tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19040328230040968982024-02-20T20:54:40.204-05:00[ICONscious] thoughts by IvyIvy Wanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15630656080581975937noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1904032823004096898.post-15444176296533006202011-10-02T22:28:00.008-04:002011-10-22T11:11:19.703-04:00Hiatus & Project Updates!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: left;"></div><br />
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HIATUS</b> - Hey guys (if anyone's still here ^^;), I'm back!!! Sorry I've disappeared for so long! (Yours truly seems to always disappear without notice..) Since the beginning of summer this year, I've been engaging myself in classes again, hoping to catch up with the studies I missed! So I became super, duper busy with school--not to mention, still working part-time. @_@ I barely had time to breathe! Hahaha.. But anyways, thanks to those of you who still check in with me every once in a while. (I LOVE YOUUUU<span class="messageBody translationEligibleUserMessage" data-ft="{"type":3}">♥)</span> But just in case anyone didn't notice from the feed on the side, I still update my Facebook page ^^ so if my blog feels lonely, you know where to find me!! (<a href="http://www.facebook.com/ivyonestyle">IvyOneStyle on Facebook.com</a>) <br />
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So let's see, here are some direct links to some of the projects I did this year (from oldest to recent)...:) Feel free to view, like, and comment~~! <br />
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<a href="http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.226695044007208.68390.133397016670345&type=1"><b>6/26/2011 - Innocent Youth/</b> Make-Up Styling by Yours Truly [PICS]</a><br />
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</b><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=crNltppgODM"><b>7/29/2011 - Geek & Goddess Photoshoot/</b> Teaser & LIVE Behind the Scenes [VID]</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.258436240833088.74162.133397016670345&type=1"><b>8/11/2011 - Geek & Goddess Photoshoot</b>/ Final Product [PICS]</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.259934277349951.74376.133397016670345&type=1"><b>8/11/2011 - Geek & Goddess Photoshoot/ </b>Behind the Scenes [PICS]</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.279595475383831.77846.133397016670345&type=1"><b>9/13/2011 (~Present) - [NEW] Haute Taupe & Lace/ </b>Styling by Yours Truly [PICS]</a>Ivy Wanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15630656080581975937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1904032823004096898.post-33064824388785966632011-03-07T22:27:00.001-05:002011-03-08T11:33:44.051-05:00More Colorful Finds!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-gFrngJ5eLrw/TXWgX9W7vNI/AAAAAAAAAiE/kEGkolKdCv4/s1600/01.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="261" q6="true" src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-gFrngJ5eLrw/TXWgX9W7vNI/AAAAAAAAAiE/kEGkolKdCv4/s400/01.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Px08_z-WNO8/TXWgY_tZTcI/AAAAAAAAAiI/Op8YWHRXtJw/s1600/02.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="380" q6="true" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Px08_z-WNO8/TXWgY_tZTcI/AAAAAAAAAiI/Op8YWHRXtJw/s400/02.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-UBcjVobhesg/TXWgn5DCwWI/AAAAAAAAAiM/no5FgggwtCI/s1600/zara03.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" q6="true" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-UBcjVobhesg/TXWgn5DCwWI/AAAAAAAAAiM/no5FgggwtCI/s400/zara03.jpg" width="296" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-IbnzPWofcXE/TXWgoT3H4eI/AAAAAAAAAiQ/amD-lmxDzTQ/s1600/zara04.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" q6="true" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-IbnzPWofcXE/TXWgoT3H4eI/AAAAAAAAAiQ/amD-lmxDzTQ/s400/zara04.jpg" width="290" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
At <a href="http://www.zara.com/">Zara</a>. </div>Ivy Wanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15630656080581975937noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1904032823004096898.post-91827911766647453812011-02-04T23:31:00.007-05:002011-03-24T19:46:00.301-04:00Reminds Me of Skittles!<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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</tbody></table><div style="text-align: center;">Quite the contrast of our melancholy blues, black, and white of passing winter is the start of S/S 2011 in bright, vivid color! --As if to express ourselves yearning to be rid of the cloud and gloom, the joy to see such youth and freshness again is exactly what Spring has pampering us all.<br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Here are some stuff I put together that I thought were quite Spring-y. </span><span style="font-size: small;">(All matching and editorial by yours truly. Clothing images from various online retailers below. :)<br />
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Sweaters, outerwear, and winter accessories are now on sale for a great deal! If you missed the popular call for <span style="color: #c27ba0; font-size: large;">military coats</span> and <span style="color: #c27ba0; font-size: large;">fantastical capes</span> from F/W 2010, don't fret. The trend is still to last, and they are now everywhere to be found! Of course, you know where I found mine. ;) <br />
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<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_DSLkJoBU9BY/TTJqo_3JAaI/AAAAAAAAAhA/xedIzzOWzOw/s1600/son+ga+in.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" n4="true" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_DSLkJoBU9BY/TTJqo_3JAaI/AAAAAAAAAhA/xedIzzOWzOw/s320/son+ga+in.jpg" width="320" /></a>I am a huge fan of the "Adam Couple" from the Korean TV show, "We Got Married" because they are just SO FUNNY! (The show is where celebrities are paired up as false couples and are given missions each week to see how well they interact with each other. And the Adam couple got their nickname for their height lols ^.^) Well, <span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #c27ba0;">Son Ga-In,</span> <span style="font-size: small;">the "wife" in the couple and singer from popular girl-band, Brown Eyed Girls,</span> <span style="color: #c27ba0;">is known for her cool, chic fashion sense.</span></span> I've always loved her outfits on the show---her wide sleeves, oversized cape jackets and tops. She may be petite but she knows how to make herself pop in utter style. </div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_DSLkJoBU9BY/TTJqwZoAx0I/AAAAAAAAAhI/u6ynTXLHS0Y/s1600/cozy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" n4="true" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_DSLkJoBU9BY/TTJqwZoAx0I/AAAAAAAAAhI/u6ynTXLHS0Y/s400/cozy.jpg" width="285" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><span style="font-size: large;">Moon Geun Young,</span> (right) Korean actress and her style from the recent drama, Mary Stayed Out All Night. Also clash in colorful drapes and wide tops.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_DSLkJoBU9BY/TTJqsyeSq2I/AAAAAAAAAhE/AUSWiZWsc_E/s1600/164182_180579711966730_147589235265778_509605_8279385_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" n4="true" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_DSLkJoBU9BY/TTJqsyeSq2I/AAAAAAAAAhE/AUSWiZWsc_E/s200/164182_180579711966730_147589235265778_509605_8279385_n.jpg" width="150" /></a></div><br />
