grunge Mary-Kate

I love this girl in plaid

xxxo

all things M.I.A.: beauty, strength, the occasional joint, color, tribal patterns, and of course her signature ombré hair (she was the OG of light ends).

Google, knight cat, hardtoexplain, because i'm addicted

MK

I usually favor Ashley but lately I have really gotten into MK's style. though these are a bit old, they are some of my favorites. she utilizes color so well!

sources: Olsens Anonymous

Olsen fix

I have always been an Olsen addict, but as of late I have been jonesing more than usual. by this I mean I spend several hours backtracking Olsens Anonymous to look at paparazzi shots exhibiting their effortless style for the 2nd, 3rd, and sometimes 4th time to try and gain some inspiration for my own outfits.

which brings us to the above photo; I have found myself thinking about this specific image sporadically throughout the past couple of days (and nights--I actually decided to write this very post while I was laying in bed), scrutinizing every detail of Mary-Kate and Ashley's looks.

the twins have me captivated for several reasons. first being the certain way they wear the clothing. for example, they prefer items that are large for their tiny figures, like MK's oversized blazer; the sleeves scrunch perfectly without looking unkempt. they also have the ability to mix unexpected items without fail, like Ashley's funky ethnic headpiece combined with her classic fitted overcoat. of course, the Olsen's do have the advantage of snagging designer pieces with ease, such as dishing $715 on Mary-Kate's Louis Vuitton leopard stole (but let's be honest, if I had that kind of bank account, I would purchase the scarf without hesitation too). and who could forget the drool-worthy moon and star print from Chanel's s/s 2008 collection (which has seen the likes of every blogger's favorite fashionista Alexa Chung)? their wardrobes consist of the most desired designer duds that make all the fashion lovers swoon.

everything these girls do leaves me fiending for more and I am not ashamed to say that I have a full-blown addiction to them. afterall, admitting one's addiction is the first step to recovery.

but, do I really want to get over my almost unhealthy Olsen obsession? probably not.

MKA are at it again

Elizabeth & James a/w 2010

love the proportions in the first look. and helloooo, leather OVERALLS? yes. they have a real knack for impeccable tailoring and luxurious fabrics...god I love the Olsens.

all I want to wear is black

despite warm weather and a cheerful season, I want more BLACK.

sources: dirtyflaws, Fashion Copious, withasianstereotypes, StockholmStreetStyle, Stylesightings, Olsens Anonymous, NET-A-PORTER

Ashley

source: Olsens Anonymous

want: bleached boyfriend jeans

neeeed a pair...how can you lose with a comfort/style hybrid such as the boyfriend jeans? Ashley rocks her pair with cute little leopard flats, adorable.

online research found many bf jeans, but I want a light, light wash, almost bleached. Levi's 501 boyfriend cut jeans in dune were the most similar to the one's I have in mind.

I have a pair of actual boys jeans but I would have to do reconstruction, seen on youtube by AmakaDesigns...nothing wrong with a little DIY ;)

MK's Burberry Prorsum this year vs last year

I love her look from this year (leather gloves with jewelry over, are you serious), but her bag and pin really sold me for last years. which do you prefer?

source: Olsens Anonymous

for the Olsen addicts

I will reiterate myself once more; they are the shit.

source: Olsens Anonymous

want: shag jacket

NASTY GAL Hilary Shag jacket, so Mary-Kate

reminiscing with The Row

looks from various seasonal collections.. so inspirational. totally feeling the African theme too, or anything African for that matter. see their brillance here.