in susie's shop (shop my closet!)

Growing up, there were few words I dreaded hearing more than "It's time for spring cleaning."
I am a hoarder by nature and I simply cannot help it. Try as I may, I cannot kick the fact that I have an emotional attachment to every single thing that crosses paths with me (who knows if I'll ever need that receipt from 3 years ago? I should keep it just in case). My absolute worst hoarding is found in the way I cannot untighten my grip on my clothing. You wouldn't believe the excuses I make in order to hold on to an article of clothing. Oh that ugly old thing from 9 years ago? I may need it for a costume party 7 years from now. Probably should hold onto it.
But as I'm growing older and my closet space is growing far more limited, I've been trying to find a new home for some of my gently used items! Thanks to a severe lack of sleep and a bit too much coffee, I found myself spring cleaning at 4:30am today.
Some new items are now up on my blog shop- check them out! :')

http://insusiesshop.bigcartel.com


xo Susie

ornate

Lately I've become increasingly interested in the ornate details of a seemingly basic article of clothing. I love when a basic t-shirt has a dainty line of buttons down the back. Or a simple dress with a deep, plunging back. Or in the case of this sweater, a sheer back with flower appliques. From the front, you'd never see it coming. A simple black sweater. But turn the slightest bit to the side, and it's an entirely different sweater. I think you can relate that to people in a way, too. You see a person, and you see the simplicity in their being. And once you get to know them, you start noticing their buttons trailing down their back, or their flower appliques. I love that. Getting to see the ornate details. It's my favorite thing in a person. And in this case, clothing.

• Sweater- c/o Nowistyle Japan
• Skirt- Forever21 (ages ago)

xo Susie


PS- I opened up a blog shop! Come shop my closet! Oversized sweaters, high-waisted shorts, chelsea boots, & more!