Phantasmagoria

I-N-D-E-P-E-N-D-E-N-T

2012-01-30T22:43:00.000-08:00

American Apparel harem pants, Minnetonka boots, BDG top

I love this outfit so much I wore it two days in a row. I'm a second semester senior at CalArts earning my BFA in acting and let me tell you, after just one semester at this place I realized I had to learn how to make movements clothes weeerrrrrrrrk.

This is the best outfit in the world because:

a) it's super comfortable and I can do anything in it

b) it's hella cute

and c) need I say more?

xoxo

Gossip Girl

2012

2012-01-01T12:36:00.000-08:00

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

Brandy Melville sweater, real NY water bagel

Grandma Edna and I

Greetings from Brooklyn!

I'm here in NYC enjoying this precious time off with my family.

My Grandma Edna is the one who I get all those fly clothes from. Thanks g-ma!

Set your intentions for 2012, it's going to be a big one..

Baydge

2011-12-24T10:10:00.000-08:00

UO earrings, Brandy Melville sweater, Minnetonka moccasins

I LOVE THESE EARRINGS.

I'm on my way to the east coast today..horray

I got my boyf clothes for christmas and they look SO GOOD on him. He loves them. I'm so happy!

He's wearing- BDG top, CPO sweater

Merry Christmas Eve!

Don't have to be beautiful

2011-12-22T10:46:00.001-08:00

F21 jeans, Brandy Melville tank, Goodwill jacket, thrifted shoes

Another fun outfit with one of my new tanks.. Though you cant see it in these pics, this top and the top in the last post are quite different in terms of color in person. The previous top is a washed out mauve-lavender-gray color and this one is a vibrant white with a soft light blue tint. I love Brandy Melville colors! Gosh. I'm so not getting paid to do PR for them, I swear.. they just make amazing tanks.

I'm cleaning my apt today for the first time in a long time. I never had time to fully move in, and doing that feels so good. I already feel clearer, happier and more settled.

Happy holy days!

Runk Prock

2011-12-20T23:58:00.000-08:00

Brandy Melville clothing, Guess shoes

I love books. I love reading good books that you love reading and you think about when you're not reading and you become the protagonist. Right now I'm reading Patti Smith's Just Kids and while I don't think I've morphed into the Godmother of Punk, my style as slipped into menswear chic a bit. I've been on the hunt for baggy jeans..

Brandy Melville = Amazing

I discovered this store the other day and I bought it out practically. I got 6 different soft cotton tanks with slightly different details or muted tones (off white, cream, pale mauve, army green) and 2 not of cotton, but simple, casual chic.

Why has blank- chic become the word I use to describe everything lately?

Dumbster Blond

2011-12-16T08:56:00.000-08:00

Pants from Israel, found shirt, Minnetonka mocassin boots.

I absolutely adore this outfit. Most comfortable thing in the world. And I feel like as dumpster-y as it is, it's kinda chic too... homeless chic maybe?

These pants got me thinking that I need a pair of proper drop crotch pants. These are wonderful, but they're made of linen and are kinda see through when worn as a onesie. Proper drop crotch pants will be a perfect addition to my wardrobe. Those and a pair of baggy jeans. Fitted jeans don't look as good on me as I wish they would, so I'll have to travel down different avenues..

Variations on a theme

2011-12-14T09:38:00.000-08:00

Skirt, shoes, dino sweater are all thrift, knee highs UO

I wish I had remembered to take pictures every time I left the house this week. This has gotten so pretty and 'hip' that it's not even touching the ugly pretty theme from which is derived. I had some great ugly combos this week. Some so ugly i even questioned myself as I found myself on the street in these hideous combinations.. This however, is just an ugly skirt, a cut up rag of a shirt and some shoes that were cheap but now everyone's wearing.

Hanging round downtown by myself

2011-12-14T09:26:00.000-08:00

Skirt, jean jacket and little boys shoes from Goodwill, shirt was found on the street, scarf is HM

I've been really into ugly fashion lately. I love it. I love finding ugly clothing in ugly colors and putting them all on in a messed up ugly way to create odd ugly beauty.

I was in Santa Monica yesterday and dudes macked on me.. wtf!! I was so shocked? Is it that LA is just such a hip town that even the guys on the street are up on their fashion game? I thought i looked so ugly.lol. I love clothing because its such a costume and i can act and feel however it makes me feel. I get to play a new role every day.

I ADORE these shoes btw..So chunky and funny.

Elect Trick

2011-11-03T21:16:00.000-07:00

L.E. Fantz

2011-10-30T14:01:00.000-07:00

HELLOOOOOO!

Though I shout "HELLOOOO" I really don't think I have any consistent followers to talk to, but I'd rather send my words out in space to something or someone rather than just use this as a my personal style history book. So HELLLOOOO out there! I hope you enjoy roaming the interspace and stumbling upon whatever crosses your path. Isn't the internet amazing?

I found this wonderful dress and goodwill the other day. I just saw the cut and cool print and grabbed it, but then when I tried it on i realized it had a million adorable elephants all over it! I have never been particularly drawn to elephants like some women I know are, but once I met these women who truly have a place in their hearts for this amazing animal I started to feel differently not only about elephants but about the women who adored them. Elephants and their women now have a special place in my heart. I also adore the cut of this dress. Spaghetti straps, super loose and flowly, material feels transparent but doesn't look it. It's the perfect kick around dress. It even came with a few gaping holes. Whoever owned it really loved it.

