Scarlet Red: Refinery 29 and Maybelline Color Elixir Launch #MyLipMagic Pt. 2

Brown c/o bebe leather jacket (similar style here), Pink c/o SheInside floral blouse (similar style here), Brown Rebecca Minkoff Mini MAC bag, Burgundy Urban Outfitters BDG skinny jeans, Dark purple Zara ankle-strap heels (similar style here), Makeup: gifted to review Signature Scarlet Maybelline Color Elixir.

Excited to share this second part of the Refinery 29 and Maybelline launch of Maybelline's Color Elixir collection!  Already loving red colored lipsticks, this shade of Signature Scarlet from the Maybelline Color Elixir was a perfect addition to my makeup collection.  I've yet to own a bright bold red lip gloss, but this one for sure was a favorite of mine when trying it on.  The shade is perfect for the holidays coming because of its festive yet beautiful appearance.  

I thought this floral top with hues of pinks, orange, and reds, would complement perfectly with this vibrant red lip color.  This outfit was made for Fall, had a little bit of color block going on: paired my leather jacket and these burgundy skinny jeans with dark purple strappy heels and accessorized with gold jewelry.

Hope you lovelies enjoyed this second part of the series to Refinery 29 and Maybelline's Color Elixir launch! I loved mixing beauty with fashion and styling these outfits inspired by their new lip products.  Have a lovely rest of the week beautifuls!

xo,

Kathleen

Romantic sporty.

Army green Zara jacket, Gold Chanel pin, Light pink Free People dress, Silver c/o Anjolee diamond tennis bracelet, Tan Zara sandal heels, Beige c/o Handbag Heaven Elise shoulder bag.

I wanted to create a very feminine romantic outfit yet with a sporty twist.  Here I paired this pretty lace dress with my structured moto jacket, interestingly mix of tweed and parka material.  For accessories (my favorite part of styling an outfit), I mixed light neutral tones.  I wanted to keep the palette light but with a cool factor with this gorgeous studded bag from Handbag Heaven.  I love how it's very spacious inside with a lot of compartments, very ideal for a working girl.  In addition, I paired the outfit with a beautiful element, this sparkly number from Anjolee, the diamond bracelet designs.  I love how on their website you can also customize the length and size (important for me having tiny baby wrists). 

This month of October went by so fast! This Thursday for Halloween, I'm planning to go out again with my partner in crime.  It'll be a surprise of what we'll be then, follow my instagram to find out! :) This past weekend I had fun going to a Halloween party in the city and visiting a pumpkin patch with the boyfriend. Loving October so far! Next up, Thanksgiving. Hope you lovelies have a safe and fun Halloween!

P.S. I'm sooo very excited to share with you all my redesign coming soon by my really good friend Richard, to now Inspirafashionblog.com (btw, the url changed!)  And with this redesign, stay tuned for a video (and photos!) by Tim Williams, I'm collaborating with him to bring you guys a fun fashion video to showcase outfits I'm going to style.  Can't wait to share with you lovelies.

xo,

Kathleen

Oxblood.

Dark brown jacket c/o Bebe, Gold spike necklace c/o Jeweliq, Black 'Celine Dion' shirt, Oxblood gifted Alyssa Nicole skater skirt via Chictopia Rewards, Brown 'Love' bracelet c/o Buy Love Give Love, Brown Cheetah clutch c/o DAAME, Brown Zara sandal heels, Rings: Bauble Bar ring gifted by the boyfriend :), Gold arrow ring via Crossroads Trading.

Ever since last Fall season for fashion trends, one that has stuck with me was the 'Oxblood' trend. Funny how the name of that color is so graphic, but its beginning to become my favorite color for Fall.  I fell in love with this skate skirt because of how feminine yet unique with the sheer overlay.  Designer Alyssa Nicole created such a beautiful silhouette and piece. This outfit is more on the edgier side with darker colors, a biker jacket, and a spike necklace for accessories.  I decided to add a pop of print to the outfit with the cheetah clutch.  Again, a transitional Fall outfit, but I'll definitely be living in cozy sweaters this Fall / Winter seasons.

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Hope you lovelies have been doing well! Woo, Happy Friday! Longest week ever, but I really feel like I'm doing well in all the tasks and projects I've had at my job.  It's all a learning experience, but I'm happy I'm moving in the right direction.  

Hope you have a wonderful weekend ahead! I'm celebrating both my little brother's and boyfriend's birthdays this Sunday.  I surprised them with tickets to the Niners game! Doing a tail-gate party beforehand.  It'll be their first time going, can't wait to go (my first time too!).

Keep inspiring Beautifuls!

xo,

Kathleen

Red bloom.

