Wednesday, January 26, 2011

Notes From the Edge of the Couch

I spent yesterday sicker than sick in a semi-conscious state .  Confession:  I've been on the couch beneath the heaviest faux fur blanket for over 24 hours - only lifting my head to wander down the hall, take a shower, and gather tea and dark chocolate for sustenance.  It is a sad state of affairs this being sick as an adult thing.  It's at times like these - in the sheer, guiltless moments of just being - that I can't believe I've actually grown up and will never return to living beneath my parents' roof under their care.  Reality Bites (and not the movie, but it really was a great one now that we're on the subject).

It was my every intention to bring you an outfit post with the cutest short Minnetonka's in honor of the last day of the giveaway.  Planned was a pair of skinny denim rolled to just above the ankle, the fab fringe-y back zip boot, and up top a simple white pocket-T by AWang beneath a charcoal grey A&F belted sweater from days gone by (last seen here sans belt).  Instead I bring an unconventional inside look at the boots.  Don't mind the hair.


...as I was saying.

This pair is also in the Langston's selection so if you win the giveaway you could totally scoop them up!  Or any of these.  I realized over the weekend that the blog has caused me to subconsciously gather almost every item from one of my fave polyvore'd outfit posts last year - a version of these booties was on there.  Woop woop!!  I'm about to pass out so it's time for another cup of tea, some orange slices and a brownie before nap time.  If you haven't put your deets in for the Minnetonaka giveaway just go here.  I'll announce the winner tomorrow.  Likely from the horizontal.

57 comments:

Anonymous said...

Girl, stay camped out on that couch! Agreed, its pretty depressing being sick as an adult but bundle up under that blanket, drink lots of tea, and watch whatever you want on TV. (If you're sleeping during the day and awake at night, I recommend lots of Nick at Nite, Hub and Hallmark channels if you get those. Good selection of 80s and 90s sitcoms!)

Jenni Austria Germany said...

at least the blanket looks comfortable...and chocolate makes everything better right? can't wait for the giveaway announcement!

Rissy said...

I kinda feel bad for liking this... but I really really did

The boots are def highlighted lol

Feel better soon!

little luxury list said...

You poor thing - feel better soon!

Collette Osuna said...

Yikes.....you really are sick sweets.....hang in there and feel better....you stay on that couch as long as you have too....hugs:)

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RosaLovesDC said...

Hang in there, feel better soon. But in the meantime, chocolate is the best medicine you can take.

BeautyH2T said...

aw feel better soon please pretty lady, stay snuggled in and save all your energy xxxx

Anonymous said...

Feel better, Carrie! xo

Closet Fashionista said...

I hope you feel better soon!!! But I enjoy this post, the photos are fun! :D
But now GET BETTER!!!
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Chas said...

Aww I hope you feel better soon!

Stephanie Shepherd said...

Get well soon!!

PursuitOfLLT said...

you look fashionable even when you're sick! feel better!

Lilacandgrey said...

aww sweetie feel better!
PS. i totally forgive u for mis-spelling my name :)

Daniela said...

lol the last pic is hilarious even though I know you feel like crap!! You'll look at it later and laugh for sure!! Especially since you're so fashionable in those boots ;) Feel better Carrie!!! I'm in for the group white pants post - let me know when you're up for it :)

Taylor said...

Those are the shorties I NEED in my life...but more importantly the blanket...faux fur keeping you warm and stylish on your death bed - how chic of you!!!

love you mamas!!!

ejb said...

Oh Carrie I hope you feel better! That blanket looks super cozy ;) I'm loving those boots and have been eyeing a pair for myself lately! Take care I hope you get well soon!

Ashley said...

feel better :( sad you're not feeling well! well wishes to you!

Jessica said...

Bless your soul! Please feel better soon, Carrie! I hate the feeling of being stuck on the couch. The outfit you had planned sounded perfect, too! I FINALLY ordered (and received) my very first T by A Wang a couple days ago. It's just as perfect as I had always imagined it to be. It's white though and really sheer. Do you wear anything under yours when you wear it alone? I'm debating on how to wear it!

TheChambrayCountess said...

Haha, I can't believe you are sick and still making me chuckle. It shows you're a fighter! ;)
I hope you feel better soon- just take it easy and stay cozy in that big blankie!

Discovery Street said...

love these shots! :) it's true, being sick as an adult is really horrendous. It's amazing how we turn into 4 year olds! (or at least I do!)

Kristen said...

feel better my friend. you look so cozy in that blanket and those slippers!

jeanette from everton terrace said...

I think these shots are great. So sorry you are sick but am glad you at least have the all important chocolate!

Courtney Erin said...

