Growing up, I enjoyed reading create-your-own-adventure books, so when I saw Emma Campbell Webster's book, Lost in Austen: Create Your Own Jane Austen Adventure, I was very excited to add it to my list for the Everything Austen Challenge. The book is a lot of fun and includes characters from many of Austen's novels. You play Elizabeth Bennet, and your mission is to make an advantageous marriage. Throughout the book you are quizzed on Regency trivia, and your answers decide the next stage of your journey.
Senin, 30 November 2009
Lost in Austen: Create Your Own Jane Austen Adventure
Growing up, I enjoyed reading create-your-own-adventure books, so when I saw Emma Campbell Webster's book, Lost in Austen: Create Your Own Jane Austen Adventure, I was very excited to add it to my list for the Everything Austen Challenge. The book is a lot of fun and includes characters from many of Austen's novels. You play Elizabeth Bennet, and your mission is to make an advantageous marriage. Throughout the book you are quizzed on Regency trivia, and your answers decide the next stage of your journey.
Sabtu, 28 November 2009
ModCloth Dresses
I have read many posts where bloggers rave about the dresses at ModCloth, and I have to agree that the dresses are cute and well priced. My only complaint is that, because there is such a limited quantity, the dresses are sold out by the time I am ready to buy.
Jumat, 27 November 2009
Links a La Mode: The Independent Fashion Bloggers Roundup
Beyond Fashion
Edited by Retro Chick
This weeks Links à la Mode blows away any preconceived ideas of the narcissistic fashion blogger posting endless outfit photos and magazine shoots by covering a huge array of topics. Ranging from Dream Sequins whimsical birthday tea party to High Fashion Girls detailed examination of racism in fashion magazines, these posts demonstrate what we’re capable of and the communities we can build.
Of course, being fashion bloggers there are also some great outfits to be found and our bloggers this week have looked at: movies, from Bollywood to Sci fi; their pyjama drawers; and even their cleaning cupboard in their ceaseless search to bring you fashion inspiration.
As ever there’s many more exciting links on the original forum thread
Enjoy!
Links à la Mode : November 26th
- British Style Bloggers – Intrinsically Florrie on British Style Bloggers on how you can support the lovely Luella brand in it’s time of need
- Dream Sequins – The stylish guests at a virtual birthday tea party (Part 2)!!
- Fashion X K8 – The Fashion Blogging community being analoguous to “The Girls” in Quentin Tarantino’s Death Proof
- FashionHippo – Best Organic Lip Balms: 6 Natural Picks to Nourish Your Pout
- Fete a fete – Guerlain’s Imperial Holiday makeup collection review
- High Fashion Girl – Racism & Fashion
- Idiosyncratic Style – Idiosyncratic Style dares you to re-think the possibilities of Pajamas outside the house
- In Life and In Fashion – How to dress with Bollywood Flair
- Lillys Roses – The new charity tshirts by TV-Star C.F. for the eco label armeangels
- M.I.S.S. – She’s Crafty: DIY First Place Ribbon Accessories
- Mariels Castle – Are we trully free when it comes to our fashion choices?
- Oranges and Apples – What are charity shops for? Thoughts sparked by Mary Portas’ new Save the Children shop
- Prom Mafia – Happy Accident: How to bleach fun designs on your clothes
- Quirky Fashion – Movies that Inspired Fashion
- Retro Chick – Buy Audrey Hepburns Wardrobe
- Shoe Daydreams – Why Knock-offs are Bad for the Soul
- Style on a String – Confessions of an UGG Lover and Wearer (but only indoors!)
- THE COVETED – Coach Holiday : Review & Giveaway!
- The Demoiselles – Wing Tips: Finding a Tailor
- Work Chic – Win a Sondra Roberts SR squared Shopper tote!
Kamis, 26 November 2009
Things i LOVE Thursday
Holiday baking
Lemon Meringue Pie
Big family dinners
Working as a stand in
Rereading New Moon by Stephenie Meyer
Happy Thanksgiving!
