History and High Heels: Sweet Seafoam in Philadelphia

Philadelphia, the nation's capitol from 1790 to 1800, is a wonderful city full of interesting architecture and historic gems. The Liberty Bell is now housed in the visitors center, which gives everyone the opportunity to freely see this single symbol for freedom throughout America and world. Also, the original structures of Independence Hall, City Hall, and the Congress rooms still stand. I was able to walk on the same wooden floors as George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, John Jay, Benjamin Franklin and others. It truly was quite the experience for a history buff.

As for fashion, I was truly inspired by the colors of the city. The tans, golds, blues, pinks, and teals came out in several buildings and sites. I particularly loved the old Pennsylvania Rail Station, for its navy, pink, and soft golds. You can see it below.

Today, I channelled these colors into my outfit. I paired my dark denim shirt from Gap with my JCrew seafoam cotton shorts. I added my AE brown woven leather belt, platinum Sperry's, and bronze cross-shoulder bag. If I had a pink bag, I would have chosen that. But since my pickings were limited, I chose to pin two pink chiffon flowers to my shirt. You can see a similar rendition below.