Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Charcoal & Maimee

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(Hudson Jeans)
The big gold bracelet(in the first pic) with plastic diamond studs that you guys have been asking is an old Ambiance bracelet that broke. I glued an elastic band inside so it's so much easier to wear now than clipping it on.

Janelle Monae featured in Vogue

Janelle Monae will be featured in Vogue's November issue. The eccentric songstress will be showing off George Esquivel's unique shoes. Here is the blurb from the article:

"It's hard not to get ideas when I'm meeting with Gwen [as in Stefani] and the Killers," says George Esquivel. "My work evolves by designing for people." Since 1994, the Southern Californian has been crafting custom shoes, and even with an ever-expanding client list, the majority of his footwear is made to order by hand in his Buena Park studio.

Though they're fashioned out of the same Italian leather used by Louis Vuitton, his boots and oxfords are unique in their colors and burnishes, which Esquivel still does himself. "It's a punk attitude," says the designer, whose wares were first noticed by his fellow music scenesters in the nineties. "I'm not a guy who grew up on the East Coast wearing suits." So not proper, but for Esquivel wearers, just perfect.

Monday, October 26, 2009

My Grown Up School Girl Uniform

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(Vintage Blouse from Mom, H&M Skirt, Calvin Klein Heels)
My boyfriend got thousands of hits from this post, and after a few days(or a week) it's dying....
If you enjoy photography and like the way some of my photos are taken, the genius behind it is my wonderful boyfriend! You can visit his site HERE.
He is really better at taking non fashion photos though.

Sunday, October 25, 2009

They Call Me Shiny Moon Face

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(Vintage Top, F21 sequin tube top worn as a skirt, Steve Madden Lace Up Booties)

The biggest reason I hate putting my hair up is because I have what my dad calls 'Moon Face'
which is a really round face. When I was little, my dad used to tell me that my face was shaped like a moon. I always thought that was a good thing. When in fact, it was his way of saying 'your face is chubby.'

(All photos taken by Wes Mason Photography)

Saturday, October 24, 2009

Shine. Shimmer. Sparkle.

Serena Williams attends the "Whip It" Los Angeles Premiere held at Grauman's Chinese Theatre Hollywood, California on 29.09.09
Left to right: Sequin glitterglass tank, $495, www.jcrew.com; Sequins Emma Top by Nili Lotan, by $495, www.bloomingdales.com; Sequin Embellished Vest, $95.93, www.asos.com; Sequin & Beaded Tank by Alice + Olivia (Sizes 0 - 14), $396, www.neimanmarcus.com
Left to right: Racerback Tank by Gryphon, $345, www.shoplesnouvelles.com; Rose Sequin Tank, $19.90, www.charlotterusse.com; Embellished Racerback Tank, $24, www.ardenb.com; Allover Sequin Tunic, $26.50, www.wetseal.com

Serena Williams kept things classic and clean on the red carpet of the "Whip It" premiere. Wearing a simple black blazer and matching cropped pants, Serena looked effortlessly chic. To keep the outfit from looking too "day" she added a little sparkle in the form of a racerback tank by Gryphon. If you want to achieve this look you don't have to hand over $345. Wetseal, Forever 21, Charlotte Russe and Arden B all have affordable sequin tops. Finish the outfit with vertigo heels, a metallic clutch and chandelier earrings.

Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Meet Me Half Way

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Some of my favorites from the Stylsightings website.
I'm really loving ruffles,pleated details, strong shoulders(that aren't too manly), cape coats, and those beautiful ankle details on those shoes.
I'm inspired... Bank account, are you inspired too?

Update: So my boyfriend just saw these photos, and made the funniest(meanest) comments.
Here is what he said about #3: It's the fugliest thing I've ever seen. Why does she have weird looking shoulders?
About #4: She looks like she put on a blanket over her. She looks half homeless.

This is my boyfriend who lives in shorts 24/7.
I try not to take his advice on clothes.
He hates all of my floral dresses and says that they look like grandma's dresses.
At least he loves me in just a t-shirt and jeans which is his favorite combo.

I still love him.

Sunday, October 18, 2009

My Boyfriend is a Vampire

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Amelle Berrabah

Sugababe Amelle Berrabah performs at BBC2's Music Show ‘Sound’ at Spittlefield Market in London, England wearing a Denim Jumpsuit.
If you thought Destiny's Child had it's ups and downs that was nothing compared to the British group Sugababes. Since it's inception in 1998, the all girl group has been through three line-up changes. The most recent has left not one original band member in the group! That hasn't stopped their flow. The girls are in the midst of a relaunch that includes a whole new sound and provocative new image to boot. Pictured above is North African (Moroccan) member Amelle Berrabah. She joined the group in 2005 replacing Mutya Buena. She recently shaved the side of her head to give herself an edgier look. I'm loving this Liquorish jumpsuit on her (see below.) Roll the legs up like Amelle to give the outfit a fresh spin.

