Dating... and their meanings.

Isn't it funny that there are so many romantic comedies/movies out there that make it seem that the general population is looking for this elusive thing called love. In reality, I think most people are just looking for a quick lay. I, personally, think that the institution of love is a sham. Sure, I believe in the concept and the feeling, but for the most part I think I don't have the ability to love someone. Maybe I'm jaded, or have been damaged somehow (I'm sure that's what all the men reading this is thinking right now...who fucked this chick up...). It's not that I'm not trying, or trying NOT to fall in love, maybe it's just not in the cards for me. Or I just need to be more patient.

ANYWAY, since my ex broke up with me I've been on a slew of dates. By slew I mean a shit ton. Good and bad, but nothing that stuck around. Here's what I've learned and encountered....

When guys say....they mean....

A) "I'm sort of a homebody, I like a good snuggle."

Read: "I would rather not spend too much money. It's also easier to lure her into my bed this way."

B) "Lets meet up at a coffee shop. I don't drink alcohol."

Read: "Coffee is WAY cheaper than alcohol."

*My disclaimer: I like drinking. I appreciate alcohol. I don't always drink myself into oblivion, but it's nice to wind down with alcohol. I've worked in multiple bars & restaurants, and people who don't drink are aliens to me. Also, I don't need to feel self conscious around ppl who don't drink.

C) "Let's watch a movie in my bedroom, so I won't bother my roommate (or the better one..."because my bed is so comfortable")"

Read: "I'm totally going to fuck her tonight. Half my work is already done!"

D) "You look great, that's a great dress/top on you?"
Read: "I've already checked out your rack...."

E) "You look stressed, let me give you a massage."
Read: "I am inches away from her boobs and steps from getting her naked." Or "Breaking the touch barrier, winning!"

F) "I'm not ready for a relationship right now."

Read: "GUILT FREE SEX WITH ANYONE AND EVERYONE"

G) "We need to talk."
Read: You are getting dumped. 95% of the time this is true...

hello 2011

i have ignored this blog for a whole year. shame on me...

gemini

thank you wikipedia for telling me how i am.....to a T

They are associated with change and versatility. Individuals born under the four mutable quality signs are thought to be adaptable, impressionable, sharp, sympathetic, communicative, resourceful and restless, with a gift for seeing both sides of a situation at the same time and an immense desire for knowledge, variety and new ideas. They supposedly adapt very well to new situations, possess much flexibility, seldom have any particular agenda and are perfectly happy to fill in an assigned role. However, they are also said to be inconsistent, changeable, nervous, indecisive and irresponsible, with a tendency to get wrapped up in tiny particulars. There is also a certain duality associated with all the mutable quality signs.

UGH

>> The mutable or bicorporal signs signify a duality of life experiences, and those individuals who are influenced by these signs are likely to have two main experiences, two main vocations, or two main loves that will strongly affect them for the totality of their existence.

shoulders

As of late I've been obsessed about shoulders. Not only mine but others! [NOT in a creepy way....] Mostly in a 'Hey, I really like that top!' way....

Definitely my kind of look for the summer. One shoulder, messy hair, really light makeup [eyeliner, mascara, some brow powder & a light dust of blush] Thank you Florida for burning me and giving me this awesome tan with a few tan lines here and there. Haha

Oh, and since my hair has grown wayyy longer than it was last November/December [when I first cut them myself] I wanted to try out some straight edge bangs again. These pictures from Garace Dore totally inspired me [again] I mean what the heck, hair grows out! I never really understood why girls always sobbed and bawled when they got dramatic makeovers, think ANTM. I guess it's been years since I actually told my hairdresser/stylist, Carlos**, what kind of cut I wanted. I've always gone to Carlos, he's AMAZING. I sit down and talk to him while he cuts my hair. I always love what he gives me, and I barely need to utter a word!

XoxOO

A.Darling

** If you are ever in the North West burbs, say 20-30 minutes out from Chicago get your hair cut my Carlos! He works at Identity located in Northlake on the corner of Grand and Wolf.

My latest haircut right after leaving the salon. I thought he gave me a mullet at first. I just called it mullet chic hahaha. Oh, pardon my lack of facial expression, I don't always tend to look like a huge cunty bitch lol.

when you go on vacation

ummmm do it up in style!!

