Winter 2011: Sweaters & Shoes

So one day recently I realized, hey, I'm running out of room in my closet because of...

...shoes.

You know, in all honestly I have no idea how that happened. I think this semester I've just been buying shoes more. The only explanation I can think of is the fact that I revamped my wardrobe back in September so I was less inclined to shop for clothes. That leaves only one option, right?

Not quite. We have shoes, and then we have jackets and sweaters and such. Also, lately I've been needing blazers, work wear, etc.

Picks and Pics ;)

H&M Cardigan - $24.95
This sweater (cardigan, apparently?) immediately reminds me of a fireplace. My sister's fireplace to be specific. Cozy.

Blowfish Hat Field Boot - $29.94

The funny thing about these is that I nearly bought them. I went to DSW to buy depression shoes (retail therapy) and these were on clearance for some amazing price that I don't recall. But at the checkout we found that one was a half size bigger so it didn't happen. I may still keep an eye out for them though.

Mossimo Supply Co. Juniors Long Sleeve Sweater - $17.99

These look a lot better in person, trust me, I've been eyeing them for a bit now. For some reason the colors are unappealing on Target's website.

Wild Diva Women's Berry-01 Flat - $40.50

That little bit of ankle makes all the difference. I like the standard versions of these but I've always preferred the ankle boot version.

Mossimo Supply Co. Juniors Varsity Cardigan - $12.48

This one's been on my list for a while, before the varsity thing got really popular actually. Then I saw too much of it and I lost my taste for it though I still meant to get one of these.

Aldo Flomace - $60

When I got my last Aldo kicks from their Thanksgiving Sale, I was torn between three pairs of sneakers. These were one of them, the black version was one of the other. These would definitely be number 2 after the ones I got.

Until next time ;)

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Lace-ups

Something I always seem to have room (not physical) for in my closet is lace-ups. Maybe I should do a series on stuff that I buy multiples of but that may overlap with my essentials series. We'll see.

Flat Lace-up Ankle Boot - $49.90
This is a basic oxford style lace-up so I'm not sure if you want to pay Zara $50 for them but I do like the color and shape.

Roxy Castaway Shoe - $35.20
I like these for two reasons. 1. They're army green. 2. They remind me of a pair of Ash shoes that I can't afford :(

Ladies Ribbed Collar Boots - £16.00
Haha, special offer, eh? Been looking for heeled lace-ups and fold-over boots so this is sort of the lovechild of my two searches. Not sure what I think about the ribbed part.

Vans Rata Vulc Shoe - $40
Love the color, I'd totally wear them if they came in my size but they're made for dudes ;)

Into the Night Boot - $49.99
:O these will probably always have a place in my heart. I think I like almost every variation of this lace-up. To me it's the boot equivalent of Converse/Canvas sneakers. They make every outfit cute (but don't get crazy ;)

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Can you ever have enough boots?

No, you can't. Unless you run out of space. Or you can't remember that you have some of them.

So I decided I'd do wardrobe essentials as a weekly series. So since I've done one this week, I'm going to share some of my latest boot obsessions instead.

This is totally random but I'm in a very odd mood, a mixture of exhaustion, drowsiness, and disorientation and I totally took it out on my manicure. I gave myself the sloppiest manicure and somehow it came out halfway decent though I should probably redo that thumb. I also blow-dried my hair after ages this morning and it has grown so a lot of my bangs are now in my ponytail which leaves these irritating pieces to hang around my face and get on my nerves. I suppose it doesn't help that it's straighter after blow-drying.

To the post!

Caleigh Boot - $44.90
This is exactly the hole I'm looking to fill in my shoe collection at the moment. Combat/lace-up with a chunky heel. SHOELOVE

Wild Diva CHARLEE-03 Zipper Detail Ankle Boots - $13.20
That's right, I'm not just any diva, I'm a wild one. As if diva's aren't enough drama. Wild is not necessary. I really am in an odd mood :/ I like ankle boots, zippers, fold-over detailing, and lace-ups so this is pretty perfect. I do sort of wish it wasn't stiletto. I think a thicker heel would work better.

DE BLOSSOM Luxe Rugged Womens Boots - $34.99
Noticing a trend? Maybe I shouldn't post while I'm looking to fill a void in my closet o_O They weren't kidding about rugged, though. Yes, ma'am.

ALDO Chupka - $59.98
Who is responsible for naming these products o_O? This one's on clearance apparently. Not sure what kind of clearance that is. To me, clearance is twenty bux and below. Okay, I should not post when in weird moods :O I haven't considered pointy toe for boots but these are pretty haute O_^

Exposed-zip Lace Up Boot - $50
Well these are a classic. They look pretty cozy actually. Either that or I'm sleepy.

Till less sleep-deprived times!

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Stealth Phone Fashion Photography (And some non-Stealth as well ;P)

So I don't have much on my phone in terms of stealth Fashion photography but I figured I'd dump what I do have here. I need to work on my stealth skills.

The owner of these shoes had a pretty awesome outfit in general but I'd have to be way more obvious to photograph the whole thing and I didn't want to ask the guy I'm sitting across from on the subway if I can take a picture of him for my blog. Awkward. I really liked the worn look of these shoes.

