Babydoll

Over the weekend I went on a date, and on a "normal" day I would make fun of everything that went wrong...but ever since the rumored apocalypse is approaching I'm forced into being optimistic and passionately enjoy every. single. moment. of my life. This time I was genuinely happy to go the theatre and watch a film. It wasn't an art house film or a thought provoking documentary, instead I decided to join the masses and watch Suckerpunch. And while my guy enjoyed the crotch shots, short skirts, and visual effects, I was mesmerize with the make-up action that was on film. Most noticeably their gorgeous long eye-lashes.

Fake eye-lashes aren't just for movie/porn stars anymore. Adding a pair of falsies can help you feel fabulous on days that you don't necessary have much time. Though they look great with heavy eye-makeup, pairing up the falsies with a fresh faced look can help you achieve an enhanced "natural" beauty look. Take cue from models, Cindy and Shannon.

Cindy

Cindy looks Mad Men-esque with a fresh faced look, light lip gloss and a set of heavy and big falsies. Perfect for day and night!

Shannon

Even hippies can enjoy falsies. A truly natural look can be slightly enhanced with a set of medium size lashes. The benefit of a simple make-up look, is it allows you to play up your accessories. Like a nose ring or putting a feather in your hair.

Tip: Since your first experiences on eyelashes won't be easy, practice on cheap eye-lashes. (Usually sold for $2 at "Fashion Island" or "Fashion 24" stores. (YOU KNOW WHAT STORES I'M TALKING ABOUT!!!)

What do you think about fake eyelashes? Too much or too fabulous?

(Images via: Warner Bros. Studio press, Rafael Cardenas x Rose Bow Fashion)

Soñando Despierta//Daydreaming...

Braids//Twist hair

Wooden chunky clogs

:Le Fin:

For the past week I’ve been daydreaming of the most random things like pastries, nature, Dior-not to mention I have also been secretly wishing I would bump into Samantha Brown at a Target store. There she would offer me a job as her co-host/wingwoman. 

 *A girl can dream*

But the reality is...dreams don't come true, the only thing that is left from them are un-tangible memories. And while most discard those memories, i have used them for inspiration for a photoshoot.

Model Cindy: An oversized sheer sweater looks great against the sunshine rays of the Cali skies. One can balance the the huge sweater with small denim shorts.  And to create non-stop legs add some chunky wooden heels.  


Model Shannon: A flowing white tunic tied down with a brown belt, creates a hippie meets J.Lo  mash-up. And to finish it off some chunky-wooden clogs to stay true to the hippie 60's clog. 

Both these outfits can be used in several different occasions. A movie date with that one guy that said he would call but never did, girl's night out, and even in dreams.

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(Photographer: Rafa Cardenas//MODELS: Shannon Slettedahl & Cindy Pak//Creative Director/Stylist:Rose Bow Fashion+++Locations: Sunny Southern Califas ) 

Guess I got my Swagga back...

It's so *good* to have good friends...but it's even better to have good friends with a camera and a passion for the aesthetically pleasing. Meet my friend Rafa-the mastermind behind the EastsiderWriter.com. A daily photo blog that captures life in Los Angeles through the eyes of a bohemian soul.

I always wanted to style a fashion shoot, and commented this to Rafa a while back. So we finally decided to get together and work on our very own first fashion photo shoot. Our inspiration was DTLA, and the modern city girl who wants to stand out amongst the monotone colors of the city crowd (but not  clash!) This is the first collaborative project  with both of our blogs (and hopefully not the last) and I couldn't be any happier! I know I can't model but Rafa is a genius behind the lens and made me look top notch! Hope you guys enjoy!

xoxo

(Yellow Coat: Tulle  Dress: French Connection, Printed Geometric Shirt: Tory Brunch, Black Legging Jeans: True Religion, Black Cardigan: Michael Kors, Brown Heels: Nine West, Burberry Bag, Aviator Sunglasses: Marc by Marc Jacobs, Gold Clutch:Vintage)

(Photographs via Eastsiderwriter.com, Styling via Rose Bow Fashion)