AA.Darling & I went to Atlanta to visit our very good friend Alan. The house he grew up in was featured in Southern Living. It was GORRRGEOUS!!

part of the study.

living room

the study, where if we were to play clue i chose to die here with a pistol

anorexic alan about to fall bc of the 1mph wind.... he got so tiny!!

reading GQ obviously, but my margarita disappeared

definitely taking advantage of the amazing weather we had there. it was barely over 90!!

our handsome alan. we miss you dearly

AA.Darling chillin in the hot tub w. his vogue & drink

front of the house. lol

That's it!!

XOXO

A.Darling

Beach Time

Yay Beach! Sand in our pockets, shoes, butts, and ...

Whyyyyyyy

....are you so cute AA. Darling?! Gaaahhh

I'm back in Chicago from Miami, god the drive was looooooooooooonnnnggggg.

But I'm tannnn =)

PS Guess who has a J.Dauphin spring/summer bag?!

I'll make him blog abt it

xoXO

A.Darling

Jackets

So summer has officially hit me. Mostly, because I'm in Florida and just got my shoulders sunburnt. The last time I got sunburned was in Hawaii almost 7 yrs ago when I took a 3 hr long nap in a cloudless sky... This burn is not so bad, but still painful ugh.

Anyway, I wanted to share w. you the sweet ass leather jacket from Balmain a la Tommy Ton

So my personal style is a good, huge, billow-ly tank or t (think a.wang) and shorts. Some sweet boots and an awesome fitted jacket. 10 out of 2340 times you'll see me in this. I like creating the silhouette with smaller over bigger. Does that make sense?

Ok so I tagged this as what not to wear, but it's really how not to stand. (or make that kind of face)

K That is all.

XOXO

A.Darling

bug eye-ed

I meant to find a blog and ended up wasting 2 hours reading blogs.... mainly ones I've favourited. Anyway, here's a picture of AA.Darling with his sunglasses, a find he got on EBay. When he showed them to me he totally made me Shut the F*ck Up.

Jane from Sea of Shoes purchased them on EBay too around the same time he did.

I saw one or two people wearing the same shaped glasses in the River North area, and if not mistaken there are some sweet ones at the Ralph Lauren store on Chicago and Michigan in tortoise shell.

xoxo

A.Darling

AA. Darling - Reporting for Duty.

Hello,

I am AA. Darling (not to be confused with blog founder - A. Darling)

I would like to formally introduce myself by posting a NOT OKAY fashion post. I have a keen eye for those who know how to do it... but I have a better eye for those who DON'T. So janky Chicago dressers - beware. Your Ugg booted - North Faced - elastic pant fat ass is on my radar, and I have no mercy.

This woman must have been sucking clown dick when she put this outfit on this morning. The worst part is that you know the crop colored sock with the faggy stripped sandal combination is intentional!! Let's just say I'm not surprised at all that she is carrying a bag from The Gap. This is what I get for taking public transportation. (Since this day my taxi budget has dramatically increased)

Alright, that is all!! A.A.D. - Signing out!

what not to wear

Whoever thought of making a harness so that it'd be easier for people to tote around their laptops OPEN while they walk and sit needs to be shot. Why on heaven and earth would you do this to yourself?!

You are not homeless, or very poor [trust me she wasn't] there is no excuse for this jacket with a pink hoody. Those pants have got to go too, on the plus side she had a really pretty bun

what not to wear

Look what I caught this guy wearing. Ohhhhhhhhh noooooooooo. In the Gold Coast, really?!

Bonnie & Clyde Spring Show

The Bonnie&Clyde show was sometime in early May, I think, and was at Manor Nightclub. It's an alright club, but the crowd they attract is weird. Think old men in their late 30's and skanky girls in their early 20's. It was their second show this year, the first being at Lumen when they debuted the Christian Siriano ready to wear.

Anyway, these pictures are of AA.Darling & C.Darling. We were shopping on Oak and met up with Alex after he got off work. It was a very uncommonly gorgeous day for May...

Close up of Alex's gingham fatty tie. Haha

We're in the Grand Redline el stop [which to this day is still under construction] and decided for a photo op.

Bye!

A.Darling

hiiiiii

So I wanted to be The Debonaires, but thedebonaires.blogspot.com was taken up by some band or whatever so C.Darling wanted to be 'The Darlings' and so here we are....The Darling Project bringing to you a little taste of our fashion sense.

I'll figure out what we want to do with the site color and such later. I'm stuck in Miami bored out of my mind and have a few things to post already!! Enjoy!

Love,

A.Darling