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_DSLkJoBU9BY/TTJq0dMF1QI/AAAAAAAAAhM/ZRIN8vLlvA8/s1600/164182_176930928998275_147589235265778_484876_6589166_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" n4="true" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_DSLkJoBU9BY/TTJq0dMF1QI/AAAAAAAAAhM/ZRIN8vLlvA8/s640/164182_176930928998275_147589235265778_484876_6589166_n.jpg" width="360" /></a></div>^ <span style="color: #a64d79; font-size: large;">Her co-star in the drama, Jang Geun-Suk</span> has a unique sense of fashion too as he plays the role of a popular Indie-Rock band vocalist. With a guitar by his side and a long coat that always draws the attention of a peeking scarf, and not to mention, skinny bottoms and boots to emphasize his long legs, his style speaks effortless charm and character. My favorite from him is his military coat, which can be favored by both ladies and gentlemen. <br />
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And generally, <span style="color: #a64d79; font-size: large;">when we say "Military" I think of olive green</span>--- a color that I am SO obsessed with these days!! Green sweater, green scarf, green leggings, green tights, green shoes.... I don't even know why I'm so drawn to the same colored stuff! XD ..It's like mellow but mysterious and gives a touch of genuinity.<br />
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<strong>Photography by Yours Truly © Ivy Wan 2010.</strong> (Do not steal!!)<br />
The photos are finally out!! Thanks again to those who helped out with the shoot and everyone else for viewing! ♥<br />
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I definitely did not get to do my best with these pictures because I had just got my new camera so I wasn't too familiar with it when I used it on this shoot (oh no!) xD so I promise the next one will be better!!!! *grin* (But props to the stylist and makeup artist! You guys did a great job!)<br />
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Please view the full album and give us feedback if you have any! ;) Thanks!!! ♥<br />
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CREDITS:<br />
Ivy Wan (Photography & Hair)<br />
Derek (Stylist)<br />
Vanessa (Make-up)<br />
Brian (Behind the Scene)<br />
Shiowei (Model)<br />
Tim (Model)<br />
Eric (Assistant)<br />
Joe (Assistant)Ivy Wanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15630656080581975937noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1904032823004096898.post-88699804685044151202010-12-01T21:11:00.006-05:002010-12-03T14:38:53.506-05:00"HOMELESS" Photoshoot - Behind the Scene<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_DSLkJoBU9BY/TPb5Sf6jxKI/AAAAAAAAAfg/GpEhef7SSWM/s1600/76880_462514563270_571083270_5579251_4374519_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" ox="true" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_DSLkJoBU9BY/TPb5Sf6jxKI/AAAAAAAAAfg/GpEhef7SSWM/s400/76880_462514563270_571083270_5579251_4374519_n.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_DSLkJoBU9BY/TPb5Vn6aK4I/AAAAAAAAAfk/0GJWgIJI888/s1600/76032_179748295368550_133397016670345_656907_2953354_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" ox="true" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_DSLkJoBU9BY/TPb5Vn6aK4I/AAAAAAAAAfk/0GJWgIJI888/s320/76032_179748295368550_133397016670345_656907_2953354_n.jpg" width="213" /></a><br />
<span style="color: #a64d79; font-size: large;">So past Saturday,</span> my friends and I had the photoshoot that we were all planning since October. My friend, Derek (whom you may or may not know by his blog, <strong><a href="http://popstylecle.blogspot.com/">PopSTYLEcle</a></strong>), from school in New York came down to visit and help out with the styling. The theme was <span style="color: #a64d79;">"to look homeless but chic,"</span> and I have to give major props to him for the look---the outfits were superb and rather cute!!<br />
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But you have NO idea WHAT we went through just to find some of the most ridiculous things for the outfits---<span style="color: #a64d79; font-size: large;">A thin leather belt and a pair of long purple socks</span> drove us all the way to the mall where everything either looked too "new" or was out of our budget. The thrift shop was closed and a vintage shop that we had to look up online didn't have them either. (What! No vintage leather belts?! <em>Come on.</em>) So we walked the rest of the small town for its other antique shops... and of course, no luck. Finally---and it was like dark out, our very, very last resorts were <span style="color: #a64d79; font-size: large;">Walmart and Sears</span> LOL, where we ended up buying kids' clothes that we tore off the sleeves for socks (and a set of men's long tees that we cut and tore apart as well). I still can't believe we wasted the entire day looking for a stupid pair of purple socks! (And nowhere had them!!! ....So my question is, where do Ravens fans get their socks then? lol!) </div><br />
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<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">When Saturday came (the day of the shoot), <span style="color: #a64d79; font-size: large;">we met a few new people from Silverspring</span>---Vanessa, our make-up artist, and her guest Eric, who helped us out with the last minute destruction of clothes as we came to realize that the outfits needed to look more raggedy and teased. Shiowei, whom I had also just met, was so kind enough to model for us---They were all such wonderfully easy-going and fun people to work with! (Thanks to Tim, too, who fought through the cold for us with his modeling! And Joe, who lent us her place for the styling and took us around her little town for the shoot. The list just goes on.)</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #a64d79;">Speaking of the cold</span><span style="color: #a64d79;">..... </span></span>it was sooo incredibly windy that day that it was hard to withstand, no doubt, but ...highly spectacular for the pictures!! HAHAHA. I had imagined a rather cold, gloomy setting for the models that would acquire pale faces, redden noses and ears, and numbed expressions. So thanks to the weather, I was able to capture a few natural expressions. xD <br />
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<a href="http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=180060658670647&set=a.179748035368576.45013.133397016670345#!/album.php?aid=45013&id=133397016670345">Click here to view the rest of the <strong>Behind the Scene</strong> pictures that we took!</a> <br />
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<span style="color: #a64d79; font-size: large;">The actual pictures from the photoshoot will be released soon!</span> So please anticipate for them!! :)<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">SPECIAL THANKS TO...</span></div><strong>Derek</strong> (Stylist)<br />
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<strong>Brian</strong> (Behind the Scene)<br />
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<strong>Vanessa</strong> (Make-up Artist)<br />
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<strong>Shiowei</strong> (Model)<br />
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<strong>Tim</strong> (Model)<br />
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<strong>Joe</strong> ("Tour")<br />
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<strong>Eric</strong> (Clothing prep)<br />
