Simple Gifts

I'm not one to throw a big party to commemorate another year of existence; something simple would do. Good food and conversation with friends is a great way to spend the evening, and that is enough to keep me happy. Getting some awesome gifts is the icing on the cake (or whipped cream on a pie...I'm more of a pie person).

Figuring out what to wear for this year's shindig was pretty easy. Usually I accessorize around the clothes I choose to wear, but it's the opposite this time. After coming home from one frustrating, really long day, I was treated to a surprise left on a table by my roommate--a retro-looking hairband. I absolutely love it. It is definitely a wonderful costume piece, but it is quite versatile for a more modern outfit. The piece I chose to tie it all together is a lace overlay halter top that I've had for years. I used to wear it with swingy skirts. Nowadays, it looks just as great with a pair of jeans and heels.

The little lights are something I picked up from Ikea a while ago during a clearance sale (after Christmas, I think?) for something like $2 a set. I figured that they would be great for parties. They look like candles, but I don't have to worry about anything catching fire. I figured it was time to play with them.

[Outfit: Michael Kors leather hoodie, The Limited halter top, Goldsign jeans, Calvin Klein bow slingbacks, Coach satin bag. Gifts: handmade hairband, air freshener with rose scent, paisley top, monster container for knicknacks (which I really needed), knife-sharp fabric shears (love them--they're so sharp that they come with sheaths).]