[Jakarta Fashion Week 2012: 1st expérience]

 

Congratulation to LaSalle Alumnis' Débutante ♥

First of all, I'd like to thank Teresia Novelita (founder of Impromptu) for the opportunity she gave me that I could attend this show ♥ The opportunity, which I wasted...

I was fashionably LATE!

I'd like to blame it on my thesis that have me sailed on hard-ship these last 6 months, but nyeh..actually it was my own lousy time management that had get me in this unfortunate situation.

My actual seat was on the front row of the show.  I maintained getting a front row also in the end...right in front of the television located outside the show. :|

 

*right beside the ibu-ibu* 

Here are some of my favorites from the show, some that I successfully got a glimpse at while the models were off the runway (and from the lookbooks):

Nine-12/InkaFesca/Coloriot/Impromptu/MimiRue/Identité
*credits to JFW 2012*

I'm in love with the sequined collar accent of Nine-12, collar collar collar..me fave. InkaFeska's sinfully top and Vatican belt are just fabulous, arent they?  And not to mention the playful colored bottoms from Coloriot, Impromptu, and Mimi Rue...the neon skirt, the turquoise culotte, and the orange trousers are a cute fall steal.  Also the statement accessories-play in Identité ♥ 

These are the ambiances of JFW 2012 Fashion Tent PP on that day (Nov 16th) that I succeeded to capture while sulking up for bein late.

Now that I think of it, I shud've captured the fashionistas attending the show.  there were a lot of them, each with their individual uber edgy style.  Another dumb mistake.  Guess I was too caught up in my own bad mood that I forgot to enjoy the moment *gah!*

However, my mood restored after meeting my "ex-classmates" at LaSalle *full-beam*

 

And I got to watch one of my friend's fashion show later that night, it was Yosafat Dwi Kurniawan's Dichotomy (Nokia Show)  All the shots I got were a complete blur, and there were some designs that I like but I cudnt found the photos :(

Congrats once again to you guys, lookin forward to your next collections ♥

and my outfit for the day was: collar+leather

 

Bow Sleeve Shirt-Dota Coko/Leather Skirt-H&M/Bow Belt-H&M/Neon Pumps-Fever/Rings- Marc by Marc Jacobs/Sling Bag-Mom's Vintage

 

*The sleeves are just irresistibly cute ♥*

Finally I got to wear my leather skirt :D

I wore my hair like Yoko Ono, what d'you guys think? :p 

*so random*

Make fashion, not war...ciao

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[Wish List: 3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli Satchel]

Okay, my very 1st thought when I looked at this bag from 3.1 Phillip Lim F/W 2011 collection was: "wow Boston's twin!".

And many people did assume so, far before I did.  It must be the unique shark-effect feature that resembles those of Céline's.  If you take a glance on it, you'll get that kinda impression also of this bag.

However, after quite sometime, it offers a different feel from Céline's luggage totes.  This bag is more like "a school/work-bag meets edgy" kinda bag (like Mulberry Alexa, Proenza Schouler PS1, and Balenciaga Motorcycle).

What I love the most bout this bag is the zipper accent for the gussets.  Zip up: you get the formal look.  Zip down: voila you get the edgy and more space to put your abundant stuffs in. 2 looks in 1 bag!

As explained by Lim in stylebubble: "It stemmed from the idea of motorcycle bags, every detail has a function and it is ultimately a pragmatic bag.  It goes back to the lifestyle of the Phillip Lim girl – she is a working girl, she is real she wears things from day to night from day to day.  For me it is really important for the bag to work for the wearer and not the other way round."

It was great how Phillip Lim took the standout essence of the current IT bag and translated it into a whole different new bag, which actually does not feel that different (and is in a reasonable price range).

And just like other IT bag, this bag is also sold out, and unfortunately for its tempting jade green and navy blue colors. They are available for pre-order tho' *yay!*

*2 looks above are by stylebubble* ♥
  

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[Lunch Diary: Sisters' Union]

"Our roots say we're sisters, our hearts say we're friends...forever."

I have a lot of fun today. First, I finally tasted the so called "recommended  red velvet" from Union.  And most of all, I have a sister to share it with ♥

 Loewy's twin...

Pork Crackling Spaghetti *We ♥*

 

Duck Leg Confit

Red Velvet - A bite to die for *We ♥*

Coffee Latte

I'll definitely come back again for the red velvet, but I'm not sure I can say the same for the food (esp. the duck confit).  As for the ambiance, I'd like to say that it feels like NYC somehow. Love the glass-house concept, make it real nice for taking pictures on a sunny day ♥

Our dress-code for today: "Red Velvet", with our individual casual style

  

♥ the collar and necklace combination 

 

Bow ring-Accessoria Nerve/Kelly Double Tour-Hermes

Lace Top-Topshop/Floral Top-Eann 9.1/Denim shorts-Pull&Bear/Flats-Zara/Chanel Mademoiselle Bowling Bag

"A sister is a gift to the heart, a friend to the spirit, a golden thread to the meaning of life." - Isadora James

There is no better friend than a sister.  And there is no better sister than you.

