Yes, I got them.  And with some creative shoe haggling and  taking advantage of the sale going on (to the benefit of dudeguy), they worked out to about $35.  I wasn’t complaining.  I was actually quietly celebrating how many people were looking at my shoes.  Well, there weren’t that many, but still. 

Shirt: Free from some dude on Melrose

Shorts: cutoff jeans from WAY back when

Shoes: alice+olivia for  Payless

Dudeguy tells me they remind him of the movie Taxi Driver.  We watched the movie later that night and I understood why.  Wow.  That was a really great comparison.  

And never mind the glowy eyes.  It’s just one of many cats.  

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NEWSFLASH!!!

The plan of the day is to put myself on a total unnecessary spending freeze for as long as humanly possible.  Sure, this is probably a joke coming from me, but I have to start somewhere.  I’ll make sure to keep you guys posted on my progress (or lack thereof).

Because I absolutely loathe this woman.  I really do.

If you live in Cali, I hope you registered by today’s deadline.

See you at the polls on the 4th.

I figured that since I’ve clearly demonstrated that I have absolutely no self control when it comes to shoes, I should ask you all what I should do when I see something I like.

I saw these shoes.

I tried on these shoes.

I liked these shoes.

I walked out of the store.

That sequence of events is an amazing thing in and of itself.  Even more amazing is that it has happened twice.  I wasn’t sure if I still would want them, so I held off.

I still want them.

They’re comfortable.

They’re bright red.

They’re shiny.

They’re comfortable.

They’re comfortable.

*sigh* What the hell am I supposed to do? I need help, guys.  Serious help.  If you know of any intervention-holding people that specialize in this sort of thing, shoot me a business card or email me their info.  Pleaseandthankyou.

I think my camera is on the fritz.  Sometimes it doesn’t want to turn on.  Sometimes the buttons don’t do what they are supposed to.  Sometimes it won’t focus.  Like today.  

Damn this recession.  

Tank: Target

Vest: YSL from the $1 Sale

Jeans: American Apparel

Shoes: Nine West

Can you tell I was frustrated?  Because I was.  LOL. 

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I’m watching the debate tonight.  Is it sad that I’m more excited to see who wins on Project Runway?

I didn’t think so either.  LOL.

Nothing needs to be said on my end…except that this is hilarious…and that if you don’t get what I mean by the title, you need to watch Pootie Tang.

Because sometimes…I say the most random shit. 

Today was hot…again…but I stayed inside for most of the day with the exception of my lunch hour where I was determined to be like geri (and apparently everyone else in the near vicinlty) and take pictures in the lamppost installation at LACMA.  It was the afternoon, so I didn’t have the coolest effect, but it was still a good time.  

Blazer: NY & Co.

Tank: Target

Scarf: Jet Rag $1 Sale

Jeans: F21

Boots: Colin Stuart

Maui Jim Glasses: Not Mine

I’m finally breaking in those boots that tried to bind my feet the first time I wore them.  My feet are forever grateful for the time spent gently stretching and molding them into something wearable for more that 25 minutes. 

This was my circle of friends’ review of this video in an email conversation.  I figured since I haven’t posted in a while, I might as well let you all in on the everyday conversations I have.

*all materials posted without permission – sorry y’all*

C: I don’t know.. it looks like the black and white version of check up on it, with her doing Madonna’s “vogue” and taebo moves.  I’m on the fence.

J: what i’m on the fence on is the premise of the song…….but that’s just me! we all know how awful i am

me (keep in mind that I do lists when I review things): Ahem…

- I really need to know who does her Brazilians because she is quite adept at popping her barely covered lady parts with minimal…umm…exposure.

- is she wearing a metal arm?  Reminds me of Terminator 2.

- I wonder if she feels best with 2 broads in the background.

- She’s hella jiggly.  Score one for the pubescent boys in high school who will no doubt beat off to it.

- Does she think she’s a horse and a jockey at the same time?  How do you slap your own ass that much in succession?

- I hate this beat.  Truly awful.

- Love the shoes.

- The PVAM dancer part was kind of cute.

- I’m not digging her “rooster” do.  Too much hair.  Like Aubrey.

- She’s not even lip syncing well.  This is going to be a bitch if she does it live with the same choreography.

VIVA SOLANGE!!!

Jenkins: first video looks like hip-hop jazzercise and the 2nd video.. kinda feelin it. i liked how she turned it around and i LUV how she didn’t go thru the crayola machine – natural beauty.

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I don’t hate B at all.  These are just my honest, stream-of-consciousness reactions to this particular video.

What say you all?

This wonderful selection of footwear: All from Topshop.com

Those blue suede joints along with every other pair up there need to be mine.  

Damn this recession. 

*Note: yes I know I have an issue with liking this style of shoe a little too much.  I’m dealing with it the best way I can.  Your patience is appreciated.*

Sarah told me I looked like I went out last night and just threw on a shirt to come to work in the morning.  

I didn’t. 

Wore them for the second day in a row.  They are still the most comfortable pair of heels I own.  Sure everyone asked if I was going to be a dominatrix for Halloween, but if I could, I’d wear these everyday. 

Dress: H&M

Tank: Target

Shoes: Promiscuous

The moment I was well enough to walk more than 10 feet without doubling over in fatigue is when I knew I was wearing those hot bitches.  Seeing as though I love to declare any day “wear completely inappropriate shoes to work day,” I did.  Dudeguy had to tone down the outfit, unfortunately.  I guess I was coming off a bit hooker-ish even with a floral skirt on under this grey shirt.  I told him it was about balance.  He told me the bottom half of my outfit looked like I was going to work on a corner.

Damnit.  No bare legs with the Lookers without extreme forethought.

That sucks.

Shirt: Thrifted

Necklace: Tiffany & Co.

Jeans: Refuge

Shoes: Promiscuous

Verdict: these are some of the most comfortable and fetish-looking shoes that I own.  Go figure.

*inner monologue* Buuuuuuuuut with a name like “Promiscuous,” one would think the shoes should be comfortable.  I mean, if I were a promiscuous girl of sorts, I’d want to be able to wear my shoes for hours on end without major discomfort.

I leave you with good tidings and cheer for the upcoming weekend (hoping it’s a three-day for you, because it is for me!  HA!) and a video I stole from knightcat, because I think it’s dope.