Dress Up: Glam Party Look

If I had the body and the money to buy all this stuff, this is what I would wear to a party:

A Herve Leger Sequined Bandage Dress in Creme

Now, we should all know by now that the best look of the night is not just the result of the dress alone, but the entire look and how it is accessorized and put together. So, I went online and started pulling some things to go with this dress to complete my "glam party look." Of course, being the indecisive person that I am, I chose way too many things, so at the end of this entry I will pick what I would personally wear and create a few looks. Enjoy!

Now for my looks!

One dress, three looks!

Let me know which one you like best! :)

Look of the Day: I really love my...Plaid Jacket!

Everyone has that one (or many) item in their wardrobe that they keep wearing over and over and over again. For me, one of those items is my G-Star Raw Plaid Flannel Jacket!
I L O V E I T.
I think I actually got it right about last year, but since then I can't even keep track of how often I've worn it. Because the color palette is white, blue and black, it is really easy to coordinate with a pair of jeans (blue or black), and the best part is that it keeps me warm on those cold california days. Yes, cali does get cold too. When you feel like your tee and jeans may be too simple, add a fun jacket as the *key point of your outfit. While your at it, add some jewelry too!

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Forever 21 Black Cotton T-Shirt, Frayed Jean Shorts from Korea, G-Star Raw Plaid Flannel Jacket, J. Estina Crown Chain Necklace, Black Leather Cuff from Korea

Look of the Day: The LBD

So, a few days ago my boyfriend and I celebrated our 2 year anniversary. Yay! My bf took me out to Mastro's Steakhouse in Beverly Hills for a really nice, delicious and filling dinner. When I was getting ready I didn't know where we were going, but I knew I had to dress up. I always welcome any chances to dress up for a night out, so that alone already made me excited.


I was looking through my closet trying to figure out what to wear, and I remembered one of the dresses I bought for my birthday. I had picked three LBDs (yes, all black) for my birthday, and me being the most indecisive person on earth in addition to feeling like I had the right to splurge since it was, after all, MY birthday, I bought all three. The thing is, you will always have so many uses and occasions for an LBD, and you can (almost) never go wrong with it. Anyway, I ended up going with one of the other dresses for my birthday, but the time had finally come for this particular dress to s h i n e.

BCBG Maxazria Black Dress, Zara Leather Motorcycle Jacket, Express Black Tights, Nine West Black Satin Sandals, BCBG Maxazria Sequin Clutch in Silver, Adia Kibur Prado Vintage Earrings, Tiffany Necklace

Look of the Day: Hoodie Dress

It really hasn't been too long since I started embracing the whole leggings trend. It used to be a scary thing for a girl who is neither tall nor super skinny legged. Over time, and with much experimentation, it got easier. Now, I know that leggings are NOT only for models.
The key thing for me is to either wear leggings with a long or over-sized top that covers my bum if wearing with flats/sandals, or pair them with boots (the higher the better - but of course works with uggs). Leggings are great for those days when comfort is the number one priority, and to me, comfort + cold days = hoodie. However, for someone who always covers the bum when wearing leggings, it is necessary to wear a long tee under the hoodie. So, when I saw this hoodie dress by MARC by Marc Jacobs, I knew I had to get it. And once I got it, what do you know - I got addicted.

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MARC by Marc Jacobs Hoodie Dress in Blue + Forever 21 Black Leggings + Ruby & Bloom Ballerina Flats in Pewter + Abercrombie & Fitch Ribbed Racerback Tank in Grey + Silver Tiffany Necklace + Black/Silver Leather and Chain Bracelets from Korea

Statement Accessories!

Yay! My orders have finally arrived. :)
First of all, I love Gilt.com. Thanks to my east-coaster Jenn Noh, I am officially addicted.
Second, it's about time I added some bold, speak for itself kind of statement pieces to my jewelry collection.
There's nothing like accessories that can totally change the look of your outfit. I'm sure you've all heard this from many fashionistas, stylists, fashion gurus - all the time. But, it's because it's true. Especially since the trend has been going this direction - extra large chunky necklaces that look like you'll get a neck strain for example - every girl out there needs to invest in at least one accessory that will add the final "umph" to their look.
With that said, ta-dah~!

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Adia Kibur Navy Faceted Stone Cuff - Adia Kibur Prado Vintage Earrings - Adia Kibur Kryptonite Abstrace Stone Cuff - A Squared by Alex & Ani Marquis Stone Fringe Earrings - Adia Kibur Kryptonite Abstract Stone Necklace


I just couldn't resist the urge to splurge. Good thing there are sample sales. :D

Look of the Day: Casual & Comfortable Doesn't Have to be Boring

It's hard to look all glitz and glam EVERY time you go out. I can think of many nights when I decided to stay in because I was feeling lazy or didn't want to step out of my comfy/loungy clothes. The good thing is, there is an answer. There is always an answer to fashion - whether it be finding comfort or finding the best pair of kill hills for attention.


With that said, I wanted to go out feeling comfortable and looking like I wasn't trying too hard, but at the same time looking fashionably on point. My answer was a pair of leggings + an oversized sweater + booties.


