New friend & sponsor, SWELL!!

I've said it before, and I'll say it again--I LOVE getting new packages in the mail! (Don't we all?!)

This time, the package is from my awesome friends at SWELL! Everyone there is so nice, I'm very glad to be working with them. Please stay tuned to my blog, and their website, as I'll be guest blogging for them from time to time!

I've been a fan of the brand "Jen's Pirate Booty" for awhile now, and didn't even really think I'd have the chance to have one of their dresses. Boy, was I wrong! This dress makes me feel a bit like a pirate wench. Arrr!!

I know probably way more than I should about lace, and let me tell you--this is fabulous lace!

I was REALLY excited to receive this dress from the "Spare" section on SWELL'S website. It was one of those things that I wasn't sure if I was going to like until I tried it on, but when I did, I knew I'd made the right decision to choose this dress! It fits my style well, don't you think?

The fringe detail is siiick! Definitely in right now.

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red Jen's Pirate Booty dress- http://www.swell.com/JENS-PIRATE-BOOTY-JANIS-DRESS?cs=YB

mustard Spare dress- http://www.swell.com/JENS-PIRATE-BOOTY-JANIS-DRESS?cs=YB

Chictopia--A contest for YOU, and a contest for ME!

First of all, I would like to let everyone know that I have entered a contest on Chictopia!

I rarely enter contests, but I really like this one, and would like to ask you, my lovely readers, to vote for me!

CONTEST FOR ME: I hope that you like my outfit, and I hope you can do this for me!! If so, click here!

If you can, please add this photo to your favourites! (Vote for it & share it on FB & Twitter too, if you like!)

CONTEST FOR YOU: The contest is for a BRAND NEW Betsey Johnson purse!! ** If you clicked "favourite" for me, you will receive THREE entries in this contest. Reply to this thread to let me know, and receive your 3 entries!** Photos of the purse will be shared shortly!

Also, I've never publically announced it, but since I have a Chictopia, add me if you like! Sometimes I update outfits there that aren't on LookBook!

CHICTOPIA

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Disclaimer: The contest you're voting for me in states in its rules "Encourage people to vote, favorite & share your entry - the most voted, favorited and shared entries will be finalists." so this contest is my encouragement to you! Please ONLY vote for me and enter yourself in this contest if you truly like my outfit and would like to vote for it! If you do not wish to vote for my outfit, do not!! I will have many more contests in the near future, so this is not your only chance to win something awesome. :)

Night Driver, drifitin' home again // Wearing my new Jeffrey Campbell's!

I swear, this vintage tee is probably one of my favourite shirts. My boyfriend found it for me! He has such a good eye!

We took all these pictures in probably less than 5 minutes. There are cougars in the area, and there was something huge rustling around in the bushes, so. We're outie!!

I'm also in LOVE with my new bone cross necklace. My friend Jenna got it for me as one of my Christmas presents! It's made from naturally collected coyote phalanges! (Although I like to be silly and pretend that they're human, because they're about the same size, haha)

My new shoes!! I've already worn them 4 or 5 times this year, because I am truly obsessed.

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leopard tee-vintage

cluster of bones necklace- www.os-accessories.com

naturally collected coyote bone necklace- from Jenna

religious bracelet- also from Jenna

skirt- http://www.forever21.com/

tights- http://www.express.com/home.jsp

shoes- Jeffrey Campbell, http://www.nastygal.com/

A peak at Crash & Burn Apparel! // My new olive parka!

I know I gave a bit into a sneak peak of one of the items I received from Crash & Burn Apparel, but I figured I'd show off everything! MUCH love to everyone at Crash & Burn for sending these to me. I love them SO much! I can't wait to take more photos in these clothes!!

I LOVE my this skeleton Marie Antoinette top!

It says "LIVE FAST, DIE PRETTY" on it, and even has little gem embellishments!!

This top is awesome, too! I love the faded wash on it.

Okay okay, I bought into the olive parka trend. I'd been wanting one forever!! Got this on sale at JC Penny for like $10. Isn't that a steal?!

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olive parka- jc penny

Crash & Burn black top- http://www.shopcrashandburn.com/shop/item.cfm?id=165

Crash & Burn white top- http://www.shopcrashandburn.com/shop/item.cfm?id=196

Announcement!

Faltering Bird now has a Twitter!

I'll announce special things such as contests, etc, ahead of time on my twitter. So follow me there to be the most up to date!

Click here to view my twitter!!

My new poncho & feather necklace!!

I love my new feather necklace, c/o Minxshop, and my new poncho, c/o Mexy shop!! I'm all about baggy bat-wing tops and feathers right now, if you haven't noticed!!

Closeup of the both. Aren't they awesome?! The feather necklace is so delicate, and the poncho is SO warm!!

