Dirty Electric

Beanie (F21)
Shades (Liz Claiborne, Vintage)
Cardigan (Lauren Conrad)
Shorts (Cutoffs, Forever 21)
Tights (Target)
Platform Boots (Goodwill)

I've posted 3 days in a row, Holy Smokes! I've been really missing blogging since the camera/laptop massacre - I'm going to try and get it (the laptop) fixed this weekend, so keep your fingers crossed for me, guys!

As soon as I have regular internet access again, I'm going to get my Etsy and/or Ebay accounts set up. I'll be selling some of the pieces I've featured in my look posts, as well as (possibly) some limited edition, Handmade by Clovebud items. ;) The proceeds will be going towards replacing my camera. Woohoo!

Also, I feel really guilty for not commenting/following/tweeting, etc as much as I usually do. I appreciate all of the comments, followers, and fans and I'm sorry guys. I hope you can understand my recent absence from the blogosphere! I still read every bit of feedback from you all,  and every comment or new fan still brightens my day. :)

Thanks for reading, and 'til next time...

xoxo, Clovebud.

ps: This is my 50th post! Woohoo!

Fade to Sepia

 

Little Red Backpack (Eco Trend, from Goodwill)

Oversized Sweater (Denim & Co)

High Waist Shorts (Rampage)

"Huette" Wedge Ankle Booties (Kelsi Dagger)

I was mad stoked to pick up this backpack last time I was at the Goodwill - I've been looking for one forever! On my frame (average height, super lanky) most backpacks look oversized and disproportionate on me. This one is just right - also, it's red! A perfect accessory for someone who's nearly constantly clad in head to toe in neutrals and bright lip colours.

The sweater is also from the Goodwill and reeeally comfy, which is perfect for Wednesdays. (Ugh, Wednesdays. :l )

These are the boots I mentioned in yesterday's post- are they not amazing? Like I said, they aren't nearly as hard to walk in as you'd think.

That's all for now. Stay tuned, loves :)

xoxo, Clovebud.

Aurora Sky

Wicker hat (vintage)

Denim Jacket (Abercrombie and Fitch, vintage)

Top (secondhand)

Rose Quartz Pendant (a gift)

*Sheer Ombre Maxi Skirt (Sugarlips Apparel)

Platform Heels (Dollhouse, secondhand)

Long time no see! I feel guilty, because I keep saying "I'll post today!" and I don't get around to it. I'm having some serious issues with my laptop, so I have to find someone else who'll let me use theirs for an hour or so to edit photos and whatnot (thus, the limited amount of pictures).

Remember when I mentioned those collaborations a little while ago? Well, Sugarlips Apparel sent me this beautiful skirt, and I'm mad excited to start wearing it when it warms up! If I look cold here, it's because I am. However, I wanted to get a few photos out before too long. the skirt is called The Aurora Sky Skirt, and it's one of their new Spring Arrivals. If you're interested, I'd recommend you swing by and pick one up quick, because I guarantee these are gonna be hugggeee this spring and summer.

I'll try not to drag on too long, but I want to say a couple more things before I end
the post due to my sporadic web situation.

Fans and followers - meet the Kelsi Dagger Huette Wedge Bootie.

I just picked these bad boys up for a serious steal (although, I still had to pay for them :P ) They currently retail at around $85-$90 dollars on sale, but they are insanely worth it. No joke, I went out wearing them to the grocery store to get a feel for walking in them (which isn't that bad, by the way!) and got sooo many compliments. By the way - I was also rolling classy without makeup, in leggings, the denim jacket, and my primary colored paisley scarf with my hair in a topknot, hahaha.

I'd like to end this post by saying that I will be adding a disclaimer to the menu bar under my blog header. I don't plan to entirely sell out, so don't worry. ;) I just want to make sure that all of you cool cats know about any sponsored posts, gifts, or collaborations I do in the future. On that note, if you've got a sweet clothing line that you're looking to promote, let me know! I'll check it out - just send me an email and we can talk biz.

