Sunday, July 11, 2010

Today's Adelita Style Self Portrait



For last night's BBQ I took advantage of our great weather and wore a mini skirt with an ethnic print from F21, my top was an old tee with flutter sleeves that I found while cleaning out my drawers. The hooded sandals were a great purchase from Lovely People. I chose some chunky Tarina Tarantino wood hoop earrings and a bracelet with tiny amber crystals to tie into the ethnic theme. Lastly found an old Egg Magazine laying around and paged through to find a fun anime eye tutorial! Don't I look so Oneegyarugyaru who has graduated from high school, and thus become a more mature onee-san (お姉ギャル): a (literally "elder sister" but, here, "young lady"). Her style is more sophisticated.

Saturday, July 10, 2010

Selena Gomez Graduates Twice

Photo from Dave Tesh

Selena Gomez, everyone's favorite Disney 'bad girl' is home-schooled due to her insane schedule; Rebelious wizard one day, mysterious pop-star the next. Tween clothing designer on Monday making a wave for the environment Tuesday. (Look it up if you don't know what I'm talkin bout.)


It's no wonder that this busy super star graduated from high school twice in one day! Let me explain, or better yet, let Selena explain. She wrote on her Facebook page: "What are the odds... Today I graduated from high school and got my diploma!!!!!


"I also filmed my graduation ceremony in the upcoming movie 'Monte Carlo'. So in a weird way I was able to experience an official graduation, LOL."


While most high school graduates are looking forward to college, this 'Wizards of Waverly Place' starlet has other projects on her mind like filming in Budapest and kicking off a tour at the end of this month with her band, Selena Gomez & the Scene, which released their debut album 'Kiss & Tell' last September. What a life; What a graduate!

Thursday, July 8, 2010

Chloë's Senior Project

A few months back Chloë Bell invited me to her senior project: Fashion Through the Decades. Chloë found clothing from thrift and discount stores and styled a couple from each era. I met this sweet girl, petite and blonde with anime eyes when she needed me to style her for some alternative senior pics so, I thought it would be great to see the beginnings of what might just be this young girl's career.

The show was great! The female models catwalked on stage to model their era's outfit. The girls were followed by male partners dressed appropriately to match, then a small dance errupted from the music playing. Each couple was sharply lit and in the finale, everyone jitterbugged, hustled and twisted together as a group.


Our little stylist and producer not only put on a good fashion show, she provided the guests with hand-drawn programs and coupons were handed out from the stores where the models clothes came from! In my school of fashion, you get an A+ Chloë!!

Photos by Sean Watson. Design by Kimchee-Girl.com.

Wednesday, July 7, 2010

Eclipse: Of the Heart

Decisions, DecisionsFashion Trends & Styles - Polyvore



In Eclipse, Bella is once again faced with the decision: Edward or Jacob. Don't we all feel the same feelings about what to wear? Our closet encloses a kind of Eclipse of the Heart, darkness needing to be unmasked. We too are torn by our many needs and emotions. Well turn on the light girls! At one point in Twilight's latest saga, Jacob hands Bella a hand carved charm of a wolf. When Edward sees it dangling from her delicate bracelet, he offers a crystal heart to our heroine. I say do what Bella does, she attaches the second charm to her bracelet, she wears them both. Don't make a decision, wear it all, go with your heart and let your impulsive fashionista dictate your next move...


Decisions, Decisions by Adelita Style featuring Etro bags

Dream Catcher Knit Top, $18
The Twilight Saga: Eclipse for BP. Sleeveless Plaid Shirt, $38
Wildfox The Lady is a Vamp Cut-Off Tank in Clean White, $59
Shop Vocal Brand Clothing Women's Tribal Fleur de Lis Tank Top Black, $34
WOLF PRINT T-SHIRT, 107 GBP
Wildfox Fantastic Fangs Tank Dress in Metal Black, $89
This Week | NET-A-PORTER.COM, $2,995
PATCHWORK FUR / FAUX FUR VEST - BLACK, $1,500
!iT JEANS 'Billie' Shorts, $42
Theola silk-crepe mini skirt, $220
black polina fur platform boot, $924
Hype Helen Studded Clutch, $95
Amazon.com: twilight: Jewelry, $10
Amazon.com: twilight: Jewelry, $20
Alkemie + Wolf Ring, $140
"Wolf" Cushion - Smells Like Home - Shop Departments - Strawberry and..., 105 GBP
Make your own Dream Catchers : Factory Direct Craft Blog
Fresh Foliage Vol 1 Vectors by Designfruit, $9
The Twilight Saga: Eclipse Soundtrack Music CD, $12
The Twilight Saga: Eclipse for BP. 'Camp Cullen' Boyfriend Tee, $30
The Twilight Saga: Eclipse for BP. 'Forever JB' V-Neck Tee, $30
Tan Suede Native American Style Boots - Vintage clothing from Rokit -...
ASOS | ASOS Faux Fur Leopard Ears Hairband at ASOS, 15 EUR
RUBI ROCKET BLOOD BARRETTE in Hair Goods at Sourpuss Clothing, $8
Crystal Bridal Accessories - Pearl and Crystal Tiara, 55 GBP
Fox-fur-trim leather bag, Etro
Twilight Bracelet
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How to Dress Like Bella Swan from Twilight – College Fashion
edward/bella icon by cherry♥bomb
Kristen Stewart says it was 'strange' for 'Bella' to kiss 'Jacob' in...
Bat MySpace Layouts 2.0, Profiles 2.0 and Backgrounds at all4myspace
Bat Eyes Costume Glasses | TotallyCostumes
Florished swirl on Universalscrapbook - Scrapbooking Logos Sharing
Grey Wolf Paw Print Tracks - Decals Stickers
Hearts & Swirls - Fonts.com

Tuesday, July 6, 2010

Happy Birthday Frida! (Google's Fridarific Doodle)



Today the beautiful Frida Kahlo "is turning" 103, but she doesn't look a day over 30 thanks to Google's homage to the Mexican painter and activist. Google transformed "Self-Portrait With Thorn Necklace and Hummingbird." into a their signature doodle. Rather than her necklace of thorns, Frida has the word 'google' drapping her neck.

I have the same framed print of the portrait, the original not the google version, hanging in my family room. In fact my whole family room is dedicated to the prolific artist. Stay tuned for a home tour.