1. Aldo Bossy Clutch Bag from Asos | 2. High Waist Aqua Skirt from Asos | 3. Snuggle up to Saturday Sweater from Modcloth | 4. Come Full Cycle Swing Dress from Modcloth
Showing posts with label friday faves. Show all posts
Showing posts with label friday faves. Show all posts
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Friday, April 3
Holy macaroni! I know it's been a while since I last posted but I promise it's for a good reason! I got married a couple weeks ago and had one of the best days of my life so far (more details and tips to come later!). It is crazy how much a single day can consume weeks and months of time for planning. Alas, I am back and in action! Got some new DIY projects coming for the spring season and working on some more community sharing posts. Speaking of which, Friday Faves will now feature the many incredibly talented, inspiring, and downright cool people I've admired, met, and connected with on Instagram. Seriously - that app is a brewing pot of daily awesomeness!
To kick it off, today's Friday Faves will revolve around the world of "Colorful Canvases," inspired primarily by my gal Courtney (@myfriendcourt), who is an artist and art teacher in Atlanta. As if her feed were not colorful enough, prepare yourself for the beautiful connections she makes with those on Instagram through her #Makeyourmark challenges each month. Every day, people are challenged to doodle, draw, paint, or sketch a particular theme - from waves to circles and from clouds to colors. She's a burst of inspiration and an example of community loving at its finest!! Click to check out her instagram and blog!
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| @myfriendcourt |
The next four artists below also glue my eyes to the screen when I scroll through their feeds!
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| TL:@theebouffants | TR: @nataliawrobelart BL: @katefjury | BR: @artandsoulcreativeco |
1. Kendra Dandy (@theebouffants): This brilliant woman knows patterns like it's nobody's business! Through her print designs of lips, lipstick, shoes, dresses, fruits, and color galore you are immediately transported to a world where you wish everything came patterned...but seriously, wouldn't that be kind of awesome?
2. Natalia Wrobel Art (@nataliawrobelart): I've known this true beauty since my childhood days (we went to the same elementary and high schools!). She creates some of the most mesmerizing array of colorful paintings I hope to one day be lucky enough to hang in my own home. She also has a studio space which essentially means she's the coolest person in Boston right now, just sayin'.
3. Laura Uy (@artandsoulcreativeco): This talented lady can take the most dangerous animals - bears, foxes, and lions - and turn them into the cutest furry creatures around! From her cards to art prints, you may find yourself wishing you could just snuggle with them and not look weird while doing so. That may be hard to accomplish though...sorry.
4. Katherine Jury (@katefjury): This dazzling painter can literally create the most beautiful messes you've seen, in all the best ways! I love her mixed color palettes, textures, and her serene outlook on life. She also includes many pictures of beaches, sand, and stones - which may just make you wish you were in her shoes (or lack thereof)...all the time.
Please check out these inspirational artists, follow along, and share your thoughts! Come back next friday for my next batch! Oh, you can also find me on Instagram too (@creativekipi)...happy weekend!
Tuesday, December 9
I know it's not friday, but I just couldn't resist posting this week's friday faves! My holiday splendor is bursting at the seams...and looking at all the beautiful projects, food, and gift ideas on the web is not helping. These are a handful of my many favorites - check them out for yourself!
Homemade Potpourri (by Half Baked Harvest) // DIY Leather Bow Bracelets (by A Pair and A Spare) // DIY Cake and Beverage Stencils (by A Beautiful Mess) // Wreath Gift Wrapping (by Odessa May Society - See more DIY Holiday Gift Wrap Ideas by Oh So Beautiful Paper) // Three Ingredient Chocolate Almond Clusters (by Le Creme de la Crumb)
Friday, April 5
I know, I know. I'm going a bit crazy with the home decor lately but that can all be explained! After landing my first ever full-time job (yay for post-grad life working out!) I've been scouring apartment sites for places to rent in Boston. Unfortunately, the stunning, all-natural, bright, spacious, and homey pictures I've been looking at on Pinterest have raised my expectations a bit too high now that I realized my budget probably won't get me anywhere close. Alas, the past friday faves have been my outlets to *imagine so wonderfully* what I would do if I had my perfect apartment space. For starters, there would be tons of natural light -- and I'm talking huge windows, please. Next, it would be a colonial, rustic place with hardwood floors and flat, white walls. The rest of the space I would pretty much decorate in all things Anthropologie, Urban Outfitters, vintage/thrift finds, and the occasional Ikea DIY piece here and there. Ah, if only this were real life!
