Ombre Highlights, J Brand 901 Legging Review & Other Stuff

See this post for an update on my ombre highlights.

It's been at least a good 5-7 years since I have colored my hair. It was definitely hard to let go of my virgin hair!! I haven't gotten my hair colored because I'm really lazy and I personally hate the up keep. I been seeing celebs rock this look and it's so cute on them. The ombre effect is with darker roots and lighter ends so there will be little up keep because I already have roots--haha! I'm totally loving this look!! YAY! I'm so happy that I finally did something with my freaking boring hair. :)

My ombre hair inspirations below:
*image from bellasugar.com

What I'm wearing above:
Old Free People Sweater. XS. (similar here & here)
Free People Thermal Cami. XS. Love how soft & stretchy it is. I got the white color too.
J Brand 901 Leggings. Color Sable. 24. Fit is great. No alterations needed. A little gap in front & back, but don't mind it at all -- extra room is great for when I eat too much. They're expensive for jeggings-- can't believe I forked out that much $ for it. Note to self, don't go shopping while intoxicated. LoL.

@ Bloomingdale
Lusting after this Coach Hamptons Studded Leather Flap Bag. $498. Must be really old or new -- can't seem to be finding it on the coach.com or anywhere else.

Wearing here:
Free People Ruffle Tweed Jacket. XS. Available in 2 other colors.
*correction -- i mean size 0 not xs

That's it for now. Can't wait to see everyone's shopping finds this weekend!

Old & New Favorites

Wearing:
Free People Oversize Dolman Top. XS. (similar: here & here)
Free People Lace Bandeau. XS. $28
Banana Republic Necklace . (similar here, here & here)
Gap Jean. 00P. Length was shortened. (similar here & here)

I stopped by the Free People boutique this afternoon and got a little too crazy in there. I got the following & will sure post pics of me wearing these items in the near future!

Ruffle Tweed Jacket: Purchased jacket in blue combo color. Size 0. $168.
Cable Far Away Sweater: Purchased sweater in blue. Size XS. $108.
Desert Maxi Dress: Purchase maxi Size 0 & on sale for $29!
Black Skinny Knit Pants: Fit so well that I purchased my 2nd pair! Size 24. $68.
Thermal Seamless Tank. I got both the storm & white color. Size XS/S. $28.
Wool Skinny Cargo Pants: Size 24. $78 -- love!
Free People Fan Fringe Earrings. $28
White Ruffle Tank

YAY!!! I had so much fun shopping today. Heehee..
And my wallet hates me...

Creams & Whites

Just wanted to wear something comfy for Saturday...

Details:

Free People Buttonfront Lace Back Tank: XS. $48. (available in 3 other colors)

Free People Printed Cropped Bralette: XS. $38. (similar here)

Marciano Draped Cardigan: XS. (similar here & here)

Blank Denim. Size 25. Runs really small & I didn't have to shorten the length! Perfect for petites. (similar here & here)

Vince Camuto Pumps. Size 5.5. (similar here & here)

Military Jacket

Outfit Details:

Free People Military Jacket - Size 0 - $138
Free People Rib & Lace Tank - Size XS - $38 (available here at shopbop too)
Free People Printed Cropped Bralette - Size XS - $38 (similar here)
Tom Ford Jennifer Sunglasses - $328
True Religion Joey Jeans (sorry couldn't find the same wash I'm wearing) Size 24 - $288 - I'd have preferred a smaller size, but this was all they had at the time. I also had about 2-3' taken off the length & kept the original hem. I have slept in these jeans before and they are uber comfy. True Religion's Web Store also offers petite sizes. I have never tried it before so I can't really say much about it.

Fit & Flare

I been seeing flares everywhere. They are definitely coming back & I think I like them again. heehee. I found these at my favorite store -- Free People. I fell in love with them immediately when I saw them. They are stretchy pull on pants! Hahha great for lazy people like me. I just looked at their website and it looks like they offer a shorter length. I got the regular length and would have been more happy with the shorter length. You can tell in pic that they're kind of touching the floor, hopefully it shrinks an inch when I wash them. I'd return these for the right length, but since I already wore them I guess I'd refrain from doing so.

Super Skinny Pull On Flare by Free People
Price: $78
Size: 24
3 different lengths: Regular, Short & Long
(similar by Genetic) (similar from Forever21) (similar by True Religion)

Wrap Top is also from Free People
Size: XS

How do you ladies feel about flares coming back in style? Too hippie? Not for petites?

Casual Warm Weather Outfit at Napa & Follow Up on Gap Petite Jeans

I hope everyone had a nice 4th of July. I got a chance to escape the city gloom and enjoy the beautiful hot Napa Valley. I went to eat lunch at Bouchon and it was delicious as usual. We took advantage of the beautiful scenery and snapped some pics away.

