Polka-dotted floral.

Navy thrifted Liz Claiborne polka dot blouse, Black c/o Crystal Hearts Vintage floral silk cardigan, Silver rings: Forever 21, Crossroads, Tan American Apparel chiffon skirt, Brown c/o Hobo International Candis bag, Black thrifted straw boater hat, Tan Sam Edelman Valin wedges.

Hi Lovelies!!  I know it's been quite a while since I've posted, but better late than never right?!  I've really missed you all so much...that's why been trying to KIT via my facebook and twitter on my off-days from the blog.  Anyways, the Holidays took a big toll on me -- family parties, shopping for presents, the works.  

But, back with a cool post!  For this New Year, really want to change-up or moreover enhance my wardrobe..I want to challenge myself in fashion by trying to incorporate more prints and brighter colors in my everyday style.  Sooo..first up -- prints! I've always loved from afar how ppl can convey the "print-on-print" trend so perfectly..but today, decided to try it for myself!  I love this cardigan from Crystal Hearts Vintage, firstly because it has this cute floral design but also a unique silk fabric.  Mixing floral and polka dots seemed like the best way to create a cute yet fun outfit.

Added silver accessories and boater hat for a laidback look, along with my trusty Hobo International Candis bag  (I've used it to death..it has so many amazin' features -- bonus: lots of pockets!), and for comfort and height wore my Sam Edelman wedges.

I hope you lovelies are doing well!  Unfortunately, my winter break is nearing its end and I'm trying to savor each moment before I have to go back.  I can't believe my last semester at UC Berkeley is coming up!!  I still remember being a freshmen in college.  My first class at Cal was huge! 600 students in one classroom.  I will miss you Cal. Sigh, bittersweet.

Have an amazing week ahead!  Keep inspiring Beautifuls <3.

♥, 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.

  

Cotton Candy.

Light pink c/o Crystal Hearts Vintage sheer blouse, Light purple American Apparel chiffon skirt, Ivory vintage Chanel purse, various thrifted rings, Nude Zara buckle suede wedges.

I described my outfit today to my boyfriend, saying it was good enough to eat because it reminded me of cotton candy lol.  The colors are soft, delicate, and pretty.  I am seriously IN LOVE with this light pink sheer blouse from Crystal Hearts Vintage.  And I am very excited and happy to announce Crystal Hearts Vintage as my newest sponsor!!  

The lovely and stylish Liana of Fashion Bag 411 is the owner of the new online vintage shop which has its Summer 2011 Grand Opening of 15% off all orders now!  Enter 'grand15' at check out!

I'm really happy to have Crystal Hearts Vintage as a sponsor, love supporting my fellow bloggers.  

So I bought this lovely AA chiffon floral skirt while I was away in LA and visited the Crossroads in Santa Monica.  Santa Monica beach btw, was sooo beautiful and the weather was perfect (coming from the windy sf bay area lol).  And also, I bought these Zara buckle wedges at Old Town in Pasadena during a blogger meet-up (all the details I will save in a later post! stay tuned :p).

But funny story with these wedges, as you may know, there's a huuge Zara sale going on, and shoes were on sale for THEE best price ever.  I've been coveting these particular wedges for a while now (ever since I saw Aimee of Swellmayde wearing them :p).  At the sale, this girl grabbed them before I had the chance to even notice they were there.  I kind of (ok im not creepy) but I did stalk her around the shop for a little while lol, hoping she'd put them down. this is how it turns out when you reaaally want shoes.  And luckily she put them down!  aand even better, turned out they were my size!! They're my most fave shoes at the moment, for $60 from $109..i'm a happy camper.

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An LA post is coming your way soon!  I'll start them this week, prepare for an overload of picture sharing :).  I hope your weekends were fun!  So glad to be back and blogging again.  Apologize again for the absence, right when I got back from LA last Monday, I was assigned to work 9-5 everyday..so was super tired when I got home :p.  But neways, on to browsing your inspiring blogs!! Have an amazing week ahead lovelies!! <3

PS. Don't forget to enter the Vedette Shapewear Giveaway on my blog, 5 readers will have a chance to win a Vedette Shapewear piece! :)

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Also! Congrats to the winner of the 365hangers $30 Gift Card Giveaway on my blog..Winnie of Chic Escape! can't wait to see what you pick out! :)

♥, Kathleen.