03.28.14

Hey guys! I have not blogged in the longest time and when I do decide to blog the pictures scream mediocrity, but nonetheless, here is a new post! I'll be using my iPhone to blog from now on except on those rare occasions wherein I'll be using an actual camera. So last Friday I went to Hyve for the Magic 89.9 party. I was invited by my friend, Justin Nery. I decided to go last minute so I was not able to prepare an outfit, but thank God for shopping! My beloved boyfriend bought me this dress which I chose and he purchased at Forever 21. I absolutely love this dress because it's black (I love black) and the waist work is unique giving it a sexy look without going over-the-top. It's very edgy which is definitely my style at the moment. I paired it with nude pumps. What do you guys think? Yay or nay? 

Reading is knowledge

People who work in the fashion industry are often thought of as intellectually inferior to people with "real jobs". I don't understand formality that society wants us to follow. Be a doctor, be a lawyer, be an engineer, but don't be part of the fashion industry because you won't make any money there. Yes, it is hard to break into this most coveted industry, but wouldn't being victorious be even more fulfilling? Not to mention the fact that fashion designers do dress everyone. (TAKE THAT). We're living in the 21st century, I think people need to wake up to the fact that it's okay not to want to be a doctor or a lawyer or an engineer. Those kind of jobs don't merit instant wealth.

These books have helped me to understand my beliefs more. Reading these books, I've come to realize and feel the passion and love that were put into writing them. Maybe this post is a little too melodramatic given that it's about books, but I want to break the stereotype that the fashion industry is full of empty-headed bimbos. Fashion is a science just as much as it is an art. It involves research and experiments. It also involves years of trial and error. Some people really fail to see this. The fashion world is full of creative and intelligent individuals. We just happen to dress better. 

Without further ado, here are some of the books that really helped me understand a life in the world of fashion and a few books about finding ones personal style. Hope you guys like it! 

This book is about different styles ranging from classy to edgy and how to achieve these distinct styles. 

Don't know what to wear to a cocktail party or to a corporate event? Well fret no more, this book dictates the do's and dont's in dressing up for certain occasions. 

Before you guy judge me as to why I think this is a fashion book (other than the fact that it does say "Fashion Doll" allow me to explain myself. Being a Barbie lover I've come to appreciate fashion because of Barbie. Playing dress up with a doll is still fashion! What's great about this book is that it has a timeline of Barbie's evolution throughout the years. Expect to see Material Girl and Spice Gorl Barbie because you'll really see how Barbie's style evolved. 

This book is really great for beginners trying to understand how to apply makeup on different races. The techniques and tips are very helpful and easy to understand.  This was definitely a good read.

Kevyn Aucoin is a genius. I really love this book because it shows what inspired the author and how he connects with his clients. It also shows a variety of faces and ideas and you are bound to find one that suits you perfectly. 

This book is good for beginners because it doesn't go straight to the designing and sewing. It teaches the reader to find inspiration in just about anything and to really connect with the world. Inspiration and clarity is really important in putting a collection together. 

I actually haven't finished reading this book yet, but I'm liking it so far. Tim Gunn offers great tips and shares what he believes people should possess to succeed in this life. It also has inside scoop on some of fashion's biggest stars. So I'll probably make another review once I've finished it. 

So what do you think guys? Let me know and leave a comment! 

MWAH 

Nailspiration

Hey guys! So as I was browsing through tumblr earlier, I came across a picture of a girl wearing an ombré sweater which really caught my eye. It gave me the inspiration to do some pastel ombré nails thus the birth of this post lol. I love pastel colors because they give such a feminine and refreshing touch to an outfit also, it reminds me of macarons! Haha I'll be posting pictures of the procedures and the picture from tumblr.

Step 1: prep nails, make sure they are clean and cut to your preferred length.

Step 2: apply a base coat.

Step 3: apply your selected base shade. I used Sally Hansen's 08 Sorbet. Apply 2 coats.

Step 4: take a sponge and spread the other shade onto the sponge. I used Essie's To buy or not to buy.

Step 5: dab the second shade onto the tips of your nails and slowly work your way to the middle dabbing lightly as you go.

Step 6: Allow to dry for about a minute then sweep some top coat.I used Revlon's Quick Dry Top coat.