Urban Trendwhoring

It’s kind of like Urban Rebounding, only more walking-around-in-a-big-floppy-hat trying not to feel dumb because you know it makes the outfit SO MUCH better. Also, sometimes unabashed trendwhoring is a LOT of fun.

Totally pretending I’ve been stopped by some fabulous street style photographer, not awkwardly setting up my self timer in broad daylight and looking around, wanting to hang a sign around my neck that says “forgive me. i have a blog.”

Kind of like walking around the city between shows, with my head all full of wig prep braids and fake eyelashes and people staring at me funny. I want to hang a sign around my neck that says “forgive me. i’m in a show.” And then I look at the tourists, stopped in the middle of the sidewalk, in their sensible walking shoes with athletic socks and maps, and I don’t feel so silly.

The embarrassment comes with the lack of explanation. I’m not sure why I feel it, since I guess I’m supposed to be all full of confidence and whatnot- except I’m always self-conscious. I think finding that balance is important.

For me, the balance came with throwing this sweater on over the long dress- it’s got a low, open back, which I love- but was a little more on the fancy-looking side than what I wanted for the day. I do love the freedom that a maxi dress gives- so easily dressed up or down, easily accessorized, easy to live in. I’ve worn it far more times than I’ve photographed it- with statement necklaces, with the studded crop vest I made, with flats, with heels. It, somehow, always feels right.

wearing:

maxi dress: American Apparel
sweater/sandals: Urban
belt: stolen from Rebecca
hat: from Annie Creamcheese, Las Vegas