Falling Whistles

 I wanted to keep today's look simple. I wore the Little Black Dress with a blue cardigan, carried a canvas bad and wore flip-flops. I also decided to wear my Falling Whistle.

One of my closest friends, Matt, came to visit earlier this week and as always was wearing his Falling Whistle. Matt is one of those people who probably knows at least 2 people you know; he is definitely a people person. He is one of the funniest people I have ever met and also one of the most caring and compassionate people I will probably ever have the pleasure of knowing. Matt was involved with Invisible Children and got involved with the Falling Whistles organization last year. The organization...

"gives a small window into our world’s largest war. Originally just a journal written about boys sent to the frontlines of war armed with only a whistle, readers forwarded it with the same kind of urgency in which it was written and demanded to know – what can we do? The Falling Whistles campaign launched with a simple response - make their weapon your voice and be a whistleblower for peace in Congo."  

It's humbling; knowing that while I am wearing the whistle as an accessory, there are young boys that wear it as their only amour. If you have a few minutes today, take some time to look at both the Invisible Children and Falling Whistles organizations. Learn how you can make a difference in someone's life.  

Matt and I



On an unrelated note... here is my list for today

"Things I Want to Learn"

• Learn how to deal with difficult people
• Never lose my sense of wonder
• Learn to whistle with my fingers
• Learn from my mistakes
• Learn French
• Learn to bartend
• Learn to be a storyteller
• Learn some smooth, cool dance moves
• Learn how to invest in stocks
• Learn to ride a horse
• Learn how to rappel down a mountain
• Learn how to make tamales

Grunge-Indie-LA-Journalist meets Orange-County-Girl-Next-Door

I've never worn a keffiyeh scarf... until today. It looked fantastic with my Little Black Dress and was very grunge meets girl next door. My dearest friend, Ursula, lent me the scarf because at Day 11 of the experiment- I'm running low on both ideas and clothes. I like the look of the scarf and the fact that it was bought at a train station in Paris; It's sure to me cozy which is great and I think the green purse acts as a fantastic splash of color. My bracelet  was handmade in Angola, Africa and was given to me by my Aunt and Uncle who lived there for 3 years.

I feel like I've been too focused on the fashion side of this blog so I'm going to try to talk more life, etc. That being said, I've been working on a list of things to do and ways to continually improve myself. I've completed my "Understand Myself" section; things I will do in an effort to become a better me, while still looking fabulous in my Little Black Dress... and beyond;

"Understand Myself"

   • Love myself
   • Be proud of myself
   • Figure out what makes me truly happy
   • Write down my thoughts
   • Redefine, reconnect, and embrace the person I am becoming
   • Choose a theme song for myself
   • Understand what I am looking for in a mate
   • Know when to stand my ground, when to let things slide, and when to meet halfway
   • Write a "This I Believe" essay
   • Complete a list of 100 facts about myself
   • Come to terms with my past


Rather than just focusing on what color cardigan I'm wearing, I hope that my new 'lists-for-the-day' will make the blog a little more entertaining. Tomorrow's list will be "Things I Want to Learn".

I really look forward to hearing comments on both my lists and outfits. Hope that you enjoy the new'ish format of my blog; today's quote is FANTASTIC!!! Be sure to check it out!

Scarf Rose Knot

It's National Wear Red Day so I wanted to do my part in raising awareness about heart disease among women. I decided to wear a scarf that had a touch of red in it, great idea. I learned how to tie a rose knot with the silk scarf and was very excited to greet the day with my new "fashion statement"; It's the boldest move in the experiment yet! I felt such a sense of sophistication and poise all day; I'm sure my posture has greatly improved! I paired the dress with knee high black boots which was good move on my part since I was greeted with rain drops the moment I stepped out of my house to face the world. Tonight, if I go out I will match the look with a pair of black fishnets for an extra edge.

Check back this weekend and see if I'll need boots to keep me out of the rain!

Hobo meets Casual

Today's look was very classy-casual, one may even say hobo'esque with a little touch of class. I paired the Little Black Dress with my friend Ursula's camel brown buckle boots, my old tweed-herringbone jacket (whose buttons have all fallen off) and topped it all off with a simple necklace and carried my dark brown Hermes bag; the look was a success.

I let a another person, from work, in on the Little Black Dress experiment. Now I have 2 people to relay any office folk reactions and/or comments about the fact that I've been wearing the same Little Black Dress... everyday since I've started working... stay tuned!

I think tomorrow I'll go with another classy-casual look... I may even wear flip-flops!!!

Check back tomorrow for Audrey's quote of the day AND my latest look!

New Job... Same Dress

 

I started a new job today as a copywriter for an advertising company; I wasn't sure how dressy to be. I decided to wear the Little Black Dress (obviously) with a dark gray cami underneath and black heels. I dressed it down a bit by wearing a jean jacket and I carried a canvas bag, in place of a purse. I left the house like a top-notch classy writer... carrying my Google mug full of caffeine and some papers. I'm proud to report that the outfit AND the first day were both a success.

PS- I let one person at work in on the experiment, but everyone else has NO idea!

Inspiration for The Little Black Dress experiment

My inspiration for this came from Society Stylist, Elizabeth Hearst.

Would I be able to wear the same Little Black Dress for 30 days?? I doubt it, so that's why I've challenged myself to 28 days... the entire month of February.

I will, for 1 month, 30 days, less than 9% of an entire year... wear the same thing. In fashion focuses Orange County, CA, I will dare to be different and will wear the same thing every day, only accessorizing with cardigans, belts, scarves, tights, etc.

Thoughts are running through my head and I'm beginning to wonder... will people notice that I'm wearing the same dress everyday? Do people REALLY care? Will it be easier to "decide what to wear in the morning?

So many questions and the month of February holds the answers. Check back to see pictures of each day's look and my thoughts and experiences.

Wish me and my Little Black Dress lots of luck!