Summer Fever and Giveaway!

While a good number of us are already concuspicently taking in this falls gorgeous collections, this little finger is still grasping on to summer like a lover to the letters from the object of her affection. Why, yes, summer is the way life tells moi of her love and winter is like a yearly breakup letter. 

Of course, winter brings the richness of fall's pieces: lush cashmere, leathers, velvet, feathers, fur (faux or real), and deeper use of reds and leopard prints, not to mention the layers, wool hats, and the gorgeous coats and jackets that I am dying to wear. Red lipstick looks more glamorous, boots are back, and heart-warmingly hot cocoa comes in decadently, gluttony-sheltering scents and mixtures, which compete only with hot cookies and molten chocolate lava cakes. 

However, the ease of a little silk dress and a red fruity sorbet win my heart. 

Packing Light Challenge: 10

Silver bamboo necklace, flea market; Brown sunglasses, Dolce & Gabbana; Cream blouse, silk, Rag & Bone; Black tights, thermal, The North Face; Black sleeveless long cardigan, cashmere, Vince; Men's digital black watch, plastic, my brother's; Black flat boots, patent leather and suede, Via Spiga.

It was a pretty cold and busy day. There was a lot of walking and lifting and climbing. Yes, today was the move! The new place is only a few blocks from my friend P.'s place so there will be lots of girl-dates. So excited! Thanks A and K for helping me move my life and all the heavy boxes from the dorm. You are the coolest, guys!

Bacci,

-The Girl Jumping in the Atelier's Closet

Second-Hand Bliss

From top to bottom: Coral pink pleat trim jacket, vintage fur collar, white tuxedo shirt, Lela Rose black pants. Green cropped blazer, Beyond Vintage off-white camisole, Lela Rose black pants.

Packing Light Challenge: 9

Silver bamboo necklace, flea market; Brown sunglasses, D&G by Dolce & Gabbana; Black tights, thermal, The North Face; Gray tee, cotton, Theory; Men's digital black watch, plastic, my brother's; Black flat boots, patent leather and suede, Via Spiga; Classic trench coat, London Fog.

Je suis totally in love with this trench. It was dangling at a tiny little thrift store in New England. The ladies there were so cute and there was acquired a gorgeous, impeccable Ann Demeulemeester blazer from her Spring 2005 collection. The trench was buried under a pile of huge coats and jackets. It peeked out, and called, "please lady, I am down here" it a raspy British accent. Oh, but how could a girl like me resist?

And now, off for a long walk, reading a book, and out with my lovely, beautiful friends P, and A.

Muah, muah,

-The Girl Sneaking out of the Atelier's Closet

Packing Light Challenge: 8

Brown sunglasses, D&G by Dolce & Gabbana; White tuxedo button-down shirt, second-hand; Black pencil dress, Express; Men's digital black watch, my brother's; Black patent flat boots, Via Spiga; Gilded bow necklace, vintage gift from my old boss's family estate.




The post office and the library may not be the most glamorous places, but a red pout tends to brighten a gray day.

Love,

-The Girl in the Atelier's Closet

Packing Light Challenge: 7

Silver bamboo necklace, flea market; Brown sunglasses, D&G by Dolce & Gabbana; Beige belt, patent leather, Club Monaco; Black tights, thermal, The North Face; Gray tee, cotton, Theory; Black sleeveless long cardigan, cashmere, Vince; Men's digital black watch, plastic, my brother's; Black flat boots, patent leather and suede, Via Spiga.

Packing Light Challenge: 6

Brown sunglasses, D&G by Dolce & Gabbana; Men's digital black watch, plastic, my brother's; Beige and gray pumps, patent leather, Nine West; Red tee, cashmere, Lord & Taylor; Gilded bow necklace, it was a gift from my boss, it belonged to her great aunt.

There is something really special about antiques. There is something really special about gifts. Wearing something like an heirloom elevates and inspires an entire ensemble, making an everyday, mundane, perhaps chic outfit into something personal and substantial. It creates an aura of style and ownership. This is what this little vintage bow necklace represents. It was a gift from my old boss and one of the sweetest women there are. Although I no longer work at the library, this is a very special piece that symbolizes a lot of things and reminds me of her. Here is to heirlooms. Let us raise our glasses of fresh orange juice and say "Cheers!".

-The Girl at the Atelier's Closet

Packing Light Challenge: 5

Brown sunglasses, D&G by Dolce & Gabbana;
Gilded bow necklace, vintage gift was my boss's great aunt's;
Black pencil dress, cotton, Express;
Beige belt, patent leather, Club Monaco;
Black thermal tights, The North Face;
Black sleeveless long cardigan, cashmere, Vince;
Men's digital black watch, plastic, my brother's;
Black flat boots, patent leather and suede, Via Spiga.

