California Girls

While this photo looks like it was taken in Park City, Utah- it was actually taken while standing in line at Disney Land! I just got back from California, and it was FREEZING!!!!! I had to wear a scarf, gloves and multiple layers when at Disneyland. I was miserably cold, and so thankful that I had the supplies to keep me warm! I looked like a fish out of water, with my dark scarf, black leather coat, and black gloves and accessories. Among the crowed of brightly adorned California girls, we kind of looked like vampires. I did however, have a fabulous pair of Sunglasses- even thought it was cloudy. That should have helped me to fit in right? Also- canvas shoes are DEFIANTLY all the rage in California, so my red TOMS fit in perfectly!

While I didn't see anyone actually running around like the picture below- I was surprised by the Southern California girls stamina when it came to the cold. While I was FREEZING my buns off, and drinking hot chocolate one cup after another. They were stubbornly wearing their sandals, and their VERY short short. Tank tops, and belly shirts. I even saw one girl that was wearing her bikini, under a see through belly exposing tank top, and short shorts, that gave her to opportunity to let her bikini strings hang out . I mean COME ON! It was 50 degrees!

Like I said, there were no Katy Perry California Girls running around ( thank goodness!) however, I did realize that California girls are dedicated to their craft. In contrast to my self, a UTAH girl, who is dedicated to keeping all my fingers and toes, and mainly staying warm, and covering everything up until I reach and can maintain a certain body temp! Speaking of which, sitting here writing this post- I have three top layers on, and my fingers have gotten so cold they feel like they are no longer working properly.

Note to self: Buy fingerless gloves, so when typing about staying warm, I can actually try and stay warm.

In conclusion. I think its lame to dress like its one season, when clearly its another!!!! On that note- I'm off to make some hot chocolate and toast.

PS. I fell off the shopping bandwagon. I bought a couple of really adorable tank tops to wear on my sunny California trip. What a waste of a re-lapse! Back on the budget starting this week! (:

Day 11:Cold

I have been so busy @ work that I have forgotten 50 % of my new years resolution. While I have abstained from shopping, I have forgotten to blog about the process.

Note to self: must remember to blog about daily shopping withdrawals.

Today I wish that I was wearing something like this little gem.

But instead- it continues to be 4 degrees outside. Which means I donned a sweater- layered on a bigger sweater. With a Scarf, and knee length wool coat. Gloves...... and boots.

Dear winter. If you have to be cold...... can you invent a way that I can look fabulous in my frumpy sweaters? As if now, I'm looking a little mash potato-ish.

Love,

Little Red

Day #2

Going to work today- which means I have a limited selection of what I can wear.

Final Choice:

Dark Blue Jeans

White tee

Black Sweater Vest

Black Cardigan

Red Toms ( Shoes)

This is what I wish I was wearing today:

How cute is this belt? I don't have any little belts like this, do you? Its ac super cute way to define your waist line!

Note to self: In 58 days, go buy a little belt!

Love,

Little Red

New beginnings: Stop the Shop 2011

Photo taken on my shopping trip in Notting Hill Last Summer!

The time has come to make some New Years resolutions. Now, I don't remember taking the New Year, or any impending resolutions seriously since the 6th grade. Where I was going to " Go to practice everyday so I could make it to the Jr. Olympics" I had high expectations for myself!

This year seems different, special somehow- maybe because today is 01/01/11- seems like some kind of a sign right? Knowing that this big day was coming made me ponder some things, and together with " Mr. Little Red", a personal campaign was born.

Before I can explain my New Years Resolution/ Personal Campaign, lets take a little look into the past.

1: Shopaholic is a term used to describe individual who consider themselves as addicted to shopping.

Shopaholic can also refer to:

• A slang term for Compulsive Shopping also known as Compulsive buying disorder

2:Remember this post?

http://allen-price.blogspot.com/2009/08/fear-video-video-by-lily-allen-myspace.html

Well, I would like to say that I have changed- that I made a budget- that I did something to help save money. But I haven't. I still shop all the time!!!!!

Which brings us to the personal Campaign. Introducing......... drum roll please.....

STOP THE SHOP: 2011.

This Saying started when " Mr. Little Red" would chant the words "Stop the Shop" every time he found some shopping bags, or heaven forbid caught me walking through the door with something new! What I have decided to do in 2011- in order to help Start the "Stop the Shop" Campaign is to see how far I can stretch my closet. I am setting a goal of 60 days- without shopping for any new clothing items. I have to only use what is in my closet- which I admit, is way more than any 1 person needs. At the end of the 60 days, I will evaluate and set a new goal. Along the way, I will be posting my progress, and maybe even the outcome of the closet raiding that will be going on.

Ok- now that I have put it out there, I am ready to go! Stay posted for news.... and a lot of whining. I really do enjoy a good shopping trip, so I know I am going to go through some withdrawals. And Cheers to blogging again! I think I only posted 1 or 2 last years, and I am excited for the outlet again! NOW- tell me, what resolutions are you doing this new year?

Love,

Little Red