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Christmas Wish List

2009-12-21T08:33:00.000-08:00

Dear Santa,

I realize I am late in getting this to you, despite numerous prompts by my eternally wise parental units. After, all procrastination is my speciality. I was told to be very specific so I'll do the best I can.

I'd really love the Cayenne Porsche. It's just so pretty, I can totally see myself driving down the street in my new SUV. Just picture it Santa, it's a pretty site. I'm not really too picky on the color, but if I had to choose I'd go with classic white.

And I figured I should offer a few back up suggestions, just in case your elves are too swamped with toy requests to squeeze in the time to make a car.

I'd really love a flat screen TV for my room. But I'd also like it to dually serve as a computer monitor. I don't really care about brand, I'm sure you know better than I do on those kinds of things, I just want it to be black and shiny and big enough so I can see it when on my dresser when I'm on my bed.

Pretty much anything Kooba or Botkier is a good option. Try Ebay, just do a little bit od research to make sure it's authentic. You know how I feel about fakes....

I'd also like some new ballet flats. I like simple styles. Red, yellow, green, brown, again I'm not really too picky on the color. Perhaps try Nordstrom Rack or Urban Outfitters for this one. I'd love some new boots too. Soft leather, not suede. I'm far to clumsy to keep suede shoes clean and pretty.

Also, if you are able to find Black Eden cords sz 25 anywhere that would be a dream come true. But good luck with this one, as I have been searching and cannot find them anywhere. Just thought I'd throw that out there. Also, if you go to places like Off Saks 5th Avenue or Loehmann's I need some black skinny jeans sz 0 or 24/25 :)

While we are on the topic of clothes, I really love the ones at Ann Taylor Loft. Do try for the younger clothes as I realize this store is mostly for 30 year old women, and well I don't really want to age that fast. They have some really soft cardigans there that would be just perfect for me.

I need a new wallet as mine is currently falling apart and I keep loosing my beloved pennies. Hey they may not be worth that much but they come in handy, they really do! I like the ones that are colorful and also look like a clutch. You can find these inexpensively at Urban Outfitters, Nordstrom, Forever 21 and even places like The Rack and TJ Maxx.

I'd also really love a soft fuzzy blanket throw. They have them at TJ Maxx for $14.99

Those hand held vacuum cleaners are pretty nifty! My New Year Resolution is to keep my car clean, and I can use all the help I can get!

And for those ever so important stocking stuffers may I suggest: nail pollish remover (I have enough nail pollish though!), a small leather notebook, magazines ect. Oh and my favorite candy is Sour Punch Straws and remember I am not a big fan of chocolate!

I realize this list is more than a tad overboard, but I wanted to give you a variety of options to choose from. And I promise I have been a very good girl this year!

<3Jenn

2008-11-27T14:06:00.000-08:00

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Hope everyone has had/is having a wonderful thankful day! Here at home we already had lunch, because I had the unfortunate luck of being scheduled at work today. We are all now huddled around the TV watching a 24 hour House marathon. Good times, good times. Well I've made countless empty promises to renew this blog, to bring life back to it. Unfortunately, I was never able to follow through with any of them, mainly because my laptop broke (quite some time ago) and I was banned from using anyone else's. Apparently, I have magical powers and as soon as I hit the "ON" button, the computer will die. I am lucky enough to be able to sneak on right now, because everyone else is so interested in House's latest dying patient. However, thanks to my new job, I actually have a little bit of money to spend this Black Friday and will be buying a desktop tomorrow! I am immensely excited. Finally, I can check my email when ever the heck I'd like! WooHoo! There were a couple of reasons I wanted to write this post today, one of them being to tell you of a fabulous Black Friday deal. Loehman's is giving a $20 coupon, valid Fri, Sat, & Sun, to the first 200 costumers on both Friday and Saturday. I have conned my parents into coming with me and giving me theirs, so I have $60 for FREE. There are restrictions; only one coupon per transaction so only $20 worth of free stuff at a time, but they are having crazy clearance sales right now, and you'd be surprised what you can buy with just $20 or $30. I went to Loehman's yesterday and pre-shopped and stashed my finds in a suitcase hidden behind more suitcases. I'm praying my craftiness will not be caught and the items will be happily waiting for me tomorrow morning at 6AM. Oh yes, that's right, door's open at six. To me getting up in the wee hours of the morning, standing in the freezing cold is fun! No really, I do feel that way. However, convincing my dad that it's fun is quite a different story. Oh, but what about that desktop I told you about? I have a very amazing brother who is going to be freezing his butt off in line over at Best Buy. I'm hoping this weekend, my computer will be set up and ready to go and I will be able to blog once again...but it won't be at GoCoutureYourself. There have been too many posts on here that I am embarrassed I bothered to write, this one included, but I figured it'd be weird to leave and not say goodbye. Plus, I personally hate to go to blogs I have followed and then poof posts suddenly come to a stop. Although, its arguable that this one has already done so. So while I bid adue I'd like to also give a warning of caution tomorrow, Black Friday can be a scary day. And yes that little lady will punch your eyes out if you try and steal her crazy clearance $100 Manolo's. Peace out!

Get a Dictionary

2008-10-30T08:02:00.000-07:00

I watched Stylista last night, after stumbling across it during a 10 minute channel flipping session. I didn't know much about it other then what the name implied but figured it'd suffice my boredom. Unfortunately, just like the majority of reality shows, it was a complete joke. The lack of knowledge just in the very (very) basic fashion terminology was simple pathetic. A dart? A knit? A woven? It was similar to watching a train wreck; you don't want to watch but you do want to, if only for no other reason then you know it is going to be bad and possibly end in explosion.

How To Do It Like a High School Girl

2008-10-29T15:30:00.000-07:00

I found this on YouTube and just had to pass this very informational Make-Up How To. There are some really great tips, so watch carefully!

My Latest Go See (Not the Model Kind...I Wish)

2008-09-28T07:50:00.000-07:00

Eagle Eye

2008-09-13T16:13:00.001-07:00

Don't you think she'd make one cool Grandma?!

Tonight at 8 o'clock PM on Lifetime Network is the story of Coco Chanel

I actually have a party to go to tonight, but I'm thinking of going for 30 minutes, making an appearance, say hi and what not, and then race back home to my beloved TV. Yes, I am that much of a looser. I could just TiVo it but my family is currently stuck in the 90's and is the last family in the country to not have any sort of program recording service.

2008-09-12T07:07:00.000-07:00

Sometimes, it literally scares me how fast time does fly. I feel like I need to re-introduce myself or something because it's been (almost) an eternity since I have posted, I mean the whole layout on the control page is different for Pete's sake.
Question: Have you ever wondered who Pete was/is? I decided when I was 5 that they everyone was talking about Peter Pan, and I've just stuck with that.
I've noticed more and more that my posts keep on getting off the original topic of this blog, and that, in case you didn't know, is fashion. But I think part of me has become bored with it. *Gasp* I still love gorgeous clothes and to dress fashion forward and all that good stuff. But the excitement I use to get seeing the new pictures of Anna Sui's new line just isn't the same as it once was. Don't get me wrong it still appeals to me and I look to runway and celeb pics for inspiration all the time, but something is different. And I know it 'aint the trends because it seems like we as a whole have been stuck in some fashion time warp for 3 years now. Hello Cory Kennedy and MK! So anyways I'll stop with the Dr. Phil now and get to the juicy stuff!

1) I quit my job at Target after working there for one month. I am now in the process of the beginning of my own store.

2) Yes, you read right. MY VERY OWN STORE! If it happens, it won't be until at least the beginning of 2009 but I already have the location secured and layout plans in my head. It will be very similar to that of Buffalo Exchange or Aardvark's except it will be done more boutique-E. This is just a stepping stone to get my own boutique on Robertson. Ideally, I'd like to have a chain of small stores like Wasteland or something, and then have a successful boutique like Kitson. I'm young, let me dream.

3)Don't worry I'm still working on the My Vintage Closet but it seems I get stuck at picture taking. I can never get the clothes to look like they do in person. I have let it get in my way more then it should be.

4) Last but not least, if you think of any cool names for my store please let me know. The only thing I can think of is My Second Closet, that way it is kind of connected to MVC, but I don't even know if I want the two connected. Ideally, I'd like to find a one word name that is catchy and cool. Unfortunately, this has proved to be easier said then done.

Okay, I have too much to do and not enough time. Lates Gates!

I've Always Read DIY as DUI

2008-08-06T19:25:00.000-07:00

I've previously stated my love for all things shiny and sparkly, when done tastefully of course. So it comes to no surprise to anyone I know, that I'm utterly and completely in love with a gorgeous rhinestone headband from Nordstrom. Damn, Nordstrom for not putting it on their website; I unfortunately have no photo to accompany my post so I will have to use my *ahem* writing "talents" to describe to you in the best possible way I can manage. The headband was incredibly thin, just a few centimeters in width, encrusted with gorgeous rhinestones that are more likely then not, Swarvoski. It came in both gold and silver, and I admittedly liked the gold the best because it should bring out the blonde highlights in my brown hair but the silver was definitely more subtle and refined. I really was just browsing Nordstrom, without intent to purchase, but of course how can one walk into (one of) her favorite department store and not leave without something to show for it? Too bad, I didn't come out with the headband, it was $50 and I would require two because of the thinness and to be honest, I just like having two. But I figured I could find something similar for under $100 so I opted for Chanel eyeshadow instead. Unfortunately, my search for this headband that made my feel as giddy as a school girl, has seemed as successful as a wild goose hunt. My solution was a DIY, and this one I actually finished!

No pictures because to be honest I'm far too lazy right now, but it turned out fabulously. I've already gotten a few compliments on it. Might post pictures, might not; I currently don't know where my camera is. I lost it in the black hole of my car.

My (Minty) Fresh Idea

2008-07-28T18:16:00.000-07:00

A friend was generous enough to give me her old pair of Sevens. She had outgrown them and cut them into shorts...rather crookedly (and accidentally cut off the bottom of the pockets!)Even though they had a zig zag hem and I very possibly could loose a few marbles, I wasn't going to say no to a free pair of 7 for all Mankind. I'm may be critical but I'm not insane. Luckily she had made them longer shorts so there was more then plenty of room to re-cut, but not enough room for another mistake. I put the shorts on and was going to mark where I wanted them with a Sharpie but then I decided if I accidentally slipped I would have a big black mark across my butt and obviously that would not be good. With no fabric markers on hand, I decided that toothpaste was my next best option. (If you hadn't guessed already, I was using the bathroom mirror so the tube of Colgate was conveniently located to my left)While the toothpaste might not have been the most conventional choice, it worked out perfectly. It's a lot more sane then Elisa's 'spit marks' ala Project Runway -and a lot more sanitary, too!

MiniMini Posts

2008-07-25T21:01:00.000-07:00

"You have a much better life if you wear impressive clothes."
That's what I would have said, if Vivienne Westwood didn't do it first

PS. Very good girls.

I'll Take Fashion Designers for $200, Alex.

2008-07-20T22:37:00.000-07:00

This amazing designer once said his only regret was not having invented jeans.

Who is...?

Review for a Shoe or a Bag

2008-07-20T09:10:00.000-07:00

Wow, how a week goes by so fast. I've been busy as always, but something new has been added to the mix; a part-time job! *Gasp!* I'll leave the where a secret for now, but if you ever need 10% discount at ~~Target~~, I may or may not be your girl. Well anyways, now that the cat is out of bag, yesterday I had some downtime on my break and decided it was long past due for me to go check out the Botkier for Target bags. I've had an ongoing love for Botkier ever since I first spotted the Bianca bag. Overall, I was disappointed with the Target line. I mean, I wasn't expecting a $600 for $40. But honestly, the quality was atrocious. I would go as far as saying worse then Forever 21. I don't know if this collaboration was a one time thing, but if for some reason the Gods in heaven wish to smile down on me and there is a second Botkier for Target line, that they use better quality material. I'd also prefer leather not pleather, but I'm afraid that might be pushing it. But I will end this little review on a positive note, the hardware was of good quality and did up the overall appeal of the bag, and there were some cute little key chains on there. Okay, now that I'm done not being a beyotch and said something nice, I would still recommend not buying this bag.

Tip: If your dead set on buying one of the bags, opt for the "leather", the fake python screams cheapness.

Down On My Luck No More!

2008-07-13T15:11:00.000-07:00

Found an authentic(we think) vintage Gucci watch at the swap meet for $10 today. Post pics later! Yipee

Will Finding A Penny Reverse The Effects Of A Mirror?

2008-07-08T21:26:00.000-07:00

A few weeks ago I broke a mirror; it randomly fell over the dresser and in a loud manner. I shrugged it off, "That 7 years bad luck thing is just superficial superstition." But now, I'm not so sure. Purse stolen? Check. Someone running into the back of my car? Check. Actually, just a half-inch away from a double check because apparently just once isn't good enough. Week three? Why, week three is surely the week to fall on my head! So, while I'm nursing this headache I decided it was a good time to write a blog. I know, I know, I am such a dedicated blogger. (Actually readers, I'm sorry for my infrequency of posting, I promise to get back to my usual three to four posts a week soon, very soon.)So I am only on week three; 6 years 49 more weeks to go. Yikes! 7 years is veryveryvery long time to go with such bad luck, and practically an eternity in the fashion industry. I thought it would be interesting to time travel back to 2001 and see how the world has changed.

Ew, anyone remember belly baring midriffs? I know I tried to erase this from my memory too.

2001 was also the year Bjork attended the Academy Awards in a swan costume. I like swans.

