Here’s a few shows I found particularly interesting by some of my favorite designers. A lot of them tend to be very avant garde, but I feel there’s one or two things we can take away from the shows (for example, Yohji Yamamoto’s use of oversized knits).
(I’m really dying for the metal cap-toe boots in the McQueen show! I see a project in my future….)
Went to Sunshine Thrift Store with a friend of mine today – first time ever there. Tons of stuff to look at. The plus size section was pretty extensive – much better than Goodwill. But before I get to the goodies (there’s not much, but I did get a few neat things), I have to comment about this one lady at the store.
She had a Louis Vuitton Pochette purse listed at $8.95. I just saw it on Ebay for $90 (and that was with a damaged handle). The LV site has it retailed at about $500. She didn’t buy it – the inside was ‘dirty’ (let me correct her – it was DUSTY). Are you FREAKING kidding me lady?? I’m half tempted to go back, buy it, and sell it.
Anyways, here’s the few items I purchased today. I’m still on the hunt for stuff to wear with my skirts, leggings and boots.
Black shirt with three-button details, priced at $3.45.
Black short sleeved cardigan, $6.95
Black plaid jumper with tuxedo pleats down the front, for $6.95.
I also found an unopened blank canvas (for painting on) for $4.95, size 24″x30″! I see a painting in my future…
That’s really about it for purchases today. I had a great time getting out with my friend, doing something we both love. Hopefully we’ll get to do it again soon!
I’ve taken my first step into a larger, more visible world. Today… was my contact lens fitting.
I’ve worn glasses from the age of 5. In pre-school, I had a patch on for about a year because of a lazy eye. Thankfully, my doctors say that’s healed right up nicely. Since then, off and on, I’ve worn glasses (depending on if I could afford them at the time). Not once, in 35 years, have I ever worn contact lenses.
Until today.
I’m going through a period of personal change, which happens every so often, where I feel the need to make a few changes to my person. Not sure why, but it just happens, y’know? So I put synthetic dreadlocks in and decided I wanted to ditch my inconvenient and yet very fashionable glasses. I really want sunglasses this summer. Big beautiful bug-eye sunglasses! But I digress…
I went in and saw the doctor, and he gave me the lowdown on everything. I explained to him that I have sensitive eyes, that tend to itch a lot. He had concerns about prescribing me contacts, in that he was worried my eyes wouldn’t adapt well to having something in them, if they were sensitive. He explained all the benefits and risks associated with them, and his concerns. I told him I’d like to at least try them out, and he thought a test run would be a good idea.
He pulled the lenses for me and had his associates teach me how to put them in. It took FIFTEEN MINUTES to get them in.
Me: “I have no idea how nine year olds can do this and I can’t!”
After getting them in and blinking a bit at the weirdness in my eye, it occurred to me that I CAN SEE! I have peripheral vision! I’m not wearing my glasses and I can see! So weird! So neat!
The doctor took me back inside the office and checked the fitting for bubbles or any kind of weirdness, and he said they fit perfectly. He checked my vision and all was good. I went back out to talk to the receptionist, order my lenses, pick up my cleanser and case, and pay for my visit. I got a year’s supply, one pair every two weeks, because it was the best deal my insurance offered. They should be here in a week. I’m going to set an alarm on my Google calendar to remind me when to switch lenses. I wore the lenses for six hours without much issue, except a little itchyness. Picked up some rewetting drops at the store that the receptionist recommended and those helped. It took me about two minutes to get them out. Progress!
All in all, I feel this was a good experience. The doctor suggests I wear them daily for a month, for my eyes to adjust to having them in, and to get in the practice of putting them in and taking them out. Not a terrible idea. It does mean I’ll have to wake up earlier, in order to get things situated in my eye. One downside I realized is napping. I’ll have to take them out if I decide to take a nap. Bummer.
My doctor mentioned after I got the lenses in and he looked at them, that he thinks I’m going to become a die-hard lens wearer. I’m not sure. I enjoyed the freedom of not having my glasses, but not having glasses on is taking an adjustment. With time, I’ll gain some proficiency in getting the lenses in, and it won’t be such an ordeal. With time.
Hello! Those of you who know me off-site know that I just got a new set of synthetic dreads – Yay! I had a set a few years ago and fell in love with them, and am very excited to have a new set.
I chose to go with more natural colors this time around, but I feel that next time, I’ll get more unusual colors added into the mix.
So far, the only downside I’ve had is that when I pull them back, they’re very heavy, so that’s something I’ll have to get used to. Also, I keep leaning back on them, so they pull. I’m just not used to having hair this long!
Here’s a picture of the beginning of the install:
and a photo of the final install:
Below, I’ve included my video review of Syndreads synthetic dreads, as well as the video of the installation method we used, by RivetLicker.
Just rememberr, everyone, don’t be afraid to try something new. It’s just hair, and it’s loads of fun to play with. Synthetic dreads are temporary, and you can always take them out or change them up as you see fit. The only limit is your imagination! Give them a try!
Our next review will probably have something to do with my contact lens appointment this upcoming week. I’ve never worn them before, so it’ll be a completely new experience for me. I’ll be sure to post a video about it. Until then! Be well!
I’ve decided to start doing a Polyvore Outfit of the Day. This outfit will be based on the look of an outfit I’ll be wearing that day in real life. The prices of the items are NOT reflective of the price of what I’m wearing. What I’m aiming for is the look and style of what I’m wearing. Please remember that the majority of my clothes are bought discount or thrift, and the same looks can be bought easily on the cheap. Give it a try!
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