Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Petite Fashion Challenge #13

Petite Fashion Challenge #13



This month's petite fashion challenge was hosted by www.reallypetite.com   The goal is to created a Stylish for under $100: Put together a professional outfit (excluding shoes and accessories) for under $100  or Bonus points if you can put together a completed outfit includes shoes and accessories for under $100.


I am so excited about this challenge, because that's basically my idea for my everyday outfit.  I tried to find good quality, stylish, and yet not pricy garments. You can still look good withouth going over the top of your budget.

Lately, I am really into color blocking garments.  This simple color blocking blouse fits my daily simple style.  I like how it's only the front that has the colors, and the back of the blouse is plain. 
The knit skirt from H & M is super soft, and is very simple in style can be worn over and over again with many other ensembles. 


    Blouse: $16.99 from Marshall
    Belt: $5.99 from Marshall, purchased long time ago.
    Skirt: $5.95 from H& M ( Recently)  it comes in many different colors.  
    Shoe: Open toe pump $29.99 New Twist from Marshall, purchased long time ago. 


Total: $58.92
  



Sunday, February 26, 2012

Color Blocking Dress

Hi everyone, have a great weekend?

The weather is not totally warm up yet, but everywhere is selling spring/summer items.  I found this really cute color blocking dress, and can't wait to show everyone.  One of the trend for dresses is the short front ,long back hem line.  It creates the feminine, flowing, soft feeling.  I can't wait for the weather to warm up, so I can wear this dress.













Dress: Marshall
Sandal: Ellen Tracy (Marshall)

Friday, February 24, 2012

Sales Alert

Have fun shopping weekend  : )

Anntaylor Loft : 40% off select full-priced items with code SPRING40

H&M:  The $5 gift cards they gave out a few weeks ago are valid now.

Gap: 20% off with code GAPCHEER until 2/25.

Banana Republic:  30% off with code AWARD30.

Anntaylor: 25% off one full-priced item with code ANNWELCOME3 until 2/29.

Thursday, February 23, 2012

Lookbook: LBD Part I

Hello everyone:

having a great week?  I had a busy week, and can't for the weekend. : )
Recently, I just get my first LBD.  I know, I couldn't believe myself,too.  From TV to magazines, they all say LBD is a must have in closet.  I guess because of my work environment, I don't really need to dress up, so I never thought have getting a LBD.  I decided to give it a try, so I started with this simple quarter length sleeve LBD by H&M.    I like how this LBD is not too dressy, and also provide comfort.  It's 100% cotton and with tied string an the waist.  You can make it really tie, or leave it loose for casual look.  It also comes in different color. 





































Blazer: Marshall (Similar)                                                           Dress: H&M
Dress: H&M                                                                                Scarf: Marshall (Old) 
Shoe: Open Toe Patent Black Pump

Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Lookbook:Complementary Colors

Hello Everyone:

having great week so far?  Finally, the tempertaure is back to upper 70 degree.  Love the nice, but not too warm weather. : )
Spring's hottest hues are Neon, and Pastel colors.  I love the pastel colors, but not too much into neon's.  I saw some bright yellow, and green shoes and just don't really get it.  I picked up this cute scarf with some neon pink in it, and that's pretty much how I can take those neon colors.  ( BTW, I love scarves, and can never have enough of them.  : D  )



 


















Jacket: Anntaylor (Old)
T Shirt: Ruffle front henley from Old Navy
Jean:  Levi's from Marshall (Old)
Shoe: Open toe black patent pump

Sunday, February 19, 2012

Faux Fur Cardigan

Hello Everyone:

anyone get any good items this weekend?  There are tons of sales this weekend, and hope everyone get what they need?! 
I love love fur cardigan.  I found this cute faux fur cardigan at Loehmann's for a very good price.  It was originally $189 from the retail store, and at Loehmann was $59, and after all the discount, it came down to $26.  I couldn't be happier  : )


Cardigan:Vertigo (Loehmann)
T-shirt:Forever 21 (Old)
Jean:Marshall
Bag: LV











It's light grey with faux fur on the front collar.  It's quarter length sleeves, with longer body length.  It will be perfect for jeans, legging with boots, a cardign over a dress.  Can't wait to try with other outfits.

