Inspiration Post (Pictures and Eye Candy ;)

It's been a month and a day since I last posted. Life (school) has been crazy but I missed blogging. I have so many posts I need to do :O

I've been meaning to do an inspiration post since I keep an inspiration folder on my hard drive with pictures that I like. It definitely helps to browse through those before shopping or getting dressed or doing your hair or sometimes just for fun. It's definitely something I encourage whether you're into how you dress or not. Everyone has stuff that they like and that inspires them so it's nice. Btw, I got the idea from one of the bloggers featured in Forever21's magazine, though she had an inspiration wall not a folder :P

It makes sense to start with Allsaints Spitalfields SS11 Lookbook... (Pics from AllSaints Spitalfields US Website)

This lookbook is probably my favorite lookbook since I started taking a serious interest in fashion. When I looked at this picture I had exactly one thought: Me (before I did my hair experiment, lol jk).

(If the picture's too small, leave me a message in the comments and I'll split it and upload a bigger one)

From left to right:
First outfit: this is basically what I like to look like in the summer... and sometimes in the winter if I can get away with it. I have something against sleeves. The last time I shopped I made a conscious effort to buy things with sleeves so that when the occasion arises where I must wear sleeves, I'll have more options. But yeah, I like tops without sleeves but I'm more into tanks like this rather than strappy stuff. I also like shorts with a looser somewhat longer fit like the ones in this pic.

2nd: There are too many days when this is what I want to wear. T-shirt, belt, jeans. And it works, though then I can't skimp on my workout. I don't like this look when I'm in my non-workout body. I have other looks for that :P

3rd: Combination of elements of 1 and 2 but enter my fondness for layering cardigans, sweaters, jackets, vests over tops. Okay, this model is making me miss my previous haircut. Not good!

4th: She's wearing long sleeves. But ok, I love boots. I'm of the opinion that boots can be worn all-year round.

5th: Rather than being repetitive: the Jacket

6th: Does it make more sense why I posted this one separately? It's basically a combination of the things I liked about the other ones (minus the shorts ;)

7th: I have yet to buy my slouchy lace-up boots but it's definitely on my list. I like longer tops like this one too.

The next set of pictures I might have posted first since this is where my fashion love began but I figured I'd pinpoint my style first.

2NE1. My fashion love started when I encountered 2NE1. I haven't been in love with some of their looks lately but overall I still like them; they're still fashionable, fun, and unique. (Pics from Park Sundara's Me2day, Allkpop, Some magazine?, Eiffel in Seoul)

If you've seen my twitter profile, the 1st picture in the 2nd row has been my background since I started the twitter account. So it's obvious I like that picture :) I've decided to let the pictures do the talking since this is an inspiration post and I wrote a lot for the Allsaints pictures. I'll make little notes here and there.

1st row, 1st picture on the left (lol): Ponytails and studs, two favorites of mine. I specifically like a somewhat wavy ponytail like that. Narcissism, I know but I didn't always have one so I let myself off the hook. I also like baseball caps. They're cute and barely ever come in my size. Then again, I don't wear hats. Well you never know, I might decide one day to walk around my house wearing a hat :P

1st row, 2nd picture on the right: My ideal outfit, and I'd like to note my adoration for asymmetrical jackets. Major love. Also for Park Sundara. I almost always love what she does (gets done) to her hair. I also like CL's shades but I didn't have any strong feelings about the rest of the outfit that's why she sort of half in the picture half out.

2nd row, 1st picture on the left: Another age-old adoration of mine: ruffle-front/tuxedo shirts. And yet I have yet to buy one. I never find one I like in stores!

3rd row: Another perfect outfit, LOVE the lace jacket

Pics from Eiffel in Seoul (Most likely) and Marie Claire

Just pairing a top with jeans properly can make a simple outfit a showstopper. Just don't stop any shows in NYC because people will be mad ;P I also like the choice of orange pumps in the 2nd pic on the right.

Pic from Marie Claire:

I love Chanel Iman, she always looks cute :) I think she's wearing tights in this picture though which is something I truly do not recommend even if she looks very nice.

Pic from Lulu's

I'm unsure what I think about the individual pieces but I really like the warmth yet brightness of the look.

Pics from Allkpop

I really did not like the way the girls were styled in this photoshoot. Hence why there's only one here and it's because I like her shoes and the rest of her outfit isn't terrible. Is tucking polos into poofy skirts the only way to make a girl look like she's in a band? And random tights and questionable footwear... heesht. There was one that was okay but they had her wearing a random pink shirt so it just wasn't interesting.

1st row, left: Awesome blazer

1st row, right: Alexander's outfit is perfect, especially the boots and the varsity-style cardigan. Hyung-Shik is working the leather pants which is something I cannot say about most people.

Middle: Again, the boots. I also like how the socks are pulled up over the sneakers on the girl (whose name I forget... actually I don't know anyone's name in this picture, lol)

2nd row, left: rolled-up jeans, mismatched socks, oxfords, I think yes :D

Pic from Marie Claire

I really like this era in fashion but I can never identify which era it is. Help me out in the comments section?

Pic from Karmaloop

This is the perfect look for the LBD. It's not a plain LBD, but its detail is simple yet very chic. I would replace the peep-toes because I'm not a fan of peep-toe. I like her hair. If I can ever convince myself to stop trimming my hair every month, I think I'll go back to that length. I think I'll get there. If I don't, moms might just kill me. "I know you don't have magic non-growing hair!" Darn it, moms, I was really hoping that'd work on you... ;P

Pic from Fashionising

Those boots... I've been eyeing a pair like those since I saw this picture... which was long time ago, lol

Pic from Puma

Two words: Me + summer. I'm still mad at Puma for being out of stock by the time I brought my credit card to buy both of these -_-

Pic from Marie Claire

Too bad Allsaints is usually not within my budget. I'd probably shop exclusively there (okay, now I miss my hair again T_T).

Pic from Marie Claire

I'm now remembering an anti-harem pant tweet I wrote earlier this month. It still stands ;) Remember, these are inspiration pics.

OK, this post took forever (2 hours). Enjoy :)

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