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We will not go quietly into the night

Backpedaling to the fourth of July and red doorway 691…

Considering the overcast crap-fest that lingered just outside my window, I saw no point in pursuing what would ultimately be unsuccessful self-preparation, because honestly, I wasn’t about to battle the 100% humidity. I mean, after spending ten minutes tousled in the cords of a dysfunctional hair straightener, I was over it.

But even as the lazy night wore on with minimal indecision/concern, we somehow (laughs) managed two wrong turns hunting for last minute sparklers, three endless stoplights, a never-ending Ghostbusters theme song, one torrential downpour the vegetable pizza didn’t appreciate, and a pomegranate popsicle coma to our great amusement. Man, we had a good time… and at the end of our daily saga, saying we had “fun” would probably be a mild understatement.

(Vintage studded blazer, Target t-shirt, Bakers fringe boots, H&M tights, Plume dress)

Comments

Unknown said…
i love that blazer. only i can wear one here. aggghh!

bella that mini dress is so pretty on you.
Anonymous said…
love your ring on your pointer finger- where did you get it?
Anonymous said…
Looks and sounds like an awesome time..loving these shots soooo much. your're so beautiful!
Daisy said…
Sounds soo fab! You look fantastic as always, i love the dress and the last photo!
WOOOOOW you look so good as always!!!!

X
Gedankenlos said…
amazing!

i love the last picture and your shirt♥
Love the outfit! Great DIY vintage blazer! I love your rings!!!
God, you look great!
Pixie said…
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Nemerae said…
Amazing outfit! I love zebra print =)
xx
lauren said…
You're fucking ridiculously cool, Bella!
Pixie said…
You look beautiful Bella, as you always do. Your DIY projects are an inspiration. I enjoy doing this kind of project also. And on your previous post "Pretty Little Things" your Chihuahuas are soooo pretty! I love all your jewelry, rings and bracelets, and what you do with chain necklaces is amazing. Can't wait to see more "pretty little things" you do. Hope you are having a fantastic weekend. :)
ONiC said…
gee, how you manage it? looking fab as always..
diane said…
Sounds a lot more fun than the party I was at yesterday.
love the pics.
Anonymous said…
LOVE the zebra!

LOVE the braid!

LOVE the Quervo! haha
Anonymous said…
LOVE the zebra!

LOVE the braid!

LOVE the Quervo! haha
Anonymous said…
Love the shoes!!
cool style you have! love the zebra print mini dress and the blazer. you look so gorgeous!
wow, stunning boots!
Sydnie said…
Bella, you look fantastic! I have a zebra shirt/dress just like that ... it's one of my favorites!

Sydnie
www.takemeouttotherunway.blogspot.com
Velo said…
i love ur accessories.. very cool!
espeacially the rings on ur fingers.. =D
Antonio Barros said…
I agree!! The blazer is great!
Kati said…
Love the shoes!
Gia said…
Hey beauty, no question about it, you look adorable!Your blazer looks so chic with the dress!As usual love all the photos!
I hope you had a blast this weekend:)
Only love and joy!
Elizabeth Marie said…
GORGEOUS...you're always perfection!! BADASS perfection. And pomegranate popsicles. YUM
amazing photos! thanks for sharing!
$ouLphate said…
the blazer is amazing, plus i want your tanned legs!! haha
Unknown said…
fabulous shots! gorgeous!!
Lainey said…
I love your rings in the picture of you with a sparkler! So gorgeous! And your outfit is fabulous yet again!
GREAT outfit!!!you're such a cool girl!!!i love that blazer!!!
:DDD
Ms. B said…
Oh, Bella...seriously, I know I'm getting awfully redundant with my commenting, but it never ceases to amaze me with how gorgeous and put together you always look!
It looks like you had a wonderful time. I'm lovinggg the zebra print :)
ediot said…
tHanks for your comment sweetheart! i loved that park. just for it-i'd consider living in oslo.. i adore the colour contrast in the first snaps- black&red is really cool. whitestripeswibes.
hope you had a great weekend hon, take care xxxxx
Pamela said…
love ur outfitt!! u r so tanned!
Tienes un pelo precioso!!

