4th and B

WIth age comes wisdom; among other things

2011-07-29T15:15:00.000-07:00

Taken last weekend- Jess, myself and Julissa (2011) (27yrs)

Not everyone wants to get older.

But

it's the process we all go through.

SO with age comes wisdom, right?

True in most cases but some people aren't prepared for the other things that come with age. Or are told that your genes make up how you will look or act when you are older. That does hold true in a sense, but you also have the power to get the results you want.

Me when I was a baby with my beautiful mother, whom I thank for passing on good genes!
<3

I've always been told that I look much younger than I am. Sometimes, even as young as 16! lol As I get older I am starting to like that compliment more and more. And although I have my genes to thank for that. I did have a big part in it too.

My mother (46) ; 2011- even stll now looks awesome for her age =)

Believe it or not I had no skin care regimen before I went to college!

Me at 19 (before any skincare regimen what so ever)

Usually just wash my face at night and not much else. I hardly wore makeup so I felt, what do I need to use all that skin care junk for?

But they make that stuff for a reason and as we skip over it at the makeup counter and go straight for the makeup, you should really be checking out those creams/serums.

Back in college I used to dorm at the all girl building and it was there that I learned about skincare and even health care as well.

I befriended lots of Asian girls and they seemed to have the secret. They were in their 20's, but looked mere children, some passing for 15 and even I dare say 12! I wanted to know how in the world they were doing it. Or were they just blessed with

"what they're mama gave em?"

I'd see them bringing bags full of creams/masks/serums and face washes to the bathroom at night, when all I had was my toothbrush/toothpaste and mouthwash. I asked, "what's with all the goodies in your bag?" "Oh, it's my skincare regimen."

Skincare regimen? Was this girl serious?! I was thinking, you are too young to be worrying about wrinkles/aging when you are not even 21 yet!

But boy was I wrong!

Since then I began using the creams/face washes/etc., that they happily shared with me. Most of the stuff you could only find in Asia. But hey, they really made a difference on my skin! I could instantly feel and even see the way my skin looked more youthful.

Me at 22; (after a few years of solidly using a skincare regimen)
my face became more youthful and even brighter

I'm not saying you have to start saving your pennies and take a trip to Asia, but if you haven't already started a skin regimen and you are over 18, (yes 18), then you better get moving.

First, go to a local makeup counter that has skincare and schedule and appointment. Check out all the options and choose the best one for you!

Me last year; 2010 (26 yrs) eating yummy korean food

Products you should try:

Dior Capture Totale (anti-aging)

Capture R60/80 XP Ultimate Wrinkle Restoring Creme $110

Capture Totale Intensive Night Restorative Creme $140

Capture Totale Multi Perfection Creme $130

Capture Totale Multi-Perfection Concentrated Serum $135

Jergen's All Purpose Face Cream $4

(this seems to be the cream that can do it all)no joke!

Queen Helene Grape Seed Extract Masque $3

(awesome mask without the pain)

Now I have a little sister and I will surely pass on all my secrets to her =)

Danielle + me = SISTERS <3

NEW FB page for VINTAGE BUFFET

2011-07-16T22:21:00.000-07:00

I've been doing A TON for my shop to come together!

Even made a new FB page =)

Please add yourselves to it and more pix soon to come!

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Vintage-Buffet/133467133405811

Ooh la la Inspiration...

2011-07-15T19:29:00.000-07:00

ANNA KARINA

60's french new wave film icon

Back in Business

2011-06-25T14:24:00.000-07:00

Very soon will be the launching of

Vintage Buffet.

Lots to fall in love with for all you vintage junkies~!

Can't wait!

STAY TUNED

Easter Sunday

2011-04-26T14:59:00.000-07:00

Started the day with church in the morning with my family; had a lot I needed to thank God for =)*

Ate some yummy barbacoa for breakfast and headed to my parent's friend's home for the Easter celebration.

More delicious food was waiting in the BBQ pit, along with rice crispies treats (my personal fave) and other snacks in the kitchen.

My sister and nephew enjoyed themselves with the Easter egg hunt and all the toys they got in their baskets~

Danielle with her Easter eggs

My brother Rob and my nephew Ian

I think the whole family had a blast and I was really happy to finally spend a holiday together with them. The last few years I'd been away living on my own in a totally different state. I missed the get-togethers and enjoying time with them. I'm glad I am in Texas with them at the moment.

My bro's girlfriend Jess and me =)

The backyard was huge and had it's own park which the little ones had fun with.

Ian on the slide

Jess and I also took advantage of the lovely scenery...

Jess with a handbag from 'Vintage Buffet'

the scene was super cool

ballet moves lol

~Easter bunny piñata~

Hope everyone enjoyed their Easter!

VENA CAVA

2011-03-27T13:32:00.000-07:00

FALL 2011 RTW

Berets, maxi skirts/dresses & velour galore!

brilliant 90's revival

Vintage Baby

2011-03-01T13:14:00.000-08:00

I've been doing major vintage shopping trips

for "Vintage Buffet" and now it seems I

have a new muse and partner!

Introducing my 3 year old sister, Danielle!

I am teaching her to spot all the vintage treasures.

