Response to a Call for Submissions ;)

Hi all, 
So, remember when I posted Ingrid's picture? The adorable young lady who styled herself according to her taste, despite her Mother's, ahem, qualms. Well, as it turns out, she's not the only one...

A friend who follows the blog had a story of her own. It took some serious convincing but she finally agreed to share it! yes! :)

Here it is in her own words:

Lol I had a story...but I'm kinda shy. Anyways here it is! For my kindergarten pictures my Mom styled my hair in a way I didn't like very much... So I did just what every 5 year old would do ;) i removed whatever she did! She looked at me and said... "Ok, you figure it out now" and I did! Yes I looked funny, but I loved it! I took one of my Mother's white rose clips and put it right where my bangs were. I was determined! She looked at me, held back her laughter and said, "Let's go to school." I have pictures to prove my ummmm beautiful hairstyle :/ maybe I'll show you the picture... Ha!

 









Of course after the story, a little bit more convincing and she agreed to relinquish the photograph!! So, without further Ado, I present to you, Miss Lymarie...

Isn't she the most adorable little muffin :) This picture is significant, not just because it marks the start of her school year and entire schooling process which would eventually lead her down the pathway of studying science and see her into her vocational *breath*. This picture is significant because it is witness of her first Independent Act of Style. It is a phrase I am coining (yes, i know, presumptuous, but there it is anyway) and would like us to continue to explore here on Style File! So please keep the submissions coming.

In the meantime, Cheers to the kid inside that sees life, color, and joy in a completely different spectrum! See below the rewards of IAOS (and help me come up with a better abv please?? since International Association for Official Statistics already has that one).

 

An afternoon in Washington Square Park

Washington Square Park, NYC

Superman n Lois Lane

Green bike. Brown boots.

hmph

 Under the Arch

The acoustics were supreme under the arch. He played some beautiful Classical tunes... which the young girl interpreted in the dance ;)

Holding a little black book

Enjoying an icee

Pink bandana. Red boots.

Green and white and lines

Whilst Walking

These are not yet with the new camera...those will be coming soon :D

 

 

 

 

Since the Cold Weather Refuses to Give...

Seriously. Where is Spring?!! lol. I've been waiting for MONTHS (we all have here in the northeast!) but the tease days we've had recently are enough to set. it. off.  Argh.
*sigh* Well, here are some vintage fur coats styled by some warm New Yorkers and pictures of buildings made by the talents of which no longer exist.

Grand Central Terminal, NYC                                                

The building across the street from Grand Central Terminal

The elevator

Ceiling

How utilitarian

Say, Ahhh....

This coat she's had for "years and years" is also reverse-able

A CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS :)

Hi people,

Sorry I haven't posted. I've been saving up for a camera...and my moment has finally arrived! :D All the photos I've taken and posted on this blog have been with my trusty, though simple, Canon Powershot. I've been researching for months (special thanks to Kirsten Major who helped me with a bunch of tips). I almost got the Canon Rebel because of the quality, price range, and viewfinder but the quality, responsiveness and the micro four thirds technology (and lighter weight) of the Olympus PEN won me over. yayayayayayayayayaya!

****Ahhh, love. Spring is in the air <3***  I'm so thrilled about my long awaited beauty! ;) Thanks to those of you who contributed through bday love gifts.

And, in the spirit of youth and joyfulness, I present to you the inimitable Ingrid:

Upper West Side, 79th and Bway

What a killer smile too!

Her Mother explained to me that she would be very pleased to have her picture taken, especially since she'd decided (utterly against her Mother's wishes) to wear that particular ensemble. Can you remember a moment like this in your life?

On my birthday with a bunch of friends gathered around the dinner table, in the vein of getting older, we discussed the moment we sensed a perfect formation of "grown-up-ness," of autonomy, and personhood.

My good friend told the story of when he was 14 years old in need of a new pair of school uniform pants. His parents had already purchased his uniforms in the beginning of the year, but my dear 6-foot-something friend, who was going through a serious growth spurt at the time, did not appreciate the "flood pant look." He considered it carefully and made a detailed petition to his parents (you must know, he's an architect and good with plans) to have new pants purchased.

No. They said unequivocally, "No."

He then took it upon himself to save up his money, find a tailor, fit for, and purchase the pants. This took some weeks. When, at long last, he came around wearing the pants and his parents saw what he had done of his own accord they made no mention ...and no reprimand. That's when it happened. In that moment his sense of self presented as unequivocally as had been his beloved parents' "NO's." 

I think many of us have these kinds of stories. I would so love to hear them and post them!! What do you think?? Please write me so we can share them :) 

In the meantime, may i point out the matching rainbow on the t-shirt and rainbow socks on Mademoiselle Ingrid? Her Mom told me she selected the fashion jacket under the bomber. (Ingrid, I hope this day and fashion conversation with your Mother was part of your story of personhood and sense of self, too! Much love to you!).
xo, Jacqueline

Mini Post

Upper East Side, Manhattan

Starting off today's post with a little 'TUDE.
These two are the Leitch sisters. They visit the blog often so I'll be giving them a "tag."

Take note of how these two lovely ladies rock the same skirt in different ways.

Casual

60 POSTS!

As of my last entry (thanks to rogue instant message communication photo-nabbing) I've reached my 60th blog post! Yay.

Patrick is here to celebrate!

Actually, I remembered I had these shots of his impeccable ensemble from a few weeks ago that I hadn't posted them yet. As noted by the ash cross on his forehead it was Ash Wednesday.

I love the contented look on his face! He's always a gentleman and tolerates my Paparazzi-ing ;)

Of note, beside the wonderful attitude: gloves in pocket, the fold and tuck of the scarf, and the unbuttoned button.

Pumpkin-coloured pants!!

This is part of what makes the outfit so lovely: all the textures. Also, notice the theme of unbuttoned buttons on the wrist. I ought to ask him about this...