tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-43669550270588523572024-03-13T18:37:11.334-07:00muffin top baby: fashion with a dash of curves!coco kaileehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02537182951451883165noreply@blogger.comBlogger95125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4366955027058852357.post-59045679529660945292012-07-12T14:41:00.000-07:002012-07-12T14:41:04.512-07:00Long time, no post!<div style="text-align: center;">
Hello to all my followers! Its been a while, hasn't it?</div>
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As some of you know, I've had a lot on my plate since last year when my parents announced they were moving to Italy. Its been a little rough, but I've been a busy bee trying to get things together in preparation for my move to SoCal, arranging work and a place to stay. Luckily, I've found the latter, but I'm still working on the former. I'm also in the midst of building up my wardrobe stylist portfolio and have had a lot of fun (and success) in doing so over the past several months!</div>
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Curious as to what I've been up to? Here's a peek!</div>
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To see more, check out wardrobe stylist blog: <a href="http://thejetblonde.blogspot.com/"><b>Jet Blonde</b></a><br />
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While I'm not closing Muffin Top Baby, I will be updating this new one more frequently as I produce more work. So be sure to check it out/follow to keep up with me and all my photoshoot adventures!<br />
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The weather has been wonderful here in Sac lately. We started out a bit rocky around late March, early April, but now as its getting closer to May we find ourselves with lots of gorgeous (albeit hot) sunshine so yesterday I had an impromptu "photoshoot" out on the street. (Please ignore my roots XD) Now today on the other hand...today was a great day for thrifting! So I took my little sister and her friend to Thrift Town where we literally 'went to town' on the all the great finds and prices...</div>
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You can almost guarantee you'll walk away several items under $15 after a trip to TT--good for your closet, bad for your wallet if you've got loads of extra cash to spend. Today, I did not in fact have much on me save for a few dollars in tips I made the other night at work and with said green; I was able to walk away with a beautiful, sheer mint button up collar blouse, an AMAZING lavender blazer, and a pair of high-waisted Levi's (that seemed to fit oh-so-perfectly) that I plan to DIY this week for some <a href="http://blog.nastygal.com/">NG</a>-inspired cutoff shorts.</div>
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In other news, I will be shooting with my friend Ashlee tomorrow! (Check out her blog on my blogroll: <a href="http://spookymermaid.blogspot.com/">spooks + scales</a>) We're going to do a great Lolita inspired photoshoot. Can't wait to hang with and photograph her again; its been too long and she's such a talented individual! She's a fellow mermaid-at-heart too! Hopefully its not too hot tomorrow--I don't want her melting like a popsicle in this soon-to-be-summer heat! :)</div>
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This past week was a busy one. I shot with Mr. <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/istilldream/">John Danger</a> (pictured above, with the curly hair) and we did some amazing film work together. (I can't wait to see the results!) I took my camera as well so I could photograph him for my "Portrait of a Photographer" series which I plan to revive over the next coming months. The last one I did was of miss <a href="http://youthtographer.blogspot.com/">Jacqueline Harriet</a> and I loved how they turned out... Then I shot again with my good friend <a href="http://www.dannyfungblog.com/">Danny Fung</a> (the handsome Asian gentleman with "swag" reminiscent of James Dean) who I will be collaborating with as a stylist on a shoot for Glacier Magazine for the June edition. Its been a while since I've done any styling like that--the last time I think was when I was visiting Katie and Brad and Farley down in LA. Needless to say, I'm definitely looking forward to it :)</div>
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Here's a sneak peek from my shoot with Danny! (Wearing my new, super-awesome poncho!)</div>
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Speaking of which, the <a href="http://www.healthyisthenewskinny.com/"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #fc6da3;">Healthy is the New Skinny</span></b></a> team and PUP (Perfectly Un-Perfected) program will be touring Seattle in February. We're going to be stopping by several different high schools and communities to speak with teenagers, their friends, and their families about positive body image and how to keep their sparkle and we can't wait! Its going to be an amazing journey for an amazing cause! If you'd like to be a part of the program, or even just donate (because of limited government funds, we're funding this tour and our program ourselves), check out this video to learn more!<br />
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</i></div><div style="text-align: center;">It's been a little while since I last posted, and for that I am sorry! Things have been very, very busy the past week or so; so unfortunately my attention has been...divided. I've been working a lot on photography stuff and fun new content for the blog now that we're in holiday season. Since I've gone Blonde though, I've been trying to update my portfolio for the agency and my friend Danny Fung was kind enough to shoot with me again last Sunday; so I thought I'd share some photos from one of the looks we shot while wandering around Downtown before dark...<br />
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I've written about Danny before and as you guys know I adore him. He's a very talented photographer here in Sacramento and I always love seeing what he comes up with!<span class="Apple-style-span" style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"> You guys should be sure to visit his <a href="http://www.dannyfungphotography.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #fc6da3;"><b>website</b></span></a> and check out some of his new work on his <a href="http://www.facebook.com/dannyfungphotography"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #fc6da3;"><b>official facebook</b></span></a>. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="text-align: -webkit-auto;">I wanted to do something a bit sharp looking for the portfolio, so I decided to combine my vintage red Joseph Magnin blazer with my </span><a href="http://www.vj-style.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #fc6da3;"><b>VJ-Style</b></span></a> button up and these retro wide-leg jeans that I came across while thrifting with my sister a few weeks ago. I think this type of outfit is a great look for Fall and especially for occasions that may call for something a little more professional.<br />
