Tuesday, March 24, 2009

On the Street......Long & Lean, Milano



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[Source: The Sartorialist]

On the Street......Sexy Side of Marni, Milano



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[Source: The Sartorialist]

Judith Leiber Handbag Sample Sale (march 24)

On Tuesday the 24th, American luxury brand Judith Leiber is teaming up with online sample sale boutique Gilt Groupe for an amazing deal event.
Clutches & Evening Bags up to 65% off!
The sale starts at 9: am PST/ noon if your EST

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[Source: Bag Bliss]

DecadesTwo Sample Sale: Designer Handbags (march 25)

Mark your calenders, DecadesTwo is teaming up with online sample sale boutique HauteLook on Wednesday March 25th at 8: am PST / 11: am EST.
D2 is a designer consignment store that offers gorgeous designer pieces (Vuitton, Prada, Givenchy, Dior and more) for below retail prices. And now, on the 25th over HauteLook you can score [...]

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[Source: Bag Bliss]

Rebecca Minkoff Neon Yellow Rendezvous Clutch

Star of the hit TV series Gossip Girl, Vanessa played Jessica Szohr, was spotted on set carrying the Rebecca Minkoff Rendezvous oversized clutch in bright neon yellow.
Continue reading over at Celebrities and their Handbags!
Or go straight to Revolve Clothing, ShopBop, Luna Boston or Nordstrom�s and pick up your own Rendezvous.

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[Source: Bag Bliss]

On the Street......Marais, Paris



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[Source: The Sartorialist]

Dior Homme Spring 2009 Man Bags (murses)

Dior Homme Spring 2009 accessories have arrived and so far, I�m liking everything. They�re simple, sleek, and available for purchase via eLuxury (dot com).
First up is the bag for the man who isn�t afraid to carry the unusual; meet the Zip Top Shopper. I like how structured this shopper is and it�s obviously perfect for [...]

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[Source: Bag Bliss]

On the Street......Coco, Milan



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[Source: The Sartorialist]

Matthew Williamson Dark Escape Box Clutch

Wow! What a unique and fun little clutch! Introducing the Matthew Williamson Dark Escape Box Clutch! This box clutch is covered in Matthew Williamson’s kaleidoscope print, featuring this season’s most vibrant colors. And to top it all off, this clutch also features a pink leather tassel, an orange wrist strap, and a jewel-toned clasp. Could [...]

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[Source: Bag Bliss]

Contrary to popular belief...

HG and I did not get into a fight and decided to stop working together on I am Fashion and started our own blogs instead. (Even our mutual friends wondered about it!) We still email each other daily about the intricate details of our lives and random thoughts we have, and feel extremely empty when the other is away and has no access to the internet. When I freak out, she is the first person I call and she is still my maid of honor when I fantasize about my wedding. Our reasons for closing down I am Fashion still stands, though I do think that my later rationalization of it in this blog is a better articulation of how we feel.

As for us continuing to blog even more regularly than before, I attribute it to the "newness" of our blogs. Starting a new blog is like starting a relationship. At the beginning everything is new and exciting as you get to know the other person and watch your relationship grow and mature. Every up and every down is a significant moment. Then the honeymoon phase eventually wears off and you reach a happy medium, where your relationship becomes a part of your daily life. With any luck, you will live happily ever after in this state with a few surprises here and there to spice up the norm. If not, your relationship will wane and you grow apart, eventually deciding that you are both better off parting ways.

Clearly I'm in the honeymoon phase. We are starting to explore new things together, trying to figure out what works best for the both of us. Every new post is an adventure. Every comment and email is exciting. I want to spend every moment of everyday with it, checking on its progress i.e. stalking the traffic, the incoming and outgoing links etc. It's an exhilarating feeling that I'd almost forgotten about!

Analogy aside, it is heartwarming to read everyone's encouraging comments and to know that we were able to leave a small footprint on some people's lives. We appreciate your support and remember that we've not left the blogging world for good. Come visit us some time at our new blogs -(Find the links to our new blogs in the post below). We miss you guys!


