Hit me baby, one more time!

Wow, am I ever glad denim is becoming a "trend" again. (Not that it's ever totally unpopular, because everyone wears jeans, but we'll put it this way - I'm glad I can wear my denim jacket again without getting (verbally) beaten up by some Prada-wearing chump.) I'm especially excited with all the new innovative ways to wear denim this season. Just please don't pull a K-Fed/Britney (you all remember that picture, right? Matching denim-on-denim! *shudders*). 

Thankfully, some celebs know how to do it right.

All three of these ladies know how to make a statement with just one gorgeous piece. I also like how their looks are all undone, casual, rock-chic. That's what denim this season should be about!

Then there are the not-so-fortunate fashion-challeneged girls...

Let's clear this up: denim-on-denim is NEVER acceptable, ever. Got it, Jessica? It makes you look like an 80's love-child slob and is embarrassing for both yourself and your little girl. And, apparently, Hayden doesn't have a clue how to dress to suit her body type, because both her jeans and her shirt are incredibly unflattering and hit all the wrong places. Use your denim for good, not evil!

I have to admit I have a serious case of denim-lust right now. I yearn for a happier time, filled with terrible 90s catch-phrases, the last of the leg-warmers, and greasy, gelled hair. ..... Too bad I'll soon be a starving college kid, living in dismal 2010. :'( You guys will have to buy all these fabu pieces and wear them, just for me, mmmmkay?

                                  

Cropped jacket - $57 CAD - republic.co.uk

Tan denim biker trousers - $815 CAD - Ankle

Long 70s denim shirt - $58 CAD - topshop.com

Floral denim bandeau dress - $95 CAD - topshop.com

Set of barrettes - $6.34 CAD - tillys.com

Bikini - $98 CAD - bunnyhug.co.uk

Scarf - $575 CAD - liberty.co.uk

Embellished military jacket - $210 CAD - theoutnet.com

Denim pleat leather booties - $195 CAD - asos.com

Fade-wash skinny jeans - price unknown - nordstrom.com

Dark-wash "American Flag" skinny jeans - $550 CAD - luisaviaroma.com

Denim bra - $47 CAD - topshop.com

Embellished clutch - $295 CAD - endless.com

Denim vest - $16 CAD - oasis-stores.com

Worn-out shorts - $42 CAD - American Eagle

Sigh. So many different options, so little money (and closet space). 

What about you guys? Are you excited to break-out the denim again? What pieces do you want for your collection?

ps. I definitely sang 90s pop last night at the bar. It was karaoke night and, sadly, I was stone-cold sober. ARENTCHUJELZ??!!!?!?!

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xoxo, madlove. ♥

my tumblr - my polyvore - my formspring - my twitter

68.) If I had you, life would be a party, it'd be ecstasy.

(If I Had You - Adam Lambert)

Oh, the wonders of internet search engines and social networking never cease to amaze me... I have recently discovered a beautiful website filled with clothes, created by brilliant designers, that I could easily see myself dreaming up in my brain, and attempting to sew (and failing epically): Behold the wonder of all that is idontlikemondays.us! srsly, check this shit out.

GORGEGORGEGORGE. I think I just drooled on my keyboard.

Also: I want NEED to buy these clothes. Now. They're essential to the future of my happiness (and existence). 

from my polyvore

(all clothes available at idontlikemondays.us)

Black mesh dress - Stolen Girlfriends Club - $115 CAD

White blouse - Seneca Rising - $110 CAD

Red ankle boot - Melissa - $94 CAD

Blue tee - Seneca Rising - $46 CAD

Black pleated tank - Maurie and Eve - $47 CAD

Yellow heels - Melissa - $110 CAD

Star print denim shorts - Stolen Girlfriends Club - $115 CAD

Silk harem pants - Savant - $370 CAD

Knit cardigan with alpaca collar - Savant - $245 CAD

Reverse black balloon shorts - $170 CAD

&TO ALL OF YOU WITH MAD $$: Who's feeling generous? *insert pathetic puppy dog face here with trembling lip*

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xoxo, madlove. ♥

my tumblr - bloglovin' - my polyvore - my formspring - my twitter

054. | Hollywood hills and suburban thrills.

DILEMMA (not that I have a significant amount of $$ for this to be important right now, but WHATEVAH): should I treat myself to a pair of Jooks or a pair of Toms for spring? Decisions, decisions...