Thursday, February 16, 2012

Sales Alert

Weekend is coming, yeah.............................

Sales Alert:

Gap: President day upto 40% off   www.gap.com for details  sale ends 2/20/12

Old Navy:  15% off or 20% for $100 or more, use code:ONSAVEBIG

Anntaylorloft:  30% off full price purchase, use code: PRESIDENT

Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Lookbook: Black Blazer Outfit # 3

Hello Everyone:

This is the 3rd outfit I pair with the black blazer. Outfit 1 ,Outfit 2  I am so in love with this black blazer I bought not too long ago.  A well cut, nice material black blazer is a closet essential.



Blazer: Gibson from Marshall
Dress: from Marshall




Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Lookbook:Layers with faux fur vest, shirt and trench coat

Hello Everyone:

weather is extremely unpredictable, my best choices is layering.  It went from temp.78 degree yesterday to 63 degree today.  I have my faux fur vest on layering with trench coat.  It's nice and comfortable.



































The trench coat is light, has removable hood, and a belt.  The interesting part of this trench coat is the asymmetrical zipper, and the yellow lining which spiced up the trench coat little more.

The Bird-Print Charmeuse Blouses from Old Navy is really really cute.  The material is so soft, and perfect spring time. 






Trench Coat: Kenneth Cole from Ross (Old)
Vest: Faux fur vest (Old)
Shirt: Bird Print Charmeuse Blouses from Old Navy
Jean: Old
Shoe: Open Toe Black Patent Pump

Sunday, February 12, 2012

Lookbook:Black Blazer & Orange Stripe Blouse

Hello Everyone:

I hope everyone is having a great weekend.  Lately, I am so in love with the new black blazer (Here) I bought.  I have been wearing it pretty much everyday.  Today, I paired it with the new navy/orange stripes blouse.  I love the poping orange stripes.  There are many details to this blouse.  It has the fun details on the back, which slims the waist. The sleeves can roll up become 3/4 length for spring time.


    Blazer: Gibson from Marshall
    Blouse: Marshall
    Shoe: Open toe black pump (Old)                                                     

Friday, February 10, 2012

Lookbook:Black Blazer & Leopard Scarf

Hello Everyone:
It's Friday, yeah!  anyone is doing anything fun?
A classic black blazer is a must have.  You can dress it up , or dress it casual.  I am so lucky to be able to find this nice, good quality blazer at Marshall at $39.  It's quarter length sleeves with ruching details on the sleeves.  I like the small lapel, and the angle cut on the front of the blazer. It elongates my proprotion.  Most important, it fits me perfectly.  I don't have to do anything about it, and I feel so comfortable in it.  I couldn't be happier : )






















Tee: Old Navy Ruffle Front Henley Top (Here)
Blazer: Gibson from Marshall (Similar)
Scarf: Marshall (Old)
Jean:Levi (Old)
Shoe:Open Toe Black Pump (Old)
Accessories: 4 Wired Beading Bangles (Old)

By the way, I decided to return both of the Jason Wu dresses.  It's just doesn't fit right, and the quality was not what I was expected.


Weekend Sale Alert:

Old Navy: 20% off Use code:ONBIG20 Ends 2/12
Banana Republic: 25% off Use code: BRSTAYIN ends 2/12

Happy Shopping  : )

Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Maxi Skirt or Pleated Skirt

Hello Everyone:

I had a little time before my class today, I headed to Forever21to see what's new in there.  There are so many items in there, and I don't know what I should  look for.  As I walked around the store, I noticed lots of bright, neon colors.  Spring is almost here, and it might be a good idea to look for skirts.  I know maxi, and pleated skirts are in trend, so it might be a good idea to look for something like this.  Here are the items I tried on.

