Manic Monday

After an extended absence, I think I've finally found a little balance.  So without further delay, let's get this baby started. 

My friend recently told me that everything just sounds better if you add the word Bitches to the end.  Think about that a second.  It's Monday, so I know you'll want to say this with everything.  Here's an example.  Your alarm didn't go off, it's your turn to drive car pool, you got stuck in traffic and now you're standing in line to get your coffee.  An overly perky 20 something with perfect skin, hair and not an ounce of fat asks you what you want to drink..." I want a double whipped, extra foam (fill in your drink here) and silently (or for some of you not so silently) add the word Bitches!  Now didn't that feel just a little bit good?

Well, one of the trends this year that might just scream Manic and Bitches is what fashion insiders call "The Craft" trend.  For those of you who remember the movie The Craft, you'll instantly know what I'm referencing when you see the pics.  For the rest of you, go rent the movie for crying out loud.

The Alice & Olivia Fall 2014 campaign had a fairy tale feel to it.  Images of dark and jewel tone colored velvet in the woods, now that is an image right out of The Craft.  Black Velvet, brocade and choker necklaces.  Be still my dark little heart.

Photo courtesy of Alice & Olivia

Photo courtesy of Alice & Olivia

Andrew GN brought a more sophisticated approach to this goth style.  Sheer sleeves and skirts, tiny well placed cutout and beautiful buckle details.

Photo by Kim Weston Arnold

Photo by Kim Weston Arnold

Anthony Vaccarello gave goth a sophisticated punk makeover.  The long leather style skirt gave the look below just the right touch for me.  Throw a camisole on under the sheer blouse and it's even wearable for the rest of the population, you know those not sporting a 5'10' svelte frame.  Bitches!  Ahhh, there I go again.  I'd say I should behave, but then that wouldn't be me. 

Photo by Marcus Tondo

Maiyet threw in a wonderful party dress for the goth in all of us from their Fall 2014 line.  A grown up slip dress for those 90's teens all grown up.  Be sure to pack your double sided sticky tape, or have someone add a sheer panel (nude or black)...a must have for those of us over a B cup.

Photo by Kim Weston Arnold

I hope everyone enjoys the dark and lovely fashions I picked out for today's post.  A special shout out to L.G. for letting me share her "Bitches" philosophy with my readers.

Today's Post Title inspired by the song Manic Monday by the Bangles.  Why?  Just Because Bitches!