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Friday, March 29
I have been loving the triangle look on all things decor. I think triangles are such interesting shapes because they can be warm and edgy simultaneously. I dream of the time when I can finally do whatever I wish to my living space, but in the meantime these are my fave triangle decor favorites! And if you're looking for equally killer triangle clothes, these cut out jeans are pretty bomb (see here).
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Friday, March 22
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4 // Striped Weekly Planner
5 // Hot Stuff Skirt
6 // DIY Marker Caddy
Friday, March 8
As you may or may not know, today is International Women's Day! As a woman myself, this day is important as a means to bring up discussion concerning inequalities between men and women, blatant and obscured, in societies all across the world. More so, it is a day of celebrating the individuals who inspire us to drive forward, to balance work, life, and kids because it's human and doable, to be the first ones in line, to raise our hands first to opportunities, to fight for what we love-- be it politics or fashion--and to never question our capability. In honor of this day, today's friday fashion faves are dedicated to the women who I have found personally inspiring as true leaders in the field who held tight to their core values and beliefs amidst whatever challenges they faced. Thank you all for your dedication!
kate spade capri pants | nasty gal denim backpack | jewel by lisa collections | the body shop's white musk perfume oil | bon bon vie graphic tee
Saturday, March 2
After wearing more than usual makeup this past week for my dance performance in Ghungroo -- a large Southeast Asian cultural dance show at Harvard (more on that to come later!) -- I had numerous people come up to me and ask about the makeup I use. As someone who strongly prefers a more natural look, I am quite picky when it comes to how much and what kind of makeup I use. So here's a little sneak peek into my ultimate staples I've kept around for at least the past year -- once I find something I like, I stick with it! Also, this post felt incredibly strange to write! I ended up feeling like I am so into makeup, but I'm quite far from that but I hope it will still be helpful to some of y'all...
1. Foundation - Make Up Forever Professional High Definition (HD) Foundation - $40:
My foundation is by far the most expensive piece in my staples list, yet no fear! There is more to this small bottle than meets the eye, I promise! I discovered it a bit over a year ago to my surprise because I used to be a powder only type of gal. Not only is there a variety of tones represented in the line, a struggle generally for darker skinned ladies such as myself, but there is also variations within each tone based on 'underlying skin colors', such as peach, beige, yellow, or olive. The best part about this foundation is that a little goes a really long way. Literally. On regular days when I decide to wear a lil' somethin' to hide the minimal sleep I've been getting, about half a small pump is plenty enough. Given that I have had the same bottles for more than one year now and use it on average 2-3x per week, this is definitely a bargain despite the upfront costs. Since I tend to pale a decent amount in this Boston weather but glow quite a bit over the summer, I got two bottles that fit my tone when it's lighter and when it's darker (I suggest having a makeup technician help you with that!). Nowadays, I like to blend the two together and I get a much more natural feel. (Isn't weird that we say make up makes you appear 'natural'? Sorry, that's my philosophical critique coming in...I diverge).
2. Blush - bareMinerals Blush - $19:
I used to be a HUGE bareMinerals fan. I usually bought their $60 starter set and called it a day. The blush that I still have from maybe two (?) years ago was bought in addition to that set. I generally tend to use it only on more important days, like for interviews/events/performances/etc. A little also goes a long way with this. Generally 2-3 strokes with a dab of powder for each cheek does the trick! Given that I've had this for over 2 years and there's still about 1/3 left -- did somebody say amen??
3. Primer - Laura Mercier Foundation Primer, Radiance - $18 or $32:
Okay, I am actually not too into this primer. To be honest, I got it as a free sample when I purchased something online from Sephora last year. Nonetheless, it does work great as a primer for my foundation when I want my make up to go on smoother and stick a little longer. Again, I generally reserve this for more important days. I haven't had many experiences with other primers to say where this is actually all that amazing or not, but I generally suggest using a primer if you are seeking a smoother, less 'cake-y' look or if you struggle with makeup fading throughout the day.
4. Mascara - Make Up For Ever Professional Smoky Lash, Rich Black - $22:
If I had to choose only one thing to keep from my makeup bag, this would be it. Hands down. I have been a steadfast fan of this mascara after trying beyond numerous others -- from CVS to department store to 'designer' mascaras -- and this wins every time. It is incredible at both elongating your lashes and curling them at the same time. Even though it is thick, it does not clump easily unless you try hard enough. I always get the non-waterproof kind because I don't want to struggle even more with taking off makeup, but there's the option for those who want it waterproof or in other colors I can never pull off (or just maybe won't even be visible? Has someone actually successfully worn green mascara?). Anyways, I end up buying this only twice a year so it's a check-plus for me!
