Long time no see?

Blogger, blogger, blogger. Six months and twenty-two days have gone by! I've missed you so... but so many things have happened since my departure (good things might I add (; ). From now on I want this blog to be more than just about my outfits and fashion, I want it to be about my life and the things and people that I love and cherish. So without further ado here are a few pictures from the past six months...


Apparently I kick ass at BINGO!


I am so thankful for such great friends. (FIDM represent)


I adore the Fall season. I mean... look at the beautiful colors!


My sister and myself spend WAY too much time at Disneyland. (Premium pass all the way)


Ever since these babies have left the house, my house sounds like a library.


Life is so beautiful.


I highly recommend going to the Wiltern for a concert. Breathtaking.


My heart sank when I found out that my doggies escaped! Thank goodness we found them, though (:


Never go to an aquarium without a camera. I repeat. Never go to an aquarium without a camera.


I don't think I could ever leave California. The sunshine is so uplifting and contagious.


My first Chanel purchases. I was such a happy girl that day! Thanks tia (:


I was so tempted to steal this and frame it and put it in my room. Curiouser and curiouser.


The two in the back... they're my everything.


I have become obsessed with curling my hair. Shirley Temple anyone?


Good-bye February!

Currently jamming to: Keep Holding On - The Cast of Glee

Just Some XY Chromosomes.

What do you get when you go to a concert with crazy moms, psycho kiddies, and virgin boys? The Jonas Brothers concert (or as I like to call them, the JoBroHoes). I was a little hesitant to attend this concert but let me tell you these boys definitely know how to put on a good show. From 360 turns, to a strobe light atmosphere, to a series of larger than life platforms, to a trampoline on stage, to some pretty handsome band members (; , this is what you'll experience at their concert. Not only was the concert a hit but I was so overjoyed to see my little sister have the time of her life (they are her favorite band & are all she ever talks about) (:

So I leave you with a few of my favorite moments that I was able to capture...

(Vintage blazer, NY&C dress, Converse shoes, Target leggings)

Currently jamming to:  Much Better - The Jonas Brothers

Embrace What Yo Mama Gave Ya.

All I have to say is love the way you are. Whether your short, tall, thin, curvy, shy, or outgoing. Embrace what you've got and show it to the world. Never let someone change who you are... because in the end you will be the one person who is there for yourself. I can vouch for that statement.

As I say to my girls... "Work it! Twirk It!"

P.S. Got a little fancy-shmancy for a party this past weekend. Danced and laughed all night (:

(Jones New York dress, Boutique Nordstrom heels, Goodwill clutch)

Currently jamming to: Walking on Snow - Jordin Sparks

Here We Go Again.

So just a little update about escuela (school)... it's going great! So far so good. Met some genuinely nice girls, I have some of the funniest and most interesting professors, and Financial Accounting and myself are starting to become the best of friends (it's probably the hardest subject to comprehend). If I don't say so myself I think I'm doing a pretty darn good job of being on top of things and not procrastinating! Gold star sticker anyone? (:

On a side note... Ever tried to rid yourself from something or someone? Knowing that something or someone isn't good for ya? I guess they're like candy, the doctor says you shouldn't have any, it's bad for your health, but it tastes too good to just give up.

I think I'm craving for somethin' sweet. UH-OH!

(F21 blouse, Target tank, Charlotte Russe jeans, Heels from Nordstrom)

Currently jamming to: Falling Over Me - Demi Lovato

Flashin' Lights.

Greetings fashionistas(os)! It's been too long... and I have a darn good reason for being M.I.A. Thanks to SCHOOL I've been a busy bee and have totally put off bloggin' for two weeks!

Can I just say that Business Management is totally different from Fashion Design... NO JOKE. I miss draping, art history, carrying around a crap load of patterns/muslin/sketching pads/my HUGE portfolio, and my friends! It's no fun carrying around a bag full of books. BLAH. Not to mention that I don't know a single soul.

I guess what I'm trying to get at is that it's going to be difficult to start all over and make new friends. Everyone faces obstacles in life. This is my obstacle at the moment... that I'm gonna face and get over (:

What are some obstacles that you are facing today?  

P.S.  These photos are from when I went to Vegas :D this past weekend.

(Target dress, Target leggings, Kohl's necklace, Sandals from Argentina, Ecko leather bag)

Currently jamming to: Boston - Augustana

So Surreal.

For some reason it's hard for me to write this blog entry. I don't know what to write. How to express my feelings. But, yesterday as I was walking to the subway station I called my mom to see how she was and she told me that Michael Jackson had passed away. My jaw dropped. I stopped walking. I was speechless.

I think he is the GREATEST performer of all time. No one could move like him, had so much soul and passion like him, or could write UH-mazing music like him. You can't help but smile and do a little move when you hear his music; for his music is contagious. I remember when I was 11 years old driving in the car with my dad and all of a sudden this song came blasting on and my dad couldn't stop singing along...it was Michael's song Rock With You. I'll never forget that day when I was introduced to Michael Jackson.

What I'm trying to get at is how fast one can leave the world. We never thought that Michael would leave the world like this, at this age or at this point in time of his career. It just comes to show that we should live every day like it is our last and to always cherish and keep loved ones close.

"If u enter this world knowing you are loved & you leave this world knowing the same, then everything that happens in between can be dealt with" 

-Michael Jackson.

RIP Michael Jackson.

(Vintage blazer, F21 t, Charlotte Russe jeans, Target flats, F21 necklace)

Currently jamming to: Rock With You - Michael Jackson

Class of 2009.

Yesterday was the celebration for the accomplishment of what I have worked hardest for in my life! It was the celebration for completing projects that seemed impossible, the countless all-nighters I had to pull, the cutting, sewing, and sweat and tears, the commuting, meeting the most talented and most amazing people, being emotionally drained every day, but most of all doing what I absolutely love to do and was born to do, Fashion Design.

Yesterday, I was thinking about how far I've come. I remember my first day at FIDM, I didn't know how to sew, sketch a 9-head croquis, make patterns, or know the difference between satin and sateen. I was young, naive, irresponsible, and a wallflower. After completing 2 grueling years of Fashion Design I feel like I have blossomed... into a more confident, mature, outgoing, and self-driven young lady. Without my family, friends, classmates, teachers, God, and the belief in myself, I wouldn't be the person that I am today. Now I feel like, scratch that, KNOW that I was put on this planet to DESIGN! It truly is the best feeling to know who you are as a person and know what you are meant to do in this world(:

Congratulations FIDM Class of 2009!

Here are just a few more pictures from graduation:

Inside the Staples Center


Jessica & Amber(:
Cap & Gown
My mentor, inspiration, and the reason why I love Fashion:  My Grandma<3
The people who kept me going:  My family!
My favorite part of my outfit:  My cap that I rhinestoned the hell out!

(Macy's dress, Macy's cardigan, Nine West heels)

Currently jamming to: Why Not - Hilary Duff