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<span style="color: #a64d79;">- Hair & Main Photography by Yours Truly -</span>Ivy Wanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15630656080581975937noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1904032823004096898.post-13272968068009443892010-11-24T23:26:00.006-05:002010-11-29T22:32:08.243-05:00Sweaters for the Cool<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_DSLkJoBU9BY/TO3IAvtYvgI/AAAAAAAAAfA/pUfzif1eCQI/s1600/BBon-J_02.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="336" ox="true" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_DSLkJoBU9BY/TO3IAvtYvgI/AAAAAAAAAfA/pUfzif1eCQI/s400/BBon-J_02.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />
It was fun layering up and looking cute in the Fall but when Winter comes around, STAYING WARM is just all I can think about! I’m just so darn sensitive to the cold! And I know a lot of girls (and guys?) don’t like dressing up in Winter either because who wants to look big and all bundled up like a snowman? XD Well, I’ve seen those who refused so much as to wear nothing but a sweater and shorts with boots—which is pretty cute! ..But of course the first thing that comes to mind whenever someone sees that is, “What the freak? Is she CRAZY?!” Yes, she is. …..But she only wanted to look cute.. : ( <br />
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<span style="color: #c27ba0; font-size: large;">So let’s find a smarter way to look chic AND be warm! XD</span><br />
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As you’ve probably experienced (and guys have always asked) leggings and skinny jeans DO, in fact, keep our legs much warmer (in a certain amount of time of course) than loose, baggy bottoms no matter how it looks. Because they are so tightly fitting, they act as our second skin and create friction whenever we move, thus keeping us warm. So there you go, as ridiculously as it sounds, my new bottoms for the season! <br />
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So to cut the story short, in the fall when I wore leggings, I loved my long tees with cardigans and scarves. In the winter, I’d like to collect a bunch of snuggly, oversized sweaters. There isn’t much mix-and-matching to do, so I like to look for unique color, material, tailoring, patterns, and textures to help make my outfit pop. <br />
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<span style="color: #c27ba0; font-size: large;">Irregular hems, uneven stripes, distressed, ribbed, cable knits, wool blends, cashmere, angora, etc.</span> <br />
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<span style="color: #c27ba0; font-size: large;">Scarves</span> that come huge, thick, long, or circle and knitted, furry hats make great winter accessories to go along with your sweaters. <br />
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<span style="color: #c27ba0; font-size: large;">Since you can’t mix-and-match “above”, you can “below”!</span> Leggings can be worn with shorts or skirts to give your outfit more depth; and shorts come in many different forms and material. For the season’s best choices, you have tweed, wool blend, cordoroy, and even denim that’s classic and timeless. Pleats, godets, and ruffles make it more fun. And leggings come in different patterns—perfectly suitable for solid tops and one pieces. You also have loose legwarmers and rollover socks to go with your boots or sneakers. <br />
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If you’re really THAT cold, it’s okay to throw on a coat now because your outfit is so remarkably put together that there’s no way you’ll have to look like that snowman again! (Or Christmas tree, xP)<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">Speaking of the holidays---but on a very random note xD, <br />
<span style="font-size: large;">HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!!</span> </div><div style="text-align: center;">Stay warm (and chic!) everyone!! ;)))))))))</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #c27ba0; font-size: x-small;">- All images gathered from YesStyle.com -</span> </div>Ivy Wanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15630656080581975937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1904032823004096898.post-59047594555772498472010-10-08T20:17:00.001-04:002010-10-08T20:27:23.499-04:00Shorts FTWW! (For the Work World)During the first few weeks that I got my new job at JCrew, I've stressed quite a bit over what to wear for work (yes---the person who is writing this style blog has days when she stresses over what to wear too!) Why? Because unlike everyday wear where you can just dress however you want, of course there is a dress code for work and the stupid dress code sure made me frustrated for some time! ---BUT, not anymore :) I've learned ways to emulate my own style within the "uniform". And here's one of them.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><em><span style="color: #c27ba0;">Have you been told before, that you can't wear shorts to work?</span></em> </span><br />
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As much as shorts are considered "inappropriate" for workwear at most places, they CAN actually be worked with! In fact, skirts were once considered scandalous in the past, no? But now they're made one of the two ultimate options for ladies' office wear (dress pants vs skirts). ---So shorts WILL eventually make their way into the work world too, ladies. Actually, in some European and Asian countries right now, women are already wearing shorts to work!<br />
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<em><span style="color: #c27ba0; font-size: large;">Bermuda shorts, capris, skorts, pleated shorts, trouser shorts, twill, and wool shorts.</span></em> <br />
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As long as the material and tailoring are similarly adopted from your classic idea of suitwear, you'll automatically and still capture the neat, professional, and sharp look that's appropriate for business, allowing these new renovated pants to be equally respected. Now WHY are we so concerned about this new fashion? Because it spices up your day, just to wear something totally different! With just ONE new piece of clothing added to your wardrobe for work, you can pull out SO MANY different outfits. Plus, you will feel less stiff, more comfortable at work ---and still look chic and professional. <br />
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<span style="color: #c27ba0; font-size: large;"><em>How to define a pair of "office" shorts...</em></span><br />
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<strong><span style="color: #c27ba0;">1. MATERIAL</span> -</strong> Nice cotton, twill, wool ...nothing too thin and lacks structure. Also, choose loose and more fabric over tight and hugging silhouettes. <br />
<strong><span style="color: #c27ba0;">2. LENGTH</span> - </strong>No shorter than an office skirt! (which the shortest is probably around 6'' up from the knee) <br />
<strong><span style="color: #c27ba0;">3. DETAIL</span> -</strong> Shirts or tops must be tucked in. No more than the basic 5 pockets in the front and 2 on the back. Buckles and straps may be nice for style but in most cases, the simpler the better and the least attention grabbing. <strong>*TIP:</strong> If you wear leggings with your shorts, it'll show less skin for more modesty. Add a thin, leather belt and it will help refine your look.<br />
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</div>Well, just treat them like you would a suit skirt. What do you usually wear with your skirt to work? Blouses and shirts. Those are the best options of course. But depending on your work place and the atmosphere, you can even wear basic knits underneath! By basic knits, I mean tees: short, long, or no sleeves that can be plain or adorned with little detail such as emphasized necklines, studded pattern, or ruffles and pleats. Or to be safe, chiffon is always nice.<br />