I'm sorry you are still feeling so sick. My cold only seems to be getting worse and my throat feels like its swollen shut -- which is terribly because I have my first dissertation chapter defense/conference with my dissertation committee tomorrow at 1 and I'm praying for a miracle at this point.

xoxo ~ Courtney
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Anonymous said...

Return to us and then pick me! ;)

Radiant Make Up said...

lol love this post!! x

Lacey in the City said...

You are too cute! Feel better darling! Being sick as an adult really reminds you of your vulnerability, doesn't it?

Vintage is for Lovers said...

I am so sorry you are feeling sicky Carrie! But I have to say you look so good doing it! Especially in those fab boots! Hope you feel better today. Try to get some Vitamin D - its as good for you as that tea and dark chocolate! haha xo Samantha

Tiffany Kadani said...

I hope you feel better stat. No fun!

Marissa said...

Poor you! Being sick as an adult is the worst. I'm such a whiny baby about it, though, that my mom inevitably ends up coming over to take care of me.

Claire Kiefer said...

Awwwww Carrie it's awful being sick! I have a mild version today but I'm nowhere near laid-out. Just sniffly and excessively annoyed with my students. :)

On the other hand, I looooove your lil booties! And that last picture has me simultaneously sympathetic and giggling--you're the funniest!

Josie said...

Those adorable little boots look so cozy. I hope you feel better soon, my dear -- stay curled up on that couch until you're back in tip-top shape, okay?
xo Josie
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Nikki said...

Oh no! I hope you're up and running soon. I call my Mom sometimes still when I'm sick ;)

At least your feet are stylish, and minnetonkas totally go with fur blankets.

Valerie said...

Those boots are awesome, Carrie. I'm so sorry you're sick though! I hope you feel better soon. And I hope I win your giveaway! I need those boots! ;)

xo
Valerie

Marissa said...

feel better!

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A Crimson Kiss said...

Certainly the most fashionable sick person I've ever seen. Sorry this cold is still kicking your butt-hope your up and about soon!

xo, Lena

Stacey said...

Even when you're sick, you're stylish:-). Feel better soon darling. XX

Rachel from Love a la Mode said...

Aww feel better! I wish it were farther into the semester so I could justify taking a sick day.... allergies are giving me a killer headache today.
Bisous,
Rachel
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Marie a la Mode said...

You are too funny! I hope you feel better soon and I hope Chef is taking good care of you : )

Isabel said...

i hope you feel better soon!

Isabel @ Walk of Fashion

Caroline said...

I like this post as the photos are somewhat funny BUT I DO NOT LIKE THAT YOU ARE SICK!! FEEL BEETER SOON! xo

Marcie said...

You crack me up!! I love that you still took photos. I am so sorry you are sick, but the silver lining really is in guiltless enjoyment of the moment, right?

xo Marcie

Unknown said...

Oh no!! Feel better soon. I was sick with the flu last week and didn't emerge from the couch very often. I missed my friends baby shower which broke my heart but I got to have brunch with her this past Sunday so all is well. SEriously - feel better!

Moosette said...

Ahhh... bummer - hope you feel better soon... at least you have fabulous booties on while under the weather!

Alicia Lund said...

Oh Carrie you poor thing! And yet you still manage to make me laugh when you're sicker than sick and feeling delusional - how do you do it? ;) Hope you feel better soon lady! Drink up that tea!!

kimbirdy said...

oh i hope you get better really soon!! and reality bites was a great movie. :)

Laura said...

Feel better again soon dear!

FRANKIE HEARTS FASHION said...

sick as a dog and still has a sense of humor? I like you style guurrl! Aren't those faux fur blankie's the bestest? Love. One word for you: KOMBUCHA...hook yourself up on some and you'll build your immune system up in no time!

She Wore It Well said...

sending you lots of get well wishes my dear. nothing is worse than being sick :(

xo

Karena said...

Carrie, I love your posts, and the photos are super.

My fingers and toes are crossed for the Minnetonka's!!

Feel better soon and keep eating chocolate!

Xoxo
Karena
Art by Karena

J. said...

awww Carrie feel better soon! My whole team at work is sick right now and I'm the lucky one crammed into a room with them - ick!

Anonymous said...

minnetonka is an awesome shoes!! they are so comfortable
<3
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STYLE'N said...

OMG you are too funny! seriously..hope you feel better dear!Did Chef takes these?

My Heart Blogged said...

I hope you feel better soon. These pics are kind of hilarious, but great.
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this free bird said...

Naina - the Chef totally took the pictures. And laughed his head off.

LyddieGal said...

Sorry you've been under the weather - if it's any consolation, those are the cutest sick in bed shots I've ever seen.

grave said...

I hope you feel better stat. Beautiful slippers.

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Isabel Hendrix said...

eep! I hope you feel better, but you have great moccasins! :)

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