Leopard

Here's Alexa Chung in the Topshop leopard coat I purchased but resold (it was too big). I want it again. Too bad it's sold out. Sadness.

So I keep seeing images from the Rodarte for Target line, and while I don't love most of it like I did with the Temperley and Erin Fetherston stuff a couple of years ago, I do like this dress on the right above. It's dreamy and romantic, just how I like my fashion. It kind of reminds me of A Midsummer Night's Dream. Something about its fabric and style reminds me of fairies and forests.

I hope it's not made super cheaply.

Waiting for December 20th to purchase this dress online.

(I also can't wait to see images from the Zac Posen line)

Fly Butterfly

While home for Thanksgiving, mom, oldest sister, and I went to the mall twice (there's nothing else to do at home). Although home sucks, they're adding an outdoor mall area with better stores than before (but nothing so special you can't find at a typical mall elsewhere). Anyhoots, I saw this Free People top above ($112) and I needed it. Unfortunately, I don't have the money right now to be spending over $100 on a sequined butterfly top I'd only wear a handful of times. I thought it'd be great for New Years with my J Brand Lovestory in Dark Vintage and some silver accessories, but alas, I will have to admire this lovely sparkly number from afar.

Sleep Tight

Bedding I lurve and hope they still sell whenever I need new bedding: Bow-Tied Bedding and India Ink duvet.

Red!

I am currently obsessed with red lipstick. I own maybe 4 lipsticks, and I rarely use any of them. I have a red, MAC's Viva Glam I, but I want a brighter red. I'm thinking of MAC's Russian Red or Ruby Woo. Leaning towards Russian Red. I forget that red lips can be the perfect accessory. Thanks to models like Karmen Pedaru, I'll have to run out and get some.

Dollface.

(though not a fan of the shorts)

More jegging action.

Would you know the pants above aren't jeans?

I went to the mall Friday night and found that jeggings are everywhere. The name is quite unappealing though, isn't it? They should give them a whole new name altogether, or just call them denim leggings. "Jegging" sounds unpleasant.

Anyway, J Brand has some GREAT pairs that look like actual jeans. You wouldn't know they weren't unless you touched them and felt their soft, legging material. They have actual pockets in the back (faux in the front) and retail for about $130-$165. Kind of expensive for some leggings, but hey, it's J Brand. They know people will buy them (I would if I had the moneys). The ones pictured above are in color "sable" and $165. I think even if you're against the idea, a pair would be good to tuck into boots since jeans can be so bunchy and stiff.

Jeggings

I've never been against jeggings, and I've actually always wanted a pair. I know a lot of people ask why not just wear regular skinny jeans? Because jeggings provide something that regular skinny jeans don't - comfort! They're so much softer and easier to move around in than a pair of denim jeans. The difference in comfort between jeans and leggings is huge. So I'd been looking on sites and found some I liked by Rachel Pally and a few others. They were all pretty reasonable in price (compared to actual jeans), but I couldn't commit to buying a pair for around $70 or so. Anyway, I found a pair last night at my always reliable H&M. They were only $20! And they have zips on the sides like a pair of Ksubis. Unlike actual jeans though, I'll have to wear them with longer shirts to cover the arse area. Although they have the denim look, they're still not real jeans and should be worn as leggings (at least the back pocketless ones).

So I saw this while perusing blogs about the death of Daul Kim (RIP). This relates to my Clueless post a few down.

I remember having a little mini backpack when I was in fifth grade. Every girl had one and wanted one. Mine was blue. I would like this quilted lambskin one as seen here on Daul Kim in the Chanel: Coco Cocoon video (even if it isn't quite mini).

Ballerina

Sasha in pink ruffle sweater. So ballerina. Need.

Rue Cambon Magazine

Whenever this 31 Rue Cambon Chanel magazine comes out, and depending on whether it is super expensive, I will have it.

Thanks to Fashionologie.

XO.

Maybe, hopefully, after my tax return next year (although I'd most likely get a vintage Jumbo or Jumbo XL instead of the 2.55. I heart the gold hardware with the large logo). It's probably the most wanted bag by most girls, no?

