Just because i'm here

Summer is definitely here, judging by the crazy high temperatures of late.





 source: fashiongonerogue

Let's go outside and enjoy it, but to an extent: Sunscreen it up. We are all susceptible to the sun's damaging effects. And for those of you nay-sayers who complain endlessly about oily, smelly sunscreen, check out a brand called La Roche-Posay. Their sunscreen is absolute perfection and good for those of us with sensitive skin as well. Not entirely sure how accessible it is outside Canada, but use your googling skills to find out! Worth it, I promise.



xo,


Liya

Airplanes in the night sky

So i sort of compiled what you guys asked for, in a list of expensive finds vs cheap finds! Don't go looking for similarities between them necessarily....for many, I only went by category. So if you're looking to spend more, here's a purse you can get, and if you're looking to spend less, here's a purse....etc etc. Some suggestions for a summer wishlist were a bit too out of season, but I tried to take as many as possible!

Purses

$795, Alexander Wang

$39, Forever 21

Heels

$750, Sergio Rossi

$100, Aldo

Sandals

$245, Joie

$24, Forever 21

Rompers

$345, Rag & Bone

$35, Forever 21

Summer dresses

$695, Phillip Lim

$62, NastyGal

Wedges

$525, Alexander Wang

$132, Jeffrey Campbell

sources: nastygal, netaporter, shopbop, forever21, aldo


Hope you guys enjoyed this post as much as I enjoyed making it. Gonna get to your comments either tonight or wednesday

and in case any of you are interested, I got myself a tumblr! Follow me if you so choose...

http://liyaace.tumblr.com/




xo,


Liya

Weighty ghost

I have been an awful blogger and I do want to make a list of summer items you guys suggested but i am just so busy with school right now...


I expect to be much less busy by next friday, and i REALLY do want to make a list of summery things you guys want....I have an interesting plan for it too :)


In the meantime, how gorgeous is this candid shot by the fantastic Yvan Rodic?





source: yvan rodic


Enjoy your weekends, friends. I know mine's going to be chock full of workworkwork. vomit, anyone?

Getting to your lovely comments when I can find the time!


xo,

Liya

Say what i gotta say

Sorry for the slowdown in posts....last few weeks of school! Lots to do (heaven help us all)

Anyways, some inspiration pics!















sources: jakandjil, ilovefake, altamira


Don't worry....I'll be getting all summery on you guys before you know it.

Probs get to your lovely comments tonight or tomorrow in between studying and procrastinating :)

Anybody got any summer items they're DYING to have? I'll cover that in my next post hopefully. Lemme know of some categories you might want me to talk about?  Its ok if you suggest Ryan Gosling in your confusion, i can't get him off my mind either. 

xo,

Liya

Hey soul sister

Haven't done one of these wishlists in awhile so here i go..

Beware, the list makes zero sense; its just many things I love. I should try to make lists that aren't completely random. Oh well, Rome wasn't built in a day.

Acne

Charlott Vasberg

Chloe

Donna Karan

Frye

J Brand

Jonathan Saunders

Tory Burch

sources: netaporter, shopbop, lagarconne

I'll get to comments later tonight :)

Enjoy your weekends, and i'm loving the feedback on my new layout!


xo,


Liya

That new, new

Experimenting with different blog layouts...and i abbreviated my blog title. Out with the old?

First off I want to mention http://www.jewelryartdesigns.com/
I was gifted this ring and I can honestly say I have been wearing it every single day since it arrived in the mail. I love rings and I am overly picky when it comes to finding ones I can wear day in and day out so I was so glad to receive this one.  Simple, understated, and versatile.  Perfect for everyday wear.
Their real selling point in my mind however is that so much of the jewelry is really over-the-top in terms of colouring and design; there are a bunch of pieces I have seen on that site which would look really fun with simple outfits.  Examples include this bad boy and these .

Next item on today's agenda?


I tweeted about this awhile ago but I haven't put my twitter back so I figured you should all take a look at a dose of crazy; Acne, these are stupid hot.

And the winner of the straightening iron, chosen out of a hat (literally), is being emailed as we speak :)
Thanks to everyone who participated!

I'll hit up your blogs later tonight!


xo,

Liya

Giveaway!

Misikko.com has graciously sent me a complementary hair straightener to review on my site called the "Hana Professional".

