The Starving Stylist

I own this shit all week

2012-01-21T01:16:00.002-08:00

Blazer: GAP. Scarf: H&M. Wallet: LOUIS VUITTON. Watch: MICHAEL KORS. Aviators: GUCCI.

These snap shots were taken last weekend by the beautiful Alex and the lovely Matina during our brunch (or what I like to call "B&B"—"Bitching & Brunch"), which also included my favourite girl, Lily.

The weekend for me or what I like to think, is the time of complete indulgence—I eat like a heffer, sleep like I'm dead, spend like I've won the lottery and play like a champ. When you work 45 hours (even more at times) a week like I do, the time you can have off to yourself is beyond precious, it's actually what I believe is more valuable than a coveted Birkin—But don't get me wrong, I would still trade one of my internal organs for that bag if I was given the oportunity.

Everytime I am asked how my weekend was by others, my answer is always, "wonderful". I could have done absolutely dick all nothing besides eat a bag of chips and tweeze my eyebrows, but my weekend would still be wonderful because I didn't have to work and it was my free time to spend however I wanted. Free time is a simple thing that is often taken for granted, but really it's those simple things that make our lives appreciative.

How do you guys spend your free time?

Angela Matina + To Vogue Or Bust + The Starving Stylist + Bleed For Fashion

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Making it Count

2012-01-16T14:00:00.001-08:00

Parka: ROTHCO. Sweater: RODARTExOPENING CEREMONY.

Jeans: NUDIE. Boots: FLUEVOG. Bag: BALENCIAGA.

Even though it's not clearly shown through my blogging [and the pathetic lack of it], 2012 has been quite wonderful to me. . . so far.

I've kept most of my new year's resolutions and added a few more along the way. I also would like to mention that I have yet to shop or buy anything major since the new year has started. *pat on the back* BUT THEN AGAIN, I just received my credit card statements for last month and I think I'll be eating instant noodles for dinner for probably the next 6 months so I can pay off my all bills.

Therefore, if anyone is feeling generous and would like to treat me to dinner, I would be beyond happy to accept. . . and besides I think I make a pretty hot date.

Haha jk!

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A kiss to my lovers & a toast to my haters

2012-01-01T17:12:00.004-08:00

This year is going to be my year because I won't wait for things to go my way.

I WILL MAKE THEM GO MY WAY.

So a kiss my lovers and a toast to my haters, 2011 was quite the ride so lets make 2012 epic.

Happy new years everyone.

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Too much of anything is good for nothing

2011-12-12T11:37:00.002-08:00

Wool coat: ZARA. Shirt: H&M. Jeans: MOSCHINO. Penny loafers: COLE HAAN.

Socks: MISSONIxTARGET.

Fake eyeglasses have become quite a fashion trend over the years but let this be known that mine are actually real, lens prescribed and Tom Ford–I'm blind as a bat without my glasses or contact lenses.

Most people like myself who actually have vision problems think that eye glasses are the most annoying-get-in-your-way thing ever! Ergo, having contact lenses instead, but even that is a major bitch with its constant maintenance.

Remember as a kid when your mother used to warn you not to make constant silly faces because your face will end up staying like that? Yes well, being the giant prick that I am, I would tell people who constantly wore fake eyeglasses the same thing and that their vision will soon go bad if they continued to wear them. Mhmm.

I'm not a bitch. I'm just honest.

Photographs taken by Lily of Bleed For Fashion.

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All I want for Christmas is you & all the gifts on my list

2011-12-05T10:23:00.003-08:00

I've been a real naughty boy this year so I don't expect anything from Santa, so thats why I'm relying on "daddy" instead to spoil me with all the material needs my heart desires this Christmas.

You all can try to sound all modest as much as you want, saying that you don't wish for a lot on Christmas, but nothing says I love you like some ultra fine cashmere or a luxurious leather designer handbag… but then again, I'm just a selfish material whore who prefers Prada over love.

'tis the season to be spoiled.

