What should I wear//DOWNTOWN COOL

ALL: Alexander Wang.
Mr. Wang was put on this earth to make women swoon, seriously.love the laid back comfort that emanates from these pieces.
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Balboa Park, SD

shirtdress: cut from dad's belt: dad/mom? who? hahabag; vintage, momshoes: UOsunnies: c/o The Honey Room
this outfit was very wang inspired (i don't know if you can tell... hmmm), i like black, silver, and hunter green together. 
for the past few days i was in san diego at the zoo and at balboa park. we visited the pandas (cute!), wildcats, and tons of other  cuties (okapis, kudus, gazelles, polar bears, meerkats, etc...) while munching on ridiculously overpriced park food (ridiculous.) then we went to Balboa park for the botanical garden and the lovely architecture. 
the weather was nice, i wish it was like this in OC.
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BIG ZEUS REMAINS KING

enter the world of Eric Jimenez, a passionate artist from my school. the first thing i thought about his work was the free flowing conceptuality and different aesthetic that i have never seen before. the works are done by hand and some are scanned then digitally reworked (last two). 
in his own words: "It started with some ink pens and my imagination... I just let it run wild and let my brain lobes do all the talking. But I'm just a young dreamer from Costa Mesa trying to ride rockets up in space while changing people's ways of thinking.""We encourage all the little weird things that are experienced in this strange life, and completely support Truth and positive thinking. We believe that with the power of our imaginations, thoughts, and good vibes we can change this world and make it a better place for all of the lost wanderers who are looking for meaning or a better NOW. Our designs are a reflection of our continuous abstract thinking because we believe that nothing is picture perfect clear. Everything has it's own abstraction and surrealism included, too.... "
make sure to check out all his work at the BZRK facebook fan page (HERE) and LIKE it (you bettah) ! 
feedback is greatly appreciated!
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Pray for Norway

I'm sure you've all heard about the horrific bombing in Oslo a couple of days ago. Such a ghastly thing to happen, and such a horribly inaccurate and twisted "justification" of the killer regarding his actions. 
Any Norwegian readers, my heart goes out to you all. Stay safe and we're praying for you!
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Classy

BLOUSE: childhood? TROUSERS: momBELT: Ross, kid'sBAG: vintage Charles JourdanRING: c/o Claire'sWEDGES: Aerosoles, my sister's
The book "Classy" by Derek Blasberg has got to be one of the most entertaining handguide I have ever encountered. My friend Chanelle gave it to me for my 16th birthday along with other hilarious books, but this is truly FUNNY. It's a guide on how to be a lady in the horrible world/society we now live in where half undressed people and un-classy outfits are rampant. 
I based my outfit on Blasberg's criteria in the book, so here is a very prim and proper outfit. I think that this outfit could be worn virtually anywhere (in good weather though... those pants are hot!) and anytime. Add a little chain purse and nude nails (Samoan Sand by OPI), and maybe even some red lipstick, and you're ready to gooo!
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A Girl's Best Friend

TOP: Elie Tahari, SKIRT: Taiwan, BELT: Ross, kid's ! ha. FLATS: vintage Ferragamo, mom. DROP NECKLACE: c/o Anjolee

I bet all of you have heard "Diamonds are a girl's best friend." I usually dislike flashy jewelry with all its shining brilliance glinting on my face, but at ANJOLEE, where jewelry is ART, diamonds and gems have become my fancy! The necklace that they sent me is their "Gemstone Focus Diamond Circle Pendant," made in 10k white gold with a .43 ct. amethyst stone  

I paired a beautiful jewel tone sateen blouse from Elie Tahari with a black layered lace skirt that, I believe, is from somewhere in Taiwan, and some flats that are perfect for pedal-pushing! I will be having my bi-annual piano recital this Saturday, and I think this is what I'm going to wear (with my hair up, of course). A perfect mix of dark romance and luxe vibes.

If you, like me, absolutely adore the drop necklace from Anjolee, please check out their gorgeous variety of diamond necklaces and other types of diamond necklace pieces, radiantly beautiful tennis necklace (my personal favorite) and riviera diamond necklace

ps - special thanks to the lovely Marla for the necklace!

stay sparkly!

