COFFEE OVER CONVERSATION

Fitzwell

2010-01-30T20:59:00.006-05:00

Best $159 I've spent in a LONG time. Well, $173.12 if you count tax and shipping...

And yes, we're already a month in but I've been gone for awhile (understatement) so Happy New Year!

Photo: zappos.com

Elizabeth and James Shoes

2009-08-28T22:05:00.004-04:00

Pardon my tardiness, as I've been out of the fashion loop for quite some time. I've known about this collection for what seems like forever,but never checked up on it. Low and behold, as was checking the Sak's website, I stumbled upon these babies from the new Elizabeth and James shoe collection. Here are a few of my favorites (and by that I mean here is most of the collection)...

The Bad News: Only 3 of the pairs are available in my size
The Good News: They're my 3 favorite pairs :)

Photos: saksfifthavenue.com

She's a Balmainac!

2009-08-20T02:10:00.003-04:00

This post has been weeks in the making, but not because it took that long. I really haven't had the time to sit down and gather all of my ideas into one coherent post.

For starters, I got that job I'd been hinting at. I can't say much, but let's just say I've been submerged in everything K-pop for the past 2 weeks or so...

Anyway, I'm currently waiting for subtitles for the latest K-drama "My Fair Lady" starring a very familiar face. Remember Yoon Eun Hye, well apparently she plays some sort of power bitch and I'm crazy excited. No, not too see her act, as I've been hearing her performance is kinda...
From what I can tell from the previews, chick is rocking some serious designer gear. Yes, she is wearing THE Balmain military jacket as seen
here:

She's also been seen in this tuxedo jacket:

...straignt off the Balmain Spring'09 runways:

...and she's not hurting things with that Chanel bag either.I'm staying tuned and hoping the show's fashions don't disappoint.

Photos: Kstyle and style.com

Pamela Love

2009-08-19T01:16:00.005-04:00

Not sure I have the balls to pull these Pamela Love fang earrings off, but I'm loving the aesthetic!

...more...

Brainchild...

...hard at work.

Photos: knightcat

Shopping..

2009-07-03T16:12:00.004-04:00

Today I hung out with the fam, ate the most amazing brownies, caressed a few handbags, tried on some ridiculous shoes, ran across a freeway, paroused Trader Joe's, bought gummy vitamins and fake Naked drink and ate bacon for the first time in YEARS. I'm not the biggest fan, but I was jealous of my sister's sandwich. Oh yeah, and I bought some wardrobe basics...

I start driving lessons in 2 weeks. Apparently the 'rents are sick of chauffering me around all the time. Yes, I'm 21 and and without a license. I'm disappointed in me too. Happy 4th of July all!

Photos: gap.com, oldnavy.com

The Streethearts

2009-06-27T02:54:00.004-04:00

Jacket: Tiger of Sweden
Pants: Mardou & Dean
Top: Gina Tricot
Shoes: Acne
Bag: Tiger of Sweden

Ideal. Summer. Outfit.

Photos: The Streethearts

ETA: This is NOT a photo of me, but yes homegirl looks AMAZING!

Remember the Time?

2009-06-27T01:48:00.002-04:00

For me.

Seeing Red

2009-06-19T00:11:00.011-04:00

I have an on again, off again love affair with the color red. In fact, it's the only real color that I ever really wear. The rest of the time I'm decked out in neutrals(mostly black/brown). In my last post I mentioned my infatuation with all things dark. Well kids, it seems I'm over it. Bring on the red!

I've already gotten myself a bright red manicure, I think I'll need lips to match. A trip to Sephora is definitely in order.

Also, expect a major update soon. With my recent obsession with all things Korean and research for a potential job opp (won't say much now) I've been exposed to some insane(in a good way!) style. Oh, and there will be some guy style(a first for CoC!) for sure. T.O.P anyone?

