I found comfort in the city of angels...

Well, mostly just the clothing boutiques. Let's start with some of my favorite purchases...

This is probably my new favorite top- and it better be for what I paid for it.  I picked up this gorgeous Chelsea Flower silk blouse completely embellished with copper studs and huge cut out arm holes from Kitson Boutique in Beverly Hills.  

I paired this awesomelyfabulous (not to mention slimming) top with my new House of Harlow necklace that I've become slightly obsessed with... and yes, that does mean I have been sleeping with it and showering with it on, whatever.

For yellow gold $80 ain't so bad, touche Harlow.

Next, we hit up some vintage shops around West Hollywood- Now THAT was an experience.  I am all about vintage clothing, but sometimes (ok, all the time) I find it to be a bit too overwhelming and I get exhausted and cranky and angry maybe throw a temper tantrum or two.. or three- but after I gather myself, dry those tears and muster up courage within myself to sort through that rack of 8,000 t-shirts... I found THIS!

Now don't be mistaken, I would NEVER wear this shirt with Chanel pearls, however, for the pictures sake- totally.  It's difficult to see the shape of this silk blouse, so let me paint you a picture. Oversized, silk, tuxedo pocket (handkerchief included), obnoxious, DJ Jazzy Jeff cerca Fresh Prince of Bel Air... Yep, that about sums it up.

... More to come, be patient with me- I'm a train wreck. 

Let's keep it moving eh?

I just recently returned from a fabulous week in Los Angeles... and let me tell you, there is NOTHING more that I hate than being stuck on a security line behind that chubby girl who is trying to compensate for her weight by over-accessorizing and is told to continue walking through the metal detector, each time being asked to remove her hoop earrings and then name plate.... so lets talk perfect plane attire.
When traveling to a warm destination, I would opt for a layered look on top- comfy tank or ruffled t-shit underneath a light cashmere sweater (because apparently it's $14 for a blanket on a damn jetblue flight nowadays)........

I really love this look from J Crew. The sweater is classic yet has a modern twist and for a nice quality of cashmere, $98 ain't so bad.

This look would only be complete with my favorite.... you guessed it, the Pratt's Boyfriend Jean! (I told you I was obsessed) or another look that everyone, including myself, is loving is the J Brand cargo pant..

To pair this with the sweater, I would choose the J Brand houlihan cargo pant in vintage olive to offer a nice contrast, however don't shy away from the many funky colors they have to choose from!

Now, as someone who prides them-self on being able to fit into and look great in nearly any pair of J Brand jeans, unfortunately, these cargo's do not fit the bill and a little piece of me has been lost with this feat. 

OH, and don't forget to wear a shoe that requires some sort of sock! whether it be a ped or 70's tube sock, be sure to keep those twinkle toes covered because I sure as hell don't know where that chick with the name plate has been walking, and when I take my shoes off I want to be sure that there is no grime getting stuck to the bottom......

I personally love these classic slip on Vans in charcoal.  They're stylish and functional, especially for an airport security check- and you can hide your socks in them too!!!

I Could Dig It

So Philip Lim is now trying to "diversify"? I thought that was what fashion was all about to begin with? AHHH I can't even hate, I love this little mans designs SO much that when I had the opportunity to meet him, I kind of froze like he was Justin Timberlake or something.

LOOK! It's the TTD!  Philip Lim has now created the Tunic Top Dress, otherwise know as the "TTD"... I actually kinda like it!  It can be totally casual, maybe even a bikini cover up? or dressed up for a night out with maybe a super short tight dress under it or a funky pair of shorts as seen here ^.  either way I definitely need to get my hands on a TTD for fall- and a pair of those damn shoes for fun.

Whatever.....

Ok, so maybe I'm a little jealous of Emma Watson, but I'm allowed to be. Seriously, whatever this girl does turns to gold and I DON'T THINK IT'S FAIR that she gets to wear as much Burberry Prorsum as she wants!!!!!

Even with this tinker bell hair cut, she still looks AMAZING... and SEE, I am a fan of the romper- particularly this one.  Not only is it long sleeved, but it's LACE too! UGH I wish that she wasn't gorgeous, talented, smart and a style icon because I really want to hate her because her life is just that much better than EVERYONE'S- but I can't. So now in an attempt to be mean to little Emma here, all I can ask of her is to wipe that stupid "myspace mirror picture" look off of her face and go back to being perfect, thank you. 

"That Tiger's Still in There"

Funny that this was the quote on the cover of Jennifer Lopez's GLAMOUR shoot- yet she's wearing cheetah print........

