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Friday, June 15, 2012

Friday Fun: Summer Festival Ready!

chicago summers by missrockcouture featuring a racerback shirt

My dear readers,

First and foremost, sorry for being MIA for such a long time. Since the last post, I’ve dealt with a loved one’s preparation for and recovery from surgery, a move halfway across the country from Los Angeles to Chicago, the drama of the move, and getting used to a new city. So I apologize for not updating more as everything was chaotic for the first few weeks here! But, this blog will be like a well-oiled machine now!

You'll be glad to know that I’m in love with Chicago. The weather doesn’t beat LA though, but I do love the people’s appreciation of good weather here. I’ve been enjoying numerous street fairs/festivals since the warm weather arrived. It’s a great way to mingle, discover the city, and have fun!

Well, here’s what I’ve been wearing lately! What are you doing this summer?

ps. Don't forget the sunscreen!

With hearts,

Janet

H&M racerback shirt

Wildfox couture Friday Night Shorts

Proenza Schouler PS1

Ray-Ban Wayfarers Matte Brown (the link is to a green one)

Eugenia Kim fedora

Madison Harding wedges

Nars Thakoon nail polish in Kollary

Kiehl's Super Fluid UV Defense SPF 50

Thursday, March 29, 2012

THURSDAY THROWDOWN: NOTORIOUS BIG x LANA DEL REY

NOTORIOUS BIG x LANA DEL REY by missrockcouture featuring dannijo jewelry

Alexander McQueen loose racerback tank top, £155
Sequin skirt, $120
Pamela Mann sheer black stocking, $14
Black heel sandals, $142
Jones New York gold plated jewelry, $50
Dannijo jewelry, $545
Ariella Collection faux pearl jewelry, $68
Tom Ford lip makeup, $48

I love love love mashups, especially when it involves Notorious B.I.G. This recent mashup of Lana del Rey and Notorious BIG, BORN READY TO DIE, is pretty good, but it can't beat the one with the xx from a while back... What's your favorite mashup?

Anyways, in the midst of listening away, I got inspired by what I'd wear if I'd ever go to a concert where these two would be performing...I know, impossible! I'm seriously in love with Dannijo's necklace...so statement and so colorful/whimsical. I'd definitely wear red lipstick if I'd ever meet Lana del Rey, which brings me to Tom Ford's lipstick in the perfect red shade. Enjoy the set!

Happy Listening!

With hearts,
Janet

Tuesday, March 27, 2012

LOOKBOOK: Purple Lipstick Inspiration

LOOKBOOK: Purple Lipstick Inspiration by missrockcouture featuring gold plated bangles

Au Jour Le Jour vintage shirt, £113
Mango leather jacket, £70
Lace shorts, $35
Alexander McQueen platform heels, $1,513
Elie Saab gold clutch, $857
Zadig Voltaire gold plated bangle, $1,680
Tom ford sunglasses, $390
Violent Lips lipstick, £11

I recently became a fan of purple lipstick. I was a little hesitant since my previous encounter was with a really purple shade that made me look very gothy and angry. I shied away instantly. However, I recently tried Clinique's a different grape and was pleasantly surprised. It's more of a berry shade that really looked natural on my lips, complemented my skin, and brightened my teeth. Did you know that purple shades of lipstick make your teeth brighter? Hooray for good news! Anyways, I love Clinique's take on purple and how the lipstick also makes my lips feel moisturized and was just the perfect amount of creaminess. LOVE! Anyways, here's what I'd wear with purple lipstick! Would you wear purple lipstick?

Happy Purple!

With hearts,
Janet

Monday, March 26, 2012

How to wear NEON

How to wear NEON by missrockcouture featuring long sleeve tops

So this spring's trends seem to include neons, perforated design, and pastels.

Here's two great casual looks that encompass the trends. The striped pink Sonia Rykiel top is perforated and neon. It also looks utterly comfortable. I'm also loving the Gorjana accessories like their bracelets and neon clutch. Proenza Schouler outdid itself with the coral PS1. It's GORGEOUS. I'm totally in love with Wildfox Couture so I couldn't pass up including the cute sweater.

Happy Neons!