Reinforcing my bow blouse love.

Ever since I was little, I've always loved velvet. It's a heavier material, so it's difficult to wear here in warm southern California, but I'm happy to see it's popped up everywhere in stores again for winter. I've always loved the rich look of it and the soft texture. I saw the dress above at Urban Outfitters last night and almost bought it. It comes in black, a dusty purple, and blue. It's simple and basic in the front with the cutout in the back. I think it'd look great with some patterned tights and the perfect pair of little heels.

Bow Tied

Guess which shoes? Pardon my dirty mirror.

Paris dreaming (and missing). Some of my favorite photos from my September trip.

I don't care if this is old news, but I've been looking for bow blouses for a couple years now. I love them. So feminine and so 70s. I love them with high-waisted flare jeans and a vest. Or with a jumper. They look good on their own or with something over them, showcasing just the bow, like the mannequin at H&M above. Unfortunately, I didn't have the best luck in my search. I thought it was a pretty trendy top, but couldn't find many that fit how I wanted it to look and my price range. I actually think the best ones are made of a chiffon-y material so the bow flops over perfectly (but not too much), but I couldn't find any (except for a French Connection one, but they were sold out).

I finally found one that would work at Juicy Couture on sale. White, short puff sleeves, and only half-buttoned. I had to get it taken in because it was too boxy. It's a little difficult to get on and off because of the half-buttoned style, but it works. But I still wanted a longer sleeve one and found the one above at H&M this weekend in San Francisco. I had the salesperson sell me the one on the mannequin because they were sold out otherwise. The problem was it was the wrong size. I bought it anyway, thinking I could take it in if I couldn't find one in my size. Luckily, I found one in a 4 at the 3rd St. Promenade location tonight. I also purchased a little black blazer with a little ruffle at the top of the sleeve (top photo). I think the current longer boyfriend blazer style is overdone. Bring on the shorter blazers!

Too bad the H&M Jimmy Choo stuff was INSANE. I love things like designer collaborations, but to wait in line overnight? I might love a full night's of sleep more. I just didn't think it was worth it. Plus, I was up north this weekend and the weather was frigid. There was no way I would wait in line. So of course every Jimmy Choo for H&M item has popped up on eBay for several hundreds (and some thousands, crazy) of dollars. I love the over the knee boots, the zebra studded heels, and the blue suede dress. Higher prices but good quality. Real leather! I don't need any of these items, but I love the color of the blue suede dress with the low back.

I know I should post photos of when I'm wearing something worth posting, but I don't really have a good time to do it. The problem is mainly the lighting. In the morning, I'm in a rush to get ready and get to work. By the time I'm off work, it's too dark and I don't like the artificial lighting. I think clothing looks best in natural light. So here is one I had as my Facebook photo for a while, and really, the only one I have. It was outside work.

I know the belt is too big and sloppy looking, but that's just how it ended up in the photo. Normally I'd make sure it wasn't flopping over like that. Anyway, the skirt is Asos, the white shirt just a basic white shirt from Nordstrom BP I believe, I forget where the navy cardigan is from, DKNY opaque tights, BCBGirls basic black patent pumps, Zara belt, and Deere Colhoun bag.

Sorry...

You know what shampoo/conditioner sucks? Yeah, that one above. Organix Pomegranate Green Tea shampoo. Actually, this one isn't as bad as the Coconut Milk one, which sucks even more. I bought the Coconut Milk one first because I love coconut smell and it was buy one, get one free. But the shampoo and conditioner do nothing for my hair. It actually makes the texture worse than its natural texture. My hair ended up feeling dry and straw-like. Now maybe I'm a fool, but I bought the Pomegranate one after the coconut because I LOVED the smell. It smelled like an Anthropologie candle. Unfortunately, it had the same effect on my hair as the coconut one. My hair isn't even difficult to please when it comes to shampoo. I can use cheap shampoo and it'll be fine. Maybe it's because this kind is organic. I don't need my shampoo to be organic. I just want it to smell good and make my hair feel semi-soft (not TOO soft!).