THIS is the photo that they chose to grace the cover of their September 2010 issue (their BIGGEST ISSUE IN 20 YEARS!) ???? 

I am actually a bit terrified from this snarling look on her face... I'll admit, I was an avid JLO fan (mostly during her Jenny from da block phase when she was with Diddy <3 ) I mean, who doesn't think I'm Real, and her endless duets with Fat Joe were the theme songs to the millennium? But seriously, I think it's time for her to realize that her career has come to an end and it's time to start acting like a mom and Marc Anthonys wife (although i'm not sure what the would entail other than being a Latin Stunna)..  She looks like an actual animal here and I am a bit frightened that she may come leaping through the cover any second and attack me, I now feel uncomfortable and am immediately turned off by whatever may be inside these pages....... 

Grrrr.

But Marissa Cooper was the Social Chair....

So why the HELL does she look like this? Seriously, ever since Mischa Barton decided to leave The OC (to pursue a film career???) THIS has happened. She looks like the love child of Jack White (of the White Stripes) and James Van Der Beek… Great bone structure but a total mess who has no idea which way is up and is in desperate need of a shower and wardrobe change? 

NO WONDER Ryan broke up with her.

Get it together, NOW.

But it's HOT outside...

At least twice a week, upon entering my morning class, I find myself hot and bothered by this MISERABLE summer heat. But on these two days a week I am  particularly PERTURBED by one of my fellow students who opts to wear CORDUROYS when it is 95 degrees outside..!!!!! Now I just recently got into wearing shorts in the summer- I was always more fond of a nice summer dress or loose fitting pant, which DOES NOT include a corduroy!  My favorite pant which I've owned since like, 2003 are these amazing Juicy Couture linen pants......

Now I know, I know, they're Juicy... But they really are GREAT and I could happily live in them.

If you're as avid of a jean lover as I AM, the tight pencil leg is not ideal for a hot summer day, so why not try the loose fitting and airy boyfriend jean? 

This is the Pratt distressed boyfriend jean- aka THE MOST AMAZING PAIR OF PANTS IN THE WORLD that I eat, sleep, work out, bath and oh, LIVE IN. Ok, just kidding- that'd be gross... but if I could, I would!  They're great to dress up for a night out with (my personal favorite) a cork wedge, or perfect for a fat day!!

So ladies- please, mark your calendars, corduroys should be left in storage with the rest of your WINTER clothes until November 1st. God Bless.

Brody Jenner got an A for Avril

No one cares.

You're a tool.

Her Milkshake Brings all the Boys to the... Desert?

So does anyone remember Kelis? Don't feel bad if you don't, I hardly do... mostly she's know for having a donk, shaking it, and going through a nasty divorce with Nas (her baby's daddy).  But lately Kelis has been popping up ALL over the place with the release of her new album "Flesh Tone"... but the only flesh tone I'm seeing lately is this...

MY GOD WOMAN.. This is the outfit Kelis chose to wear in the opening scene of her "comeback" video.  I wonder if she actually asked her stylist to make her look as ridiculous as possible and put her in something that resembles that of a kangaroo pouch? She looks like a worse version of Kanye West's ex-girlfriend who thought these unitards are okay- THEY'RE NOT.  They don't look good on anyone, and I don't care if you do call yourself a "super model", Amber Rose... With a name like that the only thing you will be is a porn star.  

But to be honest, I really do like Kelis' new song "Fireworks" and I have to give her some credit for having somewhat of a comeback after releasing FOUR albums that no one has EVER heard AND after Nas left her broke ass... So kuddos Kelis, yeah, I said it.. KUDDOS.

Oh jesus no, I take it back, I take it ALL back!!!!

A few short moments later as I continued to listen to this song with my eyes covered in fear that I might catch a glimpse of another horrendous outfit... I slipped- and saw this!  Is that a navajo princess I see? NO, that's just Kelis, who apparently thinks she's the  DANCING QUEEN OF THE INDIAN MILKSHAKE (in the desert?).  Now she's pissing off my native people and dressing like a damn fool- I simply cannot support her new album (even as badly as I want to because I AM LOVING the whole electric-house-dance music)- I take this as a personal offense. 

Just Call me Sergeant

Hmmmmmmm... Yes, I know, I just got that warm and fuzzy feeling inside too! Don't fret- it's normal!

By this point in my life, one might ACTUALLY think I am in the army, was in the army, or am seriously considering joining the army... Due to the over abundance of military style coats (which are an absolute must have for fall!!!!) in my closet, but that will not stop me from purchasing this one (for ONLY $49.99 from ZARA!!!!!!!!!!!!)