Wow, that was long. See what happens when my rampant fashion lust goes untended to? D:

 I hope to be doing more posts and less novels in the near future. That's all for now. ;)

 

xoxo, Clovebud.

Hard Rock Ballet

Necklace (Lia Sophia)

Jacket (Lucky Brand)

Cardigan (GAP)

Dress (BCBG)

Velvet Boots (Dr Martens)

Charm Bracelet (Juicy Couture)

This is one of my go to looks, it's pretty basic and jam packed with  mainstream designer label items, hahaha. :P

Not much to update you guys with, although I picked up a new pair of kicks and some overalls at the Goodwill today. ;)

Truly Effortless

Sunglasses (Liz Claiborne)

Jacket (Abercrombie and Fitch, Vintage)

Hoodie (Dollywood, TN)

Tank (H&M)

Velvet Hot Pants (DIY)

Creepers (Demonia)

So this is actually what I wore on Sunday(yesterday), but I didn't get a chance to post about it until today. This hoodie is something I got on a trip a couple years ago, and it used to be really huge but it shrunk in the dryer! It's kind of a cropped hoodie now because it's so wide, but I like it better now. ;) Super cozy! I didn't wear much makeup yesterday either as I was just running out to pick up some groceries, but a fedora, sunglasses and a little lipstick always does the trick!

So anyways, I'm sure you might expect me to blog about New York Fashion Week Fall 2012 Trends, but I'd honestly say that Olivia Palermo's Blog does a better job of covering that than I or anybody else probably could. ;)

What I will say is that I'm feeling mad excited for the summer! It's been a long and dragging winter here is Chicago, and I'm done with it to tell you the truth. Also, while one piece bathing suits are Classic Vogue and rarely go out of style, I know that this summer is going to be all about bikinis, and I'm pretty pumped to start posting looks incorporating them in the next couple of weeks, so stay tuned!

xoxo, Clovebud.

Oslo In the Summertime

Shades (Liz Claiborne)
Scarf (Vintage)

Sweater (H&M)

Shorts (cutoffs)

Socks (Target)

Red Velvet Boots (Dr. Martens)

Ahhh hey guys, long time no post, yeah? My laptop is getting all messed up now too, so basically all my electronics are freaking out on me. No worries, I'm working on getting a new camera and I guess I'll add a laptop on the list! I might end up selling my vintage Dooney, among a few other pieces. Any requests? ;)

That's right - I'll probably get my Etsy account up and running so as to get this technological chaos taken care of, so if you're on Etsy, it would be fantastic if you might add me in the meantime while I'm sorting things out.

http://www.etsy.com/people/CloveBud

Thanks for stopping by. That's all for now. :)

xoxo, Clovebud.

ps, remember that collaboration I mentioned a while back? I'm taking on a second one as well! More to be announced.

2/12/12: Compare and Contrast

Cardigan (American Eagle)
Shirt (One Clothing)
Shorts (Celebrity Pink)
Bracelet (Forever 21)

So I was feeling some serious blogging withdrawl, and figure I'd get a couple photos up here regardless of quality. However, I'm thinking about putting some things up on ebay towards a new camera, but we'll see how it goes.

I jst picked up the shorts and top from TJ Maxx, and I'm seriously loving this intense colour combo. Green and blue tend to be part of my palette in general, but in these unexpected shades (the neon paired with the darker top), this outfit works surprisingly well for me.

For Valentines day I'm not sure I'll dress up much. I celebrated V-Day early over the weekend, due to the semi-long-distance nature of my relationship. We went to this really cute little brunch place called the Honey Cafe. If any of you guys ever find yourselves in Downtown Glen Ellyn or the general West Chicagoland Area, I highly reccommend that you check it out! They've got some really great Artisan type food as well as Vegan and Gluten Free options, and although they're occassionally packed, it's worth the wait. ;)

Happy Valentines Day :)

xoxo, Clovebud.