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If you feel that your top is too plain or casual and throws off your effort to pull off those shorts, then for accessory, you can wear jewelry embreaded in crystals or pearls (because they're not "too much"). Or what I love doing is simply throw on a blazer, which always completes the look with much charm and smart. <br />
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So basically you are just mixing casual into your formal wear. Instead of dressing like everyone else everyday (because you feel obligated by the dress code) you can find ways to renovate those codes into your own (without breaking them necessarily.) Of course, if you WERE told that shorts weren't allowed, then you should definitely check with your manager first because it's not gauranteed that every manager will agree! <br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: #c27ba0;">[Shorts, blazers, blouses, bags, and shoes from various brands at </span><a href="http://www.yesstyle.com/"><span style="color: #c27ba0;">YesStyle.com</span></a><span style="color: #c27ba0;">. Shirts, knit tees, and sleeveless tops from </span><a href="http://www.gap.com/"><span style="color: #c27ba0;">Gap.com</span></a><span style="color: #c27ba0;">, </span><a href="http://www.bananarepublic.com/"><span style="color: #c27ba0;">BananaRepublic.com</span></a><span style="color: #c27ba0;">, </span><a href="http://www.jcrew.com/"><span style="color: #c27ba0;">JCrew.com</span></a><span style="color: #c27ba0;">, and </span><a href="http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/"><span style="color: #c27ba0;">UrbanOutfitters.com</span></a><span style="color: #c27ba0;">]</span></span></div>Ivy Wanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15630656080581975937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1904032823004096898.post-68606867578458143592010-09-25T01:34:00.002-04:002010-09-25T01:47:14.015-04:00Chunky for Fall (and other great stuff!)Rest assure folks, the temperatures are finally dropping! Fall is here! (Thank goodness.) And so are hundreds and hundreds of new clothes and accessories for the season! (Yippee!!!) Here are my picks from what I found recently :) <br />
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<strong><span style="font-size: large;">Sweaters and Shirts for Starters </span></strong>BIG, WIDE, AND CHUNKY = SO incredibly cute and comfortable. And you know what Fall calls for? Amazing head-to-toe layers of fun! So when it starts to get little chilly, with these wonderfully roomy drapes, you can simply hug yourself with one (two, or even three!) long sleeves underneath. Now's the time for you to mix and match away with your favorite basics---striped, patterned, artistically textured, and so much more. Even a perfect white shirt with refined tailoring would compliment! <br />
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<strong><span style="font-size: large;">Pearls to Set the Mood </span></strong>Small pearls. Big pearls. The point is, the more the better! The precious roundlets of pinks and ivory really do show the best in you, ladies. They reflect the glow from the wearer's face and bring forth a refreshing look of energy and youth!<br />
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<strong><span style="font-size: large;">Gloves for the Arms</span> </strong>One of my obsessions this year, absolutely. You'd think you're all set when you have your sweater and basics but oh, not quite! If you throw on a pair of these little fiesty knits for the arms, THEN you'll be complete ---ly adorable! (And snuggling warm, might I add!) My favorite is the ones with rib texture and tend to bundle up at the wrist in thick folds. (Think chunky and cute, right? ;) <br />
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<strong><span style="font-size: large;">Cool Shoes for Character </span></strong><br />
Tall, tough, and laced-up is the way to spunk up that cuteness with some edge! These subtle, skyrocking booties will go perfect with skinny jeans and flawless drapes. <br />
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<strong><span style="font-size: large;">Leather to Finish Off with Charm</span></strong><br />
Remember those slouchy bags of leather goodness and skinny shoulder straps from one of my earlier entries (<a href="http://ivyconscious.blogspot.com/2010/05/stripes-and-flowers.html">Stripes and Flowers</a>)? Ah! <span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: small;">I just can't get them out of my head!! ...But guess what. I don't need to! :D The lovely tans, browns, blacks and oranges of leather would go just as beautifully with autumn! So I'm relieved as I can continue side by side with my favorite bag. Smooth, elegant, but imperfect, the finest leather bags to me are the ones that speak utter craftsmanship and age. Those make the most dashing accessory for modest charm.</span> </span><br />
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<strong>I've decided. --I WANT MY KIDS TO WEAR JCREW! </strong><br />
(Says the girl who once hated kids and still has no clue what to do when she has to interact with them. lol!) <br />
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Hm. I don't know when or how it started but, I've actually grew a liking to these little people... I even thought, numerous times before, how I'd like my own kids to be---Decent, outgoing, confident and inspired. (I knowwww. Easy enough for me to say!) And JCrew's <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/kids-clothing.jsp">CREWCUTS</a> really protrays this ideal. Adorably bundled up in playful, stylish and expressive layers---it's a conservative look but SO smart, novel, and mischievous! <br />
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And honestly, I rather have my kid walk up to a crewcut mannequin dazzling in a ruffle knit dress with belt detail and a mini wool coat with a pair of suede boots---totaling over $100 if you might add, than to have her go, "Mommy, I want that!" at some other girl her age on TV that's wearing a tank top over booty shorts. <br />
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Seriously. What is the society trying to convey these days anyway?? I remember seeing a little section of tiny bras for girls ages 5-7 in a department store a few days ago. And then some woman was walking around with her little girl in a strapless tube top with padded chest................ I couldn't believe what I was seeing!! All I have to say is--- People, having your kids dress like that is NOT a good influence! (And some money just can't be saved! Throw a few third pieces into their closet --e.g. cardigans, jackets, vests-- and show them how to mix and match with them! It'll teach them that wearing cloth<u>ES</u> is stylish---as opposed to NOT wearing much. - .- And who knows, it might even bring out their own creativity in the way they dress! ;) <br />
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If you want an idea, <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/kids-clothing.jsp">Crewcuts</a> is the way to go!Ivy Wanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15630656080581975937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1904032823004096898.post-7247806090315971972010-08-25T20:39:00.005-04:002010-08-25T20:51:47.330-04:00Everything But FashionHey!! It’s been TOO long of a time since I’ve updated this blog---Sorry!! Ivy grew busy like a buzzing bee (again) these past few weeks. Because my friend was leaving to study abroad in Italy soon, I went to visit her and spend a few days with her and another dear friend of mine that I haven’t seen in ages. Ah, I really miss you two so much already. Thank you for taking me to sooooo many great places with great food (HAHA!!) and making me laugh endlessly. The time we spent was filled with YEARS of memories ..but felt so short. I pray that the day all three of us (four, including Derek!) meet again, will be at school.. and that it will come soon!!! ^^<br />
