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Photo: telegraph.co.uk
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Photo: fashiongonerogue.com
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5.30.2011
5.29.2011
Nail Art.
Photo: moveslightly.blogspot.com
Photo: jakandjil.com
Photo: thecherryblossomgirl.com
Nail painting -- it is a bit strange that we brush lacquer on the small areas at the tips of our fingers and toes. It is where we put the colors and designs of our liking; our nails are small canvases that can change color or image whenever we decide it is time for something new.
The Ancient Egyptians used nail color to indicate social class. Red was exclusive for the most elite and henna was used to create the color.
In recent times, the Japanese took the concept of nail decorating a bit further.
Photo: tokyofashion.com
Why stop at just using paint for nails when tiny objects can be glued on too? I was first introduced to Japanese nail art by two friends, Brooke and Steph. I'm obsessed.
Photo: S (left) and B (right)
Their go-to salon and the first place I went to get a few sparkly bows on my nails: Salon Cherie.
Thank you, Anri!
Photo: Salon Cherie
Photo: idealsilver.com
Sources: king-tut.org
5.23.2011
Au Naturel.
Photo: fashionbee.onsugar.com
Photo: me
Photo: fashiontoast.com
Photo: intothegloss.com
Photo: me
Photo: theones2watch.com
After a dreadfully cold winter and umpteen cups of hot tea from cafés in the city, I'm finally home in Hawai'i. Here, the sun provides the warmth I expect - mid 80s every single day. I was inspired by the more casual (i.e. au naturel) look on the street and at the beach, and by the 'aloha spirit' that is ever present in this isle of paradise. Think: ease, simplicity, and raw beauty.
Happy summer~
5.08.2011
Extreme Heights.
"You put high heels on and you change." - Manolo Blahnik
Photos: streetfsn.blogspot.com
Photos: fashiontoast.com
Photo: streetfsn.blogspot.com
Photos: Vogue.com
Photo: Jakandjil.com
Photo: media.chanel-news.com
Photos: thesartorialist.blogspot.com
"His shoes are like sculptures, objects, jewels." - Diane Von Furstenberg on friend, Christian Louboutin
As much as I like a good evening heel worn to an evening event, I love any heel worn casually to day-to-day activities. For example, when Louboutin's are paired with a casual ensemble of a skirt and blouse and worn outdoors. Statement shoes can be dressed up or down, but be warned: dressing them down takes a bit more talent and care. Unusual pairings often help. Take a look at the similar outfits in the photo from Vogue.com and from The Sartorialist - leopard heels with a polka-dot dress - it works.
5.07.2011
Feathers.
Photo: Ivring Penn via Vogue.com
Gown: Nina Ricci. Headpiece: Julien D'Ys.
Photos: Jakandjil.com
Anna Dello Russo getting ready for Paris Vogue's Masquerade Ball.
Gown: Pucci. Headpiece: Gareth Pugh. Inspiration: Lady Gaga.
Photo: studiodnasalon.com
False lashes: Shu Uemura
Photo: Vogue.com
Jason Wu Fall 2011
"A feather dress is champagne in dress form: it's bubbly, always festive and just the thing for a big night out." - Glamour.com
Recent discoveries by paleoanthropologists after their study of 44,000-year-old bird bones suggest that Neanderthals who lived in what is now Italy actually wore feathers as fashion accessories. "The Neanderthals from Fumane removed the remiges, which are the longest and most beautiful feathers," paleoanthropologist Peresani said. The bird bones show evidence that the feathers were deliberately cut off by the Neanderthal peoples.
Feather accessories were worn during the Middle Ages as a way to display one's social status. Today, they still can represent wealth but the wider accessibility to feather clothing and accessories has allowed for less classy interpretations of plumage wearing.
Feather boas have been used as fashion accessories since at least 1820 and the popularity of the accessory prompted a boom in international plumage trade during the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries.
Photos: Vogue.com
Chanel Spring 2011
Sources: Queens of Vintage and Discovery News
5.04.2011
5.02.2011
Radiance.
"The Party of the Year."
Tonight was the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute Benefit Gala co-chaired by Vogue's Anna Wintour. Attendees include A-List members from the fashion, film, art, music, and business industries. The Gala has become an extremely successful annual charity event since it was launched in 1948.
This year, the late British designer, Alexander McQueen, is honored for his work in the fashion industry. The exhibition is titled, "Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty."
Orlando Bloom & Miranda Kerr (in Marchesa)
Photo: latimes.com
Ashley Greene (in Donna Karan)
Photo: stylebistro.com
Anna Wintour (in Chanel)
Photo: stylebistro.com
Gisele Bündchen (in Alexander McQueen)
Photo: stylebistro.com
Nicole Richie (in Jason Wu)
Photo: nymag.com
Sarah Jessica Parker (in Alexander McQueen)
Photo: stylebistro.com
Anna Dello Russo (in Alexander McQueen)
Photo: nymag.com
Tonight was the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute Benefit Gala co-chaired by Vogue's Anna Wintour. Attendees include A-List members from the fashion, film, art, music, and business industries. The Gala has become an extremely successful annual charity event since it was launched in 1948.
Photo: Style.com
This year, the late British designer, Alexander McQueen, is honored for his work in the fashion industry. The exhibition is titled, "Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty."
Photo: Vogue.com
Photo: Vogue.com
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