I gave it a try yesterday with great results.  It worked on my (thick thick thick) hair no problem, didn't pull any strands out, and friends, its the PINK EDITION. So needless to say I have never felt more like Barbie in my life (in the best of ways).  It has multiple heat settings (and rest assured I used the highest) and heats up in no time.  I was told by friends that my hair looked great last night, which as we all know, is a total plus. By the way, it came with a rubber mat designed to leave straighteners on while they're hot.....incredibly useful! I was always balancing my irons in the past in strange ways but now I can just leave em on this mat. An answer to my prayers I tell you.



Links to the site are as provided:

Homepage (professional straighteners) http://www.misikko.com

Chi Straighteners http://www.misikko.com/fachiceflir.html

Corioliss flat iron http://www.misikko.com/corioliss-flat-irons.html

Best flat iron http://www.misikko.com/best-flat-iron.html

As promised by the post title, they have also offered a giveaway on my site!  In order to enter to win a free straightening iron, please follow these instructions:

• Follow Misikko on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/misikko
• Blog about the giveaway on your own blog (doesn't have to be its own post, just mention it)
• Join Misikko Newsletter 
• Follow me (not on bloglovin, the other way :))
• Leave a comment on this post with your email address (so I can reach you when you win) and let me know in the comment if you've followed all these steps

Sounds like a lot of steps but it really takes no time at all! The contest is open until  April 9th and then I will pick a winner at random! Enter as many times as you like! Hope you guys have twitter! (if you don't....what are you waiting for? it's so much fun)

Have a great Easter Weekend, many of you won't likely read this till Monday or Tuesday I'll bet :)

xo,

Liya

Walking in a straight line

 source: style.com


No one does orange better than Hermes.
Send it over, i've got wristspace.

xo,

Liya

More

Looking for: an event that would allow me to wear my sky high round-toe aldo heels (read, pain will ensue) and my MK2K coat (which cinches perfectly at the waist when tied ), without needing to remove said coat for any reason

In exchange: I'll look fab.

MK2K coat size small, Aldo "Rosemore" heels size 7 (long sold out as far as i can tell, i got one of the last pairs)


At some point i'll stop getting lazy and start taking pics of what i wear
ill get to the comments between tonight and tomorrow night!

xo,

Liya

Pyramid

I took a liiiitttle bit of a break. But I'm back. Good times?


I've got some shoe porn at affordable prices coming your way. Hint: I've got summer on my mind.

Jeffrey Campbell Zero Peeptoe Wedge, approx $118

Jeffrey Campbell Snick, approx $125-145

The Scarlet Room Zip-up Velvet Wedge, approx $45-75

Elizabeth and James Greta Woven Pumps, approx $425

Some of these shoes are on backorder but will be restocked, so get in line! Also sorry, those last ones are expensive. Tis but a dream.


sources in order, top to bottom: nastygal, needsupply, scarlet room, shopbop

Don't know if you guys saw Alexander Mcqueen's final collection, (and I don't mean of the house of alexander mcqueen since apparently that will continue, but of lee mcqueen) but it is just another sad reminder of what the fashion world has lost. I hope he's found peace.  If you haven't seen this wondrous collection yet, here's a link:  http://www.style.com/fashionshows/review/F2010RTW-AMCQUEEN

ps: pretty soon I'll show you guys a pic of that insanely awesome mk2k jacket i got awhile ago

pps: guys i am so not impressed at all with chanel lately. so repetitive (minus the clog resurgence) and odd. Am i alone on this one? I might very well be

xo,

Liya

Open arms

I can't quite put into words how much I love Devon Aoki, or how easily this photoshoot takes my breath away

























source: fashiongonerogue



Will somebody please introduce me to the team responsible for this genius shoot?

xo,

Liya

My closet wishes to have a word with you #1

Spring is in the air. So naturally I want more stuff. I know that could have been more eloquent  a phrase but quite honestly I just really, really, really want this stuff:

Top to bottom: playsuit by alice & olivia, shorts by alexander wang, vest by alexander wang, jacket by elizabeth & james, skirt by helmut lang, shoes by jeffrey campbell

source: shopbop


If you'll excuse me i'm just gonna go ahead and plant my money tree now.



I'm checking out all your blogs likely tomorrow, lovelies. p.s, anybody watch skins? I've been fervently catching up from season one over the past week and i'm currently caught up to season 4 (THATS HOW MUCH I LOVE IT). Any other diehard fans out there? It's a brilliant show if you're not yet watching.

xo,

Liya