All Black Everything: A Miranda Kerr Inspired Look

Late last week I spent a solid 2 hours on E! Online's Big Picture gallery. This gallery is a collection of newly updated photos of celebrities being... well, normal. Most of the time, I'm looking at the gallery to see what celeb are wearing and where they are going. (Yep, I feed into the whole pop culture celebrity obsessed.)

This week I found a photo of Miranda Kerr. I consistently looooove her day to day looks. Plus, she is absolutely gorgeous! Her look is very classic pieces but with an edge. She seems to love a good coat, and a dash of the unexpected like a leopard ballet flat. She doesn't tend to over accessorize but her accessories do make (or break) her looks. You could say she is a style icon for me...I go as far as saying an inspiration, for sure.

I took one of the images I found and did a bit of interpretation with some items in my closet. It was a step outside of what I usually wear, a big heaping brave step, but a fun one!

The image of inspiration:

 

 

My interpretation:

 



 



I'm fairly certain I spent far less money on my outfit than Miss Kerr. I love the fringe on her jacket and her long black dress. I used my black skirt and a black shirt tucked in to recreate the feel of her dress.. The black jacket is from Old Navy (I spent $13.00 on it; the black one is sold out online. I thought I would link it anyway!); Skirt, bag (reviewed here) and scarf (and the boots in the black color that you can't see...) are all Target finds from over the years. And the lipstick is Revlon Colorburst matte balm in Striking, which you can get at any drugstore.

 

This was definitely a different look that I usually do. In fact, I can't remember the last time I wore all black. Actually, I think I was a fourth grader and about to be in a play about Greek mythology and all black was our required costume.

 

I spent the afternoon at Barnes and Noble. It was an interesting day well spent. And by spent, I truly mean spent. I do not need to go book shopping for quite some time.

 

 

 

I hope you have all had a wonderful week. And that, with the right inspiration, you can break your own rules!!

 

Yours xx

Blogtober Day 8 & 9: Social Me-dia & What Haley Wore

Yesterday was one of those days where standing up was a struggle. Hair up, glasses on, and I fell asleep in front of my laptop - mid-post. Adult nap time was needed. Therefore, a post was not made. I know, no excuses. This was your idea to blog everyday.  As you can probably tell, the voices in my head have high expectations and yet, love to sleep. Constant battle. Today is a new day -- let's begin, shall we?

October 8: Discuss ways that blogging or social media has changed you.

Social media hasn't changed me. It has altered my lifestyle completely. It may just be me and my social media obsessed universe but I can't go a conversation without talking or discussing something from social media. Most of my news, my ideas, and my friendships are shared on social media. I recently moved away from my friends and family. The majority of the ways I get in touch with them or keep up on life happens is through social media. I could go on and on but it might be rambling and you know how FUN that is? (Jokes.)

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Blogging (consistently) is a new thing for me. I actually started this blog in my Sophomore year of college. It was called Poppie Cult -- A pop culture blog. I would talk about news and other pop culture type things. If you look hard enough, you might be able to find some of these posts... It became The Hemline last November. I enjoy Fashion -- talking about it, looking at it, studying it, giving advice on it. Friends constantly were asking for help picking out outfits, shopping and all that jazz. I decided let's marry my two favorite things: Fashion, and writing. As you can tell, The Hemline has evolved quite a bit since then. Yes, we still talk fashion on here, but we talk about a lot more too. Life is part of fashion so, obviously, we can talk about it. 

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Blogging and Social Media have become major components in who I am and how I communicate. Crazy to think several years ago -- no one knew what Twitter was and I was that weird-o college freshman tweeting about her life. Still that weird-o, just with more followers...

October 9: A self portrait

I figured What Haley Wore... would be a bit more exciting for all of you than a self portrait, which would be me on my phone drinking coffee. Still valid.


This is my Taylor Swift inspired look. Taylor has been seen where crew neck sweaters with different statements including a fox, a bottle of Chanel No 5 and, my personal favorite, is the sweater she wore in her 22 video. She usually wears skinny dark wash denim, oxfords and her briefcase bag slung off one shoulder. I did my very best to recreate the look...now I just need a record deal.

Sweater: Old Navy

I purchased this sweater in August. It is an understatement just how excited I was to wear it. To me, this sweater is perfect. It is super slouchy and long; a person could pair it with leggings, if they so wanted. I will (probably) stick with jeans. My bag is one I lusted over since I saw the online images of the 3.1 Phillip Lim line on Target.com so when it came into the store I HAD to snatch it up! The sides have zippers, as well, to add, what I'm calling, wings to the bag. The black and gold detailing goes with most of my outfits I wear on a regular basis. Plus it fits all my daily necessities like a planner, my book I'm currently reading, my glasses, wallet..the list goes on.