After a late lunch, we drove ourselves to the Napa Valley Outlet. My first stop was BCBG. After 20 mins in the store, I had a handful of things to try on. I had dresses, jumpsuits, shirts & skirts in sizes 00 & XXS. I thought to myself, wow there's so many things in my size!!! Sadly to say, everything was huge and unflattering. So my excitement goes down a few levels as I drag my bf to BR. I hastily go into the store and find myself in the petite section. I thought I scored with a pair of 00P pants, but when I got them on in the dressing room it was another disappointment. The pants were baggy in the hips, legs, butt & thighs. My usual size is 00P at BR. Now, I'm starting to think that they make outlet sizes bigger than normal!!! My last stop was to Guess and I tried on a pair of leggings & it fit. I had to get it because I didn't come all the way to leave with empty hands. So yes, I drove an hour and a half to buy a pair of Guess leggings.....argh!

Outfit Details:

Top from Aritzia by Tulula:
Size: XXS
Price: $48 (I think)
Here is something similar for $19.99 at BR

Forever21 Charm Necklace
Price: $4.80
Similar here from Forever21

Floral Shift Shorts from Forever21
Size: XS
Price: $15.80
Fits great and I love how these shorts look like a skirt and it really great for the hot weather! The fabric is light and allows for plenty of air flow.

Similar here from Forever21.

Kick Your Heels Wedge by Seychelles
Price: $67 (sale price)
Size: 6 - I normally wear a 5.5, but the 6 fits fine & yes the 4" heels are comfy too!

Follow Up: Gap Petite Jeans From Previous Post

Gap.com
Always skinny destructed jeans (faded wash)
Size: Petite OO
Price: $19.99

I am keeping these. I think they fit, feel & look nice. I can see myself wearing them on a regular basis and I really like the color. I wish the length was a bit shorter as you can see in the pic it is bunching up on the bottom. Overall I think these jeans are pretty true to size. I'm taking it to the tailor to have it shortened before I wear them. They are definitely worth $19.99!

Faking those Long Legs

I'm the unlucky few that have a disproportionate body. My torso is much longer than my legs...why can't it be the other way around right? I always see girls (even petite girls) with long amazing skinny legs and they look so good in shorts and skirts.

Well I was cleaning out my closet and was about to toss these trouser jeans and decided to try them on one last time before getting rid of them. When I put them on, my bf commented how great they look. I was thinking...okay maybe I'll keep these. I decided to pair these with high heels. The wide leg hides my heels which gives the illusion that my legs are actually longer than it is. Awesome! :)

Outfit Details:
Banana Republic Trouser Jeans
Size: Petite 00
I love BR petite pants, I never have to get them hemmed!
Here is a similar pair from them and there are still sizes left.

Gray & White Polka Dot Top from H&M
Size: 4
It came with a tie around the waist, but I lost it. I'm surprised it wasn't too loose on me because I normally wear a size 2 at H&M.

Black Leather Bomber Jacket from H&M
Size: 2
I think I got this jacket for no more than $40 -- such a deal.
Here is something similar from Revolveclothing.com for $748! Yikes! Of course it's real leather compared to mine.
Asos has a similar one as well and at a more affordable price of $169.

Shoes by Michael by Michael Kors
Berkley T-Strap Sandals
Price: $98
Size: 5.5
These shoes are great and fit true to size. The heels are 4" high and they are still comfy. I've worn them to work, to go dancing and just walking around around the city to shop. I have a few pairs of heels from him and I have to say they are all comfy.Thumbs up!

Piperlime & Gap Petite

Piperlime.com

Brand: Corso Como Simone
Color: Camel
Price: $119
Size: 5.5


I have so many pairs of shoes in my closet, but what was lacking is the perfect casual sandal. I wanted a neutral color that I can wear with most of my summer dresses and shorts/skirts. The heel has to be between 2-3" because I hate flats (because it makes me look short) & super high heels (because it's uncomfy to walk in). The search has taken me numerous trips to Bloomingdales, Nordstrom, Nine West and many hours of searching the online sites. Finally I settled with this from Piperlime, it's free shipping and free returns so I guess I don't have too much too loose! I read all the reviews and everything said about it seems to be positive.

Has anyone had any experience with this brand before? This is my first pair from Corso Como.



Gap.com
Always skinny destructed jeans (faded wash)
Size: Petite OO
Price: $19.99

Since I was already ordering from this site, I decided to check out Piperlime's sister sites for some deals and steals. I haven't gotten anything from GAP since middle school and saw they have petite sizes so I took a chance. I don't have any light color jeans in my closet so thought it would be a nice causal addition. All the reviews said these jeans run small. I thought about ordering a 0 but the only size available was 00 or 2. So I'm going to take a chance and try the 00 instead.

I hope I made the right decision.

Is anyone familiar with Gap Petite size?

Much better shorter...but not too short!

