Dance like nobody's watching

Today I went back to ballet after 4 months. It may seem like little time, but for me it seemed like AGES since I had danced. I cried when I listened or see anything related to ballet during that time... Some people say you realize you love something when its no longer a part of your life, and now I know I truely love ballet (even if I'm too old, too fat, or have a poor technique to become a pro). And well, since fashion is, indeed, my other passion, I couldn't help but start looking for fashion pics with a ballet theme. Here are some, enjoy..

Summer 09 Trend: Star Dust

The night sky full of stars is the inspiration. Fill your closet with sheen and be a shining star.

In order: Lanvin, Etro, Etro, Balmain, Balmain, McQueen, Alberta Ferreti

Emma Watson

She is the new face for the Burberry Fall/Winter 09-10 Collection.

Actually I was against calling her a fashion icon, but she's proving me wrong. And besides, she just looks amazing in this photoshoot.

Moreover, she'll be appearing on Teen Vogue for the August 2009 issue. The setting and the styling are just great.

Everyday is a fashion show

And the world is your runway.

First impressions are the ones that count. Superficial, but true. 

As I have said before, I am a people watcher and I just love to analyze each person's style. Above are some of the pics from fashion blogs I read every now and then. I usually get inspired by some of their outfits! So enjoy..

When I say I major in fashion design, people often assume :

1. I have a LOT of free time

2. I'm always sewing

3. I'm an airhead.

And they often ask question

like: Do you have midterms? Have you designed something? Can you design something for me? 

Then when I tell them I also take Art History, French, Textile Technology, among others.. they are just shocked.

I have become used to it and I find it funny. They don't know that if I have a free day it is used to do projects, buy art supplies, study for tests, pattern making, etc etc etc.. so basically  that means I have no free time. For example, today I had to buy fabric swatches for some projects. I was there for almost two hours and I spent almost $100. Tomorrow is Sunday, and I still have to do things. I have to do some sketches for my design class, study for an oral test and paint a color chart. So, no free time either. 

But I LOVE what I do. Sometimes I even prefere to stay at home working rather than go out to a club or something.. workaholic, I know, but what can i do? When you love what you do it doesn't feel like work.

Time to grow up

Have you ever become friends with someone you never thought you would? High school is full of cliques and, once you graduate, you realize that the mean girl, the cheerleader, the jock or the punk one are a huge part of your life. They have been there for so long and probably know a lot more about you than you think.

I am a people watcher, I over analize everything, and sometimes I like to observe a situation as if I was on the outside.

It's just amazing how one common interest can bring 5 completely different high school classmates together and make them realize they are not as different as they thought they were.

It's time for a change

I had bangs when I was 6 years old, then at 16, then at 18 and.... now one more time. I simply love them. I think it's an easy way to look stylish without having to change drastically your hair.

Everytime I have had them done it's been during my "rebellious" moments. Even at 6 I remember wanting to look different lol. 

Right now I'm definitely trying to define who I am, what I really want in life, my personal style, my values, what I believe in, love... 

So bangs are a my way of saying: Hey, I think this is me, get used to it. I don't know if that makes sense lol. So now I've decided to keep them. I have to get up earlier, but it's worth it. 

A new haircut can make you feel like the prettiest woman out there or, on the other hand, when done wrong, the ugliest. Either way, hair grows. That's what my mom always tells me. And even if you hate your new haircut you can still try new hair do's. Like a chic chignon, or a sweet ponytail. Maybe even going for Blair's look and wearing a head band. I just say go for it! It's good to change.

I can't say the same thing about changing your hair COLOR. I've never done that. I want to, but I'm scared! I am a brunnette, and I have wanted to be a redhead for almost a year and a half and I still don't have the courage to do it. I love my hair color and I don't want to change it forever so... that's why. Maybe this year I'll be brave enough!

Jill Stuart's F/W O9

Jill Stuart's last collection was great. It was inspired by female music icons, such as Anita Pallenberg. The show started with some strong pieces in black and then soften up with whites and greys, including fabrics like chiffon and lace.

Why are you wearing heels?

(images provided by www.hoyfashion.co.uk)

So today was one of my friend's birthday and we got together in her house. I wore heels. I love heels, why shouldn't I wear them?

"Why are you wearing heels? NO ONE is wearing heels.. You should say you're coming from a fashion show." That was the first comment I got from one of my best friends when I arrived. 

I really don't care what the others think as long as I'm not wearing a formal dress and everyone else is in jeans. I am actually getting used to her comments since I know she's more conservative than me, but the point is, why does she or anyone else has to be a "follower"? Dare to be you, dare to be different.

A little bit about me..

I have been reading fashion blogs for a long time and it never occurred to me I would end up writing one myself. 

So, why did I start it? Because right now I want to take a fashion journalism course and I figured this would be a good way to start since where I live there are basically... NONE. And besides, it would be cool to blog about things I love. 

Ok, some data about me:

- I major in Fashion Design.

- I love to dance, but unfortunately right now I can't (lack of time with college stuff and all...)

- I will be going on a study abroad program in Paris next year.

- I love to travel.

- Oh and, no, I don't have a boyfriend lol. Lately everyone has been asking this question so... just to clarify. I may sound like a workaholic but, who has time for dating when you have so many things to do?

The picture above is from the Blumarine Fall/Winter 2OO9 Collection. She's one of my favorite designers and this is one of my favorite dresses in the collection. Love the color, love the sillhouette, love the texture on top. 

Comments are more than welcome!