Wardrobe Staples Follow-Up

Recently I posted this long-winded post about how there's all this stuff I need, especially winter stuff. Now I can check one or two off that list and I am so glad.
I ordered two wool skirts, a gray one and a light brown one. Warm and neutral and should last me a long time.
The best part is that they were a steal. Compared to most wool skirts out there. I could hardly find any for under $70. That kind of money is just not in the budget right now. I found these skirts, the perfect skirts, on Etsy (from this seller)! It's usually not the first place I think to look, but every time I do look, I am so pleasantly surprised. Cocktail ring - check; Wool skirts - check; Knit beret - check. All hand made and very reasonably priced (so far I have only bought those skirts for myself and a ring for my mom for x-mas).

Winter

Winter is definitely here. Sunday gave us below zero temperatures. I think that may have been my first experience with that kind of cold.
I also live in a very dry climate and it feels worse when it is that cold. I hate dry skin. It bothers me every winter and I never feel like I really conquer it. This year, I found something that works like nothing else ever has.
I made a paste of olive oil and salt and I scrub down in the shower. It is amazing. Better than any product I've ever bought. I don't even need much lotion afterward. It scrubs off the dead skin and instantly moisturizes. I am babysoft. I think the natural olive oil absorbs much better into my skin than petroleum-based lotions so the moisture lasts longer. Something I always keep in the house and pretty budget-friendly!

There's Always Something

There's always something to want (or need, depending on your perspective). I suppose that is one reason I have this blog. To write about the wants and needs and just sort of get it out of my system so I wouldn't think about it too much. And also just to post pretty things I like I guess.
When I gave the curious loved ones ideas of what I could use for Christmas, I was done at that time. I had just gone major shopping recently and got a few new tops, pants, and even a rug for my living room. So at that time I felt like there really wasn't much that I needed or even wanted. So I came up with a few things I liked, a few affordable little things. Lip gloss, gel blush, a necklace (under $30), oh I don't know.

But now that winter is here, I keep thinking of stuff I should have asked for instead. Some of those warm essentials that I posted a few posts ago. Some warmer skirts, woolly socks, cashmere, a new coat. I just keep thinking of things. It's terrible and I hate that I am so materialistic. I wasn't always this way. I think part of it is that I really can't buy things unless we need them. And even then we can't afford some things. I mentioned that my puffy jacket is no longer puffy and warm because it was low quality to begin with. But I really don't think we could afford to get me a new puffy down jacket. If it's beyond the basic food and shelter and car maintenance, we really cannot justify it.
Another part of my problem is that I have too much time on my hands. Time to care about fashion and cute things. I am done with school and I finished the internship I was doing and I'm in that awkward in between stage where I don't feel like I can get a job and then immediately ask for ten days off at Christmas time (we are spending a long time at my in-laws this year).

Anyway, that has sort of been on my mind for a while. Especially at this time of year when I am reminded of my faith and the real things that I believe in at Christmas time. I know I have been given and blessed with so much. I know we are lucky to have enough for our needs. We are lucky that my husband does have a good job and that he is able to work during law school. I am grateful that we are even able to travel to see our families at Christmas this year. Heck, I am just grateful that we have happy family relationships.

Perhaps I am Showing My Age with This

As in, too young to not be annoyed by it... But I actually kind of like it. It got me curious about what the stuff smells like, at least. It immediately caught my eye. Although, doesn't it seem a little early to be showcasing a lovely, spring-y feel? The holidays are not quite finished.

I'm Sure You Already Know, But Just in Case You Don't

Old Navy has cashmere now! I have not seen/felt it in person, so I cannot tell you about the quality or softness. But for $69.50 (and on sale this weekend!), it is worth a look. I seriously want some cashmere and this may be a good start for me, on our law student budget.

Wardrobe Staples

Lately, I have been getting mildly obsessed with essential, timeless pieces. I am starting to feel like I have gaping wholes in my wardrobe. And since it is getting cold, most of the items I think I need are cold-weather items.
I don't have any great sweaters that will last forever. I don't have any cashmere!! How can I not have any cashmere? I really want a few cashmere sweaters in neutral colors and a few in pretty colors. Black, gray, white, pink, teal, plum. Neutrals will always stand the test of time and colors will brighten up those days of winter when you are soo ready for it to be over and everything around you seems gray or white or brown. I know this seems to go without saying, but it was something I had to learn - always buy colors that flatter your skin tone, regardless of what is in style or how cute the cut is.

