finger armor

They're supposed to be rings, if you couldn't tell. Not the coolest ones I've seen, but possibly the most affordable.

i'm too poor for this but maybe someday

(Fashionology Finger Armor Ring)

(Novica Malachite 'Princess Trio' ring)

I've never spent more than $10 on any piece of jewelry, probably because I don't wear it on a regular basis and therefore deem it okay to pick up inexpensive things from places like Forever 21 and H&M. But even if I did wear these purchases all the time, I'd probably end up with those notorious green stains that come from reactions between sweat, oxygen, and mixed metals.

So I'd rather invest in things that won't discolor my fingers, even if they're a bit pricier. It's just a matter of when I'll be able to afford it without selling my soul. Above, some cool looking rings I found while poking around luluandyourmom. Her ability to wear so much jewelry while still managing to get through her days is amazing to me. But maybe that's just because I just suck at being a jewelry-savvy girl.

a bone to pick

What frustrates me most about fashion's take on female jeans is its limited utility! It seems like I'd have to sacrifice looking good if I wanted the same kind of convenience that guys enjoy from their pants. Jeans have always felt kind of restrictive for me, especially in high school when I ran track and my butt and thighs were massive! lol Stretch denim became my best friend, needless to say. And now that tight pants are in vogue, I have a hard time finding a pair that will also accommodate my monstrous calves. Is there no compromise that allows for looking nice AND being comfortable for us bottom-heavy people?

Plus, what's with the small pockets? Are they small because designers assume we're going to use purses to carry all our things? Maybe I'd rather fit all my necessities into some substantial pockets than have to carry a purse when I go out and do things that inevitably require the use of my hands...

Speaking of hands, jewelry is pretty much the same story. I'd love to decorate myself with crazy pieces and I love the look of certain styles, but I also love comfort and convenience. Is this problem just inherent to female fashion?


(Clover Web Bracelet)


(Clover Four Finger Web Bracelet)