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I really love the trousers. I've been obsessing over them since I bought them and, I confess, I'll find any reason to wear them and anything to pair them with! Lol! They are a thinner, breathable jean fabric, almost like a linen, and have a double button front that is reminiscent of that old school nautical/sailor look. The front comes up a bit higher, which I really like. I would have loved for an even higher waist for that great 1970s silhouette, which I'm glad is coming back, but alas... I'm still on the look out for the perfect high-waist, wide-leg jean! Hopefully the right pair will come along soon. *crosses fingers*</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
How have you all been, by the way? I've missed you! I hope everyone is having a lovely break so far. I don't know about you guys, but I'm so stoked for Thursday and all the amazing food it will bring. Hopefully these jeans will still fit afterward! Lol!<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">I'm so very excited to announce that MTB has a new sponsor - <a href="http://gypsywarrior.com/"><b>Gypsy Warrior</b></a>!<br />
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If you haven't visited or shopped <a href="http://gypsywarrior.com/"><b>Gypsy Warrior</b></a> yet, I HIGHLY recommend you do so A-S-A-P. I absolutely love <a href="http://gypsywarrior.com/"><b>GW</b></a>. The clothes are so fashion-forward and unique - if I could, I would buy everything up in the store for myself! Their combination of modern NYC mixed with vintage rock'n'roll is positively chic! Nicla, co-founder (alongside Michel) was kind enough to send me an amazing parcel with this beautiful angel-sleeve mini dress and badass silver and black stone ring. She also hand-wrote me a little note - how sweet is that? I'm so in love with how this dress feels when I wear it... I can definitely promise you guys that you'll be seeing more of it! Lol!<br />
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More exciting news: I went blonde! Like, really, really blonde. I had to go to the doctor on Monday (the last visit for this month, thank goodness) and afterward I treated myself to a trip to the salon. I walked in and asked the girl there for the Abbey Lee, who is my total style-crush right now (seriously, I can't get enough of that woman) and luckily I didn't have to whip out the photos I'd brought with me as examples - she already knew exactly what I wanted and I couldn't be happier with the results. A new me for the new season.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">This week has been a tough one. I took a trip to the doctor on Wednesday to, unfortunately, suffer through a very invasive procedure without any anesthesia. It was a horrible experience that I wouldn't even wish on my enemies. (Or should I say the cast of 'Jersey Shore'? Lol) But it was wonderful coming home to a package from my new friends over at <a href="http://www.vj-style.com/"><b><i>VJ-Style</i></b></a>. They were kind enough to send me this beautifully unique button up - which is so, so soft to the touch and so pretty with its irregular, fluttery hem - and these very cool rings. I've never been much of a jewelry kind of girl, but lately I find myself loving the look of layered rings and bracelets and necklaces. Very Johnny Depp, I guess you could say. Its definitely safe to say that <a href="http://www.vj-style.com/"><b><i>VJ-Style</i></b></a> is officially one of my new favorite places to shop!<br />
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So I went thrifting with my little sister today and picked up a flannel, because I've seriously been in love with the cutout shoulders look for a while now (it adds great edge to any top), and especially the <a href="http://www.shopnastygal.com/products/Flannel-Cutout-Shirt.html"><b>Flannel Cutout Shirt by UNIF</b></a> over at <a href="http://www.shopnastygal.com/"><b>NastyGal</b></a>. Unfortunately, its all sold out now, but being the crafty kinda gal that I am, I decided to DIY one for myself, and although I would have liked a much more over-sized flannel; I do really like how it turned out.</center><center><br />
</center><center>What do you guys think? :}</center><center><br />
xoxo Coco</center><center><br />
</center><center>P.S. HAPPY HALLOWEEN, EVERYBODY!!! <333<br />
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</center>coco kaileehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02537182951451883165noreply@blogger.com21tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4366955027058852357.post-73248328447473321122011-10-24T03:00:00.000-07:002012-04-27T13:30:13.459-07:00Presenting Urchin Mag!<div style="text-align: center;"><b>Currently Listening to:</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>"God Made Man" by Young the Giant</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">Hello my lovelies! I've been hard at work on the new <i>Muffin Top Baby</i> shop along with a bunch of other new and exciting things for <i>MTB</i>. In the meantime though, I wanted to take the time to share with you guys a new side project that my little sister and I have started up: <i><b><a href="http://urchinmag.blogspot.com/">Urchin Mag</a></b></i>.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Part blog, part magazine, <i><b><a href="http://urchinmag.blogspot.com/">Urchin Mag</a></b></i> is a brand new blogzine inspired by sunburns, bare feet, and the streets of the OC - as well our own childhoods growing up in Huntington Beach! It is rooted in the unique youth style, culture, and vibe of sunny Southern California and we'll be featuring everything from fashion, music, art, and live events that embody So-Cal and the surf, swim, and skate lifestyle.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">So if you live in your swimsuit and love the smell of the ocean air, check out <b style="font-style: italic;"><a href="http://urchinmag.blogspot.com/">Urchin Mag</a></b>! <3</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">xoxo Coco</div>coco kaileehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02537182951451883165noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4366955027058852357.post-71881377269329010572011-10-21T00:23:00.000-07:002012-04-27T13:30:34.897-07:00The Last House on the Left + HELLO, NEW FOLLOWERS!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>Currently Listening to:</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: center;"><i>"Dirge" by Death in Vegas</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">I love October. The beginning of Autumn in general is amazing, actually. The leaves are changing and the sunsets somehow always seem more poetic around this time of year. Plus there's always that onset of childish excitement for Halloween (one of my favorite holidays) no matter how old you are. Admittedly, I usually spend my October nights watching scary movies and having marathons of my two biggest guilty pleasures: Paranormal State. I will also confess that I have a bit of crush on Ryan Buell. There, I said it.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">I'm very excited for Halloween. (All of my neighbors have decorations up, so I'm thinking a Halloween-themed outfit post/shoot may be in order.) And although twenty-one is decidedly a little too old to trick-r-treat, I still plan on celebrating, and dressing up. As what, I'm still not sure, which is a little sad considering the thirty-first is only about a week and a half away. I do well under pressure though, so I'll likely come up with something resourceful two days before and DIY it all myself. Yay for crafting! Lol!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Now though I'd like to take the time to say hello and welcome to my amazing new followers!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><ul><li>Dynamic Super Duo <a href="http://vivykora.blogspot.com/"><i><b>VivyKora</b></i></a><a href="http://vivykora.blogspot.com/"></a></li>