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<strong>Food we had, to add to great times:</strong> <br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_DSLkJoBU9BY/THW1G1PANAI/AAAAAAAAAZk/BlwwCYSx3-4/s1600/100_6076.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" ox="true" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_DSLkJoBU9BY/THW1G1PANAI/AAAAAAAAAZk/BlwwCYSx3-4/s320/100_6076.JPG" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Pretty cupcakes by us :)</div>....So as you can see, as usual, we did more eating than shopping bwahahaha. …After struggling to return back to my usual diet, however, I reluctantly returned to my usual work life as well. —That is, until one day, I got a surprise call from JCrew. xD Totally unexpected. But guess what—I got the job! <br />
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Since I disappeared for a while, I owe you an explanation. XD <br />
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<strong>The INTERVIEW.</strong> <br />
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Casual. And …bewildering? So I rushed there right after I got off from work and managed to arrive RIGHT on the dot, only… a bit frustrated that I had to be seen in my usual UPS work attire. (So embarrasing! And the least flattering.) The manager was beyond kind and friendly. My first surprise here, was when she led me out the store to the nearest bench around the corner of the mall. (I thought I was going to be sitting in her office XD.) The next surprise was, I was never once asked about my work experience. (Stumped!) <br />
Instead, she was more interested in the school I went to and what kind of work I did there. Oh, don’t get me wrong though—I am definitely not complaining. The interview turned into such an exciting conversation that I had completely forgotten to be nervous. I was immediately spun with a thirst of stories to tell. It was lots of fun but it had me leaving, a bit confused and clueless as to what her answer was. (Even now, I am still rather stunned and speechless haha! But very, very grateful.)<br />
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<strong>J-WORK.</strong><br />
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Monday was actually my first day of work ^_^. Though I literally spent most of my time standing behind the counter going through a thick trainee’s guidebook with my manager, I couldn’t help but feel tirelessly refreshed and intrigued by the silliest things possible. Yes, the shiny wooden counter… the screen on the computer, the tag scanners, oh—but the VIEW of the store from the counter was the loveliest. I get my own walkie talkie with earpiece too! How’s that for coolness? (I still need to remember to press the button when I talk though lol...) —And I need to tell you HOW startling it was when customers started to come up to me. (I was the only one at the counter after my manager left for a bit.) Luckily, having watched enough from Amanda’s demonstrations, I remained calm and greeted the customers happily, walking myself through the transaction… and transaction. I did it! Two whole transactions all by myself! WOOT!! (Pat on the shoulder) <br />
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Hahahahaha. Finally, time came for the store to close. This was the BEST part of the day for me. I got to go around the entire store reorganizing the clothes and making sure everything looked as perfect as they can be. So you can probably imagine a love struck smile stuck on my face as I’m diligently folding button-ups and persistently lining the clothes on the racks by their color. And you’re wondering why this girl is so easily amazed by everything she touches and sees..<br />
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My friends, you have got to see—no, BE at the mall after closing!! It is the most magical moment of all. I can’t explain it but even though the lights are dim and the stores are closed, just walking through it by yourself and seeing a few others still putting things together before the end of the day, feels kind of peaceful. Instead of swarms of people and loud noises, all you see are clothes, and it’s like they’re beautifully frozen in time. <br />
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Hahahaha just listen to me talk (or read what I write), I sure sound like a psycho. OBSESSED!!! Hahaha noooo, I am not~~ TT^TT… I just never (dared to) imagined that this would happen. Once upon a time, I had daydreamed about walking through an all arts school surrounded by students alike, with bags of supplies and artwork tucked under their arms. And then ---Voila. Somehow I ended up at FIT years later. And I had also dreamed of having the mall to myself when it’s closed—I imagined all kinds of things, that there would be sparkles in the air if I looked up and then I’d know that the pretty mannequins would come alive (hahaha!!! Now that sounds a bit scary, I know, but well, have you seen Korean girl band, SNSD’s Gee music video?? LOLOL!!! That was what it was like. Kinda. Minus all the vomiting “cuteness”. xDDDD… Sorry I am not a fan!! But I like the concept…? :D) And well, here I am! I truly thank God (thank You, dear Father!) for granting this silly, clueless girl’s dreams. Hahahaha. Ah, I am still not reacting correctly to all of this. I think one day, it will finally hit me.<br />
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Anyhow, along with my first successful day of training at Jcrew, I also got a lottt of sneak peeks and fun facts about our brand! So I’ll be sharing with you a few of my favorites in the next entry! Thanks for reading! ^ ^<br />
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<3 Ivy<br />
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<strong>Check out these Oxfords!</strong> <br />
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Whether heeled or flat, you just can't overpower their humble and modest silhouette, beaming with classic etiquette. Don't underestimate them either! Though slick and solid, they speak absolute cuteness, especially when worn with leggings or even a pair of comfy, trouser socks! </div><br />
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<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"></div></div>Ivy Wanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15630656080581975937noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1904032823004096898.post-50906693479558089682010-07-29T20:29:00.003-04:002010-07-29T21:11:40.029-04:00Alice in Real Life!<div class="separator" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img src="http://a.imageshack.us/img814/2828/iwanttemperlyforfallbla.jpg" /></img></div>Ivy Wanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15630656080581975937noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1904032823004096898.post-73410774374496318732010-07-24T18:08:00.005-04:002010-07-29T21:18:38.711-04:00NEW Youtube Channel & First Video!!Hey guys~!! <br />
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I miss this blog so much!!! LOL!! It's only been a few days since I last updated it but it sure felt like YEARS had been taken from my life!!! I've been working like a buzzing, busy bee on my new Youtube channel and first video this past week --And it is soo much work! Hahaha but as always, hard work brings an awesome feeling of accomplishment! :)))) So it was absolutely worth it. It WAS super fun, exciting work too. (I thank Jen and Tim again for helping out with the first video!!)<br />