Capsule Wardrobe Interjection

Here are a few pieces acquired yesterday during mon voyage. Do you like! Je suis absolutely happy with this new temporary wardrobe. There will be lots of time spent at libraries, concerts, art galleries, and interviewing people. The project concludes in a presentation. There might also a job interview.

clockwise starting from top left:
classic wool gray blazer, tailor-made;
empire waist silk blouse, Beyond Vintage;
Lace trim long camisole, Beyond Vintage;
mandarin collar striped shirt, Tommy Hilfiger;
classic white non-iron shirt, Brooks Brothers;
classic beige silk blazer, Liz Claiborne;
black leather skirt, second hand;
pinkish silk victorian blouse, 2bRych;
black convertible wool dress,;
black cotton pants, Lela Rose





What do your think of this little fur collar?
It's so useful and it really transforms a classic.

The trip to the thrift store yesterday was rather exciting. There were two Japanese-Brazilian ladies at the bus and they were the absolute most fun. And je found some perfect pieces waiting to be further perfected.

Packing Light Challenge: 4

Brown sunglasses, D&G by Dolce & Gabbana; Cream scarf, silk, vintage; Cream blouse, silk, Rag & Bone; Black thermal tights, The North Face; Men's digital black watch, plastic, my brother's; Black flat boots, patent leather and suede, Via Spiga.

Some girls have been ogling this Rag & Bone top since it made its appearance at such an unlikely store. Some girls like moi touched it. Admired it. Tried it on. It made an impact. on some girls like moi. The meticulously perfect silk panels, the tiny yet bold futuristic shoulder detail, the covered buttons at the cuffs, the soft poet sleeves, flowing from the structured shell, the full lining... It was all in my mind and I finally saw it on sale in the unlikeliest place! There were only two left and one was exactly my size. And here it is. Do you remember this scarf from the trip to Arizona? It really says "Take me to Paris, you silly American girl!". "Fuss no more", replies the Perfectly clean structured, futuristic silk blouse. "Oh my, but I can't fly now! There are so many school projects to work on. Besides, who do we know in Paris? Adrien and I barely remember each other. And Edou is back in the States", Je said, pensively. "Take me to Paris, i tell you. Take me! Take me!" she replies with the shrieks of a well-mannered, soft-spoken adolescent. Yes, the kind of adolescent who bakes cupcakes and wears lace on Tuesdays.

Besitos!

-The Girl Raiding The Atelier's Closet

Packing Light Challenge: 3

Brown sunglasses, D&G by Dolce & Gabbana Red short sleeve tee, cashmere, Lord & Taylor; Gray tee, cotton, Theory; Black thermal tights, The North Face; Black flat boots, patent leather, Via Spiga.

Since the heat went out at my sister's house after a big, bad hail-storm, Je have been looking for certain warm, comfortable, little luxuries. A fur lining for my silk house jacket, wool-lined moccasins, and an entire collection of comfy cashmere t-shirts are in that list. Because the cashmere t-shirts are for wearing under house-sweaters, they must be used and cheap. Rummaging in Boston's shops, what do you think je find? The three cashmere tees that any girl would need. Here is one of them over that super soft, stretchy Theory tee.

The bus to the thrift store today was rather exciting. There were two Japanese-Brazilian ladies who were the absolute most fun. And je found some perfect pieces waiting to be further perfected. Thrift stores are like cool treasure-hunting grounds! You shall see the evidence on the next post.

Besitos!

-The Girl Coveting The Atelier's Closet

Packing Light Challenge: 2

Do you remember this mean ring from this summer?
Love it. Je cut the end part last night.

The lipstick was mother's. It was in one of those ancient suitcases full of vintage clothes that she keeps in her old apartment. It is mixed with lip balm for a softer, crushed cherry bitten look.










Black hat, felt, my brother's; White tuxedo button-down shirt, thrifted; Black thermal tights, The North Face; Black sleeveless long cardigan, cashmere, Vince; Black flat boots, patent leather, Via Spiga.

It's such a perfect day for a tomboy look. It was cold and snowy and there were practically no side walks. Hahaha. Yes, so je offset the tomboy look with rouge lips and a few coats of mascara.

Good things always come out of days like this. Since my really cool friends to let me crash at their place for a few days, Je thanked them by getting some groceries and making dinner. The bus ride was really cool. Je met this visiting researcher, a young Mr. S., who came from the north of Dublin, Ireland. It was funny that all moi could remember were Heinrik Ibsen's works and scenes from "The Beauty Queen of Leenane". Lol. At some point we were talking about research and S. asked, "Have you got a long ways ahead of you?". Je paused and thought deeply. Then, with a quizzical look, "Do you mean in life?". The young Mr. S. paused, "No, i mean in the bus."

Je suis off to a romantic dinner with my two girl friends. Muah.

-The Girl Coveting The Atelier's Closet