Anyway, I also need tweed skirts in neutral colors, to pair with sweaters and blouses in pretty colors. One of my problems is that I grew up in Arizona and now I live in the mountain west. So, in Arizona I didn't need all these winter wardrobe basics and in college, I rarely went shopping and even if I did, I knew nothing about winter wardrobe staples (yes, it's true - moving to a snowy climate does not automatically teach you what you need to wear to survive the snow). I got a down jacket when my dad took me up to college freshman year, but it was . . . less than cute. Back then, I didn't know what was flattering or that a winter jacket could even be cute and flattering. When I went to France for a semester abroad, I bought a cute jacket there, but it was about 9 euros and not the highest quality. Now, three years later, I am realizing it is time to retire that one because the polyester fill has gotten thin and flat and it no longer insulates well.

So, since I just love to look at things, I made collages of the things I need to fill out my winter wardrobe.




This actually makes me kind of excited for winter!

Wishlist Item #287

Months ago, I fell in love with a bracelet at Nordstrom Rack. It was delicate and lovely and I didn't know where else I could find it so I didn't bother asking for it for Christmas. I went back a few weeks later and it was still there.
Last night my husband was asking me to give him ideas for Christmas that I hadn't told everyone else (I'm pretty sure my parents and his parents got the same list/collage). I had a hard time thinking of anything, mainly because I know that our budget is very very tight. (Kicking myself for putting the cheap and/or moderately priced items on my list that went out to the fams and keeping the expensive stuff in my head)

Eventually, I thought of this bracelet that i had admired many moons ago. I told him about it late at night after he was home. He said that he actually went to N. Rack to look for it in the last week or two but it was not there. *tear* But he also wasn't entirely sure if he remembered what it looked like.
So now it is on my mind and I felt I should post it on here as a sort "getting it out into the universe" thing...
I found one online that looks very much like (if not exactly like) the one I loved at Nordstrom Rack.
Isn't it so pretty?

Because I Want to Stay Pale and Glossy Forever

I just bought this.
I had been wanting a lip gloss with SPF protection for a while and this was a pretty good price. And it's Neutrogena so I was pretty sure it would be nice and moisturizing. It is a little sticky but it's still pretty nice. There are colors that have a bit more shimmer to them, if that's your thing. I like it sometimes, but I chose to go shine-not-shimmer with this one. I still have my eye on MAC's tinted lip conditioner with SPF. Here's hoping it shows up in my stocking this Christmas.

Not Today, But Someday

When I am pregnant, I would like to invest in something like this.

Especially if I am pregnant in the winter... It looks cozy, soft, comfortable, chic. Most of all, it seems like something that could "grow with me" and do a good job minimizing the belly. But let's be realistic. I know there is no miracle article of clothing that will make me look like I'm not pregnant when I am 3 weeks away from delivering. But these seem a little cuter than just sweats and college hoodies. With the deep V neck, you can wear a pretty color underneath and feel slenderized by the black, without feeling like you have to say good-bye to bright colors altogether.

A Rule

I keep thinking about that teal coat I posted here a while back. I keep wanting it. So, the other day I thought I would check to see when I originally posted it, lusting after it. I told myself that unless it had been at least two weeks, I couldn't justify buying it (or asking Santa for it). When I checked, it had been three weeks.
Three weeks and still wanting. I would say that's a pretty good rule. Although I am starting to wonder if maybe I will feel dumb after the colorful coat trend passes... Will I someday be embarrassed that I have a turquoise coat? Will it become the acid washed, elastic cuffed jeans of tomorrow?
I am not sure. But today I was playing around and I made this. Here is that coat, with that purse, with jeans and boots that I already have. *sigh*

Eureka

I think I may have found my new purse. It might be perfect. I am still deliberating, but chances are, this will be the one.
I decided to stay with neutrals for my handbag because I am really into colorful clothes and coats right now. My purse needs to be versatile.
What do you think? Does it look old lady-ish? I kind of think the grommets help keep it fresh. And the slight slouchiness and the stitching...I think it is a good fit for me.

