Worst Behavior Shirt and Cashmere Pants The Clunkster.jpg

top. pants (similar). sneakers. lipgloss (in Bow n Arrow).

Happy Labor Day, babes! I hope you celebrated today safely and socially distanced. Could you imagine reading that sentence a year ago? Pandemics are wild.

Pre-pandemic, I had an amazing job at Naked Retail, a collaborative retail space full of amazing brands that I usually spent my entire paycheck on. Since I’m returning to work next week, I’m reminiscing on some brands we’ve had in the past. And it just so happens that one of my favorite looks includes two of them!

The first is Don’t Tell Mama, a brand that makes some awesomely comfy graphic tees. You all know how I feel about graphic tees, but all of these are adorable and super soft. I loved the fit of this one.

Next is Naked Cashmere, which makes some of the most beautiful cashmere pieces out there. I didn’t know anything about cashmere before working at Naked, but I fell in love with these joggers. I’ve said it once, and I’ll say it again: if you have never worn cashmere pants, please try a pair on, because they will change your life.

Put both of these pieces together and you get a fun, comfortable look that’s perfect for laying on your couch or dining on the sidewalk. Just make sure you’re wearing your mask, of course!

All Hail the Pant Leg Man

July 7, 2020Outfit of the Day, StyleKristenComment

shirt (obviously from the Pant Leg Man, but this one is very similar). shorts. sneakers. sunglasses.

I post about this shirt a lot, but I think it’s important that I give some context as to how it came into my life.

As you (hopefully) know by now, my parents and I are huge metal fans, especially my dad. About two years ago, we went to a Judas Priest concert at Nassau Coliseum. We were actually supposed to see them again at the Coliseum in September, but it got canceled. Not because of COVID, but because the venue is closing, which makes me super sad. I grew up going to concerts there.

But I digress. As we were leaving, there were the usual men standing outside selling Judas Priest tees, and my dad decided to buy me one. The man asked what size I wanted, and when I told him, he rolled up his pant legs, where various tees were hidden. He literally took it out of his pants. I bought a T-shirt from a man’s pants.

I think about that Pant Leg Man a lot. Without him, I wouldn’t have gotten one of my favorite shirts. One of my friends actually has a very similar shirt that he bought “officially,” and it’s fading and ripping. My shirt is doing just fine.

That just goes to show you, always believe in the Pant Leg Man.

spice up your life

May 3, 2020Outfit of the Day, StyleKristenComment

shirt (a clunkster original!). leggings. sneakers. sunglasses.

What’s up fam? How are we doing? Hangin in there? I’ve been thanking God that the weather has been so beautiful lately. Being able to go outside for a walk or just sit on my deck and watch the world has been doing wonders for my sanity. It sucks that I can’t go out and do all the fun spring and summer-y things, but it’s looking like some parts of New York are going to be opening up on May 15th, so fingers crossed that we can get back out there at least a little!

Today, my parents and I went for a drive around Long Island, which has been our Sunday routine during quarantine. I decided to wear this comfy, springy outfit even though no one really saw me. I honestly could’ve stayed in my pajamas. But it’s nice to be a person sometimes! A crop top and leggings can do wonders for the soul.

headbanger

January 26, 2020StyleKristenComment

A couple months back, my friend and I went to one of the coolest bars in New York, if not the world: Duff’s of Brooklyn! For non-heavy metal fans, this place is essentially a shrine to the bands I grew up listening to. Records and posters cover the walls, ceiling, and even the floor. Seriously, there’s no space that isn’t covered by some form of metal memorabilia. Even the bathrooms are cool! My personal favorites were the zombie sitting amongst the crowd, and the “Devil’s Ukulele,” signed by some of the greatest men in heavy metal. I was full of Corona and awe.

shirt (similar). leggings. sneakers. sunglasses. lipgloss (in sanctuary).

So what do you wear to a metal bar? I chose my Judas Priest tour shirt (and prayed that the friend I was meeting wouldn’t wear the same one), my trusty leggings, and a pair of heels (but my white Converse looked cute too). I wore my darker lipstick to fit ~the vibe~, and my blue light glasses once I realized how many neon signs there were.

If you’re a metal fan, I highly recommend checking Duff’s out. And if you’re not, go anyway! Just don’t get scared of the zombie I made out with.

five graphic tees i'll actually wear

November 9, 2019StyleKristenComment

This Hey Arnold shirt is one of my favorite tees in the world. It’s a really fun, nostalgic pattern. — This *Hey Arnold* shirt is one of my favorite tees in the world. It’s a really fun, nostalgic pattern.

So here’s a little-known fact about me: I hate graphic tees. I bet it would be sort of a shock to my younger self, who lived in the tee section at dELiA*s (my personal favorite is still the bright pink double-music-note heart shirt). In general, I tend to stick with basics that I can mix and match. I love a good pattern, but I can’t stand the stupid sayings that companies are slapping on these shirts. I saw one the other day at Zara that literally said “This is a Graphic Tee” and I almost vomited.

But every now and then, I come across something I absolutely love. Here’s a list of graphic tees that are my vibe:

Art Tee from Dazey LA, $52

I’ve been obsessed with Dazey LA since I started following them on Instagram a couple months back. Dani Nagel, a graphic designer, started her line to empower women through graphics that “stand for something.” Every shirt is beautiful, but this Art Tee is my absolute favorite. I love the whimsical, artsy vibe with a message that everyone should hear.

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GOODIE TWO SLEEVES N’Sync Boyfriend Women’s Tee from Tilly’s, $23

Fun fact, I once crashed my car while listening to *NSYNC’s “No Strings Attached,” but that’s not why I like this shirt. I’m definitely one to wear a good band tee, especially if it’s simple and a band that I actually know and love to listen to. Bonus points if it’s vintage. Does the 90s count as vintage yet? Gross.

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HUF x Betty Boop Livewire Pink Long Sleeve T-Shirt from Zumiez, $38

If you put Betty Boop on anything, I will buy it. If you release an entire collection with Betty Boop graphics, I’ll worship your brand forever. HUF does collaborations with cartoons so wonderfully, I forget they’re even graphic tees. I also love tees with a small graphic on the front and a bigger one on the back, like this one from Halsey. So this one gets an A+ from me.

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Aloha From Hell White Tee from Broken Promises, $29

Broken Promises is another brand I’ve been Insta-obsessed with. I genuinely get excited when they pop up on my timeline, which is rare for me, as I’ve established many times in this article that I don’t enjoy graphic tees. But Broken Promises designs edgy clothes that make me feel understood. I sound so emo.

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You’re Too Old Tee from Sugarhigh Lovestoned, $58

photo from Sugarhigh Lovestoned’s website

The worst part of graphic tees are the weird messages that are always printed on them. My personal favorites include “Allergic to Drama,” “Not an Influencer,” and “Careful with My Heart.” The only time I’ll wear one is when I wholeheartedly love the message, like this one! My dad taught me this from a very young age, so it’s super special to me.

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