all these poses...

I tend to be pretty simplistic in my poses on my blog - especially if someone else is acting as photographer! In that case it is really shyness more than laziness but even when I am taking self-portraits often when I try to pose it can come out looking forced. There are exceptions and if I am in a particularly experimental mood (or bored) I can be found dancing around in my garden trying to capture the silliness. I suppose that's where these photos come in. A lot of times these moods have everything to do with what I'm wearing; the fabric, how it moves, etc. I loved photographing this dress because of it's structured skirt and embroidered fabric. This was actually my birthday dress from last year (thanks, mama!) but I felt like wearing something fun to work today and this is what my tired paws reached for at 9am!

 

speaking of posing...

outfit notes:

dress: gift
blouse: xxi
belt: random shop in nyc
shoes: american apparel

music notes:

 The subject mater of this post reminded me of this lovely old Rufus Wainwright tune... "Poses"

teensy music update

                      *iphone photo by Brittany Erickson
                                       
Thanks to all who came out to my EP release show on Tuesday despite the rainy streets! I should have some proper photos to share soon but I just wanted to give you a peek and also let you know that I  took part in an interview over at UKbased music blog, Say it with Garage Flowers so... if me rambling on about all sorts of music related things is of interest you can find that HERE!

Back soon with our regularly scheduled programming... xo

FW inspiration and other things

Ok, as promised, I am posting a few of my FW2013 favorites today. Starting with one of my favorite labels of late, Red Valentino. I love everything about this collection probably as much as I liked the last one. Just pure perfection...

for the full collection visit style.com

I also really loved the 60s twiggy vibe of the Anna Sui show this time around. She is so constant in her color scheme but without being totally boring and that is no easy task. those greens and blues really caught my eyeballs!

 more at style.com 

On to another 1960s inspired collection...ahhh, Chloë for OC... there are always at least 5 items I want from each of 

her collections and this was particularly true for Fall 13. Very 60s Youthquake mixed with definite hints of 90s and some questionable track suits but we should expect no less, as miss Sevigny is a 90s poster child.  I want all of the coats and the white dress for a start!

see more here at style.com

Lastly, I was going to post Marc Jacobs' FW13 collection because I am a magpie and it was sparkle-tastic but... upon second glance I realized there was a whole lot of fur in it...like A LOT...and, honestly, I felt funny posting it here because it's not exactly "in tune" with my code of ethics. Anyway, so look it up if you are interested.  I have to say I loved the crazy huge and messy hair at Marc by MJ (probably because mine looks like that most days) so I'm posting that instead!

Now, perhaps I am out of sorts but I was mildly disappointed at some of my usual NYFW favorites this season.  London, however, is proving slightly more inspiring! 

In other news - I am playing in LA tonight!  It is my EP release party so please come on down if you are in town and say hello! xo

❤ happy valentine's day ❤

Love to you all! xoMeg

reckless heart

Hello cats & kittens! I hope everyone in NY (and elsewhere) is enjoying their fashion week! I'm in LA this time around but definitely inspired by what I've been seeing online so I think I shall be posting a couple of NYFW related posts in the near future.  In the meantime, a quick reckless daughter wardrobe post!

Clearly, the secret to this time of year here in Los Angeles is layering - albeit a few less layers than you might need in many other parts of the country.  The weather here can be so schizophrenic... is it spring? is it winter? Heat on? AC on? It can get up to 80 degrees during the day and into the 40s that same night. Pretty exhausting!  The point being, I've been really into layering over sleeveless dresses lately so that I can quickly strip down (meow.) if the heating comes on full blast but I can also bundle up if I walk outside and suddenly it is winter again.  This little cotton cardigan/jacket (obviously Chanel inspired) is from Zara is perfect for layering most days and its thin enough to wear under a full-on coat. I wear it to work all the time.

outfit notes:

dress & necklace: vintage

boots: madewell

cardi/jacket: zara

music notes:

I thought I'd post another track from my EP in honor of my upcoming EP release show - which I have been tweeting about here and will post details about soon!

iPhone sees all

It's crazy how often I use my phone to take pictures now. Sad really...because I've gotten pretty darn lazy about bringing my old DSLR out with me but this is something I am promising myself I'll work on in 2013. Anyhow, it has been a while so let's take a little look back at the past month or so as seen by my phone...

starting with Christmas in the mountains & and a festive outfit

 the worlds coolest grandma & snowy nights


nostalgic candy & New Years Eve

meeting baby Chet & my neighborhood

inflight entertainment & big dogs at Sundance

 more Sundance & a scene from an odd party.

making faces & watching bands

worlds biggest cafe au lait & worlds laziest black fluffy cat

holding something that makes me sad & new tea cups

a pretty LA sunset & holding something that make me happy!

Meanwhile,  I've been working hard on my music website and promise to keep you in the loop here but not annoy you with constant non-blog updates! I've also started a twitter for news on such musical endeavors @megolsenmusic so please feel free to follow me there too!

Lastly, I have been listening to this gorgeous song by the Anna von Hausswolff on repeat. The video is a little strange but it's an absolutely celestial tune...

Have a great weekend! Oh and Happy February!