1) CELINE luggage tote. $2,300
2) TOM FORD private blend 'Neroli Portofino' Eau de Parfum - 50ml. $250
3) BOSCH Tassimo single server coffee maker - TA6515UC - $250
4) YVES SAINT LAURENT Arty oval ring w/ black stone. $250
5) RICK OWENS high top side pocket cowhide sneakers. $1,321
6) BURBERRY mega check cashmere scarf. $675
7) NIKON J1 10.1MP interchangeable lens camera w/ 10-30mm VR lens. $650
8) ALEXANDER WANG Prisma giant black lambskin clutch w/ rhodium hardware. $425
9) APPLE iPad 2. $499

What's on YOUR Christmas wish list this year?

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Fitting perfectly to everything

2011-11-16T12:03:00.000-08:00

Hooded leather jacket: MARC BY MARC JACOBS. Denim vest: GAP. Tee: KID DANGEROUS. Jeans: PRADA. Boots: ZARA. Sunglasses: DIOR HOMME. Bag: ALEXANDER WANG.

Rapture—That's the feeling I get when I try something on and it fits perfectly, so perfectly that its as though that garment was made specifically for me, like that hooded leather beauty of a jacket I ["had" to] picked up at Marc Jacobs in San Francisco.

Do you ever get that feeling when you try something on and it feels so right that you just have to have it, even if you had to sell a limb or an internal organ to have enough to afford it? Call me crazy, but I certainly do because I'm the type that would sacrifice their first born for a Birkin if that was possible (I'm kidding, don't loose your marbles now). Anyways, we all have purchased something in our lives at one point that we wanted even though we couldn't afford it—What was one of YOUR items splurgingly purchased?

Photographs taken by Lily of Bleed For Fashion.

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Seasons change, so do we.

2011-11-07T09:30:00.000-08:00

Down vest: DIESEL. Shirt: AMERICAN APPAREL. Corduroy pants: H&M. Boots: FLUEVOG. Scarf: FRAAS. Nylon tote: PRADA.

Despite suffering the horrible retail nightmares of Christmas at my work, winter is my favourite season of the year.

I love being able to layer clothes, bundle up in a scarf and thick chunky knits, stomping around in tall boots, the warmth of leather gloves on your hands and wearing thick cozy socks. I love the winter season. . . or actually I think I'm just infatuated with what it enables me to wear because I'm not that keen on snow.

Oh well. Tis' the season to look damn good.

What's YOUR favourite season?

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The Starving Stylist's Weekend Picks for PRIVÉ

2011-11-04T16:52:00.005-07:00

I've given up on making excuses for buying anything I don't need in my wardrobe. I'm completely aware of the idea of needs before wants, but let's be frank because with exclusive deals on PRIVÉ, such as having up to 70% off a wide variety of some of your top favourite designer brands, it's hard not to indulge in to your WANTS.

So if you're hoping at beating me to the punch by purchasing the selected items pictured above, you better sign up for PRIVÉ now because they are available THIS weekend only, along with MANY others great items for men & women.

Happy shopping!

1) BSCOTT grey double closure pullover
2) JOHN VARVATOS olive green knit sweater
3) LnA black cotton cardigan with zip pockets
4) BSCOTT grey shawl collar short trench
5) NUDIE Thin Finn dusty black skinny jean
6) MB999 deconstructed cardigan

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Bridging over to the Golden Gate

2011-10-26T12:00:00.001-07:00

There are not enough words that I can type in this blog entry nor pictures I could post up that could justify how fantastic my recent trip to San Francisco was. From wine tasting in Sonoma to fine dining in Mill Valley, brunches in South Park and shopping sprees in Union Square to twerkin' the dance floor at the clubs with my boy Shafiyi and the ultra fabulous Anna T. of i need a social life blog—San Francisco was amazing.

Also, this trip was a realization of how fortunate I am to have a current particular person in my life that loves me enough to stick around despite knowing how psychotic and demanding I may be—Finally... Someone who adores me and all of my 58,625 flaws. Thank you my Anh. xo

So. . .what sort of delightful finds did I get in San Fran you may ask? Let's just say it's something leather, black, wearable, expensive, hooded, begins with the letter M and ends with the word Jacobs. Can you guess what it may be?

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Nothing Too Farfetch

2011-10-17T10:24:00.003-07:00

I honestly should be packing for my weeklong trip away out of town right now, but I just can't pull myself away from the computer and farfetch.com.

