So it's 2010.

Here's to a year full of dreams-come-true!

I went to NYC and witnessed, first-hand, NEW YORK CITY MERCEDES BENZ FASHION WEEK 2009!

I fell in love.

I met amazing people, and maintained cherished friendships.

I am the yearbook editor of the 2009-2010 school year, and we met all our deadlines (so far!).

I got into FSU!!

I got tickets to see Lady Gaga! (haha, although it is Jan. 3rd)

I got a job at Sophie & Trey, and LOVE it.

I was in Park Avenue Fashion Week for the second year in a row.

I also modeled for Lilly Pulitzer and Jimmy Choo.

I went to Miami for the first time. (And met Ana G.!)

I am so thankful for all of the wonderful & beautiful people in my life.

This includes families, friends, families of friends, and that one special person who has remained in my life, mind, and heart since day 1 of high school. No names needed.

I am thankful or the experiences, memories, and wisdom I have gained.

A couple of my favorite things as of right now: Lady Gaga (Speechless/Teeth/Bad Romance), Starbucks, Sophie & Trey, Mall at Millenia (including Anthropologie, J.Crew & Urban Outfitters), my Michael Kors watch, my MACBOOK PRO (of which I'm typing on right now), knit berets, boots!!! (especially my new riding boots), the CD's I steal from that special person ;), lookbook.nu (I'm all but addicted), inspiration, my inspiration books themselves, VALENTINO, Italy in general... I love the food/fashion/culture, I need to get there ASAP! (Travel abroad...?), dressing up (duh!), my "Jack" (new blackjack), Valrhona Chocolate mixed with Espresso gelato from Publix, Coldstone, The Holiday and my new VALENTINO DVD!, my sheer polka-dot tights!, mens' trouser shorts worn with tights and boots, dressing warm/layering, my HUGE oversized coral rosette, Delano, lattes, my Mazda CX7, and of course, shopping. :)

I really do want to start blogging regularly this year. I enjoy reading other blogs, and I envy their captured emotions. It should be beneficial to me, we'll just wait and see!

Ciau!

K.Rene'

FASHION WEEK teaser pictures!

NEW YORK MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEK 2009!!!!!!

A full description to come, but for now some pictures...

Outfits! August & a bit of September (2009)

1. Batwing Sophie & Trey dress, gold gladiators, gold studs, sunburst ring.

2. Cream UO tunic, gap jeans, caramel boots, fuschia J.Crew ring, gold UO leaf earrings.

3. White LA top, khaki Anthro trousers, prom sandals, brocante necklace, gold studs.

4. Citron Anthro ruffle top, navy UO high-waisted skirt, Mamo skinny brown belt, tribal brown sandals, peacock earrings.

5. Scarlett Zara button down, khaki shorts, Cath ribbon rosette, canvas Anthro espadrilles.

6. Chels Anthro rosette tee, J.Crew khaki a-line chino skirt, cream rosette headband, gold sandals, gold posts.

7. Cream J.Crew v-neck sweater, mustard J.Crew skirt, caramel boots, Anthro mustard ruffle clip, gold posts.

8. G-ville Anthro rosette tee, gap jeans, skinny brown belt, prom sandals, gold hoops.

9. Khaki J.Crew hoodie, coral Anthro full skirt, gold gladiators, Sophie & Trey earrings.

10. H&M scarlett zipper dress, floral Anthro kimono sweater, caramel boots, prom earrings.

11. Fashion's Night Out tee, gray skinny pants, caramel boots, gold hoops, Sophie & Trey black flower ring.

12. Cream Sophie & Trey necklace top, gray UO paisley high-waisted skirt, Mom's Steve Madden pewter sandals, pearl earrings.

13. Black v-neck, red Anthro button pencil skirt, prom sandals, Avignon red rosette necklace, gold posts.

14. H&M floral long dress, purple long sweater, prom sandals, J.Crew fuschia ring, gold posts.

More to come!

Ciau,

K. Rene'

summer heat

This summer, I am especially engrossed in the urban atmosphere of fashion. I adore the close-fitting silhouettes on womens' fashion, such as the pencil skirt or high waisted skirt. Lovelovelove a properly put together high waisted outfit. This dress from Urban Outfitters perfectly defintes the shape I absolutely admire. (the black and white floral one pictured above.)

Things that have caught my eye especially:

1. floral keds from UO, only $20, would look great with a high waisted casual pencil skirt and a white v-neck tucked in, a close fitting dress (as pictured above) or retro-style high waisted shorts and a tucked in button down. I can't wait to buy those!!

2. straw fedoras, look perfect with a summery dress, a contrast to a super feminine dress with the masculine-esque hat

3. For a contrast, the yellow Lilly dress with the white detailing at the neckline would be absolutely adorable paired with those white ked-esque sneakers and vintagey ray-ban aviators in gold. loveloveloveeee that!

4. Ever since I strolled into the Lilly store on Park Ave for the first time, I have been captivated by this lavish cuff, gold with pink and green stones. So Lilly--so perfect!

5. The flower necklace from Free People is to die for. 'Nough said.

6. Last but not least, this headband from Free People is perfectly executed, I think. Some headbands that are worn hippie-ish come across as trying too hard kinda deal, but I think that is glamorous but still with that 60-70's twist.

That's all for now. More soon.

Ciau!

K.Rene

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!