Something Else I Wish I Hadn't Seen

This is an unfortunate picture. I mean, unless you want to go out dressed like a bowl of oatmeal, why wouldn't you add some color to this?? That is one of the great things about this blazer - it goes with everything! Not just other beiges.
Anyway, that very picture may be why it hasn't sold so well and why it is on a huge discount right now. I kind of wish I hadn't seen that it was on sale because my money is very budgeted right now. I hardly have enough to buy everyone Christmas presents.
So, right now all I can do is dream. Well, I guess that's what this blog is for.

Cozy Up

I really like these throw blankets from Pottery Barn. I am amazed at how real they look. Imagine cozying up with one of these on a snowy day. Of course, we can't afford one right now. And my dog would probably get into a fight with it.

You Better Put on That Party Dress

OK, so to tell the honest truth, I really have no need for a party dress at this point in my life. But oh, how I would love to have one. Not only that, I would love to be invited to or host a holiday party that required a beautiful party dress.
I was going to Banana Republic to check out some of their jewelry and on the first page of the women's category, I saw this.
Sweet mother of pearl. Immediately I thought, "I might need this". EVEN THOUGH I have really been craving a lovely shade of emerald, with gold and black accessories.... mmm. Purple might just be the right thing to stand out amongst all the red and green at the holidays.

However,

I went to the dresses section, scrolled down a bit and saw this.
Caribbean forest. Granted, it's not quite the "emerald" shade I was imagining, but it is very lovely. And actually, the slight muted-ness of it is kind of nice.

You thought that was the end? I scrolled down further and saw this.
Oh, BR. Why do you have to do this to me? Make this beautifully-cut dress in a pretty satin fabric in 3 different colors that I could love.
I'll get back to you about the jewelry... yeah... still drooling.

I'm Reaching a Point

I have begun dreaming about hanging out with people. Like, not day-dreaming/wishful thinking. My subconscious, when I sleep - I am having dreams about socializing with people. One night, Michael Phelps was there, believe it or not. And yes, he was fully clothed. Another time, I dreamed I was hanging out with some people from my high school, whom I really haven't spoken to in ages.
I am a widow to my husband's law program. Did I mention this already? Hmmm... Well, he works during the day and goes to school at night. So I am bored and lonely. Anytime I get a chance to hang out with him, I talk his ear off. I cannot stop chatting. I just go most days without saying much to anyone.
Today I spent some time with a few girls and was surprised by how much I talked, especially for having met one girl once, one girl twice, and the other never before.

Visual

I love seeing things visually. This year for Christmas, I decided to organize the things I want/need in a sort of collage. I had so much fun doing it that I decided to make one for my husband too. His parents always ask what we want for Christmas and we never really know what to tell them. So this time, I am prepared. Immature, I suppose. But we probably won't end up asking for all of these things. It is just so fun to look at!

Here's mine.

Here's his. Honestly, I kind of wish all my loved ones would do this for me!

La Vie en Rose

Yesterday as I was driving home from work, everything was so beautiful and almost rosy tinted. Dusk was gradually falling, the moon was high and full, the sky was pinkish-gray, with streaks of blue-gray clouds. Even the bare brown trees looked rosy. I was listening to Rogue Wave - Out of the Shadow and everything was so lovely and I was nearly brought to tears.
I started to think, "Is this really my life? Do I really live in a place this awesome?" And I started thinking about my husband and my dog and everything was perfect. This is going to be the best winter of my life, I thought.

Why, Yes I Have!

In response to the question: "Have you gained weight?"
I know. Not something you would like to hear or say. But I am trying to accept it and be OK with it. You see, it has been a struggle to get myself to gain some much-needed weight. I guess I'll just be honest about it - the day before my wedding, I was about 104 pounds. I am 5' 7". I am emerging from a period of my life spent under a cloud. I was depressed. Really depressed. And I also struggled with body image and weight issues. I have always been thin but when I graduated from high school, at my fighting weight and in great shape, I hung around 112-115. I had no issues back then. I am not entirely sure how this happened, but the depression I link to birth control pills. They may not be wholly to blame, but there is evidence out there and women who claim that it makes them depressed. Perhaps I am prone to it because my mother has taken anti-depressants for awhile.
I am very happy with my marriage and I have a good relationship with my husband, but I will say that college was less fun once I got married, so maybe that had something to do with it. In college, you are surrounded by friends and parties all the time. But when you get married, you live one person - a boy. No girlfriends to stay up late chatting or make complete idiots of yourself and laugh about it later. It's an adjustment, to say the least.
Anyway, I think I am better now for the most part. I mean, of course I still have "those days" but everyone does and I am more on track with what normal people feel, I think.

