Archive for May 2014

Models Ryan Burns and Aline Nakashima's True Romance editorial feature in the December 2011/January 2012 issue of Details magazine. Photographed by John Balsom. Styled by Paul Stura. source: models.com

On the left is Rocio of la percha, and on the right is Carla of The fashion through my eyes. For this look both ladies chose to style their long floral dress over blue jeans, with small shoulder bags and ankle boots to complete their outfits. Now... how do I get my hands on a long floral dress so I can style it similarly.

There is NO Secret Here!

photo credit: Prisca E.

My very own pen

Bite My Heath Bar!

Photo credit: Beatrice Heath/Trinity Imaging

Butterfly Loves Snapdragons

Actress Freida Pinto wearing an Oscar de la Renta gown at the premiere of "The Homesman" during the 67th Annual Cannes Film Festival on May 18, 2014 in Cannes, France. photos: Reuters. spotted at The Indian Express

The fashion through my eyes

plus size professional work office outfit

I wanted to create a professional look that isn't meant for a professional environment, hence the reason I paired this Joie blouse (similar Michael Kors top), and T by Alexander Wang skirt (similar A.W. skirt, similar I.N.C. skirt) with these strappy Jason Wu pumps instead of an uncomplicated pair of black slingbacks. The Angela & Roi tote can work for both professional and social settings and this outfit (although not entirely appropriate) can actually work in both as well.

Aien J. | lookbook

"An educated girl will become a woman who tips the balance from poverty to progress."

Strong, intelligent, brave, and compassionate women like Queen Rania of Jordan are making a huge difference in our world today. Even though as we carry on presently we may not all be aware of the changes that are taking place, years from now on an international level when everyone begins to take notice of the shift in our world regarding the way we treat and view each other, the way that we communicate, and the level of knowledge that exists among our future generations we'll realize the hard work, dedication, and the years of activism that women like Queen Rania spent mobilizing advocacy groups, creating campaigns, and joining forces with organizations and social change leaders to create a more tolerant and educated world.

I remember as a little girl my mother telling me that my bag and my shoes should always match, and it's a style 'rule' that has always stayed with me. I still follow it to this day, you can probably tell when you look at my outfit ideas. I included vivid shoe colours to show that the less conventional choices look just as amazing as the often worn neutrals.
Photos clockwise from top-left: chictopia: venkavision, Frickys, MarisaNoelle, joannaladrido

Gold Emeh

Models Dudley O'Shaughnessy and Ashley Moore by photographer Aris Jerome. Source Aris Jerome | tumblr

Tupac was the first guy that I thought pulled this look off really well, but I've come across a lot of men with nose piercings since and its really grown on me. If you are a guy and you're contemplating getting your nose pierced, think about the reasons for wanting to go through with it. If you want to get it done to get people's attention. Then their opinions of you (kind and unkind) will affect the way you view yourself with your piercing. If you want to get your nose pierced for your own personal reasons. Then what anyone else thinks should not matter one bit, because you're doing it for you and not for them. So, if you're set on getting your nose pierced. Then go for it! You can always take the ring out in a couple weeks/months if you no longer love it.

For a little inspiration, take a look at these guys nose piercings:

SBWNR | tumblr

FY, BWNR! | tumblr

photos: Tupac - Chi Modu/diverseimages/Getty, Chris Brown & Lil Scrappy images via Instagram, Travis Barker - Getty, Lenny Kravitz - Time Life Pictures/DMI/Getty, Niall Underwood photographed by Jeff Boudreau, Jake Cooper photographed by Cecilie Harris for Boys by Girls, Samuel Larsen - Getty

Sizzle. Sizzle. Sizzle. I love that both ladies picked a black accessory to break up their monochrome look, Tram chose a black bag, and Thuy chose black pumps. photos: lookbook; thuybee, tramkoogal

This style is another 90's trend that I like. I don't know if I would wear it myself but I do know that R&B icon Aaliyah (middle) looked sexy, and feminine even when she was decked out in her tomboy gear, supermodel Joan Smalls looks dope with the waistband of her Versace briefs exposed, and pop superstar Rihanna lived up to her trendsetter title while cleverly promoting her business partnership with Puma with the brand's navy blue briefs. These ladies pull off this look pretty well. So girls, would you expose the waistband of your underwear/briefs as part of your public style? photos: Getty, BEImages/Alex J. Berliner

Dia's Ideas
photo credit: Lalo Torres

Stella's Wardrobe

Butterfly Loves Snapdragons

Jade Rose Blog.

Model Liu Wen wearing a Zac Posen gown en route to the MET Gala. New York City, May 5, 2014. photo: Phil Oh

WhatSheWore

Photo credit: Jill Franz

WhatSheWore

Photo credit: Jill Franz

I created this outfit for the curvy girls.

