August 28, 2009

princess lolly

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source: the fashion spot

Over the years while perusing my monthly magazines I have come to cherish those, some would say pesky, ads that fill up the magazine. I almost love the ads as much as I love the editorial content. Many brands and designers begin to form styles with their ads that change ever so slightly each season while still remaining true to the overall message of the brand. The ads become a series that I look forward to the return of each fall and spring. I regularly follow Dolce and Gabbana, Marc Jacobs, Nina Ricci, Gucci, Juicy Couture and more.

Now Juicy Couture may seem an odd addition to that list of high flyers, but really I feel the above images say it all. I have never been a real buyer of the Juicy Couture brand, of course I went through that stage where I wanted the velour sweatpants with 'juicy' on the ass, but I thankfully grew out of that. Despite not being a Juicy wearer, Juicy Couture still manages to attract me every season with their ads. They always use the stunning Lisa Cant, which seems like it could get boring, however it never does. They stick to a formula, preppy, bright, happy, with a tinge of darkness. Whether it be some tattooed boys decked out in millions of Juicy chains, or darker tones in the palette. I like their consistency and their playfulness. And it does make me want to check out an actual Juicy Couture store each season. Those stripey tights? The fur coats? Maybe Juicy is more than velour.



August 24, 2009

August 18, 2009

Vagabonds & Urchins

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Late last night I suddenly felt the urge to play dress up. I think these looks go along with Marc Jacobs' Fall 06 collection. A little bit grunge, a little bit hobo, a little bit luxe Russian princess.

I'm sporting my brand-spankin'-new beanie and army green cargo jacket too. They complete my life.


outfit #1:
leopard body con dress and jean vest-Thrifted; beanie-BDG; socks-Nike; silver ballet flats-London Sole; jewelry-Assorted vintage, Forever 21 and my Grandmother's

outfit #2:
lace dress-Thrifted; pink fur vest-Topshop; peep-toe lace up booties-Jeffrey Campbell; beanie-BDG; green cargo jacket-Gap; silver chainmail purse-Grandmother's; same jewelry

outfit #3:
silver shift dress-Lux; pink tweed jacket-Grandmother's; black knit sweater-Topshop; socks-Nike; turquoise satin pumps-Nine West; gold necklaces-Thrifted and Grandmother's


August 17, 2009

oh reckless abandon like no one's watching you

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My flying hair kind of reminded me of the flutter of the butterfly's wings. I love butterflies. They are just lovely.

Speaking of lovely. I finally saw (500) Days of Summer. Joseph Gordon Levitt was just the right actor to portray a lovesick greeting card writer. And Zooey Deschanel IS Summer. It was a major hit in my book. The soundtrack is really incredible too, I just got it on my itunes and have been listening to it nonstop. An added bonus in the movie is both Zooey Deschanel and JGL singing karaoke. Zooey Deschanel has a beautiful voice.

The earlier part of my day was spent shopping for some fall clothing essentials for Florence. I hit up Gap and Urban Outfitters and purchased some really great pieces! I will most definitely post in the next few days. :)



August 13, 2009

shudder shock of pale






























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