I wore this last night to hang out with a few girls from my class. How nice. I'm adding this picture because I was proud of my make up job. This lip gloss is from my FAVORITE lip gloss combo from MAC. All the colors blend with my coloring so well.

Giftcicles

2011-07-12T13:05:00.000-07:00

My friend Mary gave me this beautiful necklace from Afghanistan. I've admired indigenous jewelry for a while, but have never bought any because I think the commercialization of "tribal" as a vacant fashion statement is rather gross.

This, however, is not helpless imitation, and I adore it.

Srilankan Christian 80's Pirate

2011-07-05T17:29:00.000-07:00

Poonk

2011-07-02T09:06:00.000-07:00

Silicone and Gace

2011-06-17T00:19:00.000-07:00

Went to my friend's concert tonight.

Had fun with my roommate's ipad in the car.

What's good

Scandal the Vandal

2011-06-16T17:19:00.000-07:00

If you can't tell by the amount of pictures I've posted, I really like this outfit

My best outfits are born out of waking up late
Yes I still tried a couple things on before walking out the door, but as soon as I found a combination I liked I just ran with it. Quick accessorizing, no time to get self conscious about my ass hanging out the back and done. And I'm so glad I was stuck with this outfit all day. While the length of the shorts was slightly annoying because i DON'T think it's cute to see the bottom of ANYONES ass outside the beach, a porno or a rap video, the whole concept just made me so happy and leaves me feeling inspired.

It's so funny, whenever I attempt to emulate an icon I love, it never works.. I mean, no matter what I look off the chain, but an outfit only fully resonates with me when I meld it with my own vibe ( in this case, hi waisted booty shorts and sparkly wedges).

This outfit reminded me of Janis Joplin throughout the day and I kept seeing her wearing boas as hair extensions and huge round frames wailing on the stage, being the bad ass bitch that she was.
She's such an inspiration, but I would never walk around rockin' exactly what she did, because that's not me. And that's what I love about style, especially today. It's just a big collage that jumps across time. A persons outfit is a constellation, a map, that can trace back to so many places simultaneously. And that same type of constellation creates how you and I stand today- our personalities, ideas, creativity, how we live our lives.

We are just a walking constellation of everything that came before and that's to come.

2 days till b more. . . caaaaan yooooou diiiggg itttttt?

Girlfriend

2011-06-15T18:01:00.000-07:00

Meet Mary

She's what we call a skinny bitch

or my girlfriend

she'll be showing up on here a lot

I'm on that datamosh

2011-06-14T19:54:00.000-07:00

Best shoes ever.

my homie Yung Jake

love this jam and this video

21

2011-06-12T13:40:00.000-07:00

What a great birthday weekend. Might have lost my ID at the Abbey in the midst of gay pride madness, but I had a wonderful weekend with wonderful, beautiful people.

Thank you Los Angeles!

June 10, 1990

2011-06-11T16:40:00.000-07:00

Yesterday was my birthday. The big 2-1.

This was the first of three outfits, duh.
One for day, one for play, one for gettin' my drank on

What a wonderful day!

pretty

2011-06-08T21:33:00.000-07:00

pretty dress

pretty face

pretty shoes

Crown of Flo'uers

2011-06-07T18:02:00.000-07:00

Countdown to Baltimore...

Dial M for Mary

2011-06-05T13:17:00.000-07:00

Thrift everything

Cowboys in the Closet

2011-05-21T10:11:00.000-07:00

DIY Cowboy pin, DIY shirt dress

I had a vision one night that I was wearing this as a dress. I didn't see how, but I knew I had to do it. The next morning I figured this thing out with a cowboy safety pin I made. I turned the sleeves inside out and tied them at the bottom to create pockets- best idea ever. So comfy and so convenient. Those pockets are huge. The best part is that it's all completely undoable and can still be worn as a regular shirt.

This shirt has a lot of sentimental value, and I'm glad it's finally getting some street cred too.

Austin Showers

2011-05-18T20:39:00.000-07:00

modified lace top and bra (goodwill), lace cravat (god knows where), white skirt from a clothing swap, white wrap (walmart)

I had so much fun today wearing this. I didn't do much of anything.. in fact i just went to school to finish a paper and go to a meeting, but i felt like such a fluffy lacey cream puff. I don't usually wear things with high collars because once upon a time i thought they didn't look good on me, but now i regret passing up an ADORABLE high collared dress from a friend at a clothing swap i went to this weekend.

Have you ever participated in a Naked Ladies Party? It's almost as exciting as it sounds.. it's when you get a bunch of your most fashionable friends and acquaintances together with all of your unwanted clothes, present each one at a time and whoever likes it gets to try it on and have it! If two people like the same item they both try it on and whoever it looks best on gets to have it (the rest of the girls act as the jury). Fun right!? I should've taken pictures, it was so epic how many clothes there were in my friends living room.. but there were also a bunch of naked ladies so they probably wouldn't have appreciated that too much..

Dress for the day, the day will respond.

