A Night Out

After a hellish week of late-nights spent in the library slaving over pre-final papers and projects, Lesley and I were seriously anticipating a weekend of fun. After Thursday night's concert and a (relatively) good night of sleep, Friday evening we ventured into chilly Boston for a BC Ski & Snowboard Club-sponsored event at the popular BC bar and dance venue An Tua Nua. This was my first time ever at An Tua, and I have to say I LOVED IT! Good music, good drinks, fun people, and lots of space. I can't wait to go back. Read on to see what outfits we rocked for the night...

As self-described "goths" with a semi-girlie flair, we rock some serious ring collections. Right now, we're digging matte colors like Sally Hansen's Hard As Nails XTreme Wear in "Wet Cement." Clockwise from top left (Rings: black bar ring by Biji for Urban Outfitters, double cross ring from Etsy, silver thumb ring from a Montauk surf shop, hammered silver ring from Free People, gold triple-finger bar ring from F21, B ring from middle school jewelry sale).

I realize that I look topless in this picture, but that's always been a problem when I wear backless American Apparel halter leotards with my hair down. I dub this look "Lady Godiva." Usually I try to wear my hair in a high ponytail so I at least look like I have some kind of a shirt on, but I wanted to wear my new headband with an attached gorgeous cascade of chain and black feathers, so I had to wear my hair loose. Unfortunately the feathers blend in with my hair in this photo (which makes for a nice subtle headpiece I can actually wear to class without looking ridiculous), but stay tuned for another post on feather hairpieces in the future. Anyways... I'm wearing a F21 feather headband, an AA halter leotard, navy blue silk high-waisted shorts from F21, a wide black belt, black tights, and black ankle boots.

I did a modern take on the "Lingerie-Inspired" trend with a dropwaist chiffon chemise thrown over a black bodycon slip, both by Free People. Unfortunately in these frigid temperatures, tights are a necessity, so I paired 'em with my favorite Free People heeled hiker boots. In natural Lucy fashion, I added tons of silver chains and finger hardware (see above).

***Special thanks to Shiva Moshtagh for being our personal RR photographer for the night. Love you babe!

XO Lucy & Lesley

"She Moves in Her Own Way"

As temperatures drop, it's tricky to stay fashionable, especially when New England's chilly weather makes you seriously consider forgoing all fashion sense for wrapping yourself in a sleeping bag and waddling your way to class just to stay warm.  The key trick is reworking your favorite pieces in order to make them weather-appropriate via accessories and layering.  Lucky for us, Boston's recent "heat wave" has given us a sort of grace period during which we can resurrect our light jackets, tees, and shorts one last time before hibernating beneath heavy sweaters and scarfs.  Read on for Lucy and Lesley's take on Late Fall/Early Winter campus style.

Lucy wears Alexa Chung for Madewell's High Rise Denim Short with her favorite graphic tee from the brand.  She layers with fun accessories - Free People chains, a Madewell whistle necklace, and Aldo Wayfarers.  She makes the look fall-appropriate with black tights and brown leather boots from Target and a vintage men's Barbour jacket.

Lesley wears an oversized sheer button down shirt from F21, classic Levi's jeans, a lightweight army jacket, a cashmere blend leopard print scarf, and vintage leather lace up booties.

Rusted Revolution Makes Headlines!!!!!

Listen up readers! Lesley and I are featured in BC The Height's Campus Style Fashion Section today.  In the midst of applying for a position to blog for the BC Art Club's website, club board member and photographic genius Kailey Kramer approached us about doing a piece on our personal style and blogging ambitions.  After a brief interview and makeshift campus photo sesh (Lesley and I tossed and turned all night trying to narrow down outfit choices, only to show up with two suitcases full of items) the article debuted today, and I must say it looks fab.  Kailey did a great job with the photos.....she was so easy to work with and has an incredible sense of style and self.

Be sure to check out Kailey's blog, DORM, right here.  Her photos are TO DIE FOR.

And here are some photos from the shoot!!!!!!!!

Check out the article in its online entirety right here!

http://www.bcheights.com/arts/the-scene/chronicles-of-campus-fashion-1.1656423

XOXO

R.R.

First Day

Since day one, mother always told us it was important to make a good first impression. And thus it began -- the frantic annual search for the perfect first day back to school outfit. As seniors in college, yesterday was our last ever first day of school, and our last chance to make this type of fashion statement.

Lucy rocks a modern schoolgirl look by sporting gunmetal chains and a bodycon skirt with classic nautical stripes.  She keeps the outfit timeless with Ray-Ban aviators and Steve Madden oxfords, out of which peek one of the season's hottest accessory accents: the ankle sock.

Lesley rocked the minimalistic neo-goth that's hot for fall 2010. She wore a basic black tank tucked into a black Forever 21 maxi skirt. She finished off the look with a Levi's denim vest for a casual vibe, and simple black flats.