tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-643402499956269442024-03-05T01:00:44.190-08:00OOH FANCY THAT| purveyor of all things fancy, human catnip, if you will |.. Jennifer ..http://www.blogger.com/profile/07998591987081035557noreply@blogger.comBlogger637125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-64340249995626944.post-35079274890511581962013-02-07T17:30:00.000-08:002013-02-07T22:05:54.649-08:00.. how to wear that pesky jumpsuit ..<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I find jumpsuits notoriously difficult to pull off, unless you are a rail-thin, 6-feet tall, model-type, which obviously, I am not. In this post, I attempt to show you some ways to wear a jumpsuit, successfully, I hope. (I apologize for the less than stellar quality of the photos. I had to take these shots real quick, so I set up the tripod facing my front door and went to town. I will do better next time, promise!)<br />
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Tip one, make sure you wear very high leg-lengthening heels! I've chosen some red pointy-toed pumps with metal hardware from Velvet Angels. I love the pop of red, although my jumpsuit is so long, you don't often get to see much of the shoe.<br />
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My Halston Heritage silk jumpsuit is special on its own--it does have a cape, after all--but I decided to add something more by defining my waist with a vintage gold metal belt. Fit is ultra-important when wearing a jumpsuit, as the silhouette can be pretty unforgiving. Make sure you are not accentuating any camel-toe action.<br />
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Otherwise, have fun with it! I chose to pair my jumpsuit with four different outerwear options, as I love layering, and it really completes the look in a luxurious way. <br />
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Worn with a vintage cropped Ann Klein II blazer with gold hardware. I like that the jacket is cropped, as it works well by lengthening the lines of the jumpsuit.</div>
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This is more of a glam look, worn with a vintage gold, sparkly jacket.</div>
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Third outerwear option, a little more subtle, but still sparkly and fun.</div>
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Finally, I had to wear it with my vintage white rabbit fur coat. It's so soft and I love the black, white, and gold together.</div>
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<br />.. Jennifer ..http://www.blogger.com/profile/07998591987081035557noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-64340249995626944.post-413029308189893112013-01-31T16:28:00.001-08:002013-01-31T17:45:11.326-08:00.. shopping hauls, the story of my life ..I won't deny having a slight buying problem, but it just makes me so happy. There are too many beautiful things in this world, and when I see them, I want! I do try to keep things under control, but there are so many days in the year, and so many opportunities to take out that wallet and acquire. I love a good deal, too, so when I find out about a spectacular sale, I just can't resist.<br />
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Last week, I attended the Gilt Warehouse Sale in Los Angeles, and although slightly disappointed that the deals weren't as good as I had hoped, I still walked away with some nice items. I never have a problem finding something worth purchasing. If you don't know about Gilt, it's a website that offers daily sales on designer clothes, shoes, accessories, and home goods. The warehouse sale was the same kind of thing, but with a lot of their stock on display, and some items were reduced further from the listed price online (although many items were not further discounted).<br />
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In addition to the Gilt items, I had a little shop around at several secondhand and consignment shops, Nordstrom, Asos, and more, I'm sure.<br />
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Candela Maxi Dress // Gilt Warehouse sale // Beautiful crocheted back</div>
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Maiden Lane Almond Toe Patent Leather Nude Heels // Gilt Warehouse Sale // A nice basic</div>
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Rebecca Minkoff Monogrammed Clutches/Make-up Bags // Gilt Warehouse Sale // Monogrammed with random letters that don't work for my first or last name, but who cares.</div>
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Hugo Boss Men's Boots (for my dad) // Gilt Warehouse Sale // Dad has style</div>
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Helmut Lang Strappy Black Leather Sandals // Secondhand/Consignment Shop // Super sexy, practically new, amazing deal!</div>
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Costume National Lucite Green Heels // Secondhand/Consignment Shop // Also like-new, with a fun detail</div>
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Fila Red and Black Leather High-top Sneakers // Secondhand Shop // A very unlikely choice, as I'm rarely into the "sporty" look, but these were adorable, and never worn.</div>
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Roast Beef. My little brother cooked this dish!!</div>
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Green Beans and Asparagus with Bacon and Pine Nuts</div>
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Turkey with the best stuffing ever. I got over-excited and forgot to photograph the whole bird out of the oven, and the food fiends were making quick work of the stuffing, so no picture of that either.</div>