♥

P.S.

my darling friend Saxon is a phenomenal singer/songwriter/musician. take a listen

Hawaii

2011-05-09T10:49:00.000-07:00

patricia field turban, goodwill muumuu

Knotty by Knature

2011-05-07T17:35:00.001-07:00

aa crop top, goodwill skirt

Safety pins used to be the ultimate essential to my wardrobe, but within the last year or so knots have practically taken their place. While safety pins are still irreplaceable (truth be told i've been pondering a replacement invention for years) i've found knots are more versatile and aesthetically pleasing. They inherently drape or alter the surrounding fabric and create a fun 3-d shape out of your clothing that isn't shockingly avant-garde but rather wearable and unique. I enjoy the cute and humorous appearance of these linear knots.

Hey- Summer!

Ready or knot, here i come!

410

2011-04-22T21:19:00.000-07:00

DIY shredded leggings, motorcycle belt and lingire playsuit thing from Goodwill, cape-ish thing from Target, MAC lipstick (Pleaser boots not photographed)

I really love this outfit for so many reasons.. It's composed of so many ridiculous pieces that create this fabulous oxy-moronous mess. Lingrie + shredded tights + stripper shoes + harley davidson belt MADE OF METAL MOTORCYLES that was made for a XXXL man that's so big it fits around my waist twice = absolutely ridiculous and uttlerly Sophilosophical.

pink lips ♥

BeeJay

2011-04-21T18:38:00.001-07:00

vintage Bestey Johnson dress, necklace from street fair, my favorite boots evaa

Karl

2011-04-17T09:39:00.000-07:00

Lagerfelding it

baltimorrow and timorrow and timorrow

2011-04-02T07:30:00.000-07:00

THRIFT EVERYTHING

because recylcing's sexy . . .

MARY + SOPHIA = FUN

RIO

2011-03-12T16:37:00.000-08:00

childhood RIO shirt, thrift/ diy shorts, vintage boots.

What a beautiful day it is today in sunny California!

enjoy life!

respectful, sweet, funny

2011-03-07T19:55:00.000-08:00

thrift everything

it's amazing how many feelings one can feel in a day without exhausting or overwheliming oneself. as an actor i'm used to 'feeling' easily when i work, but peacefully expierencing a range of joyful to challenging feelings in ones own skin and psyche is something i haven't felt in a while and i'm very thankful for having this opportunity. i'm finding that in these past months, life has been handing me gifts, lessons, wisdom, on a silver platter. daily, weekly, monthly, momently. i'm so thankful.

love

FOR MARY

2011-03-03T15:36:00.000-08:00

UO tights, AA leggings, thrifted boots, glasses, jacket and sweater

i love these John Lennons

WItchy Woman

2011-02-20T19:30:00.000-08:00

AGGY ASSEYMETRICAL SPLIT DRESS

I've heard quite a few times lately that I remind someone of Stevie Nicks.
I never intended to emulate her, but since the comparison's arisen I've been exploiting the inspiring icon's similarity to my heart's content- only because of the recent cold weather however.. My Stevie side mostly comes out in cold weather. Almost all of my layering clothing happens to be black and when the sun isn't shining and it becomes cold and bundle up time, black is the only thing in my closet that beckons me. I used to feel guilty about wearing all black. I felt some sort of obligation to all the colors of the rainbow.. but lately I've been psychedelically colorful whenever the sun decides to expose it's soul-brightening visage, so guilt need not appear when I daringly delve into the dark, dangerous, depths of the depth-deceptive dye . . .

BLACK

Cedric's Sister

2011-02-19T09:10:00.000-08:00

thrifted shirt and jacket, AA thigh highs, DIY suede and feather hair wrap, random circle scarf worn as hood

It's getting pretty cold here in California. And when i say cold i mean 56..ouch! It trips me out how thin my blood's become after being here for almost 3 years. I just bought a bunch of summer dresses, so I'm a little bummed about the weather, but at least I can break out this awesomely wonderful coat I got at Goodwill a couple weeks ago.

I like this dark urban pocahantas princess look..

follow that car

2011-02-18T17:49:00.000-08:00

thrifted crop top, Zara shorts, vintage work boots, dad's hat, vintage Gucci bag

And a peek at my new tattoo...

you look better with no

2011-02-15T09:03:00.000-08:00

i wore this to rehearsal last night..

thrifted boys polo, URBN skirt

Skecher's boots!

and of course, my crown of bells.. how sexy am i!

also- one of my best friends, Saxon, just recorded a new song and it's amazing..

it's a wonderful day in the neighborhood

2011-02-14T14:14:00.000-08:00

Vintage dress from Wasteland, thrifted belt and shoes, DIY feather hair clip

I wore this outfit Sunday just to run some errands. I love this dress because it's so easy and free while still being quite the whimsical statement. I'm in love with feathers these days.. native american inspired any and everything.

Love yourself today.
every day.
it's fun!

ocean locks

2011-01-30T22:53:00.000-08:00

My dream hair . . .

definitely doable

desktop

2011-01-27T13:22:00.000-08:00

i love her like...

2011-01-23T02:05:00.000-08:00

grandma's cardigan, thrifted boots, AA thi highs, f21 black tunic, urban tights

My girl from Baltimore just sent me some pics from my visit and look! an outfit post!