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[Source: I am Fashion]

Kooba Kate Clutch Purse

Jumbo clutches have been very popular these past few seasons. And, so far, it looks like this upcoming season will be seeing its share of over-sized beauties as well! Pictured above is a lovely new style from Kooba. Introducing the Kate Bag!
This asymmetrical, envelope style bag is more that just a clutch. It also comes [...]

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[Source: Bag Bliss]

On the Street......Business Class, Paris & Milan




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[Source: The Sartorialist]

fashion news (march 20)

55 Secret Street admires the whimsical, feminine Spring 2009 collection at the gorgeous Brooklyn boutique Cozbi - on video!
Stiletto Jungle packs light with muli-tasking travel fashions.
All About the Pretty and her New York writer Felicia can both agree they both love the new Badgley Mishka Couture .
Allie is Wired has Drew Barrymore looking [...]

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On the Street......Green & Grey, Paris



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[Source: The Sartorialist]

Oscar de la Renta Handbag Sample Sale (march 24)

Oscar de la Renta is going to make an appearance over at online sample sale site HauteLook on the 24th, where you’ll find everything from gorgeous evening and day clutches to work and casual totes, marked up to 65% off retail.
Mark your designer date books, the sale kicks off this Tuesday the 24th. This rare [...]

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[Source: Bag Bliss]

On the Street......Leathers & Feathers, Paris


(ok, those might not be feathers - but feathers rhymes betters)

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[Source: The Sartorialist]

On the Street......Les Tuileries, Paris



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[Source: The Sartorialist]

Rebecca Minkoff Knocked Up Baby Bag

Oh baby! Any newbie mothers or mommy�s-to-be? Just because baby�s essentials will soon take over yours, doesn�t mean that you must carry the bulky boring mom bag. Don�t lose your taste; I say use the �I need a diaper bag� excuse to add a new designer bag to your collection.
I recently discovered that Rebecca Minkoff [...]

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[Source: Bag Bliss]

DEAL ALERT: Foley + Corinna The Rambler Shoulder Bag

I’ve always been one into satchels, but when I come across a gorgeous shoulder bag I must pay my respects. Foley + Corinna has designed a stunning shoulder bag called The Rambler and it’s literally making me drool.
The Foley + Corinna Rambler Shoulder Bag is a spacious handbag that is made of beautiful patent leather. [...]

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[Source: Bag Bliss]

Thursday, March 19, 2009

The Girl With The Short Hair

Last year I went from that was down below the middle of my back, to a really bad short japanese-boy-rockstar cut. My hair grows fast so while I was mortified & stuck with pinning it back and trying to tie it up in all sorts of ways, with ribbons and clips, it eventually grew back to past my shoulders by September of this year. Being stuck with thick, thick hair I got fed up and went to go get it cut again into a straight across, above the shoulders/longish bob.

Then, I went home and chopped it all off to have it super short in the back, with an A-line cut in the front. Kind of like Victoria Beckham, but less extreme and shorter. How does it feel? Totally awesome. Here are some cuties that might inspire you to cut it short.




The best part is that you figure out fun ways to do your hair, it's just easier to take of! Best part? If you can work the curling iron and get a bunch of curls, it's completely adorable. It definitely becomes a deciding factor on how you style your outfits.

What are your thoughts on girls with short hair?

As for my next hair cut? I'm definitely going to go for a Shannyn Sossamon look.


Image Source: Garance Dore



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Luella

Love love love love love love love love LOVE Luella.
LOVE LUELLA JEWELRY.

Add one of these gigantic string of pearls, and you churn out a piece of art - YOU!








How utterly exciting is all of that? Put together with a blazer or even a t-shirt would make you look (and probably feel) fabulous. A tad late but - Luella had, by far and in my opinion, the best accessories that I spotted on the runway!


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[Source: I am Fashion]

On the Street.....Rei, Paris



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[Source: The Sartorialist]

On a Final Note

As some of you may have noticed, we haven�t been blogging much lately.

