Ribbed gold.

Navy T by Alexander Wang sweater, Black Topshop studded shorts, Ivory Vintage Chanel purse, Black thrifted from Goodwill loafers, Gold c/o Beginning Boutique bold ruler ring, American Apparel Metallic bronze dash nail polish.

I always love finding treasures while thrifting and these black loafer heels have got to be the best yet at my recent visit at Goodwill..because they remind me so much of the A. Wang Emily loafers, priced at about $555..I got mine for about $8!  I've really missed thrifting because there's always this joy inside whenever I find things that are reminiscent of designer items I, as a current college student, simply cannot afford.

I don't know if I've wrote this in my blog yet but not only is Isabel Marant one of my all-time favorite designers, up there too is Alexander Wang.  This past month been saving up, and purchased first T by Alexander Wang item..couldn't resist this gorgeous ribbed pullover from Saks.  It is soo warm, I don't even need a jacket when going out..just throw this on and good ta go.

But oddly, this outfit is not suitable for the cold anyways w/ the shorts..would've put on tights underneath, but was in a rush and did not want to snag them lol.  To top off the outfit is this beeeeautiful Beginning Boutique ring..another inspired-by designer item..reminiscent of YSL's arty ovale..which I too am saving up for.

Btw, I am in looove with this metallic bronze nail polish color from AA, it's a gorgeous brown with a kind of pretty purple undertone.

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I hope you lovelies are having a great week!  Anything exciting happening??  I'm going to meet up with my best girlfriends from high school this week, caaannot wait for girl time ;)..eating, shopping, gossip etc. hehe.  Happy almost Thanksgiving Beautifuls!!

♥, Kathleen.

  

Inspirafashion x Crystal Hearts Vintage: $40 Gift Certificate Giveaway!

Black thrifted straw boater hat, Green/purple c/o Crystal Hearts Vintage geometric patterned jacket, Blue thrifted DIY Levis shorts, Brown thrifted bucket bag, Green/silver Crossroads rings, Black ASOS chelsea boots (in brown).

First off, I know a post is way overdue, wna apologize for 1-post-a-week routine over these past 2 weeks..I'm currently settling in to having two jobs + school is arriving!  Bare with me pls as I make this transition..but definitely everything will be right on track again once I get used to everything :).

But man, how I've missed you all super much!  So back with a great post for you all!

...A GIVEAWAY!  Hosting one with one of my sponsors, Crystal Hearts Vintage!

Decided to wear a piece from CHV in a retro 80's or 90's-like fashion..when I walked out the door, my dad said I reminded him of Demi Moore from St. Elmo's Fire -- one of the fashion eras that I was going for :).  Love this jacket esp it's silk material and interesting pattern.

The lovely Liana, owner of the online shop, is giving one of Inspirafashion's readers a chance to win a $40 Crystal Hearts Vintage Gift Certificate!

I've made a collage of some pieces on the CHV site right now $40 or below that I loove at the moment! to also help you decide on what you can win if you enter! :)

Green Vine Flare Dress, Mint Pleated Midi Skirt, Red Embroidered Purse, Crushed Velvet Mock Turtleneck Leotard.

Follow these 4 easy steps to enter:

1) Follow Crystal Hearts Vintage Blog on Goggle Friend Connect
2) Like Crystal Hearts Vintage on Facebook by clicking the 'like' button below:

3) Like Inspirafashion's Facebook Page by clicking the 'like' button below:

4) Leave a comment with your email and if you've done all of the above.

Additional entries:
- Follow CHV on Twitter, @CrystalHrtsVtg (+1 entry)

- Follow me on Twitter, @Kathleencarla (+1 entry)

- Tweet about this giveaway with.. " I just entered to win a @CrystalHrtsVtg $40 Gift Certificate on @Kathleencarla's blog!  Enter to win too! http://bit.ly/mZCMpP " (+1 entry)

If you did any of the above, please let me know in your comment as well.


P.S. Also, just a heads up!..CHV is having a 25% off summer clearance sale on all orders (enter 'clearance' at checkout!) aand there will also be some new arrivals coming soon on the site!

This giveaway will run until Tuesday, September 6.  The winner will be chosen using random.org and will be announced on Friday, September 9 on my blog, twitter, and facebook.

Good luck lovelies!  Thank you so much again for all your support on my blog, I hope you have an amazing week ahead!!  Keep inspiring! (been visiting your blogs frequently, lovelove all your amazing outfits/posts!) :)

♥, Kathleen.

  

Pleated sheer.

Pink H&M floral top, Brown thrifted belt, Black thrifted sheer pleated skirt from Wasteland, Tan thrifted Goodwill bag, Brown H&M round sunnies, Gold F21 rings and gifted LUXLA bracelet, Dark brown Qupid wedges.

Today was 90 degrees and definitely decided to wear something flowy and sheer.  Finally got to wear out this sheer skirt casually, as in I've worn it plenty of times at dressy classy events ie. my brother's girlfriend's cotillion and a fashion event before.  I definitely love this skirt thrifted from Wasteland -- I changed it up a bit tho and cut the black skirt underneath so that you can peek through and see my legs lol (sounded creeperish lol). Newhoo, you get the idea ;p and it was only $15!  Such a steal.  I'm craving to thrift again!