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Anywho, my Youtube is official now. If you had seen the pictures I've uploaded on Facebook from Jen's makeover (<a href="http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=450741&id=133397016670345">link</a>) then you can now watch the makeover on video! However, only part one is currently available. ^^ The second part will be out soon, I promise! <br />
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<strong>MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL</strong><br />
<a href="http://www.youtube.com/ivyonestyle">www.youtube.com/ivyonestyle</a> <br />
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<strong>MAKEOVER #01 - SMOKEY BLUE EYES</strong><br />
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<strong>MY FACEBOOK PAGE</strong><br />
<a href="http://www.facebook.com/ivyonestyle">www.facebook.com/ivyonestyle</a><br />
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If you watch the video, hope you enjoy it! Be sure to rate it at the end ;) <br />
And comment to share your thoughts with me! <br />
Subscribe if you'd like to follow up on my work with me~ <3 <br />
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Thanks again for all the support! <br />
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Love you all!Ivy Wanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15630656080581975937noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1904032823004096898.post-9468956582169239992010-07-20T18:50:00.005-04:002010-07-25T12:44:01.403-04:00STILL-IN Sale!<div class="separator" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img src="http://a.imageshack.us/img716/4611/july20stillinsale.jpg" /></img></div>Ivy Wanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15630656080581975937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1904032823004096898.post-15351669480645328462010-07-11T00:41:00.003-04:002010-07-25T12:45:30.239-04:00I Demand Denim!!<div class="separator" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img src="http://a.imageshack.us/img691/5008/07idemanddenim.jpg" /></img></div>Ivy Wanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15630656080581975937noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1904032823004096898.post-22736353486206101042010-07-04T13:56:00.002-04:002010-07-25T12:46:13.648-04:00HAPPY JULY 4TH + My Favorite Stuff (Part 2)<div class="separator" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img src="http://a.imageshack.us/img716/6163/july42010mystuffparttwo.jpg" /></img></div>Ivy Wanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15630656080581975937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1904032823004096898.post-1035995263797117082010-06-26T22:58:00.003-04:002010-07-25T12:47:07.773-04:00Accessories to Make You Look Younger?<div class="separator" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img src="http://a.imageshack.us/img820/5991/june272010bigbowsandhea.jpg" /></img></div>Ivy Wanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15630656080581975937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1904032823004096898.post-7118583065540864902010-06-23T18:26:00.008-04:002010-06-24T00:56:10.457-04:00A Few Thoughts...<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"></span><br />
<blockquote><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">Heyyy! </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">I'm actually at work right now LOL! I was thinking---I didn't get to post anything last week so I should announce what I'm up to these days haha C: and this will just be an informal "behind-the-blog" update from me! :P </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"></span></span></blockquote><blockquote><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><strong>WORK</strong></span></span></blockquote><blockquote><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">I certainly don't know why but it sure seems like people just suddenly have a lot of stuff to ship/deliver these days!! (Here's the laugh if you don't know---I work at a UPS store. HAHA!) I've been running around, packing, answering endless phone calls, and trying my hardest not to be overwhelmed by the sight of more people building up behind my customer at the counter all day! O__O Whew! In fact, the only reason why I am able to work on my blog right now, is just because everyone's left, and I'll be closing the store soon (yay!!)</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"></span></span></blockquote><blockquote><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><strong>HOBBY</strong> </span></span></blockquote><blockquote><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">So I've been thinking..and thinking some more lately.. A few of my friends had been telling me that I should really consider posting up videos on YouTube to showcase my work. The problem is... I'm not really a makeup guru.... so I couldn't think of what videos I would be posting! Haha!!! But HEY, why haven't I ever thought of this..???? I can start a hair styling tutorial channel! The idea just randomly popped up out of nowhere today too but it definitely sounds like so much fun!! First things first though. I am not a professional or licensed stylist so please do not get offended by the videos--I just purely want to share with everyone the way I style C: I absolutely love the idea of doing makeovers too! So I'm thinking of giving one to a different guest each week (or every other week, depending on how much time I have!) So let me know what you guys all think about these ideas~ C; I can't wait to start! Hahaha!!</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"></span></span></blockquote><blockquote><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><strong>THANKS</strong> </span></span></blockquote><blockquote><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">I don't think I had ever formally thanked anyone yet for supporting my new facebook page! So I want to say--I sincerely thank all of you so, so much!!!! ---Those of you who subscribed to my blog, those who didn't subscribe but have viewed or read any one of my entries, those of you who had commented on them, those who contributed to my entries, those who viewed my page, my work, commented on them as well, liked my page, suggested it to your friends, gave me a spontaneous list of more ideas to consider and probably something else I forgot to mention... but thank you all so much for doing this! It was really a great start for me, and I seriously did not expect any of it. :( You made me realize how much my work CAN be shared and loved with/by those alike! And you gave me this spotlight. It is small and courteous but for me, it offered the brightest, warmest place to stand. C: I love you all so dearly!!! Please promise me you'll stay true to what you love too! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">LOVE, IVY <3 C;</span></blockquote><br />