Jooks

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Toms

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Do any readers out there have a pair of either? Which are more comfy? Which picks do you like best? (And, most importantly, which are spring-worthy? :) )

050. | There's fire in my veins and it's pouring out like a flood.

I have officially fallen in love with Federation Clothing Ltd. Good thing Canada has a strong dollar right now, because I want EVERYTHING on their website! Now, if only I had the $$ to spend... sigh...

047. Takin' what you need, bite the hand that feeds; you lose your memory and you got no shame.

My Spring Essentials



Romper by Topshop, $130 CAD
Way-farers by Ray-Ban, $165 CAD
Studded gladiators by Faith, $77 CAD
Lipgloss by Nars (in "Babe"), $25 CAD
White oxfords by Belle by Sigerson Morrison, $225 CAD
Butterfly necklace by Tarina Tarantino, $820 CAD
Draped shorts by Sonia by Sonia Rykiel, $285 CAD
Cropped boyfriend jeans by PRPS, $460 CAD
SPF lotion by Skin Ceuticals, $39 CAD
Camisole by L'Agence, $300 CAD
Cropped leather jacket by Doma, $535 CAD
Crochet swimsuit by Topshop, $67 CAD
Sexy body by Johnny Depp, priceless

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a. I'm really digging neutrals this season, which is strange for me because I like to wear a lot of strong, poppy, bold colors.
b. WHITE oxfords and cropped boyfriend jeans have been on my lust list for AGES but I sadly haven't been able to purchase either one yet... there is a home in my closet for you two, y'hear?
c. Totally digging the butterfly necklace, like WOAH. Statement jewelry will rule this spring!
d. I'm loving the updates on cool classics, like substituting metal -> plastic way-farers, bomber -> cropped leather jackets, and printed -> studded gladiators. These classics have gotten a trendy update, but will always remain timeless in essence!
e. Working at a pool gives me an excuse to own multiple (and often impractical) bathing suits, so I think a crocheted one-piece is long due.
f. I need infinite $$ and an infinite closet. :(

What are your spring wants&needs&lusts?

039. | I want a girl with a short skirt and a loooonnnngg, long jacket.

My cousins got me an online Forever 21 gift card. What should I buy?



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Wing cuff bracelet, $6.10 CAD
Antique studded knit vest, $24 CAD
Metallic dot knit skirt, $9.25 CAD
Anchor earrings, $5.05 CAD
Shanti studded grey boots, $26 CAD
Black sequin shorts, $24 CAD
Gold casual shoes, $26 CAD
Feathered black and white tank, $15 CAD
Scenery tee with scoop back, $16 CAD
Metallic gold and black military-style blazer, $37 CAD
Pen vs. pencil tee, $11 CAD
Studded black booties, $39 CAD
Pin-up black and red sailor shorts, $24 CAD
Dotted navy and black pleat skirt, 21 CAD
Pyramid lapel jacket, $42 CAD
all by Forever 21


Anything else you think I'd like?

037. | Before I leave, brush my teeth with a bottle of Jack.

Your creations of unexpected beauty and style will be forever missed. You were a visionary, a leader, and an extraordinary human being. We will all miss you. Rest in peace.


from the READY-TO-WEAR 2010 collection


from the RESORT 2010 collection

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Eagle cashmere blend sweater, $1,590 CAD
Silver multi-metal ring, $270 CAD
Yellow leather pumps, $725 CAD
Caribbean skull-print scarf, $730 CAD
Black plastic frames, $315 CAD
Black trousers, $345 CAD
Silver studded pumps, $780 CAD
Navy luggage bag, $700 CAD
Reptile-print silk dress, $4,365 CAD
Paint-splash denim blazer, $1,445 CAD
Paint-splash denim jeans, $930 CAD
all by Alexander McQueen

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Le sigh. On to happier things.
While reading Death of a Salesman in English today, our batshit teacher started going on about Victorian hair art (which stemmed from our original conversation about a diamond watch fob; go figure). Turns out this stuff is pretty ornate.



"Jewelry made with hair is dated back to at least the 1600's, when hair bracelets were given as love tokens by both men and women."



"Hair was valued for sentimental reasons at a time when there were no photographs."



"Today there are only a few Hair Artists who are making this type of jewelry. There are no schools where one can go for instructions, so this art is self taught. An enormous amount of time is spent learning the different techniques. Hair Art like any other art is a constantly evolving process."





Although the idea is really unique, I personally don't think I could wear someone else's hair on my wrist or ears or shirt... gives me the creeps. What about you?