These H&M round sunnies do not leave my face everytime I go out, they're my fave.  Along with my LUXLA bracelet, which btw, has inspired me to go out and make my own friendship bracelets.  DIY project coming up soon!! :)  Will visit my nearest Michael's craft store :p.

And have been wearing my hair up so much lately cause of the heat.  And bought myself recently lots of scrunchies, throwback to the 90's when I was little lol.

Also, these past few days I've felt so much love with my recent feature on Refinery 29!  You all are THEE sweetest ever.  Thank you so much for leaving amazing comments and messages.  <3

I hope you all are having a lovely week so far.  Tomorrow I'm going to thrift and vintage shop with my high school friends, makes me feel older saying that haha.  Going to venture around Haight St. again :).

Now off to return all your comments and be super inspired by all your amazing blogs!

♥, Kathleen.

  

Thrifted Loves: Vlog Post #2.

Tan Goodwill crochet & scallop design top, Black Forever 21 leather shorts, Tawny Goodwill saddle bag, Tan Forever 21 suede wedges.

Hi there lovelies!  Soo I've been working extra hard to try and finish another vlog post for all of you :), and I juuust finished it as of right now haha, really though -- I give major props to those who regularly do youtube videos, it's a lot of hard work.  But, all the hard work is all worth it because it's for you, my readers :).  I put together a vlog post showing you pieces that currently are my faavorite finds from thrifting, and also am sharing with you my top three favorite thrift stores I visit regularly.

I hope you enjoy this vlog post, out of many more to come! :)  And I hope your week went well and your weekend-to-come will be relaxing, and of course fun :).  This weekend, I'm planning on buying eyeglasses (which I lost recently & now really need btw, because I can barely see the board from the back of the classroom haha), I'm thinking of buying cheap ones from Costco, as I've heard it's the best deal :).  Ooh, and not to mention, I'll eat up all their food samples walking down the aisles forsure :).

Also!  I wanted to share with you a wonderful upcoming online fashion clothing store, HighGlossFashion.com, which offers trendy and high quality items for great discounts.  Some pieces I love are the Sweetheart Lace Top Urban Behavior and Mini Cross Bag Flying Tomato. They've recently contacted me, and I'd love to share with you my readers a great offer -- 20% off on any purchase from now until Feb. 3 at 11:59pm CST.  Simply enter: 20grand at checkout!  Happy shopping again girls! :)

And until next time lovelies, keep inspiring with you beeautiful looks/outfits I've been admiring while browsing daily your blogs :).

<3, Kathleen.

Free Falling.

Brown thrifted lace top, Blue DIY denim shorts, Brown Payless clogs, White thrifted bag, Forever 21 accessories.

This really is an outfit suitable for the fall season, I practically can live in the leaves falling from the trees. haha, so I found this thrifted top which is amazing bc it not only has diff shades of brown but also is brown lace for that matter. Always love the jean shorts + tights trend, its always so comfy for me, altho in a way kind of dressed up. These clogs I got from Payless are seriously so comfy, a must-by if you find them def bc of the price and quality. I’m in love with this new bag i found (also thrifted), it fits EVERYTHING i need to bring to school, my books/notebooks/netbook, all books per se. :p.

So today is my boyfriend and I’s month-sary haha, we always celebrate each month, i know corny :p. Our 39 months today and counting. And last but not least, and most importantly, I just really want to thank everyone here and on Chictopia for all the support and love that spreads like wildfire. Its amazing how I find so many fashionable people here that are so inspiring. A BIG thank you to everyone following my newly made fashion blog. Wouldn’t have made it without all my fellow fashion bloggers out there :).


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And onto another note and more updates! I am now a part of the Nasty Gal Vintage affiliate program! helping spread the word about an amazing online clothing store for vintage and new items. I personally have been following them for soo long, and have specifically chose to be an affiliate bc i seriously admire and recommend their store. Check out their online store by clicking on the ad to the left, they have great selection of JC's btw! :)


Also, want to give a shoutout to an amazing blogger, Aubrey from Girl Meets World, I've met via not on here, but of all places, facebook! haha, she's super sweet and so pretty w/ her amazing red hair. I super appreciate her featuring me on her "blogger list." Please give her blog a visit, its tres lovely: 



And to end this blog post, want to post some things I'm anxiously waiting to arrive in the mail!! Haha, sorry I get so excited over packages in general that come to my doorstep :).


1st, as I think you may or may not know, I am a huge ring fanatic, have recently just started my ring collection (plan to somehow grab a hold of those ring holders you find in jewelry stores soon :p).
And now am waiting for this bracelet/ring set, (i dont like the name btw) called a "slave bracelet," but its also called "hand flower," which is really the name i prefer lol.

If interested, you can find this via here.

2nd, finally a pair of combat boots, except with a chunky heel for added height and comfort! :) so excited.

From Gojane.com, it's on sale!! for only $24.00.


And will end this post with a beautiful scene I saw when walking home on University Ave. from a meeting today. Beautiful sunset in the city of Berkeley, how I love this city so. <3.

Love, KC.


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