Deceivingly Not Naive

soooooo I've moved

2011-04-06T15:56:00.000-04:00

Check me out at www.deceivinglynotnaive.tumblr.com

just changin' it up a bit...
xo
clare

If you could be anyone for a day....?

2011-04-03T19:09:00.000-04:00

To me, a girl crush is defined as the following: A feeling of admiration, respect and attraction to another female. This may arise due to admiration, respect and attraction to this person's wardrobe, hair, choices, lifestyle, make up,personality, or accomplishments.

In the Case of Blake Lively, its all of he above. I want her wardrobe most of all, did you know she doesn't use a stylist? because she doesn't. She always looks impeccable and makes all the right choices. Her hair is long and full and everything mine is no, she hardly needs make up, but it is always beautiful and she never wears too much.

Recently, she has also been named the face of Chanel's Mademoiselle bag, and she is rockin' the ad campaign.

I love her style and she is effortlessly classy, makes great choices in her life and is easy to look up to and like. Here are a few of my faveeeee BL looks

Crepes, Pancakes and Eggs OH MY!

2011-03-16T19:18:00.000-04:00

So I went to brunch with my lovely gym-fam the other day. We had a lovely day, and it was just so delicious my mouth is watering as I type this. Here are a few silly little pics from da mornnnnin'

I am wearing a Gap cardigan, lululemon leggins and a vintage cropped floral tank.

That's abbbbby. <3

Moi puis Carmenn <3

Alana
Alexus
Ellie
From left to right.
They are so cute, lex looks a little perplexed, I think we were trying to decide what to order... andd ellie always fixin' her hairs. <3 Lany is just so cute, love the lace shoulders on her shirtttt <3

That's all for now! I really want breakfast now!!! xoxooxox Have a smiley day
clare

2011-02-22T12:35:00.000-05:00

Spring is in the air... sort of, not really, BUT I can pretend. For spring, there are so many awesome trends worth exploring. My last post focused in on the maxi trend, so I won't mention that in here, but here are a few of my other must-haves!!!

YSL spring 2011

Michael Kors Spring 2011

From Left: Isabel Marant, Chloe.

From Left: Calvin Klein, YSL, Dries Van Noten.

That's all for now, lovin' life today, watching movies with my sister and her friend! xoxoox

clare

Maximized

2011-02-21T19:43:00.000-05:00

One of the trends this season that I am loving, but not sure if I can pull off, is the maxi skirt/dress. I have a few favs from the spring 2011 runways....

From left: Dior, Jil Sander, Fendi, Jil Sander.

From Left: Lanvin, Lanvin.

From Left: Haider Ackermann, Michael Kors, Marc Jacobs.

From Left: The Row, Haider Ackermann.

These are all so gorgeous, I am going to try and figure out a way to make something like one of them, or somewhere here to buy something similar....Might be a challenge.... :s

xoxoxo

clare

Where did that money go?

2011-02-19T21:06:00.001-05:00

Shopping, first day of spring break, THE BEST. <3 I bought some sweet stuffff!

First, I got some super soft, sheer cotton shirts from American Apparel. I got a white shirt, a black shirt and blck tank top, and a light blue tank top, they were buy one get one free. I got super short shorts from american apparel, they have zippers on the side! I also got two pairs of over the knee socks from there too! And last, I got a really cute flowy, sheer top from a cute new boutique here, its by Pink Martini.

Me and my sista kathryn got our makeup done at a department store here, it was at the NARS counter and it was soo fun, she bought the green eyeliner she is sporting below!

Here kathryn is wearing two of my new shirts, and my new over the knee cable knit opaque socks.

My shorts are american apparel, and so are the socks. The shoes are aldo, and the shirt is Pink Martini.
That's all for nowww! xoxoxoxo
clare

Market in the Morning....

2011-02-19T20:50:00.001-05:00

The Farmer's Market, Saturday Morning, LOVE.

MMMMMMMMMMMM <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3

The Market.

Me and my friend from http://www.lamourrose.tumblr.com went to the market this morning! It was so great, I had a huge cinnamon bun, and a smoothie! She got a crepe as well, it had cheese, onions, arugula and double smoked ham.

mmmmm <3

Hunter Boots! What a great colour!!!

