Austin, Texas

When I was in high school, I found it hard to find a spare moment where I could just blog about fashion. From designing an on-going collection each year and volunteering, to intensive school work, I was just about as busy as you could get, yet I still found myself writing at late hours of the night about shows during NYFW, PFW, and LFW. Looking back, I really do not know how I did it, especially since I was in eight classes that required lots of attention despite last year being the year that you're "supposed to" slack off. However now that I am in college, I find it even harder to just sit down at my computer and blog, since I am just getting acclimated to my new school. I am majoring in Textiles and Apparel, but this semester I have to get all my "pointless classes" (for lack of a better adjective) out of the way, and I am quite disappointed, seeing that I cannot fit my sewing machine in my tiny dorm room or take any actual design classes this semester. In order to compensate for not sewing, I focus on creating unique outfits each day for school and as I walk through the city of Austin, I look for inspiration for future collections (and of course I do my daily "newspaper" readings on Bloglovin'). 

Although I wish I was at FIT or Parson's right now, I know that in four short years I will be in the great city of NYC, exploring the vast culture. For now I'm in a city which I was not looking forward to living in, but with every waking day, I seem to become even more enamored with Austin. On weekends as I walk through downtown, I get a quick nostalgic feeling of my last summer in New York City. People fill the streets, and are out late, analogous to New York. But I am not equating the two cities, since above all NYC will always be my favorite. They're differences do however override their similarities, and I must say that Austin really deserves to be on the top list of "America's Worst Dressed." The weather here is miserable, with temperatures reaching 113 degrees F according to my thermometer, but even so I am able to accommodate my style to this weather, while everyone else just seems to not put even a second of thought into their wardrobes. In the coming weeks, I will have photos of the good, the bad, and the worst dressed around campus. To sum up people's attires here are three essential items: Nike shorts, t-shirts, chacos (or flip flops). Perhaps the winter may be better, but I can already guess that people will wear similar clothing, only layering a North Face on top of their t-shirts.

In the coming months I will have editorial shoots taken by my sister which will be fun! NYFW is coming up so be prepared for my daily reviews of my favorite shows! Also my sister and I went to a wedding last night and my roommate did my makeup (picture below)!!

Aidan Mattox dress, Michael Kors shoes, Vintage clutch

Until next time!

xox,

RoJo

ARCTIC MONKEYS: E n g l i s h R o c k e r s

All photos taken by me or random people who I asked to snap a photo !


A few weeks ago, I did a special post on the Raveonettes and the Arctic Monkeys, highlighting these two European bands who I listen to almost daily. So in case it was not clear, I am in love with the Arctic Monkeys. This morning as I awoke, I rushed to my computer and franticly searched for tickets for the Arctic Monkeys at the House of Blues in Houston. It was very unlike me to just buy these tickets so last minute, since I planned on purchasing them the day they went on sale. However it's better late than never! I managed to find some decently priced tickets and put together an outfit for the show. Let's just say that this morning was quite stressful. As the day progressed all I could think about was what waited for me only a few hours away: listening to my favorite band live for the third time. 


The show began with a few songs by Young Buffalo. The young band from Mississippi surprised the crowd as they clapped and shouted. I really liked them and actually did hear them before the concert, so it was exciting to see this band live! As I exited the concert, I found them casually leaning near the elevator smoking cigarettes and got a picture with them! This group gave me a good vibe, so you should definitely check them out! And of course, since this is a fashion blog, two members graphic crew necks and the lead singer wore a multicolored knit polo with black pants. 

Young Buffalo

 And then of course, the Arctic Monkeys came on, and the crowd went wild. I was quite surprised to see the House of Blues so packed to see this band. There were a lot of older couples, not very much 18 year olds and what not, but nonetheless it was interesting to people watch. The Arctic Monkeys opened with Library Pictures and throughout the show played some of my favorite songs including 'Teddy Picker', 'Do Me a Favour', 'The Hellcat Spangled Shalalala', and many more. They played 'When the Sun Goes Down' and then said their farewells to the hyped Houston crowd, which ended with endless chants. I knew they would come back since they still had not played 'Suck it and See', and I knew that they were not going to let the fans leave without hearing the song that their new album is titled after. Shortly after they came out and played it (shocker) and then later played 'Florescent Adolescent' and ended the night with '505', which is in my top 5 favorite songs from the Arctic Monkeys (used to only fall asleep to that song...). They actually ended with that song when they came two years ago as well! Here is the complete setlist of tonight's show! 

The band did a wonderful job mixing all of their albums and I commend them for their wonderful performance. This was the third time seeing them live, and probably the best concert I've seen of theirs yet. In fact, this was one of the best concerts that I have ever been to, including many from Coachella! As soon as they were finished I went outside, with a purpose, and that was to finally get a picture with at least one member from the band! Two years ago when I saw them, I waited in the rain for over an hour, and Jaimie Cook came out but he was in such a state of ecstasy and quite drunk, (might I add he was with a girl), so he was quite rushed and I could only get a mere autograph on my shabby ticket. This time however, I did not care how long I had to wait, but I had to finally get a picture with the band! As I waited with my friends Danielle and Jacque, our feet began to hurt, but we did not let it get in our way! As soon as the band walked out, the security made everyone go to the corner and did not let anyone approach their trailer. I thought they were just going to leave and I became very angry, however the trailer was motionless for over 20 minutes and I began to suspect that they were not going to leave just yet. I decided to tweet and mention them (and I'm pretty sure it worked). About 10 minutes later they announced that they would be signing autographs.  

After three years, I finally got to get an autograph from each member of the band and they were all really nice. Not only did I get autographs, but they agreed to take a photo, which actually made my day. Even though it took me three concerts to finally get to meet them, I met them in the end! So moral of the story kids: Keep trying to do anything you want to accomplish in life even if you may fail a few times!

And of course the Monkeys were looking stylish as usual. Alex wore a white crew neck graphic with dark washed denim jeans (slightly rolled). Jaimie wore a black crew neck tucked into his jeans. Nick O'mailey wore a denim button down (my fave) and Matt Helders wore a crew neck tee as well.

Me, Alex Turner, and Danielle. 

Nick O'Maily and Matt Helders with me and my friend Danielle

Jaimie Cook with me and my friend Danielle!!

xox,
RoJo