ihavetude

On my last trip up to Solvang, we played some country music in the car, and not being a particularly huge country fan, I was floored at some of the lyrics. My fav song, which played every 5 to 6 songs on the radio, was “Party til the Cows Come Home.” What cliche and silly lyrics! Come to find out, some of my neighbors take these lyrics very seriously. On a walk today, I was totally shocked to see a plastic cow in my neighbor’s yard. Is that like some new gardening trick? “Put the plastic cow in the front to cover up some of those weeds hunny!” Silly, right? Over their door was a “Home  Sweet Home” sign. Better be sweet over there for all that cream that plastic cow is producing!

Goofing off til the cows come home:

Notice the cardboard cow, next to the PLASTIC cow. Classy.

Cassie’s Cowgirl Look: Shirt by Free People, Jeans by Hudson, Boots by Matisse, Belt by Alma Soul

I bought these camouflage-ish green and black pants from Kensie thinking they would look chic and be comfortable and stylish. In reality, they photograph horribly and make me look at least 3 sizes bigger.  What woman in her right mind wants to do that?! These babies are goin back! Other than looking like a cougar/trophy wife/pajama queen/Real Housewife of the Jungle, I’ve had a successful day. I spent the evening with my brother bear seeing the Wes Anderson movie Moonrise Kingdom, which takes place in an outdoor camp. I thought this outfit was fitting. Bill Murray, Bruce Willis, Frances McDormand, Edward Norton and adorable lil boy scout kids, how can you go wrong here? You can’t! The movie was hysterical and reminded me of camping out with my Uncle Ron back in the days of the treehouse. My grandparents had this unbelievable treehouse in the woods in the middle of a creek, where you took a wooden bridge to cross. There was a tv up there and everything! It was such a treat, until it was ruined and soiled by raccoons. Anyway, the whole movie they keep referring to “Suzy’s Sunday School Shoes” and how inappropriate they were for the wild. Below are some shoes that are totally appropriate for the wilds of Los Angeles! Bring it on Mastercard!

Shoes that are a MUST for the jungle:

Cole Haan (Buy Here!)

Aldo Sandal (Buy Here!)

Aldo Pump (Buy Here!)

Suzy’s Sunday Shoes at Arclight HollywoodMovie Poster

Cassie’s Cougar Look: Pants by Kensie, Tank by Bordeaux Seamless, Shoes by Michael Kors, Dreamcatcher necklace by Jewelry by Veronique.

Whether it’s 1955, 1999, or 2999…Mickey is one mouse that NEVER goes out of style, because he is oh so fine! I found this Mickey Mouse shirt up in my closet (err Grace’s closet) that she had bedazzled. With it being close to 100 degrees now, I did what any rational person would do…cut the sleeves and the bottom off, and made it a belly shirt! It looks much better than before, I promise Grace! Just trying to help a sister out here! Take a look at some Mickey fans way after Jimmie Dodd and Annette Funicello, that still love the look.

Classy or Trashy? You decide!

Rihanna

MJGaga

Sienna Miller (Ok, I’ll decide for you. TRASHY!)Ciara w Pumped Up Kicks

Lindsay Lohan (classy ciggie butt to match Sienna)

Close your eyes Mickey! She’s no longer a baby mouseketeer!

Ya John Mayer, Ow!Sarah Hyland

Kat Graham

Kelly Osbourne

And ME! (Yes, a lil trashy. But what do you expect with the above references! At least I’m not smoking ok!?)

Cassie’s Mouseketeer Look: Shorts by Zara, Shirt by Tars (Goodwill), Shoes by Converse, Bracelet from Urban Outfitters, Ring BCBG, Glasses Ray Ban.

It’s finally Memorial Day, so I decided to throw on a lil red lip for all those sailors out there. No really, I was inspired by the MAC Campaign “Hey Sailor,” which features a redhead (other than myself, ugh!) as a 1950s pinup girl. Mac stores were doing really cool promotions and having live tap dancers, temporary tattoo applications, drinks, etc. in their stores to promote this new line. My beautiful Rockette friend, Lindsay, was hired in Jersey for one of the events. Today, in honor of those rockstar military boys (and women!), I went for a pin up look and found some of my favorite WW2 posters. Enjoy!

MAC Campaign Girl:

My gorgeous friend:

Some pinup posters that rock:

My outtake of this (falling on my face). Grace I need you to come back! Being my own photographer is ROUGH!

Cassie’s Dying to be MAC Pinup Girl Look: Tuxedo shorts by H&M, Shirt, shoes, hat by Forever 21. Cheap look!

And you probably have seen this on facebook or the like, but words cannot express how appreciative I am to be a part of this free country, and it’s all because of the men and women that dedicate their lives to service. Thank you!

Yes, I know I’m late posting today. If you are at home sitting around waiting for my blog, shame on you! Go outside and get some rays!

I have been having the most fantastic weekend taking in the coast of California. I sort of feel like the luckiest girl in the world. Yesterday, we were able to tour the Old Mission Santa Ines, which is 200+ years old. It was remarkable to tour the museum/church and picture life back when no one was around. We loved Solvang, but didn’t even eat brats, pretzels, or dutch chocolate. I felt like that was a waste! My waistline did not. We were quite lucky to head back to Los Angeles yesterday, because watching traffic on the opposite side of the street was painful. We were flying in comparison.