Sweater: Target Mossimo Black; Bag: Phillip Lim for Target

Last weekend was my College homecoming - first year as an Alumni! My bestie and I went to the parade -- this is our really cold faces with our coffees. 

Yours xx 

What I Wore: A Summer Selection

When traveling bring all you favorite pieces! All of them!!

Disclaimer: A collection of mirror selfies await you.

Yea, I wore the black pants again. What are you going to do about it?? I love them. While the weather has been less than summer, jeans are still appropriate. This polka dot shirt has seen so many days. I'm constantly wearing it and pairing it with different accessories. It was chilly and I turned to my trusty denim jacket. The necklace, seen on this post in both cream and mint, can be found online in cream, pink and black.

If you follow me on Instagram, you've seen this guy: the awesomely amazing peach blazer from Herbergers, now on clearance! I cuffed up the sleeves making it more casual and not so business. Black pocket tee from Target, skinny jeans from Old Navy and the cream version of the previous necklace made this outfit perfect to do a bit of shopping in.

I know, denim on denim. I swore to myself that I would never. But I did. I'm sorry. I even did a bit of a Pinterest searching to make sure I was doing this look okay. The dark jeans and lighter wash shirt seemed to be the common thread throughout all my denim on denim searching. So, I tried it and it seemed to work. 

Ahhh summer time dresses!! I've previously professed my love of dresses so I thought I would wear my favorite spring/summer navy dress (couldn't find exact but I linked the Old Navy summer dresses above) with the mint necklace. Plus, it was nice and warm this day. YAY for summer...finally.

I'm on a blogging spree this week! Wee! 

Yours xx

Disclaimer: Everything mentioned above was purchased with my own money and all opinions are mine. This is NOT a sponsored blog post. You're beautiful.

Every day in May... + What I Wore: Last week of School

There is a blog challenge for May started by the lovely Jenni, from Story of My Life, challenging bloggers to blog everyday in May. I would love to partake but, um, May's going to be a bit ridiculous for me (MAYbe I will complete all the prompts in July but with a Hemline twist, who knows) so I've decided that instead of doing the prompts everyday, each week I will complete the prompts in one post.

There are no rules for the prompts. They can be interpreted however the blogger feels. So, away we go...

Day 1: The Story of your life in 250 words or less.

I suck at describing myself or my life. So, I'm letting a poem I wrote in Creative Writing do it for me. We had 15 or so questions to answer about ourselves (parents, character traits, favorite word/celebrity/place/phrase), as well as brands we would endorse without being paid, a striking image, a question, annoyance, and something you wish you could have but can't due to unforeseen changes. Damn I miss Diet Cherry Vanilla Dr. Pepper! I think I had it like everyday during junior high. Without further ado...Table for 1

A pregnant woman sits alone at the bar,

I wonder if she notices me, a bystander in her world.

Silly, fuse toed, daughter of Joe and Tami, once McVay,

lover of London, fan of Jennifer Lawrence, me.

Literally, living the dream & loving it.

I want to skip towards her in my TOMs, like her child will,

plop down on the stool next to her, and ask:

What came first: the bagel or the donut?

Instead, I slyly snap a picture with my phone, share it, tweeting:

“Pregnant woman at a bar—I wonder what she ordered? #water”

Gum-smacking, knuckle cracking Waitress startles me:

I lust for a Diet Cherry Vanilla Dr. Pepper, but settle for a “Diet Coke, please.”

Day 2: Educate us on something you know a lot about or are good at. Take any approach you'd like (serious and educational or funny and sarcastic)

Something-Nothing Days

I would like to take this time to educate you all on how to do nothing for an entire day while still doing something. I have spent many a day, wrapped up in a blanket, reading or watching copious amounts of Netflix. I'd say I'm quite the expert. You will need a space that is private (ie bedroom, TV room, living room, etc) where you can spread about 3-5 pillows, creating a sort-of headboard to lean against. Keeping, at least one pillow to the right or left of you to place your computer (portable DVD player, what-have-you) to watch your television selections. I prefer computer do take the occasionally Facebook-Twitter-Pinterest break. Feel free, if not located in your bed, to take the comforter/duvet with you to your location. Comfort is very much important.