By simply adding the long chain necklace and a cute bootie to the leggings & oversized sweater upgrades the look from being too casual/boring to being fun & stylish! My only regret is that I'm still waiting for the perfect cuff and bangle that will truly complete this look to arrive in the mail.

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Forever 21 Black Cotton Leggings, White Long T-Shirt from Korea, Guess Navy Oversized Sweater, Cashmere Scarf/Wrap in Black (on sale at Nordstrom.com for $58.90), MARC by Marc Jacobs "Miss Marc" Tote in Blue, Mia Grey Suede Bootie, Silver Hoop Earrings, Long Chain Necklace from Korea, 2 Random Rings from Korea

I have to mention that the cashmere scarf/wrap by Nordstrom is an amazing deal for the price. It is 100% cashmere for just about 60 bucks, but it is very versatile. It can be a scarf and it can be a wrap over SO many styles (sweaters, t-shirts, dresses, etc.) and the best part is that it is VERY warm. I carry this with me all the time, and it keeps me warmer than any sweater I have. It's good to have a wrap as an essential part of your wardrobe, because some clothes are made so that it just doesn't work with a regular jacket or sweater - such as the one I'm wearing due to its large sleeves. I invested in two - one in black and one in Coral or "Faded Rose" for a touch of color. I still wanted the color one to be able to go with the majority of my outfits, so I chose to go safe, however if you like accent pieces, there is a wide variety of color so check it out!

Random Tips of the Day: Lash Fix and Comfy Soles

Some of the things I find to be actually useful and helpful are tips for things in the daily routine. I am a HUGE fan of mascara and shoes - both of which can turn out to be disappointing or frustrating buys. I like to try every single type of new cool looking mascara, and at least half of the time it doesn't live up to its promising standards - "sky high lashes" and "total volume" you know what I mean. But, before you throw it in the back of your makeup drawer and vent about having to invest in a new one, try using a mascara primer. Almost all faulty mascaras have the potential of magically turning into your favorite one. My two ultimate favorite mascara primers that curl, volumize and lengthen the lashes for full effect are:

Shiseido The Makeup Mascara Base (available at Sephora.com for $23)
This product is a clear colored mascara base that will curl your lashes and add volume. You don't necessarily have to wait for it to dry before applying mascara. It will be like you have a new mascara.

and...

Lancome Oscillation Powerbooster (available at Sephora.com for $39)
This is my ultimate must have beauty item. It is a bit costly, but it is definitely worth the investment. They also have the non-oscillation one which is the exact same thing without the vibrating wand. This is a white colored primer, but it doesn't effect the color of your mascara. It is a good idea to wait a few seconds before applying the mascara for smoother application. This product is really good for adding length to your lashes, and it is supposed to have a conditioning effect to strengthen your lashes as well.

Now for those lovely shoes that look oh so pretty, but make you want to never wear them for longer than 30 minutes. One thing I realized while working at events that require me to be standing or walking around or even running around for 8-10 hours straight in shoes that match my LBD is that shoes are shoes. Ballerina flats, full on platform heels - even those Cole Haan Nike Air ones, boots, however comfortable they were when you tried them on at the store, they are all the same. Your feet will die. The thing is, if the shoes are too flat on the bottom, the soles of your feel will hurt, and if the shoes have cushion either the toes will still feel squished or you'll still get blisters on the back of your heel and everywhere else.
So, what is the solution? Continue the never-ending journey to finding the perfect pair? No. Go out and buy shoe insoles/inserts. There are so many kinds of shoe insoles/inserts out there for all types of shoes (open toe sandals to flats to mega high heels), and although it may not solve the problem 100%, it is much better than a splurge going to waste. One thing to note though, sometimes the insoles - no matter how thin - will make the shoe fit much tighter, which can actually make the situation for your feet much worse. My advice is that when you go out to buy shoes, get them a half size bigger and wear them with insoles/inserts. That is possibly the most comfortable way to wear your most uncomfortable pair as I have experienced time and time again.

http://www.drscholls.ca/for_her/english/inserts/

The ones I use are Dr. Scholls (available at drugstores like RiteAid or CVS). They have specific ones "for her"like High Heel Insoles, Heel Liners, Open Shoe Insoles, and much more. They also have cushioned tapes that you can stick on anywhere on the shoe that causes discomfort, such as blisters. *Note: the cost of these insoles may add up quick as they are not exactly cheap, but if you look around online I'm sure there will be alternative brands that will be just as comfortable for less buck. To happy heels! :)

Look of the Day: Red, White, and Blue

After months of putting off really starting this blog, I have finally got around to it. Yay!


Maybe I was unconsciously feeling very patriotic today, or I have been playing Farmville on Facebook waaayyy too much lately. Either way, I was all about the red, white and blue. To avoid looking too overly patriotic, I accessorized with some earthy tones of gold and tan. Somehow it just worked, and it was one of those looks that I liked more and more as the day went on. :)


*Look out for a special cameo appearance by my lovely Moongki in the background :)

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Alice Ritter "Ismer" Plaid Tunic Dress w/ Red Elastic Belt; Rachel Pally Short Sleeve Wrap in Navy; Jessica Simpson "Tulip" Boot in Dark Tan (available at Nordstrom for $197.95, also available in black); Gold Flower earrings from Korea; Silver Tiffany Necklace I got for my birthday