This online boutique is THE boutique of all fashion and its lovers. It has a tremendously stunning selection of mens designer jackets to basic staple pieces that everyone should have in their closet to even something more luxuriously avant-garde like Rick Owens boots, which I personally would trade one of my internal organs to be able to own a pair of his leather beauties.

Anyways, I know I'm completely procrastinating on my packing for my vacation away, but after salivating over just about every leather piece I came across on farfetch.com, I'm at the point that I may just bring an empty suitcase on my trip, so I can just fill it up with an entire new wardrobe!

1) RAG & BONE varsity jacket w/ leather sleeves $690.00
2) SUNDAY 21 printed tee $90.00
3) LINDA FARROW by RAF SIMONS aviator sunglasses in black acetate $319.00
4) ACNE "Gym" sweatshirt $218.00
5) ALEXANDER WANG "Eugene" leather bag $981.00
6) KSUBI skinny jean in plum $170.00
7) RICK OWENS suede biker boot w/ front zip fastening $1,525.00
8) DIESEL BLACK GOLD leather belt w/ loop fastening $159.00

Bon Voyage!

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Deal with it.

2011-10-10T15:57:00.004-07:00

Trenchcoat: BURBERRY LONDON. Chambray shirt: AMERICAN APPAREL. Cotton turtleneck: AMERICAN APPAREL. Jeans: PRADA. Boots: FLUEVOG. Sunglasses: DIOR HOMME.

I am a bargain hunter—I know a good deal when I see one. . .well but then again, I consider 15% off on a coveted Chanel bag a complete steal. But when you have an offer of 50 bucks for $25, well you'll be stupid not to pick up an offer like that.

With that said and for someone with a shopping addiction like myself, I just HAD to pick up an offer like that on TeamBuy.ca, where the deal was a $50 credit for $25 at American Apparel because a person can never have enough basics in their wardrobe.

So to all my fellow Canadians out there, sign up for TeamBuy.ca and check out their daily deals to start saving hundreds of dollars on local activities & services, salon visits & restaurant meals, travel packages and more.

I visit everyday and to be quite frank, I can't wait for the day when there will be a deal on botox injections or liposuction because I'll be buying as many as I can for myself and to give away as Christmas presents.

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Adding colour into darkness

2011-10-06T00:00:00.001-07:00

Denim shirt: H&M. Canvas shoes: MARC JACOBS. Bag: MULBERRY.

There's nothing like a little retail therapy to fix a bad day right? Well I've been having a rough week—the sort of kind where you would like to crawl into a dark black hole with a giant bag of Cheetos and die. So aside from spoiling myself with a brand new tweed sport coat for the winter (which I TOTALLY did), I spent an evening being pampered at the salon.

Fresh cut, added colour, polished look and a revitalized attitude–This was exactly what I needed and colourist extraordinaire, Calvyn Cass definitely delivered it to me. Calvyn, took my "never-been-coloured-hair" virginity and after experiencing him doing so, I definitely will come back for more. Thank you Calvyn, I hope it was good for you as it was for me ;)

Check out Calvyn's portfolio & book your appointments with him on his website: www.calvyncass.com

P.S. Have you checked out my interview with the lovely Valerie Tiu for Vancouver is Awesome? Whether you consider me a local celebrity or a joke, it's a damn good interview so read it. THE INSEAM VOL.17: PETER TY

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Return of the Ascots

2011-09-26T07:00:00.002-07:00

Suit jacket: J.LINDEBERG. Shirt: ZARA. Scarf: VINTAGE CHANEL.

Truth be told, I don't like wearing neck ties—I find them uncomfortable and restricting, which is oxymoronic because I buy sale shoes two sizes to small all the time that are beyond binding and restrictive. So who am I to say what comfort is anyways.

Ergo, I choose to wear scarves tied as ascots instead. I have dozens of scarves, most of them silk. I love the versatility of them—They can be worn many sorts of ways, aside from being around your neck because I will tell you now, if I was to ever break my arm, I'm going to use my Alexander McQueen skull silk scarf as a sling. Just sayin'.

How would you guys wear scarves aside from around your neck?

