RIP Walter

Walter Aubin

May 2, 1993 - January 27, 2013

(Official Obituary)

In a world where texting is the main mode of communicating, I was surprised when my friend Sam sent me a text saying that something horrible happened and it was better she tell me in person. I had no idea what the news could have been, so I sat puzzled for a moment.

It didn't take long to receive a text with the news about Walter from another friend minutes after.

Walter and I met at university during his fall semester freshman year on Halloween. We lost touch for a while when he transferred to the University of Rhode Island, but he visited Newport often to see other friends, and that's how we reconnected. The best memory I have of him is when he carried me up the spiral staircase in my dorm room when I couldn't quite do it myself...

That was the last time I saw him, last April.

I can't say that Walter and I were super close, many people are much closer to him than I am, but I can say that there was a small period of time when we did spend together. He was funny, kind, and, to be honest, very handsome. Yet, there were moments he was also pensive. Among all of his charms, his intelligence cannot be overlooked. 

It is my greatest hope that he is at peace now. God Bless.

**Correction: Last time I saw him was his birthday with friends at Salve. I got him some Water Brothers gear leftover from a SRU Surf Club meeting and we all signed a birthday card for him. It's a good memory.

New Year's Style Resolutions

Every year, I try to build on my personal style and get a better understanding of what I like might look good, or what I have yet to try. Flipping through my Pinterest boards and Chictopia has given me ideas on what to wear for 2013 and made me realize that I have to focus more on subtle details, shoes, and jewelry. In the spirit of being a more eco-conscious shopper, I still want to stick with designer consignment and local boutiques as much as possible.

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2013 Style Inspiration: Cool. Polished. Glam.

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I really want to master the effortless polished casual style, as seen in Cara J's look on Chictopia. The outfit itself is classic, but the fit of the blazer, the color of the pants, and the style of the shoes make this cool.  I would add is a few different bracelets for accessories.

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Michael Kors and kate spade bangles, available at Nordstrom

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The bright messenger satchel worn by Generique, another Chictopian, has been a hot trend the latter half of 2012 that I think will carry over in the new year. Again, the understated cool pops in without trying too hard.

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Black will always dominate my wardrobe, but I need to find pieces that better balance soft with edge. This New Year's outfit by DentelleFleurs of Chictopia is still edgy, but the subtle HiLo cut of the top and the more intricate detail make it light.

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One of the ways to wear black without being dressed in it head-to-toe is finding good graphic prints. Kryz Uy achieves the soft-edged look in a graphic print and the HiLo hem.

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When Jessica Alba stepped out in this nude and white outfit, I absolutely fell in love. There are tones of white with neutral-colored accessories that are of a unique design. The long-brimmed fedora hat and pointed toe wedges add interest to the outfit. 

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But seriously, I am in desperate need of a gold rush of bracelets and rings...

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And I don't remember the last time I got my hair cut, but I want to experiment more with my new curling iron.