DRESSED IN DREAMS

BABY MOON

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid chaaban) — Tue, 03 Nov 2015 00:12:00 +0000

peptopink

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid chaaban) — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 15:49:00 +0000

pink t-shirt dress, ralph lauren; earring, RAFA samples;

I've never been a huge fan of wearing pink, or buying pink items. For some reason knowing that I'm having a girl has gotten me to embrace the girly hue. I even added Peony Pink to my line as a tribute to being pregnant while developing my shoes. Being pregnant has totally changed my view on clothes, and the way I consume fashion. I've really started to zoom in on the things I really like, and appreciate about clothes like special cuts, and certain fabrics. Before when I was a size 0 I could pretty much just take a look at a piece on a hanger and know it will fit good and look great, but as I've grown with this baby I've realized how cuts really make the biggest difference. Maternity clothing is awfully designed, and really what a shame because this is a time when women really would love to find cute things to make them feel better when their feet are the size of elephants. As the end of my pregnancy approaches, I'm now starting to make lists of new clothes I'm excited to buy and wear especially for fall.

RAFA

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 17 Jun 2015 19:16:00 +0000

Last year I decided to quit my day job to take a leap of faith and pursue something I've been dreaming of doing since I was a very young girl. RAFA is a collection of luxury footwear designed by me and manufactured in Los Angeles by a group of 20 artisans. If you read this blog from time to time, you might have noticed I've been wearing some of the styles in a few previous posts. Well now the collection is launched!

I wanted to create this line because I have always been obsessed with shoes, and found that there is a lack in the market for a small collection of classic styles that I can wear now, would have wanted to wear 10 years ago, and would still want to wear when I'm much older. I believe in designing and buying items that will withstand time and trends. It has been a long journey getting this venture started and off the ground, I've learned starting your own business is not easy AT ALL. I have big goals for this thing, and hopefully one day I can achieve them!

To learn more and shop, please visit: RAFAUSA.com

windy & white

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid chaaban) — Sat, 23 May 2015 18:10:00 +0000

handmade dress, mexico; sandal, RAFA; bag, piero guidi;

morningtime in barra

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid chaaban) — Mon, 18 May 2015 16:19:00 +0000

dress, walk trendy;

at the marina

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid chaaban) — Mon, 20 Apr 2015 18:31:00 +0000

striped dress, walktrendy; sandals, RAFA;

I am starting to embrace the baby bump, and figured nothing shows it off more than vertical stripes! My husband and I spent the week on a boat in Mexico and I wore this to go out to dinner beachside in Barra de Navidad which is a beautiful little fishing town in Jalisco with the most incredible sunrises and the sweetest small town simple life.

a bucket hat and hoops

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid chaaban) — Thu, 09 Apr 2015 23:16:00 +0000

bucket hat, koshka; pompom hoops, josie carr;

when i find accessories i like, i tend to wear them over for much longer than considered appropriate. these earrings were hand-made by a sweet young girl named Josie Carrbrighton, and i've been wearing them almost on the daily since the begining of last fall.

april seventh

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid chaaban) — Tue, 07 Apr 2015 23:46:00 +0000

today my husband and i are celebrating our two year anniversary. i thought it would be fitting to share some of our wedding photos. i designed my wedding dress and veil, the handmade headpiece is by Arsi Art on etsy, my earrings are white gold opal and diamond, my shoes are miu miu, everyone in our party wore black, the bouquet and center pieces were made of anemones, and photos were taken by mher vahakn.

a little striped vintage balmain

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid chaaban) — Thu, 19 Feb 2015 22:53:00 +0000

vintage dress, balmain; sandal, marni; leather pouch, american apparel;

for days when i dgaf

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid chaaban) — Fri, 06 Feb 2015 17:00:00 +0000

silk tunic & jeans, vintage; sandal, marni;

on the grid

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid chaaban) — Tue, 20 Jan 2015 01:04:00 +0000

dress, stylebyyam; sheer hosiery, wolford; flats, RAFA; purse, piero guidi; earrings, j.J.C clothing;

do not talk to me, I'm dancing

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid chaaban) — Sat, 13 Dec 2014 03:21:00 +0000