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White on Labour Day

2011-09-05T11:45:00.005-07:00

Shirt: H&M. Jeans: AG ADRIANO GOLDSCHMIED. Shoes: FLUEVOG. Bag: MIU MIU. Belt: HERMES. Aviators: GUCCI.

It's an ol' school rule that you should not wear white after labour day, but I'm not really the type to follow rules because normality bores me.

If anything, fabrics in the closet should be re-evaluated first. Linens are the first to be packed away & to not see the light of day until next season—NO matter what colour they may be.

White dress shirts & blouses are obviously all year round, so don't fret about that. As for white pants, switch to a winter-white wool trousers instead and I wouldn't necessarily put away white denim just yet. Nothing looks ski lodge chic than white denim in the wintertime with a wool, chunky cozy sweater or turtle neck with some leather boots.

What's your take on white after labour day?

Photographs taken by Lily of Bleed For Fashion.

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Any Press is Good Press

2011-09-04T17:30:00.006-07:00

In much news of the attention craving Starving Stylist, I was featured in this month's issue of Vancouver View Magazine! It may not have been a centrefold of the magazine and even though I had to share the limelight with ~~three other bitches~~ three other lovely ladies on the page, I certainly am grateful and humble to have been featured in the article along side with some of the city's freshest talents.

Pick up a copy at your local news stand or check out the feature online HERE.

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Love the Escape

2011-08-29T06:02:00.000-07:00

Sweater: GAP. Shorts: ASOS. Boat shoes: TOMMY HILFIGER. Hat: 1773. Watch & Bracelet: MICHAEL KORS & TATEOSSIAN.

You know what people spend the majority of their lives doing?

Escaping from them.

I find my escape through splurging on a new pair of shoes and through music. . .or in a giant glass (or two… NO, make that three) of vino, whatever is more convenient during that time and place of course.

How or what do you guys do to "escape"?

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We're not always OK.

2011-08-25T00:58:00.001-07:00

FASHION 156: The Tailored Issue. Photography by Rupert Tapper/ Styled by Guy Hipwell
Photos courtesy of Fashion 156.

Whether you're hiding your tired eyes through a pair of black, thick framed Dior shades or adding another layer of collagen infused lip plumper to mask your frown, do whatever makes you happy. Don't rely on anyone's opinion or judgements—it's you that has control of what you want to make of it.

I am not ashamed to say that I hide behind a visage of fancy clothes—It's my protection, my shield—It's what makes me comfortable with who I am and I'm not about to change any of that anytime soon.

We're all human, some bitchier like myself more so than others, but we're all just as vulnerable when you're left stripped to the core. So please think twice before you pass any sort of negative judgement on anyone you don't even know.

Just sayin'.

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I LIKE MY COKE DIET & MY CLOTHES DESIGNER.

2011-08-09T17:54:00.004-07:00

Sweater: RODARTE X OPENING CEREMONY

I like my Coke diet & my clothes designer.

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Nothing Short of Anything

2011-08-02T20:37:00.004-07:00

Blazer: GUY LAROCHE. Tank: TOPMAN. Shorts: H&M. Belt: H&M. Shoes: JOHN FLUEVOG. Clutch: LOUIS VUITTON. Aviators: GUCCI. Watch: MICHAEL KORS.

I'm aware that these shorts are about 6 inches shorter than the average guy's pair but I'm perfectly content about it because I'm anything but normal—my shrink can vouch for that. *ahem*

I have a friend who has this same pair of shorts in the exact same size thats pictured above, but it looks completely different on him than it does on me. . . . well DUH. I'm like half a foot taller than he is, so my long ogre-like spider legs make these shorts look like booty shorts while instead for my friend, they look like capris.

Anyways, I'm cramming as many wears of anything summer & shorts while I can right now since Vancouver's summer weather is a month behind schedule.

With my fingers tightly crossed, I hope the warm weather sticks around longer in city.

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HOLLYWOOD—I was made for this neighbourhood.

2011-07-21T07:52:00.000-07:00

'INTER NOS'

If I could describe my recent trip to Los Angeles in one word, it would be, OPULENT.

