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Jacket Kryptonite





About 100 years ago, I held in my possession the most perfect motorcycle jacket, the ace in a stack of wild cards. The luxury model fully equipped with all the bells and whistles, and all the untamed zipper gadgets… it was everything a girl could hope for and more. Unexpectedly, those proverbial I shoulda inadequacies resurfaced like some jacket kryptonite, because I’d let it go into the kingdom of charitable donations… I’d heedlessly surrendered my most coveted biker love child.

I’d like to think it’s just another fall must-have, but frankly, my insatiable list of things I can’t live without hasn’t been narrowed to one particular season for umpteen years. I’m thinking it’s a recurrent excuse… but in the meantime, I’m searching for that special someone. And until I get it, if ever, all the others in my sisterhood of jackets will have to suffice. With that said, I’ll start my invasion with this uber-swanky, glitter-infested little number.

Boots, Mizrahi. DIY studded cutoffs, vintage. DIY T-shirt, Mossimo.

In other world news... I want to send a bouquet of sincere gratitude into the cyber-universe to the ever-lovely *Iced coffee latte for giving me the 'Love Award'!!

And while I could hardly believe I was deserving of such an honor, The Seeker and her awe-inspiring methods went and gave me the Prémio Dardos, given in recognition of cultural, ethical, literary, and personal values transmitted in the form of creative and original writing.



Thank you my sweets...

While it's going to be nearly impossible to decide, I'm working on a blog award list.

Comments

Couture Carrie said…
Congrats on your awards, Bella! Love the perfectly torn tee and the rest of your outfit too! You are inspiring me . . .

xoxox,
CC
yiqin; said…
OMG I have been wanting to cut up my jeans but my mum says im crazy. Ah you dont look crazy but so amazing <3
FASHION CHALET said…
Lady, I love it! From the shorts to the chains on your boots, and the shreddin' in between. Fabulous, love. :)

♥/ fashion chalet
Vertiginoso said…
And a "Jacket Kryptonite" for such a "fashion-issime SuperWOmannnnnnnnn" (with your iconic cut-off shorts as SEXY uniform) !!! Stainless GLAMOUR . .

à Bientôt, Antoine
MarionRocks said…
Oh, I don't know if my previous post worked because I had a bug just at the same moment I clicked on "publish your comment" !
Anyway, as I said, you look gorgeous in this outfit, it is really "rock'n'chic", just like I like it !!
By the way, thanks a lot for your comments, I was so glad to read them !
Have a nice day, because tomorrow will be a very different one !
xoxo
Sarah said…
I'm sure you get this alot.. but you look like L.Lo with your aviators on! Hope u take it as a compliment cause I think she's so damn awesome. But the difference is you're a stylist in your own right, u don't need to hire one.

Definitely rocking the biker vibe.
NICOLE said…
cute boots!!!! congrats on the award
InnyVinny said…
Congrats on the awards, Bella. Your DIY are great.
Jenna Shotgun said…
wow! you're so good at diy! the shirt looks fantastic, and i'm jealous of your shoes and shorts! and the weather, of course ;)
Ashleigh said…
the boots..the shirt...the shorts....are all SO perfect...what makes it even moRE perfect is that motorcycle in the backround ;)
Demi said…
thank you :D
and i love it all! especially the boots xx
prettyneons said…
Hello's

Your boots are too killer, damn it I want to snatch them from you, haha!

Peace and Punk rock
Prettyneons X
Jasnaaa said…
I love your style!! It's perfect!
Where do u live??
May Kasahara said…
you look amazing lady

♥ x 100
CARO// said…
yeah audrey is really amazing!
<33
:)
roxanne said…
those boots have awoken a love in me that i can't describe.. all i know is that i need some in my possession.
love the shirt !!!! and like the picture behind the moto
suis_aimée said…
love your outfits!!!!

very beautiful!

kissesss
Mode Junkie said…
love how you write. perfect.
and how you look. uber perfect! if that's possible. haha! good luck in finding the perfect jacket. i'll cross my fingers for you!
FASHION CHALET said…
It came really fast this year! I always hate when December is over and have to wait a whole year for the next one.. but WHAM! it's back! :)

I did a small run of Groceries this morning, and lo and behold the cashier's registers had bells and bows and cheer! <3

♥/ fashion chalet
Anonymous said…
You have the best style! I love love hte skirt and actaully, you'r rockin the entire outfit, Bella!!!!
Anonymous said…
Oh and i forgot to mention that the kick ass motorcyle shot is just that... KICK ASS!
Meaghan said…
you look cute here, very fashion toast. :D
Anonymous said…
Dear Bella, sorry but I had a problem with the blogger system and I have submit your comment, I'm sorry. It's a pleasure to receive you in our blog and we can traduce the Chanel post again. Many thanks!! Kisses
geri hirsch said…
you look amazing and congrats on the award!
Seeker said…
You look amazing girl!!!
Love those boots!!!

Hmmm did you notice there was more one award??? The "I love your blog" with the rose. You're in my blogrol....

Thank you dear for your so kind words.

xoxo
you make me want my tan back!!! congrats on your awards :)
michelle said…
Loving the outfit~ (:
Anonymous said…
Goregous girl! Killer legs!
Anonymous said…
Goregous girl! Killer legs!
Angela said…
adore those booties!!

you rock them very well<3
Eeli said…
I'm giving you a resounding NOOOOOOOOO on that front. I so not think it can be likened to getting back onto a bike/horse and remembering all that you'd temporarily forgotten.

