Rose romance.

Photos by Sight Through Glass Photography

Pink ASOS rosette strapless dress, Arm candy: Pale blue c/o LuLu*s bracelet, Ivory c/o Charlotte Russe rose wrap bracelet, gold rings via Crossroads Trading, Ivory stone ring c/o Beginning Boutique, Ivory vintage Chanel clutch, Nude c/o Steve Madden Marlenee sandal heels.

If I could relive Valentine's Day again, I'd have a sweet picnic date out in Napa somewhere involving wine tasting & maybe this would be the dress I'd take out...everything about it is so romantic and beautiful (I thankfully found it in the sale section while online shopping on ASOS).  

The important part of accessorizing for this dress is to keep everything soft and subtle -- I paired accessories with golds and interestingly a pretty pale blue color with this LuLu*s bracelet (lovely pastels for Spring).  The perfect shoes to top off the outfit were these sandal Marlenee heels from Steve Madden.

For the shoot, decided to go with a romantic pretty setting at the Berkeley Botanic Gardens again (seriously can't wait to visit again once everything is in bloom this May).  Once again lovely photography by Matthew Liu, Sight Through Glass Photography :).  

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Have a lovely start of your week Beautifuls!

xo,

Kathleen

      

Peplum paisley.

Black c/o GUESS peplum dress, White c/o GUESS rhinestone necklace, Arm candy: Coral c/o JewelMint Sun Stone bracelet, ASOS spike bracelet, Gold c/o Mimi Boutique lion bracelet, Black and gold rings via Crossroads Trading, Nude Nasty Gal stud clutch, Orange Calvin Klein sandal heels.

I decided it'd be a fun post to give inspiration of what to wear for Valentine's Day coming up -- this is part one, this version I'd call darker and sexier rather than sweet and dainty (which will be part two of this series).  Leave it to GUESS to make the perfect blend of classy, sexy and chic in this dress with the peplum and paisley pattern.  Not only is it sheer in front but all on the back.  I decided to pair it with colorful accessories: white rhinestones w/ the pretty bib GUESS necklace.  This pretty JewelMint coral stone bracelet was the perfect pop of color, along with my Calvin Klein heels.  View this outfit also on my Chictopia account here.

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Cannot believe it's already February!  Where did time fly again?!  Hope you lovelies have an amazing month ahead.  This past month was a very eventful one starting off the new year, helped to co-host a Chictopia shopping party in SF, modeled/styled Alyssa Nicole's Spring '13 collection, had my first time for high tea at the Rotunda, and among other things on my instagram.

Have an amazing week ahead Beautifuls!  Keep inspiring! 

xo,

Kathleen

      

Autumn leaves.

Red c/o StyleMint stripe Winslow T, Brown Karen Walker sunnies, Tan American Apparel corduroy skirt, Vintage Prada backpack, Tan Steve Madden heels, Arm candy: Kurt Geiger chain bracelet, Hexnut bracelet c/o LUXLA, gold thrifted watch, gold ASOS spike bracelet, Pink stone ring via Crossroads Trading, Gold Bauble bar necklace (gifted by BBFF, Chels)

Having fun with fall leaves. The striped Winslow T paired w/ leopard and wine and browns put together, is the perfect way to say bye to Fall, and embrace the new year with winter.  Even though it's now winter, being California, it still feels like Fall to me.  

Had fun making a gif too in the process :).

Also, with this sponsored StyleMint post, StyleMint is offering Inspirafashion readers a 2 for 1 offer.  Enter promo code 'B1G1SM' at checkout! Happy shopping loves!

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New Years is just next week, ahh! 2013 came way too fast.  Think I'll post some of my new years resolutions on here then too :).  Hope you lovelies are having a great week so far!

P.S. Blog post title was inspired by Ed Sheeran's song "Autumn Leaves," super cute song if you haven't heard yet! :)

xo,

Kathleen

      

Rose.

Brown vintage boyfriend coat, Gold vintage Chanel brooch, White American Apparel turtleneck cropped top, Light pink c/o Inlovewithfashion skirt, Brown ASOS suede boots (similar in teal), Brown gifted Kurt Geiger leopard satchel, Gold c/o Beginning Boutique ring.

This is one of my girly sweet outfits, thought I'd stray away from dark colors with all the gloomy weather we've been having, kept to soft light neutrals.  This gold light pink lace print skirt from Inlovewithfashion is gorgeous with its shimmery fabric.  Paired it with my bf coat, leopard bag, and suede ASOS boots (haven't used them in longest time).

This week has been probably the longest at work because its right before the holidays..do you guys ever get that feeling before a big holiday, antsy and excited at the same time?  Can't believe Christmas is around the corner.  Gave my boss this week her present, put a lot of thought into it, since she's about giving back to the community, something I look up to, gave her this Kate Spade 'hand in hand' bracelet, 25% of sales is donated to the women for women international organization.

Happy Holidays lovelies!  Hope you have a fun time with your family and friends.  Keep inspiring Beautifuls always!

♥, 

Kathleen.

      

Last Night x Inspirafashion Dress Giveaway!

Brown Vintage boyfriend coat, gold vintage Chanel brooch, Red c/o Last Night Blake Cutout Dress, Ivory vintage Chanel purse, Arm Party: white chain wrap bracelet and rings via Crossroads Trading, brown c/o Mimi Boutique leopard bracelet, white F21 pyramid bracelet, gold ASOS spike bracelet, Black Zara sandal heels.

Very very excited to host a giveaway with online shop, Last Night. Firstly, I want to say this is one of my very fave sites to buy dresses for any party-occasion.  The founder, Stephanie, is my good friend and one of my very fave bloggers -- she curates a beautiful collection of dresses sold on her shop.  Which btw, I adore the description of her shop -- to remember those memorable fun nights (which appropriately ;P I did have in this dress, Halloween with my besties, and dressed up as Minnie).

Firstly, the Blake Cutout dress is gorgeous being sweetheart and strapless, and having cut-outs on the sides.  The rich red color is so perfect for holiday parties coming up, which is how I've styled it with browns and golds. This is something I would definitely wear to a Christmas party.

Now onto the giveaway! ...

All you have to do to win one Last Night dress of your choice is the following:

1) Leave a comment with your email, the link to the Last Night dress you'd like, and in one comment, let me know if you've done the below:

2) Follow my blog on GFC:

3) Follow me on Twitter, @Kathleencarla

4) 'Like' Last Night on Facebook.

5) Follow Last Night on Twitter, @shopLastNight

Extra entry:
- Follow me on Instagram, @Kathleencarla (+1 entry)

- Follow Inspirafashion on Facebook (+1 entry)

- Tweet about this giveaway with " I just entered @shopLastNight Giveaway to win a Last Night dress on @Kathleencarla's blog!  Enter to win too! http://bit.ly/UoQ8tr " (+1 entry)

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This giveaway will run until Wednesday, November 28th.  This giveaway is also open Worldwide.

Also, until then, Last Night is offering Inspirafashion readers 20% off your next order, enter 'Inspirafashion20' at checkout!

 The winner will be chosen using random.org and will be announced that week on my blog, facebook, and twitter.

Good luck Lovelies! and have a great rest of your week! :)

♥, 

Kathleen.