Oh wow, these pics are pretty bad quality but hey, it's a more personal effect. Coming from my phone and all... okay bad excuse. I'm sorry but if I take them on my phone it's less obvious. If I pull out my teal camera case with its golden chain and slide open the lens of my Fuji then yeah it's fairly obvious what I'm up to. This was taken in Duane Reade when Best Friend and I were sitting in the pharmacy being tired. Cute boots; you can never have enough of them.

Yay! Less shady picture. I was in the library with Friend and I discovered that they carry magazines like Harper's Bazaar and Dazed and Confused. Go BPL! These are a pair from Rupert Sanderson's Spring 2011 collection and they are FA FA FIERCE. Nick Kirkwood-esque but a different family ;P I love the navy and the thunderbolt design.

Oh so this is quite interesting. I was admiring how cute the expression the model has on his face is (awkward sentence structure here..) and lo and behold, a week (or so) later I go to NYCAASC (pronounced Nysack :P). I was in the Asians in Fashion Workshop and Jake Choi was talking about his friend getting the Uniqlo ad campaign and I'm all, whoa, that was his friend? Interesting, eh? Okay, well I found it interesting. This picture sucks though... Maybe I'll post originals of this and the Rupert Sanderson heels.

But not in this post since this is a Phone dump post.

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Outfit Post

This is not inspired by anything except me and my eternal love for dark colors (black), pewter, chrome, and crystal. And heels.

Piece by piece breakdown:

ASOS Long Metal Spike Earrings - $10.76

The Caged Songbird Necklace in Antique Silver by Obey - $32.95

ASOS Pleated High Neck Batwing Top - $28.69

Volcom Kitty Claw Shoulder Bag - $46

The Black Queen ID Bracelet by Harajuku Lovers - $30

The Crystal Cluster Cocktail Ring by Betsey Johnson - $34.95

The Crystal Cocktail Ring in Clear by Betsey Johnson - $40.95

Navy Chino Short - £28.00

Michael Antonio Studio Mercer Black Triple Wedge Ankle Boots - $88 

 Enjoy :)

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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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Lulu's: My new favorite E-store

So... I was continuing that many year old search for the perfect pumps on polyvore (<3) and I happened upon Lulu's. OMG.

Mixx Fiona 01 Black Kid Suede Satin Bow Backs Pumps - $36
I bought these. They arrived wrapped in pretty Lulu's tape and tissue paper. The box is currently under my couch until I reorganize my closet. But they are WONDERFUL. And have a four inch heel. Don't worry, I'm still figuring that part out.

Go Max Ashland 13 Natural Patent Pumps - $31
Next on the shopping list. This is the shape I wanted in black for my perfect pair of pumps but they only have natural and a gray color. I think there's a pastel green too. But I like the shape of the ones I got in black. These are sweet in natural so it all works out.

Go-To Glitter Grey Blazer - $82
I can definitely get behind this. It has a sophisticated cut but the "crystal appliqués" on the lapels make it versatile.

Chocolate Macadamia Nut White and Brown Dress - $45
I love this dress. It's cutesy but sleek. And as the name may suggest, it really does remind me of food. But more of coffee shops than anything else. I really like the hint of brown that the site describes as "cap sleeves". Not sure about that but very cute.

Swing, Swing, Swing Pleated Grey Skirt - $24
I had wanted a skirt like this back in high school. I like this cut better than the one I had tried on then though. In junior high, my friends and I would have called it a "swishy skirt".

Ravishing Roamer Camel Backpack - $43
Don't worry, it's vegan friendly. I've been fond of these kinds of colors for a while but I didn't grow the guts to wear them until that weekend after Christmas when I went to Jersey Gardens with my family. Actually, I probably grew the guts sometime earlier last year and just didn't happen upon the right bag :D But I'm going to do a (WAY TOO MUCH) Shopping post later in which I'll elaborate. But the color plus the bucket shape makes me all kinds of happy. It's not a backpack though you can wear it as one, and it's not a tote though you can wear it as one, but what it is, is awesome. I can just imagine rummaging through it for something that naturally traveled to the bottom. It may seem crazy but that makes me so happy. To me, the clothes that you like because of the way they make you feel are the best.

Carousel Belle Strapless Black Dress - $78
It's interesting that they have the model's hair in a ballerina bun since that's the vibe I get from the dress. I love dresses like this. The tulle skirt is high and full. It's a very dainty effect.

Side of Sly Grey Skirt - $22
I'm a sucker for asymmetrical. And skirts like this make your legs look cute.

 

Qupid Raggae 01 Buckled Motorcycle Mid Calf Boots - $49
The link is for the brown though they have both. I like the use of thick buckles in place of the typical laces.

 

Qupid Politic 109 Taupe Suede Two Tone Laced Booties - $36
A little Victorian, a lot of cute. I can't escape suede. I was trying to stay away from suede because it gets wrecked but Lulu's brought me back. Well... it's not like I'd be wearing the pumps in the rain and snow.
More awaits!

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