A Spark of Me..

My Grande Epiphany

2011-12-21T00:45:00.004-05:00

Here is picture of this said TB Crew: ( from left to right: Zsa Zsa, Edgar, Maria, Jen Jen, Myself, Stephania, Seth, and Dexter)

So I have decided to start a business! I had this grande drunk epiphany this past weekend.. My best friend Stephania and I got to talking and let's just say things started to click!

I realized that one of my particular groups of friends are just a group of people who are bidding our time until we start to fulfill our true potentials. Everyone and I mean everyone in our group is capable of achieving something great. This type of thinking, led me to my said epiphany! We should start a business.. We all have our strengths ranging from: buying, personal shopping, PR, culinary, design, film, musical, and I have realized I am a bit of an idea man. Now the task I'm setting for myself is come up with venture worthy of the TB crew and then to set the plans into motion.

Stay tuned!!

Dede x x

Very inspiring stuff..

2011-12-06T17:50:00.001-05:00

The Ones2Watch

very cool stuff.. maybe I should try and submit for it??

Work Updates!

2011-12-06T16:43:00.001-05:00

So just to keep everyone in loop.. I'm the studio manager for this amazing German fashion photographer now! I have been working with him for almost a year now and to say it's been a great experience would be an understatement!

His name is Udo Spreitzenbarth.

Check out his work here: www.udophotography.com

Hello your all enjoying your Tuesday! x x

Blogging is so HARD! :)

2011-11-28T03:29:00.002-05:00

So I've tried this whole blogging world thing for years now.. To say it's been unsuccessful would be an understatement! haha

With that said, I figured out a new approach.. just write about would drives me:

being a foodie
fashion
being inspired
love in all the wonderful ways it's shown
working towards my true happiness

New Beginning...

2011-01-27T04:21:00.002-05:00

I've dubbed 2011 the year of my "comeback".. i've been sitting here most of the night trying to sort myself out. I've realized that shit happens you know.. Concentrate on the positive! So, IKEA soon! Meeting with Estefania about starting our personal shopping business! Working on being emotionally available and getting back out on the PROWL! and finding that Creative outlet I have been so desperately seeking....

No pictures needed i'm taking a crack at this whole blogging thing again.. bare with me..

I'll leave you with a song I'm obsessed with at the moment: James Vincent McMorrow- And If My Heart Should Somehow Stop.. ENJOY!!!

Sneak Peak at Tom Ford's F/W 10' 11' eyewear collection..

2010-06-24T13:05:00.006-04:00

So the campaign features male model Nicholas Hoult and the amazing Freja Beha Erichsen!!! I love the undertones of a play on Alfred Hitchcock's film The Birds. I also love the 60s/70s feel that is evoked in the images..

ENJOY!!!

2010...

2010-06-23T22:37:00.003-04:00

Can't believe I took this long to blog again.. Just haven't felt completely inspired I guess...

2010 is going to be different though...

well the rest of it anyway! lol

My goal is to post at least once a week... No reason to try and catch up for past months so I'll start fresh the weekend.. but don't worry the focus will still be about love, inspirations, fashion, and traveling of course!!

Speak to you soon!

Platinum Blonde or Silver/Grey ?!?!?!

2009-11-16T00:50:00.003-05:00

So after seeing this two beautiful ladies and it made me question whether or not to make my hair just a bit edgier.. your thoughts??

and again... FREJA!

2009-11-16T00:36:00.001-05:00

Fashion Porn..

2009-11-15T23:41:00.004-05:00

So Topshop is apparently doing another collarboration with designer Louise Goldin...

here's what the came up with:

the epitome of amazing..

2009-10-09T03:17:00.001-04:00

Not only is Balmain at the forefront of creativeness in the industry at the moment now just down right cool is a factor!

Yes that is Rapper's Delight playing as the catwalk music for their runway show!

Enjoy! x

One word.. FREJA

2009-10-05T00:25:00.004-04:00

New Issue of Numero... Photographed by Josh Olins..

STUNNING... GORGEOUS... FIERCE!!! Enough said...

Nicholas Kirkwood for Rodarte S/S 10

2009-09-21T01:18:00.004-04:00

I just found this on the Jak & Jil blog.. my heart just wept looking at these beautiful shoes...

Such a true statement..

2009-09-15T15:15:00.001-04:00

I got this from the Jazzi McG... SO TRUE!!

