Revamp That Denim Shirt!
I’m really off my DIY game, but luckily I’ve cataloged a laundry list of projects to try once I have the time. Since many of them involve buttondown shirts, I figured I would post some ideas for sprucing that chambray (or chambrays, as I myself have several). Whip out those scissors, needles and threads – … Read more
Half-Asian in the Kitchen
Since moving to my new place, I’ve suddenly found myself behaving slightly more domestic than usual. Cooking has always been more of a chore than a hobby to me, but recently I’ve begun to realize how healthy, delicious, and frugal making my own meals can be. I grew up in a bi-racial household, with my … Read more
Lollapalooza in Pictures
I’ve gone to Lollapalooza five years running and each and every time is a completely unique experience. I’d count 2012 as the best one yet. Day One I wore a Nasty Gal floral crop shirt with DIY shredded high waisted denim shorts and harness boots. I accessorized with cocktail rings, a Rusted Revolution Holster handpiece, … Read more
Cuffs and Collars
From neck to wrist to ankle, from runway to the streets, cuffs and collars are everywhere. If you haven’t embraced the trend yet, no worries — the resurgence of tailored and feminine styles aren’t going away anytime soon. Get some inspiration from these style photographs below. I spy about 1000 DIYs. – Lesley *Sources: the crowd … Read more
Ashley Kolln of Atomik Bomb
I met Ashley Kolln through work at Topshop Chicago and was hardly surprised to learn that she had a background in fashion design. While working with her, I was struck by her coif of beachy curls, and the unique, crafty jewelry she would pair with her everyday outfits. Feathers, body chains, combat boots, DIYs — Ashley is … Read more
Coachella Style Stalking
The highly anticipated “festival fashion” post is here. Let us assure you, ladies and gents, we saw some damn good outfits and were able to capture most of them – but this was not without effort. Bloggers seem to hate the term “style stalking,” but let’s be honest here, it’s what you have to do. … Read more
Coachella Day Three
We couldn’t have asked for better weather on Day Three of Coachella’s first weekend. It was a glorious 80 something degrees, so naturally, the four of us (Lesley, Lucy, Paulina, and Celby) made the most of the pool that morning. After munching on nummy snacks and sipping down a little pre-noon cocktail we were off … Read more
Coachella Day Two
With Coachella almost halfway over (yiiiikes), we made an extra effort to jump our of bed for Day Two. We hit The Riviera pool party/Bikini Bar, snagged some chaise lounges, ordered a round of drinks and started soaking in the rays. The pool was littered with stylish festival-goers. Beach balls floated in the water, and … Read more
FILTER Magazine’s 10th Annual Coachella Party presented by Aerie
One thing we learned about Coachella is that it’s just as much about the parties as it is about the music. Thursday is the night of pre-festival shindigs. With #yolo in mind, we pulled it together after our tiring day of travel, and outfitted ourselves for the Filter Magazine party, and boy are we glad we did! It was … Read more
Coachella: The Arrival
After a quick LAX pickup our fre$h white Ford Escape and an IN-N-OUT excursion that was fitting of the name, we (along with pals Paulina and Celby) hit the road – windows down, snacks handy and Kanye‘s new jam “Mercy” blaring through the speakers. With pre-Coachella adrenaline rushing through our veins, us four newcomers to … Read more