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ps. Friends' 18th this Saturday. Drunken pictures will surely follow. :D

036. | Cause you had your turn and now you're gonna learn what it really feels like to miss me.

At this point in time, CLOTHES > BOYS. So, for VDay, I think I'm gonna curl up in some cute jeans and a tee and watch Zombieland with my other single ladies. Yeaahh...


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Pink cartoon "I Still Heart You" tee from delias.com, $28 CAD
Red dress with heart cut-out from goddiva.co.uk, $64 CAD
Love bird sterling silver earrings with gold plating by Zoe & Morgan, $210 CAD
Silver ring with red heart by Delfina Delettrez, $550 CAD
Black long-sleeved shirt with sparkly red heart by Wildfox Couture, $115 CAD
"I Heart Zombies" tee by David & Goliath, $21 CAD
Red polka-dot, heart-shaped sunglasses from attitudeclothing.co.uk, $8.40 CAD
Beige heart wallet by Jayro, $140 CAD
Heart-printed umbrella by Burberry, $145 CAD
Muse heart briefs by Kiki de Montparnasse, $190 CAD
Heart-embroidered cardigan by Miss Selfridge, $54 CAD
Pink satin skirt by Forever 21, $16 CAD
Gold and crystal heart-shaped ring by Betsey Johnson, $63 CAD
Pink and black dress by Preen, $1,360 CAD
Black ring with red heart by Miss Selfridge, $10 CAD
Black, rainbow-heart platform sandals by Marc Jacobs, $965 CAD
Gold and black multi-heart necklace by Betsey Johnson, $165 CAD
Gold and black bracelet with leopard-printed heart by Betsey Johnson, $49 CAD
Black silk heart-printed fringe dress by Jovonna, $150 CAD
Heart-print slipper boots by Faith, $27 CAD
Gold and black heart-and-crown stud earrings by Betsey Johnson, $33 CAD
Black applique heart tank by Marc Jacobs, $245 CAD

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ps. Shopping trip tomorrow! :D

029. | A pen and a piece of mind.

Since I've had to take an obscene amount of time off work in order to study for (and, hopefully, not fail) my diploma exams, the result is my wallet = ;(

Therefore, I give you Kiki's List of Outrageous Items That She Won't Be Able to Afford Without Selling Her Soul (or begging to her father on hands and knees). :) Oh, if only...
































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Rubilite stone ring by Delfina Delettrez, $2,010 CAD
Studded leather jacket by Temperley London, $2,265 CAD
Square-frame acetate sunglasses by Marc Jacobs, $280 CAD
Circle tank from vivre.com, $185 CAD
Fringe earrings by Iosselliani, $305 CAD
Layered chain necklace by Maria Zureta, $445 CAD
Fringe shoulder bag from Blush B-lush, $980 CAD
Printed leggings by Belle Sauvage, price unknown
Stud ring by Stephen Webster, $535 CAD
Brass hand bracelet by Delfina Delettrez, $2,865 CAD
Studded flat brogues by Christian Louboutin, $1,070 CAD
Angled sunglasses by Alexander Wang for Linda Farrow, price unknown

024. | Saturday: when these open doors were open-ended.

Wrote the first half of my Social 30-1 diploma exam this morning. I love writing essays, but I'm tellin' ya - 3 hours of government and politics = SUCK. I'm fairly confident that I did well, though. :) .5 down, 2.5 more to go!

Aren't these shoes THE ABSOLUTE SEX? I found them whilst blog-creeping and have fallen head-over-heels (ha!). Too bad I don't have $1707.29 CAD to spare...






























by Nicholas Kirkwood for Rodarte

Also, now that we're on the topic of gothic/punk/metal/80s-comeback/wtf?, here are some other similar items that I'd give up my soul to own:






















by Lip Service, $76 US

















by Alchemy of England, $42.50 US






























by Iron Fist, £49.99







































vintage, $34.00 US
































by Jason Wu






















by Vivienne Westwood, $780 CAD























by Yves Saint Laurent, $921 CAD






















from oasis.com, $34 CAD




















by Vintage 1, $168 CAD





















by ModCloth, $46 CAD

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I think I'll do a vintage Polyvore set one of these days... I guess I'm glad the 80s are (badly) making a comeback - maybe vintage will = cheaper (or at least more readily-available)? I'm game for everything except mullets and hair metal.

oh, and ps. Download music by Fifth Hour Hero. RIGHT NOW. :) <3 That is all.

xo