She definitely loves trying on the finds afterwards =)

Her threads:

Look 1

hat: Urban Outfitters

shirt: vintage (styled into a dress for her)

belt: forever 21 kids (her own)

sandals: Soda

*{pic 2 of Look 1} embroidered bag: vintage

Look 2

sleeveless top: vintage (styled into a dress)

belt: forever 21 kids

pearl bow bracelet: forever 21

Look 3

floral top: vintage (styled into a dress)

belt: forever 21 kids

Look 4

80's floral esprit top: vintage

blk leggings: gap kids

toy monkey: Dan Dee

♥

never looking back...

2011-02-27T14:43:00.000-08:00

Dear Readers ♥

So lately I have been in a very positive & focused mode.

My life seems to be going extremely well and all I

can say is, "it's about time."

My career is in full swing, my ventures are looking

super promising and my personal life is serene.

I am looking forward to what lies ahead and there

is finally nothing in the way of achieving my goals!

& I enjoy reading emails I get from readers and all

the sweet comments =) Thank you all!

My threads:

hat: Urban Outfitters

lace top: Eyeshadow

bird print shorts: Swoon

Yigal Azrouël

2011-02-17T15:37:00.000-08:00

ANDROGYNOUS BLISS!

Im a huge fan of mixing feminine and masculine styles,
this collection does it beautifully

Yigal Azrouël Fall 2011 RTW

Oh love!

BUCKLER

2011-02-16T00:24:00.000-08:00

MENSWEAR FAVORITE

♥

Vintage Buffet

2011-02-15T12:00:00.000-08:00

OUR NEW STORE

*LAUNCHING SOON*

PICS TO COME!

Rebecca Minkoff

2011-02-12T01:07:00.000-08:00

Favorite Collection

of the Day

♥

Fashion Week has BEGUN !

2011-02-11T02:27:00.000-08:00

Our favorite collection

of the day

S T E V E N A L A N

Collections we ♥

2011-02-06T13:00:00.000-08:00

SPRING LOVE

[2011 Spring Ready-to-wear]

On the 'hunt' for Accessories

2011-02-02T01:02:00.000-08:00

Our favorites

KENZO

2011-01-29T10:31:00.000-08:00

Can we admit we are a little

OBSESSED??

Kenzo Resort 2011

Christian Dior Resort 2011

2011-01-28T19:52:00.000-08:00

Just because we have a special

place in our heart for

Christian Dior

and because we j'adore

the French New Wave style...

We Love you.

Christian Dior Spring 2011 Couture MAKEUP

2011-01-26T12:55:00.000-08:00

Pat McGrath & Orlando Pita

do wonders at the show for hair and makeup

ENJOY!

Proenza Schouler PRE-Fall 2011

2011-01-25T11:06:00.000-08:00

Navajo Nation

2011-01-24T20:54:00.000-08:00

Love <3

DEAR CM

2011-01-19T11:45:00.000-08:00

So our email is full of questions from fans!!

SUPER EXCITED

Dear CM,

What's your favorite trend for 2011??

-fAsHiOn_fIx88 {London, UK}

Dear Fashion_Fix88,

Our favorite trend has to be the 70's! Whether it be disco or flower child, we love all the prints, colors and big hair it brings to the table! Pair some huge sunglasses and a long floral maxi dress with a hobo bag for the ultimate chic look. Also a lace babydoll dress with lace up suede boots and get out those irons to make a statement with sleek hair.

<3 coquette moderne

D&G RTW 2011

Anna Sui RTW 2011

Retail Therapy

2010-12-24T08:26:00.000-08:00

I've been working very hard these past few

weeks and decided to reward myself with a

few shopping trips here and there.

No harm done =)

Here's what I got...

Make Up For Ever HD High Definition Foundation, I use 127 Dark Sand

Shiseido Tsubaki Shampoo & Conditioner, I recommend this to
everyone who wants super soft, shiny and awesome smelling hair!

Vasia polka dot top, Urban Outfitters

Yellow is Gold dress, Urban Outfitters

Super warm earmuffs, [got these at a boutique in Soho]

Houndstooth Faux Fur hat, Wet Seal

Floral print sunglasses, Forever 21

Sherpa Heels, Urban Outfitters

Bow bracelet w/pearls, Forever 21 [reminded me of Hello Kitty's bow]

Merry Christmas!

Dear Santa, I was good this year!

2010-12-08T19:18:00.000-08:00

Naughty or Nice?

WHY NOT BOTH?!

Shop the new arrivals at

N A S T Y G A L

Put them on your Christmas Wishlist!

shopnastygal.com

ハローキティ

2010-12-07T16:47:00.000-08:00

Hello Kitty

Sanrio Pop-up Shop

Thursday 12/9

Noon-8pm

Herald Square NYC

All you Hello Kitty fans come as the brand

has their final stop of their pop-up tour

here in NYC, to bring you all the

beloved characters in the

form of a small gift truck!

12 Days of Dresses

2010-12-01T23:25:00.000-08:00

Urban Outfitters

New Campaign for the Holidays

Check out the 12 beauties

1. Partridge Dress

2. Dove Dress

3. French Dress

4. Bird Dress

5. Golden Ring Dress

6. Gosling Dress

7. Swan Dress

8. Milkmaid Dress

original pic wouldnt come out so i grabbed this from Urban's blog!

9. Ladies Dancing Dress

10. Lords Leap Dress

11. Pipers Dress

12. Drummers Dress

Which one will your true love give to you??

& they're available at the Urban I work at:

Urban Outfitters

162 2nd Avenue

New York, NY 10003