Selasa, 24 November 2009
Lost in Austen
If you have ever wished you could step inside Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, you will probably like Amanda Price, the heroine of the UK miniseries Lost in Austen. When Amanda accidentally switches places with Elizabeth Bennet, it is up to Amanda to put the story to rights. Watching this movie for the Everything Austen Challenge was a lot of fun; I only wish the US version was the same as the UK series - why cut the Downtown number?
Senin, 23 November 2009
Holiday Gift Ideas
I can't believe Thanksgiving is this week. The holiday season has snuck up on me, and I haven't done any Christmas shopping yet. I am hoping that Black Friday will offer some major shopping deals, but the last couple of years have been disappointing... and who wants to get up at 4 a.m. for a camera anyways?
Because I love gift giving guides, I have put together a few collections which I hope will spark some creative ideas for you.
Gift Ideas for Bloggers
When shopping for the blogger in your life look for fun gadgets such as the Hello Kitty USB flash drive or a digital camera. Also, Moleskin notebooks are wonderful for jotting down notes, and cute pajamas are always appreciated.
Gift Ideas for Beauty Junkies
Beauty junkies know their makeup, so pay attention to the brands they wear. Beauty books are great for getting inspiration, and Bobbi Brown offers great advice in hers. Sephora is currently offering sampler kits that include top selling products such as mascara, lipstick, and perfume, and they are perfect for gift giving.
Gift Ideas for DIYers
The Do It Yourself phenomenon covers everything from building a house to baking a cake or sewing a dress. Encourage hands-on hobbies with kits focused on knitting, crocheting, and just about everything else. Also, Threadbanger offers tons of great ideas for DIYers and is encouraging people to give handmade gifts this year.
Jumat, 20 November 2009
Links a La Mode: The Independent Fashion Bloggers Roundup
Food for Thought
Edited by Ashe Mischief
This is my first time editing since I wrote Good Cop/Bad Cop: Participating in Links a la Mode. Thank you all so much for making this my most pleasurable experience in editing yet!
I’m not sure if it’s because American Thanksgiving is a week away, or because the blogosphere is ablaze with Kate Mosses’ unforgettable quote, “Nothing tastes as good as skinny feels,” but either way, I’ve got food on my mind. This week, you brought me the best kind of food–rich, decadent, and 100% calorie-free! That’s right–you delivered highly thoughtful posts on fashion, fashion blogging & communities, and more.
On a personal note, ferOHHHsh has asked that we share her post about her close friend’s near-fatal accident. I believe that the fashion community is one of surprising strength, dignity, caring and compassion, and that it was worth sharing. We’re sending your friend speedy thoughts for a wonderful recovery!
Links à la Mode : November 19th
- Awakened Aesthetic: – Eco-Friendly Stocking Stuffers (Part I)
- Crisis in Denim: – Crisis in Denim: I make gentle fun of a Banana Republic ‘rewards’ card I received in the mail, that seems designed to make me think I accomplished something by shopping at BR and earning ‘rewards’ points, by riffing on the president’s Yes We Can slogan.
- dramatis personae: – the Hat’s Out of the Bag! by Michelle at Wicked Whimsy
- Fashion X K8: – The importance of Fashion Ad Campaigns and analyzing the collective subconcious of fashion consumers. I beg the question, what makes a great Fashion Ad.
- Further Ado: – With many of their paper equivalents going bust, Further Ado finds 5 great online fashion magazines to keep you satisfied.
- Grit and Glamour: – yesterday The Psychology of Lace Lace, in spite of its implied fragility, holds very special power in the sartorial world.
- Idiosyncratic Style – Infatuation List: Five Fall Fashion Favorites
- Independent Fashion Bloggers – Fashion Blogging : The Road Ahead
- kaKofonie Of si(gh)lenS: – Interview with Lauren Jones of mydearthing
- Mystery Creature: – I love vintage, I love handmade… but I don’t love Etsy, as much as I want to.
