Brixton hat and t-shirt. H&M denim leggings. Forever 21 military vest. Asos studded ankle boots.
Sometimes I'm asked if Fashion is my first and only love. In many ways it is. I enjoy writing about it, studying it and collecting inspirational photographs that draw me in both consciously and subconsciously.
I, however, have other passions that bring me just as much joy. I truly take pleasure in cooking and creating a meal that not only tantalizes my taste buds but one that is also appealing to the eye in appearance. I pull many recipes from homemade books passed down to me by both my Grandmother and Mother as well as online sites and magazines. I sometimes come up with the tastiest of concoctions just by experimenting with what is already in my fridge.
Another fervor of mine is animals. I seem to lure them with my calm and approachable air. If I could rescue every single stray and care for them I would. When I was little I used to imagine having a gigantic castle where all of these animals I would save could live. I still dream about that today, just in more realistic terms.
Over the weekend I saw this fairy tale unfold about a special friendship between a young girl and her friendship with a fox. Shot in the beautiful mountains of France, we learn how love is not about possession but simply about being there for one another. The movie is called The Fox and The Child and I highly recommend it to those who haven't already seen it.
True friendship between human and animal is extremely difficult to attain because the human will inevitably be tempted to domesticate the animal, changing its character and life, longing to own it instead of just watching, liking and meeting it. -IMDB.com
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137 COMMENTS POSTED:
I love the vest!
Oh Erika, I love your vest! Also, animals and cooking are my other hobbies besides fashion. Oh, also biking! I would love to taste one of your meals. xo
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OHMYGOSH YOUR HAIR! it looks AMAZINGGGGGGG ERIKA!
i love it!
(i just chopped mine a bit and let me just say- yours looks WAY better haha)
xx
that vest is the best thing i've seen from f21 in ages!
you look so great with this hat ! i love your outfit !
OY! Your hair! What a great cut! That's lovely that you love to cook, if I experimented with the things in my refrigerator it would definitely not turn into any kind of tasty concoction, HA. What can I say, I'm a master of the microwave.
ah that tee shirt is super cute on you! :)
how are ya?
the vest is oh so awesome!
x
fun photos! looks like you were having fun hehe.
and you're making me hungry! lol. i'm always jealous of people who have cooking skills... i'm not one of them! although I suppose i could get better with practice =)
great pics! you look lovely, that outfit's awesome... by the way, did you cut your long long long hair?!!!
YOU CUT YOUR HAIR??!! yaayy it looks so fresh and even more beautiful! (hope you donated your hair to cancer patients) :)
I love these pictures and this outift. I am loving the miliarty look as well. I just put up a new post too. Great minds think alike!
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Your hair looks amazing!
I love cooking too! Did you cute your hair or is it just tucked in to your shirt? I can't tell but if you did cut it that length looks nice on you.
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you sometimes look like freja beha! the hair suits you so much.
Lady E!!!!
I've missed you soo!!!! Hows things going???
You look cute as always. Love the vest and boots!!!
X♥
Total FREAK OUT!
I thought you cut your hair the first time I read your post...then I realized you had it tucked in.
Psyche!
The vest is super-cute<3
And that's a very interesting point the movie The Fox and the Child makes...haven't seen it but it's def. something to think about...I spent a couple years rescuing feral cats and the ones that were young enough and tame enough we would try to have adopted...no one ever wanted the feral one.:-(
Is the human tendency to tame regardless of the animal's origin or instincts?
xoxo
Carly
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so cute as always, I love the vest!
lovelove, M.
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cute hat erika! your hair looks so sophisticated and healthy too
I LOVE it. You look so cute in that hat!
xx, Sarah Grace
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I especially love animals. When I was really little I used to rescue all the baby birds that were kicked out of their nests. I kinda miss it.
love what you did with the hair!! the hat is looks awesome and loving that vest..xoxo
So cute! If you don't mind my asking, where are you from in NC? I'm also a Carolina girl!
i'm not gonna lie, i looooooove a fuzzy creature <3
i love your haircut! and your outfit of course, the vest is amazing, especially with that shirt.
-emilyviveur
you look amazing in these! i am always fooled and think you chopped off your locks!
definitely going to see that film. thank you for mentioning it!
xo
v
We sound a lot a like...especially with that dream castle where we can rescue animals. I donate now to animal rescue centres...it's my way of "building that castle" even though ideally I would just love to be surrounded by loving animals all day!