gif via lieutenant cobretti

❤ mom jeans ❤

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid chaaban) — Fri, 12 Dec 2014 22:43:00 +0000

tee, hanes; mom jean, vintage; sneakers, superga;

cowgirl

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid chaaban) — Fri, 05 Dec 2014 17:36:00 +0000

cow print fur suit, vintage; turtleneck, american apparel; heels, RAFA;

the coziest flowers

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid chaaban) — Fri, 28 Nov 2014 01:05:00 +0000

pink flower coat & leather mini skirt, vintage; rayon button up, american apparel; boots, jean michel cazabat;

everyday uniform

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid chaaban) — Thu, 06 Nov 2014 05:45:00 +0000

yoga tee, american apparel; black denim, levi's; pumps, halogen; pom pom earrings, j.J.c Clothing; backpack, RAFA;

watermelons

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid chaaban) — Sat, 11 Oct 2014 18:02:00 +0000

knit halter, vintage; leather mini skirt, aa; mule sneakers, superga;

Lazy Girl in the Kitchen: Baba Ghannouj

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid chaaban) — Tue, 07 Oct 2014 02:04:00 +0000

blouse, natalie du pasquier x american apparel; math skirt, rehab;

When it comes to food and cooking, I always resort to making easy Lebanese dishes that I grew up eating. I make this baba ghannouj eggplant dip once a week, it is so easy and delicious. I like to make mine extra garlic-y, but it's really so customizable depending on your preference.

Easy 'Baba Ghannouj' Eggplant Dip
Ingredients:
1 Eggplant
A few cloves of Garlic
Tahini
Lemon juice
Salt

Start by washing your eggplant and garlic cloves. Wrap the eggplant in aluminum foil, place it directly on the stove-top burner to roast for about 25 minutes. After roasting, cut the eggplant open and remove any seeds that you can get (not all will come out, try your best!). Drop the roasted eggplant and garlic into food processor and blend. Slowly add tahini, lemon juice, and salt. Do a taste test and see what needs to be added, sometimes more tahini and some times more lemon juice. This is where you can make it just how you like it. Pour into your dish, drizzle some olive oil and paprika and enjoy!

just like a boy

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid chaaban) — Sun, 05 Oct 2014 20:55:00 +0000

xxl cheer top, augusta sportswear; boyfriend jean, american apparel; sneaker, vans; backpack, RAFA; nose clip, maison martin margiela;

culottes at sunset

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid chaaban) — Thu, 02 Oct 2014 02:23:00 +0000

tank, topshop; culotte, vintage; sandal, marni;
Over the last few months my life has drastically changed and for the better. I moved to a new place, I left a job that I simultaneously loved and hated, and went on a few much needed vacations. I also dove head first into a very special project of my own, one I've been dreaming and contemplating about for years, but never had the courage to actually attempt. I'm not sure where this road will lead, but I know that I am happy and finally starting to live my life on my own terms. It's a bit scary, but so exciting. Happy October!

Playlist: Sweaty in September

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid chaaban) — Wed, 10 Sep 2014 02:20:00 +0000

melting sundae

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid chaaban) — Wed, 10 Sep 2014 02:13:00 +0000

sundae plaid ensemble, KOSHKA
photo credit: Susan Choi

I spent the afternoon with the lovely ladies of koshka last week in sweltering 101° Downtown LA. It was hot and I'm a lazy girl, so naturally I chose to wear the easiest/cutest matching top & skirt ensemble. Visit the Koshka blog to see more photos and read my awkward answers to a few interview questions.

wanna-be cheerleader

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 08 May 2014 18:25:00 +0000

military jacket, american apparel; criss-cross top, custom made; skirt, cheerleading.com; heels, prada;

impractical grocery shopping

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid chaaban) — Tue, 06 May 2014 16:34:00 +0000

cross back slip, LFV by La Fee Verte; skirt, vintage; heels, saint laurent;

two-color

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid chaaban) — Mon, 13 Jan 2014 16:55:00 +0000

two-color dress, topshop; boots, maison martin margiela; bag, pierro guidi; domino earrings, vintage;