Baby Baby Baby!!

2009-08-09T14:42:00.003-04:00

So I am not quoting a song but talking about this hidden gem I found in the bookstore yesterday. BabyBabyBaby is a very eccentric magazine based in Mexico City. The style and tone is very reminiscent of Nylon or 10 magazine mixed with the simplicity of an American Apparel ad. Ironic enough the magazine is sold worldwide including in American Apparel and in it's online store. I really loved the playful and non-glamorous nature of the editorials, the funky and eclectic illustrations and underground musicians featured in the magazine! In essence, you should definitely go to your nearest bookstore and try and find the latest issue of BabyBabyBaby!

Here are some images from the latest issue.. ENJOY

New Find..

2009-07-21T19:45:00.004-04:00

Camilla Skovgaard...

An amazing shoe designer from Denmark, based out of London who began her career in Dubai working for the Gulf Sheikhs’ wives and daughters. Then she, went on to work for other companies before she tried her hand at shoe making creating, " ...shoes are gaining recognition for their fluid-edged style and sustainable aesthetic combined with high quality shoemaking. “Intelligent fashionista. "

The true jet-setter she lives and works in London, Italy, and Hong Kong, basically she had my dream life!

Her are just some of her amazing designs:

http://www.camillaskovgaard.com/

Check it out guys.. x x

Just because he's beautiful..

2009-06-08T15:57:00.003-04:00

So Johnny Depp is on the latest issue of Vanity Fair..

ENJOY!

Getting back on Track

2009-06-06T14:55:00.007-04:00

LONDON...

-OR-

NYC....

I just can't decide.. I need to sort myself out asap!! I'm suppose to be in London in about a month.. but then I have this longing for NYC too!! What is a girl to do?!?!?!

A bit of a gloomy day...

2009-04-14T22:57:00.006-04:00

So I had a slow day just work and sleep.. but I did take advantage and rocked the all black look.. I decided to mix romantic and edge together and this is what it looked like...

(dress, leggings,bracelet, Forever 21; shoes, Miss Selfridges; hat, Topman; ring Hot Topic)

So on another note I start my second job this week so saving for London is definitely going to start picking up! Can't wait London 09' !!!

Isn't she great...

2009-04-13T04:30:00.004-04:00

So I was just checking my friends portfolio and I thought I would share!

Her name is Melissa and she's with Elite (NY) and Ford (Europe).. Enjoy!

the quest to find my style..

2009-04-13T03:37:00.003-04:00

My poor style has really come full circle.. I went from living in the anything goes land of England to the LES and hispter scene in NYC to Charlotte,NC which to say the least isn't the most fashion forward place.. As I've begun to realize my style has been effected and it's created this odd hybrid..

I think it is by far the best representation of my style at the moment..

http://www.asos.com/Asos/Asos-Floral-V-Back-Pencil-Dress/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=534274&cid=5186&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Print

I'm thinking about it for my birthday outfit... your thoughts?

I've realized I am still in the stages of figuring out a direction for my blog but I have been leaning towards an Euro-loving american trapped in the South! hahaha ... just a thought though..

a side note.. I found the beauty in North Carolina

2009-04-05T22:53:00.004-04:00

A friend and I went to the Biltmore Estate this week. To stay I have a great time would be an understatement!

First Look

2009-03-31T02:04:00.006-04:00

So I was feeling casual today...

(jacket, Unconditional; t-shirt, Sinful; jeans, Tommy Hilfiger; sandals, Steve Madden; bracelet, Forever 21; glasses, unknown)

So I had work today, and spent some time with my little brother.. actually wasn't that bad! I'm going to try and keep this up.. going to use it as a creative outlet..

Until the next time.. X

New direction...

2009-03-29T03:22:00.003-04:00

So I have realized I am coming into my own in terms of my style so I'm going to try out some features of my outfits for the day...

Also, I'm working on my Trend writing so let me know.. I would love some feedback!

STAY TUNED!!

x x x

Oh to feel youthful again..

2009-03-07T00:29:00.005-05:00

So this week has definitely been an eye-opener..

I cut my hair and I am head-over-heels about my curly faux-hawk
Got stupidly drunk with my love Bottego.. and had everything like usual(ie. boys, alcohol, drunken banter, and drunken dancing!)
Officially got into uni at the American Intercontinental University of London
Realized my friends and family will be ok without me..
RECAPTURED MY YOUTH!!

