Showing posts with label Texas. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Texas. Show all posts

Saturday, December 3, 2011

Black & Yellow


Happy Saturday!

A pretty yellow floral blouse just makes me happy, kinda like this little number I picked up fairly recently. This picture was taken while we were on vacation in Austin, Texas.



I sure do miss the green grass, trees and rolling hills....



blouse: forever 21
skirt: vintage 1940s
tights: target
shoes: urban outfitters
purse: vintage 1950s

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

Riding Boots and Capes!

Would you believe…. that I found this amazing cape a few months ago at my local Buffalo Exchange. I couldn't believe that nobody had swiped it up! I guess it was just waiting to come with me and find a new home in my closet. I love the fact that it is a below the knee length cape, a plaid pattern in brown & black, AND has this amazing structured cut-out in front. All of this for only $15.00 folks, that was a successful day for treasure hunting, if I do say so myself.



I got to play with this cape a little bit when I was in Austin in November. The second day we were there it was around sixty degrees outside. So yes, that is cold where I come from. I was thrilled to be able to dust off my brown leather riding boots, my beret and THIS amazing cape! And not look ridiculous doing it. In Arizona, sometimes November can still mean desperately longing for fall fashion and trying to wear these things in eighty plus degree weather.


 Details:

Cape: Buffalo Exchange {Tucson, AZ}
Black Turtleneck: Target {Mossimo}
Pants: Target {Mossimo}
Riding Boots: Vince Camuto
Messenger Bag: Vintage Coach
Belt: Seventies Vintage {Desert Vintage- Tucson, AZ}




xo~syd




Friday, November 11, 2011

Back from Texas! Part 1

Hey Ya"ll,

Ya, I said ya'll, I was bit by the bug! After spending a week in Austin Texas, it's only natural right? That was such a friendly and awesome city! I had never been before and always heard from others about it's funky charm, creativity, vintage aesthetic and grassroots vibe. So we decided to take a spur of the moment road-trip, out to see our friends and spend some time seeing for ourselves (best idea ever!)

There is undoubtedly inspiration on every corner in Austin. From the great vintage typography and signage, to a plethora of food trucks, music, art and local shops. Not to mention the beautiful rolling hills and green trees that surround the city. That is a really big deal for me folks, due to the fact that I was born and raised in the desert. Here are a few things that caught the likeness of my eyes!

There were quite a few pictures, so I decided to break this post up into two parts, enjoy!





An appreciation for vintage signage everywhere!


I spotted lots of Vespa's, which I can never get enough of.




I think I went back to get a cupcake more than once....


More vintage salvage and signage, I love it!


A beautiful, serene place to lay your head and a quick pose in front of the gates of the San Jose Hotel.


Wish that was the front door to my house!


A quick jaunt down to San Antonio, to experience the River Walk. It was a beautiful day and we had a nice lunch on this patio.


Romeo didn't waste any time finding his local spot. This circus themed candy store and old fashioned style soda fountain was just too cute for it's own good!. 




I am already planning another trip back soon and I can't wait to get my second dose, of what I missed the first time around. There are a few more food trucks on the list to hit up for sure! I don't think I would ever run out of places to eat. 

xoxo~syd
p.s.- stay tuned for part 2