FranniePantz

February 6, 2013

Mission #1, Day 3 and a Birthday Girl

Mission Week continues and today is extra special because IT'S MY BIRTHDAY! *starts dancing and singing 50 Cent song (the Beyonce remix, course) in my head . . . and out loud*

I had two lovely ladies inspiring my style today, Natalie Cole and Zsa Zsa Gabor. This called for ladylike glamor. And nothing says ladylike like a red and white polka dot midi length dress and classic blazer.

To go the extra "inspired by" mile, here's a snapshot of my Stylebook app. I chose today's outfit based on one done by the lovely Kim of eat.sleep.wear. (who is probably enjoying the ever loving out of NYFW right now).

Here's something that you should know about me: birthdays are a big deal to me. I love them. They are the perfect excuse for absolutely anything.

On your birthday, you feel empowered. Late to work? No problem, it's your birthday! Pulled over? No sweat, they'll let you off. It's your birthday! Been itching to buy those cute camo skinnies that 'erbody is wearing, but you've been afraid to pull the trigger? Do it! It's your birthday!

But they can also make you feel entitled. I shouldn't have to do the dishes, it's my biiiiiiirthdaaaaaay. I don't want to work today. It's my biiiiiiirthdaaaaaay. I can't take out the trash on my birthdaaaaaaay!

Trust me when I tell you that I can be downright juvenile on my birthday. And I don't think I'm the only one. But I will fully admit it. Not that it stops me from doing what needs to be done--working, laundry, dishes, etc.--but it is with a little more whine than usual.

Today started out not going my way. Just little things, nothing major. But I was all whiny, like a child. I mean, it's not like a milestone birthday or anything. And I'm 31 today (well, technically not until 10:01 tonight--yes mom I remember). Grow the hell up Robin.

But it's amazing that even at 31 you can still be learning. And birthdays are great and they should be celebrated. But they are a whole day. Don't give up halfway through. By the end of my day, I had flowers delivered by Pat's mom and stepdad, adorable IMs from Patrick, hundreds of Facebook shout-outs, text messages and phone calls and a card in the mail from my Grandpa. And currently Patrick is running the kids around so I can enjoy just sitting on my 31 year old ass. And then we are going out to dinner. Aw. Birthdays are great.

Red Polka Dot Dress-Casual Corner, thrifed; Mint Tweed Blazer-Robbie Bee, thrifed; Lace Tank-Ellen Ashley, thrifted; Suede Wedges-Target; Pearl Necklaces-gifted from Patrick and Kohl's; Earrings-Kohl's

February 5, 2013

Mission #1, Day 2

Day 2 of our Mission Week over here and today I am so psyched to share my bohemian look inspired by none other than Bob Marley, my favorite "we share birthdays" guy.

There is no one in my mind cooler than Bob Marley. I am a tree hugging hippie at heart, so I already feel at home with his personality.

But even though I love to try all kinds of styles, bohemian is one that I don't feel that I do very well. Loose layers and flowing pieces usually swallow my petite frame.

For this look, I kept it polished and structured with a wide belt, pretty scarf for my hair and fun studded booties.

I added a pile of earthy colored beaded bangles and some natural looking jewelry to the mix to keep it interesting, yet on theme.

I don't know but I am pleased with this result. It was comfy, feminine and very springy. I think Bob Marley would approve. It helps to live in a very green state. In every sense of the word.

Peach Sheer Maxi Dress-vintage; Mint Mesh Sweater-Target; Studded Suede Low Boots-Forever 21; Bangles-Kohl's; Earrings-DIY and gifted; Necklace-gifted; Belt-gifted by Lynne

February 4, 2013

Mission #1, Day 1

Welcome welcome to the first day of the first Mission. This week we are talking about inspiration. Because it is my birthday week, I will be doing the same challenge for myself as I did last year by getting my style inspiration from other people who share my birthday.

Today's inspiration de jour are Ronald Reagan and Tom Brokaw. Now obviously, I'm not male. And I don't own a suit (well a legitimate "this came together for the purposes of being a suit" suit), so I had to go a different route with my inspiration.

Adding a blazer was a given, obvi. And since these guys are a former president and a television journalist and news anchor, I wanted to keep the look professional and grounded.

To keep it from being too stuffy and more "me", I added a colorful blazer, some funky tights and really feminine boots.

I really wish I wouldn't have posted yesterday until after my afternoon with my sister. We went down to Denver to visit my brother again and she showed up wearing a very similar outfit! Colored denims, black boots and black and white tops!

Fitting, actually, since we were headed to see my Grandma's grave on the way. She always used to dress us alike. We're only 13 months apart in age, so we got dressed like twins. My Grandma made our clothes, so we always got matching ones--one blue and one red and so on.

I don't normally fish for compliments, but seriously how cute are we? I had so much fun (and adventure!) with my sister. I am so lucky to have one and, in specific, her as my sister.