Floral

Dress; MinkPink via ASOS | Jacket; HM | Boots; Doc Martens via Nasty Gal

I have been seeing these smock dresses all over lately, and love it! Finally decided to go for it and got this one by MinkPink. Pair with the faux leather jacket from HM and these floral Doc Martens, it's the perfect early fall outfit! Little Cat decided she wanted to join in on these photos, as you can see. So, I got rid of the purple hair and went back to black, with a few blonde slices. I miss the purple, but it was just too much of a mess and would stain everything!

Life has been really good lately, and this week should be a fun one. I'll be down in LA a few days this week! Wednesday and Thursday to see City & Colour with Lacey, and then next Sunday to see Okkervil River with Justus!

Being as it's breast cancer month, the salon I work at did a cut-a-thon to which all the proceeds went to charity. We had a photographer come in to shoot the event, so I will have those up later this week!

Hope you're all having a great weekend!

xo

Maddie

Way Back Wednesday

Top, skirt, and hat; Young And Ukraine Vintage | Shoes; Dolce Vita via Urban Outfitters

I have been so behind on blogging and I apologize!!! Life has kinda taken over. Working, and more working, spending the majority of my free time with the boy, and trying to take photos at night sucks. I promise I'll have something new up within a week. But in the meantime, I thought it'd be fun to throw up some photos that haven't made it to the blog previously. These are from January 2012, when I was down in LA to model for Young And Ukraine. I'm still in love with this skirt and top combo. Probably my favorite outfit we shot for their web store that day. I miss doing stuff like this. It feels like it's been forever since I've shot with anyone!! Man.

Hope you all have been doing well!

xo

Maddie

Yo Dude

Muscle tank; The Laundry Room | Leggings; Forever 21 | Boots; Kohl's | Bangles; Free People | Ring; Modern Design

I have a total obsession with muscle tees, and The Laundry Room has one of the best selections of them out there. The brand originated here in my own city of Fresno, and have recently made it onto the likes of Nasty Gal, and Shop Planet Blue. It's rather exciting seeing a brand from my hometown make it out there. Lucky for me, their flagship store is located here, so I can go in and try on everything and not have to wait for anything I like to be shipped. If for any reason to happen to be out here, I suggest you pay a visit to their flagship store.

It's the second day of autumn, and it's actually starting to feel a bit like it here in central California! Super excited to be able to pull out all my jackets and fuzzy sweaters again. Plus some of the new pieces I've purchased within the past month. Be sure to keep a look out for those on the blog soon! Though I must admit, this is the time of the year I wish I lived on the east coast. I spent an October out there once, and I must say, it is absolutely gorgeous out there when the leaves start turning. Nostalgia. Sigh.

You all have a great start to your week!

xo

Maddie

Another Better Late Than Never

Shoes; Forever 21 | Skirt, thrifted from Goodwill | Tee; Gifted from the Silent Planet boys

So... Another from back in July. Figured I'd get these out of the way before posting any of the newer stuff I have ready! I never wear t-shirts without cutting the sleeves off. I just don't like the fit of them. Always turn them into muscle tanks. This one was so kindly gifted to me by my friends in Silent Planet, a hardcore band whose motivation is to spread a positive message, and be there for their fans and friends for whatever they may need. They are seriously some of the most genuine and kind guys I know. Please, check them out, and if they are ever in a city near you, go and see them. 

These flats I've had for a couple of years now, and they're still in pretty good shape. Super comfortable too, for those days I don't feel like wearing heels at the salon. And how cute is this skirt I found at Goodwill?! I swear I can always find awesome pieces there.

Anyway, life is pretty dang good at the moment. I most definitely can't complain.

I hope you all are having an awesome week!

xo

Maddie

July...

Shoes; Irregular Choice | Shorts; Lucca Couture via Buffalo Exchange | Top; c/o a friend

Yes, I am aware these photos are two months old now. Yes, I am aware that is pretty dang sad. But, better late than never, no? My absolute favorite shoes. I love the architectural aspect of these Irregular Choice Annabelle Trolleys. I don't think I've ever been more obsessed with a pair of shoes. I had literally wanted these for a year and a half, and finally gave in and purchased them. Best decision. The shirt I recently cut into a crop top. My friend, Corey, had gifted me this shirt while he was in the process of forming his new band, Storm Circus. I'm sure you all remember these shorts from a more recent post. Love them. They're the most comfortable things ever, and I love the bright colors.

So, it's September now. This year is flying by. It's also still incredibly hot here in California. I don't normally complain, because I hate being cold. But... I've recently purchased so many A/W pieces that I just want to wear already, which I can't in 100 degree weather! So, California. Cool down some, if only for my new clothes... Ha.

Hope you all are having a great week!

xo

Maddie

Skin Care: Hydroxatone

I was recently sent Hydroxatone's AM/PM Anti-Wrinkle Complex, and can I just say I love it? This complex is a cream, one of which you don't need a lot of to spread around, so this product will last you a good while. I'm always weary of trying new skin products, as my skin is very sensitive and I often have allergic reactions, but I didn't have any problems at all with Hydroxatone! So if you're at all like me in the skin department, I can say you won't have any problems with this as I probably have the most sensitive skin on the planet. 

Although I am a bit young to have to worry about wrinkles, early preventative care never hurts! I do feel as though my skin has firmed a bit after using this consistently, and I love that it has a sunblock in it as well. I apply it at night after washing my face with my Mary Kay cleanser, alongside my daily Mary Kay moisturizer, and also again in the morning before applying makeup. It creates a great base for my foundation. 

All in all, I would definitely give this product a recommend, and will definitely continue to use this as part of my daily skin care routine!

Seattle Photo Diary

I know, I know. I'm a couple weeks late on this post, but here it is!

The drive from California to Washington. Top; Northern California. Bottom; Coming into Seattle.

Bunch of CDs I picked up while hanging at the Tooth & Nail Records office.

Being as touristy as possible in front of the gum wall with Micah.

Exploring Seattle with Micah as our tour guide.

Creation Fest! FF5 dance party//Merchin'//The Overseer

Reunited with Sarah! Hanging out in Portland.

Eating at Le Bistro Montage//View of Portland from a mountain//Driving through Battleground.

Where do I even begin? The first couple of days were spent exploring Seattle, lots of good food, and meeting all of Micah's old friends/roommates. I've been to Seattle before while on tour, but never really got to experience the city. Micah, having lived there for a large portion of his life, played tour guide and showed us all the best spots and places to eat. It was really nice actually being able to explore the city. Second day we visited his old place of work at Tooth & Nail, and then got to tour Jones Soda headquarters after that. Last day spent in northern Washington was at Creation Fest NW. I finally got to see one of my current favorite bands, The Overseer, there, which was an absolute pleasure. Super rad guys, and they put on a great show. It was also really nice to get behind the merch booth again at Creation. I didn't realize just how much I missed it until getting back there again.

After Creation fest, I said my goodbyes to Micah and FF5 crew, and headed south to Olympia to crash with my friend Mariaya for the night. Was really nice getting to spend some time with her and catching up. Later the next afternoon I headed down to Vancouver to meet up with my friend Sarah! I asked her if she'd show me around Portland, and that is indeed what we did. She took me to the most awesome restaurant, Le Bistro Montage. Their drink menu killed me. So funny. Also, our waiter wrapped my leftovers into the shape of a rose. Would definitely recommend this place. Afterwards, she took me to a record store, and then we went up to this mountain with the most gorgeous view of Portland. 

I met so many awesome people on this trip. I'd forgotten how much goodbyes sucks. 

Until we meet again.

xo

Maddie