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OH! I had no idea you guys couldn't see the comment box until someone told me! Sorry about that~~ I fixed it now. Hopefully you can see it now. c: Let me know if you still can't! ^^;;</span></span>Ivy Wanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15630656080581975937noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1904032823004096898.post-19738194498758942272010-06-15T22:20:00.001-04:002010-07-25T12:47:58.849-04:00My Favorite Products<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img src="http://a.imageshack.us/img824/323/jun15myfavoriteproducts.jpg" /></img></div>Ivy Wanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15630656080581975937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1904032823004096898.post-40478874037664850592010-06-11T22:53:00.003-04:002010-07-28T22:24:10.145-04:00Who Said There's No Fashion for the Short?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><strong></strong></span></div></div><img src="http://a.imageshack.us/img831/9293/june6whosaidtheresnofas.jpg" /></img>Ivy Wanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15630656080581975937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1904032823004096898.post-29927637229854632792010-05-26T00:24:00.005-04:002010-06-15T22:23:25.198-04:00Stripes and Flowers<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>(I actually wrote this two days ago but I didn’t have time to post it up until now)<br />
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I just came back from Urban Outfitters after a pretty relaxing family trip to the National Aquarium today (there was one nearby so I just had to drop in!!), and I saw SOOO many things I wanted to get!! –But sadly, I could only bite my lip and stare at them on the rack (imagine me standing there forever and looking suspicious) because I promised myself that I’d only shop once a month if I have to, and I already did so this month ; _;… (But I know I'll run into them again later on!!) —Okay so here are what I spotted. <br />
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A lovely striped, long tee with cute little buttons on the quarter sleeves ($38).</span> <br />
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I like how the stripes don’t begin immediately but rather from chest down but not all the way. This style is quite popular now as you’ve probably already been seeing many similar copies of it. Cute, sassy, and simple. It’s so easy to match in any outfit—it is the perfect basic top to have in your wardrobe! </div><br />
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A gorgeous, pocket-full, leather satchel ($68).</span> I’ve been looking for one of these things everywhere lately!! And now I’ve found it! I absolutely love how it has a pocket on each side and not only does it have handles, it also has a shoulder strap—hence a ‘luggage’/messenger bag’ kind of feel. (The look is too cool.) And the size of it is awesome! I adore big, roomy, soft—and apparently from the looks of my recent taste, quite old-looking material things! I was so excited to see it—and I’m not even a huge bag-fan type of girl.</div></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_DSLkJoBU9BY/S_yNhRA-7mI/AAAAAAAAAKs/yoQvDci9sNE/s1600/deux+lux+pebbled+side+cuff+satchel_68.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: right; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" gu="true" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_DSLkJoBU9BY/S_yNhRA-7mI/AAAAAAAAAKs/yoQvDci9sNE/s320/deux+lux+pebbled+side+cuff+satchel_68.jpg" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_DSLkJoBU9BY/S_yOONde-BI/AAAAAAAAAK0/hdzQYgQekso/s1600/floral+top.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: right; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" gu="true" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_DSLkJoBU9BY/S_yOONde-BI/AAAAAAAAAK0/hdzQYgQekso/s320/floral+top.jpg" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
Hm.. I thought I wasn’t ever going to be fond of floral prints either. But when I saw <span style="font-size: large;">this gorgeous blue chiffon dropwaist dress ($58</span>), it made me second glance at it and then I thought, …what pretty colors…! Rather than your usual ‘grandmother’s old table cloth’ print, it looked to me like a handful of wild flowers gently tossed into a pond of dark blue. And because the material is light and chiffon, in movement, it is starting to look to me now like the wind made the water ripple and flowers scatter along the flutters! (Sorry not trying to sound like a crazy fashion blogger now… ^^;; But seriously, don’t you think so…? XD) I’m sure if a cute little, white, knit, short sleeve jacket were thrown over it, topped with a straw fedora, it’d be a beautiful combination! ^^ (Too bad I haven’t worn a dress either in ages—me and my pants HA— Look what these trends did to me. -_- They made me talk about bags and dresses. )</div></div></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
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<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><span style="font-size: large;">So much to choose from!!! *drool*</span> </div><br />
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(<strong>top left:</strong> oversized pocket racerback tank, $10 - CharlotteRusse, <strong>bottom left: </strong>fragrant knit top, $19.80 - Forever21, <strong>center:</strong> lace back asymmetric hem top, $38 - Redopin @ YesStyle.com, <strong>right:</strong> oversized tshirt, $38 - Redopin @ YesStyle.com)</span><br />
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This summer, I am all about oversized tees and sleeveless tops.</span> Not only are they super comfy - especially in the ickiest, humid weather possible ... surprisingly, they compliment you too! Well first of all, I need to make something clear. They say short people have trouble finding clothes that compliment their figure and elongate their height. But, as a 5'7'', I have to say it is just as hard for us tall people to dress too! At often times, I end up making myself appear even taller, thinner, and giant-like than I really am. People always assume I'm 5'8''-_-, and my aunt who is probably around 5'2 or 3, ALWAYS buys me clothes that are Large and shoes that are 9 or 10! --- I 'm a Small and a size 8 1 / 2!!! : ( <br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">So I came to one conclusion.</span> Maybe this is already common sense for you, but in case you don't already know --- tall people, AVOID VERTICAL LINES, PERFECT-FIT, SHORT TOPS, QUARTER SLEEVES, and CAPRIS. Okay well, that doesn't mean you can't ever wear those things. You just have to know how to balance them out with other things, rather than wearing them by themselves. So let me explain what I mean.<br />
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<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_DSLkJoBU9BY/S_msUWiKoiI/AAAAAAAAAHM/HPcHtNLBVC8/s1600/PUFFY_ribbed+cardigan_20.00.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" gu="true" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_DSLkJoBU9BY/S_msUWiKoiI/AAAAAAAAAHM/HPcHtNLBVC8/s400/PUFFY_ribbed+cardigan_20.00.jpg" width="302" /></a><strong>VERTICAL LINES -</strong> Say you have a long top that ends halfway before your knees. Now, by itself, it will create the illusion of a long torso. The pro of this is that if it is a short sleeve, it is okay to wear it alone with a normal pair of jeans because the sleeves help make your arms look less long, and consequently, the length of the top shortens your legs. To complete the look or to further "shrink" my height, I would usually throw in a small vest or jacket. (Not ones that are just as long! You want to create horizontal lines or "layers".) Sometimes a belt would even work too. The point is, as long as you have horizontal lines too, you are fine.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><span style="color: #783f04; font-size: x-small;"><br />
