I cannot believe that having such an empty show such as The Hills on MTV (which of course I watch) can mean that you get to be a "designer" who makes things like the dress above. Or things like this:

That's right. Lauren Conrad's collection. I'm all for high quality basics, but what is this? The shirt above is $92. Hasn't this been done a million times and a million times better by real designers like Rachel Pally? There is absolutely nothing special about the collection and Lauren's real life style isn't even anything impressive. Why would they give her a line? I've always said that I could never design, because I'm not artsy and creative in that way. But if I was forced to, I'm sure I could come up with something better and more unique and SOMEWHAT interesting than the boring collection that is Lauren Conrad. Don't even get me started on "Heidiwood". These photos were taken from revolveclothing.com, and I'm sad that they would even sell this line. Even sadder is the people who would spend that much on a Lauren Conrad "original". You know who actually has some talent? Mary-Kate and Ashley. Here is a dress from their current Elizabeth and James collection:

It may not fit everyone's tastes with the cutouts and all, but at least it's trying something different, and isn't some boring ass jersey dress/shirt. They may always be known as the Olsen Twins, but at least they can put out some well-designed quality clothing. See the rest of Elizabeth and James.

It may seem like common knowledge, but I feel like people forget that fit is the most important thing in finding clothes. If the fit is bad, then who cares about the design? For me, if the fit is bad then I don't feel comfortable wearing it. For example, I have two white button down shirts from Zara, one long sleeve, one short. I tried them on real quick in the fitting room, and was excited that they weren't boxy like every other white button down I've ever tried on. I took them home, and when I actually decided to wear one, it was too small and the buttons were pulling. I love the shirts, but I find them difficult to wear unless I suck in everything or maybe go braless (which I am not comfortable doing).

I think people get all caught up in the trends and labels and everything and forget that if the clothing doesn't fit well, then nothing else matters.

I guess I never really got around to that post. Darn.

I'm on the hunt for several things right now, and although this is an old item, I still want it. In my opinion it's the best leather jacket of the Kate Moss for Topshop collection (I hear her S/S 2008 collection is out and is a failure but that's another story).

Also on the hunt for a good pair of sandals for summer. The gladiator thing going on isn't so flattering on me so I need to find an alternative that doesn't cut me off at my ankles.

Hopefully I'll have a post before the end of the week.

I leave you with some Cure lyrics (my #1 of all music).

A thousand wasted hours a day
Just to feel my heart for a second
A thousand hours just thrown away
Just to feel my heart for a second
- A Thousand Hours

I hate straight hair. Well, the kind that most people want.

Why does everyone want stick straight hair? What's the appeal? Why spend hundreds of dollars on these fancy flat irons and straight perms to get such damaged unappealing hair? Most straight hair fanatics I know have dull dead "straight" hair. I thought hair was supposed to be voluminous or at the least, somewhat healthy.

I guess my idea on what makes hair look good is different from I guess... everyone else. I think for any hair style (straight or whatever) to look good, it has to at least look healthy. Burning your hair with a flat iron every morning sucks the life and shine out of hair. Also, hair should have body. Stick straight flat hair is the opposite of this. I still don't understand the craze over it. I always hear girls talk about how they like the Victoria's Secret models' hair. In the VS fashion shows and catalog, they typically have big ass bouncy wavy/curly hair. So why do people still staighten their hair?



I know a lot of people will say that I say I don't like straight hair because my hair is naturally straight, but they are wrong. If my hair were naturally straight, everything would be much easier. But it's not wavy enough nor straight enough to let air dry or put mousse in after showers. I HAVE to blowdry it or it looks like some kinky in between wavy/straight crap. I am quite lazy when it comes to my hair because I have a lot of it and it's so high maintenance. Anyway, bigger hair also gives the illusion of more hair. Don't girls always want to look like they have more hair? I know straight hair can still look healthy and full of life, and if it does, then great. But most flat-addicts I know of, do not have healthy shiny hair.

Someone help me. Because I just don't understand. I can't.