Cute hat and boots, btw.
Darling Erika, I love this chic-look outfit!
Can I have the vest? wink!
Loving the t-shirt, and the vest is fab. Sometimes F21 just gets it so right (and you do, too, of course!). It is very Jean Paul Gaultier! Love,A
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Your hair looks cute in a bob but please say you didn't cut it!?? I'd miss it too much esp after your D&G / Chanel boho post.
Vest is sensational :)
Cat! x
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great vest!
I don't think you cut your hair right? I think it might be tucked in! I know for a fact (through personal experience) that cutting hair that's that long and gorgeous takes either a huge mistake (like what happened with my hair where the hair stylist chopped it all off) or after a couple of days, weeks, or months of deep thinking... I still love the look though! if you like studded boots check out topshops options! you'll heart everything they've got!
xoxo,
Aysha
http://prettyfashionforward.blogspot.com
fun pics! i love that vest with that tee!
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when did you cut your hair!!? ahh! Your haircut looks great!!
love the jeggings and all the rings you own!
for a moment there i thought you cut your hair!!
and i loved the little trailer, ill have to download it when it comes out one of my biggest loves i think more then fashion are animals, they are so loyal and humble they need our help to live and not cooking but eating lol :)
i usually hate things that are like other things. hm.. ok i'll explain :D jeans vest that are really made of sweatsuit making materials for example.
but this vest. hell yes, i'd steal it from you :D
the haircut makes you shine.
I grew up in Brixton :)
Like a model!
kisses from Italy...
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i have not been to your blog for a long time ! and you look stunning than ever !
love the vest !
and did u get a shorter hair cut ? it looks great on you !
hugs and kisses ..
glisters and blisters
I really love this look!
I love love these jeans on you! They are such a gorgeous fit :) That movie sounds lovely, I wonder if I can see it in Australia?
love that gilet!
you look super cute....
don't you love looking back on all those fun dreams you had as a little one... i do :)
i love cooking too!
xo
bravegrrl.blogspot.com
your hair ;)
xx
imane
YOUR HAIR! IT'S AMAZING!
AHHH I CAN'T STOP FREAKING OUT (IN A GOOD WAY)!!!!!! :D
I would love to taste one of your meals you seem to be great in cooking! I love animals too, as you already know, we have at home pugs, bulldogs and chihuahuas! I probably will do a post with them soon ;)
x
i have this vest!!! thanks for the new idea on how to ear it and as usual your pics are tres tres cute!
you didn't cut your hair did you?!
xoxo bardot in blue
That's great, I also love to cook! And I think you must be a very good person if you feel like that about animals!!
kiss
Yes, you do look like Freja sometimes ^^
i love your vest! and i live in greensboro :)
Loved the shirt and the cap, the whole outfit looks again so cool...
love your hair!
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I love the shirt AND the vest, the whole look is fabulous
love the vest, you look fantastic. also love the fake bob, you'd look great with short hair!
beautiful pictures!
D e g a i n e
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Did you get your hair cut?? It was the first thing I noticed and it looks really great! Love the vest too! :)
OMG! YOUR HAIR! It a beautiful change! :) Amaaaazing!
omg, you have cut off the long hair omg, im shocked! but you look still beautiful and nice , likealways
Love the vest! Will definitely check out FXXI new collection!
Where is your long hair? I like the hat you look adorable in it.
love the outfit! and your hair is adorable!!!
I love the outfit, I think it's rock but simple! Something I could wear :)
But I like all your looks, you have a great sense of style and your photos are so inspiring. :)
I so love your style!Your vest is perfect....and the boots too!Nice blog, keep going...:)
Love the vest!
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I LOVE cooking, being a stay at home mommy it's my duty but I love it so much it's no bother at all lol. I'm going to put that movie into my netflix and move it to the top! I love movies, any kind can you recommend any others?
Lovveee your style!
dude you look like such a badass! love the vest and t-shirt.
and i'm with you i freaking love to cook! i have been a vegan for 4 months and have had to completely had to relearn how to cook, but i love it.
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Your hair was long and gorgeous - Just what I've yearn for-but You're also very brave to make such change-I've always like changes in life and styles.
I love the way you express yourself about Fashion as your first love.