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poncho- c/o http://mexyshop.myshopify.com/products/206530

feather necklace- c/o http://www.etsy.com/shop/Minxshop?ref=seller_info

sweater underneath- free people

skirt- c/o http://www.romwe.com/

boots- http://www.durangoboot.com/

And I'll wash away the sands of time, wash them away

My boyfriend and I actually took these photos a long time ago. It appears they were lost in the sands of time, because I just found them the other day!

I actually REALLY love this sweater, it's relatively new, and one of my favourites!

The detailing on the sweater is just FABULOUS!

These trees are pretty.

Recognize this as the header on my blog? I love Oregon, it's so pretty!!

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sweater- free people

skirt- chicwish.com

scarf & tights- forever 21

dreamcatcher necklace- h&m

birdskull necklace- os-accessories.com

boots- durango boots

Trend Essentials contest winner!!

And the winner isss...

Entry #13, Tatiana!!

You will be contacted shortly!

To those of you that didn't win, don't fret! I have another contest running right now for Romwe.com, here, and am always in planning for more.

Thank you to everyone who entered, and good luck in the future!

New sponsor, Crash & Burn Apparel! LIVE FAST, DIE PRETTY

Did you all have a good new years? This was what I wore! I had a lot of fun with my boyfriend & my friends!

I LOVE my new top, c/o CRASH & BURN Apparel! They sent me some really awesome stuff. You can find the shirt, here!

It's super awesome, and has a skeleton Marie Antoinette on it, and "LIVE FAST, DIE PRETTY" along the bottom, with little gem accents all over! I love Marie Antoinette, so this is pretty awesome!

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top- crash & burn apparel, http://www.shopcrashandburn.com/shop/item.cfm?id=165

coat- jcpenny

shoes- jeffrey campbell

bone cluster necklace- polyurathane bone, os-accessories.com

naturally collected coyote cross bone necklace- from friend for christmas

--CONTEST CLOSED--Romwe Giveaway!! // HAPPY 2012!!

Another giveaway? Heck yes! This time my lovely friends of Romwe.com are letting me hold a giveaway! THREE lucky winners will receive $20 to spend on Romwe's website, as well as two pairs of tights!

RULES

1. You must register with Romwe.com

2. You must follow this blog by becoming a member, click "like" on its FB fan page, and become a follower on twitter.

3. You must comment on this blog post with the e-mail you registered with Romwe with

If you've already clicked "like" on Faltering Bird's FB fan page, and already followed this blog in the past, that part of your entry is done. Just registering with Romwe is left!

Winners will be chosen via Random.org, and the contest ends on Jan. 15th, 11:59pm. Winners will be chosen shortly after.

GOOD LUCK!!

PS: Contest results for the Trend Essentials contest are still pending. Stay tuned!!

EDIT-- Sorry for the error, I previously noted that there would only be two winners, when in fact there will be three! Sorry for the error.

Gifts from Romwe & new Jeffrey Campbell litas! // Thank you for 200 followers!!

I always love coming home to a bunch of packages!

I love this dress from Romwe!

I wasn't sure at first if I was going to like this shirt, but when I tried it on, I was in love!

I love the little bead details!

In love with this ring! I've been wanting a deer head ring for awhile.

Last, but DEFINITELY not least, my new litas! At first I had purchased a black leather pair from Urban Outfitters and had a REALLY bad experience (Never buying shoes from THEM again!) but bought these ones I'd originally been wanting in black velvet from the always awesome Shop Nasty Gal!

I wore these shoes out last night, and am going to wear them again, tonight, for new years. Love them!

Also, I would like to thank everyone following this blog, as it reached 200 followers yesterday! Thank you so much, everyone!!

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red velvet dress- http://www.romwe.com/high-waist-fluffy-winered-dress-p-21193.html

pink tunic shirt- http://www.romwe.com/bowknot-detail-diamonded-nude-dress-p-20242.html

deer head ring- http://www.romwe.com/stag-head-silver-ring-p-21831.html

black velvet litas- http://www.nastygal.com/shoes/lita-platform-boot-black-velvet

New sweater from Free People!

Love my new sweater! It's one of the itchy kind, but still super warm and awesome!

I wish I had more things to wear with this skirt!!

Loving these boots, as always!

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sweater- free people

skirt- chicwish

boots- durango

necklace- h&m

bag- chanel

In the Wintertime-- Steve Miller Band // I love my new winter patterned coat c/o Mexy Shop!!

I LOVE my new winter patterned coat c/o Mexy Shop!!

It's seriously SO cold here, and this jacket is SO warm!!

My favourite part are the little deer patterns! They're so cute!!

This is on the hill right below where I take my pictures. Watch out, cougars and bears are in the area!

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Black Thick Knitted Coat- http://mexyshop.myshopify.com/products/303970

necklaces- http://www.os-accessories.com/

feather beacelet- gift from my friend in Finland

lace shorts- Chicwish

boots- Durango Boots