Category Archive for Fashion
Candy pink streaked hair: Harajuku Cute hairstyle! Dolce & Gabbana floral frames, Sunglasses Shop.
As winter fades, there’s a spring in my step. My lighthearted mood is matched by my new hair color: candy pink streaks!
This season, I’m gravitating to lighter colors and romantic styling.
White cat-eye shades: Dolce and Gabbana 6064 sunglasses, a gift from Sunglasses Shop
Dark purple scalloped coat: Anya Hindmarch (she makes an incredible Marie Antoinette purse!)
White lace dress: Liz Lisa (here are pics of the Hong Kong boutique. My dress is similar to this one by Dolce & Gabbana.)
I’ve dyed my hair all colors of the rainbow, except Barbie pink. To get this effect, my genius stylist (Isolde Semple) layered red-purple-pink shades of Joico K-Pak Color Intensity.
She was inspired by Valentine’s Day hues. I love the light to intense gradient; I’m not a fan of a single, all-over color.
We joked that I can still call this my natural color… the black underneath, at least!
I wanted a pair of white frames for some time, and fell for these Dolce and Gabbana sunglasses. The big cat-eye is flattering, and I like the floral detail on the side.
My shoes are older John Fluevogs, similar to the current Lily Darling heels.
Shh. I think I’m going to wear more outfits like this.
I refuse to be put in a category, even if it’s a positive one like Goth, or Harajuku style. For better or for worse, I won’t stop mixing styles and experimenting (as you saw in my recent Art Deco Miami posts).
Spring style tips? It’s a cliche, but timeless pieces are very much worth the investment. I got this coat and shoes about 7 years ago, and still wear them today. I’m sure it will be the same for my new designer sunglasses.
And I always advise getting your hair dyed professionally, especially if bleach is involved… too many people have ruined their hair by trying to DIY.
But overall, have fun. Play with fashion. Don’t be afraid to try something new.
How has your personal style evolved over the years? What hair colors and outfits have you dabbled in? You can see images of me throughout the years (and my various hairstyles) in this Photo Gallery.
PS: you’re welcome to Pin my pictures on Pinterest or any other sites, as long as you link back. I’m on Pinterest as “lacarmina”.
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Colorful skull murals & street art in Phoenix, Arizona. Windsor, Lux coffee, Barrio Cafe.
Ghostly kisses from Arizona! I enjoy “coolhunting” for alt culture in unexpected places, and AZ didn’t disappoint. There’s streetwise art here, and a hip cafe scene. Enjoy this photo diary from my Southwestern adventures.
The day began with lunch at Windsor, a bright and airy restaurant/bar in North Central Phoenix.
Still smiling over the No 99 cocktail (rum, aperol, fresh grapefruit, rhubarb bitters), and mixed grain salad (with black quinoa, house-smoked salmon).
Bunny top and scarf: Miffy fashion line from Hong Kong
Scalloped shorts: Hello Kitty KiLaRa collaboration, from Hong Kong
Shoes: Yosuke, from Marui One Shinjuku
Eyeballs purse: Izzue, Hong Kong
Sunglasses: gifted by Lumete
After, I went for coffee at the nearby Lux. The espresso’s strong, and the lattes are art.
Anime-pop paintings on the wall, mish-mash vintage furniture, and electro music make Lux a fun place to hang out.
Next, I drove to 16th Street (I recommend renting a car, as Phoenix is wide-spread). The front looks like a regular strip of road. But in the rear, there’s an explosion of colorful walls, like this skull-face by Lalo Cota and Breeze.
The murals envelop Barrio, the much-loved Mexican cafe of Chef Silvana Salcido Esparza. I didn’t have time for a meal, but it’s on my list for next time.
Ghosts of the Southwest.
The Day of the Dead motifs reminded me of my trip to Mazatlan, Mexico.
Arizona’s wonderful at supporting community arts. The nearby Latino Arts & Cultural Center has free admission.
I leave you with “Bienvenidos a Arizona” by Gennaro Garcia and DOSE, part of the Calle 16 project on 16th Street.
Do you like my Miffy outfit? Did you expect Phoenix to have magnificent murals like these?
Let me know what you think of my Arizona travel coverage. Coming up: print-making, monster theme restaurants, and Sedona aliens!
LA CARMINA
