Chanel stripes.

Brown Urban Outfitters hat (similar here), Gray Forever 21 stripe top (similar here), White Zara skirt, Brown Tory Burch satchel via Silver and Plum, Gold vintage Chanel brooch, Nude Zara sandal heels, Arm candy: Silver cross bracelet c/o Mimi Boutique, Gold arrow ring via Crossroads Trading.

If I had a go-to comfy outfit, this probably would be it -- a casual tee, crossbody bag, sandal heels (given its 3 inches) ;), a cool hat.  All the factors scream my wardrobe.  At the moment this new Zara skirt I got, I am obsessssed (words can't describe how happy I was when I found it!).  I love how it has that small detail of the asymmetrical hem.

Hope you lovelies have been doing well!  We're almost to Friday and I can't wait for the weekend.  This week has been seriously the longest, but getting back into the groove of things.  This weekend celebrating with one of my girlfriends her bday at Rotunda/shopping, then Sunday is Father's Day! Time flies. We're planning on hiking in Napa, can't wait for family bonding time :).

xo,

Kathleen

Polka dot denim.

Blue Viva Vena! shirt dress via Nordstrom Savvy Depart., Gold necklace via Etsy, Arm candy: Brown c/o Jeweliq fox bracelet, Brown gifted Buy Love Give Love 'LOVE' bracelet, Brown Zara heels, Brown Rebecca Minkoff Mini Mac.

I recently visited the Nordstrom Savvy department, and can I just say, never have I came across a place I felt so home when looking for clothes that fit my style...I finally did there!  And the sales rack is amazing -- I found this gorgeous Viva Vena! shirt dress there, very my style with the button up blouse top part, and a pretty denim and polka dot pattern.  I decided to keep it casual and comfy with this outfit -- dark browns with the bracelets and trusty Zara sandal heels.  And adding some gold touches with this pretty LOVE bracelet from Buy Love Give Love and my social media handle necklace.

Hope you lovelies are having a great week so far! So happy the end of the week is coming close..I am very very ready for the weekend (as usual, it's been a longg week where rest is much needed!).

xo,

Kathleen

Vidal Sassoon x Chictopia: "Show Your Genius" - Look 2: Sweet Glam

Second up to this Vidal Sassoon x Chictopia series, 
"Sweet Glam, Night Out" Look

White Agaci polka dot dress, Red c/o Hobo International 'Zara' clutch, Tan c/o Steve Madden MARLENEE heels.

Here, I used these Vidal Sassoon products:

1) Vidal Sassoon MOISTURE One Minute Mask

2) Vidal Sassoon REPAIR Heat & Protect Shine Spray

3) Vidal Sassoon EXTRA FIRM HOLD Hairspray

I wanted to have more fun with this look and was kind of inspired by (everyone's new fave movie) The Great Gatsby along with beachy hippie hair ;).  And having short hair, I love curling it and having it reminiscent of those flapper girl 1920's hair styles.  The hippie vibe came from creating the side braids.
In other words, Hippie meets Gatsby.

First, I used the Vidal Sassoon MOISTURE One Minute Mask, after applying to damp hair and combing through in the shower, I rinsed it thoroughly.  After, I applied the Vidal Sassoon REPAIR Heat & Protect Shine Spray all over the ends before applying any heat to my hair.  Right after blow drying, my hair felt so silky and soft, I could run my hand through it without any tangles.  I then started to curl my hair alternating between inward and outward curls for volume.  After each curl, I also applied the Vidal Sassoon EXTRA FIRM HOLD Hairspray which held the curls tightly without any frizzy hair as well.  Next the curls helped to create the braids and hold them together too -- ended it off with tying them to the back with a little clip.

After styling my hair with curls all over, I decided to style it with a sweet party night out outfit.  This white polka dot dress from Agaci was perfect for the hair style I created.  Both the polka dot dress and curly hair were perfect for a sweet yet glam night look.

If you haven't yet, enter Vidal Sassoon's fun contest HERE -- share your own hair style look and be entered to win one of many prizes, $1,000 to complete your look, and a year's supply of Vidal Sassoon Pro Series!  Also, feel free to check out my Chictopia posts on the series as well here.

Hope you lovelies enjoyed this two-part post!  My very first set of beauty-meets-fashion posts :).
Keep inspiring Beautifuls!
xo,
Kathleen

Vidal Sassoon x Chictopia: "Show Your Genius" - Look 1: Sleek Chic

Blue floral blouse tank top via Crossroads Trading, White c/o GUESS rhinestone necklace, Ivory vintage Chanel crossbody purse, Light blue HM skinny jeans, White Tildon heels.

I'm so excited to share with you lovelies my first beauty-meets-fashion post on Inspirafashion!  

I recently was asked by Vidal Sassoon x Chictopia to participate in their campaign called "Show Your Genius."  Here, I was able to show my creative side with unique hair style creations using Vidal Sassoon products.