<li>Hip Miss <a href="http://hayleyhour.blogspot.com/"><i><b>Haley Hour</b></i></a>, who has her own fabulous shop <a href="http://hayleyhour.blogspot.com/p/my-lovely-little-shop.html"><b>HERE</b></a></li>
<li>Adorably inspiring, <b><i>Rae</i></b> of <a href="http://www.tinyvanillafrap.com/"><i><b>Tiny Vanilla Frap</b></i></a></li>
<li>Uber stylish <a href="http://rominagentilini.blogspot.com/"><b><i>Romina Gentilini</i></b></a></li>
<li>Miss <a href="http://mabel-time.blogspot.com/"><b><i>Mabel</i></b></a>, who is one of THE coolest and cutest modern pinup girls</li>
<li>Life-loving rebel girl, <a href="http://f-ckthisshit.blogspot.com/"><b><i>Marieke</i></b></a></li>
<li>The cool and creative <b><i>Hannah</i></b> of <a href="http://realitzar.blogspot.com/"><b><i>Tot Ho Faig Malament</i></b></a></li>
<li><b><i>Amara </i></b>from <a href="http://sircello-and-ladybow.blogspot.com/"><b><i>Cello & Bow</i></b></a>, who has amazing taste in music</li>
<li>The artistically inclined <b><i>Ahn</i></b> from <a href="http://aseaofthoughts.blogspot.com/"><b><i>A Sea of Thoughts</i></b></a></li>
<li>And the ever <a href="http://www.moustachic.com/"><b><i>Moustachic</i></b></a> Miss <b><i>Annalisa</i></b></li>
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<div style="text-align: center;">I'm so happy to have you be a part of the <b><i>Muffin Top Baby</i></b> family, and so glad to know that you loved my blog enough to follow!</div><div style="text-align: center;">Thank you so much for the wonderful comments and the love! They mean so much to me <3</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">xoxo Coco</div>coco kaileehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02537182951451883165noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4366955027058852357.post-34548633866043173922011-10-16T23:53:00.000-07:002012-04-27T13:21:09.971-07:00Prove you're alive.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>Currently Listening to:</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>"Preaching to the Choir Invisible, Pt II" by Quiet Company</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I don't know why, but lately I've been finding myself more and more inspired by the edgier side of fashion. I'm really digging neutral, black and gray especially, as well as dark shades and jewel tones like ruby and raspberry and chartreuse. Of course, that's not to say that I still don't love me some lace and a great pencil skirt, but my mood seems to be shifting with the season, I guess. The leaves are changing and so am I. (And that's not a bad thing, I don't think?) You all know me: I'm usually a Spring and Summer kind of gal, but... I don't know what it is about this Fall, but it has me itching to throw on huge, slouchy sweaters and super skinny jeans. Unfortunately, I don't have many of either of those, but I guess that gives me a good reason to shop, huh?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">xoxo Coco</div>coco kaileehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02537182951451883165noreply@blogger.com27tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4366955027058852357.post-40495266516099994022011-10-12T19:10:00.000-07:002012-04-27T13:21:09.987-07:00You're a star in nobody's eyes but mine.<div style="text-align: center;"><b>Currently Listening to:</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>"Andy, You're A Star" by The Killers</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br />
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</i></div><div style="text-align: center;">I've been so sick lately, its horrible. Thankfully now I have new medical insurance though, so I have access to what I need to get better. The past few days have been really nice with my new medication to moderate my UC, not to mention the weather has been really pretty. Rainy, but pretty. I'm looking forward to an LA trip here in the next couple of weeks to stay with Katie and Bradford over at <a href="http://www.naturalmodelsla.com/">Natural</a>, to work on some stuff for the agency (yay for photoshoots!) and new content for <a href="http://www.healthyisthenewskinny.com/">HNS</a>. Katie was actually just in Oprah Magazine as well with a great 8-page spread on society's (extreme) ideals of beauty and the pressure it puts on people, young and old, to be "perfect". The article includes a really amazing photo as well. I strongly urge everyone check it out for themselves <a href="http://healthyisthenewskinny.com/2011/10/beautiful-imperfection-katie-halchishick%E2%80%99s-iconic-photo-hits-the-stands/">HERE</a>! :}</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Anyhoo. I thought I'd switch it up in this outfit post and actually do some fun street shots instead of my usual wall photos. Especially now that the weather is changing, the sun won't be so harsh. Overcast weather always makes for pretty lighting. In other news, I made some clip-in bangs! And I'm seriously so in love with how they look! I've always wanted straight bangs, but since I promised Katie I wouldn't do anything else drastic to my hair, I decided to fake my fringes instead and DIY'd some out a pair of curly hair extensions I'd had for a while now. Yay for hair stuff!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Hope you are all fabulous! Lots of love <3</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">xoxo Coco</div>coco kaileehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02537182951451883165noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4366955027058852357.post-74383120881394045212011-10-02T18:09:00.000-07:002012-04-27T13:30:13.476-07:00MUFFIN TOP BABY CELEBRATES ITS 1ST BIRTHDAY!!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>Currently Listening to:</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>"Breathe" by Miss A</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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I can't believe its been a whole year! Unfortunately, I woke up incredibly dehydrated, but I managed to suck it up and snap some quick pics for you guys in my new dress. Isn't it darling? My mom bought it for me as a Bloggerthday present! And to celebrate the blog, I decided to switch up the banner :}<br />
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From the bottom of my heart though, I want to thank all of my readers for your love and support! From spreading the word about <i><b>Muffin Top Baby</b></i>, to returning to read and comment time and time again, and even for all your well wishes and prayers through my health struggles... You guys have seriously made this such a great experience, and it makes blogging all the more worth it!<br />
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I look forward to celebrating birthday #2 with all of you!!! <3<br />
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xoxo Coco</div>coco kaileehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02537182951451883165noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4366955027058852357.post-54562203652729364302011-09-29T17:10:00.000-07:002012-04-27T13:21:09.998-07:00Faster Pussycat, Thrill, Thrill<div style="text-align: center;"><b>Currently Listening to:</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>"Funplex" by the B-52s</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br />
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My new glasses came in last Friday and even though I'm incredibly sick, I have been enjoying the ability to see again! I've never owned a pair of Ray-Bans before, but I really, really love them. My mom and sister are super jealous; my step-dad calls them BCGs. (That's Air Force code for "Birth Control Glasses" XD) However, I'm currently mucking about the house with a sore throat and horrible sinuses. On top of that, I'm having a really bad UC flare-up, so its been a rough week so far. Still, I thought I'd post an outfit for all of you!<br />
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When I'm feeling better, at the request of couple of my amazing readers (namely miss Amalia of <a href="http://alittlebitofshine.blogspot.com/">A Little Bit of Shine</a> and miss Frances of <a href="http://polkapolish.blogspot.com/">Polka Polish</a> and <a href="http://bakingamess.blogspot.com/">Making A Mess</a>), I will be putting together some tutorial videos on how I do my hair and makeup. If there's anything else anyone would like to see, whether a certain make-up look or hairstyle that I've done in the past or if you just have some questions for me, feel free to post them here or e-mail me at <a href="mailto:cocol@muffintopbaby.com">cocol@muffintopbaby.com</a> and I will be sure to answer them for you :}<br />
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Lots of love! <3 <3 <3<br />
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xoxo Coco<br />
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P.S. MUFFIN TOP BABY TURNS 1 YEAR OLD ON SUNDAY!!!</div>coco kaileehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02537182951451883165noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4366955027058852357.post-91657783429272139392011-09-20T00:01:00.000-07:002012-04-27T13:21:10.065-07:00I'll Always Be Courage's Child.<div style="text-align: center;"><b>Currently Listening to:</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>"I Don't Want To See You Like This" by The Joy Formidable</i><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">I hope everyone had a fun weekend. I, myself, suffered from a bout of food poisoning thanks to my parents' friends - I think they under-cooked the pork they brought to lunch early on Saturday afternoon (I'm still feeling a little gross) - which really sucked, because Saturday night I was supposed to go to this amazing charity benefit; I was really looking forward to seeing my good friend <a href="http://juniperjames.wordpress.com/"><i>Kari</i></a> and helping raise money for a great cause. On a good note though, before the icky-ness kicked in, I did manage to get new glasses! I picked out these amazing Ray Bans and I am so, so excited for them to get here. I guess my eyesight has gotten better too (which I didn't know it could do!), or so the people at the optical center told me. Anyhoo!<br />
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These glasses are seriously the coolest ones I've ever owned. They're thick-rimmed Wayfarers in a really wicked fiery tortoise-shell texture with this really cool slant to them. Ah! I love them. I can't wait to show you them! I wish I could have left the store with them the same day, but oh well. I only have to wait about 4-7 days more. That should be easy, right? (Probably not, actually. Lol.) I have no patience when it comes to nifty things like new clothes, accessories, electronics, and so on. I hate the waiting period in between, especially when all I can think about are the amazing outfits that will go with these new goggles of mine. Oh, why can't they be here now? Not going to lie, I feel a little like Veruca Salt. "I want an Oompah Loompah, and I want it now!"<br />
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Buuut instead, I shall just be happy and rejoice for my amazing new followers! And I'd like to welcome them to <i>MTB</i>! So say hello to the fashion, shopping, music and photography-loving <i><b>Aleksandra</b></i> of <a href="http://olascloset.blogspot.com/"><i>Ola's Closet</i></a>; aspiring fashion writer and style runaway <i><b>Kelsey</b></i> at <a href="http://runawayinla.blogspot.com/"><i>RUNAWAY IN LA</i></a>; marathon shopper and jogger <i><b>Mery</b></i> from <a href="http://cup-of-frappe.blogspot.com/"><i>Cup of Frappe</i></a>; Greek Goddess <i><b>Matina</b></i> over at <a href="http://livingwithstyle-matina.blogspot.com/"><i>Living With Style</i></a>; and uberly talented artist, stylist, and decorista, <i><b>Lauren Christine</b></i> of <a href="http://goldenwhitedecor.blogspot.com/"><i>Golden White Decor</i></a>. I love what each of you ladies do!<br />
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P.S. This outfit was inspired by <i><b>Karin Kirsten</b></i> of <i><a href="http://karinkirsten.blogspot.com/">Wunderlust</a> </i>(one of my absolute favorite blogs) whose most recent post <i><b><a href="http://karinkirsten.blogspot.com/2011/09/falling.html">"Falling"</a></b></i> featured a great combination of a lace <i><a href="http://www.topshop.com/">Top Shop</a></i> bodysuit paired with an <i><a href="http://www.asos.com/">Asos</a></i> maxi skirt. So thank you for the inspiration, Miss Karin!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><ul></ul></div>coco kaileehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02537182951451883165noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4366955027058852357.post-31245097609650501352011-09-16T14:09:00.000-07:002012-04-27T13:21:09.955-07:00So Where You From, Son?<div style="text-align: center;"><b>Currently Listening to:</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>"Gold Coast" by GROUPLOVE</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">So I've been really, really busy the past week with school and all that, but to my excitement; I was also entrusted to develop a Tumblr for <i><a href="http://www.healthyisthenewskinny.com/">Healthy is the New Skinny</a></i>! So my time for the past several days has pretty much been devoted to putting together an awesome layout and graphics for it. I can't wait to unveil the final product to all of you when its finished! In other news, my step-dad, who recently applied for some jobs at a few of the Air Force bases across the pond, heard back from the one in Aviano (Italy) and they've basically given him the job. I'm so stoked! We're unsure where everything will go from here, as there's still a lot of negotiations, but its likely the majority of the move won't be happening for another year. So, I have twelve months to decide whether or not I'm going with them or if I want to stay here and possibly move down to LA. Either way, I'm super excited!<br />
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Also! It's time to welcome a new round-up of followers! So please say hello to the eclectically stylish miss <i><b>Froso M.</b></i> of <i><a href="http://stylenirvana.blogspot.com/">Style Nirvana</a>,</i> the very inspiring <i><b>Elspeth Angharad</b></i> at <a href="http://glitterandpearls.blogspot.com/" style="font-style: italic;">Glitter and Pearls</a>, and the suuuper chic <i><b>Jennifer Worman</b></i> of <a href="http://www.redsolesandredwine.com/" style="font-style: italic;">Red Soles and Red Wine</a>! Thank you so much for following, you fabulous ladies, you! <3<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">Hello, lovelies! After a long Labor Day Weekend and the flu, I thought I'd post a new outfit for you! Pretty simple and relaxed, really. A tank top layered with my favorite graphic tee and I decided to rock my favorite plaid button-up as a sort of skirt, channeling 90s Grunge if you will. I kind of liked how it looked over shorts too though. The look kind of reminds me of elementary school days, when we wrapped our sweaters and jackets around our waists at lunch time and recess... A great trip down memory lane...<br />
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Anyhoo! I've been running around like a mad woman today, trying to get things done (including some school work and some new graphic/website design commissions) and sorted out before the big <a href="http://www.helpmakemiracles.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.eventDetails&eventID=920"><i>FNO</i></a> event tonight. It should be a ton of fun and I'm looking forward to seeing some of my favorite fashion-forward faces there!<br />
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Hope you all had a fun, safe Labor Day! <3<br />
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xoxo Coco</div>coco kaileehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02537182951451883165noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4366955027058852357.post-18088146612462351412011-08-31T01:53:00.000-07:002012-04-27T13:21:09.939-07:00Afternoon Tea + MORE AMAZING FOLLOWERS!<div style="text-align: center;"><b>Currently Listening to:</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>"Fidelity" by Regina Spektor</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I was feeling a bit girly and quirky for my Sunday lunch date with a friend of mine at this adorable little cafe up in Placerville. It was a bit hot, but the weather was still nice, and due to the fancy nature of having tea; I opted for a cute little dress! This leopard one is by <i><a href="http://www.trippnyc.com/">Tripp NYC</a> </i>and its called "Pop Tart" which I absolutely love. Taking full advantage of the fact that we were having afternoon tea, Dee and I got pretty gussied up for our fun day together; and I couldn't help but get a bit fancy with a birdcage veil and cute charm bracelet my sister got me from her trip to Monterey a while back. We felt a little bit like royalty and made sure to have our pinkies raised at all times! I was reminded a little of the very, very funny <i>Saturday Night Live</i> skit called <i><a href="http://www.hulu.com/watch/215180/saturday-night-live-a-spot-of-tea">"A Spot of Tea"</a></i> with Russell Brand, Andy Samberg, and Bill Hader.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Needless to say, I really, really wanted to yell "Seismograph" at the top of my lungs the whole time we drank tea and ate our lunch, but managed to keep it together. Afterward, we drove up to the ranches to pick some of the last of the berries before we transition into Fall, but not before enjoying some of the famous pie near Apple Hill of course! (Delicious!) It was so much fun. We plan to go back this labor day weekend for the opening of the apple ranches too and maybe go to the sneak preview for the new movie <i>Fighter</i>.</div><div style="text-align: center;">Goodness knows, I love me some Tom Hardy!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><br />
</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">To my delight, I have some more amazing new followers to thank and urge all of you to check out! First we have <a href="http://alittlebitofshine.blogspot.com/">Amalia</a>, a nineteen year old style blogger from Greece with <i>the</i> coolest hair I've ever seen. (I've been a big fan of her blog for a while now and adore her style!) Second is Shay of <a href="http://donewithconformity.blogspot.com/">donewithconformity</a>, a blogger with some seriously skills: she runs <i>The Blogger Project</i> in which she features some of her favorite bloggers by turning them into an awesome work of art! DEFINITELY a must-see. Then there's "Fashion Kat" <a href="http://fashionkats.blogspot.com/">Rita</a>, a stylish blogger who loves fashion, shoes, and - you guessed it! - cats! (Among other things!) Then there's the romantic Russian herself, Miss <a href="http://annushkalitvinova.blogspot.com/">Annushka Litvinova</a> with her quirky and whimsical fashion sense! She's so sweet and I always look forward to seeing what she's wearing! I can't forget Beth from <a href="http://styleinthebag.blogspot.com/">Stylish Confessions</a> either. I love her blog and her casual and oh-so-cool style...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Last but not least, Michelle and Hiven, who don't have personal blogs, but I still wanted to thank them for the follow! It means a lot to me that they enjoy reading <i>MTB</i> so much.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So thank you, thank you, thank you, everyone! You are all amazing <3</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">xoxo Coco</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>P.S. I'm so glad you guys like my Back To School outfit; I want you to share your's too! So don't forget to send in photos of yourselves in your favorite back to school gear for my "Back To School Special" coming up! Be sure to include your name, age, and link to your blog! Send to: <i>cocol@muffintopbaby.com</i> for a chance to be featured here on <i>MTB</i> :}</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>coco kaileehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02537182951451883165noreply@blogger.com18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4366955027058852357.post-78979209010139559972011-08-27T01:15:00.000-07:002012-04-27T13:21:10.023-07:00Back To School + HELLO, NEW FOLLOWERS!<div style="text-align: center;"><b>Currently Listening to:</b><br />
<i>"With You" by Jessica Simpson</i><br />
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<i>wedge platform shoes from <a href="http://www.ninewest.com/">Nine West</a>)</i><br />
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So I had to be up <i>super</i> early for a mandatory orientation for one of my classes and...I wasn't thrilled to say the least. Mainly because of my stomach, which is prone to flareups most in the mornings. Luckily, its an online class, so I won't have to be on-campus much. It didn't make sense (to me, anyway) for an online class to have an in-person orientation, ESPECIALLY on the weekend, but aaaanywaaay...<br />
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Unfortunately today was one of THE hottest days of the summer in Sacramento, so I had no choice <i>but</i> to opt for shorts, but couldn't resist wearing my fur or my blazer. I wore my favorite shorts from <i><a href="http://www.forever21.com/heritage1981/main.asp">Heritage198</a>1</i> that used to be a really great pair of flared jeans, but unfortunately were ruined; and I cut them up and converted them into shorts instead. I was so bummed, because they were literally THE perfect pair of bell-bottoms. Now I'm on a search this Fall for a new pair of flares/wide-legs to replace them. I hate shopping them vintage though, because I can never find any in my size. It seems like the only proper surviving bell-bottoms these days were worn by girls with 24" waists!<br />
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I was pretty simple, just tucking in a nice Nollie v-neck that I picked up when I used to work at <i><a href="http://www.pacsun.com/">PacSun</a></i>. I think its safe to say that they make some of the most comfortable tees there are... I got a bit dressy by throwing on my blazer (a vintage piece that the costumer and home-ed teacher let me keep after our high school production of Pillow Talk a few years back) and some great wedge-style platforms from <i><a href="http://www.ninewest.com/">Nine West</a></i> that I've had for what seems like forever. I don't know why I don't wear them anymore, because they are wonderfully comfortable as they are stylish. I also broke out my <i><a href="http://www.whitehouseblackmarket.com/store/home.jsp">White House | Black Market</a> </i>clutch that's been in hibernation since I got my newer, faux-snake skin one a few months ago. I love the polka-dot ruffles and I love that it's convertible; it can be used as a clutch or a purse by tucking and un-tucking the chain shoulder strap.<br />
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Since it was for a business class, they asked us to dress for something of an ideal job we had in mind. Myself, wanting to work in some division of fashion, tried to keep it relaxed, but still stylish. I also couldn't resist the chance to sport another blazer, which as you all know; I'm completely crazy over at the moment. I've been window-shopping like crazy on <i><a href="http://romwe.com/">Romwe</a> </i>(check out the <i><a href="http://romwe-romwe.blogspot.com/">Romwe Blog</a> </i>too!); they have an EXCELLENT selection of trendy suit and boyfriend-style blazers <a href="http://www.romwe.com/shop-new-suits-c-38_68.html">HERE</a>. I pretty much want each and every one!<br />
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Also! I wanted to take this time to say hello to my newest followers: <a href="http://stephaniemattiphotos.blogspot.com/"><i>Stephanie Matti</i></a>, a very talented up and coming photographer from the U.K. (I wish I lived closer so I could work with you, Stephanie!!!), equally talented aspiring photographer <a href="http://fragileshadows.blogspot.com/"><i>Emelia Taveras</i></a> (your work is absolutely beautiful); fierce fashion-lover and blogger <a href="http://gorgeousblue-eyes.blogspot.com/"><i>Joanna S.</i></a> (one of my favorites!) from South Poland; and David-Martin of <a href="http://www.sickbytrend.com/"><i>Sick By Trend</i></a>, a blog that absolutely lives up to its name, with the dish on some seriously sick styles and tasty trends! Thanks so much for following, guys! I love what you do <3<br />
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So let me know what you guys thought of my Back to School Ensemble. Would you hire me? Haha! Also, as I'm finishing up the Summer Style Special (there's still a chance to submit your outfit/photos and blog link!), I'm preparing for a Back To School Special as well and would love to see you guys' in your back to school gear! If you'd like to see yourself on <i>MTB</i>, then send a full outfit shot and one detail (up-close) shot, as well as your name, age, and url to your blog link; to <a href="mailto:cocol@muffintopbaby.com"><i>cocol@muffintopbaby.com</i></a> and be a part of the fashion fun!<br />
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xoxo Coco</div>coco kaileehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02537182951451883165noreply@blogger.com25tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4366955027058852357.post-82256517998866644322011-08-22T05:03:00.000-07:002012-04-27T13:21:10.034-07:00Don't Let The Sun Blast Your Shadow<div style="text-align: center;"><b>Currently Listening to:</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>"Rock 'N' Roll Suicide" by David Bowie</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZuPFcZ9Xr9qPzOPrehemMrdzayqqdfzPIDhpKk3x9aOqONbBUCwRFxmgy41v795CKIteLmOdAVdKnJccKN7omQ2nw5MbHsz7PC3EHDArhqGBIur3OTqVf7QHvrDZ7iayQ4EylR2lKIIKJ/s1600/IMG_0649C.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZuPFcZ9Xr9qPzOPrehemMrdzayqqdfzPIDhpKk3x9aOqONbBUCwRFxmgy41v795CKIteLmOdAVdKnJccKN7omQ2nw5MbHsz7PC3EHDArhqGBIur3OTqVf7QHvrDZ7iayQ4EylR2lKIIKJ/s640/IMG_0649C.png" width="426" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>(Vintage fur collar, <a href="http://www.lanebryant.com/">Lane Bryant</a> top, vintage Yves Saint Laurent scarf as a belt, tiered black lace maxi</i><br />
<i>skirt by Solemio courtesy of <a href="http://www.gojane.com/">GoJane.com</a>, vintage Mudd booties, assorted vintage & <a href="http://www.forever21.com/">F21</a> jewelry</i><i>,</i><br />
<i> gifted one-of-a-kind patchwork purse from Amsterdam)</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br />
</i></div><div style="text-align: center;">So I had to run some errands and do some last minute shopping for school. Not the fun kind of shopping where you get to spend hours in stores trying on outfits with your mom, but the kind that involves purchasing supplies you'll never use and over-priced paperback books. To my surprise, it was fairly warm and I just did not feel like sweating up a storm in denim; so I decided to wear my favorite skirt instead! The gorgeous black lace one that <a href="http://www.gojane.com/"><i>GoJane.com</i></a> was kind enough to send me earlier this Spring/Summer! Anyway! I paired it with one of my trapeze tank tops from <i><a href="http://www.lanebryant.com/">Lane Bryant</a></i> that I love so much. Then, as you guys can see... I started to get a bit <i>creative</i>.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">I've had this vintage <i>YSL</i> scarf for forever, since I bought my fur collar in fact (they came together, the scarf was a gift) and thought I'd play with it. It was on my head at first, tied up like a turban, but ended up around my waist instead. Since I was going in a very 70s, Hippie-Rocker-Chic direction, I decided to break out my trusty collar and the purse that my parents brought me back from their trip to Europe a few years ago. It has these beautiful patches of velvet and blown glass beads on the shoulder, which I absolutely love, and even though I've never been much of a jewelry kind of gal (I'm a bit simplistic); I think I was actually wearing every piece of jewelry that I own!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">I borrowed (read: <i>stole</i>) a bunch of my step-dad's old records/albums and have been inspired by the music of his generation lately. I especially love listening to <i>I Got Dem Ol' Kozmic Blues Again Mama</i>, <i>Frampton Comes Alive</i>, and <i>The Rise & Fall of Ziggy Stardust & The Spiders from Mars</i>. Plus, I wanted to try my own take on the new <i><a href="http://www.freepeople.com/">Free People</a></i> <i><a href="http://www.muffintopbaby.com/2011/08/take-peek-inside-my-purse-free-people.html">August 2011 "in Venice" Look Book</a></i> with all the layers, vintage-inspired prints and accessories. Please ignore my somewhat tired look. I just put some blush, eye shadow and lipstick on. That color is actually one of my favorites that I unearthed whilst sifting through my armoire for my bangles; its called "Flirt" and its by Benefit (my favorite).<br />
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You guys can see my new Ombre hair a little bit better too, which has totally and completely grown on me (literally). I absolutely love it; it feels really natural and sexy! I've been working a lot with my hair recently, trying to achieve that perfect beachy, boho-wave. I've tried a few different ways, but I think the closest I've come to the ultimate wavy 'do was through Cara's <a href="http://www.afashionloveaffair.com/2011/07/wavy-hair-tutorial-with-hana-flat-iron.html"><i>Wavy Hair Tutorial</i></a> over at <a href="http://www.afashionloveaffair.com/"><i>A Fashion Love Affair</i></a>, which has become one of my favorite personal style blogs as of late! Cara's also hosting a <a href="http://www.afashionloveaffair.com/2011/08/hana-titanium-flat-iron-giveaway.html">giveaway</a> for a<i> Hana Titanium Flat Iron</i><i> </i>(as seen in <i><a href="http://www.redbookmag.com/">Red Book</a></i> and <i><a href="http://www.marieclaire.com/">Marie Claire</a></i>), so be sure to check that out and enter for your chance to win!<br />
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And with that, I shall leave you all with some words of wisdom that I think everyone should try to live by:<br />
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<i>"I'm not a prophet or a stone aged man, I'm a mortal with potential of a superman."</i><br />
<b>- <i>David Bowie</i></b><br />
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xoxo Coco</div>coco kaileehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02537182951451883165noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4366955027058852357.post-40557020577147273402011-08-20T00:46:00.000-07:002011-08-20T00:46:16.614-07:00Outfit Inspiration: Oh, Foxey Lady!<div style="text-align: center;"><b>Currently Listening to:</b><br />
<i>"Foxey Lady" by Jimi Hendrix</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>1. <a href="http://www.shopnastygal.com/products/new/clothing/sweaters/Birkin-Fringe-Top-%252d-Cream.html">UNIF Birkin Fringe Top in CREAM</a> </i>@<i><a href="http://www.shopnastygal.com/">Nasty Gal</a> - $78</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>2. <a href="http://www.madewell.com/madewell_category/DENIM/vintagerocker/PRDOVR~39701/39701.jsp">Vintage Rocker Jeans in ECLIPSE</a> @<a href="http://www.madewell.com/">Madewell</a> - $110</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>3. <a href="http://www.gojane.com/54791-stuff-beaded-religious-necklace.html">Beaded Religious Necklace</a> @<a href="http://www.gojane.com/">GoJane</a> - $5.80</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><i>4. <a href="http://www.gojane.com/62284-shoes-lace-up-suede-platform.html">Lace-up Suede Platform in TAUPE</a> @<a href="http://www.gojane.com/">GoJane</a> - $38.55 (ON SALE!)</i></span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><i>5. <a href="http://www.gojane.com/61780-stuff-rhinestone-embellished-shield-ring.html">Rhinestone Embellished Shield Ring in PEWTER</a> @<a href="http://www.gojane.com/">GoJane</a> - $14.30</i></span></i><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span">As Fall approaches, I find myself more and more inspired by the laid-back, yet edgy aesthetic of vintage rocker chic. Its relaxed and a bit disheveled, but still sexy - tight jeans, wavy bedhead hair and all!</span> <span class="Apple-style-span">I LOVE the intricacy of the new <i>UNIF Birkin Fringe Top</i> (nothing says 70s like a fringe) from <i><a href="http://www.shopnastygal.com/">Nasty Gal</a></i>, and the details of the rosary-inspired necklace and <i>Rhinestone Shield Ring</i> from <i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><i><a href="http://www.gojane.com/">Go Jane</a></i></span></i>; paired with these simple, but excellently made not-quite-skinny, not-quite-flared jeans from </span><a href="http://www.madewell.com/" style="font-style: italic;">Madewell</a>, who absolutely live up to their name. To top it all off, who could resist these towering platform boots, which look oh-so wickedly close to the infamous <i>Jeffrey Campbell "Lita"</i> - only, for a quarter of the price! A <b>much</b> sweeter deal for bargainistas on a budget, if you ask me!<br />
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I could totally see myself rockin' to the sounds of Hendrix, Zeppelin and Muddy Waters in these super hot, but super cool threads.<br />
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Now if only I had this exact outfit for my shoot in the morning! Haha!<br />
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xoxo Coco</div>coco kaileehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02537182951451883165noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4366955027058852357.post-68238647940372969142011-08-19T12:30:00.000-07:002012-04-27T13:22:48.578-07:00Take A Peek Inside My Purse + The Free People AUG 2011 Lookbook + MY NEW OMBRE HAIR!!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">At the current moment, these would be the contents of my purse:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">As you can see there's nothing too spiffy going on. I have my <i>M*A*C</i> essentials for retouching my makeup when I'm out and about (I like to keep things natural for the most part), my clutch, which contains my ID, license, cards, etc., for when I want to switch from a big, bulky side-bag to something a bit sleeker; my sunglasses to fight off this blazing Sacramento sunshine and of course my copy of the new <i><a href="http://www.freepeople.com/">Free People</a> "in Venice" August 2011 Lookbook</i> that arrived in the mail for me! I really love the look of 70s inspired separates for this Fall and definitely plan on taking a page (no pun intended) from <i><a href="http://www.freepeople.com/">FP</a></i>'s book for style inspiration this season.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here were a few of my favorite looks:</div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I wish I could just walk into my closet and walk back out wearing all of these ensembles! I especially love the maxi dresses and the shaggy coats, both of which I plan to buy and wear many, many more of! You all know that I love my Summer and that I tend to be a summer and springtime girl, but I have to say that <i><a href="http://www.freepeople.com/">FP</a></i>'s August Look book has me itching for Fall. I seriously can't wait to try some of these layered looks for myself. I also realized that I am in dire need of a really big, really floppy hat! So if you guys have any suggestions as to where I can shop the perfect one, let me know! I'm all ears!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">In other news... (Drum roll please...)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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I played with my hair!<br />
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I know, I know... AGAIN, COCO?! (Or "you're killin' me, girl" as Katie put it! Lol!)<br />
