Teen Vogue Fashion University: My AMAZING Experience! (Day 1)

Ok so I know I've been lacking on my posts here but I have some amazing news- I attended Teen Vogue Fashion University 2013! I had SO MUCH FUN, and didn't want to leave...talk about an amazing experience! Although I arrived on thursday, I did most of my exploring on Friday with my roommates. And unfortunately I didn't have my camera with me that day so I missed out on taking tons of beautiful pictures at the Express kickoff event (I was so upset) but I got a few...

I've been to NY 4 times now, and I think everyone who's interested in fashion, sewing or project runway has wanted to stop in Mood- so we went in for a quick tour. Fabrics from wall to wall, oh my goodness.

NOTE: Another unfortunate moment, we didn't have time to go back to our room so I had to stay in my "running around the city in leather leggings, free-runs and an oversized sweater" outfit-ugh. But some guy at the event did compliment my outfit lol--as you can guess, I was the only one wearing athletic footwear, but it was fashion forward with my fringed leather bag.

Lets just talk about how I met Andrew Bevan...........yes THE ANDREW BEVAN- aka the amazing Style Features Director for Teen Vogue . It's so unreal, we got to chat for like 10-15 min about random things like how he almost went to UVA (since I'm from Virginia) and how we should take a "serious pic, then act like Asian tourists!" in his exact words. I really appreciate how he connected with each and everyone of us at the event. Seriously he had a conversation with everyone that came up to him!

Trend Alert: Track Soles

From top left: Zara Wood and Leather Sandal | Prada Napa Triple-Strap Ankle Boot | Zara Leather Track Ankle Boot | Zara Combination Track Ankle Boot | To Be Announced Erma Loafer

Fashion Week SS14 Favorites

I'm ashamed to say that this time around I have not been totally immersed in to fashion week like i usually am due to school work starting to pile up, however I have taken some time out of my last few days to look at some collections. I'm already excited for spring forgetting that fall is around the corner, but fashion week has a way of doing that to us. Here's a look at some of my favorites

3.1 Phillip Lim

Opening Ceremony

Derek Lam

Alexander Wang

Um what?! Dying at these collections. As far as my style, these designers hit the nail on the head- masculine tailored pants and bermuda shorts, hard lines with sexy silhouettes and oversized oversized OVERSIZED. I see many budget saving DIYs in my future. Specifically the A. Wang wrap shirt in the first picture- oh MY.

-R.

Few of My BTS Wants and Needs Pt.1

As summer officially ends for me, I can't help but be excited about all the new things I want in my wardrobe for the season changes soon. This is just a quick glimpse into what I'm all about for the summer transition to fall.

Time away with the thrift to play!

I've been gone for a few weeks due to my intense focus on my summer course-work and final, which payed off considering I got a B in my class-YAY! Anyways I've been thinking about fall and my birthday for months and decided to start stocking up my fall/winter/back to school wardrobe. Every blog and website I've been on has some sort of plaid obsession and rightfully so. I have been on the hunt for a traditional tartan plaid shirt since mid June (one thats reasonably priced of course). Yes they're everywhere online, but I'm that person that only shops online if its free shipping sooooo to the thrift store I went. Not only did I find plaid but I found the perfect red 'almost muscle tee', baggy jeans to turn into boyfriend and a new denim jacket, considering I've somehow misplaced mine. But the best part of this is the fact that I only spent............wait for it..............................just under $15. That's right! I almost can't believe it myself, just my luck that one of my favorite thrift stores has all clothes for $1 for the month of August, can you say shopping every week?! 'Cause I sure will be.

 2 Pairs of Shorts and 2 Pairs of Pants

 'Almost Muscle Tee' and 3 Plaid Button Ups

Bill Bass Jean Jacket

TOTAL= $14.80 ish 

Fancy Footwork

Shoes: Kimchi Blue (no longer available) | Pants: Old Navy

Just a little glimpse of my stroll to class today at uni sporting my favorite summer flatforms. 

September Wish List!

How cute is this little set I whipped together today?! I've been on the hunt for overalls and these Zara heels (but they're no longer available wahhh). I can always get a similar look together, good this thing is for september..I WILL have this outfit!