To have and to hold: Fall 2009

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--Mich

Calling it a night: Vintage 80's sequined top

PS: Sorry for the blurry pictures -- my photographer seemed to have 1 too many drinks LOL
-iyam

Fine and dandy

Up for grabs are 4 designer (new with tags) versatile pieces:

1. S/S 08 Gardem Cream top
2. DVF Diane von Furstenberg cut-off pants/leggings
   
3. Yigal Azrouël NY Black Sheer top
4. Hussein Chalayan Old Rose dress shorts

EYE CANDY!!!
-iyam

March vs Parade?

"The first NYC Gay Pride March was held in 1970 and is the oldest gay pride parade. The March has been and will continued to be called a March not a Parade until there is full equality for the LGBTQ community."

Today they held the 2009 Gay Pride March which started at 52nd and 5th Ave and ended at Greenwich Village. As expected, it was colorful, fun, loud and packed!! Below are a few of my favorite shots I took -- sorry I'm only 5'3" so expect the worst of the view... LOL. still tried though :) Kudos to the lovely guy who let me took his spot!!!

WARNING: RATED R :p

Have a great week ahead everyone!!
-iyam

Splash me some color

I have to admit, I've recently resent colors to my wardrobe but today I decided to kick it old skool...

Wearing a cropped tee with a pair of DIY jeans - the look won't be complete with the Nars lipstick in Jungle Red :)

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Enjoy the rest of the weekend all!
PS: PLEASE treat yourself and go see The Hangover - hilarious!!
-iyam

One summer Friday

Summer Fridays maybe unheard of in the West Coast -- here in the East, some employers entitle employees Friday half days or for some like me, whole days off.

Spent my first sunny (thank god!) summer Friday where else but the city - I got 2 this year!

In my favorite neighborhood, SoHo - an acronym for SOuth of HOuston (pronounced as how-stun) --- the right picture was taken inside of Y-3, you gotta love friendly sales associates :)

A great day was completed by a trip to our favorite Yakitori resto - Oh! Taisho

-iyam

Fixation on Breakfast at Tiffany's

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Hands down, my favorite film of all time is Breakfast at Tiffany’s. I can’t fully describe my obsession on this movie but suffice it to say, I own a DVD copy, downloaded it on my mac and ipod so I can watch it wherever I am and whenever I feel like it.

The film was based on Truman Capote’s novel but it’s also a showcase of classic styles. A fashion show in its own way. Up until now, after having seen it countless times , I’m still in deep awe of how chic Audrey Hepburn was in the film. Personally, I think this catapulted her into the fashion icon that she is now. My god, almost 50 years later Holly Golightly’s movie wardrobe is still very much in fashion! Isn’t that astonishing? The little black dress, black alligator pumps, bold necklaces and earrings, huge hats, trench coat and wayfarer sunglasses -these were all prominent throughout the film and yet when you think about it they’re still in the mainstream.

Audrey Hepburn collaborated with Hubert de Givenchy in the costume design for this film and boy they pulled them off with aplomb!

And if there’s one thing this movie taught me in effortless styling, it would be to zero in on key pieces that will last for seasons to come. So let me quote Holly when she asked Paul after putting on the black dress, black alligator pumps, huge black hat with a bow and the statement earrings in less than 5 minutes.

Holly Golightly: How do I look?
Paul Varjak: Very good. I must say, I'm amazed.

Indeed, I am amazed!

Enjoy the clip.

-G.

BRILLIANT!

This was an editorial awhile back but so appropriate now with those sparkling EXCESS-ories!!

PILE THEM UP!

TFS

MAGAZINE: Vogue Paris Jan 05

MODEL: Natasha Poly

PHOTOGRAPHER: Terry Richardson

En route: New Kid On The Blog

must love zip

-iyam

Wet weekend? Go local.

Like most people do, I dress up depending on my mood. Worst to catch me is when at work and when it's raining. I never dress up to go to work (unless of course I have plans after), it's just that the environment doesn't call for it and I don't see the point flaunting your style with a bunch of suit-slaves. LOL. I kid. I dress comfortably -- as in flats -- as stress gets into me quite evidently and wearing heels 24/7 isn't a great idea after all. Just the same when it's raining, you can either see me wearing a pair of rain boots or my docs just as this past Saturday - it poured at one point.

A friend picked me up to go to the city - we went to Met to meet with another.

The museum is sooo close to work and I honestly take that for granted. I'm embarrassed to say that that was my first visit -- definitely a HUGE mistake on my part. Even if I didn't get to see the Costume Institute (what luck! the section was closed that day, nevertheless, I still plan to visit again soon!), I found their collection AMAZING , from paintings to sculptures and artifacts -- please note that this is coming from a person who doesn't like going to museums that much so it REALLY is worth the visit! :)

Enjoyed a banana and hazelnut creme crepe at Max Brenner's with PJ and friends afterwards.

-iyam

The Imelda in us

We are no close to Imelda Marcos’ massive shoe collection but we’ll definitely strive to have as many pairs as we can have in our lifetime! I can certainly speak for all of us and say we’ll squander our money on any pair of shoes that we’ll fall in love with.

-G.

*Cheers* to our investments, they make us look fabulous and broke!!!

-iyam & Mich

Fashionably injured - PART II

They were here!!!

Thanks for the visit!!! MWAH :*

-G.

