Channeling Mia

Coffee ring shirt - Simply Vera

Shorts - CABi, thrifted

Sandals - Cydwoq

Mia is a huge fashion inspiration for me. We don't share the same body type, but we share a love of color, short hair, and trying shapes not typically encouraged by cookie-cutter standards.

I don't wear shorts. I never wore them when I was younger. I tried three pairs of shorts that I can think of in my blogging past. One dressy, two denim. Wasn't thrilled with either one. But I've admired Mia's shorts based looks a whole bunch. She always looks totally cute.

So browsing the GW over the weekend, I found two "Mia-esque" shorts. I didn't even try them on because I was feeling impulsive (and was already feeling down that nothing else in my cart had fit the way I wanted). But I got them home and lo and behold! I had two pairs of shorts that fit. And I actually liked. In fact, I'm wearing the other pair tomorrow. They're plaid! These are tiny blue striped. Hoping by styling these will give me confidence to style my similar print All Saints skirt.

Now for the bad news - If you aren't interested, just skim the kitten pictures and move on. We got Brucey being a big baby for my mom. York being shy, then the boys being cuddle bugs with each other. Sorry for the blur to them, these cats move constantly.

Okay bad news - I was supposed to, again, go for my latest tattoo. I've had the money set aside for awhile now. I've had a strong concept picked out. I've tried four different artists. All of them have given me different excuses why it won't work or why they won't do it. I'd believe it wasn't possible to get what I want if all the reasons I'd been told had been consistent from artist to artist. But they weren't.

I know what limitations tattooing has - and I don't believe for a second what I'm asking is either unreasonable or un-doable. Maybe I'm massively wrong? But I'm more likely to believe the people I've spoken to just aren't interested in working with me. 

Mom and I tried one last place, but they turned out to be closed on Mondays, so we're going to go in tomorrow for one last attempt to find a non-asshole artist willing to actually listen to my idea instead of immediately looking at the pictures I've brought in and not listening. I even had one guy call my CAT picture a DOG... yeah I left that place immediately. I generally have a good feel for people, and every single one of these places has been less than stellar. 

And hey, they've missed out on making the money too. 

Speaking of money, my job is a bit up in the air. I knew it going in that the shop couldn't technically support another employee on a regular basis, so it's not at all a surprise, but I am sitting here crossing my fingers and toes that I'll still get to keep my job. I love it so much, and I knew the reality of how temporary it might be, so please send any good vibes you can my way.

Suddenly: Blogger Meet-up!!!

Dress - DIY by me

Necklace - swap with Kristan

bracelet - swap with Patti

Shoes - Arche

Today was a big event in the shop. So I was asked to wear black. I haven't had a good excuse to wear my DIY'd dress yet, but today was the perfect opportunity!! It was so comfortable, long enough that I felt alright bending down, picking stuff up, and generally hauling ass. Add fab jewelry from some amazing people and smart, comfortable shoes - LOVE IT.

But I got a very special surprise, when Alicia of the Spashionista Report decided to come a little ways out to visit our shop and say hello!! She is the second blogger I have ever met.

This gorgeous lady really made my day so great. I only wished I could have had lunch with her, but sadly I was on the clock. But I will definitely be doing a proper meet-up with her soon. I snapped one very fast photo while the live music was going on, but she's going to do her own post on the event. 

Lots and lots of love and thanks to her for making the trip and bringing her hubby along. ;) (And if you can't tell how happy I was to meet her - seriously, look. I'm smiling with teeth!!)

 

Megan's Thursday outfit: 

Brown tee - Tryst, thrifted

Skirt - Edme and Estylle, thrifted

Sandals - Fluevog, ebay

Here I am with my superwoman boss, Lacey (center), and her gorgeous friend, Nicole(left). We are rockin' it out after the event in the shop on Thursday. I'm not usually a 'party' person, but it was super fun to chill out and talk after meeting lots of new people and selling. I also got to oogle our new vintage goodies. So lovely!! 

I went from being busy to being SUPER busy. But I love it. It's so exciting to be around passionate happy people. Thankfully though, I am off for a few days. Now I need to rest, recoup, and get back in touch with my blogging buddies! I have missed you guys.

