Makeshift Models: Mixing Patterns.

Photography by the both of us.

Natalya-                                   Sam-
Shirt: Thrifted                            Shirt: T.J. Maxx
Scarf: Gifted                              Hat: Modcloth
Jeans: T.K. Maxx                      Cardigan: T.J. Maxx
Ring: Gifted                               Necklace: Forever 21
Heeled Oxfords: T.J. Maxx        Ring: Heirloom
Tank Top: H&M                        Oxfords: Target
Necklace: Forever 21                Watch: Macy's
Bracelets: Gifted, HSN               Bracelet: Gifted

Sam and I have decided to start this new segment: Makeshift Models. Basically, we decide on a theme, then get together at one of our houses, and choose outfits for each other. So...in these photos, the theme was mixing patterns and Sam picked out my oufit, while I picked out hers. We'll most likely do a lot of these type of post over the summer, as we'll have ACTUAL time. Surprising, right?

In Sam's look, I combined this gypsy-like top with the floral skirt to create a base to work off of. Then, I added the floppy black hat, the black-and-gold neclace, the oxfords, the bag, and the cardigan to add subtle touches of black to offset the many patterns in this outfit; the stripes, the floral, etc.
-Natalya

My (not so) Glorious Return.

All Photography by Sam Manzella

Cardigan: H&M

Shirt: Stolen from Mother (Shhhh...)

Belt: Also stolen

Trousers: T.J. Maxx

Necklace: Gifted

Boots: Tesco's

Camera: Vintage

Technical difficulties! Technical difficulties! *crinkling bag near reciever...shrrrdarppppppckkkkkkkkkkfsssssshhhhhhhhhh...continues for an obnoxiously long time*

Why hullo there! Long time, no blogging. It's a long story, but the short version is: my computer is five years old. It's pretty much dead. A couple of weeks ago, it broke down completely. I managed to get it up and running (kind of), but now, whenever I try to access the internet or upload absolutely anything, namely my photos, it makes a loud and worrying sound for about a minute and then dies. Which is why I'm coming to you from Sam's computer. Perhaps it's time to get a new one. *coughcoughDadcoughcough*

So, it's been...what? About a month? What's changed? ...Not much. In fact, absolutely nothing. My life is rather boring.

Anyway, I'm going to be comandeering other people's computers for the next few days, so forgive the erraticness of the following posts and any technical flaws that may occur. Hopefully, my computer can be fixed and I can return to my regularly scheduled posts. *fingers crossed* Time to go eat all of the food in Sam's kitchen. A demain!

-Natalya

Stylin' Skirts

I thought I'd share some of my favourite new skirt designs that I've been seeing over the past few weeks. During the spring, I generally lean towards pairing a simple skirt with a nice top, maybe some light tights, and heels. I'm drooling over all of these for this season. Must guilt friends and family into loans.

Leather and Lace.

Shirt: Vintage

Jeans: T.K. Maxx

Hat: Mandee

Boots: T.J. Maxx

Necklace: Gifted

Jacket: T.K. Maxx

The Spring of Spring.

Dress: Modcloth

Shoes: Payless

Tights: Modcloth

Necklace: Handmade in Canada

Cardigan: Thrifted

Why is it so hot? What is wrong with the world? It's March, for God's sake. It should be cold- or at the least, a little chilly. Not this overbearing, humid, mosquito-boasting heat wave. Don't get me wrong, I don't mind it being warmer than usual, especially as going out at six in the morning is far more comfortable now. But I miss the in between stage- the spring of spring. Cool rain showers, mild weather, crisp air, green things just beginning to poke out, tentative sunlight, etc. All that good stuff.

I have British genes. I am meant for mild climates. But not this. Definitely not this. Generally, I can handle the weather here just fine. Right now, though, it's too hot! It's in the seventies. In New York. In the middle of winter...Why?!

A Saturday Screening.

Apparently, this is going to be the week for introducing new segments on Stylish and Snappy! Every Saturday, I'm going to assemble an outfit for anything you might get up to on a such a Saturday and title it using alliteration (yes, every time; ie. A Saturday Stroll, A Saturday Screening). I'll write a little blurb to go along with the set, maybe list some prices. From time to time, I might feature a certain site- Modcloth, in this case- by only choosing items from their store, a new trend, some sort of theme, etc. Feel free to make suggestions in the comments below.

Biography:
You decide to spend the day at the cinema and delve into your haphazard closet for something to wear. You dig through last night's discarded out-and-about in the city dress, your crumpled work-appropriate skirt, and pair after pair of tights, before your hands meet silky material- what's this? The perfect outfit for an afternoon matinee at the local, slightly more upscale theater where you can laze away a Saturday, enjoying back to back screenings of all your favourite black-and-white classics.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Too. Much. Work.

All Photography by Natalya Jean

Dress: H&M

Shirt: Vintage

Boots: T.J. Maxx

Tights: H&M

Leather Jacket: T.K. Maxx

This week has been so hectic- and I'm not even finished with it yet. Intimidating tests, on demand essays, strange tests, an abundance of quizzes, buckets of homework... It's only Wednesday and it already feels like the whole week has passed. I can't tell you how much I'm looking forward to that coveted, blissful moment on Friday afternoon when I can finally relax. 

P.S. Sorry for the lack of posts. I promise to make it up to you.
P.S.S. That gorgeous boy in the photographs is Monty, in case I haven't mentioned him before.

A Saturday Stroll.

Despite being ridiculously over my price range, this outfit seems just perfect for a lazy Saturday stroll. A girl can dream, right?

Primary Colors.

Photography by Samantha Manzella (Photo #3 by Natalya Jean)

Dress: H&M

Boots: Tesco

Tights: H&M

Coat: H&M

Fashion is definitely an art determined by the viewer. It's amazing how one outfit can evoke so many different reactions in so many different people. The first thing my mother said to me this morning was, "You're wearing those tights? With that? And, sure, I got some strange looks when walking down the hallways, courtesy of my mustard tights, but on the other hand, I received numerous compliments throughout the day. At the end of the day, all that should matter is that you like what you wear. And that's that.