Motor Oil On My Manicure: Part One

I don’t have a lot of free time. Between double majoring in grad school, work, and practicum, I rarely get to have those lazy weekend days that never seem to end. However, I do try to sneak in some veg-out movie watching whenever I get the chance. Some favorites include The Graduate, All About Eve, and Rebel Without a Cause. Or anything with Michelle Williams, because she is obviously a perfect human. All joking aside, Wendy & Lucy and Blue Valentine are two movies that I adore.

But I digress- this weekend I watched It Happened One Night (1934) and Bus Stop (1956)! Have you seen them? It Happened One Night is about a spoiled heiress who has run away from home. Bus Stop is about a cowboy who falls in love with a café singer, played by Marilyn Monroe. I found it really interesting that both of these movies featured badass, yet vulnerable female leads. I took this intrigue and made it the inspiration behind a two-part fashion series!

When collaborating with Lindsay on the perfect pieces for these two looks, I told her I wanted them to look  “spoiled brat learns to change her oil.” The looks we came up with mix traditionally feminine elements with edgy accents. This one features a simple, sleek shirtdress with juxtaposing accessories. My combat boots are a favorite staple in my wardrobe, but it was fun to pair them with this ultra-feminine wide-brimmed derby hat. I think the final look is a nod the vulnerably badass movie heroines we know and love!

More photos inside! And be sure to check back tomorrow for part two!

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