Un besote
jessica said…
damn i love those fringe boots .
Annie Spandex said…
I love the zebra print and the sheer tights, and your rings!
t a l i s h a said…
cool blazer. your hair is amazing.
mind exchanging links? visit my blog too if u hv time (:
Vern said…
killin it! hotness rock the animal print!
FASHION CHALET said…
Bella. Bella. Bella. <3
My sole-sister from another Mother ;)

Lovely in Zebra, you rock those Balmain-Bakers so well. I can never get enough of your outfit posts, dear!!



x
Unknown said…
*whistles* your looking fab as always darl. I've come to the conclusion of not planning a thing because whenever I try to plan something it never turns out right. Just let the good times roll!


m.
B said…
The 4th shot is lovely!
Dane said…
These shots just blew me away, you are so utterly gorgeous! Wow wow wow. The blazer is amazing and I am in love with the ghostbusters tee!




www.trustme-itsparadise.blogspot.com
Good times! Loving the summer shots :D
Juan Andres said…
Hey Bella, (I'm back on checking my blogroll, vacations anyone? hehe)

God NOTHING has change, I still lovw every single outfit you manage to pull out!

xo
Juan
InnyVinny said…
I need the Ghostbusters shirt...
Jules said…
You look so pretty on your outfit. Love the rings. =D More outfit post.=D
zupu said…
Love everything about this look, you look fab dear!
ivy said…
i lurve those printed shirt you're wearing...and not to mention those fringe Bakers booties :p love ur pics in these one..almost look like a magazine editorials...lol!
nice one :)
Miss G* said…
Love the last picture!
xo.
Loving the zebra! Who you gonna call?
Terry P. said…
Hi Bella.

I'm a huge fan of your site and wanted to drop by and just say hello! :) I'm really impressed at how your creativeness goes so easily from your writing to your photograghs!

What you're doing here is fantastic and you deserve so much more credit! Well, that's all for now. Have a fabulous week. Cant wait for your next post!!
Can I read any of your writing?
Do you have an etsy/blog shop or ebay?

Peace and love XOX
Anika said…
Another killer set of shots, gorgeous girl.

I adore the studded blazer by the way, and matched with the Bakers boots and tights, its just perfect.

Glad you had a fab 4th and hope you have a fab week :)

p.s. any new shoes to share? I live vicariously through you in the shoe dept ;)
crap! now i got that ghostbusters song in my head. thanks bella :)
Dream Weaver said…
I swear you're gorgeous all the time! how is that even possible? lol have a good week!
Marie-Louise said…
your rings are aamazing! where are they from?
Maide said…
Wow...your blog is realy stunning !

Greetings from germany/ munich

Maide
escritora said…
You look fantastic. This outfit is perfect :)
chauss said…
gotta say, i like your hair a little mussed up, not perfectly straight. sexy...........
Damsels said…
wow love this . i am a fan of zebra and fringe .. i wear something similar to this . but ive had no luck finding a zebra dress.
you look amazing
Anonymous said…
I love this photo shoot. I love how you stood by that vibrant red! Such a great contrast. I am loving the shot of the in scent for some reason, but it's totally cool.

xoxo,
Jessica
▲ FARRAH ▲ said…
Love your rings girl!
Dannie said…
i looove the zebra print on you! sooo effortlessly hot! youre amaziiing luv ;))
Elaine said…
Great pictures! I love the red background you chose. You look amazing!!!! as usual!!!


clothedmuch.blogspot.com
I love your dress! The print is so pretty! The boots are fantastic as well! xxxoxoxo
Stéphanie said…
The pictures are beautiful !
Caramell said…
so faboulous! I'm gobsmacked! *-*
Move said…
i love the blazzerrr, is awessomme!!
Shen-Shen said…
I like the zebra print and boots! Sounds like a crazy amount of fun, heh heh.
hey hun ♥ thanks for the super sweet comment u left on my blog :)

looks like u had such a fun night - and i love ur outfit! it looks so cute with the ghostbusters tee on top in the last pic

♥ Hannah @ ((london--rose.blogspot.com))
Anonymous said…
im glad you had an awesome time!
your outfit is fabulous of course

rings are so awesome
Heather said…
Your hair is so shiny. Love it!
Ashley said…
The boots are awesome!! Great photos!!!

http://fashionroadkill-halifax.blogspot.com
Anonymous said…
Great pictures, love the red pop of color :)

www.fashion1psychology.wordpress.com
Natalie J Monty said…
Love love love your fringe boots <3
xxx
Delmy said…
Love the zebra print against the coral wall... FUN!
I V Y said…
love love love the blazer heaps! omg and the boots! ahhhh (L)
Rebecca said…
love the photos, the contrast of red in the background is great
i love your whole outfit
espescially the skirt, xxxx
Aline said…
you look amazing...look at those tan legs!!
Maha M said…
you look amazing, that dress is just perfect!!

