Fashion never sleeps

So before I head of to bed to cure my headache. I need to release some thoughts out of my mind in preparation for more. Firstly....



Yesterday at school, we had Jack and Lazaro from Proenza Schouler, alums of Parsons, come in to discuss their brand and the years of hard work which led to the development of the label. Dean Collins moderated the conversation. They gave some good advice about how important it is staying true to who they are as designers and having a unique perspective on design. It was also interesting to hear how they work together as a team and join their two worlds together to create one. The entire event was somewhat of a reality check. Everything is here and now. It all happens in real time. There was a question about how or where the duo draw their inspiration, Lazaro answered that inspiration is not something which is forced, it comes to you by you living your life and absorbing a collection of images, moods and feelings around. He gave an example of how he might see a car in a specific shade of red and then days later see a girl wearing a hat and then recoloring the hat in the red of the car. The subconscious mind is being addressed. It is interesting how we work as human beings in relation to the world around us.

Speaking of inspiration, I keep a folder of images of things that inspire me. Each day I'm will upload 3 images. Just coz I like the number 3 and it's suppose to be my number.

I love Devon Aoki, she's beautiful. Here she is at the Alexander Wang/Milk Studios party this past Septemer. I love her outfit. Red is hot this season! Check out that embossed leather bag she has on too! [style.com]

Here's a pic of Twiggy I really love.[flickr@littleredglass]
This is a spread from Vogue China for December 2008 I believe. I loved the colors and the fact it's all Chinese models. China pride!

Off to Bed! =]

Underneath it All

So for once I have some spare time to blog! =] I managed to finish my project for concept class two hours ahead of time.

Sonia Rykiel Spring RTW 08

Sonia Rykiel and H&M are doing a collaboration!!! And it's for lingerie! The collection will be on sale in December and the collection will be launched at the Grand Palais!! I'm excited to see the collection and the campaign! Hopefully pictures will be released soon.

I want some more cute bras which can be worn as tops as well. Recently I brought a bustier/bra in a soft pink from H&M, It has a sort of ribbon corset detail in the front. I haven't worn it yet but it'll be really cute in a sheer top or deep V sweater.

As I am broke right now from over spending. I can only dream of what to buy.



Tory Burch sweater vest, La Perla Fringe Bra, Maje trousers, Erickson Beamon Necklace, 80s purple Pointed Shades, Dolce Vita Boots

Thigh-high Boots

I'm currently obsessed with Thigh-high boots/ over the knee boots. I can't wait til Fall rolls around and they become affordable. My fav pair off the runway are the ones at Chloe. In fact I think all the boots from Chloe Fall 09 is all very desirable. Thigh-highs are a great way to keep some of summer's pieces in your Fall closet when the weather becomes cool. I would definitely rock them with a tweed pair of shorts, similar to these from Rebecca Taylor.

time to take out the summer clothes again

So this is gona be my first post of what i wear. This particular photo was from back in October the day of Yelle's(if you dont know who she is, you should check her out) concert in Webster Hall. I thought it was a cute outfit =P

-Knit Vest, Forever 21
-Stripes tank, Beijing Wholesale Market
-Necklace, Beijing Wholesale Market
-White purse, Hong Kong

Chikalicious Puddin'

So one random night, I had a sudden crave for desserts. Fortunately enough, around St. Marks, there are a ton of nice lil dessert places. In the second edition of Indian Vogue, I came across an article about Japanese dessert eateries. One of them was Chikalicious, which turned out to be a petite lil dessert restaurant on 10th Street. After reading many reviews, I discovered that across from it, the same owners opened another dessert store, Chikalicious Puddin', where Puddings were the main focus. The store is a tiny boutique where an nice Indian man takes your order.

Since, my roommate and I previously purchased a few cakes from Blackhound. We settled on shortbread cookies instead. They were lemon poppy seed shortbread cookies, they came in a tiny box (above). Priced at $10, but I was curious, after reading the reviews, so we got them. The cookies were good. Worth the money? I don't know. I've yet to try the puddings though.

Sabon

To start off, my first official post will be about SABON.

Sabon is this awesomelicious body care store. Lotions, Bath/Shower Gels,Scrubs,Candles, Soaps, Facial Care Products, Body Oils...etc. The best part of this store, is when you go in they have a stone basin at the back of the store, where you can try out their products, usually a scrub and then a lotion. That's one sole reason why I love going into that store, every single time that I leave, I leave with AMAZZZZINGLY soft and smooth hands! =]

Their products are all natural and made in Israel. And they don't test on animals. Buying their products make me happy. And they come in the really nice scents. I'm currently using their mud mask (minerals from the Dead Sea), Carrot Body Lotion and Lavender Apple Salt Scrub. Do yourself a favor and check them out!