Today was spent visiting at the Ritz LA. What a view! The rooftop pool was fantastic, and reminded me of some of my best NYC summers. Nothing screams NY like a rooftop pool. It was such a change from Podunk country, straight into the city. They even have televisions in the mirrors in the bathrooms there. What a concept! Poo and watch Jersey Shore. HA. Gross.

I hope everyone is having a wonderful Memorial Day weekend, and keeping US Armed Forces both present and past in remembrance and in your hearts.

Cassie’s Ritzy Pool Look: Cover up by Emma & Sam (LF), Bikini by BCBG, Flipflops by Vix, Glasses by Banana Republic.

Having the best time in Solvang, CA. Yes, we made it! The drive was lovely, with the most beautiful views of the ocean, as well as mountains and the countryside. We passed horse farms, golf courses, wineries, missions and it was really cool to get out of the city. When we arrived to our hotel, there was a free wine and cheese gathering. I ate a lot of cheese. I was starving. Then we walked around town, looking at attractions, gimmick stores, and cheese shops. More cheese. Oy. At the Solvang Brewery, where we stopped for dinner, the options were meat or cheese. Scott went with pastrami. I opted for cheese. Goat Cheese. With Beets. At this point, I am doubled over suffering of cheese pangs. Stay away! Never again will I consume cheese. I’m supposed to be trying Veganism anyway. At least I warned y’all that THAT wouldn’t last. Sorry Ellen and Portia.

Cassie’s Cheesin Look: Shirt by Zara, Black Jeans by Citizens of Humanity, Shoes by Steve Madden, White Jeans Jacket from Gap.

Happy Memorial Day Weekend Everyone!

I have been bugging my boyfriend for weeks to take me on a trip and get out of town this weekend, and figures….we are still trying to work it all out! Nothing like last minute planning! Ironically enough, after bickering over where to go…( I want to drive far, he does not)…Estelle and Kanye’s “American Boy” plays instantaneously on the radio. All I can sing is…”Take me on a trip I want to go some day. Take me to New York, I’d love to see LA. I really want to come kick it with you, You’ll be my American Boy, American Boy…” And Repeat. Take me on a trip…

I’m really great at pushing nerves! You can see how irritating this must have been for the other party. He-he.

Here’s our itinerary (fingers crossed): Going to the tiny Dutch village called Solvang, near Santa Barbara. It looks absolutely adorable and the perfect place to DRIVE a ways to! In turn, I’ll be getting my way! Yippee!

Cassie’s Holiday Travel Look: Jeans by Car Mar (same as yesterday..dirtball!), Denim shirt by H&M, Shoes by Steve Madden, Moon and Lola monogram necklace, Glasses by Ray Ban.

So, you all know that I am car-less, and with many errands/castings to run to today, I had to revisit my dear friends at Enterprise to rent a car. Not only did they double their rates because of “summer,” the only car in the lot was a CUBE.

1. It’s still May, and it wasn’t “summer” last week when I rented a car.

2. A CUBE?!? This car is the most bizarro thing I have ever seen. It looks sort of like a hearse and is very low to the ground, yet so short like a smart car or something! I was thinking about buying a bunch of ice cream cones to shove in the trunk and pretend to be the Ice Cream Man. All I would have to do is belt “Do Your Ears Hang Low” out the window and I’d be in business!

Another bizzaro trip in the last 24 hours. Who knew there was a leopard dress code at the Detroit Airport? I mean, almost every single woman I saw was wearing some odd form of mismatched leopard, and so I grabbed some sneaky shots. Guess our society is heavily influenced by the Kardashians. Today, I will be Khloe Kardashian, the Ice Cream Man.

Running to my ride. What a sexy car!~

Cassie’s Khloe the Ice Cream Man Look: Jeans by Car Mar (LF), Sweatshirt Forever 21, Monogram necklace Moon and Lola, Shoes by Matt Bernsen.

I have exactly one minute to write this blog before I’m late to dance, airport, or just life in general.

Cannes 2012. I can’t even stand it. Soo much glamour and beauty in one place, it’s hard to stomach before my morning coffee. Who are these people? How can you be that skinny and pretty? It’s not even fair! Barbie World. That’s what this looks like. Some of my fav looks from France so far.

Natasha Poly

Eva Longoria

Diane Kruger

Jada Pinkett Smith (Love orange on her!) And thank you Jada for not dressing in some weird space suit like usual.

Frita Pinto on end is pretty fab too. So that’s all you get for a minute blog. For a more thought out and exaggerated story, check back tomorrow!

xo~

The joy of not packing any clothes when traveling is that your outfit will always be a surprise! In fact, raiding my closet from 2003-2005 is quite fun. Apparently I was rather fat during those years, so everything is pretty large. That sure makes me feel good first thing in the morning- or I could save these looks until I’m pregnant…nahhhh scary! It has been quite the project pulling looks for the blog when everything is dated and ugly. My outfits aren’t the only thing dated, apparently my brain is stuck in 2003 as well. I have mixed up every single schedule since I’ve been home, arriving late, missing dance lessons, rescheduling, etc. So out of character for me! Luckily, most of my dancers read my blog and totally understand that all my brain power was spent pulling together random dated looks!

Cassie’s Stuck in 2000 Look: Tanks by Forever 21, Skirt by French Connection, Necklace by Anthropologie (current), Shoes by Dolce Vita (current).