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Butterflies

Muddling through the evening, as if some intrinsic diversion to the workload I have yet to begin, the off-putting climate coupled with a severely dreary ambiance lent little where motivation is concerned. A testament to the experience, I fled the domicile in the most comedic sense for a quick Starbucks IV-drip stimulant, attempted to advocate some mini-shopping pilgrimage, returned empty-handed, indulged a Jolie-fest with the film Wanted, and then called it a night after dealing with expedia.com for an unwarranted hour of frustration.
Kookookachoo.
Butterfly headband, DIY. Scarf, Missoni. Harem pants, H&M. Jacket, J. Crew. Heels, Promiscuous. Sparkle socks, DeLuxe. Bag, DKNY.

In other Bella world news, I promised the lovely Twiggy Mod this titillating little tagalicious questionnaire.

What were you doing ten years ago?Ten years ago, while earning a medical degree, I was daydreaming that one day I’d be a writer… mission accomplished.

What are 5 things on your to-do list today?Tricky, considering it’s already one of those moments when it’s not one thing it’s six others and the ‘accomplishment list’ is starting to resemble some freakish personal essay… but for the sake of this blog, let me narrow.

Send a thank you e-mail to my editor.
Hit the treadmill, seriously sometimes I really do want to bitchslap the thing.
Fervently attack my manuscript revisions.
Meet my weekly writer’s submission quota.
And by then, I’ll undoubtedly need to indulge (merrily) in some liquid courage.

Snacks you enjoy.Born with a self-exalted sweet tooth (not my fault), I definitely need to have my cake and eat it too.

Place you’ve lived.Besides my writer's imagination or the vicinity of my brimming wardrobe… the Midwest, point boringly blank.

Things you’d if you were a billionaire.
Quite honestly, I’d still be writing, despite the fact that it would suffice a location more acutely breathtaking… like Paris or perhaps Rome.

People you want to know more about.Everyone who takes a moment aside from his or her busy lives to read and comment on what I have to say, silly rants and all.

xxx

Comments

I adore your outfit and your hair! Yo have such a gorgeous dispositions and lovely face<3 The boots are so cute I'd love to see your shoe collection. It's so fun to know more about one of my favorite bloggers, thank you! love you

with love, china le
Vertiginoso said…
Your butterfly makes blow a "néo-romantic" wind on this sad weather, and You frankly look like a bewitching "contemporary Hippie" ready to cross seasons with a stainless/casual sophistication !!!

à Bientôt, Antoine
Magdalena Krupa said…
I wonder who is taking all of your pictures? :)

You look lovely with that butterfly!
Ashleigh said…
that headband is adorABLE!
so great how you paired those fun socks with the shoes. note to self: must try this!
Cätu said…
You have a reallly amazing blog, it's one of the most interesting blog i've read : )
YLM-SPAIN said…
Lovely!!
Allie said…
Sometimes I wish it weren't so hot here so I can layer. I hate the cold, but I'd get to wear more things at once.
Andy said…
Oh my god, you look really cute.
Thanks for your comment.
By the way, i love your blog.
I'm going to add you in my blogroll :)

A kiss!

-A.
Sina said…
Cute Headband and i love your Shoes!
Cindiddy said…
omg you look so cute in the first pic !! but dont you always!

and yes i have a guilty pleasure of buy stripper boots hahaha
they are so fun, and i think its a must for every shoe closet!

=>

xx
InnyVinny said…
Days like that make me want to shop, too. =)

Loved the Q&A and you look lovely and warm in these photos.
this is so beyond gorgeous! i love the butterfly, that is just perfection. xx
You have such amazing outfits and words every. single. day. I truly don't know how you do it. I adore everything about this post
Thank you for being you.
xo
S
TheMinx said…
ah-maaazing headband!! And I'm loving the header :)
Anonymous said…
Flawless.
Unknown said…
I want that scarf, and shoes, totally lovin the fact they are from J.Crew...
BiLLiON $$$ said…
ooo i love the shoes
total grreat buy :)
How have you been doing lovely lady??