Meho xx
Angela said…
You look fabulous as usual. I feel about the same about humidity and hair. : )
acheELEna said…
i love your outfint, your hair, everything!!! how that could be possible???? ;) í have been reaading you! even if i didn´t comment you! xxxxx i had exams, went on holliday...and in a month i´m moving to Finland!!!! sorry about not comenting you!
E said…
I MUST OWN THAT T-SHIRT! E-Baying now...
Anonymous said…
love that blazer. and despite the humidity, you look really cute, still :)
xoxo,
Micaela
HeadOverHeelz said…
Those zebra prints + B/W outfits compliment so well with the red wall. Love love ur Balmain-isque fringed boots! U go gal!! <3
you rock and roll in that animal print dress!
i love it, bella!
Anonymous said…
Bella, you look amazing in the zebra print and I love the studded blazer. Digging your rings too!

xo, Becs
kulululu said…
nice photos!
Clara Campelo said…
hello! I changed my URL. visit me here now:
http://zebratrash.blogspot.com

ah! And by the way, how you do that the images so big?
I can not: X
xxx
U look great, I love your strong sense of style :)
xx
young-shields said…
awesome. thought you may like a comp on my page. claire @ y-s x
Marissa LOVES IT! said…
Loving this so much Bella. The shoulders are such a cool statement piece to own and you def rockit!!!

You're always amazing, really better and better every single time!

Waiting for more..xoxox

M.
Move said…
im in love with ur blazer!!
Claudia said…
i love your outfit
Anonymous said…
Ohh my your dress is fabulous..i adore the zebra print xx
PHOTOS DE MODE said…
Gorgeous like usual, love ur ring btw !! xx.
budget chic said…
Hi Bella, the studded blazer is on point! Absolute love the rings are they vintage finds as well. I would to know where you got the long knuckle ring.
YoQueSe said…
love that top :D
Anika said…
Ahhh, Bella, thank you for making me laugh. Lol, still sniggering at your comment and imagining you going through the closet. To be fair cough*I kinda have the same problem*cough :)

And hell yes to the savage kicks being purchased. Do share once you buy ;)

Also, sorry you're not feeling well. I'm with you. And people keep saying that I must not be that ill because I don't look it but this stupid flu only makes you look moderately viciously ill ;)

p.s. fuzzy wuzzy slippers. Lolll! Ahhh, thank you :)

Hope you feel better ASAP. Have a beer, its gotta be good for you. And rest my dear, you need it.

Oh and please do buy some savage kicks because I live vicariously through your shoe collection and have resolved to wait on a pair of shoes I've seen and want and that are not yet out. Grrr.

haha, have a lovely weekend bella and stay strong (in the fuzzy wzzy slippers, of course ;)
Incon said…
U look darling hun!!
hOPE u FEEL better!!
Anonymous said…
I LOOOOVE red background !! I love ghostbusters ( lol ! ) !!! I love your ringed hands ! And I adore amaro Disaronno <3.
Reena Rai said…
Hello dear, long time!! Looking fabulous as always, I'm feeling the zebra print and those perfect fringed boots.
Love + Cake said…
Love the zebra stripes...and woot for jose!! Hope you feel better soon<3

xox, mavi
Genevieve said…
This post got me thristy for some corona
Charmaine Li said…
Such a sick outfit! And can I say that your hair looks so straight and shiny (VERY JEALOUS)! Zebra print spices everything up! Woo! :)
ediot said…
Hope youre feeling better soon and that youll be up&running with an new outfitpost soon. take care babe! xx
Organic Meatbag said…
You know what they say is behind door 691? A bucket full of happiness! And/or a large fish monster of some sort...
b4nch4 said…
ooohh i wish i have that zebra shirt!

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