Love the matching bag and boooots!

It was raining! Felt Hat Time! <3

Isn't she just the cutest!!!! <3 <3 <3

So yeah, that was my morning, it was super funnnn then I went shopping, but more on that in a few minutes!! xoxo

clare

Paris with love

2011-02-15T16:21:00.001-05:00

Paris with love by clelan featuring geometric jewelry

Post-Valentines Sentiments

2011-02-15T11:55:00.000-05:00

Ok, so here it is yet again, the day after Valentines day, and I am again, confused. I really don't understand the holiday. I am not saying I don't like it, I love the candy, and hearts, and making cards for all my friends, going to dinner and getting two desserts! I had a really fun day, BUT what I don't understand, is all the bitter, angry people on Valentines day. I understand what its like to be alone, I have actually never been with someone on Valentines Day, I almost was this year, but that's just how it goes.

I really think, if people can embrace their single-ness and have fun with friends, and NOT sulk in their rooms alone, the day can be a fun excuse to spend some money, eat some good food, and watch bad movies.

Here are some of my favourite things with the Valentines Day theme....

Clutches!

From Top: Marc Jacobs Spring 2011, Kimchi Blue quilted clutch (available at Urbanoutfitters.com)

Shoes!

Top: Dolce Vita strappy platform wedges. Left: Cooperative platform square heel. (Both at Urban Outfitters) Right: Miu Miu spring 2011.

Beauty!

From Top: Lipstick Queen, Big Bang line. Chanel Midnight Red nail polish.

That's it for my Valentines Day Loves!
xox
smile and be yourself!
clare

Spring Cleaning

2011-02-03T18:40:00.002-05:00

So I changed my blog around a little bit, what are your thoughts?
Lindsay over at www.ldcdesigns.blogspot.com helped me with the links under the header! Thanks girl!
Lemme know! :D
xo
clare

Top Ten Tall Ones

2011-02-03T11:52:00.029-05:00

So, here are my top ten models of the moment, I am always taken by surprise of all the emerging talent. Here we go...

10) Shu Pei
Vogue China, May 2010

Agency: Next

Some Work:
- Ad campaigns with Maybelline, Vera Wang
- Editorials in Elle, Glamour, W, Teen Vogue

Why: She is elegant and interesting, I love her look.

9) Kasia Struss
American Vogue january 2010

Agency: Women

Some Work:
- Ad campaigns with Miu Miu, Jill Sander, Mulberry, Chloe, and Gucci

Why: I love her face, I think it is so beautiful and innocent, but with an awesome edge.

8) Freja Beha Erichsen
Chanel Fall 2010

Agency: IMG

Some Work:
- S/S ’11 Face of Chanel, ads with Louis Vuitton
- Editorials in Interview, V, Vogue, W, Numero, Harpers Bazaar

Why: I didn’t like her much at first, but seeing her around everywhere, I have begun to understand the hype. There is something very boyish, but beautiful about her at the same time.

7) Lindsey Wixson

Agency: Marilyn

Some Work:
- Ads with Miu Miu, Alexander McQueen, Mulberry, Versace.
- Editorials in W, i-d, and Vogue magazines.

Why: She is a great newcomer! I really can’t think of anyone right now who resembles her in the least, her full cheeks and tiny round mouth and gap-toothedness is so interesting.

6) Jourdan Dunn
Jean-Paul Gaultier Runway

Agency: Women

Some Work:
- Ad campaigns with Burberry, YSL, Calvin Klein
- Editorials in Teen Vogue, Vogue, i-d, V, pop

Why: She is a new mom and lookin’ great, its awesome to see she can balance family and her career as well. She is stunning.

5) Siri Tollerod
Elle Sweden February 2010
Agency: DNA

Some Work:
- Ad campaigns with Marc Jacobs, Miu Miu, Valentino
- Editorials in Vogue, Love, Numero, W,

Why: She is angelic and innocent looking but there is something haunting about her face. She is mesmerizing.

4) Coco Rocha
American Vogue

Agency: Elite

Some Work:
- Editorials in Vogue, W, Harpers Bazaar, Elle, Numero

Why: She is Canadian, and I find her personality shows through in her images wonderfully. Her catwalk irish dancing and stunning smile really set her apart from the rest.

