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noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid) — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 05:01:00 +0000

lime satin blouse, vintage; bubblegum pants, american apparel; mesh twist headband, cali select; platforms, topshop;

i totally get ripped off for japanese mags like JJ & Vivi, but i keep coming back for a new issue every month. I absolutely love the format of japanese mags, less ads & more funny/cheese content. Although i have no intention to try any of it out, I adore when they feature step-by-step hair and make-up on like 6 different girls.

I'm totally smitten by these new twist head bands we're making at cali select. Oh how easily I fall for a giant bow to put on my head!

smoocher

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid) — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 07:35:00 +0000

military pin beret,california select;
I've got a thing for cute novelty pins, saw this kiss and made it mine!

tall tale

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid) — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 09:09:00 +0000

playsuit, samantha pleet via revolve; leopard ballerina shoes, bergdorf goodman;
I've been feeling a little bit uninspired lately, so Nour and I took a little trip to the library for a little creative stimulation. Usually I bury myself in some weird/boring law related books, but today we decided to hang out in the children's section looking at mind blowingly amazing illustrations in old old children's books. 1001 Arabian nights is still my favorite tall tale of all time. I guess my cultural biases prevail, what can I do. Definitely a nice and relaxing way to spend a rainy saturday. What did you do?

passion suit

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid) — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:06:00 +0000

fuschia silk playsuit, vintage;

this thing is so ridiculous. but i still love it!

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid) — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 17:56:00 +0000

some days i feel like a mouse mouse mouse

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid) — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 04:09:00 +0000

floppy velvet bow, cali select; velvet bateau neck mini, vintage; bubble gum tights, aa;

i wouldn't do that

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid) — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 06:38:00 +0000

knit sweater, urban outfitters; cut out dress , aa; shoes, moschino cheap & chic;

This outfit has been sort of my default for anything that requires dressing up, I wore it a few times in both of my trips to vegas and ny in the last few weeks. I especially adore the chanel feeling of the sweater. The past couple of days have been beautiful around these parts. Everything is green and lush from the recent rains, so excited to go on a nice long hike tomorrow!

Golden Wedge

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid) — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 18:33:00 +0000

heels, Moschino Cheap & Chic; Poppy tights, AA;

Believe it or not, I trecked through the ny snow in these. Thanks Camille for helping me along those slippery slushy sidewalks. These are definitely painful, but I'm determined to make my feet conform.

what not to wear

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid) — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 17:49:00 +0000

bow blouse, cali select; shorts & tights, aa; bubble trench, h&m; heels, alexander wang;
If you would like to not freeze in 33° weather, wear everything opposite of what I wore the other day. This is my failed attempt to stay warm, foolish. Despite the bone-chilling temperature, I had a great time in NY this past weekend, it was a pleasure to meet and catch up with my blogging compadres. I missed a couple shows I was excited to go to due to over sleeping and simply not knowing what to put on that will shield me from the cold, and didn't get to do as much as I planned, but I guess it's not the worst thing. Gotta say though, the best thing about that city (the only thing I can't complain about, I complained a lot!) is the food. Every meal I had was spot on perfect, a tip of my bow head band to you chefs.

Pointy Bow Hair Band

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid) — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 04:15:00 +0000

I've been getting a landslide of emails asking how I made the bow I wore in this post so I thought I'd make a quick video. I can't sew at all, so I won't make anything unless it is super easy and this definitely is. I used an american apparel sash because it is already finished with the perfect pointy shape I was looking for. All you have to do is grab the ends with tips facing opposite directions and tie them together. Pull and shape the bow to the length & floppiness desired and tie around head. If you don't want to ruin the sash forever you can leave the ends hanging in the back, but i usually cut it so its just the right size for my head. And that's all folks, I told you it's super easy!

ps, i cut like 5 inches off my hair. it's gonna take a long time getting used to having medium length hair. sigh.

currently preferred items

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid) — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 04:39:00 +0000

Leo's Spectator Tap Shoes; Be & D Garbo Key Chain Pouch;American Apparel sparkle tights; Jane Marvel Puddle Jumper Weekender bag

before the sky came down

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid) — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 05:53:00 +0000

lacoste sweater, vintage; creme pants, american apparel; green tstrap flats, Les Prairies de Paris via Revolveclothing.com;

It's been raining cats and dogs. Got to snap these photos this past weekend at my new favorite place before it started raining cats and dogs in LA. I've become a total creature of comfort, and flats have become my best friends. This green suede pair gives me crazy toe cleavage, and I'm so into it. Sick I know, oh well!

moresoon

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid) — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 02:41:00 +0000

moresoon.org

glitter girl

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid) — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 00:14:00 +0000

Alexa Chung wearing Wren Holiday 09

This metallic swing coat has the perfect combination of classic shapes and fun sparkles.
Actually, the entire Wren Collection is adorable!
Definitely one those lines that I feel read my mind and made all the cute clothes I imagined in my head.