P.S: Sorry if this post seems incoherent/random/hard to understand. My mind is all over the place right now.
P.P.S: I purchased the most perfect ring today. Thinking about posting my small ring collection. Any objections?
P.P.P.S: I'm finally 21!!! Just thougtht I'd politely anounce it ;)

Photos: random saved image, tfs via Le Fashion

2009-06-14T23:13:00.004-04:00

Long story short, just got a brand new HP laptop (my old Dell crashed) so its back to blogging. After being computerless for so long, the first thing I did was check all my favorite blogs for missed posts, inspo etc. I about died when I saw these shoes on Raych's feet. I've always been intriqued by the gladiator trend, but never indulged feeling that the styles available in stores didn't really live up to their name. This target pair really fits the bill though. They're sort of a modern-day rendition of these..

What I love most about them is that they're not pretty. They're heavy looking and dramatic and BLACK. For some reason, even though it's summer, a time when lighter colors should reign, I can't get enough of the dark. The more dramatic the better! On top of that, I'm dying for fall to come so that I can bring out the neutrals. I've got it all backwards.Maybe I'm going crazy...or maybe the fact that I TURN 21 IN 2 DAYS is messing with my brain. Either way, glad to be back all!

Photos: fashion-era.com, target.com

Many Thanks!

2009-05-20T20:54:00.008-04:00

The lovely Maria Angela of Corkscrew Tales (she's also my hometown, woot!) recently notified me not too long ago that she had awarded me my first blogger award. I'm honored. Thanks again sweetie!

"Kim of COFFEE OVER CONVERSATION - one of my favorite fashion bloggers. This beautiful girl has such a daring eye for fashion!"
At this time, I'd also like to extend a great big THANK YOU to all my readers! CoC is approaching the year and a half mark, and it's all thanks to your support.

In addition, school's out meaning daily updates are back starting tomorrow. Be excited!!

Do You Know Yoon?

2009-04-26T18:47:00.010-04:00

Wow! It's been a month since my last post! Sorry all. Just got through the second round of midterms and now finals week is looming. Still trying to figure out why exactly I chose econ as my second major. I'll update more regularly in the future, promise. The last few weeks have been pretty bleh. It's pretty much been takeout and Asian dramas. I'm obsessed!! For the record, I highly recommend:

Boys Over Flowers (cheesy, but good)
1st Shop of Coffee Prince (favorite!)
Zettai Kareshi (so sweet)

In the midst of my new obsession, I found a new style icon. If you haven't heard if Yoon Eun Hye (Eun Hye Yoon), shame on you (kidding)! She's basically a Korean singer, turned actress/model, turned fashion icon. Rumor has it that LV wants her to rep the brand in Korea. This, and she got to make out with Gong Yoo (seriously guys, go watch "Coffee Prince"). I'm officially jealous!!

Photos: kpopculture.wordpress.com/chictopia via marie claire korea

Brand New

2009-03-25T20:51:00.005-04:00

My new bag the Hype 'Paloma' Tote. It has been permanently attached to my arm for the past 2 weeks. These images do it no justice. It's perfect from the shiny hardware down to the buttery soft leather. I would take real pics of this thing, but they would suck...my apartment has terrible lighting.

The title of this post comes from my new ringtone... Thanks sis for the idea and thank you mytinyphone.com for making it happen! If you know me...call a chick! So I can hear my ringtone, of course...

P.S: I added a Twitter widget to the sidebar. Feel free to follow me :)
kimfromcoffee
I just downloaded TwitterBerry to my Blackberry, so the updates should be flowing pretty soon..if that matters at all to you. Expect many typos...

P.P.S: Why has Gossip Girl been sucking so much lately? Try harder CW!

Photos: bluefly.com

Someone was bound to try...

2009-03-20T22:01:00.003-04:00

Gucci Triple Straps

Aldo Wannabees

The platform of kinda fail though...

Photos: saksfifthavenue, amazon

Trench Obsessed

2009-03-17T21:25:00.005-04:00

The title says it all. I'm thinking my next purchase will be a transitional trench since I give it, oh, 2 weeks before the NYC weather starts mind screwing me...Let me tell you, there's nothing more annoying than than NYC mornings in the early spring. I leave my house/dorm in 30 degree waether and by the then BAM it's in the 5mid 60s and I'm in a wool coat...sucks!

Obviously MK and I share a brain...

HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY!

Photos: ohnotheydidnt

Leave it to Kate...

