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Friday, July 03, 2009

Need new ideas for your blog photos?

How about getting up at the crack of dawn and twirling around like a ballerina, in a flouncy, corset dress (by Forever 21, natch)?



Pose in front of an epic landscape? No...still not enough.



What about going for a jog?



Or taking a leap into the unknown?



Or going for a swim. Yes, a swim. Perfect!



















Nothing like leaping into a pool with your clothes on. Sigh. Sometimes, I question my sanity.

This was my last "pre-work" swim, as our new digs won't have a pool (but will have a yard, and thanks to me, a Slip n' Slide). I'm actually very sad about moving. I know I'm not really saying goodbye since I still own the apartment, but I have lived here for three years and I will just really miss living downtown. Like, a lot. It's my home. I love the West End.

But, as my boyfriend says, our current conditions will be temporary and by winter we should be in our new place. One that will also be downtown, preferably in the West End or Yaletown, and though it will probably not have a pool on the roof, it will have a balcony, insuite laundry, allow pets, a den, room to move, a bigger closet and - as my bf added - a Playstation 3. I'll be keeping that goal in mind when I find myself pining for my wee downtown studio this summer.

Hope you are all having a Fabulous Friday and Fourth of July weekend! Remember to check back here over the weekend as I might have posted my Forever 21 dress giveaway!

PS - Eyeliah, I did all these shots sans makeup - just for you!! But it was 630AM so I hope you all excuse me for looking tired!

46 comments:

Couture Carrie said...

Oh no she didn't!!!

You look fabulous, darling! Love the sunrise post, the action shots, and the editorial-quality pool pics ~ total genius!

xoxox,
CC

MS said...

OMG, I can't believe you jumped in the pool! Your awesome! Love the photos!

Love the dress too.

A new place in a few months? How exciting. That's great that you own your own place. Can't do that here in so Cal-it's insanely expensive even with the crappy economy and housing market situation. Kudos for you :)

Unknown said...

lols SO RAD

Marietta said...

Wow you have a pool, lucky girl!
I love these pics, you look gorgeous!To take them though you need someone to have the patience to keep up with your excitement of posting pictures in your blog!
I wish I could carry my personal photographer around :P

Wanderlusting said...

Very true Marietta - I thank my boyfriend for always being game, even when he would rather sleep in :)

OmnisLucis said...

with that rooftop pool overlooking the ocean you pretty much own my dream place. i just did a best pools in the world post but i think yours would give them a run for the money :)

Sylvia said...

The picture of you jumping into the pool is just wonderful! The shadow is so awesome. You are too great!

Amber said...

Pretty dress! I would be SOOOO sad to move from there!! A pool on the roof? Dream come true!!

Eyeliah said...

Yes! You look great! Good for you jumping in - wow wow!!! I'd jump in mine but it's currently full of black sludge - ick!! Lazy landlords. See you tomorrow. :-)

Len said...

LOL I love your face on the pic where you're just about to touch the water :D

Clarity said...

Those are very cute pictures. I want a pool near me.

Georgia said...

You are awesome! I admire you greatly
You look so good without make-up as well

It would be mine

MizzJ said...

Aww I'd be sad to move from there too it looks like an awesome place! How much is rent there? hehe my lease is up in October! I cannot believe you woke up that early to jump into a pool, you are crazy ;)

FASHION CHALET said...

aww, I loved your comment "Superhero sandals" made me laugh and smile! :)

These shots are fabulous, you're so fun!!!!

Ab/ your package I just got notification on your payment this afternoon. Due to the Holiday I can't ship until next week. I am so sorry my paypal notification/email wasn't working well.

x

FASHION CHALET said...

Same hereee...

The hubby just sold two items on eBay and apparently the money "is on hold" until shipped out? Very odd.

Anyway, your package will go out first thing Monday AM, ok, dear? Thanks for understanding.


x

BonBon Rose Girls Kristin said...

Aren't you creative? Love the one of you mid air!

Fashion Cappuccino said...

You're so gorgeous even without makeup! I don't think I'll be brave enough to jump in the pool that early in the morning but that's so awesome that you did! Yes, we December borns rock!! xxoxoxo

Cupcake Blonde said...

That's you with no makeup? Excuse me while I go into my hole and hide...

I have alwasy wanted to jump into a pool with a cute little dress on. Not sure why. I have been pushed in all clothed against my will which is NOT fun.

Your place looks amazing. The views and the pool, so cool! I have to come up there and experience the beauty that is your city.

The Budget Babe said...

i hope that pool was heated! gorgeous setting and you look gorgeous as well and so full of life (it's true!)

Diary of a Young Designer said...

The shots are amazing, really creative. I'd never come up with the idea of jumping into a pool like that, so awesome!
The dress is lovely!

xo
Sophie

Francie. said...

such an interesting blog post. i love the *splash* shot =]

Unknown said...

Oh my goodness. You jumped into the pool! In that gorgeous dress too. hahaha. These made me laugh. Thank you. And good luck on the move.

S said...

I want an apartment with a pool on the roof!

E said...

Awesome pictures! And seriously epic landscape!

Jennifer said...

OK I officially want to be just like you when I grow up! AWESOME pictures!

Rebecca, A Clothes Horse said...

Adorable dress. Bravo to you for jumping into the pool--swimming in clothes definitely tends to be more fun that swimming in an actual suit!

Elizabeth Marie said...

OMG how cute are you!!! This could totally be in a magazine!

Annie Spandex said...

Gorgeous! Fun! And I really wish I had a patio like that. Wow seriously... I wouldn't be so pale :)

♥ Marta ♥ said...

Hahaha.... you're awesome :) that dress is super cute.

As for moving, I think that change is always nice...and exciting.

Have a lovely weekend.

Sierra said...

You are amazing girl! He he, how fun to get up that early and take a little dive! I have always wanted to do that so bravo for being a model of the morning time.

I hope your move goes well - I would be sad to move as well, but sounds like you are getting lots of perks.

Beautiful dress and beautiful you! Happy 4th!

Anika said...

Oh. Wow. I cannot believe you did and yet I love you for it! That's fantastic. The series of pics is brilliant too...lol, was watching it coming :)

here's to your new place though...all the luck to you.

Happy 4th and have a great weekend

Rebecca said...

Love the dress!!! The pool's awesome.

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IAMTHEANGELNEGRO said...

AMAZING!!

crystal said...

These are wonderful pictures!

t.g.s said...

WOWEE REBELLLLL

hahahha
you're so awesome :)

seems like you had fun

Marian said...

you look beautiful. i really like that gold ochre coloured dress on you! LOVE the shots of you in pool!
muah x
marian

Tina { Luphia Loves... } said...

lol!! absolutely amazing photos!!!

Mimi said...

How fun and spontaneous! Very editorial and the dress is lovely!

xo

Loxy said...

I wanted to write about my personal style but realized I have so few pictures of my full body... likely because any picture is a self-portrait.

I envy your "personal photog". :)

Jessi said...

Haha, I've never jumped into a pool clothed - fun!!

And if that's you without makeup?!?! You are a natural beauty!!

FJ said...

Lol. You're nuts. Love the dress.

Dane said...

You are amazing!!!!! This just made my night, thank you.




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Anonymous said...

Sans makeup and you still look gorg! Cute pool pics and I question my sanity all the time. ha ha.

xoxo
J

www.talkprettytome.blogspot.com

ryder said...

The pictures in the pool are so La Dolce Vita-Love IT!

Unknown said...

Great idea! Bud I don't think I'd look good in a corset dress. Might not work for me. Or WOULD IT!?

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