Uhh...no comment?

Back when Pink still had pink hair.

The running shoes add a classy touch, don't 'ya think?

Fruit plastered clothing was the ultimate civilian fashion trend of 2001, you can bet I was all about it. My excuse? I was 10.

It will be interesting to see what we say in 7 years about 2008. Let's hope we aren't laughing as much as I am now, because really the whole 'I was 10' excuse doesn't really work when you're 17.

Handbag Diaries

2008-06-30T08:22:00.000-07:00

For the past three or so years, I have been a hobo girl. (In handbag terminology of course) But somehow a Kate Spade Sam bag found its way into my little purse collection. I've never used it because I like slouchy bags, things that look so thrown together last minute but still somehow totally divine. But is Blair bringing back the rectangle? Perhaps there is still hope for poor little Sam sitting alone in the back of my closet.

On a sadder note, my tiny (almost non-existent) purse collection got even smaller on Wednesday night when some horrible person thought it was a good idea to steal a woven Michael Kors purse out my car. They stole other things as well; money, credit cards, make-up and 5 water bottles. (I know a major WTF? to the water bottles!) Interestingly enough, the same purse I had stolen was listed on Ebay two days after the fact. Location? None other then my little town but unfortunately, there is nothing the police can do because I have no way to identify it as my purse. It was in perfect new condition because I only used it for two hours. I hate people who rip off others. Boo them. So, this week I have set out to 'mark' all of my purses. Some place small on the inside, with a heart or a star or perhaps something more original. I have not yet made the final decision but am open to suggestions.

(Wow, didn't that totally read like the fine print on a contract or something..? "not yet made final decision but am open to suggestions" he said in the deepest voice imaginable)

She Do It With No Hands

2008-06-11T07:31:00.000-07:00

Just a little something to get us all through the rest of the week. Happy Wednesday!

Birthday Wishes

2008-06-08T07:21:00.000-07:00

Yesterday I blew out seventeen candles, actually that's a lie; a blew out one but I did turn seventeen. No birthday cake, I prefer brownies and I didn't even have any because I was stuffed to the brim from dinner. The candle I blew out was from the restaurant on whip cream and the smallest amount of ice cream possible. But that is okay, I don't like ice cream either. It feels kind of weird to be seventeen, I don't feel different, no one ever does because one day doesn't magically make you significantly older then the day prior, but seventeen just sounds so much older the sixteen. Now don't go calling me G-ma just yet, but I just think there is a certain air of innocence still left in one who is sixteen.

My mother took me to Nordstrom to buy make-up. For Christmas it was all about Trish McEvoy, for my birthday I decided to try BareMinerals. WOWZOW times two! It is absolutely amazing My skin is abnormally horrible right now but somehow the littlest bit of BareMinerals made it appear as if I had flawless skin without even showing I was wearing anything. I was skeptical to try something that had so many infomercials, and I've always perceived it as an "older women" brand, but I think I will be a loyal costumer from here on out. You must at least go to the make-up counter and try it! The beauty consultant who helped me was a good laugh. Queer as queer can be and he kept calling everyone "love". So love, moving on...

We went to dinner at Cheesecake, and holy crap we had to wait an hour plus just to get to our table. Well, the guys had to wait. As for the girls? We went shopping of course. Not much to show for it, but I did get a True Religion jean jacket. I have been one to show dislike for True Religion, I don't particularly like their jeans. But this jacket fits me perfectly and I don't have a jacket that I can just throw on as I'm walking out the door. My sister persisted that jean jackets are "so out" but I on the other hand feel they are making a comeback, or will eventually. So long as you avoid denim on denim (hello Britney & Justin!) and instead opt for a cute summer mini-dress. Speaking of which, none of which I have been able to find. Hopefully, today's trip will lead to one. Well, this birthday girl must say good-bye for now, I am exhausted and think I will go back to sleep. Adios!

There is Pudding in Your Prada

2008-05-31T18:26:00.000-07:00

"Girls come to New York in search of the two L's; love and labels."

Yesterday, like oh so many other millions of girls and women I went to the theaters to see Sex & The City. I liked it. I wasn't a huge follower of the show, but I'd seen a few episodes, mainly I went for the fashion. I know it's called Sex & The City but on TV they only eluded to things, here it was all out in the open. And I will admit, I did close my eyes more then a few times. The crowd was of course all women, except for a few men who were obviously dragged by their girl. To the chump who nervously (and loudly) laughed during the first gay kissing scene, it was funny not that funny. Most women dressed normally, but oh my, I did see some with boas. And I heard threw the grapevine that at the midnight showing women came dressed as if they were going to prom. That is just as bad as coming dressed at Spiderman to his movie premier. The clothes? Were absolutely amazing! It was said they spent an outrageous amount on wardrobe, they had to cut back on their editing budget. I say wise decision. I don't care if the editing was not as good as it could have been, what I do care about is what the girls were wearing while they said their lines. I don't want to spoil anything for anyone so I won't reveal anything. But make sure to go to the bathroom before going in, you don't want to miss anything.

My Quest For Inner Peace

2008-05-25T18:41:00.000-07:00

My quest for peace is not like many others, it does not include endless hours of yoga, or reaching deep within my soul. Mine involves insane amount of time at various malls searching for the perfect tiny peace sign necklace. All to which resulted in many shopping bags, none which included the sacred peace sign necklace. I found many, some too large, others adorned with cheap rhinestones and there was that one that went down to my belly button. Needless to say none were just right, and I had almost given up hope. Today I went shopping with a friend and after putting up with the crowds of the half-year sale at Nordstrom I finally found a peace sign necklace that was the perfect size and as simple as ever. It was a chance encounter, laying on top a table by its lonesome, no brother and sister peace sign necklaces to be seen. I bought it and called it fate. In doing so, I broke a rule of mine. No cheap jewelry; it has never worked out for me. And the $6 price tag this necklace had certainly classified as the cheapness of cheap. But what else was I to do? I had been looking for a peace sign necklace like that for what seemed like forever. On the way home from this particular mall, I stopped at another. I needed to make a return at Urban Outfitters. I pull into a parking lot and happen to be lucky enough to find a prime parking spot right in front of Nordstrom. Wouldn't you know as soon as I walk in I am confronted with a table of gorgeous and petite necklaces that seem to be of decent quality. And like some act of twisted irony, I find the perfect little shiny silver peace sign necklace. I almost bought it, but I didn't because of the one I had waiting in the car. I returned home to ask my mom of her opinion, because as always mothers always have the right answer and know just what to do. Well, let's just say I need to to stop by Nordstrom and make a return and a purchase. I feel silly returning something that was only $6 but I plan to purchase the new one at the same time, hopefully the sales lady won't think I'm completely cookoo. Lesson learned, rules are rules for a reason. Follow them.

WHAT THE FCUK?!

2008-05-12T09:07:00.000-07:00

The fashion world is often described as crazy and unrealistic. Commonly known for eating disorders, haute couture, over-photo shopped pictures, risque ads and scandals, quite frankly I'm not surprised the average person perceives this as the industry's image. But while I don't mind not understanding what the inspiration behind John Galliano's designs for Dior Haute Couture, I know that the creation is crazy beautiful. Indeed it is crazy, but beautiful nonetheless. And honestly, I have no idea what Mary-Kate Olsen was thinking wearing that cheap cloth steering wheel cover on her head, but whatever, she can do almost anything and rock it right. And while I do agree with the label I don't agree with the reasoning behind it. What is crazy to me is 'celebrities' opening up their own 'fashion' line and the average consumer perceiving this as today's latest fashion, the hot trends if you will. Heidiwood, anyone? The sad thing is, I saw a girl I knew carrying a Heidiwood tote the Monday after it hit stores. I literally had to fight back my gag reflexes and when I asked her where her bag was from (even though I already knew) I barely mumbled the word "cute"...I didn't know what else to say because I didn't want to be rude. Luckily, she thought my remark was sincere and walked away with a smile. I stayed mum about the whole Heidiwood thing though, I didn't feel the need to address an issue that everyone had already covered, but when I found out Perez Hilton was coming out with his own line, I was simply flabbergasted. Enough is enough already. I'm tired of wanna-be celebrities cashing in at the check out register of Hot Topic (which is by the way, where Perez's line is to be sold). What's crazy to me is the fact that people actually want to buy items from their line; that's a hell of a lot more crazy then anything Mary-Kate has ever worn down the red-carpet.

Oh Snap!

2008-05-08T07:42:00.000-07:00

Sorry, guys my computer failed and I have been unable to use a computer in a while. Hopefully, it will be up and running soon, I can't go too long with out internet access!

Put Another Dime

2008-05-01T16:29:00.000-07:00

This past weekend, the ultimate rock concert took place. Bringing out of hiding, celebrities and pot heads alike, oh and some pretty damn cool bands as well (according to reports). But while I don't care for their music, I do love the fashion. Being original has almost become an oxymoron especially in LA. Do we notice a trend? Vintage clothing, sunglasses, sandals? Equals the perfect summer outfit? I think so, rock on!

Bo-Ho Fo Sho

2008-04-28T16:08:00.000-07:00

It's official, it is swim suit season. Numerous invitations to the beach and pool have come way so the dreaded swim suit shopping trip is long past due. I've come to the conclusion that I want a bohemian style bathing suit and while I'd love a cut-out I think it'd be a little impractical. No awkward tan lines please.

Rules Are Meant To Be Broken Anyways

2008-04-24T19:17:00.000-07:00

I have always been an advocate for dressing for your body type; pass on the trends that do nothing for you. Let it pass while you are in the background doing what works best for you.

Well, screw that because I want a MAXI-DRESS!

I know at 5'2" it is impractical for me to even considering wearing such a dress.But I am starting to think that Stacy and Clinton have been mistaken all these years because it can be done (as shown). Of course, it takes a some careful mathematical planning; balancing the perfect amount of accessories, shoe selection ect ect. But nonetheless it can be done, and somehow I will wear one.

Side Note: I really wish they had chosen a different name for the particular style of a dress because I always think of maxi-pads when I hear the term maxi-dress. It's rather annoying.

Tag You're It!

2008-04-19T15:22:00.000-07:00

I've been tagged by Couture Cookies 'n' Lipgloss. So, what the heck here it goes.

Here are the rules:
1. Link the person(s) who tagged you.
2. Mention the rules in your blog.
3. Write about 6 unspectacular quirks of yours.
4. Tag 6 following bloggers by linking them.
5. Leave a comment on each of the tagged blogger's blogs letting them know they've been tagged.

My six quirks being...

1) My hair is almost always in a pony tail.
2) I can't remember who I tell what, so I often repeat myself over and over to the extent beyond ridiculousness.
3) I greatly dislike cheese.
4) Slurpees are my drink of choice and it must have a pink straw.
5) I am the teenage cat lady. My cats are my babies, don't mess.
6) I hate to spend money on nail polish, so I always buy the ones that come on sale at Ulta after Christmas.

Hmm...this was fun and informative. I really need to go "splurge" on the O.P.I nail polish I've been eying. I tag anyone and everyone who wants to be tagged. Ready, set, GO!

BRB

2008-04-16T07:32:00.000-07:00

I'll be back soon, I've just been so busy with everything for the vintage store. I think I used all my creative juices on the captions for everything.

Sneak Peak: You can tell all your friends you just got back from vacationing in South Africa. Oh, the shopping there was fabulous! (Red/White ethnic style)

I also did a new blog post on the MyVintageCloset Blog.

Got to run, I'm way late and shouldn't even be on this dang computer!

Uh-Oh Spaghetti O's

2008-04-13T13:16:00.000-07:00

Uh-oh! While browsing PerezHilton (stop laughing, I know you do it too!), I noticed this post about Nina Garcia.

Apparently, she was 'let go' at Elle magazine, and it didn't end with a good-bye party and balloons. Why? Why? Why? Nina is basically amazing. Hopefully it will not effect her status on Project Runway because that would be incredibly traumatizing to the show.

Yesterday I Got So High

2008-04-10T19:29:00.000-07:00

What is with me and my drug related titles? I honestly am probably one of the most anti-drug person you will ever meet. But I'm not someone that would be considered a witty person or even slightly funny, so when I do think of something I find witty I just roll with it, so please bear with me.

Shopping is one of those things that can lift my mood no matter how my day has gone. I have a serious addiction far beyond normalcy but (not so) secretly, I wouldn't have it any other way.

I bought these gorgeous Italian wedges by Charles David yesterday. They are incredibly impractical for my lifestyle and then there is always safety concerns but I loved them too much I just had to buy them. If I didn't, I would forever regret it and it would haunt me to my death bed. So as you can see, I really had no other option but to walk out of the store, shopping bag in hand.

I've always wanted a pair of insanely high and intricate wedges ever since I discovered Miu Miu a few years back. Unfortunately, an hours worth of searching the net resulted in zero inspiring photos showcasing Miu Miu's brilliance with their wedges. I will be staring at these beauties all Summer long wishing I had the grace and event to wear them.

I'm Not Dead Yet.

2008-04-09T08:18:00.000-07:00

I started a blog for My Vintage Closet, there's only one written post up and no extras. But don't worry I am not nearly done with it and it will be pretty-fied very shortly. You can check it out HERE. You may or may not have noticed that things have been going up and down on MyVingateCloset, but we are just testing things out and determining what I like and dislike. So, keep your hands over those eyes for now; It's no fun to see an unfinished painting!