Last night at a friend's house, I weighed myself and I am 115. I will need to watch it a bit to stay here but I am telling myself that this is a good place to be, on the scale.

Once Upon a Time

I said in my last post that I had just undergone a sort of fashion overhaul. I was hesitant to post this, but this is my "honest" blog. Plus, I have basically no readership yet.

So, anyway, I used to dress badly. I mean, there were times that I would dress up and look nice and fairly put-together. But I still didn't really have good style, if any at all. I was like a really bad episode of What Not to Wear, and by "really bad" I mean that it was just NEVER. ENDING. I didn't have Stacy and Clinton to snap some sense into me. Until one day, when I did. I started watching the show this summer and soon became addicted.

Anyway, let's not go into detail about how many hours I have spent learning about style in a short amount of time. But it was about time. I started to realize that I was done with college and couldn't get away with wearing jeans and hoodies and t-shirts all the time.

So let's look back at an outfit that used to be quite common for me.

This would often be worn with an over sized boys' track jacket and perhaps a rolled bandanna on my wild curls, when it was short. Oh, and my go-with-everything shoe (of the past) - my standby black Etnies skate shoe. Those pants were about 3 sizes too big. I never knew what size I was. And I always thought wearing pants that "fit" were going to be uncomfortable. Just, FYI -- they are not. All I can say is I must have had a heck of a personality because I really never had trouble finding guys that enjoyed being with me. This is the girl my husband fell in love with.
Let me add that once I got engaged, my husband started to gently encourage my wearing clothes that fit and looked a little nicer. And no, I did not get offended.

So, here's what I wore the other day. I wore the pants with a different shirt to work, but then I got this new shirt in the mail so I wore it to a friend's baby shower that night.

Tweed pants, gold ballet flats. Um yeah. Different. I am not sure if my legs are really as big as they look in this picture. At first I thought it must just be the angle, but maybe I have gained weight (my husband and I don't have a scale). Oh well. That's irrelevant.

"Thirty, Flirty, and Thriving"

Sometimes I can't wait to grow up. OK, I'll admit my age. I'm 22. Sometimes I stress about getting old and how I will never look this good again and I'm going to get fat and wrinkly, etc. But it seems like lately, age isn't what it used to be. People are even going so far as to say "40 is the new 20". I kind of want to believe that.
There are some things that I look forward to about getting older. I sometimes feel like I don't get as much respect or people don't take me seriously because of my age. But more than that, I think there's a sense of self that comes with age. A certain wisdom and comfort in your own skin.

I go through identity crises regularly and I hope that as I get older, those will eventually diminish and perhaps disappear altogether. I don't know how to pinpoint myself. What defines me? Part of me has always liked being a little eclectic, hard to pigeon-hole and unpredictable. I suppose I will always enjoy being a little unpredictable. It's a sign of well-roundedness, right? And the feminine mystique . . .

What I hope happens is that I feel comfortable and confident in my thirties. Come into my own, really know who I am and what I like. My style has undergone a major overhaul and I am reinventing myself a little this year. Just working towards the "knowing who I am" stage in life, I guess. Let's just hope I can age gracefully (heck, I have eschewed the sun enough! It better pay off).

Remember When. . .

A while back, I posted a ring that I saw and loved. It was way out of my price range and I didn't even feel like I could ask for it for Christmas. It's the kind of frivolous, fabulous, huge cocktail ring that I had never worn before and couldn't justify the $140 price tag (even if someone else was doing the buying).

This past weekend, I decided to take a gander at Etsy to see what kind of cocktail rings people have. I am not yet a frequenter of Etsy because I just don't think of it and haven't gotten familiar with the system or favorite sellers, etc. I don't usually know what to look for.

I was so happy to see that they have some delightful cocktail rings, made by hand, and for some very good prices! They are the kind of thing that I could wear more often than the real-deal Swarovski ring. I am in love. Christmas is coming. . .

Wow, Payless?

It's amazing the things you find when you open your mind to the possibility of PVC. I will admit, I have not been in a Payless for years. I kind of forgot they existed. It was the place my mom would take us to get shoes because we outgrew them faster than they could have possibly worn out. I'm really not that much of a snob, I just... I don't know how to explain. Maybe I am a snob.

