Stripes and a Shrunken Head Skirt

Last week's theme of work outfits sorta just happened to have two shrunken head garments worn in the same week. With my mind set of 'wear everything', I pulled out this (old) skirt by Mode Merr that Derek gifted to me after wearing it for a photo shoot.

photo by Jennifer Link Kieffer 2009

Jennifer had some clothing left over from a shoot that we did together (I was the stylist), so I got step in front of the camera for a little fun. This also was gifted to Derek in a frame, which (I think ) still hangs in his tattoo studio at work.

I'm wearing; black and white stripe shirt (thrift), shrunken head pencil skirt (Mode Merr), vinyl belt (from Julie Ann), buckle creepers (TUK Shoes), filigree bat necklace (?), black spike earrings (etsy) and green enamel bat hair clip (Sourpuss Clothing).

I don't know I really shy away from wearing fitted skirts....oh wait, it's because I ripped the back slit while getting out of my car. ARGH!!! Not the first skirt I've ripped and I'm sure it won't be the last. D'oh!

Thank you for reading, until next time!

XOXO-Meagan Kyla

Mod Bats

I love Mod fashion. I like to incorporate elements into my personal style like Peter Pan collars, black & white, and geometric prints, like checkers. With my goal to 'mix it up' and wear all the pieces in my wardrobe, I pulled out my Mode Merr pencil skirt and went with the 60s-inspired monochromatic leg/shoe combination.

shirt styled here, cardigan styled here and here, skirt styled here

This is one of my favorite work looks that I've put together this year! Since we've been having a very mild Autumn I've been able to experiment a little more rather than being buried under layers. It's hard to try and tuck all the layers (undershirts, long sleeve t-shirts, etc) under your clothing and not look lumpy or feel too constricted. I think Julie Ann and I could write a book about 'how to layer' in the winter.

All I can think of when I'm getting dressed is Randy from A Christmas Story saying, "I can't put my arms down!"

Hehehe!

Thank you for reading!

XOXO-Meagan Kyla

Wiggle It

I pulled out my Vamp Dress by Mode Merr and wondered to myself why I have been shying away from such form-fitting clothing. I slipped  into this little black number and quickly realized why it's in my closet...it's amazing! Stretchy, but has good structure and it's a good base piece in which I can layer with cardigans, vests, etc. 

Yeah, I'm wearing a 'regular' bra with an off-the-shoulder dress. I think it still looks good!

Blahhhh, I'm a bat!

Have you recently re-discovered something in your closet?

XOXO-Meagan Kyla

Pencil Skirt

I've been neglecting my pencil skirts in my closet, due to just not wanting to bother wearing such restrictive clothing to work. This combination came together while I was trying to pair a top with another pencil skirt (it just didn't work out) and I just decided to grab this creepy crawly critters top* with a black pencil skirt and black lace cardigan. I worn a slim belt to break up the print and accentuate my waist, paired with my studded pointed booties that I love oh-so-much. 

*Here is another way I paired the top

I've been asked a few times this week as to, "what color is your hair?". Haha! My hair needs to be re-colored very badly, so hopefully that will get done today along with baking some cinnamon rolls and having a brunch with friends. 

Have a wonderful Sunday and "Beware the Ides of March!"

XOXO-Meagan Kyla

Wiggle Wiggle

I have to admit that these days wearing wiggle dresses or tight fitting dresses have me running for the hills, but my new closet system has me inspired! I paired the Vamp dress by Mode Merr with this thrifted stripe sweater, vinyl belt and pointy booties.

This dress is amazing for layering! 

Four layers? Yes!

Thank you for reading!

XOXO-Meagan Kyla

Outfit of the Day : Leopard Print and a Shrunken Head.....Skirt

On Saturday I wore this outfit to work at Cats Like Us, I sorta "forgot" about my wonderful Mode Merr shrunken head pencil skirt. I love shrunken heads, as odd as it sounds, they fascinate me.  

This skirt is not new to the blog, but I like to style pieces in a variety of ways, like this way and this way. Since I was going to work I wanted something comfy, so I paired my shrunken head skirt with my 'Suffering From Elvis Disease Shirt' (Derek's name for his Elvis bust creations) and this cotton/poly leopard blazer that has made it's appearance time and time again, it's just that versatile! I wore a belt over the t-shirt as the shirt is bit big and I was trying to control volume while giving myself a more defined waist. My trusty studded creepers finished the look with a simple leather studded cuff and my black hair scarf tied in a bow.

How do you get the most out of the pieces in your closet?

Thank you for reading!

XOXO-Meagan Kyla

Outfit Of The Day : Shrunken Head Skirt

Pencil skirts and creepers=love in my heart!

It's Wednesday so that means Derek has the day off and I put on something other than fuzzy lounge pants and an over-sized sweatshirts, yay! I reached in and grab this Mode Merr shrunken head pencil skirt I've had for a few years, a lovely gift from my awesome husband. I've realized I need to wear my pencil skirts other than going to shows or to a party, so I layered the skirt over black leggings then paired with a long sleeve basic t-shirt, and a long cardigan (that I forgot about in the black vortex) with lace sleeves. I purchased the cardigan at Hot Topic over the summer and it was $40, which "I had to have" and though it's really awesome looking, the lace sucks. Oh well, I splurged and am mildly disappointed in the lace material pulling, but it's long and covers my caboose, so that's a win! 

Derek was giving me 'modeling directions', needless to say it was hilarious, "Drop your shoulder", What the?

My hair is also a bit nutty as I left it curly after washing it, I'm taking a trip to the hair salon tomorrow and I didn't want to do through my hair ritual if it's going to be colored and trimmed. My mop is getting long, this pleases me!

You don't want to meet this in a dark alley!

On a serious note-Mode Merr, makes amazing clothing in a variety of sizing, does your body good!

Check them out www.modemerr.com

Thank you for reading!

XOXO-Meagan Kyla