I ADORE this cardigan. My sister and I went shopping in the closet of Edna (grandma's basement) and as usual, we found so many treasures including this cardigan.

gaaah, j'adore.

baltimore was so wonderful

and it always will be!

i wanna see your insides out

2011-01-20T19:52:00.000-08:00

Nail Craftin'

a few abstract nail paintings and a lace nail

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and then there was the day of polka dots

Skirt/top set from thrift store in Sun Valley, vintage belt, Gucci shades, diy head bow, misc jewelry

Zara shorts, gifted top

even at night..the jammies, unknowingly, followed suit...

My old golw in the dark constellation shirt from my childhood!

.º.º.º.º.º.º.º.º.º.
polka dot day was quite a success
.•.•.•.•.•.•.•.•.•.•.•.•.•.•.
˚º˚º˚º˚º˚º˚º˚º˚

♥

she says i look like tiger lily. ok!

2011-01-17T12:12:00.000-08:00

muumuu/ dress from Goodwill, feather hair thing from Joann's,

My roomate told me i look like a table cloth. My best friend said i look like Little Edie. Two different but not contradictory statements. My best friend also said i look like Tiger Lily.

hell yeah.

scream and SHOUT

2011-01-16T12:29:00.000-08:00

I've been on a creating rampage lately.. i love when these random, uncontrollable urges to clean and create come over me in such a way that i don't even realize i'm in them until i'm cleaning up hours later due to back pains. its just nature. besides this jewelry organizer (that is far from complete) i have also made more glorious head pieces! gosh, i must post those pictures soon.

the best pieces come from real need. desire.

♥

Stevie Doo

2011-01-14T23:32:00.000-08:00

Hair clip made with feathers

Barrette i made with jinglely bells

Barrette made with lace, gems and feathers

Hair clip made with feathers and gems

I bought a lot of really fun materials at Joann's last night like feathers, gems, lace, clips, barrettes and more. I've been wanting to make my hair more nest-like with random items just living in it, for a couple months now...this project is a great pathway to achieving that dream.

I also went thrift store shopping with my wonderful friend Mie and got some incredible pieces! This little skirt set is one of my favorites..so lightweight and comfortable..

As i was searching the aisles of Joann's to find things to attach to my barrettes i came across this hair piece. Part of a valentine's costume i think.. so amazing.

chowt

2011-01-08T15:35:00.000-08:00

diy shredded beater, Zara pants, Steve Madden scarf, Dad's cardigan, white wrap from Wal Mart, Gucci shades, vintage Gucci purse, Guess shoes, blazer from goodwill

Dad and I made the most of being together over winter break. We went to the Met and saw an amazing photography show. Only one more week to relax before second semester..

Chewy Stars

2010-11-29T11:38:00.000-08:00

Thrifted slip, cardigan, belt & jacket, found vintage purse, Grandpa's lt blue travel suitcase, hand-knitted scarf/blanket, Marc Jacobs daisy ring, DIY headpiece

Happy belated Thanksgiving!

So last Tuesday night I get off the plane at JFK and make my way to the arriving area to find my Dad. He called and told me he was by the baggage claim so I weave through the crowd to find him. Finally I spot a man in the distance, head cast downwards engrossed in something. I figured he'd gotten a new phone and was checking out the new features or something but it turns out he got a new digital camera that he's in love with.. and now looking at the pictures from it I can see why.

This was the best, most comfiest, smartest outfit decision I could have made for my 6 hour plane ride from LA to NY. This slip is so comfy, long, silky and sheer that i felt like I was wearing nothing at all in the best way. I wore knit leggings underneath so I wouldn't be cold on the East, but i think i might have to do that every time I wear it because it's so sheer. This cardigan and scarf/blanket (that my best friend knit for me) acted as my pillow and blankie and added wonderfully to the whole pastel effect. I loved looking like a care bear! Looking around at everyone else in the airport wearing dark neutral colors I wondered what they could be thinking about this misplaced mass of unicorn dust that blew through their reality for a moment...

I love dressing myself in my own little world.
Not for anyone else, not for fashion, not for cool,
but just for me
and all the little specks of glitter, love and unicorns in my world.

S

Halloween

2010-11-01T17:10:00.000-07:00

My school, CalArts, has a huge halloween party every year. These pictures were taken before the party really started so you can't see the madness, but it's insane and so much fun! Playboy even named it one of the Top 10 Halloween parties.

So in case you couldn't tell, I was a unicorn and my friend Saxon was Dont Ask Dont Tell..haha. I wore American Apparel leggings, DIY furry leg warmers, DIY sparkle bra, DIY horn...i had soo much fun making the costume- namely the boustier. So glittery!

Hope you had a good Halloween!

High Waisted

2010-10-24T12:14:00.000-07:00

I did a shoot for my friend's online zine a couple weeks ago.. it was a lot of fun. Here are some of the pics

above photos by Rafael Hernandez

last 2 by Federico Mata

I know i said i was really going to try to stay on top of this during the school year but to be honest, I just have so many other things to occupy my time with and enliven my heart that i can't seem to fit the blog in. I used to want to be able to profit off of my blog, but now i see that it's really just a fun pet project that i can occupy myself with when i'm bored so i can always have a creative outlet. I'm so grateful for this blog and all the posts i've done, i've had such a great time and look forward to future posts, shoots, and fun outfits!