My Perfect Sunday

2008-04-06T21:32:00.001-07:00

Today I planned to go to Barnes & Noble for a few hours with nothing but time to spare and just read magazines. This has always seemed like the perfect Sunday event to me, I obviously overly romanticized this idea. But I can just see a little hipster walking in with her Starbucks in hand, gliding over and devouring magazine after magazine until there were none left to read but Sports Illustrated. The only problems being, 1) I am not hipster, although sometimes I like to pretend 2) I hate coffee, truly hate it. I tried several different coffee flavors last year in an attempt to find a coffee I did like, all because I love what a Starbucks cup can do to an outfit. Perhaps it has become one of those things I want so much, simply because I know I can't have it. One Sunday, I will do this, however, what I did today was far from anything so cool.

"I Have A Thing For Acid"

2008-04-04T17:52:00.000-07:00

My least favorite fashion era ever was that of the 90's; grunge is just not my thing. Yet, more and more it seems the trends are shifting back to where we were 15 years ago in 1993. Crop tops, tie dye, and even denim outfits are once again gracing the fashion scene. Yet for some reason I'm not completely hating it, although I'm not exactly welcoming it with a smile and freshly baked brownies...

Chanel's version of the denim outfit is pure genius. I already apologized for my previous hate letter to Karl over the matter of his denim collection. Sometimes I need to shut up and listen to what others have to offer. But then again I'd have nothing to write about so maybe not.

The always lovely Agathe (Style Bytes) really knows how to update and modernize tie dye. Notice she's even wearing acid wash jeans. I must admit I have a thing for acid. (Wash only, say no to drugs kids!)

So, I guess as always it's not about what you wear but how you wear it. Lesson learned.

WTF? Number I Forget.

2008-04-01T16:46:00.000-07:00

Infrequent posting does not mean non-existent and as I promised I have not fully abandoned GCY. As I'm sure many of you have noticed, especially those located in Southern California such as myself, Spring is officially here and the weather already feels like Summer! Quite a nice change from the overcast skies which were beginning to make me rather depressed. Unfortunately, it seems the stores forgot about Spring/Summer as I could not find a single good pair of sandals or shorts this weekend. And believe me, it seemed I was shopping all weekend long.

I had spent a little more then a little bit of time writing a piece on Spring trends. Or more the lack there of, Spring trends don't change to often it seems. Florals for spring? Oh, how ingenious. Well, isn't life ironic? Today on Fashionista, I read that crop tops might be "in" again. WTF Worthy? I think so. I very much would like to look back at photos and fashion trends when I am 40 years old and not laugh. I've seen my parents wedding photos; it scared me. Those poofy sleeves will haunt me for the rest of my life. (Ok,so maybe I'm exaggerating a bit...) And I think I have done a good job of avoiding trends that will most certainly end up on "Glamor's 100 Fashion DON'TS List". I had a short stint with colored jeans, and actually it's a reoccurring affair but I wasn't wearing Skittles Color of the Rainbows colors like some fashion risk takers. But I'm 99% positive that crop tops would be on that list, actually it already was. So, why oh why would anyone want to wear one again? It's not that I think it will look horrendous because I can envision it looking absolutely stunning, but I doubt most girls will do it in a classy manor and modesty will be thrown out the window.

I think I can live with this trend as long as guys don't partake in it.

*Shutters in disgust* (Probably the most WTF?! Worthy) Oh my goodness, I just envisioned my dad wearing a crop top. Actually, I'm glad I did, I needed a good laugh. Adios, until next time; I am off to do sit-ups just in case I decide to like this trend next week.

2008-03-30T17:44:00.000-07:00

It seems I've been neglecting this blog a little too much, and for that I apologize. My mind has been somewhere else, my time consumed my too many other things. One of which I am very excited to share with you; MyVintageCloset.com is an online vintage store which I and a few friends have put together.

It's not up yet, so don't go there or else all you will see is a bunch of random ads but our goal opening date is April 15. I mentioned it very briefly in a previous post, but I'm sure my little foreshadowing was surely overlooked .

Basically, I love vintage clothing and I obviously love fashion. I always browse other online vintage sites but they are always so expensive, I inevitably end up hitting the 'back' button. I wanted to create a store that would have equally (or better!) cool vintage clothing, that was good quality at a teenager affordable price, not what magazines proclaim to be "affordable" it actually is!

And what's great, is we have spent a lot of time shopping at the same places other vintage sites do, we just aren't charging as much. And oh my goodness, let me tell you some of the things we have are ah-mazing! This new site is my new little baby and I cannot wait until I can invite you into my virtual home and show it off!

So cross your fingers that we are able to open on April 15! It will be a lot of work, which might lead to more infrequency of posting on my part, but in the end I think it will all be worth it!

Love you guys, stay chic.

Jenn

Wouldn't You Heart...

2008-03-26T13:21:00.000-07:00

Wouldn't you love to be paid to shop? I mean some people actually do, so why can't I? Unfortunately too many scams are out there to even apply for such a job online without being worried about catching a virus or the inevitable computer scamming. Luckily, Fashionista gave readers a heads about a site that actually pays you to shop;Ebates, and its 100% legit. They even give you $10 when you first sign up.

And if you CLICK HERE and sign up, you'll get a $5 bonus for your first purchase. It seriously takes 10 seconds to sign up, simply type in your email address and your desired password and BAM! You now have an Ebates account.

You just have to remember to go through Ebates, next time you want to make an online purchase. And really, that shouldn't be too hard especially when you can get back up to 25% of your purchase. Score!

Vogueing It

2008-03-26T07:57:00.001-07:00

My April Vogue arrived in the mail a few days ago, but I did not have a chance to read it until yesterday afternoon. I found it thoroughly enjoyable, despite not being too inspired fashion wise. I quite enjoyed the articles and loved seeing the athletes with the models, although there were a few athletes whom I felt should have been included that were not, but I'm not the Vogue editor so my opinion simply just does not count. The cover? I found it interesting, I did not particularly care for it, but beyond my particular taste I found nothing wrong.

Today, while channel surfing I stumbled across a story about the 'controversy' of next months Vogue cover. I stared blankly at the TV Screen and the image of Giselle and LeBron, the one currently under scrutiny. I still could not figure out what everyone was so upset about.

Apparently, it reminded some people of "King Kong" and it played into racial slurs. Personally, I think people are making a mountain out of nothing, not even a molehill. LeBron is happy with the way the cover turned out, and really why shouldn't he be? He looks very masculine and powerful; an image, most men would want to depict. And lucky him, he even gets to do it with the beautiful Gisele Bundchen standing right next to him. Furthermore, the story continued on that Giselle looked ready for the runway and he looked ready to meet up with a gang of serial killers. Well wouldn't you know this is Vogue and Giselle is a supermodel after all, so that makes sense. And LeBron is a basketball player so it is very fitting for him to be wearing basketball clothes. And when did a t-shirt and basketball shorts and shoes become the stereotypical serial killers clothing, anyways?

Unew

2008-03-21T19:59:00.000-07:00

Yippee! Spring is here and it's official as of yesterday. I'd love to report on all the new trends and the looks of the runways that I envy, but I feel like nothing is new and it's all the same as last year. Gladiators? Check. Shorts, bathing suit, florals, flowy tops? Check. The hippie 60s? Check and check. The only thing new and different is I really would love to own a voluminous short mini skirt. It would look amazing with a white wife beater tucked in and belted with gladiators and slouchy bag. Unfortunately, the only one I have found is this $1,000 one by Mui Mui, and unfortunately there is no way in h-e-double hockey sticks that my parents would even consider buying me a skirt for that much, and I wouldn't even think to ask.

I'm thinking of buying a longer skirt with volume and cutting it and making it shorter, but I don't know how that would work out. I take on so many DIY projects and rarely finish them, remember my trash can post and the dying my Anthropologie tunic? Both are sitting in my room unfinished, maybe this weekend I should get around to completing them...

Fresh Green Chic

2008-03-17T15:04:00.000-07:00

HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY EVERYONE!
Be green, be chic.

Banner

2008-03-14T11:21:00.000-07:00

One of my readers made this for me & I love it! Shout it out to Paige.

Very Fetch Gretchen

2008-03-13T16:25:00.000-07:00

In Europe, I walked into this tiny little shoe store in the center; one of those dainty little boutiques that makes me smile. Their shoes were incredible, and slightly out of my budget. But they did have these satin flower flat shoes that were adorable. They were so incredibly unique and quirky, something that wasn't for everyone. (My friends had no idea why I liked them) I tried them on excitedly, hoping I would score and have something different to wear this Spring. Although on the shelf they looked intriguing once on my feet they looked like a shiny sock with a floral print. I was what you would call heartbroken and walked away no shopping bags in hand. I do, like these however. They are only $19 from Forever 21 and I'm hoping they will not look like shiny socks.

Oranges & Tangerines

2008-03-12T17:25:00.000-07:00

Yesterday, I walked around the Forum in search of a job, and found myself walking into Anthropologie. As soon as I walked in I immediately knew that today was not a good day to ask for an application. I had not put in any real thought into my outfit that day, which consisted of baggy sevens, red sandals from UO, a brown leather belt with subtly engraved flowers, a white wife beater, and a very bright multi color print head scarf, my non-emphasized accessories consisted of a silver ring and a tan leather slouchy tote and the clichéd over-sized sunglasses . I basically looked like I was going to have lunch down at the beach, meanwhile the sale associates were perfectly dressed and incredibly chic. But at this point, I had already walked in so I couldn't exactly just turn around an leave at risk of looking like like a complete idiot. So, I decided to browse, which I knew was dangerous because Anthropologie is one of my absolute favorite stores. As I was adding numerous items to my never ending wish list one of the associates complimented me on my headscarf and went on and on about how she loves head scarfs and that she can't wait to start wearing hers again this summer. She then went and got two other associates and I saw them staring at me talking about me and what I was wearing around me hair. I walked out without asking for an application but feeling slightly more confident about applying there. So...

1)What do I wear to ask for an application at one of the chicest stores around?!!

and 2) Do you think it's still okay to wear head scarfs or is it to Nicole Richie circa 2006?

Homer From the Simpsons

2008-03-10T07:39:00.001-07:00

I'm baa-ack! I had an utterly amazing time, but was ultimately ready to come home. I took a billion and two pictures, toured for ten days, and had a total of seven flights including connections, shared one room with three girls; to put it bluntly I am simply exhausted. Even though I was up for thirty straight hours yesterday I still woke up at 4AM thanks to a little thing called time zones, so I apologize in advanced if this post turns into a much of jumble (although lately they've been like that anyways); I am not of my right mind.

PICTURES!!

I see you! Six hour layover in Germany + Messy plane hair + Push pop & Marc Jacobs ring = Good times

This is their oldest church and the entire roof is solid gold. It is amazingly breath taking in person and during the day I bought two antique silver rings for around $5, even more amazing.

This came out blurry but the flame intrigued me, I can't decide what it resembles. I vote for the reflection on the moon of a witch flying on Halloween night, you?

I don't know why I took a picture of this, I just liked it.

This was at the Monastery, the architect was stunning and surprisingly chic.

Normally, I dislike the red/white/black combo because it's too overplayed, but it was perfect here.

I thought this building was pretty funky for a church.

...but it still had the typical church-y features; Hand painted ceilings with incredibly detail. It's really a shame that our generation doesn't have the patience to do this now, it is so beautiful.

Yes, I'm 5 years old and play with my food at restaurants. What? Like you don't?!

Fish engraved fountain with no fish. How deceiving. (Take note of the string on the right side, can you guess what it is?)

I thought this fountain was really interesting.

If you guessed camera string you were wrong!

Bye bye balloon!

2008-02-26T22:02:00.000-08:00

I was going to do a nice little send off post but because I stupidly waited until the last minute to pack I am too exhausted to write or move or do anything but sleep. I leave for Europe in exactly 8 hours. I'll be gone for about a week and half, but I will try and come on and post. I'm not my taking laptop over there, so I might have to borrow a friends. I'll be taking LOTS of pictures, so I should have lots of interesting photos when I come back. But they won't be Polaroids because they no longer make them. Sob.

Adios!

Damn

2008-02-16T07:35:00.000-08:00

Spotted: Amazing pair of $300 Christian Louboutin booties that were orginally $750 in my size!!!!!! Wah Wah Wah! I don't have $300. I wonder if I have $300 worth of crap I could sell on ebay. Hmmmm.

Down To The Bone

2008-02-12T18:20:00.000-08:00

Today while waiting at a stop light a boy was crossing the street and I couldn't help but giggle a little. No, I did not think he was cute, his pants were ridiculously ugly and he was wearing them at his knees. To clarify, these were blue jeans with a skeleton bone print on the back, outlined very generously with baby blue. It was kind of like the Ed Hardy hoodies and t-shirts I've been seeing around.
It reminds me of a 7th grade science project I did for extra credit but I wouldn't wear it outside of the classroom. I do sympathize that guys don't have all the options that girls have to wear but seriously, can't you find something else?

2008-02-11T18:08:00.000-08:00

Found this on PostSecret, it made me laugh. Don't worry I'd never do that to you.

Someone had suggested to look on ebay for leather boots. I had not even thought of this genius idea. You see my problem is I have very specific taste and sometimes I don't even know what it is that I truly want. For example, I thought I wanted flat boots but now I am leaning towards ones with chunky heels. I've searched numerous stores and I just can't find what I'm looking for. Well, I guess I should clarify I haven’t found any that I like that are under $600 and I wouldn't even pay that much for a pair of shoes, at least for right now anyways. So off to eBay I went; I searched 20 pages of boots and found a total of 3 I thought had potential. One was perfect, and I was about to bid but since I have never done eBay before I didn't have an eBay account and while I was setting up my eBay account the auction ended. I was devastated. So cry with me while I mourn the loss of those gorgeous Italian leather boots. I hope the winning bidder will enjoy them as much as I would have.

