This Week's Vintage Finds

Derek and I work weekends, so Sunday's are usually reserved for antique malls, thrift store shopping and estate and/or yard sales. This past Sunday was one of my favorite days of the summer months, garage sale day at the Clarence Flea Market. Yay! The first Sunday of every month equals treasure hunting and getting a good deal makes me a happy gal. We spent $15 and came home with a vintage muumuu, Tiki mug and a set of wooden mid-century wall sconces. 

Tuesday was filled with taking Derek to the dentist and me wandering around the Orchard Park Antique Mall. I am a little bummed about the trip as the antique mall moved locations and is now much smaller and not filled with as many wonderful treasures that the former location possessed. I did manage to spot a sterling silver Tiki necklace and awesomely 80s earrings for a total of $8. Derek's eye's lit up when he saw the necklace, but I don't know if I want to share. *Wink*

I'm pretty happy about this rad necklace! 

I'm doing some massive Spring...errr, Summer cleaning, so out with the old and in with the.....old! Hehe!

Thank you for reading!

XOXO-Meagan Kyla

Club Nights : November's On The Wire

Saturday was On The Wire, the dance night that I help promote with my friend Danielle, so it was time to put on my dancing shoes, stay out way past my bed time and visit with some great friends.

I opted for a simple thrifted babydoll dress paired with these new cross stockings from Forever 21 (I'm excited about them) and my black blazer that I've been doing a little sewing work on.

I'm not quite done with the back of the blazer, but I did get to add the Trevor Brown "Little Sister" patch that I made from Derek's old t-shirt. I like Trevor Brown's art and I have a obsession with nuns, so it's a win-win in my book!

Other than recovering from the fun time this weekend, Derek and I are gearing up for the holiday season and we're on the edge of our seats with some other wonderful news. Derek is opening up his own tattoo shop with two friends! The building has been going through major renovations for quite some time and now we're waiting for inspections and last minute things. Poor Derek has been a little frazzled with not knowing exact dates, but good things come to those who wait! I'm so excited for them all!

Making plans! Making plans! 

Have a great week!

XOXO-Meagan Kyla

Outfit of the Day : Ribcage Cardigan and New Shoes

The weather dramatically changed from 90 and humid to 50 and rainy, so I'm certainly not complaining as I got to dig out some of my jackets and sweaters.

I paired some black skinny jeans with a collared button-up, ribbon tie and this cute ribcage sweater by Too Fast Clothing. Comfy and cute! 

While my friend's Christian and Marie were visiting from Pittsburgh this week, I took them thrifting and found a pair of Cuban heel western style shoes for $5!

I had tried on several pairs over the past few years, but they were always too small or too big or just were in rough shape, so I was very excited to find these beauties! I may put some metal tips on the toes, we'll see how motivated I am. *Wink*

I hope everyone is having a great weekend!

Thank you for reading!

XOXO-Meagan Kyla

"Kiss Me Kiss Me Kiss Me"

I snapped these photos before work on Friday. I'm standing in front of my vanity and all the chaos surrounding it, please pardon my mess as I have a lot of things to hang up. So. many. things.

Please note red mug, the most important part of the beauty routine is coffee.

The dress was a thrift store buy for $3 and I couldn't resist the lip print even though I'm not very partial to pink. Though it's strapless, I wore a regular bra and a shrug to cover up the straps, I actually think the bra straps didn't look too odd. I'm still on the fence about the dress, I had to keep pulling it up while at work and it's so darn short! Perhaps this dress needs to be wore over leggings and with a button front cardigan, I won't give up on the dress just yet as I see the potential.

I haven't been too lively over here, my allergies/sinuses are kicking me in the bum. In fact, a lot of people around these parts have been suffering and it's a real bummer. My eyes are so swollen and itchy that I'm not even going to attempt to wear any eyeliner or excessive makeup for that matter. Blah! Usually I can function pretty normally when my allergies hit hard, but I'm feeling a little defeated. Meh! 

Thank you for reading!

Meh-y and Blah-y,

XOXO-Meagan Kyla

Outfit of the Day : Lace Dress and Stripey Legs

There is a snag in the front, which I fixed after taking the photos. D'oh!

This is an outfit I wore to work last week. I layered a black lace dress ($3, thrifted) over black and white nylon leggings, a ruffled cotton jacket and wore a short pair of buckle boots.

The dress as a little big so I added an elastic belt to give the dress a little more shape, but with that you could see the outline of my bra. Ack! I wore the jacket over the dress the whole day at work, so no bra outlines and/or bra straps were showing, but I think the dress just may be a bit too big for me. I'm brainstorming some ideas on how to alter it to fit me and I think by adding a few nips and tucks it will be a great go-to in my wardrobe.

You know, I really need another little black dress. *Wink*

Thank you for reading!

XOXO-Meagan Kyla

Outfit of the Day : Wind and Hats Don't Mix

I threw this on for my thrift day (Wednesdays!) and Derek really liked the combo, so even though I didn't think too much of it, I snapped a few photos due to his approval. 

It's super windy out today and though I know it's not good hat-wearing-weather, I still wore my newest hat addition (to the collection) anyways. Gusts of wind make for funny photo sessions, I'm holding onto my hat while falling over, hehehehee!

Hold on tight!

The outfit was mostly based around the long cardigan-like top I got at my favorite thrift store for $2.50, it's layered over a loose-fitted tank from H&M, leggings, hat from Forever 21, and my trusty old creepers. I really like the hem of the black cardigan thingy, I think it will be a wardrobe staple this summer. 

image source: forever 21-hat is sold out

This hat style is something I have been looking and lusting after for years, I call it 'The Mission' style hat, as in the style of hat that Wayne Hussey wears. Of course it's not the exact same, but it appeases my need for a big hat which also doubles as sun protection! 

image source : tumblr via google image search

Wayne Hussey original member of The Sisters of Mercy and singer of The Mission (UK)

Hey, this outfit turned out to be a little more informative and insightful into my style than I thought! Hahahaha! 