We started blogging back in 2004, when we began college. We wanted a simple girly website where we can share our thoughts on fashion with other fashion lovers. We finally settled on blogspot, because we were both technically challenged and it was easy. It was really exciting at first. We religiously stalked our blog and our heart would skip a beat whenever we get a comment. It gave us a warm and fuzzy feeling each time.

We just graduated last summer and since then, we�ve been struggling to carry our blog into the �real world� with us. When you�re a student, you�re surrounded by inspirations and you have all the time in the world to take it in and read up on the latest styles and celebrity trends. In the real world, you get so caught up with life that you barely have time to stop and admire your surroundings and be inspired and excited by it. Now don�t get us wrong, we still love to drool over gorgeous dresses and new bags and debate over the merits of the latest trends- just not as often anymore. Blogging started to become a chore instead of something we loved doing. That was when we knew that it was time to move on, even though it took us a few months of thinking and debating with ourselves and each other to realize it, and another few months overcoming self denial to act on it. It�s not easy to give up something we�ve been doing for the last four years, knowing that once we stop, there is no going back.

A little over 4 years ago, we had no idea what blogs were, and we certainly didn�t know fashion blogs will become such a big phenomenon. We didn�t really know where we were heading when we started I am Fashion, but it became something we loved. We considered taking I am Fashion further, developing it into something bigger as so many other fashion blogs have done. But alas, as hard as we racked our brains, we couldn�t come up with a vision of where it can go. And so, we've decided that it was time to make a graceful exit and let I am Fashion go.

We�d like to thank all the readers who have stuck with us throughout the last four years. It was your comments, emails and continued presence that have kept us going for so long. We�d also like to thank our guest blogger E, who has helped us immensely in the last few months through this difficult transition period. It�s been an unexpectedly rewarding experience, which will always have a special place in our hearts.

Find us at our NEW BLOGs:

Tea with BG -http://teawithbg.com/

BG�s new personal blog, where she will continue to explore fashion, with a sprinkle of finance, travel, dining and other random musings on life.

Coffee with HG -http://www.lifestyleasia.com/coffeewithhg

HG�s new fashion blog, where she will blog about fashion, beauty and all girly things. And yes, she will continue to self-debate endlessly on whether to buy something as affordable as a pair of Zara shoes, or something as wallet-breaking as a Balenciaga bag.

XOXO

BG and HG



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[Source: I am Fashion]

Little Crafty Gifts

I should have started my Christmas shopping a long time ago. In fact, I still haven't started, but here are some ideas.

Crafty little things are definitely something I'm a fan of. Handmade? Good quality? Yes, please! Check out these little finds of mine on Etsy. Etsy is so fantastic, you support people who create their own things and you always find awesome and wonderful creations. What better than to give a gift that's made with a lot of love? Not only is it unique and fun, it's something to remember you by!


I posted about Etsy creator Alliebeans in a post I did about my make-up. basics I can honestly say that the quality of these products is tops, it's excellent! And I also have that little coin pouch (bottom picture), it's perfect! I have already bought several to give to friends.


This is not an Etsy maker. These wrist warmers are designed and made by Sandra Juto, I found them on her blog. How adorable! They're very Victorian; beautiful and definitely useful.


Decorations! I love Christmas decorations! Perfect for a gift for someone else - or yourself! I'm about to go order the cute little needle felted acorn trees from truLuxe. And the adorable little penguins are from Skunkboy Creatures.

What could be more fitting during the wintery months than a pair of mittens? And then Moocow went to go add some pom poms. I'd be happy to receive this, and I know a lot of people who would be too.

What are you thinking about getting for your family and friends?

Image Source:
Alliebeans, Sandra Juto, truLuxe, Skunkboy Creatures, Moocow, Etsy


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[Source: I am Fashion]

There's something about the girl

There's something about the girls at Garance Dore. Maybe it's their fresh faces, their glowing skin, their always inspiring looks, or their gazing eyes. I love street-style blogs, because we're not looking at people who dress to the nines everyday in clothes that cost more than they should. We're simply looking at people with their own taste, their own style, just living their lives, who happened to be caught on camera and shown to the world.








Image Source: Garance Dore


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[Source: I am Fashion]