There's something about the colours red + pink together. Maybe it's because they're so close on the colour spectrum. I just really love the two together especially when balanced in softer shades. I thought about pairing a black blouse with this mason by michelle mason leather skirt, but didn't really like the contrast between the colours in this outfit. So I decided to stick with this H&M 'rust red' blouse and keep the Mango jewel clutch and Sergio Rossi evening sandals. What do you think?

I created this outfit for the curvy girls.

vintage rose
photo: stef_vintagerose | lookbook

"Passion fights in numbers."

I love her music! I'm proud to say that, yea, because Dawn is an artistic soul and she's a creative force to be reckoned with in the music industry. I remember listening to her solo work after her last group (Diddy - Dirty Money) disbanded when she released her EP Armor On followed by the Goldenheart album and I had the songs from those records on repeat for a long, long time. Her sound is so unique and different but familiar and fresh all at the same time. Dawn's songs are about the struggles she's had to face and the messages that are delivered through them is about being strong and fighting your way through every obstacle life throws in your way. Fight for your happiness, your peace of mind, and for what you deserve. Her songs are about surviving and never, ever giving up. The lyrics are strong and empowering and the words and metaphors take you to a different place where you reflect on your life, who you are, and your journey thus far. When asked what was the thing she wanted people to understand the most about the Goldenheart album she answered "That this is our story.. Alot of people are fighting in life.. I hope after this album they realize. They aren’t alone.. Passion fights in numbers."

This fashion combination has been worn by EVERYBODY. Blue jeans, and a plaid shirt are two basic pieces that everyone has in their closet, and eventually you just gotta put them together. Some lean towards the grunge look, others go for the casual outdoorsy look, or the over sized flannel tomboy look, and some decide to just tie a plaid shirt around their waist :)
Photos clockwise from top-left: Beauty In Insanity, Jen_A | chictopia, Cashmere in Style (F. Nagy Gábor Photography), Aurora Loveless

The Fashion Fraction

Models Sam Rollinson and Ondrey for Elle Ukraine, September 2012. Photographer: Nikolay Biryukov. Photos via Fashion Gone Rogue

To Vogue Or Bust

Gold Emeh

Butterfly Loves Snapdragons

Stella's Wardrobe

Actress Diane Kruger wearing a Hugo Boss dress at the MET Gala in New York City, May 5, 2014. photo: Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty

My very own pen

I wanted to create a look around the pastel trend that's pretty popular right now. So I paired a crop top from Forever 21 with a pair of Blugirl Bluemarine shorts and accessorized with Kurt Geiger's patent pumps and a multicoloured purse from Aldo. I placed the outfit against the pastel background so when you look at this picture, it will appear as if each of the four pieces were delicately formed out of the water colours from the backdrop.

On the left is Brana of Branas Divine World, and on the right is Tia of Four One Oh! photos: braNYaudreY | chictopia, tianicole | lookbook

I need to get myself a red suit, stat!

"An artist's duty, as far as I'm concerned, is to reflect the times.”

The famous story of when twelve year old Nina delayed her performance at a classical recital until her parents were moved back to the front of the audience (they had been sitting in front row seats and were moved to the back of the hall because of the colour of their skin) has been told time and time again, but I never tire of reading about it. Nina Simone was supremely confident, besides knowing that the treatment of her parents at her recital was wrong and unjust, she also knew that she was 'good' enough of a performer and pianist to have enough of a say to demand that her parents were treated as fairly as everyone else. She began playing piano at age three. From the age of six years old she was playing piano accompaniment for church revivals and church sermons. She took private piano lessons to further develop her skills and to help her get into the Curtis Institute after high school — she was rejected by this school, but she was accepted into Julliard School of Music. To fund her private lessons she performed at the Midtown Bar & Grill on Pacific Avenue in Atlantic City, where she sang and played the piano. Her musical style which she called black classical music, is a blend of gospel, pop songs, and classical music balanced with her jazz-like singing.

perforated sweater and skirt winter white outfit silver pumps

I was shopping for a pair of silver pumps the other day and there was this one specific t-strap pair from Aldo that I kept going back to over and over again. I wanted to get it so bad but then I kept thinking "Besides gray monochrome what else can I wear this with?" Eventually I decided not to get it, but judging from these looks I guess I would have styled it with blue, white, and gray. I prefer metallic silver with soft neutral tones apparently. Also, do you all remember Lana Del Rey's blue dress and silver pumps from the National Anthem music video, I loved that look, and will most likely recreate it sometime in the near future. Photos clockwise from top-left: The Fashion Fraction, To Vogue Or Bust, The Daileigh, The Sense