Ketchup

2008-02-10T12:30:00.001-08:00

Wow, I can't believe I haven’t posted in a week! Yikes, sorry! This week has been a real roller coaster ride, with three upside down loops and 100 foot drop.

BUT.. I'm going to Europe, I'm going to Europe! Neener neener neener! Haha, so it's Eastern Europe, it's not quite the same as Paris with its fancy Eiffel Tower but still, it should be a lot of fun.

It is reportedly freezing over there, with snow to boot. I, however, don't have any cold weather clothes. That can only mean one thing; shopping! I've been meaning to buy a pair of kick ass leather boots for too long but continue to ignore it because of the price. There's just so many other things I could buy with $300! However, it will be to damn cold to wear flats and I am not going to walk all over the place in Ugg boots and tennis shoes. No way!

I know I want something tall and flat but I can't decide between brown and black. I really like a rich dark chocolate brown but I think black would be more practical. What do you think? I seem to be wearing a lot of black lately; maybe I should just get both. Okay, problem solved. It's a win win situation; the only thing that looses is my bank account, and who cares about that anyways?

I know fashion week has been going on and you probably expected me to report on that but I figured thats what every other fashion blog is doing. Personally, I just go to style.com and form my own opinions.

Here are some snidbits that I feel I am obliged to tell you in order to make the world a better place.

1.You must go to Golden Spoon it is my latest obsession.

2.Last night I watched reruns of this seasons Project Runway because I have fallen behind and I didn't even fully catch up because I fell asleep but I hope Christian wins, I was all for Kit but she got voted off, and deservingly. I also really like Sweet Pea and I hate Rami.

3.Did you hear Rachel Zoe was denied entrance into the Marc Jacobs show at Fashion Week? Hearing that made me laugh! Is that bad of me?

4.The Seventeen Reader Award is not have bad this month, its a basic tee from PacSun. A scoop neck is featured but if you suck up to the sales clerk I bet you can get the v-neck.

Sorry for the lack of pictures, Blogger isn't letting me upload any and hasn't for a while. Is anyone else having this problem?

2008-02-02T15:04:00.000-08:00

Erin Fetherston impressed me. Why didn't she bring this to Target? Wasn't she the one with those tacky red heart bags? Well whatever, because her line was the epitome of fall chic. If only I could pull off the baggy blazer as well as Karlie Kloss.

Kathy Rodriguez was a name I had not heard before today but I have a feeling she is going to become big. So many of the designers lines looked so alike and nothing that I hadn't seen before. But her line jumped out at me through the computer screen, really I almost fell through the window. (*wink*) I think Kathy Rodriguez is the look of future fashion, and I'm not saying that I particulary like it, I'm just saying.

Out Because It Was Too In

2008-02-02T08:02:00.000-08:00

Ciggy Equals Twiggy?

2008-01-31T18:18:00.000-08:00

My first ever Nylon came in the mail last week and I was very eager to open the pages and begin to read but had not had the time but to quickly skim it until today. I enjoyed the issue immensely and it made me want to hop a plane to London right NOW! I then became a bit depressed when I realized that I couldn't just get up and leave the States for the ever so posh Great Britain and had a life and responsibilities here. But I will definitely have to take a trip over there soon, hopefully though by that time the exchange rate will be a little better. I now know of so many great stores that I have to go to, or else I won't get the true London experience. I don't think I have ever enjoyed a magazine that much besides a few select issues of Vogue and that's saying something.

But as much as I am in love with Nylon, I couldn't help but feel a bit disgusted by one of the ads. It was a little tear out sheet right in the middle of a gorgeous editorial style photograph of a pretty young girl. The product they were marketing? Cigarettes. I am a complete anti-drug girl with the exception of the occasional Advil. I know not everyone has the same values as I do and that is completely okay with me, diversity is what makes life interesting. But how could a magazine let an ad be placed where it would send readers the wrong message. Cigarettes are not glamorous and they will most definitely not make you as pretty as the girl on the page it will actually have the reverse effect.

I know that magazines make most of their profit from advertisements. But is it really worth it when the cost will inevitably be someone's life? No matter what cigarettes companies choose to admit, cigarettes are addictive and can cause cancer which can lead to death. It's not likely that someone will randomly decide to start smoking just because they see this ad in a fashion magazine but you'd be surprised what subliminal messaging can do. Natural tastes better does it? Do I want to "try it for myself"? No, thank you, I do not.

Will Ya' Willa?

2008-01-30T20:00:00.000-08:00

Two posts in one day, you lucky duck!

I realized last minute that my friends 18th birthday is tomorrow and obviously had no gift to give her. I raced to the nearest TJMaxx to hopefully find something worthy of giving to someone who is about to become a legal adult. I had the hardest time finding her a gift, but I could find everything for me. That seems to be my biggest shopping tip, if ever you are in need of great clothes for yourself, head to your nearest mall in a frantic trying to buy something for someone else. It works like a charm every time! I ended up buying her simple but elegant onyx earrings. Not something that I would initially think to give her, but they are nice and I think she will like them.

In the process of looking for a gift, I found numerous items that I myself would love to have; a $10 Michael Stars turtleneck, $7 Levi skinny jeans, $20 Lucky top and the list goes on and on and on. I reluctantly walked to the check out line with only 2 items in hand, and one of them being the onyx earrings. My second item was an amazing deal, that I was tres excited about, since I have been searching for some for forever. Well forever being since April of last year when I saw Willa Holland in TeenVogue.

I actually remember cutting out that page because I fell in love with the outfit so much. This was just when colored skinnies were becoming popular and lime green jeans just weren't for me at the time (or ever) but the pale pink matched with a white top and fun accessories appealed to me. My search had always left me empty handed and I actually had given up on it; finding jeans that fit me is hard enough, finding pink jeans that fit me is nearly impossible. So I was very very excited and surprised to find Hudson pink jeans for only $5. Yea, five dollars and they fit me perfectly. How amazing is that?! They aren’t skinny jeans but that’s okay because bootcut has always been more flattering on me. I am too excited about this find, and am about to go tear apart my room while I play with outfits. Adios!

PS. Project Runway tonight! Eeeeep!

My Baby Love

2008-01-30T14:25:00.000-08:00

So, I have been watching my friend's 9 month old while she is in classes and he is so freakin' adorable. It really is hilarious though when I take him on walks people always come up to us, doting over how cute he is, and then they ask if he is mine. Heavens no! I am sixteen years old, and I hardly look it. You really think I just had a kid? I then tell them that I'm just the baby-sitter and his mommy is in class, and they always let out a sigh of relief. It's quite comical actually. Well, his birthday is in 3 months and I, being the selective non-procrastinator that I am, have already begun to think of his birthday present. Just for fun, I went to eluxury.com to see what Baby Dior had. Not that I'd actually buy him $150 shoes and these are for little girls anyways, but I found these too adorable.

If I believed in wasting money I would so buy these. But considering that babies grow out of everything every month, I'll pass up Baby Dior and head to the Gap. I had no idea how much baby couture there is, so many designers have lines for little ones, its amazing.

This Is Trash!

2008-01-29T18:06:00.000-08:00

Filed under completely random

Light Bulb Went Off in my Head: My sister was working on her English project and she was having to paper mache an over sized shot glass. I know, her class is very academic. Seriously, what do they teach in school today? But anyways, she used a plastic trash can as her mold and the end result was very chic. Well, it was chic until she painted it but that's another story. So, I've decided I'm going to paper mache myself a trash can for my new room! I'm going to do several layers of regular news paper and the last layer will be torn out pages from Vogue. Can you tell I'm excited? Probably more excited then I should be. I'll post pictures of it when I'm done!

Update #1: I just paper mached for about an hour for my very first time ever. I never got the fun teachers who did all the art projects, and I must say I didn't miss a thing! My hands are all sticky and my back hurts from awkwardly bending over. But that's okay because it is all going to be worth it. I have to make it extra thick, so I'm going to do another round of newspaper tomorrow afternoon, and then the day after that I can do pretty magazine editorials.

Update #2: Still working on the newspaper layers, I should have it all done by the end of this weekend which I then will post pics! I feel so resourceful.

Steal Secret

2008-01-26T19:24:00.000-08:00

I believe it was a year or two ago, when I first heard of a Post Secret. And it was a lot of fun and very amusing to read other people's secrets, maybe its because I am a nosy person (I'll admit it, I am). Today, as a result from being terribly bored, I remembered Post Secret and decided to log on to the site. Which is where I got a fabulous idea:

Wish I could say I thought of this, but I guess I'm not that clever.

Out of the Primarys

2008-01-25T08:08:00.000-08:00

Bright colors always seem to be big for spring, and it's always labeled as a trend. While these colors are usually reserved for spring/summer, I think they should no longer be classified as a trend and take the step to spring basic. They aren't quite a staple item, but give it a few years and the odds are in our favor. I have always been a grey girl the one who reaches for her trusty boring colors with the label of chic but more and more I find myself reaching for color. I think it brings out the quirky side of me, and letting me act my age a bit more. We are only young once, right? I mean, I can't see my grandmother walking down the street wearing a lime green skirt and have it look hip. (Side note: I actually did see a grandmother wear neon in an attempt to look cool. The result? Well, let's just say, it wasn't what she was aiming for!)

While, I will be adding more color into my wardrobe I am desperately trying to maintain a sophisticated vibe. No easy feat, considering hot pink screams that of immaturity, that or a mid-life crisis, and lets just hope I'm not half way done with my life at only 16 years of age. The easy way out would be adding punches of colors through accessories, and this has always been my route of choice but not this time because this time I will be pushing myself out of my comfort zone.

I Have A Dream

2008-01-21T07:14:00.000-08:00

Since today is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, I thought I would do a post about the fashion of 1963, the same year Mr. MLKJ delivered is famous "I Have A Dream" speech, as my way of thanking him of giving me the day off (and for the path of change he carved for us).

1963 was the year of the little nothing; understatement was the key in everything. The well-bred look was the look to strive for, and if jewels were not real, they were simply not worn. Unless, of course they were small, perfect replicas, that way no one would ever know they were in fact not the real thing. The look was slim and towny, worn with upswept hair day and night. Make-up was very pale with the exception of strongly emphasized eyes.

Wow, 1963! Everything about it sounds like utter perfection except the upswept hair-do's. Natural, long wavy hair is so pretty why waste it away in a bun? The eye make-up is that of my favorite kind, I love for the eyes to be the focal point of a pretty face preferably with several coast of mascara. And wouldn't it be a miracle if everyone stopped wearing fakes! I think I would die and go to heaven.

F.F.F

2008-01-17T10:33:00.000-08:00

Fun Fashion Fact

Did you know that cotton t-shirts started out as underwear carried home from France by “doughboys” after World War I, it was a statement of youthful rebellion after James Dean wore one in Rebel Without a Cause? T-shirts were then adopted as personal billboards in the 1960s – displaying allegiance to favorite causes, sentiments, clothing brands and brands of foods, etc. – worn by the young and old alike.

I must admit my favorite part is 'adopted as personal billboards' because nothing come be more true. Even I fall victim to this sometimes, I am a free billboard, actually not free, I paid to be a billboard. How pathetic!

But really, free advertisement aside, comfortable t-shirts are a staple in anyone's wardrobe. Many people, nowadays are buying American Apparel in bulk. Personally, I have not bought anything from A.A. (I know, *gasp*) so I can not recommend them but there must be something good about them besides the fact that they are cheap. My favorite t-shirts are by C&C California. Soft, cozy, and expensive but they are totally worth it.

I love my t-shirts and now I know I'm not just a fashion rebel but just a youth rebel following the lead of James Dean. Oh, I'll follow his lead him anytime.

(Okay, so he's dead but if he was alive today...)

Last 10 Things

2008-01-16T19:43:00.000-08:00

What are the last ten things you purchased?

It's fun to recollect recent purchases because I always begin to think of ways to incorporate them into my existing wardrobe.

1.Haircut (I think I lost 2lbs of hair)

2.A coke slurpee with a pink straw, always.

3.Marc Jacobs skinny jeans to be turned into MJ cuffed shorts.

4.Ella Moss shorts [x2]

5.Little Boys Ralph Lauren plaid button up. It is beyond cozy.

6.Oscar de la Renta silk scarf, I think I am in love.

7.Hair dye (did it myself!): Light brown -> Dark brown

8.Purple dye to dye my Anthropologie dress.

9.The chicest box of tissues you will ever see. Has anyone else noticed that they have really beautified their boxes?

10.Hair ties because I always loose mine.

I look back on this list and laugh. Why? Simply because I am suppose to be saving money and tightening my budget, meanwhile this all went down in less then one week. Whoops! So, what's your list?

Chunky Crystal

2008-01-14T18:39:00.001-08:00

Chunky jewels have always been around, but usually reserved for elaborate cocktail parties or little girls "dress up" but now you can wear them to the grocery store if you'd like. Besides, the grocery store has always needed to be glammed up anyways. I do urge you to wear them carefully because it can (very easily) look tacky, but when worn correctly it is a fabulous way to bring the bright and vibrant colors into your wardrobe...without looking like a walking crayola box.

(Side note: Why does it seem the best trends are always either fabulous or atrocious?)

I Love This Advertisment!

