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{Outfit} Pink

I once had a friend breakdown my style:

  • 25% girly
  • 25% retro
  • 50% hipster

Honestly, the best way to sum it up: ECLECTIC.  Though, I do feel girly in my Barbie-pink top….(also known as the top to not leave Hillary chilling alone at the bar wearing with piranhas swimming about….).

But you do have to admit, this is an extremely Barbie-esque shirt.  If only I was blonde…..and tall….

Anyways, things have gotten crazy on my end here in DC.  I wanted to take some photos around Georgetown’s waterfront yesterday, but I was dying from the heat and biking all over town and running internship-errands. So, sorrrrryyyy!

Though, I’m glad to be getting busy and getting adjusted to the city (aka, biking in and out of traffic like a champ).  I’m such an active and go-go-go person that I have a hard time sitting still.  (I tend to be that annoying employee at work always asking for more work…..wait, is that annoying!?)

But I’ve caught a cold (and sounding so lovely with a scratchy throat) and it’s time I try to slow down.

Hummm, anyways. Don’t ya just love the back of this shirt?  AND the zipper on the skirt?  It’s always such small details that make an outfit more awesome…

xoxo

Hillary Rose

shirt: zara (similar) // skirt:  urban outfitters (old) // shoes: hamrick’s (old) // necklaces: vintage // sunnies: urban outfitters

{Outfit} Nautical

Hello sunshine!

Well, I’m finally branching out of my comfort zone and taking photos in other parts of the city.  And since I was meeting up with some internship folks in Adams Morgan to visit an art collector’s apartment, why not take a few outfit photos?  But I have to say, I do feel really awkward taking photos of myself in the wide open with people walking by and gawking….

(I promise I’m not conceited!)

I do find many of the neighborhoods charming around DC.  Though, just behind me lies one of the craziest night scene locations in the city:  18th Street.  It’s where the creepy vest conversation occurred two weekends ago.  But night scene is kind of like Franklin Street (in Chapel Hill) on crack….

Ahh, anyways, enough of nightlife chattering.  Let’s talk about the huge ass hill I had to bike up.  I thought Chapel Hill and its constant up and down is bad, but it’s got nothing on this vertical incline up 18th!  Thankfully, I opted for my trusty boat shoes instead of wedges.  Plus, the boat shoes flow better with this nautical preppy style I had going on today.

(In case you haven’t figured it out, I’m a bit of an eclectic, “what’s my mood today” dresser….tomorrow, might be boho….*wink wink*)

I am also obsessed with la Marinière, aka French Sailor Shirt.  At one point in time, two months ago, I owned about five….

What can I say?  I like to pretend I’m French.  Hence the shirt, the red lipstick, the bun, the bike riding, the wine obsession, the baguette munching….

“Je m’appelle Hillary.  Je suis chic, génial y mignon.  Je préfère le café.”

bisousss,

Hillary Rose

shirt: old navy (similarish…) // shorts: zara (similar) // belt:  vintage // shoes:  sperry

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It’s been one week, and I have already been causing some mischief in DC.  I spent most of last week running around and exploring the town.  But due to my distaste for sensible walking shoes, my feet aren’t happy with me…Oh well, aren’t you supposed to suffer a little bit for style??

During my explorations, I have discovered that each neighborhood of DC has its own vibe.  Whether it’s the hipsters of Bloomingdale drinking coffee at Big Bear Cafe, the frat stars of Georgetown sipping bourbon at The Tombs or the political folks enjoying happy hour around the Capital, it seems there’s a little something for everyone.

And luckily for me, my art appreciation side is jumping for joy with the start of my internship.  For those that don’t know, I am interning with an arts non-profit web journal, The Studio Visit, where I am getting to “try on” many different hats.

Now I’m going to go work and shock some of the conservative dressed folks with my red pants!

xoxo,

Hillary Rose

PS:  I PROMISE I will find an outside location for photos soon…

PPS:  I’ve been browsing a few men’s fashion blogs, so be forewarned that my style might take a menswear-inspired dive….

shirt: urban outfitters // jeans:  zara // shoes:  lucky brand

{Outfit} Green

“The question isn’t ‘Are you ready for DC, Hillary?’ but, instead, “Is DC ready for you?”

I like to tell myself this is the true question to help ease my nerves.  While my father, on the other hand,    tells me that DC is a city full of crime and unemployment.  My response?  What city isn’t?

My father also asked me what New York Fashion Week was at lunch yesterday.  I stared at him in disbelief trying to figure out if he was serious.  He was.   At the time, I didn’t know how to respond….but now I realize my answer should have been:

“Dad, it’s the World Series of fashion!”

 But don’t get me wrong, I love my dad.  I’m a bit of a daddy’s girl.

My daddy doesn’t exactly understand my passion and interest in fashion.  He’s a man of such simple clothes:  three pairs of the same khaki shorts, 10 neutral colored polos (all Duck Head) and two pairs of blue jeans.

He attempted to wear his navy blazer with his black dress pants to my graduation.  I immediately vetoed that!

My brother on the other hand…I’ve been able to help him a little bit…

No cargo shorts.  No sweatpants in public.  No red on red.

Though, it is baseball season, so he’s been wearing a lot of running shorts out and about….But honestly, they might be better than cargo shorts….

Hoaaaa, hummm….I just hope I marry a well dressed man…

xoxo

Hillary Rose

shirt:  express // skirt:  zara // belt:  rando paris boutique // sunnies:  ray-ban // heels:  rando paris boutique // purse:  coach // jewelry:  vintage