With hearts,
Janet

Sonia by Sonia Rykiel long sleeve top, £249
Wildfox Couture neon shirt, €145
Black legging, $36
J Brand skinny jeans, £220
Giuseppe Zanotti stiletto heels, $556
Zara high heels, $90
Proenza Schouler leather handbag, $1,225
Gorjana leather jewelry, $175
Gorjana leather wrap bracelet, $55
Gorjana leather jewelry, €45
Amos, $170
Amos, $170

Saturday, March 24, 2012

Flashback to the 90's

Flashback to Elementary School by missrockcouture featuring floral shirts

I recently thought back to elementary school and somehow felt like I had more style back then. Weird.

Anyways, I remember playing dodgeball in overalls and this minty floral tank top. The best part of the outfit were the shoes. They were saddle shoes that perfectly match poodle skirts of the sixties. Now this was the nineties before you all worry that this blog is written by a senior citizen. These shoes had chunky heels and I can't believe fifth graders were allowed to wear them. It was really the first time I loved fashion, realizing how many girls showed up the next day with shoes like mine.

So, I set out to recreate this outfit and updated the overall to a clean modern jumpsuit. I paired them with friendship bracelets, which are making a huge comeback. And the outfit wouldn't be complete with an updated version of those saddle shoes!

So, what's your favorite outfit flashback?

With hearts,
Janet

Floral shirt, $60
Zero Maria Cornejo jumpsuits and romper, $395
Mango one piece jumpsuit, £50
Manolo Blahnik high heel sandals, $945
Lauren Ralph Lauren pointed toe high heels, $98
Friendship bracelet, $28
Bex Rox magnetic jewelry, £45
ASOS beaded jewelry, $21

Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Inspired: Death From Above 1979

inspired: death from above 1979 by missrockcouture featuring helmut lang jacket

Helmut lang jacket, $227
Tsumori Chisato jersey knit pants, $265
Dr. Martens wedge heel boots, $100
Wildfox Couture vintage style ring, $75
The Row square frame sunglasses, $390
Tom Ford lip makeup, $48
Essie nail polish

My best friend introduced me to Death From Above 1979 when we were in high school and the Canadian band was already defunct. This band is like a louder, grungier version of the black keys. Essentially, they are super awesome. I can't believe that I listened to this band while studying for midterms in college. It's perfect for tuning out the world.

Anyways, the boys got back together for SXSW last year, causing a RIOT. Still inspired by their music (listening to them as I write this), here's an outfit inspired by them.

Happy listening!

With hearts,

Janet

image via awmusic.ca

Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Lacy Inspirations

I was really inspired by this picture of Taiwanese actress/singer Ella Chen covered with black lace. It's super pretty, evokes that same matador image from miumiu's campaign, and somehow seems so fierce! Love it!

With hearts,
Janet

Lacy Inspirations by missrockcouture featuring boatneck tops

Prada silk dress, £1,550
Lace tank, $17
Pringle of Scotland boatneck top, $154
Oscar de la Renta lace skirt, £1,189
Jason Wu floral print shorts, $795
Sam Edelman high heel pumps, $124
Alexander McQueen stiletto boots, £595
Valentino studded handbag, £899
Nina Ricci lace handbag, $1,650
Alexander mcqueen clutch, $525
Dolce Gabbana zipper wallet, $725
Effy Collection white gold earrings, $675
Chanel glass necklace

Saturday, March 17, 2012

Weekend Lookbook: St. Patty

St Patty LookBook by missrockcouture featuring zippered tote bags

Madewell top, $35
Current/Elliott cropped jeans, $185
Chloé zippered tote bag, $2,695
Elizabeth and James knuckle ring, $275
Elizabeth and James drop earrings, $175
Yves Saint Laurent lipstick, $32
Ruthie davis shoes

Happy St. Patty's, everyone! Today, everybody's blessed with the luck of the Irish, so how about putting some gold into your look. No more worrying about tracking down leprechauns! I loved The Beauty Department's gold leaf manicure tutorial and it's absolutely PERFECT for St. Patty!

Eat, drink, be merry AND STAY SAFE!

With hearts,
Janet

Friday, March 16, 2012

Inspired: Yeasayer

Inspired by Yeasayer by missrockcouture featuring skull jewelry

Music has pretty much been playing in the background of everyday of my life. This soundtrack has changed its course so many times but Yeasayer will always be one of my favorite bands. It's original, the lyrics are beautiful, and there is just something artistic and real about their performance. Anyways, this outfit is inspired by the group. From their album design and stage persona, comes these badass supernova embossed shorts and Betsey Johnson's almost dragonfly wing appearing boots. The bag and coat is totally from the music. And hence a revelation, I think that Mary Katrantzou's coat is the total perfect embodiment of what Yeasayer would be, in coat form. Yes, that's a pretty weird statement.