2008-01-12T07:12:00.000-08:00

My new Vogue finally came in the mail, and not surprisingly my favorite part of the magazine was an advertisement. However, what did surprised me, was that it was a Citibank advertisement. How random is that?

Obviosuly USB = MIA

In case, the pictures are to tiny to read, here's what is says:

I don't cook. So I made my eat-in kitchen a fabulous walk-in closet
My name is Grace and I live in a small apartment in a big city. And since I enjoy shopping far more than, say, cooking, I decided to do a bit of home remodeling. So with my Citi card in hand, I set out to get some closet organizers. I bought a shoe rack for the oven, sweater boxes for the lower cupboards and some 12-inch baskets for handbags up above. I saved room for plates, glasses and silverware. And one large drawer stuffed wit take-out menus.

How cool is that? When I have my own apartment, you know I'll be turning my kitchen in to a fabulous walk-in closet.

Thank You! Thank You!

2008-01-09T19:23:00.000-08:00

The holidays are well behind us and if you are like me, you have procrastinated those thank you notes. Beautiful stationary has always been chic, but it seems now more then ever it almost required to have pretty note cards. I guess a plain and simple 'thank you' just isn't quite good enough. The quest for chic and budget friendly stationary has been more daunting then expected. I do not want to pay $50 for a 10 card set only to have them read it and throw away. So it was much to my surprise when I found a set of gorgeous 10 note cards for only one dollar at Michael's.

Okay, so it's not amazingly gorgeous but it is pretty....especially for only a buck and I still have $49 left over. While continuing to browse their dollar section I came across this little box. I didn't need a box, I have quite a few, but this just caught my eye so I figured "What the heck?!" and made my way to the check-out line.

Remember, being chic extends past the clothes you wear.
I apologize for the poor quality pictures, my camera cord is still missing.

I Hate To Be So Negative

2008-01-08T18:00:00.000-08:00

...but sometimes its a lot of fun. Exibit A:

MR. BLACKWELL'S 48TH ANNUAL WORST-DRESSED WOMEN LIST

10.) Alison Arngrim: "Little Nellie of the prairie, looks like a 1940's fashion editor for the Farmers Almanac."
9.) Lindsay Lohan: "Lindsay the fashion frenzy strikes again! Lohan takes fashion to a new low."
8.) Jessica Simpson: "Forget the Cowboys. In prom queen screams, can it get any worse? She's a global fashion curse!"
7.) Avril Lavigne: "Gothic make-up courtesy the mad spatula-Fashions provided by.. The house of Dracula!"
6.) Eva Green: "Stuck in neon nightmares not fit for the sane. Fashion this loud could give Bond a migraine! A profusion of confusion from toes to nose!"
5.) Kelly Clarkson: "Her heavenly voice soars above the rest... but those belly-baring bombs are hellish at best! She may be the queen of 'Pro-Active' – but that wardrobe looks downright radioactive!"
4.) Fergie: "Another style-free 'Fergie' in fashion's hall of shame? Yes, when it comes to couture chaos, guess it's all in a name!"
3.) Mary Kate Olsen: "YIKES! In layers of cut-rate kitsch, Mary Kate's look is hard to explain... she resembles a tattered toothpick-trapped in a hurricane!"
2.) Amy Winehouse: "Exploding beehives above…tacky polka-dots below... she's part 50's car-hop horror."
1.) Victoria Beckham: "Forget the fashion spice - wearing a skirt would suffice! In one skinny-mini monstrosity after another, pouty posh can really wreck-em."

Well, I think he hit the nail on the head with Victoria Beckham, but I don't agree with all of the choices. I like MK's style no matter how many haters she has. And to be honest, I do not know everyone on here, there are way too many 'celebrities' now to keep up.

WTF?! Segement Three

2008-01-07T06:57:00.000-08:00

“Apple Bottom Jeans, Boots with the Fur, ‘Da Whole Club Was Looking At Her”

We all know this song, and I bet you’ve sung along to it at least once. It’s just simply to catchy not to. But I had no idea that girls would actually ever want to wear Apple Bottom Jeans and boots with fur. I don’t like brand bashing, but I think Apple Bottom jeans are very ghetto, and not in the good way. And boots with fur? Well, I guess it depends, but my guess is that they are going to be fur-lined Uggs. I ~~thought~~hoping Gossip Girl would be taking over the fashion at America’s public high schools, but I guess I was wrong, and instead girls are going to be inspired by a rap/pop song. Great. I hope this ‘trend’ doesn’t catch on, and instead girls can just stick to singing the lyrics instead of wearing them.

If your looking for Apple Bottom jeans (although I highly discourage you and I know you wouldn’t) you can find some at Macy’s, I saw a full page ad in the new TeenVogue. Gag me now

Oh, and guess who was modeling in these ads? Jade! Yes, the bitch from America’s Next Top Model. And you know if Jade is wearing them, it’s a definite no-no!

The Ads:

I know, I know, you're thinking the same thing I was. "Jade got a job?!" This is most definitely WTF?! worthy.

I Want To Dye!

2008-01-06T08:39:00.000-08:00

I have a lovely tunic/dress from Anthropologie that I bought a year and a half ago and have only worn twice. Mine is not in black like the one shown (it was the only picture I could find online) but rather a pale pale pink. And because I am very pale myself the color is less then flattering against my skin tone. I've decided to dye it but I have absolutely no idea what color, so I figured I would ask you. Because of its color, or rather lack there of, I can dye it any I please but I've narrowed it down to...

Black? Dark Navy Blue? Red? Or perhaps Deep Purple?

Opinions please?

Satisfy YourMy Craving: New Shoes

2008-01-05T07:59:00.000-08:00

Super high-heeled patent leather oxfords. I love them, love, love, love, love them. (Yes, that much) And even the too-inspired for my taste Steve Madden "knock-offs" at $150, I couldn't bring myself to spend that much on shoes that I knew I more then likely would not be wearing anytime soon. And since these are trendy shoes, there was a chance I'd never even get to wear them. However, I was at Forever 21 yesterday and found these beauties for only $20, I had to have them. Poor quality? That's for sure. But they will probably just sit in my closet anyways, with me admiring them. And that's fine, after all they were only twenty dollars, and it got my mind off the real thing, and satisfied my craving for them.

Picutres were taken from my phone because I have temporarily misplaced the USB cord for my camera. Oh crap

I really want to wear them some where. They are a little high for me (don't laugh) so I can't wear them anywhere where I will actually be required to walk for more then a few minutes at a time. I'm thinking the movies are my best option. I would say out to dinner, but unfortunately I rarely hit up cool restaurants, mainly just the Cheesecake Factory. (Side note: I've never actually had Cheesecake there, odd?)

So, you like?

F.F.F

2008-01-03T17:37:00.000-08:00

Fun Fashion Fact, get it? The other day, I don't remember where, but I read that (for most people) you wear 20% of your wardrobe 80% of the time. At first, I was like, "Well that doesn't apply to me. I love getting dressed, and am constantly changing my outfits." But, then I thought about it a little bit, and I was it surprised me that there is some truth to this "fact". Although I rarely, repeat an outfit, I do have my wardrobe staples that I re-use over and over. This backs up the idea, of investing in your basics, because you really do use them over and over.

My 20% consists of...

1. Classic boot-cut Seven's. I have a wide selection of jeans, but I always reach for these mainly because they are so comfortable, and fit me the best.

2. My C&C California tank tops go underneath almost everything I wear. They are so incredibly soft and feel so good against the skin.

3. The only purse I use, for the most part, is a grey Cole Haan Satchel. It's incredibly versatile and I use it for almost everything. Hopefully this will soon change to the Louis Vuitton Speedy, hopefully.

4. Don't sue me, and arrest me for being a fashion fraud, but I wear Juicy Couture Hoodies/Track Jackets daily. Mind you, I only wear them when working out or lounging around.

5. Black opaque tights, 'Nuff said. Oh, and I wear my navy blue tights when I'm not wearing my black ones.

6. Now that it's winter, pants have strongly taken over my wardrobe, especially when it's just too cold to wear tights. And jeans can get boring too quickly, I often opt for Black Cords by Eden.

7. A simple black cardigan fits over most things nicely, especially if your rushing out the door.

8. When it's warmer, I have a pair of grey menswear inspired shorts with subtle metallic stripes. I love them and wear them probably more then I should.

9.I also have a pair of black shorts with a cuff that I wear frequently, that is when its not thirty degrees outside.

10. Diamond studs, I don't usually wear that much jewelery, it's too much fuss for my very on the go life style. And diamond studs are perfect, because they are easily dressed up or down.

Notice that not a single pair of shoes were listed. That's because I change my shoes a couple times a day. I don't really even have that many, just a nice selection of my favorites. So, does this 'fact' apply to you?

I'm A Little Obsessed With This Book

2007-12-29T08:26:00.001-08:00

This is an excerpt from The Little Dictionary Of Fashion by Christian Dior. It really inspired me, so I wanted to share this with you. Enjoy!

Introduction...

"Much has been written about Fashion, in all its aspects, but I do not think any couturier has ever before attempted to compile a dictionary on the subject.
Of course, it would take volumes to cover the entire field of Fashion, but I have compiled a book that I think is neither too long, so that it becomes tedious, nor too short so that it seems insufficient, and I have called it my Little Dictionary of Fashion. I think it should be of great practical use to the women of today.
Many people dismiss haute couture as being something that is only for those who are very wealthy.
But it is possible for a woman to be elegant without spending very much money on her clothes, if she follows the basic rules of Fashion and is careful to choose the clothes that suit her personality.
Simplicity, good taste, and grooming are the three fundamentals of good dressing and these do not cost money.
First, you must study yourself. Learn to know what suits you and what does not. And study your own needs. Find the colors that flatter you and emphasize your looks. Avoid colors that do nothing for you.
Choose clothes that are simple in line and pay great attention to their fit.
And above all -care for your clothes. You cannot be well groomed if your clothes are not well cared for."

Ramblings 12/27/07

2007-12-27T21:43:00.000-08:00

Sorry I haven't posted that much this week, I have been tres busy. I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas! I know I did, so let's be shallow and dish about what we got. Shall we?

I received this wonderful, "Find Another Love" cardigan, Joie. Gorgeous, no? Only mine is in cream and ten times better.

This lovely mug from Anthropologie, which I blogged about earlier this month. I guess now I've learned how to not-so-subtly drop hints.

I love this notebook, it is so incredibly unique and happy, also from Anthropologie.

This is a must read, I sped through it so fast. Simply amazing. Which reminds me, there is an excerpt from there I want to share with you. Hmm..

Trish McEvoy brushes, as well as a compact palette, I still need to go fill it. I also received her book on make-up techniques.

Enough, about Christmas presents, I'm sure aren't really interested in ~~hearing~~reading about the rest of my gifts.

So did anyone hit the after-Christmas sales? I did! Yay! I went to Nordstrom Rack and Loehman's.

I didn't find anything at NR, although my sister found an amazing blue Marc Jacobs sweater, as well as an adorable black dress and cute gray tee. Can you say, borrowing?

I, however, hit the jackpot at Loehman's. I found an amazing deep purple silk Theory tank top.

I found this picture on Ebay (haha!) but it really does not do it justice at all. The original price was $180 but I got it for only $15.

I also scored a $2.50 C&C California bright purple tank top, it's from a few years ago I believe because the style is a little awkward. But I figured, it's two bucks, I'll wear it jogging. It seemed to be the night of the cheap purple tank tops.

Just a note: Loehman's was having a sale on fragrance (the nice stuff!) gift sets, 50% off already discounted prices. It might be something to check out. You can score Chloe perfume and lotion for $15, at least at the one near me.

Okay, I am off to bed. It's 10:30pm and I am simply exhausted. Share your gifts/buys...

Make Your Christmas That Much Better

2007-12-23T07:57:00.001-08:00

It's hard to believe Christmas is in two days, it feels like December just began and that I stuffed my face with Turkey only last week. But it is, and I have something to share with you, that will make your Christmas that much better. No, I'm not trying out for Miss America, so I won't babble on about the starving children that you should send all your food to and that the happiness of giving will make you feel wonderful. Not that these aren't excellent topics to discuss and in need of discussion, it's just this is a fashion blog and I already donated to the food bank.

Okay, now I feel really shallow. So I guess you are getting two tips today.

#1 Donate to the food bank and share your blessings it will make you feel wonderful.

and numero dos...

On Christmas Day, not many people dress up to open up presents. And really, who can blame them? If you are like me, you have younger siblings that wake you up at 6AM to see if Santa came. Who wants to take the time to get dressed, yet alone be awake at that hour? But, there are a lot of pictures taken that morning. Lots. And do you really want to look back and see a mess of you in a picture? No, of course not. Cute pajamas are a must on Christmas Eve night. And in the morning, take the time to either comb you hair for 30 seconds or pull it back into a pony. Now, you will look like Sleeping Beauty, only awake of course. And as a double bonus, more pictures (that you look good in) for your Myspace/Facebook. Yes, Santa told me you were a camera whore, but its okay I am too.

I Like Girls Who Wear Abercrombie & Fitch

2007-12-22T08:19:00.000-08:00

Does anyone else remember this song? It brings back so many memories.
Note: If you'd like to turn it off just press pause, I couldn't figure out to make it so you got to choose whether or not you wanted it to be played. I toook the song down, because it was getting annoying, if you missed it. LFO Summer Girls

I don't usually shop at Abercrombie, it's just not my kind of store. I shopped there in Jr. High, and bought the logo tee's thinking I was oh so cool. Of course, I wasn't, but I thought I was. Anyways, I have a Christmas present that I received that I am planning on returning. I know, I know, it's horrible of me to return a gift but if I bought someone something they don't care for I would rather them return it and get something they actually like. Like my reasoning? Yes? No?

