Getting Kind of Grunge

It's been over a week since I have posted and I have to say, I missed it. It was a tough week! After taking a long weekend Upstate I mistakenly got behind on work and that included the blog. Getting behind for the first time in forever taught me one thing, NEVER DO IT. There will be stress, frustration, tears (it was bad), etc. I had probably four major projects due this week and I was no prepared for the overload. It led me to feel like getting a little grunge!

Let's be real, 90's grunge was an amazing time for fashion and a huge inspiration for me. While I'm an outgoing and happy person, the whole style just draws my attention. The mood of grunge certainly went with my mood the whole week. That's what fashion does; lets you express yourself.

I wore a "rock & roll" Urban Outfitters tee, Hollister maxi skirt with black tights underneath, my acid wash jacket and quilted Doc Martens. Beauty wise I added Kat Von D "Homegirl" lipstick. I felt the part for sure.

Take it from this weeks breakdown, get head so you don't explode your head. Even though some sweet fashion came out of it.

- Mik
Photos: Megan Madden

Lucy Hale Collection at Hollister

We know Lucy Hale as one the famous liars, Aria, on Pretty Little Liars. When she isn’t trying to cover up Alison’s lies and protect herself from A, Lucy is working on brand new projects outside of acting. Our first glimpse of Lucy’s other talent we see in “Another Cinderella Story,” done by ABC Family, where she’s a secretly awesome singer.  Now Lucy has a country album, which was released on June 3rd of this year. Hale’s first on screen performance was on So You Think You Can Dance and she sang “Lie a Little Better.” Her hit single “You Sound Good to Me” is on the recent playlist at Hollister stores, which is the location of her latest project, a fashion collection!  Lucy Hale now has a collection and contract with Hollister Co. that will be in stores on August 8th. How do I know this now? Employee perks, that’s how! Part of those perks allowed me to purchase one of her pieces at 50% off, a maroon, rose patterned romper. While a few things in the collection caught my eye, I was drawn to the romper because it’s super comfy! The collection is totally country chic with lots of pinks and florals. All the fabrics are light weight and airy, perfect for a summer day!  Lucy wore the same romper to her performance at the Hollister House in California today, the same day I wore it too! She styled it with a simple brown belt, necklace and tan booties. I wore it simply on its own and also with a mint tunic because the house was a tad chilly. I also paired it with black flats, my go to summer shoe.  Check out Lucy Hale’s Hollister Co. collection online and in stores for back to school!

- Mik