OOTD: Poppin' Tags

Details: 

Collar Necklace: TOPSHOP

Green Wool Sweater: BROOKS BROTHERS, bought from Goodwill.

Pale Wash Skinny Jeans: ZARA

Makeup:

• URBAN DECAY Naked Palette: Virgin, Naked, Buck, Creep
• URBAN DECAY Bronzer: Toasted
• MAYBELLINE Mascara: Colossal Volum'Express Cat Eyes
• MAYBELLINE Pressed Powder: 310 Sun Beige
• CHI Hair product: Silk Infusion

Nails: BORGHESE B355
Stellare Notte

Brown Combat Boots: KELLY & KATIE, bought from DSW

It's a cold, rainy day, but I'm really tired of wearing coats. I opted for several layers underneath an oversized wool sweater, instead!

Last week, a friend and I rummaged through the local Goodwill and I happened to nap two AMAZING Brooks Brothers wool sweaters for-- wait for it-- FOUR DOLLARS. I could not believe my luck!

Macklemore def' knew what was up.

Rave: Topshop Online Shopping Experience

I am in love with Topshop's online store.

First of all, every single item is true to size. The size number may be a bit off-- as Topshop is a UK brand-- but once you've tried one Topshop item on, you're good to go!

Earlier this January, I ordered a Topshop blazer for approx. $70. Though the delivery process did take awhile (it only arrived yesterday), I was in no hurry to receive it, so I did not mind.

But why the love, you ask? Czech out their packaging.

I know, I know-- it doesn't seem too crazy, but I really do appreciate the care Topshop puts into their online orders. Although cardboard boxes give additional protection and are, for the most part, more aesthetically pleasing, I really do prefer the plastic bag. It's less bulky, less hassle, and less difficult to rip through and get at your new clothes!

(NOTE: The random blocks are just hiding my name, mailing address, and whatnot.)




There was an additional layer of clear plastic wrap encasing the product, but I didn't bother to take a picture of it.

















And here's the blazer! It's the grey PONTE JET POCKET BLAZER (here it is in white).

I already own one other Topshop blazer (STRUCTURED BLAZER in PALE ORANGE). I had bought it on sale in the Topshop in Soho and fell in love with the fit and quality. When I heard about the Free Shipping promotion (Sorry, it's already over =__=) I knew I had to get another one!

As I had mentioned earlier, the sizes are constant, so this fit me as well as the other one! Plus, this blazer is soft and, to a degree, warm-- definitely perfect for fall weather!

What really impressed me, though, is the fact that the blazer came in a plastic hanger. A hanger-- this takes online shopping to a whole new level of class. Am I over-excited? Could I be feeling this way only because my closet is currently undergoing a serious hanger drought? Maybe-- but so what? I have a new hanger, and it came in the mail for free. 

This was definitely a good day. 

Prabal Gurung X Target: The Aftermath

After a late start, Shar and I finally got going and arrived at Target at 9.30 AM. Much of the collection was still there, so we definitely had a good selection to choose from. I bought three items (from the collection) overall. Here's a quick rundown of what I bought, in no particular order.

• "Meet the Parents" Print Dress: $44.99

This dress fit, for lack of better words,  fabulously. It's  pattern and cut is instantly slimming, the design is unique, and, in my opinion, the material is well-worth the price. Although it's a bit longer than the dresses I typically wear, it falls perfectly. I'm 5'2", so I typically get away with shorter dresses. Also, given my stature, non-mini dresses typically fall mid-calf on me, and in the most unflattering way possible. This dress, however, falls just a little below my knee and even gives my legs a slimmer look. I will update with a actual picture, as soon as I wear it out. 

• "First Date" Print Sweatshirt: $29.99

I love this sweatshirt. It's the perfect solution to when you're overcome with lethargy, but refuse to look like it. It's as comfy as any other sweatshirt, but the pattern is just couture enough to indicate a certain degree of effort. I wore this yesterday with skinny jeans and nude flats, and received many compliments. Not bad for someone who took a grand total of fifteen minutes to get ready! Why exert any additional effort?-- let Prabal Gurung do the job!

• "First Date" Print Sleeveless Tee: $26.99

This tank is great on. At first, I was hesitant about the boxy cut of the sheer black fabric, but surprisingly enough, it fit my shoulders perfectly. My only complaint is that the rim of the sheer fabric is itchy and mildly uncomfortable. I'm worried that this may deter me from wearing it more often and, given its price, I'm considering on returning this purchase. I'm hesitant, though, since it really looks good on.

I originally purchased this for Mon, my little sister, but she didn't really love the pattern. I think I need a few more days to think it over. I really don't want to let it go, but other buyers have already complained about the itchiness on the Target website. Decisions decisions...


And there's my haul, folks! I'll upload pictures of me wearing these outfits as soon as I wear/ launder them.

PrabalGurung X Target: Hit List

 Hopefully the quality is a bit better than the Jason Wu X Target collection. I know, I know-- I should be grateful Target is making these brands affordable/ my expectations shouldn't be too high-- it's Target! But really-- many of the pieces I've picked are $40+. Their being from Target does not merit for fabric tears after the second wash. Either way, I'll be keeping the receipts. 

Favorite Youtube Gurus

So how exactly did I get interested in fashion? If you've read my Intro Paragraph page, you know that fashion/ beauty are relatively new interests for me. One of the biggest-- if not the biggest-- inspirations for me is Youtube. It all started with one make-up guru and one Youtube video about creating the five minute smoky eye. Then, hours of video tutorials later, I emerged a fanatic.

Now, I'm that girl-- the one who buys dry-clean only tops, lusts over Proenza Schouler, and stalks Gilt on a daily, if not hourly, basis. 

This post pays homage to the individuals who got me on this crazy train.

Today, I'm just posting my favorite fashion gurus. Beauty gurus will follow in a different post. 

• Jenn Im, Clothes Encounters
  
  



• Chriselle Lim, The Chriselle Factor
  
  
  



• Melissa and Stephanie Valenzuela, The Fashion Citizen
  
  

OOTD: Diffusion

Today, I successfully used a hair dryer-- only a hair dryer-- to style my hair. I styled my bangs using a nylon vented brush (a la Goody©), and I styled my curls with a hair dryer diffuser. I prepped my tresses with Chi© Silk Infusion. 

I didn't do anything too exciting. Just slipped into some comfort clothes, and studied at a local cafe.

Picture taken via Instagram, so please excuse the size/ quality/ filter.


Outfit Deets: 

• Forever 21 crop top
• Madewell boyfriend jeans
• Steve Madden flats
• Izod jacket

OOTD: "You Look So Serious Today"

I intimidated a few friends with my blazer today. For a 5'2" nerd with a high-pitched voice, I consider this quite the accomplishment. 

Outfit Deets: 

• Topshop pink blazer
• Zara black top
• Zara pale wash jeans
• Steve Madden nude flats
• Marc by Marc Jacobs hourglass necklace