Jun 24, 2011 | Fashion
Styling the Cropped Zip Jacket [“Rider’s Jacket”] / Styling the Long Skirt
My mother-in-law is a subscriber to Japan Vogue, and every time I visit I always attack the back issues she’s kept with vigor. Instead of what I’m used to from American Vogue (model Raquel Zimmermann gracing almost every editorial spread in every issue since last Spring – copious featuring of fashion from Marc Jacobs, Michael Kors, Diane von Furstenburg, Valentino, with a sprinkling of Maison Martin Margiela – a reliance on jewelry from Giles & Brother, LowLuv by Erin Wasson, and Fallon/Fenton – numerous editorials featuring models jumping or poised in air), its Japanese counterpart features many designers I’m only passingly familiar with, editorials with unusual styling and poses, a mashup of brands, and interesting articles devoted to beauty products, designer perfumes, local restaurants, and local event coverage. It’s a breath of fresh air (albeit still in the luxury category featuring nothing I can really afford), and I love immersing myself in its world.
Styling the Striped Shirt [“Border”] / Styling the Short Pants
I also love how Japan Vogue tries to address its readership and features outfits and styling that are possible for everyday women. It’s the fantasy translated to reality, and with this in mind one can easily swap out items from one’s wardrobe or lower-priced pieces to stand in for the designer options.
Styling the Blouse / Styling the Wide Pants
Here is a feature I was inspired by – it shows styling options that are more youthful (“Young”) vs. styling in a more mature manner (“Adult”), utilizing the same on-trend core piece and building the outfit around it.
Styling the T-Shirt / Styling Denim
What do you guys think? Do you see any outfits you would like to wear – and would you consider them strictly for the young / older?
xoxox
Carly
Source: Japan Vogue June 2011 issue
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Jun 21, 2011 | Fashion
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Yup, my family and I leave for Tokyo today – and we’ll be there an entire month. However, I’ll be taking my laptop with me this time, so I’ll still be blogging from the other side of the world. I’m looking forward to a month of tons of walking and exercise, tackling my personal webpage and portfolio, tasting some superb food, hanging out with my relatives, and indulging in some fabulous, fabulous shopping!
See you guys on the flipside!;-)
xoxox
Carly
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Jun 16, 2011 | Fashion
I am so excited to announce that Shabby Apple is partnering with Chic Steals to give away one of their lovely dress to one lucky winner! I’ve been a great admirer of all of Shabby Apple’s clothing for a long time – especially their beautiful dresses, which truly need no extra pieces to make a spectacular outfit! Feminine and flirty, vintage-inspired and tasteful, these are dresses for the modern woman who wants to feel special every day.
The winner of this giveaway gets to choose one dress in their size from the dresses above: the Bernini dress, the Cider dress, the Trade Winds dress, the Champs Elysees dress, or the La Noche Nigra dress (from left to right)
ARV: $78 – $89 (depending on which dress the winner chooses)
The Bernini Dress / The Cider Dress
The Trade Winds Dress / The Champs Elysees Dress
The La Noche Nigra Dress
How to Enter
REQUIRED:
2. Leave a comment on this post telling me which lovely dress you would choose if you won! (make sure you leave your email address or that your address is in your profile so I can contact you). (1 entry)
ADDITIONAL ENTRIES:
3. Tweet this giveaway. Leave a SEPARATE comment on this post with the link to your tweet! (1 entry)
Total: 2 entries per person allowed.
However, if you do not keep your additional entry comment separate from your required entry comment, it WILL NOT BE COUNTED.
Giveaway open to U.S. residents only (apologies to my international readers).
Giveaway period is open from now until Thursday, June 23, 11:59 PM PST.
Edit 6/23: Giveaway period is now closed and winner will be announced shortly.
Winner chosen by Random.org and notified by email.
And if you just can’t wait to hear the results of the giveaway, Shabby Apple is also offering Chic Steals readers an exclusive discount code: chicsteals10off to receive 10% off any order from ShabbyApple.com. (good until 7/14/11) So if you just can’t get these beautiful pieces out of your head, check them all out (including skirts, jewelry, swimwear, and kids apparel) online:
Good luck!
xoxox
Carly
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Jun 15, 2011 | Fashion
I’ve been a huge fan of the blog Vivat Veritas for a long time. Based in Tokyo, blogger Chie is not only incredibly stylish (and nice!), but is also a full-time designer. She runs an Etsy shop filled with her affordable and beautiful dresses – that she designs and makes by hand. On her blog she posts inspiration and outfit photos, behind-the-scenes photos for her lookbook shoots, and hosts sewing giveaways. Add to all of that she’s a brand-new mom, so she’s super-duper busy. And she recently contacted me requesting an interview!
I babble about how my interests of Animation and Fashion Design relate (do they at all?), talk parenting and career…and of course, DIY!
Thanks so much for the feature, Chie – I so appreciate it!
xoxox
Carly
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Jun 12, 2011 | Fashion
Hair: Priscilla Midi Bun w/ 2 orange bobby pins
Fitted Tee: Old Navy
Watch: Swarovski
Nails: DIY Minx-style manicure
Jil Sander-style Maxi-skirt: handmade by me
Pointy Flats: Steve Madden
A wild neon skirt like this calls for simplicity in the details! (more…)
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Jun 10, 2011 | Fashion
1. Color T4 Belt ($39.90) / 2. Cast4 Shoe ($59.99)
3. Fletcha Ring ($29.90) / 4. LLuna Necklace ($44.90) / 5. Fox Bracelet ($34.90) 6. Foulard Topping Scarf ($34.90) / 7. Cuba Sunglases ($34.90)
8. Barbados Sunglasses ($34.90) / 9. Pablot Bracelet ($29.90) / 10. Rodi Shoe ($154.90) / 11. Big Handbag ($59.90)
12. Anne Belt ($49.90) / 13. Maldivas Sunglasses ($34.90)
14. Kiti Handbag ($99.90) / 15. Ingles Shoes ($79.99) / 16. Rosal Scarf ($29.90) / 17. HAITYT4 Handbag ($69.90)
Ever shopped at Mango before?
I’ve never had the pleasure of visiting an actual store but now I’m filling my virtual shopping cart as I write, delighted with my new online discovery! Cross-body flap bags, natural-colored oxfords, chic sunglasses, patterned scarves, statement jewelry… Every neutral accessory that’s just perfect for summer is here. And it’s so affordable!
I think I’ve found a new go-to store for everything. (Plus they sell incredibly chic clothing!!)
How about you? Have you ever shopped Mango before? Did it live up to expectations?
xoxox
Carly
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