Rhea, Author at Ivory Mist

The Transformation of a Denim Dress into an Overcoat

“Real transformation requires real honesty. If you want to move forward – get real with yourself.” – Bryan McGill
Sometimes I can’t help but notice that there is something about the transformation from a girl to a woman, that marks a transitional change from the way you used to perceive things then, to how you perceive them now.

Whether it is being honest with yourself, taking responsibility, making career choices, dressing yourself – or in this case, accidentally perceiving a denim dress as a denim overcoat.

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Why We Retreat Into The Mountains

I’m back in the mountains.

It’s the place I come to when I’m at a crossroad; it’s also the place where I realized I wanted to be a writer.

Of course, my mom had predicted this a long time ago, but it was only when I was up here, did I truly accept it.

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The Beauty Behind Breaking Down

When I first got Lupus, my father used to always tell me about the city of Berlin. Its rise to power, its inevitable fall and the place it has become today.

But it wasn’t until much later that I understood its historical significance and the relevance behind him telling me about it.

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The Adventure Explorer Look

WHERE TO GET IT & THE INSPIRATION BEHIND IT

Khaki Trench Coat: Promod | Buy similar Here
Beige Faux Suede Bag: Promod | Buy similar Here (although I wouldn’t recommend real suede, in this case)
Brown Faux Suede Buckled Wedges: Promod | Buy similar Here
Brown Faux Suede Belt: Promod | Buy similar Here
Black Inner Lace Slip: Promod
Black Skirt: Zara

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What & Why?

**That’s me by the way; can you see the mist behind me?**

I’ve always loved snow globes. There’s something enchanting about the way the flakes slowly fall inside of them…like a controlled mini hail storm.

The closest I’ve ever gotten to a snow globe like experience is watching the mist settle between the mountains – a phenomenon I’ve been privy to since I was 3.

It all started when my granddad used to take my dad into the mountains during his holidays; a tradition my dad continued with me. It was beautiful watching the mountains and lake disappear behind the mist…and then magically somehow reappear.

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