The wedge quest continues

Since returning the two pairs of sandals that didn't work out, I've become, maybe a touch obsessed with finding a pair that will. I've got quite a few in mind that are from DSW, so a trip to the store might be in order, and may be more productive than ordering online and then having to deal with returns.

On the left:
Michael Antonio Galena Wedge Sandal, $40 at DSW
Mrkt Candy Wedge Sandal, $80 at DSW
Miss Me Heart 25 Wedge Sandal, $45 at DSW
On the right:
Michael Antonio Galactic Sandal, $30 at DSW
Iveans Wedge Sandal, $65 at Aldo
Nine West Braxton, $70 at Zappos (I don't know why I'm even including this sandal, this color isn't available in my size anywhere; but in the cream color, at Nine West's site, it's only $36.)
Steve Madden Fantasik Espadrille, $50 at Amazon

I suppose in the meantime, I can just borrow my sisters wedges, which are pretty cute, but don't pass my comfort standards. I mean, I wouldn't have bought them, but I'll certainly wear them if they are at my disposal.

In other news, taking photos at the yacht club might be ruined for me.

For the most part, there aren't too many people at the yacht club. It's a private club, and a small one, so unless there is some sort of event going on, usually there are only a handful of people around.
I've gone there to take photos plenty of times and been happily left alone.

But, on this particular evening, a window from the club house (I guess you'd call it the club house, since it's a yacht club) bar area opens and a creepy old dude sticks his head out and says "Don't mind me, I just like to watch you take pictures. And don't worry, I won't call the police."
I mumbled some sort of 'uh-huh' noise and finished up as quickly as I could and left.

I don't really understand the police threat. Yeah, it's a private club, but if someone asked me to leave, obviously I would just leave. He must have been drunk and thought he was being funny or something. Either way, I was not amused.

Why? Why must I be a creepy old dude magnet? Why I can't I attract a young potential boyfriend instead?

I imagine those of you who have boyfriend/husband photographers never have to worry about creepy old dudes bothering you. You lucky bitches.

The Rundown

Dress Twitch Vintage - Wedges Chinese Laundry - Clutch London Fog - Belt Thrifted - Ring American Eagle - Necklace Made by Me "Sweet Drops" - Sunnies Old Navy - Dog Chloe

Light as a feather

Over the weekend I had another bridal shower to attend, and I decided to wear the feather dress again. I even wore the orange Seychelles with it again too. But there was no guest cross-over, so it was totally okay.

It was a pretty fun shower, there was a contest to decorate bottles of alcohol for the couple to drink at milestone dates during their first year of marriage. Guess who won?
There was also a sundae bar, which was a perfect dessert for a hot summer day.

The Rundown

Feather Dress Urban Outfitters - Sandals Seychelles Gypsy - Clutch London Fog - Sunnies Old Navy - Earrings Avon - Bracelets The Cavernous Jewelry Box and Kohls

Trifecta

Remember when I blogged about coveting a few things simply because I saw other bloggers wearing them? And how I then obsessed about each of them and did not stop searching until I found all three?
Well, here they are, the red pants, the striped blazer and the starfish cuff, all rolled into one outfit.
Not going to lie, it was way too hot to be wearing the blazer outside of arctic office air conditioning, but as a key part of the outfit, it had to be included.

 

The red jeans I purchased initially ended up being way too tight, and I had to return them and then I went for these twill pants from Urban Outfitters. When I tried them on I thought they fit perfectly, but judging by these photos, taken after I sat in them all day, they look like they might be a little too big.  Maybe they just need a roll in the dryer. I hope so, because I have a lot of outfits I want to wear with these!

I didn't end up getting down to the yacht club until 8pm, hence the low light and massive flare - it can definitely be tricky to get photos that work well, and I had more success with the closer shots than the full. 

When you shoot, do you like to experiment with different lighting conditions, or do you like simple, even light?

The Rundown

Red Twill Pants Urban Outfitters - Striped Blazer H&M - Tank Gap - Starfish Cuff St. Thomas via TJMaxx - Sandals Onex Nile - Sunnies Aldo

P.S. The shoes I ordered are both, sadly, going back.

I got Sheona, a bright fuchsia studded sandal by Nina, and the studs hurt my toes. The row of studs around the toe was one of my favorite details of the sandal, so it's dissapointing that they are the reason I can't wear them.

 

I also got Edda, a brown woven wedge with metallic detailing by Vince Camuto and they are too narrow for my chubster toes. I don't think the woven strap would lend itself well to stretching, so I'm not going to take the chance.