The shopping, the ridiculously good looking people, the confident attitudes, the wild nightlife, the delicious food, [the plastic surgery], the crazy pool parties, the fast rides and even faster lifestyle, everything is over the top—Just how I LIKE IT.

I may be getting ahead of myself, but I felt just right at home. So Hollywood, maybe I was made for your neighbourhood?

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Birthday Candles in La La Land

2011-07-14T16:52:00.003-07:00

How did I spend my birthday?

By shopping on Rodeo Drive in Los Angeles and spoiling myself with some new Louis, Marc, Wang & Miuccia. By having cocktails & wine with 3 amazing individuals by a pool on a hotel rooftop while the Californian sun set was a backdrop. By doing something so scandalous to say out-loud that it allowed me to cross off one of the many things on my bucket list to do before I die. And by indulging in the greasiest meal at In&Out Burger as though calories no longer existed—My birthday was amazing beyond words.

Thank you again for everyone's birthday wishes. I never have felt so special & spoiled with love in my life. Thank you.

. . .much more on my trip to L.A. to come.

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All I want for my birthday & a bag of chips

2011-07-07T09:11:00.000-07:00

For almost 10 years now, I've wished for the same thing every year on my birthday. It has yet to come true nor it will any time in the near future or maybe even at all. I just know that, "the best things in life, aren't things."

…But I'm a selfish cow and until that day when my wish is slapped across my face, I certainly will be content with some of these flashy new goods listed here.

1) Alexander McQueen knuckle Duster nappa box clutch $2, 012
2) Chanel J12 Chromatic $5,800
3) Gareth Pugh golden hook ring $98
4) Giacomorelli leopard horsehide loafers $625
5) Louis Vuitton Monogram Mascassar canvas long wallet $820
6) Apple iPad 2 - 32GB Wi-Fi & 3G $750

Happy birthday to myself.

Goodbye Vancouver and see you in a few hours Los Angeles!

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Better Late Than Never

2011-07-04T13:00:00.001-07:00

Sweater: DIESEL BLACK & GOLD. Tank: VINCE. Trousers: GAP. Shoes: GENERIC SURPLUS. Wallet: LOUIS VUITTON.

Summer or what I like to call, the season of short shorts and sandals has ~~finally~~ somewhat arrived in the city of Vancouver. But with the city's weather that's quite similar to my constant mood swings and spirals, you never know when it will sunny or rainy.

I'd like to say that I am a huge "ray of sunshine" but I can be the darkest cloud on a rainy day to a complete tornado that can rip anything in it's path a new one by just a flick of a switch. So to be frank, everyone should be glad that Vancouver's weather is not as bipolar as my personality.

On another note, 4 days till my trip to LA! YAY!

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Something to Look Forward to

2011-06-20T10:51:00.002-07:00

Blazer: GAP. Shirt: H&M. Trousers: TOMMY HILFIGER. Shoes: FLUEVOG. Belt: PRADA.
Bag: BALENCIAGA.

My birthday is about three weeks from now and for the first time since I was little kid who traded Pokemon cards, I am REALLY looking forward to celebrating it this year. . . ONLY because I won't be in town. Hellssss yeah!

Where my L.A. blog readers at?! You best polish them stilettos, get your nails did, weave in place and lock away your boyfriends because the Starving Stylist is coming to town!

Photographs taken by Lily of Bleed For Fashion.

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The Starving Stylist for Blanche Macdonald

2011-06-12T19:19:00.006-07:00

If only my mother could read English and understand what I actually did for a living, she wouldn't be so worried about my direction in life. I can show her this great article by Blanche Macdonald Centre, where I completed my Fashion Merchandising program, but all she'll narrow into is the smug looking pictures of myself and say, "Why youuu carry purse?" and "You buy tooo much clothes. Stop it."

Oh mommy, if you are ever able to see my blog for the first time and are able to read this, I love you. I'm happy now, you don't to worry about me anymore.

Anways, check out this article about how the Starving Stylist all began and where yours truly is now, HERE.

Lastly, THANKS a bunch to everyone at Blanche Macdonald Centre for this wonderful article. I know I've been quite the media troublemaker in the past year and a half, but that never stopped you from believing in me. Thank you.

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