Oh how I can't wait for fall... by far my favorite season, mostly because I get to layer T-shirt under hoodie under my new military coat... and wrap myself up in scarves everyday that people start to think there's something wrong with my neck, or maybe that I don't even have a neck and my head simply rests upon my shoulders.............

Give it to me. ugh. picture yourself wrapped up in this AMAZING Armand Diradourian Buffalo Checkered Scarf, snugly tucked into that ZARA jacket with a classic aviator.  I would almost be afraid to wear these two pieces together for fear of people chasing me down the street trying rip them off my back... But luckily since I can't afford a $295 scarf, I won't have to live my life in fear.

Instead I'll be happily bundled up in this magical Lucky Brand Block Print Eternity scarf

... For a cool $55

GLAMBERT... How Do We Make Him Stop!?!

While in my car on the way to the gym this morning (while putting my under eye concealer on AND curling my eyelashes) an Adam Lambert song came on the radio that opened with "So I got my boots on, got the right amount of leather and I'm doing me up with black color liner."- So I got to thinking, did I hear the radio DJ wrong? Have I been fooled YET AGAIN by the mass media? Is this Glambert character actually a female? Could he be P!nks alter ego??? So I decided to take a little look at this "mans" official website.  I was immediately caught off guard when I was greeted with EVERY zodiac sign, now i'm wondering if he's able to depict horoscopes... but then, I stumbled upon this lovely picture of the GLAM.

Oh, you think you're tough?

Seriously, homeboy looks like a less sexy, more angry, and gayer version of Liza Minnelli (and I didn't know you can get gayer than Liza...) I want to shave his head, thoroughly wash his face and TAKE THOSE STUPID GLOVES OFF THAT ONLY SOMEONE LIKE LADY GAGA CAN PULL OFF... And you are NO Lady GaGa Glambert.

I really don't know if I can live in a society that is this upside down.

A Concert Goers Guide to Style

So last night I attended the Kings Of Leon concert (which was absolutely amazing, fantastical, booyah, slam-dunk,  throwitindabag, kick ass good time) and it got me thinking what is practical, appropriate, and COMPLETELY RIDICULOUS to wear to a concert.... lets start with something that, hmmm, I would wear!!

Now, lately I've been obsessing over Joie tops.  The tops all derive from a gorgeous color palette, light weight materials, and embody the perfect amount of hippy for me!  Not to mention if you plan on tailgating in the parking lot before the show (which I highly recommend you do before ANY concert.. there's nothing wrong with some spirits...) the loose fitting design is easy to slip on and off and great to wear a tank under in case you get hot in the summer sun. 

Now this top I would pair with these new CarMar army green shorts that I bought at LF a few weeks back... picture it, this unreal coral top with a contrasting green short- fiiiireeee.  If only I could find a picture of them online to show all of ya'll- don't worry, I'll keep looking!

Now to top the outfit off- lets talk shoes... Since this arena has a field where all the cheap concert goers like myself like to sit and enjoy the show (until one of your friends that works there hooks you up with three VIP bracelets and you make your way to the front row where you're lightly getting sprayed with KOL sweat- yeah, it happened), lets think closed toe- a cute sneaker perhaps? 

This Schoolyard Sneaker available at Urban Outfitters is a personal favorite of mine... 

AND YOU CAN GET 2 FOR $30. HURRY! GO GET 2 PAIRS!

OH, AND HOW COULD I FORGET??? Where will you carry your phone, money and lipgloss while you're dancing and running around to the sweet beats of your favorite musician?? In your across the body bag! THAT'S WHERE! 

ugh, how perfect is this bag? It just doesn't make sense, I know.  But seriously if I could get away with it, I would actually hunt Marc Jacobs down, possibly lock him away somewhere and have him slaving to make one of a kind bags for me... FOREVER. ok, I'm getting carried away now, this must stop.

Now, there were far too many things wrong with what the girls were wearing last night at this concert, however I can't expect too much seeing as I was at a CONCERT IN CONNECTICUT.. but I'm going to spare you and only focus on two main things I noticed:

First off, don't get me wrong, I love me a romper- but listen very, VERY closely......... CONCERTS ARE NOT ROMPER FRIENDLY, I REPEAT, CONCERTS ARE NOT ROMPER FRIENDLY.

