to make... eventually

1. macarons
2. brioche
3. creme brulee
4. gnocchi
5. fresh pasta
6. flan
7. fritatta
8. churro
9. croissants
10. sourdough bread
11. marshmallows
12. rugelach
13. mochi
14. bagels
15. buttercream
16. pretzels
17. wedding cake
18. bread pudding
19. ice cream
20. risotto
21. doughnuts
22. scones
23. apple butter
24. butter
25. cheese
26. legit turnovers
27. madeleines
28. falafel
29. paella
30. waffles
31. preserves/marmalade
32. hummus
33. popovers
34. puff pastry

eh, a bit ambitious...
(updated 8/28/2013)

the ideal life

i want this book. in its pages is the story of the life i want to live.

goin' on my christmas list for this year.

pretty much the awesomest things ever

paper dress

how to make a birdcage dress (because you know you've always wanted to when you see it looks like this)

impressive ads

a library to rival the Beast's

i want a pre-fab house!

when you can't skip anymore classes in the morning...

spock ear earrings. 'nuff said.

white

marchesa
absolutely in love. the way the fabrics drape across the human frame is extraordinary. if I ever had to walk the red carpet, I would wear Marchesa

Manish Arora

My new discovery, and he has some pretty amazing designs. My favorite collections of his are the S/S 07 and A/W 08-09. Each outfit in the collection obviously draws from the same inspiration, but brings something new to the table. Not to mention the hair and makeup complement the outfits superbly.
Here are some of his designs:


Ready-to-Wear Autumn-Winter 2008-9


Look it's Mickey Mouse!
Love the Genghis Khan strong warrior style.
oh, and can't forget the mask. Love the face mask.


Maybe it's just a coincidence, but the swaying ponytail adds so much more to the character. It's like an action shot.


Absolutely gorgeous. and definitely wearable in normal life.
Ready-to-Wear Spring-Summer 2007


Love the peacock detailing on the shoulders. like epaulets!


speechless


Luxurious fabrics
Ready-to-Wear Autumn-Winter 2006-7


Just look at that skirt...

I am falling in love.

redone wishlist!

(once again in no particular order...)

sleigh bells are ringing by ttlyzonedout featuring American Eagle Outfitters

1. mugs. great for cold winter days. pier1
2. tea-for-one set. absolutely adorable. anthropologie
3. little birch jewelry stand. beautiful and functional. urbanoutfitters (has amazing decor stuff. in love.)
4. paper lantern. complements my bedding! pier1
5. peacoat. omg it's purple. ae
6. silver ballet flats. who doesn't want/need these? toryburch
7. sewing machine. it's portable for heaven's sake. urbanoutfitters.
8. boyfriend blazer. this might be the only thing i actually need (and want!). oldnavy
9. ring. statement jewelry. 'nuff said. forever21
10. little black dress. plus a kabam of color equals amazing. modcloth
11. cardigan. one can never have too many of these. ae
12. cutout heels. stylish with tights. piperlime

plus, houseplant, ear piercings, tights, leg warmers, christmas lights, skinny/straight jeans, apron, and more boots!

Now playing: Doesn't Mean Anything by Alicia Keys (coolest see-through piano ever!)

a brief update on life

I've decided to quit ballroom dancing. Not exactly my choice; my new job conflicts with dance class pretty regularly, and I've been stressing out about not having a partner so it didn't make me happy anymore. ah. oh well. That's life, I suppose. I'm going to keep my shoes though. Don't know when I'll ever wear them, unless I go to a social dance. That's a good idea. I'll keep them for that.