free flowing: the kimono.

"kimono" | h&m 

"some dudes marry dudes" diy'd t-shirt | fckh8 

shorts | urban outfitters 

black combat boots | river island

layered silver necklaces | forever21 |  charlotterusse | h&m

cyber | mac

the kimono kraze is taking over the planet. it's the perfect little knick-knack nugget

to add to any outfit to immediately give it an 

"i'm heading to coachella now" vibe. 

i grabbed this "kimono" from h&m a few years ago (#hipstering). 

it's actually not a kimono, but a sheer button-up dress. i remember 

it being on the sales rack for 5.95...which, of course, blew my socks off.

these boots are my favorite black combat/platform boots. 

when i was abroadin london last semester, i stupidly walked to my classes 

by going down oxford street because i told myself it was the quickest way.

it wasn't.

but by doing so, i passed all the high street stores like topshop, office, 

and of course river island.

 hope you're enjoying your monday funday,

m.p.

sun-daze.

what are Sundays for but quality time to reflect on your week? 

too bad that wasn't my today, as I was out and about doing the intern thing. 

but last Sunday, I was able to flawlessly r&r and catch up on my favorite youtubers.

and i'm not saying i've become uber-ly healthy

--as you can see a hefty helping (and a few extra licks) of peanut butter--

and I still enjoy the weekly occasional chipotle burrito bowl, but alas...I have gone vegetarian. 

well, poultritarian to get specific...basically meaning I don't eat any red meat. 

I also dabble in the seafood department.

realizing how much food affects the body really has me interested in

learning about natural beauty products for the body and hair. 

in this quest, I've scoured the interwebs and found 

a REALLY bombdotcom recipe for an au naturale hair mask.

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WARNING: pictures nsfw...

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    well, not this one.

    the recipe calls for coconut oil, argan oil, one banana, honey, and an egg.

blend everything together so it's beautifully disgusting.

slap that gloriousness on your head.

 look cute.

 pop an inside-out shower cap on (or anything that's plastic-y), then hit the sack.

 (look cute?)

excuse the lack of makeup and severe acne break outtage (told you, nsfw), 

but this mask might soon be your best friend. 

really simple, really inexpensive, and super satisfying to the hair follicles. 

I left mine in all night, but you could limit the time depending on your schedule. 

when you decide to take it out, just rinse with water then conditioner. 

your blending skills will determine how long you'll be in the shower ;)

hope you're enjoying your RR time today,

m.p.

definition.

there is something very visceral about beginning a blog.

it's both intimidating and ludicrous, carrying intentions heavy with 

inspiration, revelation, distinction...you might wonder why you took on 

such a passion project smack before entering quite possibly 

the most taxing year of your college career.

and yet the entire concept is wildly attractive.

so today, I bring you rag and riot. it's a trace of rough and ragged 

layered with a tinge of weirdness complete normality. 

it'll be a combination of my own style sense, how others perceive fashion, 

day-in the-life things, and food. 

a lot of food.

so grab some snacks, a comfy blanket, and R&R

m.p.