Style by the People

Dictator Chic

2011-03-03T00:38:00.002-05:00

Despite Mubarak's notoriety, I gotta say that he's got a sense in style and an eye for detail.

personalization to a whole new level . . .

courtesy of www.styleite.com

habillees pour l'ete

2010-12-06T03:27:00.001-05:00

"habillees pour l'ete" by the Sundance Channel

this is only the first part (out of the six... if you want to watch more go to sundancechannel.com)

xoxo

If only . . . Marios Schwab

2010-10-20T06:09:00.008-04:00

Recently, I have been completely head-over-heels for this quilted, goose-down parka by Marios Schwab. I first laid eyes on these when I went to Saks Fifth Avenue in New York last weekend. It was so royally but nonchalantly displayed on a hanger that it caught my attention among all the flat shirts and heavy wool coats. The structure, volume, and the line of this coat is simply divine-- from the off-shoulder neckline to the flare at the bottom. Can I say, "fashionably orgasmic"?

VERY avant-garde which I ADORE.

If only . . . if only I could drop $2,000 on this beauty.

Maybe I'll just wear you in my dreams :) perfection.

photo: courtesy of Net-A-Porter

Karl Lagerfeld & Vanessa Paradis: Andy Warhol & Edie Sedgwick

2010-06-01T18:37:00.006-04:00

Karl Lagerfeld as Andy Warhol & Vanessa Paradis as Edie Sedgwick in Madame Figaro
Mr. Lagerfeld looking fabulous as always!
love, love

::courtesy::
Madame Figaro

"Remember Now"

2010-05-26T22:01:00.003-04:00

Short film by Karl Lagerfeld :)
love, love, love xoxo

Andre, Andre, our Andre

2010-05-22T02:00:00.002-04:00

"Where's Whoopi? Ya'll gotta get her outta there! Run!"
love you Andre Leon Talley.
I hope to share long conversations with you in the future over good food and drinks.
s o m e d a y s o o n
gotta check out Sugar Bar when I visit nyc again. looks like they have some good, live music.
=)

r a n d o m s from the past

2010-05-20T17:30:00.015-04:00

S h i n M i n a h f o r A l l u r e K o r e a

loving her perfectly round glasses and pants

the shoes ! his shoes !

crazy, gorgeous hair

precious oldies

::courtesy::
Allure Korea
Cracker Your Wardrobe (http://thecracker.co.kr/)
Vogue Korea

Designer Watch: Dion Lee

2010-05-07T23:11:00.024-04:00

Australian fashion designer, Dion Lee showcased his RTW Spring/Summer 2010-2011 collection recently at the Rosemount Australian Fashion Week. Some of his pieces had gorgeous symmetrical organic prints that look like those art works we did in elementary school-- where we had to paint one side of the paper and fold it, making a symmetrical inkblot type print. The pleating details on his black and powder blue dresses were also absolutely fantastical! I especially ADORE the crazy pleats on his black dress and those black-and- purple-hole-punched leggings. Dion Lee is definitely one of those upcoming designers to watch, and I can't wait to see what he'll show us next. Now my question is, where can I go find some of his pieces in the U.S or even in Asia?

::photos::
Jak & Jil
vogue.com.au

Vogue Korea: Hyori Lee in Jeremy Scott

2010-04-27T07:14:00.009-04:00

I love how sporty pieces are mixed with feminine details or dresses. They're two very different "worlds" and putting them together may clash oddly, but I think it works really well here. It's like a new creation of a new style. I especially adore the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 6th outfits!

Music: Urban Zakapa & Hil St. Soul... and more...

2010-03-02T11:10:00.006-05:00

I'm really into acid jazz, soul, lounge and the Korean underground, indie/house music scene these days. I think it's because of the weather... It's getting much warmer and transitioning into spring/summer, my favorite seasons :)
I feel like the indie & house/electronic music scene in Korea definitely needs more attention. They're so underrated and overshadowed by mainstream, pop boy & girl groups. I mean, I personally enjoy listening to those kind of genres as well, but I've been appreciating the underdogs more, so to say haha
For example, I'm adoring bands like Urban Zakapa, House Rulez, Casker, Ra.D, Humming Urban Stereo, and Peppertones. If you haven't heard their sounds yet, you should check them out through Youtube. Trust me, you won't be disappointed if you enjoy listening to chill, house or electronic music.
I have also found a new, gorgeous singer named Hil St. Soul... She's absolutely magical, and her music and voice is just beautiful to listen to. I've uploaded some music samples by some of the musicians I've listed above.
Put your volume up, chill, and enjoy these beautiful, romantic sounds that will truly bring you to another world of peace & goodness . . . ENJOY <3

(CLICK ON THE LINKS!!!)