Here is a pic of my great night out!

Fashion Week Highlights part 2

2009-02-19T23:09:00.004-05:00

Here are my fav's courtesy of Mahalo Fashion blog..

MARC BY MARC JACOBS

I am in love with the shoes on the left!! I just wonder if it has a heel on it?!?!

MATTHEW WILLIAMSON

Here is just a taste of the amaziness that Matthew Williamson created
this season! I will get to the amazing clothes in a bit..

RODARTE
Drools.. :)

Now for the CLOTHES!!

Marc by Marc Jacobs

Here are some of my fav's:
[Bold prints]

[Gingham]

Jill Stuart: Sophistication at it's best..

[Velvet]

[Lace]

Marc Jacobs: loving the 80s vibe..
[Capes]

[Prints on leggings]
To my surprise Posh's Fall 09' collections has some great pieces..

[Shift dresses]

[Grey & Give it shape]

[High neckline, skin tight and floor length]

The Holy Grail of the Week in my opinion..

[Sequins]

[Mini printed dresses]

[Fur around the neck]

[Prints all over]

[Oversized fur coats]

[Stripes & Ruffles]

[Florals]

[Oversized knits]

[Print all over]

[Cocktail dresses]

And last but not least.. the simply beautiful..

[Sheer dresses]

[Cut outs]

[Emphasis on the shoulder]

[leggings]

[Leather]

Fashion Week Highlights..

2009-02-19T22:59:00.003-05:00

So the Corpus Presentation was A-M-A-Z-I-N-G!!! I loved the Scottish punk feel..

Here are some pictures: (pics courtesy of Stylecaster.com)

NYC Fashion Week..

2009-02-12T11:35:00.003-05:00

Well 'tomorrow' was a bit of a stretch but here it goes!

So, I was suppose to be going back to NYC this week to help assistant style two presentations of lines that my old company reps but because of our stupid economic I am now left to be a slave to blogs like The Satorialist , and Fashionista to keep me in the fashion loop.. Oh what I wouldn't give to be there now!! So sad, but my plan is to move to London next month so hopefully next season!

Here are some images from the lines I was going to be working for:

UNCONDITIONAL A/W 08/09

and then Corpus Fall/Winter 2008:

Your thoughts??

New leaf..

2009-02-06T13:47:00.003-05:00

So I have finally decided that after truly becoming a slave to the fashion blogs.. I am going to make it my new goal to get my blog off and running. I figure I am about to go on my next adventure, to London to study and peruse my career dreams! So I'm going do some research and narrow down my ideas and start fresh tomorrow!

Until then..

Ciao

x x

NYC Update

2008-11-27T13:25:00.006-05:00

Wow, I can't believe I haven't written since I've moved here.. Just goes to show how busy I've been..

Well I've been through so much.. my internship/moving/living in Brooklyn/styling and assisting/ and being through an emotional rollercoaster really i guess..

here are a couple highlight pictures:

yeah that's right.. I got my first pair of Louboutin's!! (For FREE)

from left to right: Syed, and dwarf impersonator of Marilyn Manison, some hot Aussie!.. Halloween Party..

My favorite roomie Amanda and I at the Halloween party as Tina and a Sexy Kitten

Trying on wigs at one of my gigs!

Wow, I can't believe I haven't written since I've moved here.. Just goes to show how busy I've been..

Well I've been through so much.. my internship/moving/living in Brooklyn/styling and assisting/ and being through an emotional rollercoaster really i guess..

here are a couple highlight pictures:

NYC Bound but still have this lingering love for all things British..

2008-08-31T00:54:00.003-04:00

So I start my internship in NYC on Tuesday!!! Can't wait but I have just recently found out that I am in the process of interviews to be apart of the Topshop/Topman flagship store that is going to open up in Soho this Fall! While doing research and had no choice but to do a bit of window-shopping!! lol

Here are my favs I've found:

I really hope I get the position! I just love the thought of having a little taste of Britain in my life.. well at least until my handsome Brit comes over in November!!

New Shoes..

2008-08-21T19:07:00.004-04:00

They are so comfortable and cute.. they even have a little heel..

believe it or not.. these are my first pair of converse ever! i love the gray on black scheme..

I just bought some new shoes!! Such a long time coming.. it's been about in January!! I know crazy right?!?! Your thoughts??