Steal Amelle's Style

Above: Liquorish Stone Wash Denim Jumpsuit, $61.05, www.asos.com
Heels: HALO Twist Front High Platform Sandal, $34.88, www.asos.com
Bag: Twisted Hardware Doctor Bag, $68, www.urbanoutfitters.com
Nail Polish: Essie Nail Polish in California Coral, $8, www.apothica.com

I'm all about summer nail colors in winter. What else will brighten up those dull, rainy days? Coral nail polish is my color of choice these days, but any stand-out color will compliment these pale pink platforms by HALO. Pair with skin colored tights if the weather is already bone chilling in your area. For night-time chic add a metallic belt and a bright clutch for punch.

Saturday, October 17, 2009

RIP YSL

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(RIP YSL Shirt from MetroPark, Dress from Santa Monica but in White, Secondhand Harness Boots)

My outfit is so boring. I need a change.
I have a really big Midterm Project due on Tuesday and I've been working my butt off day and night. I'm pretty proud of what I've done so far. It takes me probably twice more time to finish a project than others because I'm so anal about things. It just has to be perfect. Ugh. I hate my little OCD.

For those who have asked, I'm 5'6. To be honest, I'm actually 5'5 1/2" but I put down 5'6 on my driver's license and I just tell people I'm 5'6.
My whole childhood, my mom told me if I ate bean sprouts I'd be taller so I ate every single bean sprout I saw. She told me coffee makes you shorter, so I never drank coffee.
My sister did the exact opposite. She never ate any vegetables, and always drank my mom's ice coffee. Well in the end, I stayed the same height as I was in 10th grade and my sister got taller and now she is 5'9. (and my dad's 6'4)

Thursday, October 15, 2009

When Obama Is In Town

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(Christian Dior Blouse, Forever 21 Faux Leather Skirt, Steve Madden Lace Up Boots)

I worked at the Design Above All (SF Design Center) today (therefore the black and white outfit) and guess what I see from the 53rd floor? A bunch of streets getting blocked off and mad traffic. Turns out Obama is having dinner at a nearby hotel in Union Square and people were getting ready for him. After work I headed over to Union Square to see a glimpse of him and ended up seeing a bunch of cool and retarded protestors arguing and his motorcade.
*DISCLAIMER*
I am an OBAMA fan and seriously think he is doing a great job on trying to repair all the damages that the Bush Admin has done. My little comments regarding the following pictures might offend Republicans, and anti-Obama people.
Here it goes,


Hello Cops, can I please get a little closer?


Woman, Obama is too good to call the fugly ass Glenn Beck
You just wasted your $15 on your poster


Dude, people like you, and people who think like you, make us Americans look so retarded.



Stupid Republican going around arguing with EVERYONE.
He needs to stick that finger up in his ass


Just some rednecks being rednecks.


This fatass seriously needs some Government Health Care because no insurance company is going to approve him after they see his fat ass once he gets a heart attack from eating too many big macs.


Is Obama coming?


Maybe He's in this Car.


I know it's just the bodyguards in this car


My favorite photo of a quiet man walking around with an American Flag and a badge saying "Health Care for All.org"

Why can't we just be silent protestors?

More awesome photos minus my negative childish comments HERE.

Brush Your Shoulders Off!

Beyonce leaving Movida Nightclub in London, UK on May 26th, 2009
Rihanna arrives at the Balmain Pret-a-Porter show as part of the Paris Womenswear Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2010 on October 1, 2009 at Intercontinental Paris Grand Hotel in Paris
Halle Berry arriving at the Shangahi Film Festival, June, 2009
Ciara arrives at the BBC Radio 1 studios on April 23, 2009 in London, England
Beyonce leaving dinner at the Waverly Inn, New York in June, 2009

Winter is about to hit us so now is the time to buy summer trends at bargain prices. The Balmain Jacket craze shows no signs of dying down so grab yourself an original (or a budget-friendly inspired version). Net-a-Porter currently sells the originals but you can also find "knock-offs" at your favorite stores such as Topshop in the UK or Shopbop.com here in the US. Beyonce and Ciarahave championed this look by pairing their 80's / Michael Jackson inspired jackets with skinny jeans. Or make like Rihanna and add a little volume down below. Either way, these power jackets will take you well into 2010.