If I could find this shampoo, I'd go back to it - Bed Head Manipulator.



This smells like a coconut tropical vacation. It smells great, lathers up great, and leaves my hair with the perfect smell and texture. More expensive, but way more worth it.

Often in the midst of awake/asleep in the early mornings, I think of crazy things. I remember where that one receipt was that I couldn't find. I remember I need to do something that I otherwise had forgotten while awake. Today's early morning thought was knee socks and the whole 1995-Clueless look. I loved it when it was popular, even though I was only 10. I remember always wanting a pair of knee socks and the perfect skirt or dress to go with it. Unfortunately at 10, I wasn't able to find or get these. Anyway, I thought of this whole style as becoming popular again. Everything always comes back around, right? The 80s and early 90s have already returned. It's only time until Cher, Dionne, and Ty's style is all over the place. Little plaid skirts, baby tees, maryjanes, pastel (not so much my thang, I admit), mini backpacks. It'll be updated, probably a little more mature and less little girl-ish. In the meantime, I'll be stocking up on knee highs.

So excited. I just impulsively purchased some red Valentino for Wolford tights from Rue La La. I thought about them for a while since they're pretty pricey for just a pair of tights, but gave in (it helps that they are both Valentino and Wolford). I imagined them with all my black skirts, dresses, and coats. I thought they'd be perfect for Christmas. This is my first pair of Wolfords, and they're Valentino red!

I tend to be drawn to black, white, creams, and neutral colors like these (except light or heather gray!), but I also enjoy color. I love the perfect shade of red with black or black/white combo.

I'm sorry Topshop, and every other crazy girl who loves these shoes, but I think these Animal Print Wedges are the ultimate FUG, and any other shoe with a similar style. I can almost see them as tranny heels (not good looking tranny heels, we know what those look like). This is what I mean by blindly following trends. I've seen this style of shoe on several other sites/blogs, with tons of people raving about them. WHY? They are so ugly. I love animal print when done correctly, but this is NOT an example of it. I think the ugliness in this horrid shoe is obvious. How come no one else sees it?

Fornarina Wedges

I love these Fornarina suede wedges. I had like 3-4 pairs of moccasin-style shoes in high school and these remind me of an updated, less cheap version of those. If I had $200 to throw down on these, I'd pair them with some navy or cream colored knee socks and a skirt. I love it.

Never was really into Jessica Simpson shoes but I think it's because of my snobbiness of the label. I've gotten over it though with my first pair not too long ago. Now I need the Delanie maryjanes above. I love a straight up and down sky high heel and a wide band. I also love these Victor loafers (below). I think they'd look great with dark blue straight or wide leg pants/jeans (in this color).

I feel really guilty because I just went to the ghetto mall (it's the closest shopping to work!) and bought two pairs of cheap 100% synthetic material-ed shoes. One pair were just some slightly more stylish flip flop style black sandals. I needed some! And I needed them to be cheap! But now I'm questioning their cheapness because they're SO cheap, and I'm not even sure how good they look with what I needed them for. The sandals were from some super ghetto cheap store for $20 (should be cheaper). The other pair are the ones above from Forever21. I've always been against shoes from places like Forever21 because they're so cheaply made. Materials, craftsmanship, everything. But I tried these on and I really liked them. So guilty. AND when I got back to work I found these on their website that I like even better!


I also have to confess something else. I own ANOTHER pair of Forever21 shoes. I got them as a last minute thing for going out. They're some strappy heels. Wannabe Louboutins with a red sole. Those look good on my feet too! I can't give into all the synthetic faux suede and leather materials. But they're cheap and they look good! WHAT DO I DO?

Where is fall? I shouldn't ask. I've lived in southern California my entire life and I don't think I've ever had a real fall. As kids when we learned seasons, they'd show us trees with red, yellow, and orange leaves for autumn. These trees don't exist in my part of the world.

I miss the Paris trees. Tuileries and the ones in the Palais Royale area (above).

I think I'm so attracted to fall not because I've never really experienced it and not because of the fashion (fall fashion is my favorite), but because of its romance. I've always thought of fall as romantic. Maybe it's in the trees.