Ladies that lunch

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid) — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 16:54:00 +0000

Mesh dress & nude bodysuit, American Apparel; trousers, McQ by
Alexander Mcqueen; shoes, cottonpancakes; straw hat, vintage;

Clean & proper dressing has been the trend in my life lately. My
sister Nour kept asking me as we shot these photos " Why have you
been dressing like a golfer... geeez!" I've been searching for a
nice good pair of high waisted pleated trousers, and this McQ pair
that I got at Revolve are the absolute perfect fit. I love that they are a classic shape but still have a little sparkle when you go in the sun.

Although I'm pretty much sick of anything studded, I can't help but love this funny little pair of shoes that cotton pancakes sent me. At first they seemed too bulky and weird, but they're growing on me. Super comfortable too!

Considering cutting my hair short but I'm just hesitating. Seperation anxiety!

temperate january

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid) — Sat, 09 Jan 2010 05:11:00 +0000

green t dress, American Apparel; clear flats, yesstyle.com;

Winter is on hiatus in los angeles, and this dress is my current favorite piece of clothing. Perfect color, ultimate in comfort.

Conductor

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid) — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 03:00:00 +0000

Silk Tuxedo Shirt, Wren ( via Revolve); Mini skirt & Bordeaux Tights, American Apparel; Transparent Cap-Toe Flats, yesstyle;
I've been wearing variations of this outfit for a couple weeks now, and it's really become a uniform. I know its a no-no to wear the same thing over and over, but I can't help myself. I got this tuxedo shirt from Revolve a little bit ago and I love the funny orchestra conductor feel & dreamily silky softness of it!

Shiny New Year

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid) — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 04:24:00 +0000

velvet & gold dress, vintage; shoes, alexander wang;

Hope everyone had a fun new years eve! I spent it goofing around with some of my closest friends.
2009 was definitely an amazing year for me where I feel I have been lucky enough to accomplish so many of my goals. I'm proud of myself for being able to handle whatever is thrown at me in life, good or bad. I'm truly grateful for everything that's happened, and it is has been an absolute pleasure to get to know all the new people I've come across this year. Kisses to all my readers who've consistently supported me, you guys are truly amazing and lets make 2010 even better than the last xo

Brigid Catiis Spring 2010 Preview

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid) — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 19:08:00 +0000

A couple months ago I visited my good friend Raissa the lovely woman behind Brigid Catiis at her showroom & she showed me her spring collection and we did this little video. Please excuse my wierdo/awkward mannerisms and crazy talking with my hands. The collection is truly beautiful, and I've never seen any designer who I am as aesthetically aligned with as Raissa.

Check out the Brigid Catiis online store here & Raissa's Blog here.

Speed Queen

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid) — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 17:24:00 +0000

Floral cropped cardigan, forever21; Chunky sweater, byCorpus; bubblegum pink skinnies, American Apparel; Gold oxfords, made by elves;

As a matter of pure practicality, I've been favoring my flat shoes more than the sky high platforms lately. Don't get me wrong, I still love a good 5 inch skanky heel! But for everyday life, I've been going for things that are more casual & comfortable. This sweater in particular was given to me as a present on my birthday and I have become super attached to its incredible coziness.
What's everyone's plans for New Years? I've got a pair of black & silver striped sequin shorts and I think NYE is the only day of the year I can wear them out while keeping my dignity intact.

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid) — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 16:54:00 +0000

Red Trouser

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid) — Sun, 27 Dec 2009 18:42:00 +0000

long sleeve u-neck dress as top, American Apparel; leather belt & trousers, vintage; prep school flats, Cotton Pancakes;

Hopefully all of you had a wonderful holiday! Recently, I have no idea whats gotten over me but all I can think of buying are trousers & various kinds of mom pants. I'm pretty tiny, and it is incredibly difficult to find pants that fit vintage or not. These were a hard find, but somehow they fit at the waist, and I adore the color!

Big thanks to the lovelies at Cotton Pancakes for sending me a generous box full of goodies. This embroidered velvet pair are my current favorite pair of shoes, so easy yet so cute!

Now I know christmas is over, but I simply can't get over this video. So good.

Cartoon Print

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid) — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 16:00:00 +0000

Jeremy Scott Bodysuit & Alexander Wang Pumps via Forward Forward, Disco pants, American Apparel; camel blazer, Vintage;

Bodysuits are a big staple my wardrobe, but this Jeremy Scott one that I got from Forward Forward puts all the rest of my bodysuits to shame. Absolutely Magical, I adore the puffy sleeves and the print adds so much youth and fun to many boring outfits. I've also been searching for the ultimate basic black pump, that has just the right amount of attitude ( and height! ) found these puppies at Forward Forward as well. Definitely one of the happiest boxes UPS has ever delivered me.

I usually love the rain, something is so refreshing and renewing about it. This past week though has been a week of horrors. Started out with a fender bender, lost camera charger, and general bad mood and feelings. So glad all that is over now, and its a new week!

Shop My Closet

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid) — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 15:18:00 +0000

I listed a couple things for sale, more to come soon!

the big picture

noreply@blogger.com (Taghrid) — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 02:36:00 +0000

All images courtesy of The Big Picture. This is definitely my new favorite photography blog.