SAIC the walk 2013

A couple weeks ago I had the distinct pleasure of attending the School of the Art Institute's annual student fashion show, The Walk 2013. This is probably Chicago's best fashion event of the year. It's a really fun opportunity to see conceptuality on the runway, because the students are really encouraged to stretch the limits of their imagination. School is really the last place for fashion students to experiment highly with things like exaggerated proportions and impracticality, before they move on into the commercial world. I live for weird clothes so it is special to see something like this in my hometown. I apologize for these not being the best photos, but hopefully you can still appreciate the creativity...

Laura and Kate Mulleavy of Rodarte were presented with the Legend of Fashion Award at this year's show. Their acceptance speech was short, humble, and appreciative, just as you might expect from these awesomely hermetic designers. And if there was a Belieber equivalent of Rodarte fans, I would tooootally be it. Sooooo, as gross as this probably going to sound *shuffles feet*...I got to meet them at the event and it kind of made my life. They were incredibly sweet and we got to talk about music. I was extremely grateful that the Mulleavy sisters are friendly and nice and the conversation didn't feel awkward one bit. My personal Rodarte moment had me glowing for a few days ^__^

Woah, I'm smiling! It's been happening a lot more these days, if you can believe that. I wore my Rodarte jacket because it felt appropos for the occasion, with my vintage lurex skirt and My Bloody Valentine tee that my boyfriend gave me. My bag is by Katherine Kwei and was gifted by the brand. My wardrobe has definitely become ~curated~ enough that I can throw on random pieces in a few minutes and the outfit will look good together. This t-shirt was lying on the floor of my room for a few days before I decided to wear it to the show. Emma took these gorgeous photos.

The Venessa Arizaga necklace is one of my most beloved pieces of jewelry and it is on sale here on the Outnet! That is NOT an affiliate link, I genuinely love this piece and want everyone to fall in love with it too. If any of you decide to buy it, let me know how much you adore it ★