Will miss "spending quality time together" with you big sis ♥

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[Collar Me Bad]

collar |ˈkälər|
a band of material around the neck of a shirt, dress, coat, or jacket, generally an integral part of the garment.

Collar has been my favorite since I dunno when (..I root for the nerdy preppy look)

BUT lately, the detachable one has made me fallen even more for this item ♥

Yes, you did not read it wrong...a detachable collar.  A collar that is not an integral part of a garment.

Recently, this item has grown even more (after its 1st introduction in Miu Miu SS Collection 2010) in the heart of the fashionistas.  It was spotted on magazines, fashion weeks-worn as a new form of accessory.

Thanks to Miuccia, now I have even more options to spice up my dull blouses.

I have had this item wrapped up nicely in my drawer for a year.  I bought it out of curiosity and I had to admit that it took a while for us to click :p

But the more I came to think bout it, basically it's just a cloth necklace, right?

Think of how many ways you could wear it ♥

Here two of my recent looks sporting my new found accessory. Pardon the floral, I'm still in transition to Fall.  But I've embraced the colors at least :p

(Hint: Lots of momma's old goodies)

 

Pearl Collar - UrbanOutfitters

Floral Sheer Blouse-Forever21/Ruffle Skirts-Mom's Vintage/Belt-Mom's Vintage/MaryJane-Betsey Johnson/Bag-Mom's Vintage

 

Pearl Ring-Accessoria Nerve/Kaleidoscope Ring-Forever 21

 Jumpsuit-H&M/Loose Sweater-H&M/Widdianne Woven Clogs-Tory Burch

 Snake Ring-Diva/Copper Ring-Mango/Charm Bracelet-Accessoria Nerve

What do you think bout this whole detachable collar concept? ♥

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[Go Turquoise]

Hello jello...

been so busy lately, do pardon me for the late updates :)

my thesis is like crawling all over my head, forming these gloomy clouds over my days.

Seriously..."Thesis, y u no auto-finished!?"

But today, I'm givin myself a break to update this blog..hah finally, doin something I love ♪♫

So, I go to the nearest Starbucks for a change of mood.  And it does not fail me...as always. I just freakin love Starbucks!

After that, I have a little walk on the park to sew up my refreshing day.  It feels real good ♥

I'm feeling turquoise today...it's been my fave color for fall this year  ♥

Satin Kimono-H&M/Shorts-Topshop/Woven Flats-Zara/Gucci Positano Tote

 Necklace-Accessoria Nerve/Ring-Accessoria Nerve/Bracelet-Topshop

 Love Starbucks and Topshop *o so random*

  get it *here*

 lovin these flats, unfortunately I bought 1 size down..blisters all over. Guess beauty is pain then...

got a great spot on the corner *yatta*

Random stuffs I had attached to my laptop (and bag)...

Got these 2 babies from my lovely sis :)

(P.S.:pardon the poor quality of the pictures, taken using phone-camera :()

 

See you on the next post, I'm planning on doing something fun tomorrow *fingers-crossed*

Kindly check out my previous post, please ♥

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[Shanghai上海: Behind The Concrete Jungle]

It was 24〫C in Shanghai, my fam and I enjoyed Walking down the narrow lane of Tianzi Fang 田子坊 at Taikang Lu 泰康路 ('Art Street 艺术街') ♥ 

I look like a thief in action here =_=

"Finding Mr.Right"

Long Vest-H&M/Shirt-H&M/Shorts-H&M/Floral Oxford-Deena&Ozzy/Tory Burch Louisa Mini Shoulder Bag

 

Love the concept of this area, art district meets shopping area meets chillaxing spot ...

alley after alley...

 A recommended tea-store, tried one of its product called "Hakka-Tea". Lovin' it

 w/ me pops ♥

found this cute vintage-theme notebook at a store called "Life Fabric".

This shop somehow reminded me of those in Diagon Alley :p

hmm..an Indonesian owner?

 

classic!

 

Spotted a lot of nice places for hang out here...

 

 

The citizens' ride

Looks like Sadako will come out of it *brr*

Met a mid 50s couple who was photo hunting...so sweet.

got the wife's help takin this photo for us *thanks mam!*

I just let all the pictures above do the talking, hope you guys are as thrilled as I am about this place ♥

(P.S.: for more info, visit www.taikanglu.com) 

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