Also, I've entered Vidal Sassoon's fun contest on their Facebook, be sure to enter too HERE lovelies!  You can share your own hair style look and be entered to win one of many prizes, $1,000 to complete your look, and a year's supply of Vidal Sassoon Pro Series!  Also, feel free to check out my Chictopia posts on the series as well here.

I've always loved creating different hair styles especially when I had longer hair, but now having shorter hair, it was a fun and new experience creating different hair styles.

I decided it'd be fun to show a bit variety by creating two different hair style looks -- one as a casual daytime look and the other for night or going out.  Hope you liked the first part of this series!

First up, "Sleek Chic and 'Faux' Side-Swept" Look

I decided to use these three products from Vidal Sassoon's Pro Series:

1) VS Moisture Lock Shampoo

2) VS Moisture Lock Conditioner

3) VS Mega Firm Hold Gel

After washing my hair with Vidal Sassoon's Moisture Lock shampoo and conditioner, my hair felt super soft, and fresh and clean.  After, I did a quick blow dry using a round brush. I usually have blunt straight across bangs, so I thought it'd be hard to have "faux" side-swept bangs.  But with the help of Vidal Sassoon's Mega Firm Hold Gel, they were manageable and held my bangs to the side after applying the product and sweeping the bangs to the side with a small tooth comb.  Not to mention, the product smells SO GOOD.  I think I'd compare it to sweet candy or a mix of floral scents.

With this Casual straight hair style, I decided to keep it simple and style a pretty floral printed blouse from Crossroads Trading with high-waisted jeans, along with all white accessories: rhinestone necklace, Chanel purse, and sleek pointy white heels.

Hope you enjoyed the first look :).  Stay tuned for part 2 this week!  The second look I created as a "Glam" hair style you can wear on a night-out.

Hope you're having a great week Beautifuls!

xo,

Kathleen

Easy breezy.

White Urban Outfitters kimono top (similar here), Brown Brandy Melville dress (similar here), Tan Rebecca Minkoff mini Mac, Black Steve Madden 'Realove' sandal heels.

Quick outfit post of comfy elements and an easy breezy look for warmer days we've been having in the bay area.  I love wearing loose & sheer flowy pieces for this type of weather.  Accessories include RM mini mac and sleek Steve Madden Realove heels.

Surprisingly I think this is the first time really I wore my hair straight in a while. It's getting so long...thinking of maybe growing it out again? I constantly go through this phase of being bored with my hair ;P.

Hope you lovelies are doing well!  Can you believe it's May already?! Just last year this time I graduated from UC Berkeley. Time flies like crazy..which is why I try to take to heart the quote "Life is not measured by the number of breaths you take, but by every moment that takes your breath away." 

xo,

Kathleen

Cotton candy.

Purple blouse via Crossroads Trading, Gold vintage Chanel pin, Pink American Apparel high-waisted shorts, Ivory vintage Chanel purse, Arm candy: gifted Free bracelet from BCBGeneration, Gold armor ring via Crossroads Trading, Tan Zara sandals.

Besides mixing prints, I have this never ending love for mixing fun colors -- this particular purple and pink combo always reminds me of cotton candy, or even that watermelon candy (my favorite). Accessorizing probably is my favorite part in creating outfits.  I love how this blouse from Crossroads Trading comes with a chain connecting the collar -- an instant necklace. To add to it as well, I placed my gold vintage Chanel pin as a sort of bow-tie.  And introducing another new shoe to add to my zara collection, meet these pretty nude/white sandals (reminiscent of Chloe's I am dying for).  I thank Zara to fulfill my love for cray expensive shoes.

Hope you have a great start of your week lovelies! I'm loving how it's getting to 90 degrees in the bay area this week. FINALLY sun and warm weather.

xo,

Kathleen

Inspirafashion x LAST NIGHT Dress Giveaway!

Neon green c/o LAST NIGHT 'Key West' dress, White c/o GUESS rhinestone necklace, Ivory vintage Chanel bag, Rings via Crossroads Trading, White Tildon heels.

This dress has all the features I love: bright color, mini length and cut-outs.  Among the dress collection at LAST NIGHT, I was most intrigued by this one.  I can't wait to wear this beauty out for parties.  Accessorized the dress with all white items -- rhinestone necklace, trusty vintage Chanel purse, and my new fave babies aka white Tildon heels.

Excited about this post as well! I'm hosting a giveaway with LAST NIGHT!!  Their online store and dress collection is seriously addicting and all perfect for parties, events, and girls night outs ;).  

LAST NIGHT is giving Inspirafashion readers a chance to win one LAST NIGHT dress of your choice!

For fun as well, I chose 3 of my other fave dresses so far on their shop. Good luck babes and have a great rest of the week!! xo

From left to right: Freeway dress, Paisley dress, Stingray dress.

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