Urban Zakapa: 커피를 마시고 (Cafe Latte)
Hil St. Soul: Goodbye (Soul Movement Re-Rub)
Peppertones: Galaxy Tourist
Humming Urban Stereo: Insomnia
Ra.D: I'm in Love (Piano Remix)
House Rulez: 집 (House)

R.I.P Alexander McQueen

2010-02-13T01:52:00.002-05:00

It's been a few days since his death.
A friend of mine texted me this tragic news the day he passed away. I seriously did not believe it, and I thought he was playing a prank on me.
We have lost such a brilliant man, and we will, unfortunately, never see his creations again. Yes, there may be a talented successor to his line, but the house of McQueen will never be the same.
What makes me angry is that this huge loss was not given much attention. Yes, celebrities and friends mourned his death, but it seemed as if the most important news that day was former president Bill Clinton's heart attack which he survived...
This was such a heart-breaking loss.

Alexander McQueen, you will truly be missed.

Louis Vuitton: Journey

2009-12-17T23:56:00.005-05:00

I personally LOVED the video submission by Sho Tsukikawa ("The Time Walker") who so happens to have won the Louis Vuitton Jury Award. It definitely is a must see! It's such a beautiful and inspirational video. . .

makes you ponder . . .

"Does the person create the journey or does the journey create the person?"

source: Louis Vuitton

Andreia Chaves: Shoe Concept

2009-12-10T20:07:00.005-05:00

Mirror (aka "Invisible") Shoe

The facets and cuts are extraordinary!

I bet this will camouflage your feet :)

I can't wait to see Lady GaGa decorating her feet with these babies <3

Twirled

I can't believe this is made from PVC and metal!

You're too pretty <3

Velcro

As you can can tell from the name, this one's made up from velcro!

killer shoes!!! need I say more?

I didn't think so ;)

Prism

This is the kind of shoe that will get 100000000% of my love and affection 24/7!!!

I want you right now!

Raised in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Andreia Chaves' shoe concept is absolutely genius!

Okay, these shoes do not need words to describe them. Just one look will seriously make your jaw drop down to the floor. I DIE ! ! ! These are definitely works of art.

Peace <3

"Say Hi to Forever . . ." -Daul Kim

2009-11-19T22:59:00.005-05:00

Daul Kim

"Say Hi to Forever . . ."

I still cannot believe this, and a part of me wants to believe that this is all a lie

and some kind of trick.

She was, and forever will be, one of my favorite models not only

because of her charismatic, fresh face but also for her fun, unique, and eccentric character.

She was such an inspiration to me and had a great taste for trance/electronic/techo music.

There are only a couple of Asian models

who have made it far and successful in the fashion industry like Daul.

. . . b u t y o u a r e g o n e n o w . . .

Unnie, you will TRULY be missed.

Rest In Peace . . . Forever.

Artist: James Jean

2009-10-20T22:11:00.012-04:00

Tango

Vanity

Maze

Swan

I'm constantly looking for inspiration all around whether they're from nature, designers, people, or music, and rather feeling super UNinspirational & lethargic today, I decided to browse through my files on my laptop, and organize them... destiny perhaps? I re-found my "lost" file aptly named "James Jean" under my artists/art category, and VOILA.

I've known and been exposed to James Jean's artwork a few years back through his project with Prada (CLICK to see VIDEO). Since then, I've fallen in love with his works!

They're sort of dark in a way, but very eccentric, and beautiful at the same time which is one of the reasons I was so naturally attracted to his art.

INSPIRATIONAL much? :)

For more of his works and info, go to JAMES JEAN

Recent Buys <3

2009-10-06T00:40:00.007-04:00

Say HELLO to my 2 new babies :)

I bought them just recently and I can't wait to wear them!!! Unfortunately, the streets in Boston are not high-heel friendly. . . booo~

Mommy will take good care of you though <3

Christian Louboutin Pigalle nude & black lace

These beautiful pair of CL's make me feel like royalty! hehe jk

The lace details are so gorgeous and beautifully placed on the nude background.

I'm thinking about wearing them with my classic, black dress for a feminine, classy, & elegant look <3

Jimmy Choo Atlas Petrol (also worn by SJP in Sex & the City!!! gaaaah)

These are SUPER sexxxyyy!

When I got them, I literally gagged, and I just couldn't stop drooling!! :)..

I'm probably going to save these for my 21st birthday, and wear them with my nude boy-friend blazer from Zara <3

much love, xoxo

DKNY Cozy

2009-09-17T16:02:00.010-04:00

DKNY featured their Cozy sweater/cardigan a while ago, and it's really versatile & timeless!

I have something similar to the Cozy from Forever 21 which I bought 2 years ago, and I've been wearing my f21 "cozy" in different styles like the #1 (with or without a belt), 2, and 3 in this video (click! click! then view "Cozy video") but I've learned many other ways to wear it through the video! AMAZING!!! I can't wait until I incorporate these different styles to my outfits!!!

TRES CHIC <3

I wish . . .

2009-09-16T19:37:00.004-04:00

Vivienne Westwood Anglomania Nuba Draped Jersey

simply gorgeous!!! I will forever love the person that buys me this top :)

SERIOUSLY.

It's just beautifully draped which is one of grandma V's signature styles,

and the stripes!! oh my!! need I say more?

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE