Pokey Shoes

Do you like my new shoes?!? They were a Christmas gift from my "sistah from one naddah mistah" Dara. Every time I look down walking in the streets of Manhattan, I'll think of my doggie Pokey. :) Dara: Thank you for the awesome gift!

Dont worry...this is is my work uniform. I wouldn't be caught dead wearing khaki pants. YES...I sport my Trunnk while serving cocktails at a fine dining restaurant.

Jelly Balls

Does anyone remember drinking Orbitz? This was the "it" drink of Highlands Intermediate! Now that I think about it, Orbitz is disgusting. In my defense, I only liked it for the balls. Some things never change (Kristin and Katlin;)).

Basic Instinct

Thank you Francisco Costa of Calvin Klein for the beautiful Spring 2010 Collection. The collection is minimalist at its best. Black/White color palette with soft organic shapes and silhouettes. It's refreshing to see simplistic beauty stand out in fashion. I love how Francisco Costa incorporated Springs hottest trends while staying true to his signature style.

LOVE the tie-dye

What Time Is it?

Feather Obsession

Blazer: Theory, Top: Theory (underneath) and T by Alexander Wang, Skirt: Elizabeth and James

I love my new feather skirt! Had to share it with you:). Sorry about the slippers. My feet needed a break after wearing heels for eight hours at work. Don't you love my kiddie dinosaur eco-tote?!? Carried my leftovers from Tokkuri tei in there.

Top: Phillip Lim

Haven't wore this top out yet, but I love the feathers!!!

A Beautiful Mess Live On Earth

"Don't ever let your mind stop you from having a good time"

-Jason Mraz

Listening to Jason Mraz's new live album and it puts a smile on my face and makes me dance (and sing) while driving. It's feel good music that you must have! Mraz live albums are better than his studio. Check it out!

Jil Sander Spring 2010

sexy suit

something in 3D

all caught up

Masculine concepts with feminine details...PERF

images: style.com

Strange Arrangement

When there isn't good music out there, you have to go out and search for it. August-October is usually slow for music but it is important that my iPod is ALWAYS filled with quality tunes.

Mayer Hawthorne - "A Strange Arrangement"

I recently came across Mayer Hawthorne while reading a local blog. John Mayer said it was the "best record of the year". I don't know much about R&B, but Hawthorne's vintage-soul music is refreshing. His songs sound like the R&B/soul singers of 1966 and 1974. He produces and plays all the instruments you hear on the album. This Michigan native is on my radar and the new "it" musician to look out for.

Goldin Is Golden

Louise Goldin Spring 2010

I like this collection because there are multiple inspirations incorporated into one common theme. Majority of the looks have a pastel color palette and subtle details.

90's Madonna pointy boobs.

Preppy "Happy Days" socks with heels look. Love the cropped sweater and high-waist skirt.

Futuristic innocence

The detail on the dress resemble shells and the socks have sea urchins!

The Best Damn Place In The World To Wake Up

Blue Scholars: Oof! EP

It's been years since I listened to Underground Hip-Hop. Blue Scholars has officially reeled me back in and I'm hooked with their Oof! EP. "HI-808" makes me proud to say that I'm from Hawaii. Watch this video and you'll be hooked too! Foodland, poke, The Shack, Zippys, Shave Ice, downtown...that's the 808 love.

Blue Scholars - HI-808 (Official Music Video) from Blue Scholars on Vimeo.

Love the asymmetrical sleeves. I think the sleeveless and sleeve look is geneiuos! Why didn't I think of this myself?!? I am altering my shirts on my many days off work to create this hip and chic look.

Rock Hard Shoes:

I realized the shoes that have recently caught my eye and made my heart skip a beat resemble rocks. They are solid, a little bulky, harsh, strong, and dark. I need a pair of rock solid shoes to do battle in the greatest city in the world.

Images: Jak & Jil, style.com

To ZIp Or Not To Zip

Balmain has done it again. First came these heels...

and now this from the fall/winter collection.

Hopefully retailers will start making knockoffs like they did with the studded shoe so I can get my hands on some zipper boots!

Oxfords of 2009

While reading the August issue of Details during my lunch break, I came across these beautiful Prada shoes. The BFF mentioned how infatuated he was with them, but it's hard to imagine what oxfords with studs actually look like. I stared at them for over a minute thinking how beautiful they would be on my feet.:) The shirt with studs is just an added bonus! I need to read up on men's fashion if shoes look this good. Enjoy!

Prada Fall 2009.

All Cut Up

Holes, rips, and tears are everywhere.

Alexander Wang

Mark & Estel

J Brand

Pencey

Herve Leger

Alexander Wang

The Satorialist

All The Way From Mississippi

"Howard" by Dent May and His Magnificent Ukulele.

This Mississippi pop singer is my pick for cutest dork of the year! His quirky music is fun, simple, and features strings, percussion, trombone, and the UKULELE! This is an album you can listen to from begining to end without skipping songs. Whenever you're having a bad day, Dent May will turn that frown upside down!

Howard works at my restaurant.

...Howard's getting fatter

He's rusty in the sack
Nothing really matter's,
cause he's back

Fave tracks:

Meet Me in the garden

I'm An Alcoholic

College Town Boy

You Can't Force a Dance Party

Howard

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My Summer Pics

Cool summer

Baby photoshoot at Lanikai

Ate my first cannoli at Pietro's.

F*** You Up

I was never that into boots, but I need a pair for the big move to New York. If I'm going to get boots, they better be FYU (F*** You Up) boots. Gotta stay protected from the quazees and bullies. ;) I LOVE the quazees.

Alexander Wang Fall/Winter 2009 shoe collection. GEEEEZ...

Sexy, rugged, and innovative. These shoes have a masculine "i'll beat you up" appeal but still strictly sexy.

Tabitha Simmons suede and leather ankle boots. These powerful boots will look cute with a mini shirtdress, destroyed skinny denim, and boyfriend silhouettes (i.e. blazer, jeans, tshirt). It is the perfect balance between edgy and sexy:)

Taking it back to fall/winter 2008. Christian Louboutin Ariella studded boots. Red soles, black leather, silver studs, and 4 in. heel...Nuff said.

images: net-a-porter, oak, and opening ceremony