Creations!

Last summer I created this dress. It is a black dress with 3/4 length sleeves, the material is thick and sturdy, it ties in in the back, and has a 2-layer ruffle down the front meeting up at this intricate creamy white detailed area. Stunning!!! I am thrilled with the turnout. This is dress #2. That's all for now, really this time. Ciau!

Summer sewing inspiration!

This here is one of my favorite pieces of jewelry. Hopefully it will belong to me one day, but as of now I'm merely a walking billboard. This piece was made by Erika Hinn, www.avignonhandcraftedjewelry.com, and is just one of her many incredible looks. It's under a category called "brocante" which means junk in french. The flower was a vintage pin that she took off the back and attached it to the necklace--brilliant. Her inspiration is Anthropologie, yet her prices are far more reasonable. I really idolize her creativity and motivation, the jewelry she makes is seriously outstanding. This Saturday (tomorrow) I am wearing it to the Luxautica: La Dolce Vita fashion show. I'm helping out backstage (couldn't model this time because I'm under 18 and it's bathing suit modeling.. not my thing!) but anyway I am able to help Melanie Pace out, www.melaniepace.com, with styling. I have to be there at 4:45 and the show doesn't start until 9:30, so that's going to be fun! Hopefully I really get to have a say in things and make valuable connections. I'm going to wear an amazing outfit, showcasing the necklace properly. I'll maybe do my khaki anthropologie sailor wide-leg trousers with a tighter-fitting chic top tucked in, then have the necklace show, and maybe gold gladiators. iI wish my ZARA sandals were fixed, and walk-able. They're easy to slide out of, and I can picture myself trying to go save someone's outfit by running on the go and just slipping right out of them--not a good picture! Speaking of this event, it's already 12:52 a.m., and I should really get some sleep. I'm sorry I haven't blogged in a while. But with summer coming up, I'll be sure to stay consistent. P.S. I bought the most amazing fabric for a dress I'm making this summer... it's white and the top and bottom have like a 6 inch embroidered amazing design on it.. from flowers to leaves to peacocks, no two are alike.. it was only $19.99!!!! I can't believe it! It's supposed to be a table cloth or a throw, but I got the idea to make it a strapless maxi dress. I plan to sew in a contrasting thick zipper right down the back. Probably put some elastic at the top, or some straps even. Nothing can compete with it, though. I'll take a picture of the fabric. I have it pinned on my mannequin now, waiting for it to be made.. can't wait!!!
That's all for now.
Ciau!






EDIT: Just wanted to include the photographs taken of my outfit at Lux!

Peacock feathers.

I will elaborate more on this later, but I wanted to post my peacock earrings that I made! I have been obsessing over peacock feathers lately, especially earrings. I've wanted the earrings for quite a while now. They cost $18 at Urban Outfitters and $16 and Kathamandu in Winter Park. Finally, I came to my senses and just made my own. Total cost: $2!!!

Tune into these.

Lyrics Born - I like it, I love it & Shwayze - Buzzin'

That's all,

Ciau!

Planes & Hurricanes.

Planes: Due to my obession and persistence when asking "WHEN ARE WE GOING TO NEW YORK AGAIN"... my parents have surprised me with a family trip to NYC right near Christmas. How phenomenal is that?! All the Christmas spirit, decorations, and sales (ah!!) will take place right when I'm there. We'll be in NYC from December 22nd until the 24th. Although our time is limited, it will not be wasted. We plan on saving every single bit of money we'll get (including the following: money from grandparents, money from parents, thanksgiving outfit money, Christmas outfit money, Santa gifts in the equivalence of money) and spending it in the one and only, New York City! I'll hit all the unique boutiques, one-time stores, everything of importance. Plus, I'll have so much to show for my trip--talk about souveniers!! I already have my plane outfit semi-planned out. Here's how I'm picturing myself...

Long silhouette.
Long coat over a layer of blouse-y feminine tops.
A scarf strategically tucked under my coat collar to make it pop, ever so slightly.
Layering of necklaces: gold inital necklace for sure, Mom's locket necklace.
My gold link bracelet.
Gold studs for shimmer.
Denim trousers tucked into my amazing chocolate brown suede boots.
Full lucious curly hair.
Big eyelashes and natural make up.
An oversized travel bag on my arm, at the elbow.
Rolling my polkadotted suitcase with the baggage tag that reads: "Everyone has their baggage." ha!
Sleek gloves.
Brown fedora to coordinate with my boots.
Starbucks caramel latte in the other hand.
Paused in the middle of the sidewalk, just looking around, taking it all in.

I really cannot wait!


Hurricanes: We have been blessed, hah, with Hurricane Fay this week. Monday was our first day of school. Tuesday and Wednesday were off due to the strong winds and heavy rains. (Although unapparent to us, weathermen insisted that we were safe at home to dodge this nasty storm..hmm) Speaking of Fay, she’s swooping in and potentially taking our power! Better post before I lose it! More to come with updates on Fay.

Ciau!