- Oranges and Apples: – What drives fashion bloggers? Oranges and Apples in the Scotsman
- Random Fashion Coolness: – Musings on the power-partnerships in the Blogosphere
- Shoe Daydreams: – Collaborations and “inspiration”
- slsvgg fashion: – An interview with Gossip Girl actress LEIGHTON MEESTER, on her style
- Somewhere over the Skyline…: – rugality? Sustainability? The Recession! – Thoughts & Recommendations on Sustainable/Vintage Lifestyles
- Super Kawaii Mama: – Meet the Dr. of Dames and her new book Our Girl’s – Aussie Pin Up’s of the 40’s & 50’s
- THE COVETED: – Benefits of Chilly Days… Coats!
- The Curvy Fashionista – Got the Plus Size Bridal Dress woes? Enter in Cc.Elaine- A studio dedicated to the Curvy.Confident.Chic. Plus Size Bride
- The New Wave: – Underwear as Outerwear: How to wear this spring’s runway trend using vintage pieces.
- The Pixelated Blonde – Fashion: it’s an individual thing – a look at how to be stylish whilst maintaining one’s individuality.
- White Rabbit: – Lookbook.nu vs. Flickr’s Wardrobe Remix – the battle of “What I wore today” sites
- Wicked Whimsy: – Rene Geneva Designs – featuring a local, woman run eco-friendly design house that makes gorgeous clothes to boot!
Kamis, 19 November 2009
Things i LOVE Thursday
Actor Bootcamp
Auditioning
Adding so much sugar to my oatmeal
that it loses all nutritional value
Making cookies
$12 yoga pants at Target
Knee socks in crazy colors
Thinking about grad school...
Senin, 16 November 2009
Guide to Los Angeles
Winter is coming, and I am trying to remember why I left sunny L.A. for a state that boasts about cloudy skies and freezing temperatures. Whether you live in L.A. or just go there to visit, The City of Angeles has something for everyone - movie stars, beaches, shopping, smog...Shopping
- The Grove – Shopping, dining, the best place for people watching, The Grove is where you go to scope out Angelenos and perhaps catch a movie filming.
- The Americana - Like The Grove but located in Glendale.
- The Original Farmer’s Market – If you're not careful, you might mistake this market as part of The Grove, but The Original Farmer’s Market has its own unique vibe. Tourist shops, Pinkberry, and as much produce and candy you can eat, The Market is, also, home to The Gumbo Pot (Stall #312), the best Cajun cooking in town.
- Chinatown - I must confess that I still haven't seen the movie, Chinatown, but at night the area does get a little... sketchy. However, Chinatown is definitely worth a day trip and offers plenty of souvenirs.
- El Pueblo de Los Angeles - I stumbled on this treasure trove on my way to Union Station and promised myself I'd go back for another look. It's a town within a town and the birthplace of Los Angeles.
- Universal City Walk – Bowling, dancing, eating, shopping, City Walk offers it all. Favorite stops are: The Los Angeles Sock Market, Hard Rock Café, Lush Cosmetics, and Jillian’s Hi Life Lanes.
Eats
- Pink’s Hot Dogs – Advertised as “The Hot Dog to the Stars”, Pink’s has been around since 1939. I highly recommend the Guadalajara Dog and the Lord of the “Rings” Dog. While the hot dogs are very filling, be prepared for a long wait; Pink’s is always busy.
- In-n-Out Burger – Ordering is easy with your choice of hamburger, fries, and milk shake. Worth every calorie.
- Roscoe’s House of Chicken and Waffles – Chicken and waffles you ask? Yes, it really is amazing.
Entertainment
- Hollywood Boulevard – Start at Hollywood & Hilghland, home of the Kodak Theatre and gift shops galore - it’s across the street from El Capitan Theatre and next door to Grauman’s Chinese Theatre. Then make your way down the Walk of Fame. I highly recommend taking a bus tour of Hollywood.
- Warner Bros. Studio - Warner Bros. Studio is the best studio in my mind. While there is talk about closing the studio and moving it out of state, I really hope that doesn’t happen because it still has some of that Old Hollywood feel to it. Check out the water tower – just like in the cartoons!
- LA Connection Comedy Theatre – Improv and sketch comedy inside an incredibly small theatre. I studied here for a few months and it was amazing.
- Crunch - A gym as entertainment? I have three words for you: ANTIGRAVITY® YOGA ‘WINGS’.
