Fashion Royalty
Let’s be honest, shall we? No one cared about Pippa Middleton up until the day she stole the spotlight on her big sister’s wedding day. It was at that very moment she stepped out of the fairy tale carriage and showed the world her royal heinie. Not really, but one couldn’t help but follow the buttons down her backside and marvel over the stunning Alexander Mqueen creation.
Since that day Pippa has kept up to par with her fashion je ne sais quoi and is making sure she won’t soon be forgotten. Pippa Middleton, I’ve got my eye on you. And no, not just your heinie.
Just for giggles
January Closet Detox
The holidays are over and it’s time to ring in the New Year with a fresh start, a fresh mind and a fresh wardrobe. No matter how fashion savvy you may be, we all have fashion skeletons and its time to say farewell. Clearing out space in your closet is a cleansing feeling that will also make more space for new purchases this year (in case anyone’s new year’s resolution was to edit their style.) How exciting!
So here are some tips to slimming down your wardrobe and chucking those unwanted clothes in a bag to send off to friends or charity shops:
1. Try on EVERYTHING
Sounds tedious, because it IS tedious, but it must be done. Our bodies, style and trends are constantly changing, and what looked fabulous five years ago may not look so hot now. Make sure your clothes fit right, you like how it looks on you and you feel comfortable. If you aren’t comfortable looking in the mirror at home you aren’t going to feel good in public wearing it, so toss it. And I don’t want to hear the classic excuse: “But what if it comes back in style?” Keep in mind you will shop for the rest of your life, so unless it is a classic item, take your chances and if it comes back in ten years later, buy it again- in a better color.
2. Don’t do it Alone!
When deciding what to keep, ask a friend to help you out. Women are irrational beings and we need friends to keep us in order and remind us how frumpy that old dress is. A second opinion is a must and tell them to be honest!
3. Make a Profit
Just because your clothes no longer suit you doesn’t mean it’s trash. If you think your clothes are still valuable then why not try selling them on ebay? Not ebay experienced? Ask a friend or look for guidance online. But if you think your clothes are on their last leg then donate to a local charity shop for someone else to enjoy.
4. The Keepers
As someone who adores fashion, I understand that some clothes are akin to old friends- they give you comfort, remind you of happier (maybe skinnier) times, or represent a significant time in your life. These are what I call keepers and will allow you to keep. These are items such as graduation or wedding dresses, a favorite black dress you’ve had for years, or the best pair of shoes you’ve ever owned, nevermind the soles are falling off. If you don’t wear these items often, tuck them away in a box or suitcase and keep them safely under your bed. The idea is to clear your closest to items you wear frequently, so put those puppies somewhere safe where you can easily find them.
5. Make your wardrobe seasonal
This is a classic rule, but hopefully you are all keeping up. Make more room in your closet by rotating your autumn/winter and summer/spring clothes. It makes getting dressed in the morning much easier and clears space! This familiar rule is important!
6. Optional: Fill ‘er up!
Feel better? If you look into your closet and feel empty inside, then it’s time to go shopping for January sales. Enjoy the space.
Taste the rainbow.
I am sad it is already August, summer is nearly over! I have enjoyed the summer brights and neons and don’t want them to end. Good news is the fashion forecast shows bright colours sneaking their way onto the A/W runways….YES.
My favorite outfits from Kate’s Trip to America
A bit late, I know, but I have been so busy gathering all of my necessary components to study in England this fall! Student visas are no joke people.
Anyways, as always Kate did not fail to impress with her wardrobe choices. Kate wore the same jeans (Jbrand dark denim skinnys) and even recycled her engagement photo dress! Her decision to be more frugal and ecofriendly with her wardrobe in comparison to past princesses is very refreshing. I love her bold coloured dresses and detailed accessories, including her dainty clutches! She was born to be royalty 
Here are a few of my favorite looks she donned whilst in North America!
She is truly stunning. X
Yankee Doodle Dandy
Hope Everyone had a lovely 4th of July, it will be my last one in the States for a good while. It was a scorcher, so I went with a lightweight leopard top, my favorite coral shorts from Topshop and some classic Aldo wedges. I’m aware I was lacking in the patriotic department but …whatever.
Just Flag worshiping. It’s fine.
swing it shake move it make it, who do you think you are?
Today is a day full of errands. I’m running around trying to get everything sorted out for my stupid student visa and accommodation. FUN TIMES. On a very happy note however, I will be reunited with my boyfriend, Maxwell in approximately 67 days. BOOYA.
Just killing time with POLO bear until my appointments today. The usual.
Why yes, that is a Christmas tree in my room..in the middle of June.
..And for those who care… My shoes are Aldo, shorts, belt and watch vintage, and my white shirt is banana republic. & Polo is naked.
American woman stay away from me
I wish I was at Glastonbury this weekend so I could festival it up in this sweet American flag fringed tank. Boo.
Next summer I’ll be at Glasto. Who’s in?
summer styling
Some of my favorite styling tips for the summer…
wearing keds with just about anything. And everything. All the time.
Mixing vintage belts with new summer dresses.
Turquoise accessories. & Tribal prints
Painting your nails different colors.
Nautical, anything. And cropped tops.
Midi skirts. and Braids. annnnd oxfords of all sorts.
Color blocking. Big thumbs up.
What are you wearing this summer?
New obsession- Sally Hansen Nail Effects
They’re fun and super easy- and just because I am asian doesn’t mean I am at all good at nails, okay? So if I can manage to get these stickers on, trust me when I say it really IS easy. And it lasts for up to 10 days! I hope they come out with more designs like that booty camp camo one……
hmmm….