♥

Old Oak Tree

2010-09-17T18:13:00.000-07:00

thrifted skirt, bikini top and bow, little boy's Converse shoes and Girl Props earrings

Yet another batch from the desert shoot..
Here's another example of my extremely schizophrenic styling. I found this wonderfully floral, perfectly fitting bikini top that I have been wearing a lot of lately. I paired it with Harem pants, a cropped blazer and high heel military boots the other day and someone told me I reminded them of Selena in her bustiers. Love that comparison- Selena is my girl!

I really enjoyed pairing it this time with this vintage high-waisted, acid wash jean skirt and these random army themed boy's boots I got a year ago. Along with the scarf bow and door knocker earrings I feel like it clashes so much that it almost doesn't work, but somehow it does. People always tell me that I can wear anything, but I really can't. It's all about having confidence and working it.

You can wear anyyything, just be fierce with it and no one can tell you otherwise!

Stay happy, peaceful and smiling. You're so blessed to be on this earth
in the comfort of your home. Don't take your life for granted.
We're all precious.

precious
perfect
creations

who can dress our asses off!

All my love

Creepy Deepy Christian Bale

2010-09-11T12:06:00.000-07:00

Photos by Ed Thomas

DIY Batman crop top and skirt from Goodwill, F21 earrings and glasses, Guess boots

I was feeling a little Bruce WAYNE.

G-MA'S muu muu

2010-09-09T18:30:00.000-07:00

what gnarly stiches, right?

Hey guys! Sorry it's been soo long.. I've been back in Cali for a couple weeks now but haven't had internet or time to do any more shoots! I moved apartments and just finished auditioning for the upcoming season..thankfully, I was able to do a shoot last week with the lovely Ed Thomas and here is the first set!

Vinage boots and modified muu muu from Grandma's closet

I found this dress the day before I left for LA in my Grandma's closet (where i find the BEST things). When i showed it to my dad in it's original state, he thought it was disgusting and had no idea why I picked it out.. Moments later after I cut and snipped to my hearts content he was astonished! I had actually taken a seemingly unattractive piece of clothing and made it wearable. I'm shocked he actually doubted me.

Thanks Ed for the fun time!

This is how we pack

2010-08-30T09:39:00.000-07:00

Sorry for the lack of posts.

My life is currently filled with boxes...

At least this one looked pretty.

Disney, Dior, fur collars and spike studded accessories..

I like

Jailbird

2010-08-28T12:33:00.000-07:00

BDG striped top, vintage blazer, spandex shorts, vintage boots

BOY HOWDY - is it hot in California or what?
This is a photobooth picture I took when I was visiting my mother in RI.
We stayed in a hotel with the comfiest bed ever. I love hotels. And beds.

This outfit made me happy. The shorts are super short (duh) but the blazer gives it a
faux touch of class and the boots just make it bad ass..i never really think about my style unless
I'm writing about my outfits, but I'm glad I have this chance because I find it fascinating to realize the mix of blatant contradictions being played out each and every day.

I just realized that that's why I feel like I'm wearing a costume if I'm not being contradictory in my clothing.. like a completely sweet dress, sweet shoes and sweet hair bow wouldn't work.
It'd have to be a sweet girly dress, a ragged vintage purse, bad ass motorcycle or work boots, bling blinged jewelry and bed head hair. That's it.

♥

Junior's

2010-08-24T08:40:00.000-07:00

On my last day in NY, i went to an old favorite- Junior's- with my dad and sister.

Express top, grandma's blouse, vintage boots

I love this top..one of my absolute vintage favorites.
I've been wearing the heck out of these boots, but i can't help it.. I adore them!

Diaper Genie

2010-08-21T07:22:00.000-07:00

Photos by Harvey Wang

I got this amazing harem jumper the other day and I am so in love!

One of my close friends just spent a semester abroad and has one of these except its a deep royal purple..every time she wears it I throw a fit about how much i want one and one finally crossed my path! I got it in the Lower East Side at some store along 1st ave..I can't wait to go back, they have such great stuff.

Right now I'm in BWI airport on a lay over on my way back to LA la land.

I'm actually really kinda sad to leave NY.. I was just starting to sink my teeth into it..again.. but off to another fabulous school year. 3rd year let's do it!

Keep smiling

Renovation Nation

2010-08-19T11:44:00.000-07:00

♥ The mess behind me = renovation of 2 floors in our 4 story house... don't judge! ♥

BDG jeans, Marks and Spencer undershirt, found floral bathing suit top, pearl drop earrings from F21, custom made "Massive" necklace

Hey guys! Sorry I've been off my blogging game..It's my last week in Brooklyn before I go back to California and I've been traveling up and down the east coast saying good bye to people before I go out west. I did a shoot today though and have a few new posts lined up..can't wait to share them!

P.S. Dont forget to become a follower on Google Friend Connect and to follow me on Blogger or Bloglovin'...

Enjoy these last few weeks of precious summer!

Ludacrismas

2010-08-11T11:21:00.000-07:00

I found these amazing shoes at the Shape of Lies,a vintage shop on the lower east side, for only 25 bucks.. Another shopper in the store asked me what size shoe I was and I told her I was a 6 and she immediately brought over these shoes and told me i had to try them on, and i'm so glad she did!!

Horn-rimmed sunglasses from SoHo

diy DKNY crop top, found floral bathing suit top, Abercrombie and Fitch cut off shorts

Photos by Harvey Wang

I took these photos a few days ago before I took a road trip to Baltimore. I really love this outfit..it's so comfortable and casual but still fun and extravagant. I love these glasses, my Dad found them in SoHo and gave them to me! So perfect..

Have a wonderful day!

Heart Attack, Best Believe

2010-08-05T19:48:00.000-07:00

Photos by Annatruus Bakker

Le Chateau polka dot jumpsuit from Park Slope flea market for 2 dollars, F21 strappy shoes

I'm back! Sorry for the extended vacation. I went on a week long meditation retreat that I go on every year at Insight Meditation Society in Barre, MA. It was just as insightful and wonderful (though hard) as usual, but I'm glad to be back and post these pictures I took before I left.

How amazing is this jumpsuit? Not only was it two bucks, but it also fit's me without any hem adjustments and since I'm, 4'11" that's kind of a big deal.

Thanks for all of your comments and love.

Stay happy!

Handlebars

2010-07-27T04:35:00.000-07:00

I recently won a giveaway hosted by the lovely Elena of Fashion is Inspiration and these glasses are what I won! I've never really won things like this before, so it was so exciting to win AND get these fly pair of shades. They remind me of the Chanel shades that I've seen on Amber Rose..j'adore! Thanks Elena!

I'm going away for a week or so on a silent meditation retreat so I won't be posting, but know that you're all in my heart.

Have a wonderful week loves!

Of course cool rhymes with fool

2010-07-24T07:18:00.000-07:00

Photos by Anna

Zoa top, Guess boots, Urban Outfitters headband

I love this top..it's so lightweight and airy and it was only 20 bucks at a sample sale! These shoes are new and I am so in love. I always wear heels and try to stomp all over the city in them, but honestly, they are not practical when you have to walk everywhere. I get away with it a lot more when I'm just walking from class to class on campus.

I hope you guys are enjoying the summer and staying cool! Thank you so much for all of your comment love! I really do appreciate it and read each one. If you ever have a question for me, please feel free to comment with it and I'll answer it in the next post or in a reciprocating comment. Don't forget to become my friend on Google Friend Connect!

Spread love, breathe, be happy!

Disposable

2010-07-21T10:23:00.000-07:00

My lovey friend's Mary and Anna had a small disposable camera phase and here are the fruits of their fun times!

F21 acid wash jeans, AA black lace bodysuit, DIY shredded crop sweater, Dolce Vita shoes, Mickey jacket and purse found in my grandma's closet

Mary's closet is on her wall..i love that her wardrobe doubles as wallpaper

Meet Lil Wayne aka Weezy aka Weezy F Baby, the bengal cat.

These already feel vintage even though they're a month old. I love the feel of disposable camera photos. New outfit pics coming soon!

Keep loving

A Family Affair

2010-07-19T08:31:00.000-07:00

Yesterday my Mom came to town and my sister and I spent the day with her! All of us being in the same place at the same time is a very rare occasion these days, so we were all really thankful for the quality time. We went to brunch at AOC Bistro in Park Slope first..

Mom wearing Micheal Kors bag, tunic and turquoise & tiger's eye bracelet from Williamsburg street fair, Fendi shades

My sister, Sakira's wearing a Balenciaga moto bag, consignment shop shoes and Abercrombie and Fitch shorts

Manicures and pedicures!

I love these boots! I've wanted a pair for a while now, but seeing them on her all day is tipping me over the edge..

Zara shorts, Jessica Simpson sandals

After we got mani pedis we went to Brooklyn Charm in Williamsburg- by far the coolest place I've been to in a WHILE. We all made our own charm necklaces that have really significant meanings to us. It makes wearing jewelry so much more personal and meaningful. I think I'm going to start to look for the deep, personal parts of my apparel expression from now on and not focus on the the aesthetic appeal as much..but that's a train on a different track..

They also had a lot of pre made jewelry that was adorable and spectacular

Mom bought this one

Sakira and I designed the following necklaces

Charms on Sakira's necklace from left- anchor, pink flower, heart shaped key, crystal, rectangular whistle, chanis and skull

Charms on my necklace from left (some aren't visible in this picture)- spur, heart, crystal, rectangular whistle (functional!), wings, S heart, skull, draping chains

We had a really great day.. I hope you had a wonderful Sunday too!

Everything is just how it's suppposed to be

2010-07-18T07:49:00.000-07:00

Hat from H&M

Leggings from AA, DIY shirt, vintage shades, Vince Camuto clogs

Photos by Annatruus

I love this outfit. I just got these clogs and they are already the loves of my life! They make me so tall and are just so freaking hot. Chinatown was bustlin' the other day as you can see and I had great time traipsing around with Anna. We took another set of pictures after this that was kind of INCREDIBLE, but somehow they all got erased! Some faulty card reader or something, but it's ok, we're gonna re-do it when she gets back from vaycay.

Enjoy the set and have a beautiful day.

Stay happy!

Her name was Lola..

2010-07-17T10:09:00.000-07:00

How cute is she!?! As you can see, I kinda have a thing for celebrity kids and Lourdes is no exception. She's helping her mom, Madonna, design Material Girl which is Madonna's junior collection in collaboration with Macy's. She's funky, still a bit green, but stylistically maturing quite nicely. Some of her leg warmers + tights + stripes + color explosions remind me of me at 14. I wasn't always this stylish, haha.

I went shopping yesterday and got a whole bunch of FABULOUS rompers, dresses, tops and shoes. I'm doing a shoot with my friend Anna today and I can't wait to post and share it all with you guys!

Thanks for all of your comments and love!

♥

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Smiling Faces

2010-07-14T07:41:00.000-07:00

Went to my dad's office in Alphabet City yesterday to help out on some projects..

Patricia Field turban, thrifted Eddie Bauer top, random pair of $6 faux tortoise shell glasses

vintage keyring I found in my dad's office. i attached it to a chain and now it's a necklace

I really love this turban! It's so versitile and cleans/ fancies up any outfit. It makes me feel regal and Baba-esque. The material of this top is so light and floaty, but i cut the shoulders a bit too wide. I have an idea though and can't wait to try it out!

photos by Harvey Wang

I thought the mail lady looked really cute and fashionable in the rain. It was so sticky and gross and she was so sweet and cheerful to talk to.

Have a wonderful day!

Tonka

2010-07-13T17:22:00.000-07:00

american apparel lace body suit, vintage white pleated skirt, F21 military boots

assorted vintage chains, F21 spike bracelet

Vinatge 25 cent John Lennon ring, F21 cross ring

black angle shades from F21

Photos: Harvey Wang

I went to the Bronx the other day with my dad to help out on a photo shoot. It was a cool adventure. I was feeling light, fun, sporty and whimsical that day and hadn't yet gotten tired of the wretched heat and humidity.

Stay sweet!

Art is the Solution to Chaos

2010-07-12T09:20:00.000-07:00

Frances Bean Cobain

I've always loved FBC. She's so stunning, those eyes! I used to have the biggest crush on Kurt and she looks just like him. She's "famous by default" as she says, but that doesn't stop her from stomping the streets claiming her fame like we all do..Can't wait to see what she ends up doing.

Don't forget to follow on Google Friend Connect!

♥

Stay free

They be Stressin'

2010-07-11T09:06:00.000-07:00

After seeing Frassy's post a few days back, i got inspired and wanted to make a top out of a scarf too. Sadly, my breasticles are much smaller and can't hold a scarf in place, but i came up with some other fun combinations.

Stay happy!

♥

Dahling

2010-07-09T10:29:00.000-07:00

Yes, that's a spike-studded Birkin bag

Field of Dreams

2010-07-08T19:06:00.000-07:00

Went to Patricial Field today and had a grand ole time..

I tried on lots of amazing things outside of my price range including this fabulous pegasus/unicorn/galaxy corset.

There's a Keith Harring line there that is rather amazing. I want all of it!

Fabulous Patricia Field spike bra and Keith Harring skirt

My friend and model Annatruus ended up dropping some dough and got quite a few items including this jumpsuit

Newly purchased turban from PF, success!

Some of the Harring collection

4-finger ring picture featuring Anna's awesome nails she did herself

Cedric

All in all it was a very fun and fabulous trip. We were in there for 40 mins, bought things, went outside for literally 4 mins and came back in for more! In case you don't know- Patricia Field is a glorious stylist and designer who was and is the costume designer for the Sex and the City series and movies. She's just my cup of tea.. Can't wait to go back and make some purchases!

Stay happy

Left a Good Job in the City

2010-07-07T12:00:00.000-07:00

This outfit embodies another favorite look of mine - mixing soft feminine pieces with strong punky accessories.

This was a little boy's jean jacket I got at a thrift store. I studded it up with some english studs from Studs and Spikes and sewed these airplane patches on the back.

Photos by Ed Thomas

Thrifed and modified slip dress, thrifted and modified spike jacket, Urban Outfitters earrings also modified by me and Aldo shoes.

I shot these practically a year ago and then school started again and I got unbelievably busy.. so here they are. Hopefully in the coming school year I'll be able to find time to keep up with this blog because-

a. I love it
2. It's fun
III. It's not that hard!

Stay cool,

S

Happy Birthday America

2010-07-05T09:50:00.000-07:00

Happy 4th of July!
Vintage bracelet and Silly Bandz.. I think they're the coolest thing since sliced bread. I even have a unicorn
Thrifted slip shirt and dress pants, Dolce Vita shoes
Scarf from Nepal
All photos by Harvey Wang

I wore this outfit to the commencement dinner in Specualtor. It's so simple and light weight, but still elegant and sexy. Switching gears to this east coast humidity is tough after being spoiled by the dry heat of LA, but I'm getting it. It's good not to stay comfortable for too long- that way you don't get lazy.

I hope all you US readers had a fabulous time celebrating America's independence.

Stay free!

S

The Adirondacks

2010-07-03T11:53:00.000-07:00

Photo credit: Harvey Wang

Hanes beater, waist sincher from Trashy Lingerie, American Apparel, leggings F21 multi-strap shoes, earrings and gold spike bracelet.

Hello from the Adirondacks! This is practically the outfit I wore for my birthday dinner back in LA at Comme Ca (get the beef bourguignon). I got this waist sincher the day before and it was the only one that properly fit, but i'm not complaining. Now i'm on the hunt for a black one which will be a lot more versatile for my wardrobe. Eventually i want all the colors of the rainbow and more.

