madewell

I can't stop obsessing about Madewell. I realized today, after changing outfits 3 times and finally putting on my typical 'go-to' pieces, that I love Madewell. Thus if you're thinking about Birthday/Christmas presents, I would very much appreciate some Madewell gift cards.



(The image above is from last winter's collection at Madewell)


The other day my mom and I went shopping around Pasadena and made a stop at the Kate Spade store where I came across this awesome hair pin. It was just as adorable in person but then I came across the same little bow on a pair of stud earrings. I was absolutely taken and irresponsibly bought them. I haven't worn them yet but I promise you, as long as I'm doing anything slightly holiday related, I will be sporting them with a giant smile on my face.


Aside from my spending and shopping habits, I must say life is grand.

-I enjoy my part time design job at Twirls and Twigs.
-I very much enjoy meeting with my Garden Community Group.
-I can't wait to feast on a giant Thanksgiving meal with the Wu's followed by a 2nd meal with my own family.
-I can't wait to see what else God has planned for me

Kate Spade

When did I begin to love Kate Spade so much?

I guess it's when I decided that I couldn't deny my love for bows and all things slightly kitschy without being tacky.

Anyway...



I heart bows and I heart Christmas. This is kind of the best of both worlds.

For 45$...it's ridiculous but if I'm having a bad day I just might have to splurge lol

Also another one of my fashion loves is Madewell. I finally found time to go to their Denim Night Out events and it was pretty fun. Free snacks and drinks, a DJ, really helpful sales associates, and great deals.

I want this bicycle...


so pretty.

Rodarte for Target

Rodarte for Target is officially a go and for once I'm going to make an effort to go out to Target to see the small collection.

I got the latest Teen Vogue in the mail today with a very pretty looking Dakota Fanning on the cover. In it, teen blogger Tavi is wearing a piece from the Rodarte for Target collection and through out the magazine are other pieces from the collection. I kind of want a pretty dress for 40$. I just need a place to wear it to.


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In other news, I spent the day in beautiful Ojai, CA on a ranch with the people of Right Bank Babies helping out with the Fall/Winter photoshoot. It was tons of fun, too bad no one has the funds to hire me :/

so cute

Found these shoes at Nordstroms the other day



KATE SPADE


The pictures does not do it justice, it's a little bit more pink and really sparkly.

When did I become such a girl.

prep

How much do I love J.Crew's Spring 2010 collection?






(photos by John Aquino/WWD)

I love it just as much as I love elephants, cuddly dinosaurs, and pop rocks...that means a lot.


I think I'm just meant to keep things clean and slightly preppy.


***in other news***

I've been working part-time with Twirls and Twigs for the last 3 weeks. The drive can be annoying and things can get crazy busy but I'm really starting to be content with the typical LA rush hour traffic, and enjoy the crazy. I work well under pressure... I think I kind of thrive off of it. We'll see where this takes me.

Also, I've been helping out with Harvest Festival preparations at The Garden. I've realized how much I missed being involved in the church community and I'm so glad to finally be a part of such a great one. I also can't wait to wear my dino-girl costume all night (:

(this is my attempt to restart my blog)

It's the end of August and I'm still in LA

(: So Ugil starts his last semester at CSUN today and last night it came to our attention that while he starts classes again, I'm STILL in LA. It's kind of a big milestone for us being that for the last 4 years, I would fly away to NY this time of year.




As for me, I still don't have a job. I've worked little jobs (short internships, freelancing) but nothing permanent. I get really frustrated but I'm trying very hard not to get too discouraged.