I Can See The Pines Are Dancing

It's that time again. Summer is winding down and making way for autumn. It's safe to say I've been ready for fall for weeks now, so it should come as no surprise that it took me about five minutes to put this fall wishlist together. This gal knows what she wants.

1. HUNTER Huntress Wellies - $135 It seems to rain on a weekly basis in my area this time of year. I have my Bean Boots for the wet winter months, but they're just a tad too insulated and warm for early fall. These would be the perfect solution to the puddles encountered on my walks home.

2. FILSON Antique Tin Cloth Barn Coat - $195 Filson is known for making high-quality goods to last a lifetime. For a classic like this, that's just what I need. This coat, some jeans, boots, and a good scarf. That's how you do autumn weather.

3. Chemex Drip Coffee Carafe - $40 While I'm not a huge coffee drinker, I have the distinct feeling I'll be needing to become a huge coffee drinker within the next few months. For someone with very little storage, a generic coffeemaker isn't exactly what you want sitting out on your counter. But this guy? I can see this carafe becoming an aesthetically pleasing part of my morning ritual.

4. ELF Handmade Leather Flats - $90 Welp, these are heavenly. The craftsmanship! Can you imagine these with a pair of straight leg jeans, cuffed at the ankle? Pure perfection. I've probably already ordered these by the time you've read this.

5. HERSCHEL Little America Mid-Volume - $85 Like Filson, Herschel makes quality goods. While I'm no longer in school, a backpack would still be a handy thing to have. My bike is nearing its finish so I'll soon be on the road with places to go and things to tote. And maybe if I have a camping-appropriate backpack, someone will take me camping (wishful thinking?).

6. JUNIPER RIDGE Big Sur Room Spray - $24 Wild ginger, burnt honey, salt, and damp ground. You're kidding yourself if you don't want your entire house smelling like this. I mean, come on.

And here's a little musical treat from one of my favorite fellows, to carry you into fall.

A.A. Bondy / I Can See The Pines Are Dancing [audio only]

The Perfect White Tee

Some girls spend their whole lives seeking out that perfect little black dress. This girl, on the other hand, has been seeking out that perfect white tee...without spending an arm and a leg. Enter Everlane, where dreams come true one tee at a time. Their mission? To supply you with designer tees, minus the designer prices. So, what would be a $100 t-shirt will only run you about $15-30 at Everlane. Available  only online, they've cut out the middle man. I made my first order (I say "first" because there will be more to come, I assure you) about two weeks ago and it arrived only a handful of days later. Excitement ensued. These tees really are designer quality. I can already tell they're going to last me ages (this coming from someone who chronically wears out clothes faster than anyone I know). These sturdy, well-crafted classics will stand the test of time. Don't forget, they've got stuff for the fellas, too, among other things. Like this waitlisted weekender.

I need it. Right now. Now go on, and join here.

A Beautiful Life

Summer, believe it or not, is coming to a close soon enough. Though, maybe not soon enough. These photos of Jenni Bryant by Nico Alary for Kinfolk Magazine, are serving as my inspiration for the transition into fall. Jeans, sandals, and a perfectly brewed cup of coffee.

Snapshots

Lassie's been a little lonely, so these are just some snapshots of my life as of late. Until I figure out what to do here, really.

Looking Back

You may or may not (more likely the latter) have been wondering what I've been up to for the past two months. By chance that you've been curious, this post was made solely to soothe your aching mind. To say that these past two months have been eventful would be an understatement. I'm overwhelmed just thinking about them, so this is my attempt at a structured recap of the most memorable bits.

When I heard that Laura Marling was going on tour, I was there without skipping a beat. I fell in love with her music a few years back and I'd been dying to see her since. Ms. Marling, at only a year older than myself, is easily one of my biggest inspirations for putting pen to paper as of late. 

Over the course of five days I traveled to DC, Philadelphia, and New York City to see some of my favorite gents, The Horrors. I couldn't be happier with the results. I, uh, shrieked in excitement the entire way home after picking up my film. And, uh, shrieked a little more when I scanned the photos. And, uh, I still still get a goofy grin on my face whenever I go through them. The first step is admitting you have a problem, right?