I have not yet bought into the whole plaid trend and I realize its on the way out the door, but something intrigues me about these shorts. I know they are basic, and overdone, but I usually do not go for things like this. Someone once told me, okay more then just someone, a few people, have told me I dress too old for my age. And that's fine because most teenagers think Urban Outfitters is god, and that Forever 21 is the best store on the planet. So if they think I don't dress like what the 'average' teenager should dress like, I'll take it as a compliment. But sometimes, I get to not wear heels everywhere, and get to bum it. Oh, and I forgot to mention, these shorts are just ten dollars. Amazing?

I'm thinking for school, I will pair it with a nice black blouse and the black flats I'm assuming I'm getting for Christmas. Yes, my older brother is the best. (Shout it out! Tony you rule!) For lazy days, maybe just gladiators and a basic long, deep v-neck tank. Or do you think the gladiator trend is done and fried like KFC?

Your Ass Is Smaller, You're Engaged...

2007-12-21T18:10:00.000-08:00

and you are going to be making more money on February 1 if you go to http://watchisaac.com. Haha! Oh.My.Goodness. I loved his show on the Style Network, and I think I am bound to love this one as well.

The "Teaser"

Remember February 1, your ass is smaller!

It's Raining Fashion

2007-12-19T15:33:00.001-08:00

"It's raining, it's pouring, the old man is snoring". Man, I wish I was asleep, I am so tired. But I'm not and it's raining. It has been raining a lot lately, well a lot more then usual. So, I'm thinking I should take the plunge and buy some rain boots? I really dislike them, but I'd rather wear goofy shoes and be able to walk comfortably then avoid the tiniest of puddles and still end up destroying my favorite pair of shoes. But yet, I am still unsure. Where do you cross the line between fashion and practicality?

And just for fun....

In England, during the nineteenth-century, it was considered vulgar to hold an Umbrella under one's arm. Well-bred people gripped their umbrellas in the middle, with the handle turned toward the ground. Only silk Umbrellas were considered fashionable by the British upper crust, and these only if they were blue or green. For the general public, umbrellas were an unaffordable luxury. When it rained the ordinary man or woman would hire an Umbrella from a local stand, usually at the cost of one and a half pence per hour.

My umbrella, while green, is not made of silk. It's cute, with charms and small pink roses, a birthday gift from on of my best friends. Quite funny actually, considering my birthday is in June. Aren't inside jokes the best?

Men In Heels?

2007-12-17T20:08:00.000-08:00

Let's be open-minded. Okay?

Very recently the topic of men and heels has come up quite frequently, and I must say I do not know what to make of it. I don't mind men in chunky heeled boots or even shoes with a small chunky heel. But the idea of men wearing stilletos? I just don't know. It would definetly take some getting use to. And I'll admit, I hope the trend doesn't catch on. Although, it might be a good needed laugh to see the men in our life try and walk in them while wincing in pain. Hundreds of years ago, it was common practice for both women and men to wear heels, it then dissaparead out of fashion and reappeared later but this time soley for women. Maybe, it will be the next fashion revelation, like girls wearing pants. I mean, heels are a very good thing, they make our legs appear longer which makes our whole body appear slimmer. So why shouldn't men have this benifit as well? All I can say is, if men are going to start wearing heels they better shave their legs too!

Chanel Has Gone Green

2007-12-16T20:12:00.000-08:00

I've never really liked the idea of riding a bike. When I was six, I thought it was cool, it was very "big kid", and of course, at six years old, I was a big kid. I thought it was cool, that is, until I did not remember where the brakes were and crashed into a tree. Mind you, I was going down hill so I wasn't exactly going slow. My second bad experience was on a bike ride with my dad and older brother. My brother told me to stay still, so I did, and he came racing towards me, meaning to stop only inches away while I stood there in fear. Yes, that's what he intended to do. However, he did not stop in time and ended up crashing into me. So me and bikes don't exactly have the best history.

But during the summer, I saw a girl riding around with a pink new-vintage (oxymoron?)bike that was utter perfection. She looked so chic riding around town that she made me want give bike riding another try. Well, someone else must have got the memo that bike riding is chic because Chanel has come out with a bike which retails for around $9000.

I think I was shocked as you, why the hell is Chanel designing a bike? They do fashion not transportation. But going green seems to be more chic then the Balenciaga Motorcycle bag. And if you are going green, why not go all the way? Ditch your car hybrids and ride around on the most fashion forward bike I have ever seen. Note: It is the only fashion related bike I have ever seen.

For Two Oh Oh Eight

2007-12-13T19:30:00.000-08:00

Graphic prints have been redesigned. Instead of full on prints, one amazing big and bold is the way to go. Bright colors paired with complementary neutrals with subtle shine screams chic. It's screaming so loud, that I'm in California and my girls in China can hear me. That loud.

Renewed My Love Of Chanel

2007-12-10T21:26:00.000-08:00

I would like to retract my previous hate letter to Karl Lagerfeld because his latest collection shown last week in London was simply stunning; the way that modern Chanel should be. I can not express in words how much I am in love with this collection. He makes me want to wear only black and white with raccoon eyes, and make my hair pencil straight. Very mod, very fresh, very gorgeous.

Note To Self: Buy black lacy gloves.

Did You Know?

2007-12-10T15:06:00.000-08:00

Hey, did you know that dabbing yourself wit perfume while studying can actually help you get a better grade if you wear the same scent while taking the test. Why? Because scent is strongly connected with our memory.

You bet I'm going to try it, major Calc final on Wednesday, off to study group be back later girls!

Runway/Haute Couture Part 2

2007-12-09T07:44:00.000-08:00

Oh my, oh my, my weekend thus far has been very busy and today is no exception, so again I will have to make this short. I think I should continue with the discussion of runway shows/haute couture.

And there were two very good points and did not mention yesterday. The first being the fact that it's a show, its suppose to be entertaining. While walking down the runway in gorgeous cocktail dresses and perfectly put together 'wearable' outfits its nice, its boring and overdone. Elaborate looks are exciting, they grab your attention and make you think. They inspire.

The second reason, having much to do with the fact that fashion is a form of art. Have you ever been to an art museum and seen the absolutely weirdest 'sculpture' ever. Maybe it was 3 Pepsi cans stacked on top of each other and that was the artist's masterpiece. While you are sitting there thinking "What the hell?" another person comes up and thinks it is absolutely brilliant. I don't think either person is wrong, because we are all entitled to our own opinions. You simply did not understand the message the artists was trying to portray. This also can be applied to runway shows, sometimes the designers ideas are so out there that we don't get it, at least not until someone explains it to us. For the few, that do get the message right off the bat, then rock on! But for me (and others) it takes some thought pondering, a lot of staring and a little bit of time to see more then just the look, but the message behind the look. However, I find this process quite exciting. You?

2007-12-08T08:43:00.000-08:00

I know yesterday I said I'd be taking a break until my math final was over, but here I am. *Tisk*Tisk* I was intrigued by an interesting conversation that I had with one of my friend's yesterday, he couldn't grasp the concepts of fashion shows. Mainly, because the clothes on the runway are not real-life wearable, so what's the point? And I must admit, I've had questions myself as to why designers do such elaborote looks to the extent of looking like elaborate costumes.

Runway shows are exagerated ideas that inspired the real clothing line. The designers put these shows on, hoping you'll be inspired by the runway looks and think of it, while dressing yourself (hopefully with his/her's clothes). They are also a good form of plublicity and lots of fun. And as my friend blantly pointed out 'another reason to party'. There is always a party after the fashion show. Always

Ahh, there is more to discuss on this topic but I guess I will have to finish posting later today or tomorrow because my time limit is up and I must return to Calculus.

In the meantime, share your opinions on the matter...

Bop Bop Bop...

2007-12-07T14:12:00.000-08:00

FYI: There's a sale at ShopBop going on right now. It's worth checking out, free shipping and no tax unless you live in Wisconsin (sucks for you!).

Current sale items that if I had the money I would buy. (Christmas is leaving me broke, and I'm still on my quest for the Speedy)

Marc Jacobs weekender bag, offered exclusively at Shopbop. I really need a new overnighter, the one I currently have is bright yellow and old. I bought it at my neighbors garage sale for twenty-five cents (such a splurge, I know).

Chic major! Oh my goodness, I'm in love. But really, what by Alice & Olivia isn't lust worthy?

I'm in the market for some new black flats, and these by Dolce Vita are just what I'm looking for. Definitely going on my Christmas list.

Oh, and I won't be posting much probably until Wednesday night or Thursday, I have my math final. So it's study time for me, normally I woudln't care that much but I actually have an 'A' in this class and I'm hoping to maintain it.

WTF?!

2007-12-05T14:03:00.000-08:00

Fendi has a new bag. Would you like to know the theme? Do-it-yourself! The limited edition baguette comes with a logo embossed box filled with Pantone markers and with those you are suppose to color it in. Would you like to know the price tag? $5,500! Um, yikes. What I want to know, is what happens when you, inevitably, mess it up.

Shopping!

2007-12-03T09:28:00.000-08:00

Your Invited...

Date: December 2, 2007
Location: The Forums
Who: Me, Danielle, Nick
Why: Why not?

Anthropologie: is hands down, one of my favorite store. I could spend hours in this place, just roaming around, looking at the gorgeousness of it all. The sales associates here have amazing style, I should have snapped a picture of them, but I didn't. I didn't want to seem stalker-like and not be allowed to show my face there again, because that would be a tragedy.

If I had my own apartment, I'd buy a whole set of them and be ultra chic. But for right now, I'll buy one and use it to hold my pencils, and be ultra lame but at least with chic pencil holder. $12

Do you notice a trend? For some odd reason, I was gravitating to oranges and reds yesterday. I love this top, but it didn't fit me. I was what you would call 'totally bummed'. $68 Note: Modeled by Nick

Pretty notebook! I've been looking for one and this one was just screaming my name, well first it called my sister. I have to give her some credit, she was the one who found it. I really like the unique detailing on the binding. $16

Bombay: I'm re-doing my room, and I love getting inspired. There was so many things I found that I absolutely need right now. But none more then this...

Hi! I need this! Want to buy it for me for Christmas? Actually, I do need this. I don't currently have a clock in my room, isn't that odd? $34

Other highlights: I tried a pickle! And we got it all on video, needless to say, I will not be having another one anytime soon. I bought, well my sister bought me, I plain red t-shirt. The only thing remotely interesting about it would be the length of the sleeves, its a little longer then the typical short sleeve. Oh! I know! Exciting!I didn't take a picture of it, I didn't want proof of the fact that I was in Tilly's. Don't laugh! My sister had a gift certificate there, it was a gift from a girl in her math class. We went to go get my little brother's Christmas present, but we didn't find anything.

Out Is In

2007-12-01T19:12:00.000-08:00

"Get your sexy out, go here we go, get your sexy out"

CUT-OUTS are about to becoming very "in", and I'm loving these sexy lines. But, there is a fine line between sexy and skanky, when wearing such trend avoid cut-outs around the midriff. You don't want to be mistaken as a $5 dollar hooker, it's just not a good thing.

This gorgeous top is on sale at Urban Outfitters for only $20. I have always found backs to be sexy, and oh baby this one is HOT!

Gorgeous!!! Oh my, I'm in love! And really for a dress such as this it's not that expensive. Of course $285 isn't exactly cheap either, but you can use this as your Winter Formal dress, and you can one up all those Gossip Girl wannabes. Available at Nordstrom.

10 Months 'Till Topshop!

2007-12-01T16:22:00.000-08:00

Finally, something happy about today. Oh, you don't want to know about my day, its been worse then finding out V.B. was announced as the next model for Marc Jacobs!

TOPSHOP IS COMING TO THE STATES!

Finally! I've always loved the clothes that I've seen on the website and now I can actually go purchase the items I've been coveting for so long. Well, perhaps not the ones I'm currently in love with, Topshop isn't scheduled to open in America until September 2008, that's 10 months from now.

The address? 478 Broadway in Soho. Unfortunately, that's a few thousand miles away from where I am. If that location does well, more stores will be opened. And really how could it not do well? What are the chances of TopShop flopping? Yea, I'm thinking slim to none.

Hearing this, has my my bad day turn into a good one. Is that lame? Maybe, but all well.

WTF?

2007-11-30T20:13:00.000-08:00

WTF? is now a new segment, basically it is what is says it to be. My rants about the crazy things in the world of fashion, well some of them. If I were to rant about all of them, we'd be here forever.

BREAKING NEWS: Victoria Beckham has just been named Marc Jacobs latest model. WTF? I am a fan of Marc Jacobs and all things genius and absolutely crazy of his. But why does he have to use her? She has absolutely NO fashion sense whatsoever AT ALL. Sure she matches things perfectly, but to the point where it makes me want to gag. Truthfully, she reminds me of the modern day Fran from "The Nanny". It will be interesting to see the ads, I guess I'll have to be open-minded about it until I actually see the photos but I just don't see her in Marc Jacob's gorgeous ads.But I guess time will only tell...

Hush Those Babies Up!

2007-11-29T20:59:00.000-08:00

High-heels are sexy, and many guys like the noise they make when you walk in them. It announces to the world "Here I am, look at me!" and it does show confidence to walk confidently in clicky shoes. And really that is just dandy, but at school? Not so much. And I love wearing heels because I ride the short bus [REPRESENT!] but really I hate walking around school 'click click click click' and truthfully it makes me feel a tad self conscious. But that's okay because there is a very simple and easy solution. At art supplies stores you can buy felt rather inexpensively and cut them to fit around your heel, you can even buy some with a sticky back. It's very discrete and it won't ruin your shoe in any way! It's that simple and now your shoe is quiet! Yay! Problem equals solved.