I think a lady with style and also a great cook in the kitchen is plain luck for boys *
Your hair!!! Wow! i know you've probably read this 100 times already! Looks great short!! I'm proud and a bit jealous of you.. I've had long hair for 10 yrs now and so many days I want to chop it all off but don't. I know that time will come and I will. must have been exhilirating! You look beautiful both ways!!!!!!!!!
xo
Music & Lyrics is a GREAT MOVIE not only is it cute and romantic, but it's HILARIOUS! I like all kinds of movies, my husband and I are 'movie buffs' LOL. I'm always looking for new stuff to watch I'm putting Little Manhattan in my netflix to lol! How is your day going?
love the vest and hat on you!! ;)
love your pics!!! did you cute your hair???
your vest is amazing!
xoxo
It's funny how we have common interests.
If I'd enough earn money I would spend it on helping animals !
You look stunning as always !
Thank you (;
Cute outfit and blog.
I'm following you on Bloglovin.
Niky
Hi Erika! Thanks for the nice comments you left on my blog! You have an amazing style and I'm adding you to my bloglovin!
Have a great day!
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Erika, where did your hair go??
You look good though!
Hey girl, I really dig your blog! Thanks for following me on Twitter! I'm following you and your blog now as well. Check my blog out some time: xobutterfly-kissesox.blogspot.com. <3 Jenna
wow!! u cut ur hair!! looks good and love the hat and the vest!! u should post some recipes:-)
sonali
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OH MY GOD--did you chop your hair off??? looks great! love the outfit!
xxx
vb
Okay, this is a bit spooky: just came here to steal - borrow - your photo(s) to do my 1st 'guess blogger' post, and I was thinking of doing it as a combination with my friend Jen's shot, and lo + behold.. your post today is more like what she was wearing in her shot!
So I'm going to find a way to combine it. If you give me a few hours, check it out. I'm not sure of the title yet, feeling really indecisive today.
Thanks for letting me do this! If you want me to change it in anyway, just let me know.
xox
I thought you cut your hair! haha. This outfit is so much fun and you look absolutely great and so laid back! Love that vest and those denim leggings! I really really love this look!
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I LOOOOVE Land of the Lost, will farrel is GREAT! I haven't seen August Rush yet either, I need to put that one in my netflix to! Do you like foreign movies, have you seen Let The Right One In? I really like quirky romance movies like 10 inch hero, I know it sounds like a weird name but it's about people who work in a sandwich shop it's really good also Hope Springs w/ Heather Grahmn and Colin Firth... Lets see... Swimming Pool is in my top three favorite movies of all time also Only You with Marisa Tomei. I could go on and on lol.
You look so cute! Love the vest and shoes! Looks amazing on you!
xx Emily
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Cute hat! Did you CUT your hair?!?!?!? :o
Thanks for the comment!!
Swimming Pool is psychological thriller/mystery movie IT'S FANTASTIC! I love that it's set in Southern French country side it's gorgeous! It's about a writer who is kinda burned out in writing her same ol' mystery novels even though there hugely popular and have made her a lot of money, her boss sends her to his home in Southern France to get away so she can work on her next book. She's soaking it up but then a young woman shows up and you have to see what happens lol I think you'll like it, it's a french movie but they speak in English even though it's a thriller it gives me a sense of calm for some reason, it might be the settings of the french country side.
Here it is on IMDB.
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0324133/
And here is the trailer from youtube.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LplAkUp6G2U
love your hair. looks great short.
Thank's for the cute comment ! So,do you want to follow or link eachother?
I really like your style and damn,youur hair !
I couldn't possibly take good care of such a long hair.How cam you ?
HUGS!
Thank you!!
No, I didn't cut my hair ;) it's just pulled back.
xx
AWESOME! I want to know how/if you liked it so let me know ^_^. I'm going to add your email to my address book on mine & I'll email you in a little bit ^_^.
you look so cute! an I love your hair!!
Great blog, love your pixs.
Jimmy
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Fabulous hair. I hope it's just a trick though. Love the long locks just as much. ;)
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How do you always mange to pick up the best stuff aT forever? I never see this stuff. Lucky!
I think I'm gonna order that Brixton tee too.
i am following in bloglovings!
pregunta: what products do you use for the bounce and shine in your hair? email me in SerenaTomai@yahoo.com if you have moment. ;D
animals and movies about them are my favorite also & you picked a great spot for the photos also.