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Green grass

just found these lying around in my folder.
sorry for the low res, click on it to make it high res!
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Head dressed

(via between peace and happiness,  litter sf, annnnnaaaaab, make yeah, oracle fox)

love these, but i would never wear them...

maybe only daisy chains

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Multimedia

Sky Ferreira by Hugh Lippe for StyleCaster
via fgr
i really like the heavy use of image editing and color tweaking. they did a great job with wonderful artistry. 
if the images bail on me again, find the rest here
EDIT: images have bailed. almost right after i posted.soooo ill be doing another post in a couple of minutes...see my blogginess liveifyou're watching ;D
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Basketweave

MINKPINK basket weave jumper, c/o Tilly Boutique
i don't quite remember how i forgot to blog about this piece, but it's amazing. i love the intricate (albeit weighty, seriously... a couple pounds maybe?) weaving. this piece deserves a post of its own... but i'll be wearing it (hopefully) with a full outfit sometime later on.
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Taste the rainbow

proenza schouler's infamous ps1s.overrated yet deliciously desirous at the same time..too bad the cheapest one is about 1k.
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CONGRATULATIONS to the Winner!

comment #8 in true entries was none other than Jessica Wu of Je M'appelle Jessica!

HOW funny/weirdly coincidental is it that we have the same name... I met her last year on my birthday too! haha!

anyways, congratulations !

post coming tomorrow :)

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Giveaway CLOSED

hey lovelies,
the giveaway for the cuff and choker has been CLOSED.
good luck to all who entered--I will be posting the winner on the blog TOMORROW via the random.org number generator.
also---I think I'm going to be having multiple giveaways this summer if possible! stay tuned !
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What should I wear//JEANS + COOL SUNNIES + CLUTCH

jeans KSUBI; tank HELMUT LANG; sweater CACHAREL; sunglasses LINDA FARROW; platforms ROUGH JUSTICE; clutch GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI

jeans OASIS; top CECILIA PRADO; gillet/vest WALTER; sunglasses KAREN WALKER; wedges MINI MARKET; clutch RALPH LAUREN

jeans CIMARRON; shirt VIKTOR & ROLF; blazer H&M; sunglasses MYKITA & HERCHCOVITCH; platforms MARNI; clutch ASOS
a while ago, a reader asked me how i made these/if they were from polvyore. yes and no... the images are from polyvore.com, but the image size comes out too small so i just copy and paste on to microsoft paint and create them on a white palette.
sorry, i originally had an outfit planned, but the pictures that i took ALL came out crappy and the grain was (unintentional) and annoying. better luck next time! :((
PS today is the last day to enter the giveaway!!click HERE
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Color Splash

Color

VIA style.com/tommy ton & stockholm street style
mouthwatering summer colors
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FALL COUTURE '11//Clothing of the gods

The sweetest colors of creamy confections were seen at Christian Dior, where Bill Gayten has replaced Galliano but has packed a punch with the pastel palette mixed up with black and white graphic prints, alongside oversized  geometric hair accessories reminiscent of our childhood. The pieces transitioned into a deeper set of hues and complex patterns, then shifted to floaty chiffon kaftans in electric hues. Of course, the collection ended with amazing frilly gowns. 

Every time Elie Saab pops up, I know what to expect. Jaw-droppingly gorgeous drapery and embellishments on the most beautiful gowns in the entire universe(possibly). The beautiful range of color, and absence of it (in the first pieces) were absolutely stunning when paired with just the right amount of glistening beads and gems. 

My first thoughts on Maxine Simoen's collection were a mix of dark glamour and feminine edge. The opening pieces were leather embellished with hardware of studs and spikes, then the entire tone shifted to lady like prim and sophistication, but still with the hint of "cool." 

The textures and materials used in Alexis Mabille's collection--ranging from dark lace overlays, gigantic feathers, and smooth silks/satins, to fox stoles/furs, velvet, spikes, and leather, ALL reminded me of a huntress/adventurist type of woman. Viewing the collection made me feel like I was seeing a menagerie of exotic creatures; spectacular.

EAST MEETS WEST. Armani Prive's oriental direction was right on key with the ankle grazing hems, obi belts, kimono sleeves, and natural prints. The headpieces are also to DIE FOR, there's so much character in every single one! I definitely felt the rich eastern/Japanese influence in this collection, especially from the cherry blossom prints, watercolour slashes, and Hokusai-esque waves. 

As I read in ELLE, Giambattista Valli was over the top EXCITED on being able to produce his first couture collection, and I think he pulled it off VERY well. The demure garden party fit frocks with floral inspired appliques carried well throughout the entire collection--even through to the end with the frothy gowns!

"Purity, lightness, fragility" --straight out of Riccardo's own mouth. His inspiration is definitely openly displayed in this collection, the all white (excluding a couple of tan/beige/nude pieces) gowns were magnificently draped and embroidered with the utmost beauty. The more couture I see from Tisci, the more I see his resemblances, but I like how there is a different "inspiration" for each one. (check out his Spring 11 couture and Fall 10 couture and you'll see what i mean)
IMAGES VIA STYLE.COM
hope you enjoyed reading my reviews!tell me what you think about these collections.
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