I know it's been so long, but I've been so busy and okay, a bit lazy. Working full-time really is full-time! But no worries, I still spend most of my free time scrounging online (since work and traffic here in LA prevents me from leaving the apartment once I get home) for fashiony fun that makes me as happy as Susiecakes does. What's Susiecakes? My new non-fashion, more fatty, addiction that I blame on my current job for being so close to San Vicente. The vanilla cupcake is my favorite, though I haven't tried many others. Red Velvet is a no-no for me. Cheese + dessert = wrong. I don't care if "it doesn't taste like cheese!". It's still cheese.

On to a bit of fashion. I'm looking for a good pair of basic black or brown riding boots, or something similar. I like Frye's Campus, as seen here on Rachel Bilson:

Although I'm thinking of something less rugged, more simple and sleek? I saw a pair at a new boutique at home (it's trying really hard, the only thing that works so far in this boutique are these boots), but I can't remember the designer. They were black, skinny, leather, tall. I'll have to look into them again.

And I of course, have picked up several of the GO thingers, including the Erin Fetherston purple layered chiffon dress, despite its negative reviews online. I don't know, I think with some steaming and the right hair shoes and everything else, it can work without looking too cheap and costumey as reviews say. The Hollywould stuff is a bit sad. It's nothing new or that different from other no-name brands. Too safe? Not sure how to describe it. Just not so exciting. Although the glittery lace heels may be the only thing that catch my attention.

There's a James Perse sample sale this Saturday and I am a wee bit excited for it. Mainly because there's a shirt I keep seeing that I really like, but it's $150. It's just a simple white button down, but you can tell it would fit well, and I think I should get some more worky things even if my work is casual. Basic things aren't ever very fun to buy, but they're necessary and once you buy them, you wear them all the time. More info:

James Perse Holiday Sample Sale
Don't miss the James Perse holiday sample sale on Saturday, December 1st. Find tees, tanks, tops, and bottoms for men, women, and babies at up to 70% off.There will be lot and street parking available.
Event Begins:
12/1/2007
Event Ends:
12/1/2007
Event Times:
Sat 9am-5pm
Location:
6063 W. Sunset Blvd.(btwn. Gower St. and Beechwood Dr.)Hollywood, CA 90028
Payment Types:
Cash / Charge

This post was a bit all over-the-place, and I know I didn't bring much to the fashion table, but it's a big improvement from what I was posting before (which was nothing). Hopefully more to come! I forget about all the fashiony things I want to write about because there's so much and not enough time!

Does anyone else ever get all anxious and frantic feeling knowing that there is something you want but know you may not be able to have it? Like, it's attainable in price, but actually getting it is a challenge?

I know it may sound weird, but I get this way often. Like waiting in lines at sample sales. What if everyone else gets the good stuff first? Or the black and white Temperley dress for the GO line. It's not online, and there is a L and an XL on Ebay, but I'm afraid I'll have to pay too much for it on Ebay or I'll miss completely out on it. I get all uneasy and uncomfortable. Is this crazy?

Oh well, I'm crazy :)

Excuse me for this pictureless post. I'm trying to post more often now, but this new working full-time thang is a bit time consuming.

Still Alive...

I haven't posted in forever, but I've been busy with new jobs and moving and ... not having oodles of time like I did in college anymore. But I'm still here, and I still spend all available free time obsessing over everything fashionable. Some updates:

I love Alice Temperley's line for Target. Very chic, perfect for fall. Materials aren't the greatest, of course, but you can't expect both design and great quality for Target prices. The black and white striped leaf sweater is one of my favorites.


I now live in West L.A., not doing fashion professionally, but that's still in the plans :)

I do miss the sales in the Cooper Building.

I need a basic go with everything black bag. I kind of like Botkier's Sophie bag and the Bing Bang Ruched Messenger.

I know I'm behind, but I still want a good pair of wide-legged jeans. I can't seem to find the Seven Gingers anywhere. I'm not sure these would work since Sevens haven't done quite well on my body (except for the Dojos). I also like the J&Company Hollywood jeans.

Rachel Bilson in Seven for all Mankind Ginger jeans

Been stocking up on the basics, tights, cotton tshirts, sweaters. They aren't very fun to buy, but I'll wear them tons.

I know this post is ghetto and somehow the Target model's face is blue, but Blogger is being weird.

For my own use just so I don't forget (not that I will, just in case):

Ray Ban Small Wayfarer - black, white?
London Sole SALE white patent flats @ La Bella
Lovcat tuxedo cream/black wallet (need wallet badly) SALE @ La Bella

And damn me for not getting the Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vincent black belt at the sale. Similar no name ones are like $65!

