Winds and Maxis.

Black vintage blazer, Gray cropped DIY top, Light pink H&M maxi skirt, Gray Jeffrey Campbell foxy heels, Brown thrifted bag.

Oh gosh, today was seriously the coldest day since..I really can't remember lol.  The wind was howling so loud and pushing me forward when I tried taking these pictures haha, esp when you're in 5 inch heels, it's kind of scary :p. Sorry I've been on a four-day hiatus, work and holiday shopping has been the reason.  But, as promised, I will start to update my blog more often :).  How are you lovelies btw?!  I still cannot believe this week is the last week of the year 2010!! And onto 2011 just this Friday at 12am! Wow, I really am amazed as to how fast this year flew by, as with every year.

Just wanted to say, this year especially was amazing as having all of you as my support on here in the fashion blog world.  It really, I have to confess, has changed my life course - as for now, I'm trying to pursue a career in fashion, in the process of figuring out what I want to do.  And really want to say a huuge thank you for helping me develop my passion and love for this.  I appreciate you beautifuls! and can't wait to share with you my journey 2011 and beyond.

Now, onto paying tribute to a trend I really loved this past year of 2010 -- maxi skirts!  Ah, it really brought my wardrobe to another level of chicness.  I found this maxi skirt at H&M on sale, and it fit me like a glove.  Decided to style it with a blazer for work and for extra height, my JC foxy heels.  Along with this trend, have to say shearling, chunky knits, oxfords, faux fur, cropped tops, cape/silk blouses, high-waisted anything, leopard and wedges were all my faavorite & truly memorable 2010 trends.  

Here's a toast to all you stylish fashionistas of 2010 & more to come.

Pictures from Nasty Gal Vintage, Threadsence, Topshop, and Urban Outfitters.

<3, Kathleen.

Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays.

Brown ASOS Vila faux fur coat, Blue Free People denim tulip skirt, Gray F21 cropped shirt, Tan F21 suede wedges.

Title of this post, has to definitely be one of my fav Christmas songs by Nsync. Whatever happened to boy bands?  I guess, it was the thing of the 90's haha.  Merry Christmas everyone!! Well almost. And I hope you get amazing presents this year!   I can't wait to open mine.  Few days ago I was snooping around the Christmas tree and shaking each present to guess what each was.  How I love the mysteriousness of Christmas.

Wearing my new and only faux fur coat!  It was an early Christmas present from my boyfriend, he's so sweet.  I told him I love the online store ASOS and he found the perfect one.  Along with the outfit, I'm wearing my new find from Crossroads, a tulip denim Free People skirt, my first Free People item ever.  I love the silhouette and the material.  And bought these F21 suede wedges from my lovely high school friend, she's so stylish.  They're so comfy!  

I've been looking through all your blogs lately and I must say, I've been admiring your styles and looks so much. Seriously, fashion inspiration is flooding each blog I've seen.  I want to say a personal thank you to all past and new followers of this blog, and those who leave the sweetest comments.  I hope you all have a FUN, exciting, festive, and amazing Christmas.

<3, Kathleen.

Dog days are over.

Silver vintage blouse, Blue American Apparel skirt, Navy thrifted belt, Gray Urban Outfitters socks, Black Forever 21 oxford boots, Black H&M satchel.

The dog days are over is the perfect title for this post.  Mostly because not only do I looove the song :), but I also think it fits perfectly my mood at the moment -- due to finals finally being over!! I am so happy and I did well on one of them so far from receiving the grades online.  I'm happy to say that this Fall semester went well despite the early mornings waking up to commute to school, the endless stress with school and work.  But in the end, I think it was a successful semester :).

Onto updates, I just want to thank all of you for the amazing feedback in the last post.  It really made me happy :), and I can't believe the outfit made it to the homepage of Chictopia! :)  It just blew me away, you all are so amazing, thank you so much for your support.  And onto more exciting news, I applied to be a Teen Vogue Fashion Click Blogger and am now officially one! :)  Was contacted earlier this week :), I'm so excited.

And another update, remember the post I talked about a winter photoshoot I did with a new upcoming fashion blog site?  Well finally it's up and running! I reaally recommend visiting and following as well!  It will let you know about anything trendy and fashion-forward, the site is called Trendy Rose at trendyrose.com.  

Merry Christmas everyone! I will definitely update my blog more now that finals are over and winter break is now here :).  Expect many more posts to come.

<3, Kathleen.

A fur equestrian winter afternoon.

Black AA rider pants, Black/gold vintage blouse, Brown faux fur hat, Brown thrifted bag, Navy thrifted belt, Gray vintage bow flats.

Was a true wintery afternoon today, fog all around.  Good thing I had my fur knit hat handy :), along with my new AA rider pants! Perfect for the cold. This is the first time ever, I've bought the same clothing item, except in a different color.  That's what I love about AA, the diversity in colors alone.  I love this vintage blouse, the design is lovely and wearing these vintage flats with little bows on them.

Just one more week and I'm free to relax :). Hope your weekends are going well.  Last night, spent it with the boyfriend watching one of our FAVORITE shows ever, besides Glee :p -- Supernatural :). Ah, I can't waait for it to come back end of January. May I say, the Winchester boys are so hot. If you have not watched it yet, please do :).

