OUTFIT POST: Cotton On top, Loft vest, Joe's jeans(Nordstrom Rack), Rag & Bone booties/Dana Davis heels(TJMaxx)
Ok need your advice! Which shoes look better with this outfit - the booties or the sky high heels? Anyone?
Showing posts with label Socalbloggersociety. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Socalbloggersociety. Show all posts
Tuesday, February 10, 2015
Monday, February 9, 2015
H&M Jewels of the Week
3-pack bracelets $7.95
Chunky Necklace $24.95
11-Pack rings $7.95
6-Pack Rings $5.95
Current mood I'm in - major layering! H&M simplifies the act of layering by selling packs of jewelry! Dirt cheap too, can't beat that on a Monday morning. Time to grab coffee and tackle the day!
Wednesday, January 28, 2015
Beatniks Models
Photography provided by Stellar Roar Creative
PolishedPractical: What
do you do as part of the show?
Jessica Nguyen: Well I’m
a model. I’m also a part of the Brands Look Book. I guess I’m their face.
PP: What does that mean
then to be part of their Look Book?
JN: It’s for other
boutiques, they see through the Look Book how they’ve styled me. That’s what
the Look Book is all about – how to style and wear the brands clothing.
PP: For the fashion show
you’ll be walking the catwalk, how do you prepare for this?
JN: Oh, this is my first
show to be honest and I’m quite nervous. But umm what I do in the beginning is
I get in the mode, like pray first. And this is such a gift, like an honor to
be here so I think of how lucky I am to be here and then I’m going to try my
best.
PP: So obviously, you’re
used to being in the spotlight because of working on the Look Book.
JN: Umm I’m trying to
channel what I’ve done outside to bring it in here. The fierceness, what the
brand maker wants of course, and hopefully I get it all right [giggles
nervously]. I know I’m going to be shaking a lot so hopefully praying will calm
my nerves!
PP: Is there an outfit
that you’re really excited about wearing?
JN: Oh one of the outfits
is a shift dress and is plaid and grey and really, really beautiful. You can
wear it in the Fall, in the Spring, it’s very versatile, great for work, great
for evening.
PP: I love a plaid look,
one of my favorites. Thanks Jessica!
PolishedPractical: I’m
here with Brandi and she’s a model for the Beatniks fashion show. Brandi how do
you prepare for a show like this?
Brandi: Well I just go to
the corner, to myself and just pray. I’m a religious person so I just pray that
everything goes smoothly.
PP: Oh perfect, I’m
religious too so I get the whole praying beforehand. That’s what you do on the
night of but do you have little things that you wanna practice – your walk, or
smile and things like that?
B: It’s just whenever I
get the chance, like if I’m walking to my car I’ll practice my walking. Or if
I’m at the crosswalk I’ll use that as a runway [big grin spreads across her
face]
PP: That’s so cool, I’ve
never heard anyone say that before [chuckles] I’m sure it’s like a free show
for people. Nice. Have you ever worked with some of the other models here?
B: No this is my first
time working with these models here.
PP: Ok is that scary
sometimes, or exciting? What does it feel like to be around the different
models?
B: Sometimes it’s scary
but then exciting at the same time because you get to see their technique at
walking. You learn from them.
PP: How much practice do
you all get together before you do a show like this?
B: So far we’ve had
almost six practices for two hours.
PP: Two hours each time?
B: Yes
PP: Is that typical for a
fashion show, or does it vary all the time?
B: It varies, it depends
on how many models there are, if there’s more it takes more time to prepare.
PP: Is there a favorite
piece that you’re really looking forward to wearing?
B: They’re all my
favorites, I wish I could wear what some of the other models are wearing too
[giggles excitedly].
PP: Well that’s good. And
do you get any say in what you wear or your just told ok you’ll be wearing
this…
B: Yeh the designer kinda
decides what we wear, we’re ok with it, all of the designs are great pieces.
PP: So it’s easy to do
then! Great. Thanks Brandi!
Thursday, January 15, 2015
Little Tokyo
OUTFIT DETAILS: TJMaxx shirt, Joe's Jeans, Rag & Bone booties, Dior sunglasses, BCBG purse
LA is one of those cities that no matter how long you've been living here there's always new territory to discover. I set out to spend the afternoon at the Hello Kitty exhibit with my daughter but ended up seeing so much more! Little Tokyo has so much to uncover from murals to architecture, and store fronts full of knick- knacks. Is it any wonder that an outfit post was inspired?
Wednesday, December 31, 2014
Rainy Dayz
I absolutely love leather jackets, they are the ultimate investment piece. I bought my first one from Bebe as a gift to myself after having my second child ( ok so it was the only way I could justify spending $350 on myself, pretty sound argument if you ask me)! I fell in love with this leather number because the hood gives it such a casual cool vibe and any shade of green works well for a red head. How do you wear your leather?
Tuesday, December 30, 2014
Neon & Black
Peter Pilotto for Target dress, Nine West booties
There's something about New Years that just screams wear black! But if your feeling anything like me and are just too exhausted to think about being sexy or sophisticated throw on a dress with a pop of neon. The neon lends a fun touch to the black, not to mention the mix of patterns on this dress. It may appear to be too much at first glance but its New Years, so go big or go home ladies ;) I would love to see what you're wearing for New Years, tag me in your Instagram pix @polishedpractical_style
Tuesday, December 23, 2014
Almost Famous
Wednesday, December 17, 2014
Polka Dots & Cut Outs
OUTFIT DETAILS: Zara top, Nordstrom Rack jeans, Nine West booties
Any top long enough to cover my butt has my vote of confidence! When work gets super hectic the last thing you want is to be adjusting your clothing every time you sit down, so this conservative at first glance blouse from Zara is perfect. Take that blazer off though and things get a little more sassy. I've always found showing a little skin on your back is far sexier than a ton of cleavage. What do you guys think of the cut out details?
Monday, December 8, 2014
Francesca's: Jewels of the Week
Moore Beaded Necklace $42
Ennis Jeweled Earrings $24
Taurus Pendant Necklace $12
Happy Monday! I hope you all enjoyed your weekends! I don't quite feel ready for it to be Monday so what better than to immerse myself in researching pretty jewels. It's a tough job but somebody has to do it! This week's pick is Francesca's - if you like what you see you better hurry because they have a Jewelry Bogo sale! Not a bad idea if you still need to buy some holiday gifts. I love just popping into the Francesca's in the Glendale Galleria and browsing the knick-knacks surrounding all of the jewelry, you'll definitely find some quirky items to buy friends. Enjoy the rest of your day!
Monday, December 1, 2014
Topshop: Jewels of the Week
Growing up in England Topshop was part of the fashion norm for any woman's wardrobe. Living in LA now I get excited to visit Nordstrom's Topshop section - the clothes ignite a little nostalgia. If you're looking for some holiday pizzaz at a budget friendly price check out the Topshop website for some stunners. Happy Monday!
Snake-effect multi-row collar $30
Faceted Bead Body Chain $70
Multi-chain crystal choker $45
Monday, November 24, 2014
Kate Spade: Jewels of the Week
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)