3) Chanel Iman
Vogue Spain February 2010

Some Work:
- Walked in Tom Ford’s Special presentation S/S ’11
- Editorials in Vogue, Teen Vogue, 10, Harpers Bazaar, allure, i-d, V

Why: Her open and lovely face is so easy to look at, she has a way of coming across as care-free and happy.

2) Jac
Style Singapore

Agency: IMG

Some Work:
- Walked in the Tom Ford Special presentation S/S ‘11
- Editorials in W, V, and Vogue
- Ad campaigns with Calvin Klein, Marc Jacobs, Valentino

Why: I just love her look.

1) Karlie Kloss
American Vogue September 2009

Agency: Next

Some Work:
- Ad Campaigns with Dior, Hermes, Alexander McQueen, Chloe, YSL, Marc Jacobs, D&G
- Editorials in Teen Vogue, Vogue, W, WWD

Why: I have adored the ballerina turned model since I first saw her in Teen Vogue when she was just starting out. She is so fresh faced and in interviews she is very mature despite her youth. Did you know she loves baking? She sent cookies to some magazine editors she worked for.

Those are my favs for now!!
xoox
clare

Spring 2011 Couture

2011-01-31T14:20:00.001-05:00

Here are a few of my most favourite looks from the recent spring 2011 couture lines...

This Alexis Mabille look is so dramatic! The bow is a wonderful addition to the dress.

I have been on a clutch kick lately, this one from Armani Prive is really interesting,I love the depth it creates.

I couldn't decide between a few of the Chanel looks, I loved so many! But this one I would love to wear all the time! The pants were really cool in all the looks.

Along with the Chanel collection, the Elie Saab collection was one I could hardly choose between.

And finally, of course, Dior had some wonderful silhouettes, here are two of my fav looks.

Those are my fav looks, stay tuned for my top X number of models of the moment...
xo
clare

Pretty as a Picture

2011-01-30T17:15:00.001-05:00

Pretty as a Picture by clelan featuring stone rings

mmm love the prada tote

University Snow Day

2011-01-27T10:23:00.001-05:00

So I had the day off today because campus was closed due to weather! YES.
I should be doing my reading, but I decided to start that after lunch. Here are a few outfits I am planning on wearing sooooon!

Ok, my tummy is rumblin' and I have to read, that's all for now!
xox
clare

Love and Lust

2011-01-26T11:51:00.001-05:00

Love and Lust by clelan featuring a turquoise bangle

Winter Shorts

2011-01-26T09:32:00.000-05:00

I love wearing shorts, I really do, with huge gymnast thunder thighs, it is hard to find pants that fit at all! Shorts, dresses and skirts are the way to go, except for the fact that it is FREEZING here. SO tights are a great way to protect my leggies.

I also love my dark denim shorts with black tights, and my little tiny flower printed ones with my argyle tights! They are all great combos! :p

That's all for now, smile like you mean it.
xo
clare

1 Giant sweater, 4 Giant Statements

2011-01-25T19:47:00.001-05:00

1 Giant sweater, 4 Giant Statements by clelan featuring sequin earrings

I would love to curl up next to a fire with a book and some hot chocolate on this freezing January night!!

D and D

2011-01-21T15:03:00.001-05:00

D and D by clelan featuring rebecca minkoff handbags

a couple things to mix and match...

Kane you see what I see?

2011-01-16T13:09:00.001-05:00

Kane you see what I see? by clelan featuring silk skirts

Christopher Kane Skirts...<3

2011-01-11T17:31:00.000-05:00

So the other day, I checked my email, and behold, a notification that charlotte from www.fashionisknowledge.blogspot.com had awarded me with the stylish blog award!

I was pleasantly surprised, and super grateful, thanks girl!

So the rules are:

Rules for receiving the award:

1) Thank and link back to the person that awarded you this award

2) Share 7 things about yourself

3) Award 15 recently discovered great bloggers

4) Contact these bloggers and tell them about the award

Ok, I did a post about 7 things about me a year or so ago, so here are 7 new things...