I'm sorry I was away for such a long time, and I see that I have missed quite a lot of your posts already! Don't worry I read back and may I say, I love your outfits! Your shoes! Your shoes! Are to die for!!

I love the butterfly accent! Your bag looks so roomy and chic too!!

I love your face pretty lady!
muchlove said…
Oh, I just adore that butterfly headband! How did you make it?

Those answers were fun to read too!
Unknown said…
CUUUUUTE!!!!!
Anonymous said…
I couldn't possibly do that in those heels. Very cool.
Unknown said…
Looks like so much fun. Great smile.
FASHION CHALET said…
I love your butterfly and your answers!! Sigh.. ROME. Can I come? ;)

I think the best part about blogging is just that photo opts, so fun to find! And I'm loving the "Great Outdoors" now, too! hahha! I love my new nickname, Wildcard.. hehe. Gratzi, babe!

The shoe closet is still a mess oh my G--, I cannot bare to give any away but I KNOW that I have to because I need to get organized. But I am trying, slowly... What size are you?? :)

Your chic sense of style, makes me want to get all dolled up for a night on the town, dinner perhaps!?

xx love....
Mode Junkie said…
love that butterfly headband sweetie! :) and nice to know that you have sweet tooth like me..
MarionRocks said…
You still have such amazing shoes :)
I like when girls are tagged, because it allows us to know more about them :)
Charmaine Li said…
omg those shoes.......... TO DIE FOR... !! Amazing amazing outfit love how the shoes look with your cropped pants!!
Jen said…
Medical degree - wow, thats a lot of years of school, i'm so glad you found your passion :) And great butterfly band, I love it :)
Chiquita banana said…
beautiful God shoes estan super chic and the divine Headband.

kisses
Angela said…
a quick Starbucks IV-drip stimulant


HHAHAHAHA you are so funny!
Starbucks is definitely a wonderful medication.

AND THAT BAG....beautiful!
Anonymous said…
Bella with butterflies in her hair. i know it sounds like a song or something, right!

This was a blast to read. yYur writing is WONDERFUL girlieeee,
and I want your Missoni scarf.

<3 u.
Anonymous said…
Bella with butterflies in her hair. i know it sounds like a song or something, right!

This was a blast to read. yYur writing is WONDERFUL girlieeee,
and I want your Missoni scarf.

<3 u.
Love the buttergly band.
hawt
Juan Andres said…
"Ten years ago, while earning a medical degree, I was daydreaming that one day I’d be a writer… mission accomplished."

WOW!

did you finished your medical studies or decided to go free lance writing?

!
PS: I LOVE THE LITTLE Butterfly on your head looks amazing!
As alway I love your outfit B!
Jaime Jun said…
loving this wardrobe and that oh so cute headband! i especially LOVE your shoes with those socks! ahh amazing, i LOVE them! sigh, you're so gorgeous :)
Fashion_Girl22 said…
I adore your headband! Yor outfits are so inspirational.
The layering and scessories are so current but still original.
The way you paired the socks and sandels is just BANANAS!
Carrie Michael said…
I'm totally with you on the cake. My absolute favorite guilty pleasure is a cupcake. Damn my sweet tooth!
May Kasahara said…
love you love you love you love you!