<3, Kathleen.

Fave Suede.

Navy thrifted Liz Claiborne polka-dot blouse, Army green UO cargo pants, White Crossroads fur bag, Black UO suede boots.

Hi lovelies!  I apologize once again for the absence.  I'm currently getting over my cold aand am studying for finals coming soon.  I really cannot wait for the next week to be over, so Holiday parties, Holiday food, FUN, and Christmas Decor can enter my life. :).  Happily updating my blog, in a short break from studying.

Wearing my new boots! I got from Urban Outfitters, for such a good deal (I loove those steals), were for $70, and got them for $40.  And they're my faavorite current kind of fabric - SUEDE. I just loove the feel of them. I know odd, I randomly pet my shoes ahaha. 

Keep inspiring beautifuls. I've been visiting your blogs and you all really amaze me each time I see what you come up with. Gorgeous.  See you next week with more blog posts and much needed updating :)! <3

<3, Kathleen.

PS. Just added something on top of my Christmas wishlist now :), a nice fur coat, I need to find one with a hood. If anyone knows where, please forward the link :).

From Left to Right: UO Sparkle & Fade Coat, UO Pins and Needles Coat, Nasty Gal Vintage Tina Faux-Fur Jacket.

Black and cold.

Wow, the title of this post is kinda on the depressing side lol, but in all sense, I really feel under the weather - I guess "cold," for me, has two interpretations.  Cold, as in the very cold weather the Bay Area has been getting, and Cold, as in sadly I just caught a cold from someone :(.  This is the main reason of my absence for the past week, sorry lovelies about that.  I'm in the process of returning all your sweet comments, in the midst though of finals fast approaching :(.  I really hate that combination, being super sick aand having finals to study for. What has the world come to? Lol, jk.  I'm trying to keep my head up and remain optimistic and happy.

Besides that, Black - refers to all these items I've bought in the past few weeks.  I didn't notice it until I laid out everything I recently bought, strange - they all have the color Black in them.  Trust, I'm not being Emo-ish or anything, but I guess I gravitated toward this color because of Winter?  Who knows, but I do love all my purchases! :)  Black Friday purchases - Floral long-sleeved dress and Gray fedora.  Cyber Monday purchase - $30 off American Apparel Rider Pants courtesy of a Chictopia code I got in an email :).  And lastly, my most fav purchase, High-Waisted Topshop Studded Shorts bought from the lovely Sandra of 5 Inch and Up Blog.  

(Excuse my bright orange/red Ikea sheets haha). From left to right: AA Rider Pants, Topshop Shorts, F21 floral dress and fedora.

In the spirit of Christmas coming as well, (eek can't wait to set up decor soon!), will leave you with my current (and possibly growing, lol) wishlist.

From left to right: Polaroid Camera, Topshop Knit Sweater, Jeffrey Campbell Lief Boots, and (#1 on my list) :) YSL Arty Ovale Ring.

Hope your December is fun and exciting so far.  And continue to inspire and stay chic with your beautiful outfits.  Also, once finals are done and over with (crossing my fingers I do well), I will get back to my regular blog post routine :). Until then, Good Night Beautifuls!

<3, Kathleen.

Silky suede knit.

Gray thrifted suede and knit cardigan, Brown silk blouse shirt, Blue unknown high-waisted shorts, Tan F21 Boots, Brown thrifted bag.

Hello there beautifuls ;), sorry for the slight absence, it's due to finals coming and the semester ending soo quickly!  I can't believe Christmas is finally coming!  I am just so excited, I love how I have a reward at the end of all these very hard and stressful finals -- Christmas and spending time with family & friends.  I have been listening to 96.5 non-stop because they play Christmas music from early November to end of New Years. Whenever I hear Nat King Cole's "Chestnuts Roasting On An Open Fire," my heart melts and I get sentimental and contradictorily, happily sad. Odd emotions Christmas music and Christmas in general makes me feel haha.

Anyways, I hope your week has been going good so far! My outfit consists of everything I'm into at the moment -- heavy knit (for extra warmth), silk blouse shirts, high-waisted shorts, and boots!  I'm in love with this knit cardigan I found in my mom's closet (I loove my mom's wardrobe, amazing thrift finds in there!).  It has patches of suede on it - loove not only the feel (haha I'm very tactile when it comes to fabrics/clothing), but the look of it as well.  Pretty much you're everyday casual wear for fall/winter.

Among updates, I also won the $50 Threadsence Giveaway from the gorgeous Natalie of Natalie Off Duty! Thank you so much girl, I can't wait to shop!  Hmm I'm thinking of possibly boots or that beautiful fur vest I've been eyeing :).

Thank you once again to all the support, can't believe reached 200 followers! - past and new followers, you're amazing and not to mention, when I visit your blogs, so fashionably chic ;).  Thank you lovelies!! <3
Happy about to be Thursday! Yayy, it's almost Friday :).

Good night lovelies,

<3 Kathleen.

PS. Just had to mention, I can't get enough of how much lately I've loved the fashion inspiration from Fancy Treehouse, if you haven't yet, please check out Coury's beautiful blog :).