guest blogging is the new black.

Oh hai! I'm not sure if Morgan knew what exactly she was getting herself into when she begged, then pleaded, then offered up her first born if I would pretty please guest blog for her. I mean.. she would've gotten me on the first go had she offered up a carrot cake cupcake. I guess, for those not in the Merl know, I should introduce myself before I bombard you with the greatest 'Ode to Morgan & Lua' photoshoot ever. My name is Merl, and I vent [a lot] and sometimes post outfit photos over yonder at clyde's rebirth. I also create one of a kind jewelry using all deadstock vintage and pre-loved material. You can shop the collection right here. I won't even be mad if you don't finish reading this post to go buy stuff. My cats have to eat and I need new shoes. Speaking of feline friends.. I have two. Clyde is my main man, and Molo is his girlfriend. Seeing as he is the main inspiration behind the brand name [mo get's a shout out with the paw logo, plus something even bigger coming soon....] but doesn't get much actual photographic air time, I figured this was the best way to kill two birds with one big stone. I mean.. Morgan made Lua share the blog title with her, but she gives that canine way more fan exposure than I do my furry companion. My reasoning was this: I don't have Morgan's ridiculously shiny locks, nor do I have her enviable lithe figure. I DO, however, have a pet. It took him some petrified spastic glances over both shoulders every other second, and a few alligator rolls to try and get out of the harness, and he didn't really frolic through the grass like I hoped he would.. but I think this collection of photos aptly describes us both, while giving a tip of the hat to Ms. Morgan's gorgeous water shots, dotted with a happy Lua running amuck.

[*note: only Clyde's pride was harmed during the making of these photos. Special shout out to the M for some more fabulous photos]

I also tried to echo ms thang's simple but chic wardrobe.. a body con dress from h&m kept day appropriate and skank free by a flouncy metallic gold thrifted skirt, hiked up by my favorite vintage belt, and topped off with a necklace from my shop, and some wedges on permanant loan from a friend. I didn't mean to keep the sunnies on the whole time, because I had actually taken the time to put on eye shadow, but it was muggy and Clyde was quite anxious.. which in turn meant he shed. A lot. The odd and lingering looks from bikers, joggers, and the casual passerby also contributed to a speedy shoot. Last thing I need these days is PETA knocking down my door.

Thank you Morgan darling, for asking me to guest post while you are vacationing with the ginger. I had a blast doing the photos, and you can expect me to return the favor of you taking the reins when my vacay comes up. And thank you to the new kids for humoring me by wasting 10-15 minutes [depending on your reading speed] on this post. I'm always in the market for fresh meat to stalk, so please stop by and say yellow :)

[x]m.