Is that the jcrew velvet "bella" jacket Bella??? they had the best blazers that season . . .

the headband is full of rock too . . .

you look adorable!!
Oh...Paris would be fabulous non? The butterfly band is a whimsy touch dear!
♥ Marta ♥ said…
I adore this post... not only do we get to know a little about you but also get to see this amazing outfit. The butterfly headband is such a sweet touch ... and since I have the biggest obsession with scarfs I love that scarf... you look amazing :)
i love your scarf and th butterfly headband is so cute...
erikas said…
adorable outfit! Specially the shoes and the cute butterfly headband look fantastic!!:) have a great weekend!
Fashion Tidbits said…
LOVE the headband
Terence Sambo said…
ur hair's awesome and i love them bag and shoes...u rock babe :o)

Do drop by my blog n show some love got a new interview with a design duo u'll not wanna miss :o)
Anabel said…
sweetie!!!

oh I'm def loving your shoes!! and the butterfly is soo cute :)
I love your blazer too... well, I must say I love everything about this look!! hehe

xoxo
i.d. said…
I love the headband! You look like the coolest modern hippie in town. :)

And thanks for your Q&A, it's so inspiring to see you've achieved your dream job!
Love the socks with the boots, tres cute!
Gedankenlos said…
what a fantastic outfit!
love that butterfly :)
i've got a question!
what kind of layout do you use to get these big pictures with photobucket or something like that?
i think i am using the worng layout, because my photos don't become bigger, even if i use photobucket...
Flavia Flanders said…
amazing bad! and the hairban is really cute, sth that Queen B would wear.
Anonymous said…
I love this boots <3! Your style is so funky chic. Been a fan for a while but i always love what you create.
oh your shoes are so cute and cool!!


x
Sara Luxe said…
u may find this totally creepy but i have just taken a few of ur pics and put them ina folder for my xmas shopping outfit inspirations. i just think ur friggin cool xx
Anniken said…
Your header is wonderful!:) and i love the coatch
agnes said…
the DIY butterfly hairband is love! it brings magic to your B&W outfit. :)
S* said…
you only can put off an outfit like that!!! :) I love your styleee the hairband is gorgeous and the boots... uff i really need a pair of thoseee!!!
DaisyChain said…
Ohhh the butterfly headband,
did you make it?
j. said…
Despite your seemingu frustrating night.. Darling Bella, you still look amazing. What tonic do you take? Anyway, I loved reading your answers to the questions. Its always nice to know more about the people behind the blog.:-)

xo

V
Angela said…
how cute with the butterfly.
glory said…
wooww love the socks and the buterfly look so lovely..... you look gorgeous... kisses
Jadore-Fashion said…
your too cute hun, love the butterfly headband, the blazer and the hareem, love it:) great knowing more about you!!
xoxo
Couture Carrie said…
Beauty! Love your boots. You look fantastic, and I love what you said about still being a writer even if you had tons of $$!!

xoxox,
CC
Anonymous said…
ohhh you're so beautiful with your butterfly headband!! ;)
xxx
Anonymous said…
Lovel outfit...nice!!!!

xx
// fashionpics
Demi said…
i'm back now :D
and gorgeous outfit, as usual!!
xx
Recycled Runway said…
Love the butterfly. We love most of your outfits, what inspires you?
thenebulosegirl said…
total black! i really like it!
:D
Anonymous said…
Your butterfly is sooo cute!
Style Spot said…
You look so pretty in these photos, dear! Your style is amazing, and that blue butterfly is gorgeous <3

Love your answers to the questionnaire! I really want to become a writer too, it's one of my dreams. Ah, maybe one day :)

xoxo
Anonymous said…
The badass writer girl does it again!!
Anonymous said…
Oh shit, forgot to say that I heart this outfit.

The headband is so perfect and your hair is gorgeous.