Photos by bestie Fashion Furious

Tan American Apparel cropped top (cute dark red version here), Silver c/o t+j Designs rhinestone collar necklace, Vintage Chanel crossbody purse, Tan c/o Filthy Magic skirt, Nude Zara sandal heels (similar style here), Gold ring via Crossroads Trading, Gold crown ring c/o Charlotte Russe.

Cropped tops will probably be a big part of my wardrobe for this fall, or any other season for that matter. I couldn't get enough too of this rhinestone collar necklace from t+j Designs, I decided to let it shine as the main accessory for this outfit, keeping all the other pieces neutral and light.  I haven't worn these Zara sandals in a while, but I love how the heel isn't that high and it has a simple silhouette. A simple outfit with some pretty flowers in the background.
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Hope you lovelies have had a great week so far! I'm really ready for the weekend, is it just me or the weeks keep getting longer? Hope you guys have a great relaxing time off. Well deserved! ;)
Keep inspiring Beautifuls.

xo,
Kathleen

Falling for floral.

Dark yellow Theory sweater, Brown c/o Hobo Bags crossbody purse, Grey c/o Others Follow floral jeans, Nude Zara heels.

I rarely wear jeans (haha if you haven't noticed), but I was drawn to the beautiful floral print on these grey jeans from Others Follow.  They designed such a gorgeous pair with muted neutral colors, perfect for Fall.  I decided with the cold weather coming, to pair it with my knit sweater, a pretty mustard yellow color.  To keep it a bit casual, I accessorized with my trusty crossbody from Hobo Bags.  To elongate the silhouette, pairing nude heels does the trick.  These ones from Zara are my favorite because they have this asymmetrical shape.

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September is leaving us soon, and October will be here before we know it.  Time just flew by again. I find that's a recurring theme, maybe because I'm getting older and noticing things more.  With that said, I hope you lovelies have a great weekend ahead! Soak up the free time. Enjoy the sun the bay area is getting, and have a chillax weekend :).

xo,

Kathleen

Grunge glam.

Navy blue American Apparel crop top, Gold spike necklace c/o Jeweliq, Navy Zara skirt (similar cute leopard style) and plaid shirt (similar style), Brown leopard clutch c/o DAAME, Brown fox wrap bracelet c/o Jeweliq, Black studded heels c/o Choies (white and red versions).

A trend I can definitely say I have grown fond of and that has shown up multiple times this past NYFW are crop tops.  I think we could thank the gorgeous Liv Tyler from Empire Records (a fave movie too!) for setting the foundation of this great trend.  In addition, bringing back the 90's, loving the plaid and shirts tied around the waist this season.  This print is definitely one of my favorites for Fall.

I love mixing prints, so decided here to pair plaid with a hint of leopard.  And to add to the grungy feel, I accessorized with a spike necklace and these gorgeous studded heels from Choies.

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Thanks so much again lovelies for the sweetest birthday wishes everywhere (twitter, facebook, instagram), had such a great day bc of you guys!  This weekend am going to celebrate with close friends over sushi and the club in the city, can't wait for a fun night.  Hope you lovelies have a great weekend ahead..yep already in that weekend mode ;).

xo,

Kathleen

Fall forward.

Blue vintage Tommy Hilfiger jean jacket, Black Zara skirt, Brown crossbody bag c/o Hobo Bags, Brown leopard Steve Madden sandal heels, Gold vintage Chanel pin, Arm candy: Fossil watch c/o boyfriend, White bracelet and bow ring c/o Charlotte Russe, Gold statement bracelet c/o Wear It: Don't Bear It.

Fall is fast approaching, and sadly summer is ending :(, but at least I have Fall fashion to look forward to ;), which is my favorite season to dress up for.  I love all the layers, the darker colors, sweaters, prints, etc.  With this outfit I decided to style a comfortable casual outfit with my denim jacket, new Zara skirt (I love the shape of it) along with adding some cool leopard print with my Steve Madden heels.  

For jewelry, necessities come with my arm candy, which also includes a new piece -- a charm statement bracelet by Wear It: Don't Bear It.  I recently partnered with the founder, Toby Milstein, who told me about her amazing project, Wear It: Don't Bear It.  It's such an inspiring effort -- the campaign gives back and supports families affected by gun-violence tragedies.

When you purchase this charm, 100% of the profits go to Bereaved Parents of the USA, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping parents and families who have lost their children.  I love how she combined fashion and humanitarianism into one initiative to bring a heartfelt yet powerful way to help pay it forward in our community.  Please check out Wear It: Don't Bear It here, and the shop -- help create positive change by making a statement :).

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I hope you lovelies have been having a great week so far! TGIF and have an amazing weekend ahead.  Keep inspiring Beautifuls!

xo,

Kathleen