Thank you for reading!

XOXO-Meagan Kyla

One Piece?! One Piece Love

I do a lot of thrifting both for my Coffin Kitsch etsy and for my own wardrobe, so I often come across some interesting pieces. Interesting like this circa 90s wide leg chiffon/lace bodice one piece, which I purchased to sell, but once I put it on to photograph it......I'm keeping it.

Trying to be sexy?  Naw!

I'm a sucker for flowy chiffon pants, then add lace and some of my accessories=something I think Siouxsie Sioux may have worn. So I'm keeping it and all its one piece jumpsuit glory! It's really comfortable, but there is one issue, I need help to pee. I can reach the zipper, but I have to dislocate my arm to reach back to unzip, haha! I will volunteer some lady friends to help aid in my one piece wearing madness!

I'm mad I tell you! MAD!!

Thank you for reading!

XOXO-Meagan Kyla

Elegantly Thrifted : Black Chiffon

I picked up this long black chiffon skirt while on a thrift store shopping trip and I knew it was the perfect  versatile skirt. Light and flowy, romantic and comfortable.

I wanted to share this look as most of the pieces are from a thrift store or second hand. Over many years of going out, people would compliment me on my outfits and say, "I wish I could look dress really goth, but I don't have a lot of money". I always encourage them, as it doesn't take a lot of money to put together some gothy goodness for the club, concert, etc.

-ruffled long cardigan by Betsey Johnson, thrift shop $6

-long chiffon skirt, thrift shop $3

-Fury-06 boots by Demonia, ebay $26

-ear cuff, Forever 21 $5

-stretch belt, Forever 21 $5

-velvet choker $1

-rose necklace, gift from a friend

I couldn't help but twirl around and around in the skirt, plus the cardigan has some dramatic sleeves which are perfect for swooning and swaying on the dance floor. I can hear "She's In Parties" playing quietly in the back ground. Okay, who am I kidding,  let's play it loud!

Thank you for reading!
XOXO-Meagan Kyla

Red and Black Week Continues! Now With MORE Red!

How did I forget about this red moto style jacket that I often wear?! Silly me and my jacket collection, I often forget about what I have even though it's right in front of my face! Well, it was hanging in the coat closet, hehe!

I found the jacket (Tripp NYC) at a local thrift store that I am often see sneaking around for $5 and I also got the zebra print summer dress for $4. I was excited when I found the jacket as I have the same style in black that I purchased brand new several years ago for $60! Grant it, I will admit it was worth every penny as I wear the jacket all the time. I do highly recommend Tripp NYC's moto style jackets as they are comfortable, made of a durable twill cotton and can easily be DIY-ed to suit your taste. Besides, they look cool! You may be making a face at me because I mentioned Tripp NYC as their items are often seen at Hot Topic, yet if you look at places like Trash and Vaudeville, you'll see it's not all weird pants with too many bells and whistles. I gravitate more towards the more sleek and simple pieces as I'm not into too many jiggle jangles on my clothing....unless I put them there. *Wink*

City Bag by Dungaree Dolly-print is not available

I always forget about my purses! I have so many pretty ones from Dungaree Dolly as this is the normal way I infuse some color/patterns into my outfits. In my world it's all about accessorizing, handbags and shoes!

Thanks for reading! 

XOXO-Meagan Kyla

She's In Parties.........

I've been upcycling a lot of thrifted jackets for my etsy shop and they've have been selling things like hot cakes (mmmmm.....hot cakes), so I ventured out with my friend Sarah to replenish my depleted stash. I often restrain myself from buying everything in sight, especially jackets since I'm a self proclaimed jacket-o-holic. I do pick up things here and there to not modify to sell as not everyone has the patience, skill or passion to thrift. There is a world of awesome slightly used items out there! Well, I picked up this Betseyville light weight long ruffled sweater for $4 to resell.

Once I put it on to photograph and paired it with my awesomely 80s stretch belt (picked up for $1 at an outdoor market) and my new pointy Demonia skull boots, I just couldn't resist keeping this lovely sweater. I have to admit the gothy ruffly sleeves really did me in, I love the drama!

New pointy's from ebay $27

Goth salute? ? ? ?

It's funny taking photos of myself, sometimes I get slightly embarrassed when I post them and sometimes I'm drinking a glass of wine (or two) and just let the blogs fly! I really enjoy reading other people's blogs and since I think there is an art to dressing, makeup skills, and craft skills, I just hope others enjoy my little slice of the internet. I think that's what I enjoy the most about blogging, is getting a glimpse into another ones world that I may not normally have contact with, especially if we live on the opposite ends of the world. It truly is not vanity, it's sharing information about the regular world around you or perhaps the 'highlights' of who YOU are. Life is about celebrating yourself and being proud of what you can contribute to the world around you, you never know who's life you can touch with the slightest things. It took me a long time to realize that I love helping people look and feel good, it's truly a passion of mine. I believe every person has a special 'something' about them which can be expressed through the visual art of dress, in their own way, yet some just may need a little help getting there. The little shy girl who lives inside me has a special place in my heart for those who don't have the tools to break out of their shell, I can be your little push with my goofy antics and silly words. *Wink*

Weird tangent, I know. I've been pondering things I've been reading about people getting bullied on their blogs or feeling less than confident with themselves. I say, haters are going to hate and I'm not immune to it, yet I believe we're all allowed our little place in this world to shine. <3

XOXO-Meagan Kyla