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<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><strong>PERFECT FIT -</strong> I don't know. Some people like their height and like to show it off. But if you are like me, and you find yourself feeling a bit awkward in a crowd because you stand out like a giraffe, then don't wear clothes that cling to you or are super fitting. The reason why not is because technically, our limbs and structure are much longer than everyone else's =/... so instead of wearing clothes that are exactly our length, we have to turn to those that are actually much more exaggerated or abstract ^ ^;; Hence, roomier, drapier, longer clothing! -But this is tricky, don't wear TOO much of it that it starts to look like you just tumbled out of your daddy's closet! Choose one favorite "abstract" piece of clothing and then balance it with a fitting piece!</div><br />
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<strong>SHORT TOPS -</strong> We're starting to see a lot of super short, wide tops now, I have a few of my own too. Here's how you're supposed to wear them (or at least, how I do) - right over a longer / fitting top or even a dress. The con about short tops is that if paired wrong with the rest of your outfit, you will end up making your legs or the bottom half of your figure look stretched out, or longer. <br />
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</div>And you know, layers not only help proportonize, but they also add a spark of creativity and edge to your look. You're probably thinking though, that the layering days are gone with winter now, well not quite! <br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Thanks to these fun and lightweight/thin clothes, summer can go layers too!</span><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_DSLkJoBU9BY/S_mvFo-2UvI/AAAAAAAAAHk/H_6lEt_ETrY/s1600/21.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" gu="true" height="464" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_DSLkJoBU9BY/S_mvFo-2UvI/AAAAAAAAAHk/H_6lEt_ETrY/s640/21.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #783f04; font-size: x-small;">(a<strong>bove:</strong> that's me in my outfit of the day haha)</span></div><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-size: x-small;">(<- knit top, $18/ cropped jeans, $35 - Puffy @ YesStyle.com)</span><br />
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Here's another question for you----<strong>Do you absolutely LOVE heels and want to wear them to look cute or charming but only end up looking "awkward" or HOT?</strong> (A very confident word yes, but in this case, a negative!) <br />
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Yes, I've had this problem before too. : ( (But thankfully I'm a bigger fan of flats and comfort so I don't really wear heels that much. XD)<br />
Well if you want to keep your heels, then you should! Don't feel like you have to throw them away or shun yourself from wearing them because of this! Just remember to balance, balance, and balance! Wear a super wide comfy top-together with shorts and heels-preferably ankle or tall boots and you should look rather dashing! (Yay for horizontal lines!) <br />
Of course, there's nothing we can really do about our height so at least we have to thank God there are so many clothes that allow us to illusionize / balance! After spending my high school years feeling all this awkwardness, I've finally grown to love my figure and proportion! You really have to appreciate yours, too, and think, what beautiful long legs or arms or torso you have. Never feel that just because the average people around you are shorter than you, there are no clothes to look good on you! Just choose the right ones and find the most comfortable you!! :)<br />
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Here's a BIG clue if you want something to remember by from this post, and that's---<strong><em>BIG things, shrink you. SMALL things, expand you.</em></strong> So if you are short and you have BIG objects on you (accessories or wide clothing) they will only make you look even smaller! Vice versa, if you are tall and you have SMALL objects on you, they will make you look bigger. So flip the two! ;)-And that's why I found my happiest resort for the summer! --- BIG TEES AND SHORTS / LEGGINGS WITH FLIP FLOPS / HIGH TOP SNEAKERS!! <br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><strong>PS:</strong> Sorry, I think I lied when I wrote in my first entry, that that was going to be my only longest post HAHA! Oh well, I guess I meant to say, it'll be my only boring-ist post. : D</span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><strong>PPS:</strong> This post was originally for those who have trouble accepting their height and need help on how to dress so they don't stand out like a giant, but as a natural, beautiful person. So if you actually love emphasizing the wonderful height and long limbs you have, then very good! Please don't feel insulted by this post-I am not trying to tell you to hide them! Haha ~ ^ o ^<br />
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[PHOTOS THAT ARE NOT FROM ME ARE FROM YESSTYLE.COM, FOREVER21.COM, AND CHARLOTTERUSSE.COM]</span></span>Ivy Wanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15630656080581975937noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1904032823004096898.post-5937043646097219802010-05-20T10:56:00.013-04:002010-06-15T22:24:18.019-04:00Why ICONscious?Hello, hello! First post here. So…<br />
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Why the name, ICONscious?</span><br />
The name that originally came to me was actually “i-conscious”, short for “ivy-conscious”—as in this blog was going to be about the style that I love and infamously known to my family and close friends as “ivy style” (haha!). The letter “I” could also stand for the pronoun,“me” as in fashion is a very self-conscious topic. <br />
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But then the name became written as ICONscious, and I thought that made way more sense—to be iconically conscious is also what fashion is all about! So now, the name has three different meanings. <br />
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<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><span style="font-size: large;">Why did I start this blog?</span></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">I really never thought of starting one! But as most of my friends and family may know, I am back home right now on a very important break before I return to school in New York so during this time I have here, I realized I do need a way to keep myself motivated and a way for me to keep my ideas running. </div><br />
<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">So I decided to give this blog a blind shot—hoping that it will help me in those ways. It'll be like keeping a fashion diary! (I should warn you though, if you are following this blog, that I can be very lazy sometimes ^^;; so hopefully, having viewers (and wanting to keep up with those goals I mentioned) will train me to be more responsible and active!) </div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">So you see, I am not commiting a how-to or a documentary for anyone unless you'd like me to, because I do not dare say that I am professional enough to guide anyone. And I will not be disappointed either if no one reads this because my goal is not to have X number of viewers but rather to simply share openly, my thoughts and what I find alluring, with my deepest and most sincere passion in the topic of fashion. ---So view and comment as you like! I will be posting up more entries and pictures of what I've discovered in the past and recently, pretty soon! </div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div>Lastly, thanks a bunch for viewing! Please follow ICONscious if you like the topics I cover—Support me! =] (And please share with me your thoughts on my entries. I’d like to know what you think too!!)<br />
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