I like this pleated skirt, because it's an elastic waist.  I can wear it as a skirt or pull it up as a strapless dress with a belt on to show waist.
































I like the softness of this maxi skirt, but unfortunatelly, it's kind of sheer.  I don't know if I will be able to pull it off with this type of orange color.
































I love the print and the 3D effect flower on this t shirt.  It's super soft, comfortable.  The length of this t shirt is a bit long for me.  If you like longer version t shirt, this will be a cute one.

Tuesday, February 7, 2012

Lookbook:Printed Blouse With Batwing Sleeves

Hello Everyone:

Recently I have noticed lots of printed blouse coming out for spring.  Besides the regular short/long sleeves.  I found this really interesting "Batwing Sleeves"  printed blouse from Marshall for $14.99









         





                                       


You can see the batwing sleeves better when arms are open.  Another interesting part of this blouse is it has a little botton on the back that pull the waistline in.









 When the button is releases, it will have a more boxy look.

Blouse: Marshall
Jean: Old
Shoe:Black Patent Pump(Old)


Monday, February 6, 2012

Marni for H&M in stores March 8

A new collection of amazing pieces at affordable prices!


Photo from People style Watch

Jason Wu for Target Part II

Review and photos of 2 dresses by Jason Wu from Target.   I have to say, I was kind of disappointed on the sizing and the material of this line.  I was expecting a little bit better quality and sizing from this famous designer.

The 1st dress: Jason Wu for Target® Jersey Dress in Red/Navy Stripes  $34.99

The dress has no waistline, and this is in size:XS. It's very very boxy on me.



































It looks much better after I put on a belt. 


























                                                       








2nd dress:Jason Wu for Target® Dot-Print Shirt Dress in Cream $39.99

Again, the dress ( size:XS) is very boxy on me, but I do like the pleated details on the front and the back of the dress. 

                       
                                                                                           
The dress looks so much better with a belt on. I tried to add some color to this dress by put on a green cardigan ( from Anntaylorloft, purchase couple years ago.) 



                                                                                                                      

Should I keep either of those dresses?  Help!

























Sunday, February 5, 2012

Lookbook:Jason Wu for Target Part I

Hello Everyone:

hmm...........started with the Jason Wu for Target ............I didn't think it's going to be this big hit, but after reading several reviews from different bloggers,  it's a crazy day for the ladies  : )   I went into one of the close by target this afternnon, and almost everything from Jason Wu is gone.  I went to the dressing room, and looked around the rack, and spot a Jason Wu dress in XS ( wow! am I lucky or what? )  I didn't think the cut, or the print is very cute, but I decided to take it home and give it a try. ( will post the review, and photos tomorrow)

Here is the outfit I worn today!  I love my leopard Shoe : )

Cardigan: Bcbgeneration ( Old)
Denim: Zara (Here)
Shoe: Leopard by Melissa (Old)
Bag:LV(Here)































Friday, February 3, 2012

Sales

Hello Everyone:

Great sales this weekend. 

Anntaylorloft: 50% off select full-price styles, In stores & online  Use Code: SPRINGSALE

Anntaylor: 40% off full-price sweaters, In stores & online Use Code:ANNSTYLE

J. Crew: extra 30% off final sale items, Use Code: LOVEIT

Happy shopping  : )

Thursday, February 2, 2012

Pink & Pink

Hello Everyone:

We had a beautiful weather today in S. California. Perfect timing to tried on my new Zara Cropped black jean i got last weekend. The black jean was super comfortable, and the price was amazing,too.  It was originally priced $49, and I get it at $19.99.  I couldn't be happier.

Cardigan: Anntaylorloft (Old)
Ruffle Blouse: Anntaylorloft (Old)
Denim: Zara
Shoe: Open toe patent black pump (Here)

































Bananarepublic is having extra 25% off full priced item ends 2/5/12 Use Code:BRSUPER
J Crew extra 30% off on sale items.  Use Code : LOVEIT

happy shopping. :)