But, my husband is in law school and our money has reached a new level "tightness". So I can't afford to be snobby.

Another Dream (What Else is New?)

It is my dream someday to have an "escape home". I don't know why, because I never had one growing up in my family. My dad has always loved boats (a house boat is one of his dreams). I would much rather have an actual little house somewhere. I change the place all the time in my mind. Sometimes it is in France (I studied French in college and studied abroad there - huge francophile, here), some days it's the English countryside (my husband is a complete anglophile). Sometimes it's Costa Rica, where we went on our Honeymoon.

Wouldn't that be absolutely lovely, though? To have a place where you go to really relax and get away (anytime you want) and where you can indulge a different side of your design style. A special place that can hopefully be passed down for generations. I went to a bachelorette party at a cabin in Tahoe that was originally purchased by a girl's grandparents in the 40s (for a lot cheaper back then!).

It may never happen, but it is a nice dream. Where is your ideal escape home?

It Would Be Easy to Go Overboard

I found all these great purses at Target online tonight. I'm trying to keep an open mind about PVC.

By the way, I saw the two clutches in the bottom right corner in person at Target. I must say I was surprised by how much I liked them. I've always thought that I just couldn't do a purse that can't be slung over my shoulder. But these clutches are kind of the "large clutch" that I've seen people like the Olsen twins carrying around. So slim, yet surprisingly roomy inside. I may have to go back and snag one!

I am Getting Obsessed

I grew up in a warm climate. The winters never dipped below about 37 - at night. And even then it was big news the next day. Like, "My car had frost on the corner of the windshield this morning!!".
I went to college and now live in a place that gets snow. For a while I thought I hated snow, but now I don't think I can ever give it up. Coats and cute fall/winter clothes are just too worth it!

I am really into all these saturated jewel tones and I love colorful coats. Here is one I am currently dreaming about. Too bad these are going like hot cakes because of the ludicrous sale.

Don't You Love This?

I Need Help

I really need a new handbag. I tried entering Handbag Planet's contest a couple weeks ago but that did not work out.
You can see my current purse up in the header. Yep, that's it in the background. It's not a bad purse, it's just getting kind of old and I use it for everything. Take it everywhere with me.
The other thing is that when my in-laws came to visit for my graduation, I noticed that my mother-in-law had a disturbingly similar one.
But wait, there's more. When I went on vacay with my family, we made a visit to my grandmother. As we were getting ready to leave, my mom said "Wait, is that your purse over there on the table?".
"No, I have mine right here," says I.
"Oh, well it looks just like it!" Says my mother. Really, what woman says such a thing? "Your purse looks like your grandma's old beige, go-everywhere handbag".

It's time for something new. I really like genuine leather and I also need something versatile. I suppose I could keep my old one (not completely retire it) so I could go for something slightly more edgy and/or fun.
I was sort of looking to downsize a bit (mostly b/c I know once I have kids I will need to resort to the giant tote to schlep all the kid/baby stuff.

Don't Go Out Partially Dressed

I really like nice-looking nails. When I was in junior high, I started to do my own French manicures. This started because when a girl gets to about that age, relatives don't often know what to give as gifts. So I got a lot of nail stuff. I became really good at doing my own French tips. Every weekend, I did the warm water soak, cuticle cream/cuticle pushing & removing, buffing, filing, painting, then of course, moisturizing. It was soothing to me.

I don't really remember how long this went on, if I did it regularly in high school or not. I know that by college I rarely did it. At my current phase in life, nails are still something I notice. I just love a good manicure. I prefer to do them myself (if I can find the time) because I've never found a salon that shapes my nails the way I like them.

Since the French manicure is sort of passe, but I have never been able to pull off dark nails, I am starting to embrace the "nude" trend. I think I found a good shade for me. I just bought it last week at Target. It's this new Essie brand that I'm sure you've heard about by now. No? Well, here's the site. I bought "Adore-a-Ball" and at first I wasn't so sure about it. But now, I love it. I am sure you can find your own perfect shade, as they have about a thousand variations on the pale pinky-nude and a lot of really nice fall dark shades too. And fun shades for summer.

Seriously, you cannot put on your gorgeous new outfit or holiday party dress and have raggedy nails. These days with the trend of "natural" as opposed to acrylic nails, and short nails as opposed to long ones, anyone's nails can look great and be trendy.