P.S. That shoe will set you back a whoppingg $1300. Wow.

A Little ALL Over the Place

2007-11-29T17:16:00.000-08:00

Today is just basically random thoughts going through my head, some relating to fashion, some not.

America's Next Top Model: Is it just me or is this season boring? I haven't even been enticed to watch a complete episode. In fact, I can't even remember the girls names. The only one that I slightly remembered and liked, got voted off last night. Boo!

Gossip Girl: So chic as always. I want Nate to want Blair, they look so good together. I kinda got lost on his father's story line, was he trying to kill himself? Or did he actually accidentally mix pain killers and alcohol?

Project Runway: Damn me, I fell asleep right after GG. Some one want to fill me in on the details?

Street Style:So while driving past the high school I saw some interesting outfits. Err, they should pick up a copy of Vogue. I did say interesting, right?

Holiday Shopping:Actually, I'm doing pretty good this year. Staying within my budget, and getting really nice gifts for everyone and this morning I even wrapped two. I fully heartily believe presentation is half the gift.
Okay, that's all for now. I promise I'll have a real post tomorrow!

♥jenn

Girl of the Week: Nadia

2007-11-25T19:06:00.000-08:00

What are you wearing?: I'm wearing and American Appareldress, an H&M kids blazer, wayfarers, and my cobrasnake yardsale boots.

On Official Buisness: I was in DC that day, at the ambassador's house. It was an EID celebration, to celebrate the ending of ramadan. i loved how it's surrounded by the woods, so i was inspired to take a picture

Falling Leaves: Everything from magazines to celebrities to the colors of the crisp, fall leaves inspires me, really.

Shh!: Thrift stores are my ultimate secret.

Dream Vacation: For my cobrasnake boots..i live in Delaware and i was in San Diego for the summer. So, I found out about the yardsale and starting freaking out and begged my mom to go and surprisingly, we went! Ahh, how I love my mom, we drove through 3 hours of traffic to get there, and I believe it was worth it.

Stand Out!: I believe that every piece that I buy should be a statement piece. And if you look in my closet, you'll see that I have a limited amount of basics; except of course, my hane's men's tees!

Absolute Fave: It would DEFINITELY have to be my deep burgundy patent leather hobo Chloe bag. Oh wow, it's the first designer purse that was bought for me, and wow it's my favorite.

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Project Runway Gets Bitten

2007-11-24T08:29:00.000-08:00

So, Project Runway was on Wednesday and I hope you all remembered to watch because it was fabulous as always. The designers this week, were asked to make 2 pieces for Sarah Jessica Parker's Line, "Bitten", for Steve and Barry's. The two pieces had to retail for $40, so their budget was a mere $15. Some of the designs, to put it nicely, were WAY out there. But the Victorya's winning design was simply stunning, and better yet, as of yesterday, it is now available on sale at Steve & Barry's store locations.

Of course, yours truly went shopping yesterday to go buy herself some wonderful Project Runway goodness. And I even had to go to Poor Man's Plaza (the nick name for the mall that the Steve & Barry's is in, its a long story). I risked me life to bring this report to you. Ok, not really, but still I did have to wake up early to go to the store, before it was sold out, 4AM mind you. It came in two colors, burgundy and dark blue. Just as stunning on the hanger as it was on the runway and only $20. I got to to the dressing room only to find myself disappointed, my small frame could not handle the volume of this dress and therefor looked like I was wearing a tent. The vest was cute, but I failed to purchase it because it was nothing amazing and I had other places to go. I should have known better, small people just simple cant pull of that voluminous look. But still, I wanted to at least try. Steve & Barry's claims to be affordable quality, although I found this particular dress to be that of very low. However, a short sleeve turtleneck sweater I tried on, was gorgeous, soft and very good quality for its $14.99 price tag. I think later this weekend, I will be going back there to take another look at SJP's line.

I hope in the future, we are given the opportunity to buy looks from Project Runway at affordable prices. Although, I know most likely we will never have this wonderful chance again.

GCY's Guide to BLACK FRIDAY!

2007-11-22T08:23:00.000-08:00

Tomorrow is the infamous Black Friday and yes, you better bring your boxing gloves because things can get pretty feisty out there.

Rule #1Wear a basic cami and jeans. If it is too cold to wear just that, obviously wear a jacket, but it is important to wear a basic cami and you will see why in a second.

Rule #2Grab now, try on later! Seriously, I've watched stores go from picture perfect to tornado worthy in 2 seconds flat, and I am dead serious. So grab everything you want, and then try on later. You wear a cami, so you can avoid dressing rooms, because honestly do you really want another long line you have to wait though? Yea, neither do I.

Rule #3 If you and another shopper reach for the same item, at the exact same time, and it is the only one left, bitch until you are the winner of the item. Bring out all your frustration and take it out on him/her, your quarrel will only last at the most 15 minutes but you, or whoever you decide to gift the item to, will be able to have it forever . And while I suggest practicing being bitchy, do try and avoid trying out your new found bitchiness on your mother, especially while she is in the kitchen cooking the turkey...close to the butcher knifes.

Rule #4 Have a plan of what you what you want, or at least a good idea of it, before you go. Otherwise, you could walk out of there with bags and bags full of goodies (that you might not ever need) and an empty wallet. But do keep in mind, many of these sales will only last for so long, make decisions based on your needs.

Rule #5 If you plan on waking up early to hit those 2AM sales, then I suggest you go to bed accordingly. Because otherwise one of three things can happen. Scenario One: You oversleep, OH NO!! You missed all the good deals! Scenario Two: You wake-up but are too exhausted and busy yawning to give a good fight for those last pair of Jimmy Choo's marked down too ridiculous prices, or Scenario Three: You got lucky and lack of sleep has not affected your Black Friday shopping skills in any way.

Good luck and have fun shopping! Happy Turkey Day everyone!

♥jenn

Fashionably Late With Stacy London

2007-11-20T20:59:00.001-08:00

There is a new show on TLC, and one I think you'll be very interested in. Stacy London, co-host of "What Not To Wear", has a new show called "Fashionably Late with Stacy London". It premiers Friday, November 23 at 10pm.

Here's the commercial...

It's a suppose to be a talk show full of fun and sass and of course FASHION. I love Stacy London, she is so spunky and down to earth. And finally, some advice from her not directed to someone who thinks sweats are perfectly are acceptable to go to work in. Come on, I know you use to, or still do, love watching "What Not To Wear". Actually, its part of what got me getting into fashion, I never wanted to be on that show. But now I do, I'd dress ugly for me 'secret video' for the $5,000 shopping spree! Shhh! Don't tell my strategy or they won't pick me!

I can't wait to watch it this Friday, it seems like it's going be really good show.

Sneak Preview

Do It Yourself!

2007-11-20T07:59:00.000-08:00

Go Couture Yourself's very first ever Do It Yourself. I fell in love with this headband from Shopbop. But as gorgeous as it was, I wasn't willing to pay $62 for it. I've splurged on headbands before, and it just wasn't worth the money; especially when I can make one for free.

The Inspiration:

Materials
1. Hot Glue Gun
2. 1 Yard of ribbon
3. A string of rhinestones (1 1/2 feet long)
4. A headband
5. Clear nail polish not pictured
6. Scissors not pictured
7. Sharpie not pictured

The ribbon I'm using is actually the ribbon Nordstrom ties around their gift boxes, but you can buy ribbon for $3 at any art supplies stores. The string of rhinestones is available at Michael's for around $5 a foot, and I promise I did actually have this lying around the house. If you don't have a spare headband, Target has some nice ones for only $2 or you can even try the dollar store.

Since the ribbon I used was too thick, I cut it in half. However, if you go out and buy some I suggest getting a width of 1/2 inch. Whenever you cut the ribbon it can fringe, to avoid this problem, 'paint' along the edge with the clear finger nail polish.

Now, mark with the sharpie where you want the bow to be. You'll see why in a second.

Okay, so now you've marked where you're bow is going to be. On one side of the mark, take the ribbon and hot glue the edge of it on the backside of the headband. Then, proceed to wrap around until you reach the end of the headband. When you get to this point, then hot glue the edge off on the inside. You don't want any seams to show.

You are going to do the same on the other side of the marking as well, but leave a gap of 1/2 inch.

Now, that you have the headband wrapped, it's time to apply the rhinestones. Start at one end, just get about 1/4 an inch to the very end. You don't need or want it to go all the way down. Hot glue the rhinestones and then proceed until you reach the other end. It's important to make sure you hot glue each rhinestone,if you don't it will not lay completely flat. Since its on a string, all you have to do is make a line with the hot glue and then push the rhinestones in until secure, do an inch at a time.

Okay, now its time to fill that gap that we left earlier. With the extra ribbon, you are going to tie a bow around the headband. But instead of tieing a bow and then attaching it to our headband, we are actually going to tie it around the headband. Before pulling the knot, put a dot of hot glue down so it will stay secure, then tye a bow

Now, you are almost done but the ends of the headbands are still unfinished. To make everything look neat simply glue a piece of ribbon like so.

Yay! You're done!

Here's what the final product looks like:

The picture, really doesn't do it justice and I'm really pleased with the result.

Girl of the Week: Brittany

2007-11-19T07:02:00.000-08:00

What are you wearing?: A white ruffled dress from Zara, black patent Fendi B Belt, Chanel Classic flap bag, and the shoes are black peep-toe slingbacks

A Little Bit of Everything: My style is a mix of vintage and boho but I like to be girly, classic, chic and put together at the same time.

Aloha!: I was going with my friends to eat at Roy’s in Newport Beach. It’s a really nice restaurant, love their food! For any of you that don’t know what it is, it is Hawaiian Fusion food.

Famous Advice: “In order to be irreplaceable, one must always be different.” –Coco Chanel. Be different and unique! Don’t be afraid to take risks. Remember, there are no rules in fashion. Wear what you want, and have confidence in it.

Fashion inspiration: COCO CHANEL, Rachel Bilson, Mischa Barton, and Kate Moss. Cities also inspire me too- like when I went to Europe two summers ago, I was amazed! I love Milan, Paris, London, and Barcelona!

Garage Rock Revival:My favorite band is THE STROKES!

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PS. Please ignore my lame photoshopping, but this girl of the week didn't want her face show -quite understandably. You never know what type of cook you might be No offense or anything *wink*

Dear Santa,

2007-11-16T08:02:00.000-08:00

You might not remember me, I haven't written to you in a long time; since I was 5 years old, in fact. But I want you to know, I still full heartily believe in you. Oh, and before I get down to business please do not stop saying "Ho, ho, ho" because "Ha, ha, ha" is not what Santa says, and I'm sorry if any child knows the American meaning for the word "ho" they might be thinking of the garden tool, that or their mother is one. I know it's only November, but I'd figure I'd start early so you can shop sales if you'd like. Oh, err I mean have the elves make them in your factory.

Speedy 30 in Damier Canvas; Eluxury.com or any Louis Vuitton boutique
Now Santa, I know you may thinking "Oh my gosh, $620 for a bag?!" But let me remind you that you are not a girl, and do not simply understand our wants and needs, just ask Mrs. Clause, I'm sure she'll agree with me. Besides, this is no ordinary bag this is the Louis Vuitton Speedy, a classic, and something I will be able to use forever and of very high quality, trust me it will last through the years. It is definitely something to think about, remember this one all the way to South Coast Plaza.

Now, Santa you may be thinking, "What about that Flat Screen TV you wanted?" I thought about it and decided that electronics diminish in value very quickly, by the time its my birthday I'm sure they will be half the cost, some things require patience. This is one of them.

Guess what? It's only $15! Amazing, I know. A perfect stocking stuffer, or small present, but either way this is something I truly want. Available at http://shop.com, just type in "The Little Dictionary of Fashion".

Also, I need a pair of basic black ballet flats, ask Mrs. Clause to help you out with this one. I wear a size 6.

Magazine subscriptions; TeenVogue, Nylon Mag, Glamour and Elle. Really, this is a great gift, because it will last for the whole year and sometimes two! I'd really like Nylon but you most likely haven't heard of it because they don't sell it at the grocery stores. Here's the link, a cool t-shirt comes with a subscription; CLICK HERE FOR NYLON MAG!

Please, please, please, please, please, please, please! I really really want a puppy. And don't worry, the cats will learn to cope with our new addition to the family. Doesn't he just make your heart melt? I'd really like to rescue a dog, instead of one from a pet store.

Beauty products are always a good thing, I need some new lip gloss, lotion and powder, although this something I'd rather pick out myself. I know you hate giving out gift cards but could you pretty please make an exception just this once?

Oh, and I'd also really like a DVD player for my room. It doesn't have to be high tech or anything, it just has to work, but looking cool is always a positive.

Headbands galore! I would pretty please, like a few new headbands, the only requirement is that they must be thin, and of good quality so they don't hurt my head. Oh and I'd like them to be neutral in color, black is the best option, and can one have a bow on it?

And one more thing, I need black Juicy sweats, I've outgrown most of mine, and really, a pair of comfortable sweats is practically a necessity.

Oh, and surprises are great too. *wink*

I know my list was a little all over the place, but that's a lot how I am. And while your reading this, if you wouldn't mind responding with the type of cookies you'd like laid out this year? Sugar-free I'm assuming? And as always, the reindeer will be provided with baby carrots.