Fashionably injured

You must be wondering how the 3 of us look like. LOL blame it all on G. We had plans last Friday that we were all going to have dinner and celebrate the launch of our blog and of course take some pictures – and guess what happened!?! As always, G managed to wreck the plans worse, hurt herself. Poor thing. She tripped while wearing her gold Tory Burch FLATS!?!? She ended up in the ER and left after 6-7 hours. Talk about emergency! I guess that’s quite an introduction for our beloved friend… get well soon b*tch! That's what you get for getting too excited to wear your Givenchy heels!!! :p *jealous* hehehe

PS: found the perfect pic for you today. enjoy!

getty images

xoxo iyam

*just got a text from her @ 11:30am-- she's still drugged! what a life!!

JUST IN TIME

FOR FALL - read on..

Gretchen: I rephrased the disclaimer but still asking my buddy fr his opinion..

so what's ur sister's entry

me: heeeey
OK OK thanks

guess what

we have a date on October!!!
Gretchen: I will do my entry tom ok

me: tim gunn
K K

hey on October!!!

OCTOBER 9TH & 10TH, 2009
MANHATTAN VINTAGE CLOTHING
AND
ANTIQUE TEXTILE SHOW AND SALE
Friday, October 9th - 1:00 PM TO 8:00 PM
Saturday, October 10th - 11:00 AM TO 6:00 PM
Metropolitan Pavilion
125 West 18th Street
(Between 6th & 7th Aves)
Admission $ 20.00

Gretchen: huh?? where??

me: wooohoooo

Gretchen: GO GOGO.. buy tickets then let's post

me: hey the 3 of us should GOOO

won't take NO for an answer!!

Gretchen: gotta pack now for tom's sleepover..shiiiit i've so much stuff to bring!! I'm wearing the gold Givenchy's -- it better be comfy OR ELSE!!!

me: WAHAHAHAH goodluck!!

Sent at 10:40 PM on Thursday

Gretchen is offline. Messages you send will be delivered when Gretchen comes online.

Please excuse our sporadic exchange of thoughts =D

October 9th & 10th - see you there!!!
--G. & iyam

PS: GNYT! :*

Ten Essential Wardrobe Elements

by Tim Gunn 1. Basic Black Dress - The basic black dress has been around for a long time. It is often called the "Little Black Dress", and it's true that shorter skirts on the basic black dress, when they hit you in the right place, can be more flattering than a long black dress. 2. Trench Coat - The trench coat is one of the pieces that is both classic and currently a hot fashion item. Most any store sells this piece now. It is great for fall and you can pick it up in a wide range of lengths. 3. Dress Pants - Although it doesn't say black, this is probably what you want to look for. Black is flattering on all figures and goes with everything. 4. Classic Shirt - The white shirt is a definite classic. But it can also come in many different styles to make it look trendy and not dated or like a man's piece of clothing. Find one that accentuates your best attributes and minimizes trouble spots. For example, if you have wide shoulders, stay away from large collars. 5. Jeans - Everyone has a pair of jeans, but does everyone have a pair of jeans that make them look great? The wider leg, low-rise jean style has been popular (and still is) but a narrower leg is coming back along with a higher waist, which eliminates the unflattering "muffin top" look. 6. Any Occasion Top - Find something you look great in that can look respectable under a jacket but bring on the fun after hours. 7. Skirt - If you need dress pants then you also need a skirt. A skirt is womanly and can be flirty or businesslike. Nowadays women do not wear many skirts or dresses, which makes a lot of them fall into a rut of dressing sloppily or like men. See number 8. 8. Day Dress - Women also are not wearing as many dresses anymore. It was certainly liberating to go from the '50s when women wore dresses every day to wearing more practical pants for gardening, exercising, and so forth. But the dress does not have to be abandoned altogether. They can be very flattering, and there is nothing wrong with "dressing up" for daytime. 9. Jacket - A jacket does not have to be masculine. Find one with a proper, fitted shape. Women's jackets should follow the silhouette of a woman's body and accent the hourglass curve at her waist. It is also a perfect piece to put with the skirt or dress pants, and white shirt. Or make it casual with a pair of jeans. 10. Sweatsuit Alternative - As mentioned before, women wear fewer skirts and dresses these days. But some women have taken casual to the extreme and spend days on end in sweatsuits. It is possible to be casual and comfortable without looking like a slob. Find a comfortable material (that's why this doesn't say jeans again – denim is not as comfortable as a nice soft cotton) that you would want to wear every day. It could be khakis, cords, a cotton dress, or much more. Bonus: One Indulgent Trendy Item Lovely! Whether its recession or not, these helpful tips are for our own pleasure! Thanks to you Mr. Gunn!!!! -- Mich

Bid now..

or forever hold your peace!!

I meant to keep these Pedro Garcia’s

though I just badly need

some $$$ for my “other” collection.

I promise to do another post on that........

For now HELP! if you’re a 36 ½ or US 6.5! =)

I swear you’ll love this couple!

So comfy even with its platform sole!
Will look exceptionally COOL in long steemzz!

HELP them find a new home kindly...
-iyam

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a GREAT hand-me-down collection

This collection was given to me by my mom from my dad's aunt.
She loves jewelries and I'm just glad to have been given these amazing pieces.
THANK YOU!!!

Simple wardrobes can easily be dressed-up by any of these exquisite ornaments –
will try to show-off 1 this weekend!

Taken with one of my favorite Lula issues - #5


I wish I could pull off a 'Mia Farrow' cut!


details, details, and more details!


my favorite =)

which one is yours??

-iyam