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But you guys know me. I get bored easily and I just could not resist the calling of the Ombre. (Plus things have been so hectic as of late that I just felt like I needed some sort of change or overhaul or something.) I've been a little obsessed with the relaxed and messy, laid-back, over-grown hair trend recently, which is not surprisingly still going strong - there's something grungy, but still very glamorous about it. I kept flipping back to <i><b>Drew Barrymore</b></i>'s take on Ombre (or "Balayage" which is the formal name) hairstyle last year, which I personally think she rocked the <i>heck</i> out of. Other honorable mentions definitely have to go to <i><b>Hillary Duff</b></i>, <i><b>Rachel Bilson</b></i>, and of course miss <i><b>Rumi Neely</b></i> of <a href="http://www.fashiontoast.com/" style="font-style: italic;">Fashion Toast</a>, who was actually one of the first people I saw to sport the style.<br />
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Its not for everyone, but I really, really love it. I feel free in a strange way. I don't know why. Possibly because the whole idea of it; is to look like you've skipped months and months of salon appointments to let your roots grow in wild and free. That being said, Ombre is pretty much the perfect style for any girl who wants something low-maintenance and its easy to do at home with a highlight/lifting or bleach kit. All you do is paint from the tips of your hair upward in graduation, let it set for a bit, then rinse, and repeat the process until you're happy with the lift/how light it is. There are several great DIYs online if you feel like being adventurous too! Be sure to check out these awesome step-by-step tutorials by <i><a href="http://schoee.blogspot.com/2010/09/diy-ombre-hair.html">Zoella</a></i> and <i><b>Brittnee Caan</b></i> of <a href="http://brittneecann.com/post/4503936132" style="font-style: italic;">L'ing the L</a><i> </i>:}<br />
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What do you guys think of Ombre hair? Think its still hot or just a <i>hot mess</i>?<br />
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xoxo Coco</div>coco kaileehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02537182951451883165noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4366955027058852357.post-73114288438859007092011-08-17T00:04:00.000-07:002011-08-17T00:54:13.913-07:00Bye, Bye, Boyfriend. It's Time That I Be On My Way...<div style="text-align: center;"><b>Currently Listening to:</b><br />
<i>"Bye Bye Boyfriend" by Fefe Dobson</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br />
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</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Like many, I hate to admit that I watch the occasional reality show, let alone enjoy them. I have to be honest though and say that one of my absolute favorite shows is <i>TLC's</i> <i><a href="http://tlc.howstuffworks.com/tv/what-not-to-wear">What Not To Wear</a></i> in which stylists Clinton Kelly and Stacy London ambush unsuspecting fashion victims, fly them to New York, berate them for their fashion sense (or lack thereof) and then pick apart their wardrobe before they send them off into the overwhelming jungle of department stores and designer labels to build a brand new one; one piece at a time.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">After a shopping struggle and then a breakthrough with the help of Clinton and Stacy, they send their victims to much sought-after editorial, runway, and celebrity hairstylist Ted Gibson for a luscious new 'do, cut and color included, and commercial and editorial makeup artist, cosmetics line <i>Sally Hansen Natural Beauty</i> co-creator, and <i>The 5 Minute Face</i> author <a href="http://www.carmindy.com/">Carmindy</a> to learn first-hand how to enhance their already natural beauty - whether they know they've got it or not! While I'm not sure <i><a href="http://tlc.howstuffworks.com/tv/what-not-to-wear">What Not To Wear</a></i> is actually considered "reality TV" it is much realer than most other shows out there; and I just love seeing how great people feel about themselves at the end in the big reveal!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Now on the other hand, I don't really WATCH <i>Keeping Up With The Kardashians</i>, but I am a fan of the Kardashian style. I happen to think Kim and Khloe K. are two of the most beautiful women in Hollywood and even though they seem to land a spot on <i>What Were They Thinking</i> on a weekly basis, I LOVE that they always remain true to themselves and that they refuse to dress down their curves! They embrace their <i>bootiful</i>, bodacious bods and they're very inspiring in that aspect.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So when I got an invitation to my friend Matt's wedding scheduled for later this month, not only was I excited that my "older brother from another mother" was finally tying the knot; I was stoked to get to dress up! What's more, when I found out my ex was going to be there, I thought what every girl thinks in a similar situation: <b>"I have to look hot!"</b> And as a bargainista, I descended upon Ross with that exact goal in mind. Being a curvy girl I decided to take a page from the Kardashian style book and try out for myself, Clinton and Stacy's never-failing formula for dressing for success:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Color</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">+ Pattern</div><div style="text-align: center;">+ Texture</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">+ Shine</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">+<u> Completer Piece</u></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">OUTFIT</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">...and I couldn't be more happy with the results!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I feel amazing in this watercolor-esque graphic dress. It hugs my curves perfectly and supports and CONTAINS the girls (Betty and Veronica) with a deep sweetheart bodice, complete with boning. The side-ruching detail not only creates a great silhouette, but it also enhances my waist in the best possible way. Normally, I'm not one for patterns and even my mom doubted it when I pulled the garment from the racks, but I couldn't ignore this little number when I first saw it peeking through the crowded hangers of otherwise disappointing and underwhelming cotton summer dresses and club-style cocktail-wear.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Now, while you can't see them, I paired the dress with my <i>Plum Velvet Dany Platforms</i> by <i>Jessica Simpson</i>, which matched the purple in the dress spot-on and since they're velvet; they added the texture I needed. In addition, the Tuxedo Blazer added even more texture to contrast the sheen of the dress. Finally, I was able to incorporate a little shine with some accessories: a necklace of layered chains and a faux snakeskin clutch! And voila! An outfit that would make even Clinton and Stacy proud! (And that Kim and Khloe might even sport down the red carpet ;D)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So... What do you guys think of my outfit? Think I'll make my ex jealous? Hehe</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">xoxo Coco</div>coco kaileehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02537182951451883165noreply@blogger.com10