Anya Hindmarc

Really? $100-300 for this? I mean, it has a good idea behind it. Save the earth by not using plastic blags, blah blah. But are women bidding on it because it's so earth friendly? I don't think so. This bag was like $15 retail. Does anyone waiting in line for this bag really love the earth that much? Couldn't a real earth lover just get any old tote bag at like the swap meet for $5 instead of waiting in the lines that were going up Robertson Blvd's ass a few Wednesdays ago? What's the hype? Is it just because it's been all over the Internet and in magazines that's making it so popular? There's one on eBay that sold for $355. REALLY. Am I missing out on something here? I saw one in person last week. There was this woman waiting for the elevator with me in my building and was carrying one in addition to her (Marc Jacobs) purse. It looked the same as it does in the pictures. Nothing special. I just don't get it. Kinda like open-toe boots.

Bette

KORK EASE. I first came across these some months back at Saks. I love the classicness (is that a word? Well now it is) of it and how it goes with everything. It also looks comfortable and although it isn't the cheapest (approx. $188), they're so timeless they'll last for a long time. They also come in tons of colors, even metallics. Get em everywhere, Zappos, for one.

Overwhelmed. It's the best word to describe how I feel when I walk into malls like South Coast Plaza or on websites like Net-A-Porter. I'm bombarded with Chloe, Louboutin, 12th Street by Cynthia Vincent, Marc Jacobs, Chanel, Stella McCartney, Marni, and a million more. What's a girl to do? I want it all so badly that it gives me a headache. And heartache. Since Fat Bitch is also Poor Bitch. I feel like I'm not living up to my fashion potential. Sadness.

At least Alice Temperley and Erin Fetherston will soon release their goodies for Target. Even then it's a race to the store and website to the snag the goodies.

Jeweled

Not that I have $406 to spend, but I'm still sad that these Miu Miu flats are sold out. Well except for a size 39, but who wears a 39? I kept seeing them on Glam.com ads and I loved them every time. Goodbye Miu Miu flats.

Summer isn't my favorite. It's so hot that when I wear dresses or shorts, my thighs sweat buckets onto my leather seats and they become sort of a slip-n-slide. I know, I know. I'm irresistible. Not so much.

I CAN'T wait for fall. I love fall clothing, and the magazines agree. The biggest issues are fall issues and they're packed with everything. Except what's up with the open-toe boot? They're in August's Lucky and other magazines as well, but really? Boots are typically worn in the fall and winter since it's cold. So what's the point of the open toe? I mean I know fashion isn't all about practicality, but the open-toe boot doesn't even look good. Especially the ones where only one toe shows (gross).

Fall also brings the next Project Runway! And Alice Temperley for Target (have you seen her stuff? Go to pressroom.target.com). And no more sweaty thigh syndrome.

And this is completely off topic, but I'm listening to Duncan Sheik's "Barely Breathing". It reminds me of sunny days and no worries, aka the 90s. Click on the link to go to the video of the song.

I recently came upon this and this.

And while I agree that babydoll TOPS make women look pregnant, I disagree that babydoll dresses make all women, "even a size 0" (as someone said in the comments) look pregnant and fat. I have a few babydoll dresses, and they do not make me look pregnant, and I am a size 0 (well, usually. Been gettin' a little plump lately). I think it mostly depends on the fabric, the cut, and the woman. If anything, they make me look even younger than I already look, but NOT pregnant.

As for the "men don't like babydoll dresses" thang, well I don't really give a damn. And to the commenter who wrote this:

Women today (since the late 60's) are so stupid. I guess most of these girls commenting here and saying this article is BS just have to say "well, um, I don't need a man anyway! I don't have to dress for a man! Stupid men, I don't need 'em... *goes to NOW meeting in Birkenstocks with no makeup on*" because they can't get one. So they decide to just wear what they want and disguise the real reason they do by calling it "self-esteem" when it's really because, even when they tried to dress to attract men, it didn't work. If you're not dressing to attract men and make yourself look fabulous, why bother? Just wear a bath robe and no make-up, because, based on the logic you dress for yourself, that would be the best choice because it's comfortable and easy to do.