I really like your military vest. Boho style works for you!
Great hair and hat you look Gorgeous as per usual.
Cryystal.+*
Those shoes are really something I LOVE 'EM and wanna snatch them right up. ;]
I can honestly let out a breath of air and say I'm kind of glad you didn't cut it. I love your long hair. Your my inspiration to keep trying to grow out my own (it's a bit past my shoulders now) I want unruly, messy, beach hair LONGGGGG!
Cat! x
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You look like a model off duty here Erika. And to those who said you look like Freja you kinda do with the shorter hairstyle. Except even prettier. ;-)
PRAYS my Forever XXI has that vest.
S x D
Haha when I saw the first picture, I thought that you've cut your hair! It would look great on you but never mind your hair is gorgeous whatever you do :)
xx
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Nice cool outfit!
You look relax and i love the vest.
Kisses
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Oh my gosh, you've cut your hair!! Love the vest
You should post some of the recipes that you make!
You look fabulous by the way :)
Wow, I was always jealous of how amazing your long hair was, but it looks stunning like this hun! You should think about cutting it to that length!
x
Ceri
Erika, I love thsi hair on you. You look like you have short hair.
xx
Sahi
I like the H&M leggings. The color is a perfect complement to a similar shirt I just purchased recently:
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Adore ur blog! Glad we're following each other on twitter. Stop by GirlWhimsy to say "hi".
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You chopped off all your hair and I love it!! I chopped mine off about a month ago too. Although it wasn't as long as yours it was still a change. But i love my shorter hair soo much, I'm going to keep it for a while :) Hope you love yours just as much! xoxoo
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lovvve the shirt
-Erica
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excellent tee! wil definately check out the fox and the child...i love french films..
that's great you love to cook!
i'm just starting to learn a few dishes now...and i really like it too!
if you have any particular favourite recipes, post them and let me know! you have great style so i'm sure you have great taste too.
x.
perfect outfir :) !
The new hair cut is fabulous and fresh! Great booties too
i love love this vest! love the outfit xoxoxx
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I'll do the same !
Dear Erika - Thank you so much for saying such important and inspiring words about animals, it is most necessary to get the message out about rescuing and adopting animals in every medium possible. I know that you have a huge following here, so everything that you say about adopting animals is one step closer to their liberation. Thank you.
And your blog is awesome! Keep up the good work!!!
For the love of animals,
Janel
I love the vest and the hat!!!!
ah you look super awesome here, i love your hair like that did you get it cut, very chic!
Great Tee too!
I need that bloody T!!!
Karen x
totally thought you cut your hair!
if you did, i looovee it.
if you didn't, this is cool!
haha, love the tee.
xo jocqulene
love the vest and the pants!
XOXO
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I like this look...The jeans are so cool, I love your vest too :) Its a bit boyish but really nice
well,I've already linked you ! :)
Ha,I tought you are not going to answer my comment or even see it due to your huge number of comments.
Isn't it hard to replay each of them?
YOUR T-SHIRT ! LOVE IT (l)
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You look so great! I love that vest <3
I love your vest!! So cute!
xoxo
Giovanna
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hey erika
i love the military vest and the shoes! would you want so switch links with me? ;)
The second to last picture is amazingggg!!!! and i am DYING over your tee ;) you look gorgeous and i love the idea of you living a little snow white/sleeping beauty fantasy filled with animals everywhere...i could totally picture you!!! the animals would ADORE you! OK i sound crazyyyyyy lol!! great post-- but seriously you have a disney princess vibe ;)
xx
i love that you are posting more often now! i like the simple color range here- you look lovely as per usual!!
thanks for the commenting! i've added you to my blogroll ;)
Your hair looks AMAZING first off! And second, this post was so cute and personable...definitely a fun read. :)
that vets is darling! You always look so adorable!
I LOOVE this outfit! mm that tee is too awesome for words and i love the booties :-)
Love from Calypso
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Greaaaaat outfit!
Love the tee!
xx
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Omg your hair! I just noticed it! it looks great!
and I love the vest darling
love that hat. its very eruo vintage rocker!
xx
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Perfect spring look. You are adorable!
I love the vest! You look fabulous Erika.
xx
DD
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Your hair! I love it this way!
Wow you know what I noticed here hte most, your awesome hair cut! i really like it :) Its the perfect cut for you i think :) love it!
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