Oh, one more thing. I use this product to help remove cuticles. Melissa the Mouth recommended this one.

Advertising

Has anyone else noticed (besides the {obnoxious} flood of political commercials) that since the popularity explosion of The Office, there have been tons of new office-themed commercials. I've seen one for a fast-food chain, microwave pasta, I can't recall what else. I'm not making a very strong case, I guess, only listing two. But I know I've seen more. In general, I'm not a huge fan of other people viewing the success of something and then deciding to copy the idea so that they too can be successful.

Have you also noticed, however, that Target commercials just seem to keep getting better. I love the one that's in rotation currently. You know, the "New Day" one. Just the sort of pep and sleekness we need in this depressing economic state.

Last year I really loved Crate & Barrel's commercial around the holiday times. It was lovely and sentimental but something about it kept it classy, rather than schmaltzy or pandering.

In case you forgot, or missed it, here it is:



What other commercials have caught your eye?

Attention Ladies

Go try on some wide leg jeans. Seriously, do it. I was going to tell you all to go out and buy some because they look good on everyone, but really. Is that possible? That a jean trend could look good on every type of woman?

I my first pairs this weekend and oh my. Where have they been all my adult life? I have heard some women claim that they look good on everybody, but I don't want to make such lofty promises.

Incidentally, this weekend I also tried on some skinny jeans. Most people think of me as skinny. Most people also think that skinny girls don't have hips or booties. That is not true. I have quite the set of hips on me and skinny jeans were not made for me.

I think I will wear my wide legs even when the trend fizzles out. I feel like now trends are coming and you can wear what looks good on you, even if a new trend comes along. I am really loving this whole dressed up jeans look. And I can't stop buying dark wash denim, Is that bad?

Handbag Give Away

I really want a new purse. Yay for a new handbag online store!

I entered the contest to win. You can too!

I Love This

This pretty much encapsulates what a perfect weekend would be for me.


Photographer: Christine Rudolphe

Via Absolutely Beautiful Things

Some Thoughts on My Future

So I was just glancing at the Art Institute website and I found myself pretty interested in most of the programs they offer. Very interested in a few. Remind me again why I went to college at a four year university?

I Wish I hadn't Seen This

On someone else's blog. Now I want it.
I love it because it reminds me of a necklace that Nicole Kidman wore to the Oscar's (I think) one year. It was made with raw diamonds and I loved it. I've wanted something like it ever since. I've never done the big cocktail ring thing, but this might just be the one for me. Although, out of my price range. Swarovski Helios ring

More Dreams

Last night I went shopping with my mom and sister. What do I love/want more? Clothes, shoes, and accessories? Or beautiful home things?
It's like that saying that I've seen on some blog somewhere....
"It's me or the house. . . I can only make one look good!"

So true.

As we were walking through Dillard's last night, admiring all the classy and costly clothes, I said to my mom, "My husband is going to make big bucks someday, right?".
Someday maybe I'll be able to afford all the things I dream about. I know it's not important and I am lucky to have everything I need taken care of. But I just wish we didn't struggle so much. Someday we won't struggle.

Someday we will travel. Someday we will have a nest egg. Someday I will be able to have fresh flowers in the home on a regular basis, whenever the whim strikes me, whenever I am depressed and need a little lift...

I am so happy I got a necklace last night. It is pretty and versatile and a lovely, fashionable accessory. And it was on sale.

I also got my first pair of real heels! I feel like a "big girl" now.

Maybe I should just keep this as a design/home plans blog. At least for someplace to organize all my "Starred Items" in my reader. Here is a recent star.
I absolutely love this dining set and the whole room itself, in fact. It is from here by way of the Bed Online Magazine.

So, yeah...

My husband and I have been sleeping on a bed of white sheets with a white duvet. All white bedding. Let's just say I am beginning to really crave color. As in hunger and thirst after color...

We do have a colorful quilt that I can put on once I get around to taking the duvet off (since, after all, it is close to 80 degrees in our house). Yeah, when I get around to it...

But holy smokes, I love these colors right now. I never thought I would be this type of person. I've always been so. . . classic (old fashioned) and red is my signature color and all that. Someday I really hope we can afford new bedding. And since we're wishing for things, a king size bed wouldn't be bad either.