Sunrise, Moonrise
May 10, 2013
Last weekend I got to watch the sun rise over Ontario and set over the Midwestern US (I was on a westbound plane so it lasted forever!), and to play under a midnight sky and the noontime heat with some of my favorite people. I took a few important notes on my trip to visit [...]
This Thing I’d Like to Wear
April 11, 2013
I started school a couple of weeks ago but it feels like I’ve been back in an avoid-my-homework mindset for months. Speaking of which, I found this cute top by People Tree and, instead of studying HIV statistics and infection protocol, I made myself a little summer school outfit! My eco-friendly outfit includes this peplum [...]
I Come Out From Under a Rock for Dresses
March 27, 2013
Today only (28 March 2013) Mata Traders will be having a one-day dress sale! I’m a big fan of Mata Traders, which this site first reviewed waaaaay back in 2010 and has talked about a few times since. This woman-owned fair trade brand rarely has big sales, so it’s pretty exciting to see them promoting [...]
Winter Roses
January 21, 2013
One of my favorite things about cold weather running is seeing all of the neighborhood roses that bloom over winter. Our weather is sometimes just warm enough for the hardiest roses to push out a few extra blossoms; seeing them always cheers me up (even when I’m on the last leg of an uphill jog [...]
Last-Minute Design-Inspired Winter Gifts
December 17, 2012
I really love useful things, and things that used to be useful, but then were made into pretty things. Hence my love of recycling, and my obsession with Etsy. (It is what started this blog!) So what do you get when you cross recycled materials with design-inspired usefulness? You get really good gifts, that’s what. [...]
Mary & Jane Can Finally Get Married
December 7, 2012
As of yesterday, Washington state has legalized gay marriage and recreational marijuana use. So obviously everyone should get married in a hemp wedding dress by Michael Kors. I should mention that this isn’t intended to be a wedding dress; I just decided that it is one. In actuality, it is the Crepe de Chine Dress, [...]
Genderless Gifts
December 5, 2012
I keep seeing holiday shopping guides that are separated by gender: gifts for guys, gifts for girls, gifts for dad, gifts for mom…it reminds me of the toy isle, with trucks and legos, Barbies and tea sets… Why are we separating gifts by gender anyway? These hand-knit striped socks by Muza are listed as a [...]
This Is About Chickens
November 28, 2012
Me: “What should I write about?” Him: “Organic chicken feed.” Me: “Honey, I don’t have time to research the dietary needs of chickens right now.” Him: “Hey, you asked.” Me: “…how about I just write about chickeny things?” Him, begrudgingly: “Okay.” Okay. I’ll start by saying that I am not posting images of the natural [...]
Warm Inside Cool: Winter Wardrobe in Greys
November 26, 2012
House of Marley Lively Up Scout Pack ($130): This mist-colored backpack is made of REWIND™ fabric, which consists of 30% hemp, 30% organic cotton, and 40% recycled plastic bottles. Gaiam Recycled Poly Dance Cami ($20): This goes under your poncho (#8) and above your leggings (#6). It also goes under and with everything else you own and [...]
Gold, Steel & Bone
November 21, 2012
The holiday season is for beautiful things. I’d never think to pair delicate light pink leather with the toughness of stainless steel. The design of this geometric necklace Anna Lawska Jewellery (~$38) is smooth and bold. The rest of her shop is just as interesting: lots of metal elements, chunky designs and even a bright [...]
Winter, Nau
November 19, 2012
Winters in Seattle are…weathery. We’re one of those “all seasons in one day” cities: we start with fog, which turns to rain, breaks into bright sun and ends with a rush of wind, all in twenty-four hours. We’re one of those cities that requires a little bit of warmth and a whole lot of waterproofing, [...]
Old Lady Fashion: Pressed Botanical Jewelry
November 7, 2012
I saw a photo of myself over the weekend that made me realize that I’m really into old lady fashion right now. I was wearing big prescription eye glasses, a vintage houndstooth coat and a look of disdain – something I imagine an overworked middle-aged librarian from 1995 might wear – and as I stared [...]
This is What Murmuration Feels Like
October 23, 2012
“Murmuration is a collection that is inspired by nature and refined into clean simple lines that are both modern and approachable at the same time. I find inspiration in everything from objects, such as nautiluses and feathers, lines, and textures found in nature.” Murmuration was founded by Anna-Marie, or Minkie, and is based out of [...]
Ethic/Classic: Sweater, Skinnies, Scarves & Shoes
October 9, 2012
“Everyone needs a…” There are a few classic outfits that, if in the right colors and cuts, work on everyone forever amen. It’s these outfits that make up my Fashion Arsenal, the stuff I wear when I have not a clue what to wear. I love my classic clothing, and I think everyone needs classic [...]
Raw, Natural Statement Necklaces by FriedaSophie
October 8, 2012
All of the editors at Awakened Aesthetic love druzies and natural stones – more than we love smooth, fancy cut stones – so finding FriedaSophie, a jewelry designer who loves working with raw gemstones, was really exciting for me. I can’t wait until Lindsay and Haley see this post! FriedaSophie @ Etsy Gemstones, Geodes & [...]
butter LONDON Goes Bare at NYFW SS2013
October 1, 2012
Nails have finally hit their stride, I think. The Nail Renaissance is in full effect, and thank goodness! I just got three of butter LONDON’s new fall colors in the mail today, along with a top coat! Along with being in my mailbox, butter LONDON was also all over NYFW/MBFW – naked. I mean, you [...]
Etsy Daily: Howl(ite) For You
October 1, 2012
Of course I want dangling earrings once my hair is too long for my ears to show. The above red howlite spike earrings by NatureLook are made using real, natural howlite and vintage antque copper. They’re $28 (more if you want her to use sterling silver or gold fill for the ear wires and chains) [...]
Kasadey Dawn Design: Vintage-Inspired Custom Plugs
September 24, 2012
Haley is a new editor here at AA! Mississippi born and raised, she is a recent transplant to Seattle and is hopelessly devoted to scouring thrift stores and Etsy for deals, upcycling, repurposing, supporting local business and culture, the Shins, and never paying more than $20 for anything ever. I started stretching my first [...]
Etsy Daily: Hand-Painted Halloween Scarf
September 21, 2012
Spooky! I might try to wear this Halloween-themed hand-painted silk scarf when it’s not Halloween – the colors are so pretty, and in the right moments the webbing almost looks like abstract tree branches – but it would be hard not to have that “this is for a holiday; what are you doing wearing it [...]
Clavicle of Stone
September 20, 2012
I really like wearing jewelry with earthy elements. I know this sounds really hippie/crunchy/woo-woo, but wearing stones, pressed plants or even (ethically-sourced) bones makes me feel closer to the earth, reminds me that I’m here, I’m on it, I’m in it. It’s like being barefoot every day. (Side note: I’m a firm believer that everyone [...]
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