Our cabin is on Lake Scanaga and it's so beautiful, sunny and nice. There are 20 people between the three houses on the property. My dad's friend always hosts a bunch of people every year for the 4th of July and it's really a nice tradition. I came just to get away from the city, but it turns out there are a lot of cool people here. I'll have to come back next year with the boy!

S

Creations

2010-06-30T11:15:00.000-07:00

The other day I found a few t-shirts in the neighborhood and today I modified them to make a cropish drapey shirt and a sack dress. I love!

I love love love shopping on the street. And by that i mean collecting clothes that people leave in bags or on their fences on the streets of NY.. I love coming home for the summer because I get to do this every day as i go from here to there..

Any suggestions on the first shirt? I feel like not finished yet..

S

Contagia

2010-06-29T19:27:00.000-07:00

While I was poking around my computer I found some inspiration folders from last summer...

I did a shoot the other day in the Bronx, can't wait to get the hi res shots to post!

Check out this blog. Pretty, pretty, pretty, good.

S

It's not east being this fabulous

2010-06-25T08:32:00.000-07:00

yes, that's a chandelier on her head.

and yes, those are YSL pumps on her bicycling feet

my apologies if the fabulousity of this entry was troublesome for your internet device..but she's too irresistable to not post. i actually can't believe it's taken me this long to get around to it. Did i mention that this creature is 74 years old? yeah, it makes me excited to get older and to continue to ripen. i hope you enjoy the amazingness that is Catherine Baba!

S

You can get with this or you can get with

2010-06-23T12:50:00.000-07:00

a little bit of me lately... a full official report coming soon

♥ S

Rhinestones all in they face

2010-06-13T10:58:00.000-07:00

There was a time in my life, not too long ago, that i was a nails girl..yeah that's right. I can't get the Brooklyn outta me, even 3,000 miles away. It started out small..I used to get french tips but just mix and match the colors and borders and stuff. Then I moved out to LA and discovered CT Nails on Santa Monica.

CT Nails has the most amazing stencils and in my opinion they can do anything humanly possible concerning ones claws..(when I was a camp counselor, one of my wee ones once asked me so genuinely 'why do you have claws?')

But no one reigns over the fly-ass nail kingdom like Kid Sister

S

Festival Collection

2010-06-13T10:34:00.000-07:00

Have you been to Daniel Footwear?

I just recently discovered this shop and I must say, it's a new fantasy shopping favorite. They just got DKNY's new Summer/Festival collection in and it looks ridiculously appealing. I can really see that the shoes were designed especially for the music festivals and beaches. They look super comfy and super cute.

But this is only a taste, check out the rest at their site! They have Westwood shoes that are to die for along with a lot more that is as equally die-worthy. You can find these designer footwear ESSENTIALS in the women's shoes section via authorized DKNY online retailer Daniel footwear. Check out the accessories too, they're fab!

S

2010-04-28T19:13:00.000-07:00

Had a lovely photo shoot today with Mike Lee.

2010-04-14T08:20:00.000-07:00

Nicki Minaj- Massive Attack

Baby You Mine

2010-03-06T20:35:00.000-08:00

This Chick Bad

2010-02-24T16:16:00.000-08:00

My Chick Bad- Ludacris ft. Nicki Minaj

Shoulda Pudda Ring On It

2010-02-14T20:12:00.000-08:00

2010-02-14T16:26:00.000-08:00

2010-02-13T08:49:00.000-08:00

Hey! Check out this Valentines Mix I made!!! (downloads are linked)

1. Don’t Go Breaking My Heart- Old Dirty Bastard Ft Macy Gray

2. I Held Her in My Arms- Violent Femmes

3. Emily Kane- Art Brut

4. El Besto I Ever Had- The Hood Internet (Weezer vs Drake)

5. Pussy Money Weed- Lil Wayne

6. Me and U- K-Swift

7. By Your Side- CocoRosie

8. Blue Skies- Josephine Baker

9. Home- Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros

10. Foxes Mate for Life- Born Ruffians

11. Four Left Feet- The Ditty Bops

12. Being Around- Sophie Madeleine

13. Sweet Darlin’- She and Him

14. Jungle Drum- Emiliana Torrini

15. Under the Moon of Love- Curtis Lee

16. My Love is- Diana Krail

17. Feeling Good- Nina Simone

18. Someone to Watch Over Me- Ella Fitzgerald

19. Do You Wanna Dance- The Mamas & Papas

2010-02-13T08:06:00.000-08:00

Watched an awesome movie. Postcards from the Edge.
Starring Meryl Streep, as a drug addicted actress,
and Shirley MacLaine, as her acholic mother.
Basically it was brilliant. Based on Carrie Fisher's (i.e. Princess Leia) life. It was released in 1990, so it's filled with excellent denim jackets, cowboys boots, leather, etc.
and Dennis Quaid is in it.
Of course Shirley sings.
Oh, but so does Meryl!

Perfect

Under The Rotten Fruit

2010-02-11T12:50:00.000-08:00

"why people ignore the ugly things in life but within this they are missing the beauty that lies under the rotten fruit!!!!!!!!!!!!"
-via Alexander McQueen's twitter, Feb 1st.

Rude Boy

2010-02-11T09:19:00.000-08:00

Official Video

2010-02-10T18:14:00.000-08:00

Close Your Mind, Spacemate

2010-02-08T09:42:00.000-08:00

Les Maitres du temps