Rum and Spokes


Saturday night was a beautiful evening, though still a little chilly in the 50's, so it was a perfect night to don these amazing grey trousers from Mel. They've been traveling around the Delightful Dozen and I've been keeping them captive in my closet waiting for the perfect inspiration to wear them. I decided to get my bike out of storage and get all the tires inflated so I could go for a little ride!

Back in college I had my little pink Schwinn (I still do, but it's in storage down in Washington), and me and my girlfriends used to all go on bike rides around north Spokane. Our favorite destination? The liquor store. For some reason it just was so amusing to me to pull up to the liquor store on a tiny, pink, banana-seat bicycle and go in to buy some rum. So, I went on a reminiscing ride to my local liquor store in memory of good times. I need to get me a bike lock so I can go places other than the liquor store. I'm always paranoid about my bike getting stolen.



cardigan/target :: shirt/vintage :: pants/vintage from Mel via the Delightful Dozen
sunglasses/pac sun :: shoes/minnetonka :: bag/tulu via cosette


When I finally get a Brave I'm going to take apart my bike and repaint it to match the Winne's stripes. Then, when I'm driving around with it latched to the back it'll be so cute and matching! I need to get a basket. A bike is not a bike without a basket. Maybe the dog I get will be small and able to ride in a basket, too cute!
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38 musings:

the red bungalow said...

I'm a huge bike lover and puppy lover, so I automatically adore this photo series. :) Fantastic!

Happy Monday,

Bre @ http://theredbungalow.blogspot.com

HelloKorin said...

so cute! I have a baby blue beach cruiser, but i haven't found anywhere to ride it yet, it's too hilly downtown. and, i've been looking everywhere for a bike basket! even if just for a place to put my purse.

Kallie said...

I love the trousers with moccasins, it reminds me of my dad when he would ocme home from work when I was a kid. I mean this in the best way, not that its manly, but handsome nonetheless, it evokes nice memories.
Blue bikes are glorious!

Melanie said...

Awesome bike, cute pup and love your shoes. What's up, trifecta?

Melanie @Unravelled Threads
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Chaucee said...

That's such a great bike! yes, a basket would complete it.

Sara Lynn said...

I love the idea if the winnie matching your bike :)

I love the pants, they are super cute!!

Juliette said...

You look adorable (and so does your dog)! I love the messenger bag as well!

-Juliette WhereForArtThouRomeo

Healthy and Homemade said...

Great pants!

bestie said...

Cute outfit, perfect for a day of biking! Those trousers are so chic, and as usual you look gorgeous. (:

DearBeatrice said...

the bag is so cute! love your bike :)

katrina said...

your hair looks just gorgeous!amazing!
Love these pics here!

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Daisy said...

The trousers looks lovely and I really like the idea about painting your bike to match your winnie!

kirstyb said...

oooh loving those shoes and great pics xxxx

Destined For Now said...

Oh a matching bike and brave would be so adorable. And the dog you get should wear a matching bandanna or sweater!

saracarver said...

love love love this whole outfit,i might just be missing it but where is your purse from?! its ridiculously cute

Panda said...

Such a lovely photo shoot! Do you use a tripod?
Panda x

Lesa said...

Love your bag, pup and mocs.

Christy said...

Nice bike. I also need to get a lock....not having one is always my excuse for not going biking.

maybe I'm just secretly lazy though...

Clare said...

My god, these are ridiculously adorable!

Jenny said...

oooh, where is that bag from? so cute.

Kate @ Earth vs. The Wild Heart said...

I've been watching these trousers in their travels & I'm definitely into them rolled up like they are here. Very summery! Also adoring your very colourful top. Nice look :]

tess said...

ooo I wish I had my puppy with me right now

Lexie, Little Boat said...

this post is an overload of cute! i love that you used to bike to the liquor store!!

Starr Crow said...

all you ladies keep reminding me of how much i need to get a bike! i like yours, but you've definitely gotta get a basket for the little guy. It's a must! Love the pants Mel's sending around. Also, i think we'd get along just fine with the whole rum sitch. rum + diet= my good time. And yes, in response to something you posted the other day (maybe here, maybe twitter), sometimes the rum makes me say a little more than I probably should have!

OooKellyNicky said...

Cute bike, love that your smiling in some of these. I rarely get to see that with you.

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fashion_nerd said...

I *love* your shoes! The whole outfit is really cute, laid back and comfy looking, but I especially love the shoes!


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Like Square Polka Dots said...

Very cute! I love your moccasins. You should also get a horn to go along with your bike haha

Chandra/ Modern Day Charm said...

You are the cutest thing ever. Love your blog and your style! Your hair is so great!

SWEATshirtDRESSshirt said...

i am loving these bike pictures. they make me so excited for summer!

you should post a picture of the straight hair you were talking about on your twitter!

xoxo
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C said...

dog is so cute... there was a Jack around here that used to get loose (every other day?) but we would round him up and take him home.

Out of Order said...

oh my goodness, that is an adorable shot of your pup! Painting the bike to match the Winnebago is an awesome idea :]

kelly ann said...

you look so cute!! my dog sometimes sits in my bike basket, she thinks she's pretty dang cool and loves the wind in her fur! ;)

BikeWorkPlay said...

Cute bike! Those rum rides sound like a whole lotta fun!

sallyannie☆ said...

Oh, I'm also completely paranoid of my bike being stolen! I wrap the lock through the front wheel, the seat, the helmet, everything! I always feel a little ridiculous, but better safe than sorry, right?

I LOVE your pink bike, wish I had one like that!

Trishna said...

I love hearing your thought about the brave. It's almost like me planning for my dream house. Just talking about it makes it so much more real. :) Lovely bag and shoes.

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Alejandra said...

hahaha what an amazing post! rum and bikes have been the epitome of my weekend <333

magpie said...

AHHHH!!!!!!!

Where did you go to college???

I live in CDA........So I'm kind of dumbfounded because I have NEVER found a blogger so close to home :):)

I love your bike and I love your hair and I just love your style. You are such an inspiration. I've been followinng you for a while- and now I love you even more now that you've been close to my home :)

Have you been to moscow??pullman?