Excuse the cellphone photo, but it's all about the content with this one because those are two front row tickets to see my main man Ryan Adams in Baltimore in LESS THAN TWO MONTHS with none other than my mom at my side. After a series of nearly tragic events, I snagged these (along with a lone ticket for the Philadelphia show) for an excessively pretty penny, more like a GORGEOUS penny, a BREATHTAKING penny (i.e. the only things in my kitchen are ramen noodles, tea, and an orange). The first step is admitting you have a problem. No matter the monetary cost, the evening will be undoubtedly priceless.

Speaking of Baltimore, just two weeks ago I made the charming city my home. I'm still in the process of settling into my new place, a glimpse of which is pictured above, but I couldn't ask for a more perfect apartment. The move came about pretty suddenly and I'm so thankful to everyone who made it possible. I plan to update with photos once I've made some major progress. I'm currently living like a complete slob being swallowed by giant bags of trash. Gross, right? Yeah, I'm working on it...



Since having moved into the city, I've also had the awesome opportunity to follow and get involved in Occupy Baltimore, a local offshoot of Occupy Wall Street. I strongly encourage everyone to get involved with your city's Occupy community (and if your city doesn't have one, be the creator!), or at the very least, get informed (Occupy Together is a great hub for all things Occupy). I think it's so important to be heard and to be a part of something bigger than yourself, aside from the Internet, and this is truly revolutionary.    

I Fall to Pieces

Maybe I'm getting a little ahead of myself considering it's been sweltering outside for months, but these past few days of temperate weather are telling me that fall is just around the corner, albeit, playing a nasty game of hide and seek. Despite the ominous "back to school" connotation, fall is my favorite season. To be honest, I don't completely mind going back to school (I'm sure I will retract this statement a month or so from now). I like to be kept busy and school does a fantastic job in that department. Anyway, back to the point of this post: my fall wish list, complete with gratuitous commentary!

1. Comme des Garçons wallet ($97) - I've gone through several wallets in the past few years, each one unsuccessful in functionality. I fell in love with this Comme des Garçons one a while back. Perfect for the essentials (ie. ID, cash, library card, etc.) and compact enough to be easily tossed between purses and bags.

2. Topshop Manney Suede-Slipper ($56) - I am so into these. LOOK HOW SEXY THEY ARE. Picture it: Sicily, 1922...just kidding (if you didn't catch that reference, please reevaluate your life and taste in 80s sitcoms). But really, think black skinny jeans (rolled to the ankle, of course), a silky blouse, vintage scarf, and a leather jacket to fend off the chill. 

3. Comme des Garçons Play Border Tee ($135) - Stripes. Need I say more? If you know me at all (or have seen me on any given day of the week), you know that I wear a lot of stripes. Like, a lot. I currently own around 25 striped articles of clothing; that number has probably grown since I last counted. Hey, don't give me that look...I don't like your tone. This top needs to make its way into my closet. NOW. I'm usually not one for whimsy, but I can't help but love the Play heart emblem.

4. Apple iPhone (from $199) - Duh. The only reason I hate my perfectly useable phone is because it's not an iPhone. Come school season, it would be great to be able to sync my calendars with such ease. Syncing my iCal to my android is a royal pain and has never worked properly. Juggling school, work, and somehow maintaining a social life, all the while dealing with a daily two hour commute, having my schedule readily available would be a godsend. A GODSEND, I TELL YOU.

5. Fjällräven classic Kanken backpack ($65) - I'm not a backpack person. You'd never know this because I've probably owned 20+ backpacks in my scholastic career thus far (thanks, mom...and uh, sorry...). In my college years, I've used various tote bags advertising various bands and one boring black American Apparel backpack. Perhaps something a bit more aesthetically pleasing would make me a backpack person. Perhaps not. In any case, with a commute like mine, I'll likely be spending a night or two at friends' places in town as opposed to driving an hour home; it would be handy to keep in my car with a change of clothes and necessities for those nights.

6. No. 6 Classic Biker Buckle Boot ($345) - Welp, a girl can dream, right? With that price tag, I think dreaming is my only option for the time being. Dreaming and ogling pictures of Michelle Williams wearing these beloved boots. 

And here's a little ditty by my girl Patsy for the road. 

(Just a Note)

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