♥always
Jenn

Gossip Girl: The Look For Less

2007-11-14T07:26:00.001-08:00

The latest "it" TV show, the one you better watch or on Thursday you're a looser, the one that didn't watch Gossip Girl. *Gasp* We don't want that to happen! No don't worry, it hasn't reached American Idol status yet, and besides if your friends were to ditch you over a TV show, then well, hate to break it to you, you have no friends and need new ones asap. Just like The OC influenced teen girl's fashion across the nation, I hope that Gossip Girl has the same effect. We need to un-do the doing of The OC. Say good-bye to fake Chanel bags [you know at least one girl at your school owns one] and stop wearing jeans everday and hello to tights, dresses and beautiful hair and make-up. Wait, a minute isn't that what I have been advocating for all along?

Blair has made the headbands in again, they were hot for a short while but are making a full come-back. She has actually inspired me to start wearing mine again, thin ones this time around so much more chic then thick widths. Side note: Isn't she absolutley gorgeous?

The blue blouse, is absolutley stunning and available for $27 at Forever 21, an amazing find. If you'd like they have black opoque tights available for $5, but I assume you already have some. Instead of going pantless like Blair, I strongly suggest that you wear something, may I suggest black shorts. Oh, and by strongly suggest I mean, you have to wear something for bottoms, its a must. Try these from Nordstrom for $36.

Remember, its on TONIGHT 9/8c right after America's Next Top Model.

I Don't Like Karl Designing for Chanel but I do Love Chanel

2007-11-13T15:59:00.001-08:00

But maybe not the Chanel you are thinking of, try Chanel Iman, aka the next biggest supermodel, that's if she's not classified as one already. She's gorgeous, has a very cool name, and lives a charmed life, getting to work with top fashion designers across the world; basically the definition of amazing. Can you tell I'm a fan? She's Korean and African-American, and all I can say is WOW, simply stunning looks.

Meet Chanel Iman, she's adorable:

Chanel on the Runway...

She is a very experienced model at the tender age of 17, and believe it or not she walked the the runway for the very first time only last year at age 16 [my age!]. There were so many gorgeous photos to choose from, but I really fell in love with this one, she exudes confidence and sophistication. I can't wait to see what is to come from her, grand things I'm sure.

PS. Her birthday is coming up; November 30, so send her a birthday card, or not because I guess that's borderline stalkerish. No don't worry I'm not a stalker, I just found this out on wikipedia.

How To: Organize Your Closet

2007-11-10T19:12:00.000-08:00

Your closet is the place where you keep your ultra stylish clothes, your favorite pair of shoes and your designer handbags you splurged on. So why shouldn't your closet look just as great as the clothes in it? Yea, I thought so too. But the way you organize your closet depends on many things, an important factor is the type of closet you have. Do you have a standard closet, or a walk-in or maybe a armoire?

The best closets are clutter free, but maybe you don't want to get rid of all your little knick-knacks and other things that you have no other place to store them but in your closet. No problem! Decorative storage boxes are amazing. Although, they can be expensive, especially for something you are just going to store your stuff in but as always shop sales and look around, stores like Home Goods and Target are great for finding chic things for cheap.

I love these and the fact that its a set with variation in sizes! So beautiful, and will definitely be a 'wow' factor in your closet. Small changes such as this, will make you look more organized and make your closet look more desirable. Can we say, jealous friends?

Every fashionista loves shoes! But sometimes keeping them organized and presentable can be a tricky task. Avoid hanging shoe organizers, especially over the door ones, they look tacky and that's definitely something you don't want in your soon to be glamorous closet. If you are lucky enough to have a walk in closet I love the idea of displaying all your fabulous shoes, it will make your closet appear more luxurious. But keep your shoes in good condition, and no sweaty sneakers allowed on this rack...presentation is key.

This only comes in white but can easily be painted to desired color, but personally I like the white. Keep an open-mind and picture your gorgeous shoes on it, not this array of ugly shoes.

Now, if you don't have a walk in closet you need to re-strategize your storage. Clear plastic shoe boxes can be found at your local dollar store, and work amazingly. You can easily see what shoes are in each container and it looks very neat and organized. The lids come in either white or blue, which can look a bit cheap, but a can of black spray paint will easily make them chic. Another tip? If any of your shoes smell less then great, put some vanilla extract on a cotton ball and place inside box, it will keep your shoes smelling fantastic, and avoid embarrassing "Ew, who took off their shoes?!"

Now we can get to the main part of your closet; the clothes! Some like to organize their wardrobe in categories. Sweaters in one section, the dresses in another...you get the idea. But really it rarely ends up looking presentable. Color is what catches the eye; Organize by color! Plus I guarantee you will find what you are looking for faster, and it will be easier to plan out one of your amazing outfits. Jeans, should always at the very end or the very beginning of the color scheme, and don't worry about putting your blue jeans in with your other blue things, but do put your black corduroys with other black items. Also, in continuing with the idea of color, use hangers of the same color; basic white works great!

Just as important, is what gets hung up and what goes in the dresser. T-shirts should always go in your dresser, there is no need for them to be hung up and all they would do is take up valuable space. Color organize your t-shirts as well, and roll them instead of folding, that way you will be able to see all of them at once instead of having to lift up all your neatly organized shirts that become un-folded as you lift them. Shorts should obviously be kept away in drawers, while most skirts should be hung up. Everything that is of high quality needs to be hung up; sweaters, dresses, tops ect. If you'd like you can display something, do you have a favorite dress that you absolutely love but its not really something you'd wear too often? Display it and adore it! Just make sure the dress doesn't take up too much space [ie. no full length dresses or anything with a lot of volume]

And lastly added decoration and accessories. I love pictures that inspire me and have a few on display in my closet, and you never know what can inspire you. I actually have a post card from Japan framed, its so beautiful. And make sure to frame your pictures it will keep things looking neat and like you know how to decorate! Keep frames simple, as you want the actually picture to be doing the inspiring, plus if the frame is too big or intricate it can begin to look cluttered. Save the decorative frames for decorating your room! And let clothes and fashion be the focal point of your closet; as it should be!

I Believe I Can Fly -TREND ALAERT!

2007-11-10T10:47:00.001-08:00

Feathers are about to be come very big, I predict even bigger then horn jewelry two years ago, because not only will you be seeing feathers in jewelry but on clothes, clutches and shoes. It's been a long time coming, with fashion trend setters sporting feather dresses at various award shows earlier in the year. No doubt, these dresses put them on the worst dressed list, but they were obviously on to something. I am in no way telling you, to go out and buy replica dresses to wear to holiday parties, in fact, I highly discourage it. But take inspiration, feathers would be a fashion dare right now; the right amount is critical, the location even more.

2007 Academy Awards
The dress is ugly, but Kirsten has to get some style points for getting the feathers right, it would have been a perfect 10 had the top of the dress not been so weird and awkward.

2007 Emmy Awards
Perfect example of too much feather action! Its a very fashion forward risk-taking dress, and for that I'll give her kudos. But as you can see too many feathers can make you look like Big Bird.

So how to make the feather trend work for you...it's not like we get to wear fancy ball gowns every day to walk down the red carpet. Right now, it is hard to find feathers on a budget, because it hasn't hit main stream fashion yet. Which is a good thing, but it also has its disadvantages. You can wait a couple months and are bound to find chic feather baring items for a price much nicer for to your wallet.

$140 Nordstrom
This reminds me so much of New York City, chic and feminine with a hint of 'don't mess with me'.

$640 Nordstrom
I'm envisioning this dress at a glamorous New Years Eve party, now if only I had one to go to...

Notice how both items are in a neutral color, well in this case black. For those that are even more daring, try bright, fun and whimsical colors. I really like the black feathers it is incredibly elegant, but that is just a personal opinion.

And if you don't have the budget for pricey clothing but don't want to wait either, try hitting up local vintage and thrift shops. Feathers have been in before, so there is bound to be hidden treasures just waiting to be found by a fashionista like yourself.

There's a Reason It's on Sale

2007-11-09T08:22:00.001-08:00

It is sale because not enough people were willing to pay full price for it. Now you must ask yourself why? Was it because this design looks best on petite people and thus they only have XL's left? Is the cut awkward? Did you just get insanely lucky because its on sale and nothing seems wrong with it, it looks could on you aka its perfect? OR is it on sale because its ugly. Yes, I hope people actually think before they buy the items featured below. There is always a reason for something being on sale, and in these cases its because they are ugly.

Original Price:$245 Now:$97 Nordstrom
Okay, unless you are 5 years old and made this bag or the mom the 5 year old who made this bag, you should not, I repeat, not be carrying this this.

Original Price:$195 Now:$97 Nordstrom
Just because you want to 'support our troops' does not mean you have to carry around their ugly uniform. And the yellow writing? Blek.

Original Price:$576 Now:$399 Overstock.com
I'm all for a nice leopard pump, and although I really dislike loafers I'm willing to look the other way. But both of them in one? That is just gross.

Original Price: $450 Now:$319 Overstock.com
I must admit, I laughed when I saw this; looks like Gucci has gone hoochie.

Original Price:$1000 Now:$350 Bluefly.com
POPSTAR PANTS!

Original Price:$245 Now:$90 Bluefly.com
It looks like something you'd pull out of your little sister's "dress up box".

Original Price:$605 Now:$$305
Avoid staring at for long periods of times, may result in hypnotization .

Original Price: $1400 Now:$619
Look what I found?! The matching blazer!

So now you see that there IS a reason for something being on sale. So next time you find an amazing deal on a designer item, ask yourself "why?" It could just save you from wasting your money on pottentially the ugliest item in your closet. Or maybe, you did in fact get lucky and found an amazing deal, in that case I hope you bought 2!

My Life: Not So Glamorous

2007-11-08T08:44:00.000-08:00

"G-L-A-M-O-R-O-U-S, We flying the first class Up in the sky Poppin' champagne livin' the life In the fast lane And I wont change For the glamorous, oh the flossy flossy " Oh yes, if only I was Fergie then my life would be glamorous; but I'm not and my life is far from anything glamorous. Today I was faced with a dilemma, I had a major math test so of course I was up way too late the night before cramming all the information into my head; I was sleep deprived and exhausted and my brain was not functioning properly. My main goal was too be comfy, but I still wanted to look good. I had 15 minutest to find something to wear, because of course I over slept. Needless to say, today I looked like crap, actually worse then crap, just plain shit. I discovered I did not have that perfect comfy dress that looks great with black tights and flats to create the ultimate comfy chic look that only takes seconds to achieve. No, I tried and failed, so I ended up wearing dark wash skinny jeans, black flats and a long sleeve tee under a purple Ed Hardy T-shirt. Yes, obviously not fashionable but comfy. So you might be saying un-original but its still okay. You have yet to hear the worst; driving up to school, I realize it is freezing cold and I do not have a jacket, but lucky (yea, lucky...) for me I had a BRIGHT orange Lucky Jeans over sized zip-up hoodie with a bright pink butterfly on the back in the car. I was so tired and did not care at this point, so I wore it. Add all this with no make-up and messy hair and viola that was me. I don't ever want to be in that situation again, and I don't want you to either, don’t resort to Juicy track suits, believe me I almost did, and actually I think that would have been better then what I ended up wearng. So here is a simple, chic, comfy outfit that is perfect for when your in jam and have a [insert subject here] test to take. After all, style should not be compromised for comfort, nor comfort be compromised by style.

Dress is on sale for $35 at Urban Outfitters. Both tights and flats can be found at Nordstrom for $10 and $25 respectiveley.

I love tights, they are so chic and they keep your legs warm, and even better you don’t have to shave your legs. Haha, don’t worry I won’t tell your secret.

Yes, very basic but still comfy and cute, which was really the main goal. Make sure you have a test ready outfit, because you never know what you might end up looking like when you don't. Oh, and about my math test? It was crazy hard, so hopefully I didn't look bad for nothing.

Girl of The Week: Liz

2007-11-05T10:30:00.000-08:00

What are you wearing? An acid wash tee from AA, a high waisted black skirt from H&M, scarf (I'm wearing it as a belt) from UO, black ankle boots, black tights, my vintage cameo earrings, and a grandpa cardigan from AA.

True Artist: I'm in my backyard- suburbs of Philly. The shed in the back I painted myself!

Size does matter: I think the key to looking (and feeling) good is buying clothes that fit you. I see so many girls at my school with their jeans 2 sizes too small and busting out of their shirts. It's disgusting- by just buying your size you can look so much better!

Inspirations: I take a lot of inspiration from the Internet! Love my forums and blogs. I also get a lot of inspiration from my friend Alex; he's fabulous- well most gays are . He has a way of turning anything into something.

Not Just Black and White: I love color! I never buy the same color or anything! The pieces I buy are all pretty boring- but I always spice it up with a colorful scarf- or a contrasting color. I also love vintage clothing. I am currently on the look for an acid wash vintage jean jacket!

Frequented Stores: Oh everywhere- but for the most part UO, H&M, AA and my secret vintage shop; barn attic.

Presidential Information: My front tooth is fake, I'm related to Abraham Lincoln, my best friend has been my best friend for almost 14 years, I'm almost 5'11 and my sister and I are almost identical!

Sister Sister: My sister is my best friend- we have totally different styles but she is the ONLY person I will shop with! I like to think I inspire her. I love being able to inspire people- just last week I got her to buy a leotard from AA! She hasn't actually worn it yet- unless you can count her running around the house with it on and laughing her ass of- then yeah.

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