Now, I've been in some very compromising situations- and I've gone to the bathroom in some places that I'm not so proud of, but at least I was wearing separates so I maintained some of my pride.  Generally speaking, when attending a concert like such, the bathroom facilities are less than adequate and often involve porter potties (hold the vom) so get smart and wear something with easy access, k?

Now finally- you all get a treat! I somehow managed to catch this (definitely not discrete) photo of a girl I saw in the parking lot that made my girlfriends and I gasp and say OHMYGODWHATAREYOUTHINKING!?!?!

Come on, high heeled booties (which were black and leather and it was 85 degrees out yesterday, imagine the stank!!) when attending a concert that sits on a muddy, grassy hill at a 45 degree angle- that's just plain stupid if you ask me... 

AND a CLUTCH! How will she dance and be carefree, you ask yourself? EXACTLY, I have no idea!

Well now, I hope you all learn from our little darlings mistakes here- worst thing is, she probably thought she looked bangin'.

A Crusade Against Jhorts... For a Better Tomorrow

FEW of my man friends, and even one of my significant others thinks it is appropriate to wear said jhorts around in PUBLIC- however I find that there are only TWO exceptions to this plague that is sweeping the nation (or the greater tri-state area).... 1) If you are a professional wrestler (because for some reason I feel like Hulk Hogan wore them and I have a soft spot in my heart for him) AND 2) if you are a Latin King (no explanation needed).

... Now I KNOW VERY FEW people who are members of the WWE OR are a Latin King,

so PLEASE burn those jhorts or put them somewhere that won't hurt my eyes.

Sorry, the truth hurts.

Call it a Girl Crush

Seriously Lea Michele, who are you? You play one of the most obnoxious characters on television (who yeah, if I was in high school would definitely throw a slushy in your face too), have a voice of an angel (i like to refer to her as the next Streisand), and is fit and gorgeous to boot!

She's all sorts of tranny fabulous in this American Apparel bodysuit...
which yes, I've grown quite fond of.

I just picked up this hot little mauve cotton spandex tank thong from American Apparel

I felt like Jessica Beals circa 1983 in Flashdance, Sandy, and Lady GaGa all at the same time.

Only piece of advise have for anyone looking to purchase a THONG bodysuit, make sure you

buy a size bigger, because whenever I sat down, a certain fleshy area of my body would hang out!

(note to self: you're NOT an XS anymore!)

... All Dressed in White

Wow! Chelsea Clinton actually looks kinda cute, who knew!? I guess it was her wedding day after all and every bride should look decent, I don't know, there's something just far too unappealing about this girl to me, that regardless of who her parents are, and even IF Rihanna was at her wedding (why?) I could care less about her marriage to Marc whateverhisnameis.

Seriously, Vera Wang? How do you do it? I want to take a tour through her brain with a camera...
This crisscross bodice with unbelievable draping and crystal belt (that if I was at the wedding would have most definitely ripped of the dress and ran with!) is a true masterpiece that could make any bride, including Chelsea, look and feel beautiful!

Well, I wouldn't expect anything less from a $3 million wedding...

Mazel Tov Chelsea, I still don't like you though.

HATS, HATS EVERYWHERE!

Now that the days are winding down til' I set off to LA LA LAND (Exactly 253 hours, 13 minutes, 27 seconds and counting...) I am on what feels like a rabid search for THE perfect floppy hat.  Now I'm looking for the perfect balance of straw, huge, floppy, ribbon?, attention, and fabulosity... is that too much to ask? I've been searching like a mad woman for THIS hat, but for some reason I've yet to find it, couldn't tell you why- but here's what I've had my eye on so far, lemme know what cha think ;)

This is a bit too classic for my taste... But since my mother ACTUALLY thinks she's Audrey Hepurn, maybe I'll surprise her with this as a gift and get some brownie points.

Now, this could fit the bill.  It's HUGE, definitely floppy, definitely eye catching, and is that a RIBBON I see? wow, what luck.  Now, this creation by the San Diego Hat Company could definitely grow on me.

Ok, search is over... I'd like to thank Free People for making this hat, FOR ME.  I should be expecting my package within 3-5 business days.

... But seriously, listen to me! I know what I'm talking about!!

Well, now I never thought I would resort to this... a bligity-blah blah blog? I'm extremely new to this whole thing, so please, be patient with me.  I'd like to think I have an exquisite eye for trends, taste and individuality- you may not, but to each their own!! I'd love to share some of my personal favorite style tips and finds... and some of my not so favorite fashion disasters- which we all know are truly our favorites to look at!! Now come aboard this train of wit and lets see what we can make of this.

Work it-
AL