Wow it's been months since I've cut my hair. My hair was starting to split at the ends and it felt like hay. I finally decided to pick up and the phone and call my girl Rox at Oxenrose Salon for a haircut. She's super awesome, I've always liked every hair cut she has given me. You know how you go to hair stylist and you tell me to cut off 1/4" and they end up cutting 2" and you're like what?!?! Nope, not Rox! I also like that she doesn't use a razor to layer my hair. I had someone do that to me one time when I was a hair model...OMG it was the worse experience ever and gave me split ends like no tomorrow. Never again will I let someone touch my hair with a razor!

Anyway, I normally like a lot of layers, but I decide to go otherwise this time. I kept most of the layers long so its easier to manage.

Top: XS from Free People -- It's old so I can't find it anymore.

Stretch Twill High-Waist Side Zipper Shorts from American Apparel $48 -- Size 24/25. I would say these run a little smaller than most brands. These are pretty high-waisted and go above my belly button. These shorts don't offer too much stretch either. When I sit, the high waistband digs into my belly. It also comes in 3 other colors like coral, moonbeam and ash blue. This is also a great place for petites ...some of their pieces run pretty small!

Animal Print Flats are by Betsey Johnson in size 5.5. For flats, they are not the most comfortable. I had it for a couple of years, but I rarely wear them especially for a long period of time.


I also go these 2 hair products today recommended by Rox.

Kerastase Smoothing controlling care. $36. I needed something to make my hair soft and shinny and this serum was nice because it's not greasy. Its easy and quick to use, you apply 1 or 2 drops on your hands and run it all over your hair.

Unite Tricky Spray Finishing Wax $26.99-- I wanted a pomade like product to give my hair texture, but didn't want that heavy greasy cream to weigh my hair down. This is a light spray (like a hair spray, but not sticky) that gives texture, hold and a little volume to the hair.

Hoodie and Jeans...not so bad right?

I guess my sense of fashions is as bipolar as I feel sometimes. If someone was to ask me how I'd describe my sense of style, I'd say just that. I was feeling un-girlish and wanted something just thrown on and simple. I had these pair of jeans for awhile and I probably wear it all the time. It's simple, the color goes with everything and fits great. I wished I had a shot of the back. I love the pockets and the button details...gives me a lifted bottom.



From top to bottom:

Piped Moto Jacket from Armani Exchange (XS) -- Fitted look. They don't have this color anymore, but 3 others are available. Armani Exchange also has petite sizes. 0P and sometimes maybe 2P. They are great for casual wear.

Hooded Plaid Top from Free People (XS) -- also available in a "tea combo" color. Loose fit. Great for going to a buffet! haha! As my one of my friend would call it her "buffet shirt". Maybe the shirt doesn't photograph well, I just looked at it on the FP website and it's not too cute. I promise it's a lot better looking in person.

Seamless Tank from Free People (XS) -- a tad loose around the waist. Available in 4 other colors. I might stock up on more colors.

Jeans by William Rast. I have to admit, I bought these originally because I love JT...and also that it fits (haha!!). Anyway I couldn't find the exact style, but here is something similar.
Belle Flare -- mine are size 23. I'd have to say this brand runs pretty large. I'd recommend ordering a size down. I had to get these shortened. I also kept the original hem. I hate when the stitching doesn't match! The butt pockets of the jeans I'm wearing are exactly like the belle flare.

Free Me

This is my Sex and the City outfit. OMG I was so excited to see the movie. I have been waiting forever to see this.

I have to say SJP has the most amazing body, I am so jealous. She has the most perfect butt and boobs. Its firm and perky...hahha!

Everyone should go watch the movie. It's fun, light and lots of fashion!

I just noticed in all my post, I'm wearing something by Free People. I should go get a job there so I can get a discount and save myself some money. I go to the store once every couple of months, but every time I go in there all the sales people recognize me. It's really embarrassing!

My Rapture Dress -- Free People in size 0 (fits true)
Shoes from Nine West - size 5.5 (fits true)
Bag is by Elliot Lucca (from Nordstroms)






















This is my easy breezy shopping outfit. hahah! I have been waiting for beautiful nice weather to wear these white jeans. I've had them for probably over 2 years and the last time I wore it was July of 2009...haha I remember this because I was staying at the Mondrian in LA and the decor in the room was white and I remember thinking, wow I match the room.

These jeans are in size 25 and I remember trying them on and thinking, wow I must have gained weight. I'm normally a 23 or 24, but I had to size up on these.

We The Free Scoop Neck Tunic -- by Free People size XS -- this shirt is so light weight and comfortable. I bought this awhile ago and now it comes in 8 different colors!

Skinny Jeans by Blank -- Size 25 -- can purchase at Free People or Urban Outfitters
I found almost an identical pair at ShopBop...mine doesn't have the zipper on the bottom, other than that everything else is the same (even the studs on the butt). Can't believe they're still selling the same style after all this time.

Shoes are Steve Madden -- size 6

Bag is Lamb by Gwen Stefani -- I like this bag, but the leather and the hardware makes it super heavy so after 20 mins of carrying this it hurts my shoulder...so I make my bf carry it instead. lol