Style Icon: Ramona Quimby, Age 8
As a big lover of books from my youth (bringing to mind rainy days spent curling up on the couch, finding out what my favorite troublemakers were up to) I am without a doubt influenced by those characters in all areas of my life, especially my style. Maybe it’s not a coincidence that Portland author Beverly Cleary created one of my accidental style icons, Ramona Quimby! That little pest knew how to dress: as many colors and prints and items as felt good, and you can’t go wrong with a good tutu! Here’s a typical Quimby Look:
A comfy, retro baseball tee (so 70s!) tucked into a pair of overalls (not just for kids anymore, y’all, look for them on the runway I swear,) some cute yet practical galoshes (Skerry by Tretorn, we also have black!) to ensure you will be seen as you ride your bike at night, some playful socks (maybe a matching pair, maybe not,) and a toasty, furry, kinda loud, very cool earflap cap (this one is by Pistil.)
See? Warm and boring are not one in the same! Portland is proof-positive of that!
xoxo,
Sally
Every Man Needs a Good Shoe… (5)
Well hello again! In case you have forgotten, we are in the midst of many exciting discoveries about Portland Men, and have been categorizing them accordingly, including (what else?) their shoes. Let’s continue with our latest discovery!
Species: Sportium Spicicus
Habitats: Portland Rock Gym, PDX Midnight Mystery Ride, a bike lane near you.
Prominent Markings: bike helmet, muscle tone, clean shaven face, anorak, golden retriever (who is a rescue, it’s a really sweet story.)
Demeanor: energetic, possibly to the point of being “pumped.”
Shoe choices: Cushe, Tretorn/Puma, SeaVees.
(Styles shown, left to right, are by SeaVees and Cushe, available at Manifesto.)
How are we doing so far? Are there any personality types we haven’t covered yet that you would like us to get to?
xoxo,
Sally
Ok, Portland, here comes the rain again. I’m sure you are all SHOCKED by this of course*, but once you get over your initial inconvenience, it’s time to stop hibernating and leave the house. What better to step out in than these cute rain boots by Tretorn? They are simple, adorable, and functional. With a toasty fleece lining and grippy rubber sole, they’re comfy and easy to wear every day- which, judging by the look of things outside, you may have to! Stop by and take a look!
*Can you translate sarcasm over the internet?