2009-03-07T21:16:00.002-05:00

Of course La Lanphear would be rockin' the ring of my dreams!!!

Ring: Lanvin
Photo: Jak & Jil

Freeform Dish

2009-03-06T19:20:00.003-05:00

Elizabeth and James Freeform Dish Ring

Here's what's new:

I got bangs
I'm currently on my death bed...hence the update failing
I slept for 14 hours straight yesterday due to said illness ..that's got to be a record
Seafood paella is amazing! Thanks to mom for the fab lunch
I swear I saw Milo Ventimiglia in Soho the other day. I could have been hallucinating though. Not like the time I saw Erik from Gossip Girl in Chinatown...That was real!
I am on a desperate hunt for the perfect obnoxiously oversized ring. This E & J one might just do

Photos: shopbop.com

Rad

2009-02-26T23:03:00.001-05:00

Rad Hourani isn't helping my black boot addiction.

Photos: Jak & Jil

The short cryptic-y posts will end soon.It's midterm season and I'm dying. Why, oh why, am i taking 3 econ classes this semester...huh?

New Heights

2009-02-25T22:58:00.001-05:00

So basically four inchers are the new flats...

Photo: Jak & Jil

Frye-esque

2009-02-10T17:33:00.006-05:00

So, I decided that new boots would be a good idea..don't know why. I spontaneously ordered these. For the price and advertised quality (they're leather), no complaints here. Plus, don't they look a lot like Frye boots? Updates when they arrive.

If I had a posse....

2009-02-08T14:45:00.006-05:00

...it'd look something like this. Ok, maybe not...I don't really know Mr. West, so it's not fair to make any personal judgments, but he sure is "bright red in a grey world..." or whatever he wrote in that blog of his. I do fancy his briefcase, though. I saw a guy with a wooden one at the drugstore the other day...yeah, seriously, with a black handle and everything...made me smile a little.

On another note...sorry the blog's been down . With school (3d econ classes and my advanced journalism workshop) I'm swamped. That, and my comp. decided to catch a virus. I had to wipe the whole thing clean and start over. It's a love hate thing with me and this internet...

Photo: Jak & Jil

Bullets & Lexposure

2009-01-20T22:00:00.006-05:00

No, not the lethal kind...well, maybe...

Lost my camera charger...my life sucks at life...
My iPod and mp3 player died...they too suck at life...
I now own one of these!!! (Thanks mom...she's way too nice to me)
Rumi's boots!
The lovely staff over at Lexposure.net (an awesome networking site!) have asked me to be one of their contributors. Check it out, join and look out for my posts!!!

Yup, that's pretty much what's important to me right now. Regular/more interesting posts coming SOON!

I effing love KL!

Photo: teamsugar.com

Victoria Beckham Makes an Ad...

2009-01-12T12:28:00.003-05:00

I don't quite understand what this, but I like it.

Style Muse: Olivia Palermo

2009-01-11T18:26:00.003-05:00

Why does Who What Wear's GOTM seem a little bit familiar to you? Oh yeah, she's Olivia Palermo NYC "social" and star of The Hills' east coast spinoff The City. I'll admit that even though I watch The City, I don't quite like the show...yet. Maybe I'll come around, who knows. What I do love is Olivia's character. Is she friend or foe and why does she always look upset or puzzled? According to rumors, she's a bit tignt on money, hence her having to work, but she's not letting it afect her style. She's mastered the art of mixing designer pieces with dirt cheap ones, something that I'll need to do now that I'm on a tight budget myself. "It's the economy!"

Example: that white blouse, third pic from the left is from Kmart. KMART people, talk about mixing cheap and chic...

Photo: whowhatweardaily.com

Because I'm Already Excited!

2009-01-09T20:39:00.005-05:00

MAC + Hello Kitty, yes please.

I'm kinda loving the mature spin they put on this collection. Click here for more pics. Ugh, why isn't it February already?

Gotta Love Moms...

2009-01-03T19:15:00.005-05:00

So today the fam hit the local mall. I stayed home. A quiet house all to myself beats mall crowds anyday. In my absence, my mom bought me this for no reason at all.

Gotta love moms...