Pictures from the Elevate Magazine Shoot..

2008-08-21T19:04:00.003-04:00

Here are some pictures from my shoot last week..

Here are some of the fabulous accessories I used..

and the plane!!!

behind the scenes with the amazing Anna the photographer!

another plane in the hanger.. so nice :)

tropical location for one of the shoots.. and to think its in a local universities greenhouse!!

Really interesting pictures came out of these locations.. thanks for being fabulous everyone! X

The Satorialist Latest Aw-Inspiring Men

2008-08-11T23:44:00.006-04:00

Here's my favorite guys featured on The Satorialist blog in the last couple of days..

I love his take on the classic red,white, and blue..

These guys are the epitome of fashion men.. oh how i adore them..

One word: FIT!! This guy is just amazing...

I thought everyone would enjoy this because I mean what is better than a well dressed man?!?!

I have a fashion editorial I am doing these next two days so I will keep you updated with behind the scene pictures of what photo shoots are really like... xoxo

My favorite pieces from the fall collections of my fav. labels

2008-08-03T23:19:00.009-04:00

Here my favs from fall collections of my fav shops!!! Enjoy!!! xoxo

TOPSHOP!! - so many choices but these are my favorites!! I'm in desperate need of a jumpsuit!!

H&M: I love the faux leather skirt!!

Intermix: the first three are from the line Elizabeth and James and the jacket is from DSquared

American Apparel

The Creative Juices are Flowing..

2008-08-01T21:00:00.002-04:00

So I got a styling job here in Charlotte with a lifestyle publication! I'm really excited about the impending shoot.. in two words it will be Fierce and Fabulous!!! Can't wait.. I'll keep you updated with pictures from the shoot and whatnot...

Oh and sorry about putting up the pictures from my D.I.Y. projects but I will soon I promise!!

Cheers,

xoxo

Products of Boredom...

2008-07-29T01:32:00.003-04:00

So basically out of sheer boredom I started doing so "D.I.Y" projects I went surfing through my closet and found great pair of black skinny jeans, and some old blue jean jeans with a rip in the butt of the right side and I made some cute cut-off shorts with them. I also took one of my brother's tall tees and turned it into a cute dress...

I will post pictures tomorrow.. Hope you like them but here are some images that inspired my creativity..

This picture is from the Hand It Over blog.. she's just so effortless

This image is from the latest issue of French Vogue, this editorial is just in one word, FIERCE!! :)

This image is from the "That's Just My Vibe" blog, I love what she did to those jeans.. just fabulous!!

Until tomorrow..

Cheers,

xoxo

Decision Time..

2008-07-27T03:08:00.002-04:00

So I finally chose an internship... drum roll...........

I chose an internship with a fashion pr company for new amazing and truly inspiring designers!! I can't wait to start there at the end of August!! It's going to just make life a million times better!!! After I chose this internship, I set down to reflect and realized it was the obvious choice all along. Though it is not paid, but I would receive in terms of professional and life experience superseded all the others ten fold and free clothes definitely aren't a bad trade off!! lol

Can't wait.. so close to another new beginning!!

xoxo

My Life is Definitely Looking Up..

2008-07-22T20:54:00.002-04:00

So i have 3 internship offers and 2 interviews I fell are going in a positive direction.. Plus my lover has gotten a promotion and just that much closer to coming over!! Can't wait!! I was writing to say my blog is about to take a new direction once I move to NYC.. it will be more fashion, fashion and more fashion!! Can't actually wait.. and out my loves occasionally too.. :D

so my life is DEFINITELY looking up!!!

finally.. lol
xoxo

Ray of Light in a Dark Week

2008-07-11T18:37:00.003-04:00

So I've been going through a lot this week dealing with my relationship.. but today after all the resumes and cover letter's I have been sending out I finally have an interview. I actually stumbled across this designers website at like 3 or 4am one morning this week and I have been in talks with the people today. I am interviewing for a Sales and Marketing intern position. I really hope everything goes well.. with everything really professional and romantic.. though I'm hoping for both to end amazingly!!

It is pretty nice to be a bit more optimistic!!!

All Alone...