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Given all those perfectly good explanations as to why I don't wear hats, you'd think there would be no fathomable reason why I should purchase headgear, only to have them lie around listlessly, unused and unloved. That's all true, but somehow inexplicably, I've managed to amass a large collection of hats. I think it started about two years ago when I cut my hair into a semi-bob, and was inspired to start dressing up my head a little more. That obsession only lasted several weeks, but still, I just couldn't help buying more. I do, indeed, have a problem.<br />
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Since they're not getting much wear in my daily life, I decided to start a hat series on the blog, so that they get a little love. Here's Part 1 (we won't discuss how many parts in total there are)...<br />
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Oh, also important to note, I'm definitely not naked in these photos. I was wearing a strapless top, because I mistakenly thought that would make the photos better, but in fact, it only makes things awkward. Lesson learned.<br />
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Vintage from Saks, cute shape, and I've actually worn this out!</div>
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Can't remember where I got this one, but when worn the right way, very Carmen Sandiego.<br />
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Can't remember where I got this one, but I like it! It's the perfect, jaunty, hunting hat.</div>
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Vintage, again too small, but adorable!</div>
<br />.. Jennifer ..http://www.blogger.com/profile/07998591987081035557noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-64340249995626944.post-74856517956322572652013-01-23T16:55:00.000-08:002013-01-23T19:41:51.821-08:00.. a taste of thanksgiving ..This is months late, of course, but let's be honest, food is good any way you can get it. My mom and dad were away on vacation during Thanksgiving, so it wasn't the usual loud and bustling affair, but still quite nice. I attended one Thanksgiving dinner, and that was lovely, not only because of the great company, but I also didn't have to cook or clean! I'm never one to rest on my laurels though, so I was back in the kitchen that weekend for my very own Thanksgiving feast. Here's a sampling of what I cooked...<br />
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Roasted Garlic Smashed Potatoes with Chives</div>
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Yellow Corn with Parsley</div>
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.. Jennifer ..http://www.blogger.com/profile/07998591987081035557noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-64340249995626944.post-56835217531809932922013-01-21T22:43:00.001-08:002013-01-23T14:37:20.521-08:00.. return ..I'm back!! It's been about a year and a half since my last blog post, and a lot has changed in my life. I think they've mostly been positive changes, but because I was so busy after starting a new job, I took a break from blogging that somehow turned into a year and a half vacation from sharing my fancies with you, dear reader. I've really missed it though, and I couldn't think of any reason why I shouldn't go back to it. There will be lots more to come, and I have some fun ideas for photo shoots and maybe even trying my hand at some videos.<br />
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Right now, please enjoy a lovely cheese and charcuterie platter that I put together, just for you.<br />
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<br />.. Jennifer ..http://www.blogger.com/profile/07998591987081035557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-64340249995626944.post-54951644060812352762011-07-26T16:39:00.000-07:002011-07-26T17:45:26.463-07:00.. albuquerque adventure ..I'm sad to have been away from the blog for so long...it's been almost a month now!! My sincerest apologies, dear readers. I'm back though, and wanted to share with you a few pics from Albuquerque. I was there a week ago visiting my little brother. We ate so, so much. Not that you need or want to know, but I felt so bloated the whole time I was there. Totally worth it though. It's best to indulge as much as you can when traveling. Unfortunately, I kept forgetting my camera everywhere we went, so I can't really show you the food, or very much else. I did go shooting for the first time--just targets and zombies, no living things, of course--and that was just spectacular. I have pretty awesome aim for a first timer!!<br />
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This is the motel where they filmed some pivotal scenes from <i>Breaking Bad</i>. Fans of the show will recognize it, for sure!! Albuquerque has a booming film industry, and we were on the lookout for Samuel L. Jackson and Jeremy Renner (currently filming there), but no luck! </div>
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Let's end with food!! Delicious frozen custard sundae with blueberries and almonds. Yum.</div>
