Thursday, August 16, 2012

Come As You Are.


For me, flannels will always be a huge part of my wardrobe. A few of my biggest fashion inspirations have been rocking them since I could start dressing myself.. Kurt Cobain, Johnny Depp, my dad, and Garth Algar (..yes, Garth from Waynes World. SHWING!) I love flannels so much that I just couldn't take it anymore- I had to make them work during warm summer days. Of course, there's always the option of cutting the sleeves off, but I just didn't want to do that to all my cozy friends.. so, make-shift skirt it was!





To recreate this look is super simple: First, hop on over to your local thrift shop. There will be TONS of flannels in the mens section- this I promise you. Getting a flannel from a second hand store is key if you want that authentic 90's, super worn in, look and feel.. (which, hello- how could we not?!) Next, just button it up until it fits you nice at the waist and then tie the sleeves around you as if you were normally tying a flannel around your waist.. and bam! Make-shift skirt! 

Thrift tip: With flannels, as much as I die over red ones.. they're the trickiest. You want to make sure the colors/prints don't end up looking like you're ready for christmas, or in your pajamas, or even worse.. in your christmas pajamas! Also steer clear of red or green based flannels If you plan on recreating this look.. I mean, unless you're totally into kilts!




What I'm Wearing:
White cropped top and gray beanie from American Apparel | Flannel thrifted from Salvation Army | BCBG tan boots | Vanessa Mooney jewels


Spent the day cruizing around suburbia- finding some gems at garage sales and a little thrifting. So much better than in NYC.




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19 comments:

  1. Flannels are my favorite to wear all year around. I live in then during the cooler and cold months in NYC. Eh Nirvana is overrated, but cool song nonetheless. And I'm the biggest 90s baby and I been rocking them since birth.

    xx Jackie-o

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  2. That's such a great idea. I'm kind of bored of flannels but that's a great way to revamp them!

    Ava Tallulah

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  3. Amazing!!
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  4. Love your skirt! very nice idea!!! 5 stars on creativity

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  5. omg love this 90's post! I also love even more that you ended it with a Kurt Cobain video!

    love from San Francisco,
    Britt+Whit

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  6. great blog dear <3 It's so pretty <3<3<3 I've also a blog :) If do you like also we could follow each other :D

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  7. Man, what? You following me? My life no longer makes sense.Are you one of my biggest inspirations, omg
    ~ Dancing madly

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  8. The t-shit with the bra look stunning :) love your style girl
    xoxo

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  9. I love that you are so true to your style because it's awesome, ps what brand and shade is your lipstick?!
    Brooke @ what2wear

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  10. Hi, honey! I really liked your blog, you have great photos! Now, I am your faithful follower! I really hope that you enjoy my blog and you will be my follower!)))) Miss you, kiss!

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  11. Hey girl! Thanks for commenting & following!! I really LOVE your style!! I'm obsessed with grunge & the 90s.. forever by biggest inspirational decade! And you are abosolutely gorgeous!! Following you back obviously!!

    XOXO from the Netherlands,
    Lucia

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  12. Hi!
    Thank you for following my blog!
    I like flannels too, Nirvana and the 90's.
    I admire your creativity and ingenuity!
    I am following you!

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  13. Burgundy lips, cat eye, and plaid flannel? You are my dream!

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  15. I dyed my hair recently back to blonde, half it fell out. And your hair makes me want to cry! It is pretty much exactly how I want it to be, but I am too lazy to maintain extensions....guess I'll have it in 5 years though....only 5 years...

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  16. Beautiful outfit,beautiful make-up and the most beautiful song :)

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  17. Thanks for your comment hun! Love your outfit x

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