Now most would say snacks would be the next important item but I will argue that hydration is key. I like to begin my something-nothing days with a bit of tea, or coffee. Then proceed quickly to lemonade (summer/spring) or hot tea (fall/winter). But, pro-tip number one, always keep water near, especially in a container with a lid and straw. Nobody likes to attempt to drink water out of a bottle and, SPLAT, all over your shirt. Awful. (First world problem? Yeah, I think so). 

Show selection... this is the perfect time to go through that Netflix Instant Queue and starting watching one of the 19 shows you've placed in there. My recommendations vary from Classics (to me) Gilmore Girls (many a Christmas break spent with my favorite Girls); One Tree Hill (remember: there is only one); Gossip Girl (if you have a flair for the dramatic and fashionable); or if you are feeling particularly nerdy: Dr. Who. My current obsession: Mad Men (Don Draper...*swoon*). And books, c'mon now, you can't go wrong with any choice but Harry Potter (shocking...) always keep me comforted on these something-nothing days.

(I'm skipping Day 3: something that makes you uncomfortable)....

Day 4: Favorite quote

I've got two. Both are very self-explanatory as to why they are my favorite. My first is Dumbledore's speech to Harry in King's Cross during the final book. 

Help will always be given at Hogwarts, Harry, to those who ask for it. I've always prized myself on my ability to turn a phrase. Words are, in my not so humble opinion, our most inexhaustible source of magic, capable of both inflicting injury and remedying it. But I would, in this case, amend my original statement to this: Help will always be given at Hogwarts to those who deserve it. Do not pity the dead, Harry. Pity the living, and above all, all those who live without love.

And my second favorite is widely misquoted as being said by Nelson Mandela. It is a (paraphrased) poem by Marianne Williamson.

Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We were all meant to shine as children do. It is not just in some of us, its in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.

Day 5: Publicly profess your love and devotion for one of your friends/family member.

I really hope that you, yes, you the one reading this, knows that you are loved. I want you to know that I love you. I think you are beautiful, and smart. You bring light into my world. You are cherished. You were born with the ability and purpose to change someone's world. So, I, Haley, publicly profess my love to you, my reader. 

Day 6: If you couldn't answer with your job, how would you answer the question: "What do you do?"

My goal in life is to inspire and to be inspired. So, that's what I do. 

Day 7: The thing you are most afraid of.

Failure. But aren't we all?

Annnnnd the Hemline twist? "What I Wore: Last week of School"

Oh the last week of actual class during my undergraduate career! What is one to wear! I wore my black skinny jeans from Sears, black tuxedo flats from Target, "leather" jacket also from Target, and a Mint knit sweater from JcPenney. My black bag in from Urban Outfitters and tree necklace from, you guessed it, Target.

I loved this outfit. It was perfectly spring sweater and by adding the jacket, I could wear it during the not-so-spring welcome. I can't wait to wear it more during the summer!!

Again this semester my university held the Jazz Swing Dance. I wore a dress from Karisma. It was on super-sale, like $10 I believe, which it just too good to pass up!! My shoes are from Herberger's about two years ago. They have gotten their wear. I love the colors of this look! And yes, I did dance the night away! Curious what I wore last semester?? Holiday Party + Jazz Swing Dance

Check out my graduation gift to myself?? Oh yea, a reusable Starbucks cup. Best. Purchase. Ever. This was my actual last day of college outfit. Scarf  was a gift but it is from The Buckle and my sunglasses are from Old Navy. 

Yours xx

2 for the 1

Who doesn't love a good deal? Today, I've got a 2 for 1 fashion special for you!

Find them HERE!

First, TOMS. If you haven't heard of TOMS do yourself a favor and familiarize yourself with the one for one movement. For each pair of shoes purchased, TOMS gives a pair to a child in need. We've all got a TOMS story. If you are anything like me, you've got several TOMS stories. I can't wait to embark on my next story with these babies.

       

Second, Christmas break is almost over (insert sad face), but before I head back into the daily grind, I'd share my all time favorite lounge outfit, complete with accessories.

Everything is better in a Chunky Knit Sweater (Here). I said I was on the hunt for a black bag, and several fell into my lap in consecutive days; this is the first.  I've finished this lounge outfit with a beaded necklace (thrifted) and a maroon pair of tuxedo flats.

As of next week changes will be made to my blog. Don't worry, all will be for the positive...well, I hope.

Happy New Year! YAY 2013!