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.. Jennifer ..http://www.blogger.com/profile/07998591987081035557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-64340249995626944.post-39215705738303717662011-06-30T14:58:00.000-07:002011-06-30T15:24:23.262-07:00.. in full bloom ..<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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My dad has the most magnificent garden, and as you'll see from the beautiful images, he spends quite a bit of time taking care of the flora and fauna. I'm a bit embarrassed to say this, but when my parents went on a month long vacation, I was tasked with the responsibility of taking care of the plants, and things did not turn out so well. It's a lot of hard work, and by the time my parents came back to the states, there were plenty of wilting plants and overgrown weeds to be taken care of. What can I say, gardening is not one of my specialties.<br />
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As the weather gets warmer, a lot more of the summer fruits are coming in, and the flowers are bursting with vibrant color. Keep in mind, I'm only showing you little snippets from the garden, but in actuality, wherever you look, it just keeps getting better.<br />
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I wanted to show you some pics of the Father's Day feast I prepared. I was so harried that day, mostly because I underestimated the time I would need to get everything ready, that I unfortunately didn't have time to take pics at each stage of the cooking process. Therefore, I'll just show you a little bit of what I was able to capture, and maybe in the future I'll do a proper recipe post for everyone!<br />
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My dad loves seafood stews, and when we visited Mexico years ago, he fell in love with their version of a fisherman's stew. I decided to make the French version of it--bouillabaisse--just for a bit of variation. My mom helped me out tons on this one, as she purchased the freshest red snapper for me. She brought home two whole fish, and cleaned and filleted them! In addition to that, she used the bones from the fish to make me the sweetest, most flavorful broth ever. At times, you might worry about a fish stock being overly fishy, but if you use quality ingredients that are really fresh, and you make sure to smell and inspect your ingredients, you should be fine! My mom actually made me a fish stock and a chicken stock, and combined the two for a milder, more well-rounded flavor profile. If you can make your own stock, do it. It'll make your soup taste all that much better. As you've probably already gleaned, I don't really cook from recipes, but I did take a look at a few online for inspiration/reference. This recipe from <a href="http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Bouillabaisse-238411">Epicurious</a> is a nice one, and the <a href="http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Rouille-238412">rouille</a> takes the dish to a whole other level. You add it to each bowl of soup and it provides that extra kick of garlic, and because it's bread based, it thickens the soup just right.<br />
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My version of bouillabaisse is filled with all kinds of fresh seafood--prawns, clams, mussels, red snapper, scallops, crabs, and squid. I don't think I'm forgetting anything, but I can't be sure! I would've added lobster tails, too, but given how many were dining with us, it just wasn't that practical. Also, I added potatoes, beech mushrooms, carrots, leeks, and tons of onion and garlic. I think the fennel, saffron, and rouille make it quintessentially French, so those elements were not to missed. The stew was served with crusty french bread, which I lathered with a roasted garlic butter I made, topped with some grated pecorino romano (that I had leftover from the pasta carbonara I prepared), and then under the broiler for a couple of minutes.<br />
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Thoroughly cleaning the mussels and clams in many a water bath.</div>
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For the pasta carbonara, I used two types of thick cut bacon, and added peas and herbs to it. For this dish, you'll render and crisp the bacon first, remove most of the bacon fat, but leave some of it in the pan to saute the onions and garlic in. This was super easy and delicious, so I might be making this more often. I know this isn't typical, but I made a light cream sauce and added some white wine as well, in addition to the beaten eggs with romano that I stirred in at the very end (make sure the heat is off at this point, as you don't want to scramble the eggs). Be careful with how much salt you add, because the pecorino romano and parmigiana reggiano are quite salty already. I think it turned out really well.<br />
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Hope you try these dishes for yourself!! I know they're not the prettiest of dishes, and had I had more time, I would've plated them up nicely, but you know how it goes. Anyways, it's more of a rustic meal. For this menu, I think there's a little bit of something for everyone's liking, except not if you're a vegetarian, of course.<br />
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Lastly, we had a great apple tart for dessert. I always want to make dessert, but often don't have the time for it. I wanted to serve it with vanilla bean ice cream, but completely forgot about it when I was at the store, so I just whipped up some cream that I had leftover, and added some sugar and vanilla extract to it. That worked just as well!<br />