- Santa Monica Pier – The water, the Ferris wheel, the little shops, yes it’s touristy but I love it.
Jumat, 13 November 2009
Links a La Mode: The Independent Fashion Bloggers Roundup
Finding what works…
Edited by Jennine
Man, editing the links this week was painful, only because there were so many fantastic posts, so be sure to check them all out in the IFB forums! This week we have loads of great interviews, a few wonderful lookbooks from our members, and had a recurring theme of personalizing style, from the DIY projects from M.I.S.S., Monoxious.com, Quirky Fashion, to customizing trends on Clutch 22, dramatis personae and The Art of Accessories we’re finding what works!
Links à la Mode : November 12th
- 39th and Broadway – Wendy B Tells All!
- Clutch 22 – AMSB Challenge #3: How to Style a Hot Pink Mini
- Denim Debutante – How to: Easily Find the Right Denim Sizing for You
- dramatis personae – A Girl’s Guide to Faux Eyelashes
- Fashion Pulse Daily – Candela NYC: Casual, Carefree, Cool
- Fete a Fete – Armani 2009 Holiday Crystal Collection
- Fresh Pie! – Piewacket – Outtakes
- Gloria's Jeans – Flight of Fancy: How to Travel in Style
- IdilViceFashionRocks: – wedding in las vegas
- Idiosyncratic Style – Pearls of Wisdom: The Holy Fashion Grail
- Large Black Diary – Official neck trend of 2009
- M.I.S.S. – She’s Crafty: DIY Convertible Chain Jewelry
- Monoxious.com – DIY Clothes Tutorial: Shirt to skirt.
- Painfully Hip – Painfully Hip Design Collective F/W 2009: Daphne
- Quirky Fashion – How To Make a Fascinator – DIY Fashion Story
- Retro Chick – Luscious Lingerie – Miss La La’s Boudoir
- Sweet Fancy Treat – The Nomadic Way
- The Art of Accessories – How To Accessorize With Belts
- THE COVETED – Everyone is beautiful: Our relationship with beauty isn’t always easy
- The Curvy Fashionista – Plus Size Fashions by the Ines Collection
- The Working Wardrobe – Designers Who Work It: Orlando Espinoza Transcends Both Time and Trend for the Working Woman
Kamis, 12 November 2009
Selasa, 10 November 2009
Capsule Wardrobe
Planning a capsule wardrobe is a great way to take stock of what you have in your closet and to discover what you need. Basically, you want every item to be able to work in at least two different outfits. For instance, a capsule wardrobe should contain:
1 pair black pants
1 black skirt
1 black jacket
3 different colored tops
With the right accessories, these six items can take you from school to the office and then out for the weekend. Buying good quality basics will save you money, and by focusing on accessories, you can quickly change your look and stay on trend without spending a fortune.
Resources for wardrobe planning:
Image consultant Kimberly Law
Senin, 09 November 2009
Pemberley Ball RSVP
vvb32 is hosting a Pemberley Ball on her blog. Create a Regency character, pick a dress, and find your perfect Mr. Darcy while attending the nights' festivities.
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Pemberley Ball
November 20-22, 2009
3-day party
event postings will be up each day
from 6pm - 8pm PST
(you're welcome to participate when you can)
Alter ego: Lady Fiona Percy, raised in Ireland by Sir and Lady Percy but is actually the secret daughter of a Russian princess and a French spy.
Age: A lady never tells.
Marital status: Single
Residence: A fashionable house in town.
Languages: English, French, and Irish Gaelic
Favorite pastimes: Reading, Playing piano, and Dancing
Imagines that the mysterious Mr. Darcy will look something like this:
Minggu, 08 November 2009
DIY Gift Idea: Ninja Notepad
Here's an easy DIY gift idea that is great for people who like notebooks... and ninjas.
Supplies:flip top black notebook (I used a Moleskin)
flesh colored felt
black acrylic paint or puffy paint (I used acrylic but I think puffy paint would be better)
paintbrush
googly eyes
hot glue gun/glue sticks
How To:
1. Cut an oval out of the felt for the face.
2. Glue oval to front of clean notebook.
3. Glue googly eyes to oval.
4. Trace around oval with black paint to give face a finished edge.
5. Let dry.
Jumat, 06 November 2009
Links a La Mode: The Independent Fashion Bloggers Roundup
Go Fashion Bloggers, Go!
