Style Crush: Erin Wasson of Course!

So I've been shopping like crazy lately, on the hunt for super slouchy tanks, skeezy looking style, and anything to elevate my look to that "she looks like she could maybe use a shower" level. 

(but of course I'm actually showering, rest assured).

This has all come about because I'm currently obsessing (like a lot of other girls, so this is nothing groundbreaking, surprising, or anything but obvious)over the Designer, Model, Muse, Stylist, all around awesome girl: 

ERIN WASSON!

Her style is gritty, very street, extremely comfortable looking, total badass, and all tinged with hints of Grunge!  What's not to love if you're a girl like me?

From the Blazers,

To the true Erin style, the Slouchy Tank!

And the cut-off jean shorts...

And her dark rimmed feline looking eyes and piles of rings and slender, long chain necklaces.

For two weeks now I've been wanting to give this look a-go.  I realized I had everything in my closet already EXCEPT for the quintessential slouchy tank.

How can you possibly take this look on without the tank?

So now I've been stocking up right and left, I'm currently at a count of 4 oversized tanks since I've become obsessed.  I could probably stop there...as this look might fade out of my life in no time at all. However, for now, I'm going with my gut and what my gut is telling me at this very moment...

that being, "Nickie...dress like this NOW".

Ok, so now that I've got some tanks, I already had a pair of DIY cut-offs, but I thought I could use another pair.  So at 1:30am last night I cut up another pair...woohoo!

(I will wear them at some point this weekend)

The only thing I've got working against me when it comes to copping Erin's style is the fact that we are extremely different body types.

Most apparent is my ample chest, and her non-existent man-chest.

(sorry Erin, but yeah, your chest kinda creeps me out cause its hardly there)

So yes, this chest issue (oh and the fact that I'm not a former model with a lanky frame most likely coming in around 6ft tall)...

I've gotta play this look carefully, or else I could very well teeter on that edge of looking

"Spring Break 1994, Panama City Beach style"

Meaning I could just look like a piece of spring break garbage, and not Erin Wasson.

Oh wait, I'm never gonna look like Erin Wasson.

(oh those angular facial features!)

So onward to start my weekend and the days of Erin Wasson Style!

(PS-none of these photos are mine--duh, just gonna say it though so I feel better about stealing images. Thanks)

Impromptu Style Pics

Saturday's Birthday Party Style:

9/5/09

*Beige Floral Print Dress-Forever 21

*Blue denim button-up shirt-H&M

*Brown suede boots-Carlos Santana

*Beige leather bag-Makowsky

Saturday was Bob's birthday party (Bob, pictured below).  I took some impromptu pics of friends to document their personal style choices.  They did not know beforehand that this would take place, and I like it better that way-- it captures their true, relaxed, personal twist on everyday attire.  No pre-party prepping or practiced poses...I like it when it's real.

I had all intention to jot down details on each of their outfits; sadly I lost interest after BF toldme one of the girls rolled their eyes and whispered into the other's ear at mention of my blog. 

(no need to name names, you know who you are.  "Thanks").

So here you go, the girls and boy of Williamsburg-and their style:

*Must point out Bob's Vintage bowling shirt--it's enviable, and I'd love to have it for my bowling excursions I frequently partake in.  

It must've belonged to a woman named "Babs" as the name is embroidered on it.  Another tell-tale sign of it being a ladies' blouse,  there's bust darts--which Bob referred to as "boob pockets".

I would love to start documenting friends and random people more often.  I think it's important to showcase others' style--it's a great way to get inspired, see what peers are wearing and how they're putting it together, and overall just to get some new ideas on clothing. Everyone can bring their own personality to an outfit and if you're anything like me, you find that personal twist so very exciting.