So check out this video: (LOVE IT!)

#87.1 - YEASAYER - No need to worry / Redcave by lablogotheque
#87.2 - YEASAYER - 2080 by lablogotheque

Happy Listening!

With hearts,
Janet

Saturday, March 10, 2012

Inspirational beauty

It's the weekend. FINALLY! I've been obsessing and stressing over so many things. With the weekend here, I can finally unwind, contemplate, and plan anew. I found some of the most inspirational quotes and wanted to write them here, for some perspective. So here I go!

1. The best advice that I love is of course from my mom. Moms are never ever wrong. She tells me to spend a few minutes smiling in the mirror each morning. Now that absolutely sounds crackpot insane right? Not really. I love putting my best face forward, starting each day positive and happy, and making the prospect of a new blank day absolutely exciting.

2.

Smiling: It’s the best face-lift. Young girls should know that you age into the face that you make. So if you complain and frown a lot, it will show up later. If you smile a lot, your face will be beautiful as you age.

- Diane von Furstenberg
Via Elle
This relates a bit to #1 but just mostly resonates with me because I love smiling. It's one of the best things you can do for yourself and the people around you!

3.

Working out is modern couture. No outfit is going to make you look or feel as good as having a fit body. Buy less clothing and go to the gym instead.

- Rick Owens
Via Details
I mostly interpreted this to essentially be comfortable in your skin. It's certainly motivating me to be the healthiest possible because clothes don't define us, we define our clothes. No matter what killer outfit you're dressed in, it's just a limp pile of fabric unless you're absolutely confident. It's all about that inner swag.

So go out there and rest away this weekend. Smile :)

With hearts,
Janet

Thursday, March 8, 2012

SXSW 2012: let the music beat through your heart all weekend long

SXSW 2012 by missrockcouture featuring cotton skirts

Wildfox Couture graphic tank
$87 - coggles.com

Long top
€35 - placedestendances.com

Wildfox Couture cotton skirt
$123 - wildfoxcouture.com

H&M denim jean shorts
£20 - hm.com

Jeffrey Campbell suede lace up boots
£100 - harveynichols.com

Olsenboye back pack bag
$30 - jcpenney.com

Wildfox Couture chain jewelry
$138 - asos.com

ASOS wide brim fedora hat
$45 - asos.com

Olsenboye plastic sunglasses
$15 - jcpenney.com

Sun care
$25 - walgreens.com

Shop Women's Sandals > Roxy Tide Sandals - Women's at Jacks Surfboards
$22 - jackssurfboards.com

Too Hop to Handle Water Bottle
$23 - modcloth.com

It's always be a dream of mine to go to all the summer music festivals. But alas each time I make plans, something always come up. But my best friend is going to finally make it to Coachella this year. I'm so excited to live vicariously through her. First on the festival lineup: SXSW! I wish I were able to go! I'd love to see Theophilus London and miniature tigers!

Anyways, I decided to style the perfect outfit to wear to SXSW.

With hearts,
Janet

Tuesday, March 6, 2012

Goldfish Inspired

Goldfish Inspired by polkadotcouture featuring yellow tops

I was following my usual morning routine, which includes feeding these little goldfishes that live in a pond and cleaning their humble little abode. Amidst my little task, I spied upon this little goldfish choking on an earthworm. I don’t know about you, but that grossed me out so much. The little dude just swam around with half a worm sticking out of his mouth. Anyways, that might’ve been a little too much information…but in the end, my fearless mom pulled the fish out of the water, pulled out that worm, and tossed him back in. He was dandy and none the wiser. But, I became inspired by the goldfish, with his silvery and deep reddish orange scales and total fluid grace in the water. Anyways, those inspirations of gold and glimmer led me to create this sets featuring two outfits for two different occasions using the versatile color that everybody looks good in. Besides, spring is already here and this color works incredibly well. The first look is perfect for a picnic with friends while the second is for a soiree at night that might require a more pulled together look. Being able to use one color scheme for a whole day chock full of activities just makes everything a bit easier.