Wednesday, October 27, 2010

One Print to Rule Them All

If I had to sum up being an English major in a few words, they would probably be post-itsScrabble, and that all-important fashion staple for grandmothers everywhere, argyle.

For some reason, I’m a teensy bit obsessed with this print. Ok, even my Webster’s is argyle-print. So maybe a smidgeon more than teensy. Just a smidgeon.

Maybe it’s because argyle so perfectly reflects my inner nerd. And my outer nerd. I’m a bookworm who enjoys a game of scrabble and a great pair of socks.

Anyway, I was thrilled recently to see all of the argyle at Old Navy nowadays. There’s not an Old Navy near my school, so the trip was a bit of a pilgrimage (but it’s good to get out of dodge sometimes, right?).

My favorite purchase? An argyle pullover sweater on sale for $10...$10?! Yes, $10! Its full price is 24.50, and it’s surprisingly good quality for the cost. A very soft, fine-gauge knit with a forgiving fit and a flattering v-neck.


It doesn’t appear to be online, but there were several out in the store. I may need to go back to buy another color or one of the cardigans...or order the argyle sweaterdress from online. Swoon!

I also picked up a pair of lipstick-red ballet flats for under 10 bucks (which I wore out right away), a chunky striped pullover for 20, and a Browns NFL tee.

Another favorite nerd-related fashion piece of mine is a necklace made out of a Scrabble tile that my mom gave me.



P.S. I ordered a couple of eye palettes from the MAC Tartan Tale Holiday collection last night. Tartan is another print close to my heart, so I couldn't resist!

Zombie Blog

I pretty much just started this blog and immediately jumped ship...not very responsible of me, eh? Just in time for Halloween, I'm going Frankenstein on this blog and bringing it back to life.

Admittedly, resurrection is not my day job, so I don't know how well this attempt will go. But we'll see.

Posts to ensue.