Relief

I finally told my mother that I want to go to SCAD! I'm so happy that she supports my decision!

Lol now I don't have to pay for the rest of my application out of pocket.

I'm so excited!

The Big Misconception

So I've been keeping my aspirations to work in fashion quiet, simply because of the reactions I've received from people that THINK they know me.

People have told me that I'm too smart to work in fashion and that trying to obtain a job in the fashion world was the easy way out. I've been told that I'm lazy because I want to work in fashion. The last two comments are the most annoying and hurtful. From what I've seen so far, it's harder to obtain a job in fashion than most other fields. You have to work on drawing your designs, sewing them, and trying to network so that you can get your line out there. To say that someone is lazy because they genuinely want to work in fashion is barbaric. How am I too smart to work in fashion? Only stupid people are supposed to want to work in this industry?

Also I've been getting the everyone wants to work in fashion comments. *rolls eyes*. First, that has NOTHING to do with me. Secondly, this is my passion and I am willing to work hard and do almost anything it takes to make sure that I'm successful in this field. I'm not worried about what anybody else is doing. I'm just focusing on me.

Progress

As I've been a crappy blogger for a while now and been M.I.A., you guys have missed out on a lot. I said that I was going to be sharing my journey with you guys, so here it goes:

I recently styled a photoshoot with my friend Lataevia. They wanted to hire me to be their stylist for all their photoshoots but as I decided I didn't want to work with them, I politely declined. I've been an on-call wardrobe consultant for this really cool lady who has her own casting agency. She's going to be setting me up to be the stylist for the photoshoots for her models (which I'm seriously excited about!).

A model saw my designs (clothing) and some of my accessories and invited me to participate in this huge fashion show in March! Hopefully I can transfer my designs from paper to real life in time for the show.

I also was contacted by this lady (through a friend of mine) about styling a fashion show and supplying accessories for the show. This will be in the new year, so I'll have plenty of time to get the ideas out of my head and onto the models!

I have a new name for my budding line, Leather, Love & Lace.

I'll be setting up my website soon, and I'll feel ten times better about everything I'm doing.

I have two photoshoots for my accessory line coming up this upcoming year.

I have so many opportunities coming up. I'm grateful but it won't be enough until I'm complaining because someone always wants me to work with them. Photographers, models, other designers. I've been networking my butt off and I'm happy that I'm seeing results.

All this and I still haven't told my mom I want to transfer to art school for Fall Semester 2012. ._.

New Nail Color

This color is soooo pretty. It wasn't my first choice but it turned out great! It's a...sea foam green color. At first I was kind of iffy about using it because I didn't think that it was a fall color, but after a little bit of time I decided that it does have a "winter" air to it. Maybe I should change expand what my idea of a winter color is.

Live.Leather.Love.Lace.

A Leopard Doesn't Change Its Spots

Today I styled a photoshoot! I wanted a comfortable and chic outfit. One that would feel good, look good, and showcase my abilities. The tall heels (4"+) made  me feel not so teeny tiny among the models (I'm only 5'3!!!).

Headwrap: Forever 21
Shirt: Forever 21
Cardigan: Vintage
Shorts: Urban Outfitters
Tights: Urban Outfitters
Booties: Glaze
Bracelets & Watch: Vintage
Earrings: Forever 21

Trend Watch: Long-Sleeved Maxi Dresses

As my style continues to grow and evolve, I've been exploring different things. I've recently fallen in love with maxi && midi skirts. My closet has four or five pleated maxi skirts (including a white wool skirt that I completely adore!).

So imagine my surprise and delight when long-sleeved maxi dresses popped up on the scene. Especially after it took me two days to figure out how to wear my black spaghetti-strapped maxi dress. -__-

I like these. They come in simple colors and complex patterns. They're also made with different materials. Will you be adding a long-sleeved maxi dress to your closet?

Check out my favorite ones:

Free People Maxi Dress - $88.00

Splendid - $126.00

Twist & Tango- $231.80

ASOS Africa- $100

Rachel Pally - $269.00

Blue Velvet