invented worlds

(vintage postcard of the "Royal Exchange" in London.)

(beach-side couple.. washi tape from hanging it on my window.) 

(Garden of the Gods envelope.)

(gentleman standing outside of the Nelson.) 

(dress: given to by a friend, sweater: given to by my mom, hat: thrifted, tights: target, belt: j.c.p, loafers: thrifted.)

   Tuesday is one of those days where I just want to wrap up in a fluffy blanket, listen to Edith Piaf, watch more Downton Abbey, and eat a giant helping of sweet potato chips. Although my schedule would never allow that to happen. I am always the student that is bombarded with assignments that were "talked about in class" two weeks ago, written in planner, forget to check until two days before. Yes, that is Tuesday for me. (And Wednesday. Actually mostly Wednesday because I always find ways to procrastinate).

  Speaking of procrastination, I finally set up my printer this evening and used it to scan in many little things I have purchased recently. I was so excited to share, and many more to come. Instead of clothing pieces, I have a new and recent obsession with vintage postcards and photographs. My favorite find was the photograph of the man standing in front of the Nelson, which I visit quite frequently (here and here, on blog). Yay for new collecting that does not require needing a third closet! (Yes, I have two closets. Sigh.)

good day sunshine

(blazer: thrifted, sweater: thrifted, skirt: thrifted, broach: re-run's vintage, belt: thrifted, sweater tights: h&m, flats: thrifted.) 

   Ah, the feel of warm(ish) weather in the winter.. the kind when there has just been the hint of snow and freezing, then suddenly a breeze of warmth comes through. These winter days are some of my favorites. It was warm enough today to get away with only wearing a light sweater with a blazer. There were so many people in the city going on walks and enjoying this wonderful Sunday weather.

   I took a short walk through the Kauffman Garden, in Midtown, and it was quite a beautiful place. I had never explored here before, but I will be back (which I have usually been to most places in this category  and it is a wonderful thing to find new places in my town.) The rest of my Sunday was spend getting take out, watching The Perks of Being a Wallflower and Django Unchained, and relaxing with some homework on my couch. But, suddenly not ready for the busyness of the week ahead.. welp, that is the life of a college student. 

visitors from afar

(dress: re-run's vintage, blouse: thirfted, belt: a friend's closet, tights: target, pilgrim shoes: thirfted) 

   Oh, what a wonderful Saturday this one was! As I mentioned my penpal in this post.. she is in the states for the next few months and brought her boyfriend back with her. It was his first time ever in the United States. With that being said, I had to show him a taste of Kansas City. 

   Our first stop was the West Bottoms, in which we went to a few vintage stores and got some coffee at a local shop. I decided to take him to the Liberty Memorial to show him a wonderful view of the city. Sarah, my penpal, had missed Trader Joes and the prepackaged items you could buy there (they make everything from scratch!), so we bought some food to make a light dinner at my house. 

   I couldn't be more excited to have her, and her boyfriend, here to spend time with. Thankful that I have a few more months to spend with them!

hearts of pennies

 (diy pompoms hanging on my craft room's window.) 

 (kitchen wall decor purchased for two dollars a few weekends ago.) 

 (favorite rabbit wall decor found at Salvation Army in the past few years.) 

(cuddling with Whitecastle after the days classes.) 

 (shipping off store packages and needing to buy new ribbon.) 

(coat: re-run's vintage, blouse: salvation army, wool skirt: atc, tights: h&m, vintage cole hann loafers, flower headband: forever 21, handmade cat pin.) 

   I want to wish all my readers a welcome into my favorite month, February! Full of winter weather, turning 21, and Valentine's Day... the last real coldness of this season. I suppose that it is the events that happen during this time that make the month so special. I am already secretly planning my Valentine's Day outfit.. which will obviously be the best outfit by far (because everything will be pink and full of hearts!)

   Today was a brutally cold day in the city. The winds were high in the morning and there were still ice patches from the earlier snow. Although today was freezing, the Midwest is going to heat up (again!?) throughout the week. Welp, good thing I got to wear my favorite winter coat today. Everything is always so dynamic.