2008-06-28T23:14:00.003-04:00

I had the weirdest day today.. I went with my family to the mall to search for a job and I swear I almost had a panic attack!! I think it was all the people.. the uber-american crowds of people. I am just so use to creative/stylish people and and I was back in the "crombie" world. I guess I'll just readjust but i mean NYC is only 6 weeks away so I'll be back around people that inspire me again!! Also, it's been almost a week since I've seen my bubbs and it's just not getting better..

I just hope it does soon...

P.S. I love you

2008-06-05T20:02:00.003-04:00

So I finally watched the movie!!! Boy, was it worth it.. I seriously cried the whole way through. It was such a beautiful movie though. I love movies that make you believe in hope. I'm such a sap I guess, that's probably why I love The Notebook so much. I think every person wants that kind of love..the one where you can't eat, can't sleep, and can't even imagine life being 1/5 a good as it is when your with them. So before I get too emotional, I will leave on that note sayings.. just remember "All you need is Love"... xoxo

It's Nearing that time..

2008-06-05T19:44:00.003-04:00

So as my lovely bubbs pointed out to me today I have but 18 days left until my adventures in Manchester come to an end... I am losing so much this time.. I swear since I started uni I always just seem to keep losing the people that I come to love and adore. I mean don't get me wrong I miss my friends and family terribly.. but then I actually love my life here. I am doing what I love (styling), traveling, and being around amazing people who have helped me become an even better person than I ever thought I could be. My friends here though few, have taught me so much about life. Before I came here, I would have never considered myself narrow minded, or closed from experiences. Well I guess that's wear believing you can do something is different than actually doing it. It's so hard right now.. from one end my friends and family from home are so excited about my return then here my friends and boyfriend are terribly upset. I mean I have been with my bubbs for almost 3 years now and it just truly unfair really. Though I am young, and people always say there's always someone else out there for you, I know in my heart that my bubbs is "The One." It is the most amazing feeling I've ever experienced.

I know that my move to NYC in August is going to be life changing but that change was suppose to happen with him, you know?? NYC is such a scary place, the thought of me living there on my own is terrifying. I feel like I'm going to get lost, or become cold and distant. I want to have a new experience, a life altering one you know?? But who is so say this experience is going to be good and the optimistic side of me says who's to say it's going to be bad. I am really looking forward to starting my journey to my "adult" life. I got into the program at FIT and have already found some certificate programs in styling that should help me develop my skills. I hope the contacts I have in NYC will give me that edge in the industry. I so look forward to what's the next chapter in my life..

I guess this thing is helpful.. I just hope what's next includes more stability, if only for a bit you know.. because I'm realizing I have just about everything I've ever wanted.. love, happiness, amazing friends, and crazy yet loving family, and so much time ahead of me..

I guess only time will tell... xoxo

SATC!!!

2008-06-04T11:41:00.005-04:00

So like most women out there, I went to see the Sex and the City movie last week with my girlie's from The Old Bank.. Needless to say the movie was amazing!! I mean not in that Oscar/Cannes/Sundance winning film kind of way but as a loyal viewer and fan of the show it definitely exceeded my expectations!! Carrie,Charlotte,Samantha,and Miranda were back and more glamorous,wealthy,and fabulously amazing than ever. After much thought I have decided that the wedding scene was from a fashion lover's favorite set of garments that the ladies wore. Carrie's Vivienne Westwood couture bridal gown was perfection. By before the movie not necessarily being a fan of the designer's work THAT dress make me think twice. The cut,color choice,fit, fabric was just beautiful. Usually in weddings the bride looks the best and then there are the cliche tacky bridesmaid dresses, Carrie (or the legendary Patricia Field) would not have it. The ladies however, after a bit of research I found out that they wore gowns by Zac Posen from his Spring 2008 collection. (www.zacposen.com)It really stands a statement to him and his range of garments for women. Especially since we as fans identify so much with the show and its characters, the dresses just translate so well into that settings.

Weddings are such a taboo thing for women to love, but for me it's just a party that has beautiful gowns and just a reason to celebrate and have a good time enjoying the one's you love. Many people think that because of my complex relationship with my Bubbs, that we should be engaged or married already. We both just feel were too young but in the sense of stablility and security. We want a big wedding.. and we both know right now that's just not going to happen anytime soon. So we wait!! One day we'll have an amazing wedding and I can reassure my friends and potential bridesmaids, " you will look just as amazing as the women of SATC and better!!" hehe I've attached a picture of the ladies.. just look and drool... ;)

PERFECTION