Want

- Ruche

I don't remember the last time I wore jeans or pants (aside from American Apparel yoga pants for lounging around). I live in dresses. With a wardrobe devoted almost exclusively to a good variety of this feminine one-piece garment... I find it easier to get dressed and out the door. Pick a dress that strikes your fancy, a cardigan (if needed), and a pair of shoes! Efficient.

Oh, and in the winter? Thick sweater tights are my best friend.

I sort of really want these dresses to be waiting for me in Chicago when I return. That hemline of the second one is whispering my name across the Pacific. "Have me. Wear me. I'm frivolous and fun, and you will love me." Hmm...

Ruche Boutique

- Ruche

I was pleasantly surprised with my recent discovery of Ruche, a boutique based in California. I love the soft fluttery feminine details, it makes me want to put a pretty floral dress on and go peach-picking in a faraway countryside orchard. And the designs are all so reasonably priced!

Summer 2010

Ginger tea, a pair of beautiful red soled heels, and two good books. I am happy. I start summer school on Monday, and I am actually looking forward to learning all about art and architecture in India.

The weather has been so strange. For the past few days, I've had to leave my apartment with a light cardigan, which is okay, but hey! It's summer! To love or to hate Chicago's temperamental weather? Anyway, tomorrow should be warm, so I am going on a little picnic girl-date by Lake Michigan with my friend Brie! I even made fresh ginger iced tea, so excited