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The weather was perfect last weekend, and on Saturday, we took a long trip inland for some cherry picking. I had never seen cherry trees before, and for some unknown reason, just assumed they were lower to the ground (more bushy), but in fact they can grow fairly tall and large. It was a lot of fun, but exceedingly hot, so I was very thankful for my large hat and sunscreen. Sadly though, I had to abandon my cute little cropped jacket, as I started to sweat immediately after exiting the car.<br />
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Anyways, on to more pleasant matters...the cherries were so pretty, and we all couldn't help gorging on them. We probably ate just as much as we picked. We were practically tasting cherries on every tree, trying to find the sweetest ones in the bunch, but let me just warn you, that's not a great idea! After awhile, your tummy starts to hurt.<br />
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Hah, well what was supposed to be a pleasant post on cherries has turned into excessive talk about sweating and tummy aches. Let's just end things here, while we're ahead...It was a good time, and you all should find a cherry farm and indulge!<br />
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P.S. | I'll be posting on the food I prepared for Father's Day soon!</div>.. Jennifer ..http://www.blogger.com/profile/07998591987081035557noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-64340249995626944.post-32495197399260390642011-06-16T15:10:00.000-07:002011-06-16T20:06:33.045-07:00.. meow ..I am a fan of the animal print. I know it can look cheap and tarty at times, but if done right, it can also be the epitome of luxury and edgy sophistication. I want to show you a glimpse of my favorite leopard print pants! Okay, to be honest, they're my only pair of leopard pants, but even if I had more than one pair, I'm sure these would still be my favorite. For one, they're sparkly (not too crazy, but a subtle iridescence), and I just can't deny my sparkles. Second, they are the perfect ankle length, so they don't take themselves too seriously. Third, they are ultra comfortable and stretchy. Lastly, they are so versatile that they look amazing with ankle boots, ballet flats, or some kicky heels/sandals. Trust me, I've tried these pants on with all that and more!<br />
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Now that you've had a peek, how would you style these pants for day or night?.. Jennifer ..http://www.blogger.com/profile/07998591987081035557noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-64340249995626944.post-76837852081981083502011-06-14T12:52:00.000-07:002011-06-14T14:25:48.343-07:00.. this week in fancy | 06.13.11 ..Sorry for the absence, I've been working on a couple of different projects, and haven't gotten a chance to post anything new. Thought I'd do a quick fancy week in review of some of the things that have caught my eye!<br />
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** New listing at the <a href="http://www.oohfancythat.etsy.com/">OFT shop</a>!<br />
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** Elle Fanning is so adorable. Love her, and she's an amazing actress! <i>Super 8</i> was superb, and I totally recommend it to everyone. There's a scene where she pretends to be a zombie, which was kind of chillingly good. Here she is on Jimmy Kimmel Live yesterday. Her laugh is so infectious!!<br />
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** Holy crap, <i>Game of Thrones</i> was crazy this past Sunday. I just started reading the books, so I didn't know what was coming. (Spoiler alert) My friend warned me that no one was safe. I can't wait to see what's to come. The book and show have been great so far. Plus, the <a href="http://tvrecaps.ew.com/recap/game-of-thrones-episode-9/">EW recaps</a> each week are a nice little bonus.<br />
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** This <a href="http://www.gq.com/entertainment/movies-and-tv/201107/chris-evans-gq-july-2011-cover-story">GQ article with Chris Evans</a> is so cute, dorky, and funny. I never really gave him any thought before, but wow, he's charming and self-deprecating! I think this piece will definitely win him some fans, and the writer, Edith Zimmerman, is adorable.</div>
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** I want these <a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/101897#">Louboutin shoes</a> so bad. Just spectacular. Best think of a way to make more money fast!</div>
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** Trying to decide what to cook for Father's Day. I think I'll make a seafood stew (like a bouillabaisse), since my dad is a big fan of fresh seafood, and brothy deliciousness. In the meantime, I think I'm going to have something hearty for dinner tonight, similar to these smothered pork chops I made recently!</div>
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Okay, it's time to get back to work for me, so I will see you soon (with a style post probably)!</div>.. Jennifer ..http://www.blogger.com/profile/07998591987081035557noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-64340249995626944.post-49999357142144241562011-06-07T15:21:00.000-07:002011-06-07T15:22:33.325-07:00.. if only it fit ..<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I freaking love this top and tulip skirt. I wish it fit me, because I would be all over it! My loss is someone else's gain. It's available at the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/75573577/vintage-yellow-floral-sleeveless-top-and">OFT shop now</a>!!<br />
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The soft floral pattern, beautiful shape, and lovely silk crepe fabric is just perfection.<br />
