Hi, I’m Cassandra, Photographer, Writer & Lover of Stylish Things
cassandra mcd.
World's coolest aunt (so I've been told). I'm all about personal growth and living a healthy lifestyle that prioritizes self-care and mental wellness. I want to embrace aging with swagger (and less greys), living life more mindfully and filled with an abundance of gratitude.
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in my closet: mexx blouse
rediscovery: this blouse i bought to wear under my grey interview suit – it was my departure from the standard white or striped button-down shirt. i like because it added interest without being too bold. 2011: platform heels – 9west, … Continue reading
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in my closet: shades of grey
discovery: varying the shades and playing with pattern and texture of an all grey outfit can add interest. also i’ve rediscovered this blouse that i haven’t worn in along time: 2010: blouse + cardi – jacob, shoes – joe fresh/ … Continue reading
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in my closet: espirit blue print dress
discovery: i should try to add some pattern to my work wardrobe and mix things up more. me
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in my closet: style inspiration – kelly ripa
discovery: kelly ripa wearing a bright colored sleeveless blouse and trouser jeans. http://www.style.com my interpretation for casual fridays: 2010: shoes – joe fresh/2011: satin blouse – le chateau, leopard belt – jacob + trouser jeans – fidelity me
quote: on high heels
When women say, “how high should my heel be?”, I say, “how high can you handle and stay in for two hours without having two Advil? Michael Kors
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in my closet: bow blouse
rediscovery: on of my favorite tops – teal bow-blouse from mango (i have it in black too). 2011: cropped pants – gap, heels -9west, blazer – h&m/2010: bow blouse – mango me
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cube dwelling: not when you write in all caps…
dr. hunt: “hey, don’t you ever answer your texts!” det. morris: “not when you write in all capitals. It’s like yelling. It’s rude.” dr. hunt: “its emphatic.” while watching ‘body of proof’ last week i heard this exchange and reminded … Continue reading
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in my closet: (wo)man in black
harvard business review reported that 51% of female senior execs wear black to work compared to 18% of their male counterparts. no surprise there, we know how to rock it so much more effectively: 2007: blazer (part of a suit) … Continue reading
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