Grey Lime

Top - Bee Stitched, thrifted

Skirt - All Saints

Flats - Cydwoq

Necklace - Tiffany & Co, gift

One of the best things about working where I do, we have lots of little lunch places. I decided to duck into the Lime deli this afternoon, which is a nifty little sandwich place with a Latin-food flavor. It's hard to describe, but I got a grilled sandwich with pulled turkey, pesto mayo, red onion, and jack cheese. Delicious, but huge portions.

It's been amazingly exciting every day. I really look forward to going into work everyday because I am doing things I know how to do, helping people, helping a worthy cause, and getting to play around with lots and lots of clothes!! Okay, you guys know me, I already brought home two new things, but they are mega-staples that I have been hunting for. A good pair of cropped linen pants and a sweat-shirt moto jacket that will be an absolute go-to this fall.

Any advice for supportive shoes that look cute? My cydwoqs and fluevogs have been great, but I can't shell out for more pairs right now (as much as I would love to).

Ultimately, these weren't my favorite pieces together, but I tried something. I'm still trying to make this skirt work for me. I love it, but it's a bit of a closet orphan.

Goth Workin' Girl

Dress - Calvin Klein, thrifted

Heart felt pin - gift from Sheila

Bracelets (2) - Target, vintage

Army Flats - Trippen

What's a girl to do when it's hot outside and she's gotta work? Toss on an uber cute dress and comfort flats. I snagged this dress last week. The material feels like a french terry sweat-shirt. Stretchy and soft, and a little bit goth. Years ago, I would have never worn these shoes with this dress because they're brown and the dress print is black - but dude, Lynne changed my life when she convinced me to wear them with black anyway.

I'm really super excited today because I'm working with my boss, Lacey, to get some of the better vintage pieces up on an etsy shop! We have so many nifty things, it's like being in a sweets shop. I just have to keep my eye on the prize and not take everything I love home. Though it is just as exciting for me to know that other people will be getting such good deals. Plus tattoo!

I love Mondays

 

Cardigan - 360 Sweater, ebay

Fly Tee - Smoking Lily, gift from Sheila

Jeans - 7 for all mankind, thrifted

Oxfords - Fluevog Connie, ebay

I've been questioned many times why I love Mondays - I think they're exciting days. Sure, the alarm clock goes off too early. But it's also a clean slate for the week. You've got all week to tackle problems, start adventures, things to look forward to! I love looking at the possibilities of a week.

And of course, reflecting on the weekend. I had some major luck this weekend! I scored these brand spanking new 7 for all mankind jeans for $3 at the GW!! I had to hem them up, but for $3 and a pair of jeans that fit - woohoo! Guys, always check the go-back rack. I've found some of the best stuff on them.

Also good news from this weekend - I've got my next tattoo planned! I've bounced around where I was going to start next, but I finally settled on my next piece. I'm going to get a line drawing of a cat-skull in honor of my late kitty Gomez. Now to raise the funds for it!

Summer Sale

Hello everyone! I'm looking to clear out my inventory of belts and buttonflowers for the summer. For one week only - All obi belts (including reversible) are $12USD plus free shipping in the US.*

*International customers please inquire. I'll work with you for the cheapest, safest option.

Add any buttonflower collection for $3. 

Email me at Ecc3ntriccynic[at]gmail[dot]com to order.

Fun Job

Tee - Kersh, thrifted

Crops - French Laundry, thrifted

M earring - Wendy Brandes

Star earring - gift from Ana

Logic flats - Cydwoq

Wee! I had my first couples of hours working at the consignment shop! Very exciting to see all the new goodies. I opted for stylish comfort since I didn't know what exactly I'd be doing today. I can already tell I'm going to love these cropped pants this summer. I snagged them over the winter. I saw the Pucci-like print and prayed they fit!

I added my star and M earring for a little dash of sparkle. Grey comfy flats for standing around in. I'm looking forward to working again with my new boss, Lacey. Consignment work is infinitely more fun and inspiring than drudging retail. I love working with anyone who is passionate about what they do.