online for things I'll never be able to buy!

But now I am gonna slow down and do things like nap, shop and drink yerba matte.

I've been having daydreams of champagne with good friends, salads with feta and summertime!

What have you been dreaming of?

ps is anyone else a little bit bummed about seeing the fall 09 stuff already? I love the clothes but thinking about it makes me sad...

Oh my lovely week...

2009-02-24T21:33:00.000-08:00

I know that again it has been a week since my last post and this happened not to long ago as well, but this time I must tell you that it has been for all the right reasons!

I have spent the last week doing mostly readings for the only class that I am taking that I actually care about, as well as spending lots of time leisurely. I have always been more of a tea girl,but I gained an addiction to iced lattes (even though its like 3 degrees outside and freezing).

I also spent lots of time thifting, I bought:

vintage cashmere lacoste cardigan($4)

Brooks Bro's Oxford ($7)

free city hoodie ($8)

anna sui skirt ($12)

dolce vita flats ($7)

A LOUIS VUTTION MAKE UP CASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!

It absolutely perfect, its got that trademark leather print with a gold clasp and a mirror on the inside. Its large enough to fit credit cards, make up, even a cell phone so I can take it almost any where instead of a purse. It looks more like a clutch anyway.... oh how I love it, and it was only $13!!! And a friend of mine that works in retail confirmed that it was authentic. I will post pictures later when I am not so lazy.

Oh how I love thrift stores. Especially the ones like goodwill and salvation army that have no idea how expensive the stuff that they get is and sell it for cheap cheap cheap!!

Additonaly, I met a handsome fellow who makes me giggle uncontrollably at the very sight of him! Ah, and he is a sweetheart as well, and incredibly smart!

I don't know if its just the latte/vodka combo, but it makes me feel quite strange in side!

♥

Spotlight

2009-02-17T17:16:00.000-08:00

I'd thought I should feature people that I'd love.

Right now its Zoe Kravitz.

I love her and I think she's beautiful, her daddy's not bad looking either!

12 Steps to Recovery

2009-02-13T18:55:00.000-08:00

Sorry I haven't posted for those that have been checking, I have had an awful week.

These shoes are going to get me back on track!

La Vie Boheme

2009-02-09T04:15:00.000-08:00

I can't wait to live the summer life! No more school no more commitment! Ah beautiful clothes and long nights (or short depending how you think about it!).

I love the whole boho look, its so comfy and so sexy-- the colors and the patterns are unbelievable!

I just bought the dark blue Ramona LaRue jumpsuit, its silk( bottom photo)! its the best and it has an amazing back!

Dance Tonight

2009-02-07T04:37:00.000-08:00

Have you ever seen a campaign ad and everyone's partying and you wish you were there?

I know this sounds a bit lame, but that's how I feel about the Cavalli ads for spring/summer '07

I know it was years ago, but I came across these photos again recently and they're simply amazing! look at all of the gorgeous people in beautiful clothes, including one of my all time favorites, Erin Wasson!

Sexy Back

2009-02-04T16:45:00.000-08:00

oh how i love the idea of this summer's purposed plunging backlines!

I just love the haute hippie clothing line (the bottom shirt), its so amazing! Its available at all of the usual sites (revolve, shopbop,chickadowntown etc...).

I feel like short shorts or a skirt might be too much for something like this, what should one wear with something like this?

Question?

2009-02-03T09:11:00.000-08:00

What do you think of the floral dress and leather jacket combination? My friend Lia swears by it, but I just don't see it, am I wrong?

American Identities

2009-02-02T15:43:00.000-08:00

These American designers really know how to rock the Red White and Blue

Like a Feather

2009-02-01T16:39:00.000-08:00

So I have the fire inside me- I've always wanted to dance around in inappropriately in a very revealing jumpsuit. I think it stems from watching that Nikka Costa video when i was young!

Call me bad if you want to...

top: Chanel Iman in Derercuny

bottom: Giedre Dukavskaite in Danielle Scutt

Dressed For a Lullaby

2009-01-31T18:47:00.000-08:00

Sleepy.Silky.Slinky.Sexy.

Max Azira Spring '09

Welcome to The Dreamworld

2009-01-29T15:12:00.000-08:00

Please leave your blacks and dark colors at the gates with these ladies at the gates! They will be waiting for you next fall...

This spring is full of exciting sheer colors, flowy sliky fabrics-- the things that I dream of!
Whose line are you most excited to see this spring?

I love Rodarte and Badgley Mischka new lines for spring 09

And Givenchy's line from Paris' haute week was just lovely

Question

2009-01-28T18:54:00.001-08:00

Do you believe in the peekaboo bra?

3.1 Phillip Lim did it quite a few seasons ago, and I've wondered ever since...

Summer Just Got Better...

2009-01-28T16:39:00.000-08:00

Thanks to some fabby connections I will be spending the summer traveling to NYC, Paris and London as an apprentice photographer with a close friend of my grandfather!

Oh the adventures, the clothes, the art!

Above are a few of my original pieces done on 35mm film using a Pentax k1000

Crash Into Me Like a Heatwave

2009-01-27T17:54:00.000-08:00

I know what it is, its summer!

leggy silk dresses with the highest heels

sexy sweat & messy chic hair

latenight adventures

gladiator sandals

sunglasses

I need need need it! only six more months to go!

untitled

2009-01-27T17:43:00.000-08:00

have you ever craved something and had no idea what it was?

its not a food or drink, cigarette or even a clothing item.

who knows?

Current Obsessions

2009-01-27T06:30:00.001-08:00

Marc Jacobs Bag.Claude Monet.Chris Benz.Decordova.

Life is Really Just a Party...

2009-01-26T21:00:00.001-08:00

Let's face it.

Life isn't worth taking seriously.

Just think about your most memorable nights, for most of us they aren't the ones where we worked our hardest and completed out goal, they were the nights that we can barely remember and relive them through poorly taken photographs in which will refer to for the sake of it, as art.

I remember this night perfectly, everything was right, I had the camera, Lia had the dress, Kenny had the attitude and of course Sofia had the drinks. That night was nothing was accomplished, and yet it could not have been better.

I loved it because we were all just being, we weren't hamming it up for the camera ( a practice that I usually would partake in) we were acting as ourselves and I just happened to be capturing it on film, or I guess on pixels. I miss that night.

Another night that I find to be one of my favorites was I spent the night walking in circles around the river, giddy with excitement with what the night may bring. Sneaking up to a rooftop and leaving empty bottles on top of middle school may seem awful, but in that moment it seemed like perfect sense.

And so we must reflect-- are we really happiest when we reach our goals? or are we happy when we do nothing sensible while surrounded by the people we love ?