You're a dumbass. Like many already said in the comments section, several women don't dress for men! Who wants that constant attention from guys based on how your ass looks in some jeans anyway? And just because someone says they don't dress for men doesn't mean they're hairy anti-men feminist types. Usually I feel women who dress for men are either really looking for sex, or are just insecure and need the validation. Also, I "got one". And it wasn't in a skintight mini skirt and boob shirt. Some women, the ones who dress for themselves, may feel most comfortable in a "bathrobe and no make-up", but feel BEST (as in more special, womanly, elegant, whatever) in nicer clothing, babydoll or not.

As for this idiotic question:

If you're not dressing to attract men and make yourself look fabulous, why bother?


Why bother? Because some of us actually enjoy fashion for how it makes us feel without the ogling and gawking from men. Any woman can still "look fabulous" without dressing in slutty tight outfits. Actually, I think MOST women look fabulous and SEXY in the unexpected. Not a leopard print fat-hugging tube dress. And often, women who dress for men end up looking like whores and think what they wear is "sexy" when really it's just slutty and way too small. And I would much rather see someone who MIGHT be pregnant underneath a babydoll dress than some jiggly girl who thinks she's sexy and attracting men in her trampy outfits. Those girls scream insecurity.

That dolt who posted that original comment needs to be slapped.

I'm a whore for the GO lines at Target, and Patrick Robinson's may have been the most eh-whatever one for me so far. However, the new Libertine stuff has me all excited again. I love the bow blouse. So far my favorite has been Proenza, but we'll see about Libertine in person on July 15. Follow here to see the looks.

It's not often that I rebuy shoes, or ever, really. I've never had to, my shoes usually last quite a long time because I don't wear them all that often. That's probably because I spend the rest of the time in my Dr. Scholls. They come in practically every color, they go with almost everything, and they're only 30 bucks. I recently came across a shiny (not REALLY shiny, but you know what I mean) new pair in a pale pink, a darker pink, a lavender color, a tan, and white. I already have the white in a 6, but they are BEAT up. I don't usually wear shoes until they're that beat up, but they're just so versatile. They're good for someone who doesn't want complete flats but still wants some height since they're still comfortable.

I got a size 7. I had to get the dude at the store to adjust the buckle so the size 7 would fit, since the store didn't sell a 6. I also got the white. It goes with everything. Except now the shoes are pretttty tight, but that's how they gotta be to fit. The only negative quality? They're a bit hard to walk in at first, and the buckle is really hard to adjust.

Once you get past those two little details however, they are fabulous.

Muumuus are greatly misunderstood. They are extremely comfortable and it feels like you're wearing nothing at all. How do I know this? I am wearing my very own muumuu, given to me by my mom, who got it from my aunt from Thailand. Sexy piece of purple and pink flowery fabric it is. If I were on my own computer I would upload a picture. It has a square neckline with a very slight ruffly sleeve (though it is sleeveless). It has a purple background with a giant pink leafy print on it. Oh who am I kidding. They're still ugly, despite their comfort. It's just so hot here in LA/Long Beach. Someone needs to make the muumuu work. Maybe Kate Moss.

Leave it to Homer Simpson to be able to pull it off.

And it's you and me in the summertime... Off topic, but I do enjoy this song by the Sundays. Very summery, feminine, and happy. Makes me kind of drift off and forget about everything. If that makes any sense.

... and we'll be hand in hand down in the park with a squeeze and a sigh and that twinkle in your eye...

all that sunshine banishes the dark

THERE ARE some things I can't help. Like biting my nails (I know I KNOW) or putting tons of butter on my waffles at Roscoe's Chicken & Waffles (it's delicious). Another one I can't help is my love for Nicole Richie. I know she got all scary skinny, then plumped up a bit, and now is back to looking all Ethiopian-like, but I like her clothes. I can't help that. I don't care if Rachel Zoe helped her get out of her pink Uggs, long ratty extensions, and horrible poses. My love for her is unconditional.

So it's no surprise that I love this too:

Not sure about the sunglasses, but the high-waisted shorts over the bodysuit leotard thing and Louboutins I love. I haven't gotten myself any wide-legged jeans or high-waisted shorts/jeans yet, but it's on my list. I don't know how this would look on most other people, but she seems to be able to pull it off.