nat
BiLLiON $$$ said…
thanks i am glad you like my pics
<3 :)
Anonymous said…
cute headband!
Trish said…
OMG! Lovely bag!! :)
Sarah said…
Medical degree.... to writer! You really are the whole package. I'm so jealous! Once again you look so chic and that hairband adds such a sweet touch. =)
Song of Style said…
I heart the shoes.....love the hair accessory.
its very well put together!
Abby said…
Looking good little lady.
Lovin that butterfly headband!
Human Racing said…
It' great that you have a job you love so much That you would continue doing it even if you were a billionaire. I can only hope to find a career that gives me that much satisfaction. Great post!
Anonymous said…
you've got an amazing blog! =D loads of great photos, outfits and SHOES! I've added you to my blogroll! Maybe we could exchange links? =) thanks!
Annie Spandex said…
I like the whimsical butterfly! and how you had the courage to chase your dream despite your degree--I can relate. :)
electric feel said…
the bag is perfection
you lokk magnifique in this outfit
CARO// said…
wonderful and also the location!
<33 :)
Miranda said…
i love the headband :)
Anonymous said…
I want those awesome shoes.
I <3 this so much!
Alyssa Muck said…
the butterfly hairband is adorable. you look so fierce.
Maxie said…
ooh that butterfly headband is sooooo amazing! wish I could make that (maybe I do, you give me ideas ;)) i have a question for u bella: how tall are you?? (without heels)
xxx
have a lovely evening and thanks for your always lovely comments on my blog
xxx
Maxie said…
ooh that butterfly headband is sooooo amazing! wish I could make that (maybe I do, you give me ideas ;)) i have a question for u bella: how tall are you?? (without heels)
xxx
have a lovely evening and thanks for your always lovely comments on my blog
xxx
michelle said…
I love the butterfly headband :D
Seeker said…
Nice to know more about you gorgeous girl.
You look lovely with the headband.

Hope you're having a great weekend, sweetie.

xoxo
prettyneons said…
Hello's, Brilliant post luv! So funny.I really like the hair accessory are my eyes going mad? But is that hair accessory complete with some sort of sparkle? Yes I am due for another eyeball check up, haha.
Peace and Sparkles...
Prettyneons X

Ps, thanks for your ever so lovely comment on my little neon blog'sta!x
Anonymous said…
That headband is gorgeous.
Rosanna said…
That butterfly hairpiece is perfect :)
Pamela Tan said…
wow! i think ur blog's going to be my next favorite, after agathe (stylebytes)! :)
Lexie said…
i have a terrible sweet tooth as well!

also - i love your headpiece. a small accessory that makes such an impact.
Anonymous said…
The headband is so cute. Bella, lovely as always.
xoxoxo
jaleh behtash said…
that headband is the cutest <3
you look wonderful, as always!
Nice outfit as always. So cute the butterfly headband!
hidzume said…
Hej, thanks for the comment ^^

Love your bag <3

xoxo
Anonymous said…
This is a great blog. You can really write. I mean really WRITE write.
kirke said…
Soo soso amazing!
Carla said…
What a wardrobe! I have just discovered your blog. The pics are grea. Carla
yiqin; said…
The headband looks SO good on you! & I love how you wear socks wit your shoes. Amazing.
CARMEN HANSEN said…
Hey, thank you for posting comments to my blog. And I added your blog to my favourite blog's list. :)
Your bag is so beautiful! i love your shoes!
TheMinx said…
I don't know if I asked you this before, but would you like to trade links? Your blog is so inspiring.
geri hirsch said…
hotttness!!
Reena Rai said…
Love the headband. And the Q&A, your life sounds so interesting!
Mel Carrey said…
I need this headband. beautiful!
Very cool footwear!
xx.
JINX said…
those shoes are so gangsta
hmmm how i have no visited your blog more often is beyond me. will definitely be coming more! i think you may be my fav brunette on blogsphere ;)
Jenna Shotgun said…
one word: gorgeous!
Gia said…
you are preety like a butterfly:)
love this post,both writing and images are lovely!
lisa @ luxe said…
your skin looks so a-mazing in these pics doll...and love those shoes, 2die4!!!
xoxo
{Tara} said…
OMG, those sparkle socks are amazing!!
Anonymous said…
I love your boots!!! & I have a sweet tooth as well. :(( It drives me crazy sometimes! xx
escritora said…
I've just 'discovered' your blog. I have no idea what took me so long to find it! i am under impression!
escritora said…
oh, i forgot - i linkd you :)

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