Edited by Debutante Clothing
As more and more print magazines fold, bloggers seem to be growing in professionalism and media legitimacy. When bloggers such as Previously Owned and kaKofonie Of si(gh)lenS can get the scoop on international designers, you know the fashion playing field is being leveled. If bloggers can host great giveaways like Retro Chick’s, I wonder why the FTC needs to play big brother. Fashion Pulse Daily wants to know if you even care. It seems we are becoming the pretty, little websites that could. Yay bloggers!
Links à la Mode : November 5th
- 39th and Broadway - – Gender GAP
- Aysha's Rabbit Hole - – Cosimo Damato new hat collection!
- Bobbins And Bombshells - – pics from her trip to Phoenix including a mini vintage shopping guide.
- Decline Designs – Won’t Get Fooled Again: Counterfeit Melissa Shoes
- Denim Debutante - – Three Need-to-Know Tips to Help You Find Your Perfect Pair of Jeans
- Earth Vs. – Picking and making the best of your new (or old) winter coat
- Fashion Pulse Daily - – What do you really think and how much do you honestly care abot the FTC guidelines for bloggers?
- Fasshonaburu - – An upcoming label everyone should know about: Minimarket
- fête à fête - – Lia Lintern’s divine Winter 2010 coat collection
- Friend in Fashion – Giveaway – win a custom made dress or skirt
- Further Ado - – When fashion and architecture collide
- I'n The It Girl - – Assad Mounser Jewelry
- Idiosyncratic Style - – Top 10 Creepy Collections… loving the “darkside” of fashion.
- kaKofonie Of si(gh)lenS - – Interview with Susi Quillinan of Peru
- M.I.S.S. – Video Interview with Lydia Hearst – her top 5 favorite things about Fashion Week
- Monoxious - – How to make your own embellished lace tights
- Oranges and Apples - – Personal Shopper Giveaway – win a parcel of thrifted goodies tailored to your style, needs and ideas!
- Previously Owned - – Puerto Rican Fashion Spotlight: Stella Nolasco
- Retro Chick - – Win a Lowie wrap and gloves worth £129 courtesy of Cerise UK
- The Coveted - – Reviving Vintage Knickerbockers, The Perfect Fall Trouser
- The Curvy Fashionista - – Plus Size Curves and Fashion at the California Womens Conference
Kamis, 05 November 2009
The Look: $100 or Less
I get tired of reading magazine articles that claim to put together a look for under $100 when what they really mean is that each piece costs less than $100. Today I made it my mission to create an entire look for $100 or less, and thanks to Forever 21, my mission is accomplished.
Things i LOVE Thursday
November issue of O, The Oprah Magazine
Romeo + Juliet
Treating myself to a salon visit
The craziest day ever spent working on a movie set
Actors I Met and Liked notebook
Homemade chocolate frosting
Getting ready for the holidays!
Rabu, 04 November 2009
Statement Rings
Want to make a statement? Let nOir Jewelry do it for you with their fantastical selection of bejeweled rings. From koi to pandas and even the Brooklyn Bridge, these rings are sure to put the spotlight on you. Most rings retail under $200, which is an added incentive to invest in a piece. The only problem is choosing just one.
Selasa, 03 November 2009
Fall Coats
There's a nip in the air, which means it is time to start reaching for a fall coat that will keep you warm until the snow falls.
This Red Rover Coat from ModCloth is perfect for a date or to add a little sass on your way to the office.
The Prairie Underground Long Cloak Hoodie from Tobi makes a great weekend look.
Have a movie night and complete your outfit with the Twilight Jacket from FredFlare.
The Belstaff® leather bomber jacket from J. Crew looks great with jeans but can, also, toughen up a floaty dress.
Available in several different colors, the Emma Hooded Toggle Coat w/Thinsulate from Delia's is a great option for work and play.
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