This i can vouch for because 2 years ago i hopped onto Kenny (a friends' horse) in a paddock and he galloped away when i wanted a slight trot. Granted, my previous time spent on a horse was when i was 4 and can hardly remember the instance but that doesn't matter!? :O Ooooooh... :P

I could've sworn that jacket was brown velvet which would've been fabulous but glitter? Even more so lol and that slashing of the t-shirts is actually daring but i likey! Btw, i notice your boots, are they the same as the ones you blogged a while ago!? I see you've added another bra-strap? lol. How creative and cool is that!
Anonymous said…
i wish i could pull off glitter jacket, Bella!!! Always love the writing, always heart the fashion!

i'm searching for the perfect one too!!
Juan Andres said…
i love that t-shirt!!

soooo much !
Anonymous said…
Your style= inspiring once again.... x
Dane said…
Congrats! Love the DIY shirt.
Si te animas a los zapatos, ya sabes...
Un beso
saray said…
you did a great job on the t-shirt..

your shoes are stuning -as always!
j. said…
First off, congrats on the awards. :-)

Anywoo.. your shirt.. I want your shirt.. the whole outfit looks so-- glam--biker--chic. Love it.

xo
J.Yo said…
only you, i believe can pull this look off without even touching the word 'slutty'. you just say sexy all over.

and yeah, biker jacket will do great on this outfit, but hey, its too cliche.
i think this jacket made it look fresher! ^^
Congrats dear!!!
That T shirt is a wow with the shorts! But again you always rock!
~Blessings as always*
Abby said…
You so deserve the award!!

I love love love this outfit. But hey, when have i ever not loved one of your outfits?
That ripped up tee is absolute love. Great GREAT diy on the studded cutoffs. Oh how I love studs AND CUTOFFS. but mainly cutoffs thanks to Tobias.
Those boots are hot town too.

oh and sadly no, I have not got the pouches..YET. I am so poor right now. I accidentally spent over a 100 bucks on make up today.
whoops.
LOVE AESTHETICS said…
really nice outfit, specially the shoes I love
AusAnna said…
such a great outfit, such great writing. aaah i love it.
AusAnna
Caroline said…
i love everything about this!
Anonymous said…
OMG you are a goddess! are you modeling for someone ? Gosh you are sooooo beautiful :) i like your hair =D
Mariana said…
linked!
you are lovely and your blog too!
Dana (MODAna) said…
ok
the boots-
AMAZINGNESS
the shirt-
AWESOMENESS
the girl-
PERFECTNESS
choppyshades said…
oh! how can a ripped t-shirt be that cool? well, it is! it's smashing. and i think i have to do the same to one of my t-shirts too.

-choppy shades
well done on that top. it's truly fabulous and one-of-a-kind!
did you make the t-shirt!!
that´s cool!
I love your shorts, actually, I lovve all your shorts, Im a addict of shorts, mini-skirts...too!!

the weather seems really good in your pictures!
Isa said…
A fierce look - you look great!

I'm very flattered that my fledgling blog appears on your expert page - thank you!

F xx
Merily said…
The top is so outstanding and beautiful.!
Very, very much obsessed with that shirt! Very obsessed!!!
Wow! Great DIY jobs!!!

Thanks so much for the sweet comment on the "serena-dress" I'm sorry I couldnt reply sooner... I caught a bad cold....

I love your legs and your tan is so great too!! You always never fail to inspire me in many..many..many ways!!
your shoes are hot as hell....love them!!!!!!
if you live in the states i guess you will find the ac/dc- bag... he he...
rock on
Anonymous said…
Fabulous girl! Fabulous style!!!
:)

kiss x
Angela said…
congrat on the awards. savvy torn tee.
Jennifer said…
the pictures are aboslutely beatiful
Vain and Vapid said…
I know, fashion regret is really difficult to live down and almost impossible to avoid.... It pains me to think how many things I have given away that I would love to have back in my possession.
Val said…
I love your boots, and the shredded tee as well.
Anonymous said…
I love you in that shredded shirtt and the chains on the shorts are a fantastic idea! You're so lovely.

hugs
Caroline said…
hey! The jeans are actually customed by a designer here in Cleveland. we are working on launching the line, Fall of 12. Should be up soon so be sure to check back later on in the month if you're interested in a pair!
natalia said…
oh i wish it was warm enough to wear shorts in portland! you look great!
♥ Marta ♥ said…
ONE word: HOT
Human Racing said…
Two very well desrved awards! I really like your tee.
Song of Style said…
I adore adore ur boots!
Anonymous said…
I like your cut up t-shirt!
estás muy guapa
Style Spot said…
I love everything glittery, and I adore your little number! Everyhthing else is perfection too. You look amazing, Bella!

xxx
Unknown said…
your shirt is just TOO amazing!!!!
Cruella ★ said…
if i was a thief, i would steal all ur shoes! :)
Gedankenlos said…
love your blog and your style!
Ane said…
Love the last outfit! The shorts, shoes, everything.
Reena Rai said…
I've tagged u for another thing sugar x
thenebulosegirl said…
REALLY NICE OUTFIT!
the jeans are perfect!
:D xoxo
Jennifer said…
thank you so so much for you comment
it means so much to me and i will defenitely take those words to heart and never give up on my dreams
agh that sounds so cheesy but yea, it's true :D
rachel said…
hot hot! I luv that cut out tee and those boots! you look fabulous, as always :)

♥ R
Chantelle said…
i loooooooove this look
i wish i had your weather!
LOVING the chains on the boots!!

Jen Ramos
'100% Recycled DESIGNER Cards & More'
www.madebygirl.com
madebygirl.blogspot.com
Anonymous said…
Love it babe!
LOVE that look babe!!

xx
nv said…
those are just amazing boots <3
Unknown said…
i love this outfit!
you are so dark! x
wow i was just on your chictopia and got linked here :) great style i love it
Amber Nofetari said…
Love this outfit!!!!
Shaminista said…
love ur shirt!

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