Camera Issues

I had all intentions of taking outfit pictures this week. Well, I go to take a picture today and my camera (Canon Powershot A3100) had a weird lens error!! Ugh!! It's less than a year old. Unfortunately, I don't know where the receipt is and I'm pretty sure I opted out of the additional warranty. So, I may have to figure out how to use my husband's fancy camera or pay him to take shots of me every other day, lol!

So, for folks who have had a similar issue, is it worth trying to have this camera fixed or should I just save up for something more substantial?

Picasa v. Flickr

 

I normally use Picasa to edit my outfit photos, upload them to flickr, and then use a flickr interface to publish my post here. I just cut out the middle man (flickr) and this post seems to be just fine. Don't get me wrong--I like the sense of community that flickr has as far as groups and communities go, but as my photography has evolved from photos of my baby and nature to daily outfits, using strictly Picasa might be the way to go!

Outfit details: Everything is thrifted except for the orange camisole (it's from Old Navy).

Floral & Stripes

Floral & Stripes, a photo by The Chocolate Wonder on Flickr.

I'm pretty sure I paired this top and skirt before but I don't think I documented it here on flickr. Anyways, I have ONE MORE DAY LEFT of school!! Yippee!! Everything is remixed. Also, everything is from Old Navy, with the exception of the flats (Target) and the earrings (thrifted).

Better photography, Or Taking this Blogging Thing to the Next Level

Lately, I've been thinking about how I can invest more time into taking better outfit pictures. Namely, finding better locations and learning how to really operate my point and shoot camera. Any tips or suggestions are welcome!

Brown & Cream Tribal

Brown & Cream Tribal, a photo by The Chocolate Wonder on Flickr.

3 more days of school left!!! So so close I can taste it, lol!

white 'poet' blouse-remixed thrifted
brown, tan, cream necklace and earrings--remixed made by coworker
brown & cream sleeveless dress thrifted (Old Navy)
brown sandals--remixed Life Stride

Mix up Purple, Pink and Floral Print

Mix up Purple, Pink and Floral Print, a photo by The Chocolate Wonder on Flickr.

I took today's color mix straight from Kimberly's Fab Finds Under $50 calender. I'm still looking for the perfect shade of orchid purple to match this skirt! Everything has been worn before.

coral cardigan Old Navy
lavender camisole thrifted
red floral skirt thrifted
rose colored flats Target

Introducing... the 'granddaddy loafers'

Introducing... the 'granddaddy loafers', a photo by The Chocolate Wonder on Flickr.

Omgoodness, I absolutely love these loafers I found the other day at Savers. Dude, they are crazy comfy and tan goes with everything, lol! Expect to see way more of these badboys!

yellow (& blue flower) camisole--remixed Old Navy
blue earrings & bracelet--remixed made by coworker
black floral tunic--remixed thrifted
olive stretch cargos--remixed Gap
tan loafers Dexter

Go Soft in Pastels

Go Soft in Pastels, a photo by The Chocolate Wonder on Flickr.

I really like how the addition of a small leather belt gives this blouse a little more definition near my waist. The darker blue of this blouse is rocking my world!

I'm featured in FabFindsUnder$50 calender for today--yay! Here's another take on pastels :).

blue multicolored blouse thrifted (Savers)
turquoise necklace--remixed made by coworker
black leather belt thrifted
gray denim skirt--remixed
turquoise sandals--remixed Cabin Creek

Wow!

I may not be updating anytime soon... Massachusetts had a freak tornado touch down last night. Tons of buildings and homes are gone... I'm a school teacher and the schools are closed today and tomorrow. My family and I are okay... however, please send positive vibes to those who've lost everything.

Fruits Week: Grape

Fruits Week: Grape, a photo by The Chocolate Wonder on Flickr.

This skirt is 100% silk and is perfect for the hot summer heat in an unconditioned classroom full of sweaty, stinky 12 year olds, lol!

blue/green necklace--remixed thrifted
olive cardigan--remixed Marshalls
purple camisole--remixed Old Navy
purple, green, and blue skirt thrifted (Norton McNaughton Petite)
olive gladiator wedges--remixed Steve Madden