1) I am currently sitting at work, reading the January issue of W magazine.
2) There is clementine juice all over my phone's screen.
3) I did gymnastics competitively all my life.
4) I worship Grace Coddington.
5) I have big shoulders...
6) I love fashion and shopping (obvi).
7) I have a sister

I follow and love a lot of blogs, and I am not sure if I could pick 15 favourites... Lame I know, but I have a bunch of syllabus, textbook and whatnot reading to do.

xo
clare

Key to my heart...COLOURS

2011-01-10T12:45:00.001-05:00

Key to my heart...COLOURS by clelan featuring rope sandals

Colour me impressed,! I love mixing brights, colour is the best remedy for the winter blues.. or greys.

Hold ME Tight.... CLUTCHES!

2011-01-09T20:52:00.000-05:00

Spring/Summer 2011 collections this season churned out some seriously amazing pieces. I am particularly smitten with clutches at the moment, I am lovin' the box clutch seen at Bottega Veneta, Alexander McQueen, Oscar De La Renta, and Diane Von Furstenberg. Here are a few of my favs!

               Bottega Veneta!!!!
                  (knot clutch)
      (above (3) and all 4 corners)

Diane Von Furstenberg!!!
(left, right and above)

Matthew Williamson!!! (above)

Alexander McQueen (skull clutches) - below and right.

Oscar De La Renta (below)

I am going on a hunt tomorrow for a cheaper version of these box clutches, I have a few places in mind! xo smile like you mean it!

oh darlin' don't you ever grow up, just stay this little...

2011-01-09T18:46:00.001-05:00

Tom Ford. The illustrious man of the moment. His current Vogue France project, a spread in the December 2010 issue, features little girls all dolled up in heavy makeup and luxe ensembles. It seems so innocent on paper, little girls playing dress up, harmless right? Wrong. In the spread, the little ones are solemn, and serious, portrayed as almost sultry. They are in extravagant clothes, and on a variety of sets, one of which includes a young girl sprawled out on a tiger rug. The lavish lifestyle and setting for these tiny girls is causing quite the stir in the media. The pictures are almost cute, but then a real look and you walk away feeling...dirty, for lack of a better word. The images taint childhood, and sexualize girls younger than ever before.

I am by no means saying that Tom Ford is not a genius, he truly truly is. He may have overstepped on this one though. Tom Ford, started out at Parsons in interior architecture. He focused on fashion his last year, but graduated with a degree in interior architecture. He was a fixture at Studio 54, where he found himself, and inspiration for his future collections. He got a job at Gucci in 1990, as the Women's Ready To Wear designer, he quickly took up the menswear and shoe design as well. In 1992 he took over as design director, and then in 1994 became Creative Director. He left the house in 2004, after also overseeing Yves Saint Laurent, where he was Creative Director when Gucci acquired the House. In 2005 he launched the Tom Ford brand. From then till now he has disappeared from Women's Wear a bit. In the January issue of Harper's Bazaar, the article on him shows that he is well loved and accomplished. People have missed him and his collection which he designed with specific women in mind was a huge success, women like Rita Wilson (Who's breast Ford apparently fondled at the fitting), Lisa Eisner, Julianne Moore, and Beyonce walked the runway in his designs.

Reading the article, these women love him, they are attracted to him, and he is portrayed as the greatest man on the planet. Trustworthy, intelligent, and sensitive. In my opinion, with this spread, he has gone a little too far. The girl with the toothbrush could be cute, but she is so serious, the lipstick stains on BEAUTE are sweet, but you don't notice them because you are so shocked by the little girl's appearance, the tiger rug is the most disturbing, along with the last one with the bunnies. The chair below left isn't great either.

That's all for now, what do you think of the latest Ford endeavor?

Hang Onto Your Helmuts

2011-01-08T23:55:00.002-05:00

Hang Onto Your Helmuts by clelan featuring fringe handbags
Helmut Lang that is! These pieces are so interesting. I loved trying to figure out what accessories to pair them with. The clothing is all Helmut Lang, and the accessories a a variety of names. What a wonderful husband/wife collaboration, Nicole and Michael Colovos are a match made in heaven.

let's go have a picnic

2011-01-08T22:49:00.002-05:00

let's go have a picnic by clelan featuring cotton skirts
I love the idea of a classic picnic in the country.