love is real.

So I had my 23rd birthday on Saturday, and what a magical day it was. I am now the last person in the world to finally own a digital camera, courtesy of my amazing boyfriend.

I can also cross something off my wishlist.

Oh. My. God. These little faces staring up at me all day make me so happy.

I do not like Juicy Couture, their sweatsuits, clientele, or their obnoxious purses, but the jewelry I've seen of theirs recently is really gorgeous and fun. I saw this pendant and fell in love. It's so beautiful.

Thank you, Mom, Dad, Eric, and Jason.

xo, Jessica

wish list for fall

Seeing as how my birthday is in 3 days, and most of these things are way too freaking expensive, this is just a pipe-dream. But maybe not forever.

1.) Kate Moss by Mario Testino. I haven't flipped through this or seen it in real life, but with those two names on the cover, I WANT IT. I will carry it around with me everyday.

2.) Miu Miu SS/10 cat-print clogs. Y'know, I'd take the daisy ones too. Or the sparrow. Whatev.

3.) Marc Jacobs mouse flats. As mentioned before, these are my favorite shoes ever created. My favorite designer in the whole entire world is Marc Jacobs.

4.) Vintage floral Dr. Martens. These are the legit ones from the 90s, not the ones I have from Urban. Not that I don't LOVE mine, but these are definitely an iconic piece from the grunge era.

5.) Ben Amun gold coin necklace. So beautiful. Probably made better than mine from a thrift store that looks just like it.

6.) Louis Vuitton Stephen Sprouse leopard shawl. Marc Jacobs used his namesake and signature leopard design to honor the late designer/artist in 2008. I bet this is cozy and wonderful.

7.) Leopard coat. This one is Topshop, but any will do. I'd love to find the perfect faux-fur slightly-longish one in a thrift store someday. I've always wanted one.

8.) Prada knee-socks. I'm not crazy about the shoes. Sometimes Prada shoes are so pointy, like they're going to take someone's eyes out if you pissed off the wrong person. I've been into socks lately, and I love the DIY-ness that they have. Also, they look really warm and probably cute with some mouse flats. Just saying.

xo, Jessica

treasure hunting.

These are some of my amazing thrift store finds from last Saturday. The Salvation Army in Council Bluffs, IA (off Broadway) is a goldmine.






Sadly, these were a size 8. Finding a 10 in thrift stores or any vintage shop is no easy feat (or "feet", ha).












The sailboat sweater was my favorite catch of the day. And only 3 dollars.


xo, Jessica

the first post.

This is my first blog post and this is my first blog. I was opposed to the idea ever since the blogosphere craze began. Yet, oddly enough, I read the fashion blogs like it's my job (and I wish it was).

I work at Urban Outfitters. I am in charge of the accessories. This is a perfect fit for me because I love shoes, bags, and jewelry.

My favorite shoes in the entire world. The Marc Jacobs Mouse Flats. I WILL own these one day. "Marc" my words.

Miu Miu daisy clogs SS/10. Looooove. Probably won't afford anytime soon. :(

My beloved Chanel Diamond Stitch handbag. The only real "lady-like" thing I own.

My favorite. I've had this Marc by Marc Jacobs Faridah hobo for two years now, and I love it more everyday. Truly a classic with infinite "wear-with-all."

As you can see, I have an obsession. I am a 22-year-old writing major living in an area where everyone carries the same (Coach) bags and wears the same (Ed Hardy, Hollister, Abercrombie, Express) clothes. See also: hell.

I have always thrived on being different. I am drawn to things that are both chic and stand the test of time, and things that are just plain strange that most would consider ugly. Anything that tells a story and has a personality, I adore. I plan to showcase these items from thrift stores, runways, random strangers, etc. With this blog, I want to celebrate my inspirations as well. I hope you enjoy reading, and I hope to reach out to like-minded individuals who share my love for uniqueness.