5. Eye Liner - Smashbox Limitless Liquid Liner Pen - $22:
I actually don't own this specific eyeliner. The one I have has the label completely work down so I can't even read which brand it is, but I've heard positive reviews about this Smashbox liner and may have to try it out when my current one runs out (especially since I don't even know what it is!). I bought it just right before departing for Brazil and found that I love eyeliner pens. It takes out all the fuss and hassle and sloppyness and TIME. Nowadays, it takes maybe one minute or less to do both eyes without looking like some hybrid between a clown and showgirl in the rain. Definitely try out eyeliner pens if you haven't yet!
That's all folks! In general, the best advice I can give (which sounds weird since I don't think I would come close to ever calling myself an expert in this realm) is to always play it on the safer side. Less really is more -- not just in terms of how you look cosmetically or the style in which you want to present yourself, but also in terms of keeping your skin healthy after you've covered it all up. That's why I limit how much makeup I use in general, partly because it's not always the best thing for your skin and partly because I don't mind my (for real) natural look! Hope it helps, and sorry again for the delay with posting this Friday's Faves -- what a week it's been!
Friday, February 15
After the Blizzard storm (Nemo) blew through Boston and Cambridge, it has literally been the whitest I have seen winter. With snow piled up sometimes taller than myself (okay, I'm not that tall...but still...), I was inspired by the magnificent forces of nature for this friday's faves, which all remind me of that wonderfully annoying while pleasantly sloshy thing called snow.
Friday, February 8
With Valentine's Day coming in less than a week, here are some of my favorite picks to celebrate the day with friends, family, and those special someones. And that's of course the best part about Valentine's day...all those people GIVE YOU CHOCOLATE. Enjoy!
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Friday, January 18
I'm loving my new friday faves design -- go circles! I was inspired by the visuals on Pugly Pixel, her blog is truly beautiful and incredibly resourceful. Alas, even though it's the dead of winter now in Boston, the fact that I see wonderful California sunshine every day while on break inspires me to find the subtle perks in life. That's usually manifested in afternoon naps, guitar playing, sunset walks in the backyard, and Nutella croissants. Yet, if I had to manifest such subtle joy in my clothes -- these would be my picks. They all have that quiet bang I love!
1. L'Epicier Leather Bag - $95 - from American Apparel
2. Geodesic Collar necklace - $20 - from NastyGal
3. The Ankle Strap Mini Wedge - $118 - from Madewell
4. Unisex Wool Peacoat - $184 - from American Apparel
5. Know a Trick or Two Tights - $25 - from Modcloth
Friday, January 11
This week's faves are inspired by all things fun, slightly odd and yet strangely cool. From a see-through telephone you hook up to your cell, mittens designed after socks, a toaster that burns faces on your bread, a planner that fits in your pocket, to handmade expensive looking (but cheap) earrings. I think each of these adds a little fun to 2013 -- trust me, we all need some of that in bucket loads...
1. Native Union Clear Pop Phone Handset - $48 - from Urban Outfitters
2. Domo Toaster - $49 - from Urban Outfitters
3. Classic Canadian Mittens - $22 - from Old Faithful Shop
4. 2013 Pocket Monthly Planner - $11.50 - from Etsy
5. Tiffany Stud Earrings - $15 - from Etsy
Friday, January 4
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| Images taken from the Boo & Boo Factory Shop on Etsy |
Are you nearly just as blown away as I am right now? Do you see these pieces of jewelry?! I am one who is rarely astounded by jewelry. I see diamonds and think, "Ahh, how nice." I see bold necklaces and think, "Chic, cool." When I stumbled upon the Boo & Boo Factory while browsing on Etsy, I l-i-t-e-r-a-l-l-y gasped. I cannot believe the variety of colors, patterns, textures, and shapes that are put into each piece. Apparently they are all used with leather--some with neon, some with earthy tones, and many with both. I know this sounds like an advertisement (I promise it's not!) but I've never seen anything like them before and I now have to get my hands on 'em. Luckily the prices range from the $20s up to the $100s, so I may have to start small with some earrings. These statement necklaces though, man, they can say somethin'! I wish I saw these before Christmas-- totally would have put this 'ish on my list.
/// Here's the link to the shop on Etsy: Boo & Boo Factory