Sunday, January 24, 2010

How I rolled: The Warhol

Honey and I had a day off together, and we planned to spend it scouting one of our potential wedding sites: The Andy Warhol Museum on the North Shore. I love Andy and Edie and all things Factory, so it seemed like it might be a cool choice. We also thought it might intrigue some of our more far-flung friends to make the journey to The Burgh. I haven't been to the Warhol in years, so I was excited to scope it out again. I also figured it was a good excuse to dress up a little.

I don't get to wear skirts much... It's just not practical anymore, as I am typically found sprawled on the floor in a modified Chinese split playing or reading with my little beansprout. But it was an unseasonably warm day, we were on a fun mission, and I've been itching to bust out this little Anthropologie skirt I recently snapped up for 10 beans, so I went for it.

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(Sorry for the random ultra stoic facial expression.)

This is kind of an interesting outfit for my first style post, as I am typically not at all a shirt-tucker-inner, however the pleat detailing of the skirt absolutely demanded it. Said pleat detail also did wonders for my post-bunny bulge. :) I wanted to blind people on sight, so I paired the skirt with this intensely bright cardigan. I think Mr. Warhol would be proud.

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Then came the shoe question. Please believe me when I tell you that I used to live in heels. I'd throw a pair on just to walk to the corner bodega back in the day. However, in my present life, if there's a chance I'll be toting Miles for long periods of time, then I know it's best to stay somewhat practical. Hence these totes aws harness boots that I have been living in since Santa (aka: me) got them for me for Christmas. I'm a fan of the unexpected--especially when it involves mixing feminine and masculine pieces--and I think the boots gave the outfit a little twist.

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Although it was warmer than usual, I still needed a coat and I thought my Marc Jacobs trench and this vintage Kangol beret truly deserved one another. Just a touch of espionage, if you will...

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So I think we've ruled the Warhol out... The front foyer (which is the most budget-friendly option) is a bit smaller than I'd hoped, and the second most affordable option (floors 1-4) doesn't really have all that much to see. Although it does have the Silver Clouds room, which was hands down Milo's favorite. After checking it all out, howevs, we also realized it might be weird to have a reception where people weren't actually all in the same room. Though I think it would be grand for a cocktail party.

Anyway, that's how I rolled.

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Now I'm off to try to get Milo down for a nap, after which I shall attempt to bust out our digital camera so I can stop taking grainy ass pics on Photo Booth. Wish me luck!

-M.


Hat: Kangol (vintage)
Trench: Marc Jacobs (ebayed - $12)
Shirt: Gogh Designs (gift)
Cardigan: Express, via Gabriel Bros. ($8)
Necklace: $2 guy - Manhattan street fair (you guessed it: $2)
Skirt: Anthropologie, via Gabriel Bros. ($10)
Tights: Daffy's ($5)
Boots: Mossimo for Target ($50) - Just like Fryes, only waaaaaay cheaper. (Thanks to Shana, of Ain't No Mom Jeans for the tip!)

2 comments:

  1. I am in love with The Warhol. Have you used the photo booth in the basement? It's too bad it's not going to work for you. It's such a great space.

    PS I love that trench.

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  2. LOVE the outfit. And I can't tell you how many great gems I've gotten at good ol Gabes :) My fav is probably $5 heels..I'll send ya a pic. Oh girl wish you had been with us in South Korea...should see the awesome $h^! I bought there!

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