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I compared my uploaded images on blogger to the original images, and the difference is really significant!! I'm so sad, because I find it easiest to upload from blogger directly, but now I might have to upload my images via a third party server. I apologize for the poor image quality, and am working to remedy the situation asap!<br />
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Love this as a summer tote and perfect for hauling crap to the beach. Plus, I found this really cool vintage floppy hat that I can use to prevent terrible sunburn on my nose and forehead.</div>
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I don't know about you, but my jewelry is strewn about everywhere. If I put them in jewelry boxes, then they're never to be seen again. That's why I'm always on the lookout for interesting trays, stands, bowls, etc. to not only store my jewelry, but to also display the pieces, and use as decorative elements in my room. Found this really interesting brass bowl from India, and paired that with a natural looking wood tray. I like the way those materials look together, and now the baubles are ready to be taken out for a wild night out!</div>
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I have so many random little purses and clutches, but they're just too cute to pass up. I like the sweet femininity of this purse, and the chain's pretty great.</div>
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These are nice serviceable ankle boots, that can definitely be worn more casually and comfortably. The heel is not very high, so they'll definitely be good for work. There's also something a bit interesting about them. You can't tell that well from the image, but the upper toe shape of the shoe is really nice. Instead of a traditional rounded shape, there's more of a square lip to the shape, which I think makes them stand apart from all the other ankle boots out there.<br />
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Last weekend, I went to a beautiful wedding, and the setting was just spectacular....a lovely, rustic, and romantic vineyard. After dinner, I snuck away for a couple of minutes to roam the fields. I just had to show you my dress. I love everything about it. It's vintage Tadashi, supple velvet, with a huge bow, sweetheart neckline, and fits like a glove. I felt great wearing it, and liked the old hollywood vibe I got from it. The dress is paired with mostly vintage jewelry, except for the ring and necklace, which I got as gifts. I added metallic accents with a vintage gold box clutch and some silver heels.</div>
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I escorted my mom to the wedding, since my dad had to go to another wedding on the same day!! It was my mom's good friend's daughter who was getting married, and I've known the bride since we were young kids. She looked stunning, wearing both a modern wedding gown and a traditional Vietnamese wedding dress with headdress. I'm not sure how she feels about having her images splashed on the web, so I won't show you the pics, but trust me, she looked stunning. I adore weddings. They're always so emotional, and the love is just overflowing and overwhelming.</div>
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I was very reluctant, but my mom insisted that I go up and try to catch the bouquet. I stood as far back as I could, and still, the bouquet went right to me!! Hah, I just nonchalantly stepped out of the way, and let the other more eager girls fight over it.</div>
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Before I go, let me leave you with a couple shots of my mom. She wore a traditional Vietnamese dress which she had custom made for her, then for weeks on end, she spent time embellishing it. My mom sewed on all the flowers, and also added beading and crystals to the dress. I don't have a close up shot, but the dress is crazy intricate, and she's designed it spectacularly. I have such a talented mom!</div>
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Don't tell on us, but my mom and I picked flowers from the grounds, and tucked them behind our ears, just to add a bit of festivity!</div>.. Jennifer ..http://www.blogger.com/profile/07998591987081035557noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-64340249995626944.post-46773153212023476522011-05-29T22:46:00.000-07:002011-06-03T22:44:23.921-07:00.. beach breeze ..This holiday weekend has been absolutely lovely!! Can't wait to spend more days at the beach, lying under an umbrella, munching on some snacks, and sipping a cold beverage. The salty ocean breeze and rhythmic sounds of crashing waves are perfect napping conditions.<br />
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<br />.. Jennifer ..http://www.blogger.com/profile/07998591987081035557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-64340249995626944.post-26732638244513007792011-05-18T13:46:00.000-07:002011-06-03T23:11:51.408-07:00.. food and celebrating ..It's my mom's birthday today, so I guess it's kind of fitting that I post pics of the food and flowers from Mother's Day!! Hehe, well that's me putting a positive spin on things, since I should've posted these pics a week ago probably.<br />
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My mom suggested a more healthy dinner, which is not something I do very often, but I was game! I thought a Mediterranean inspired meal might be nice, and it turned out pretty well.<br />
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These are one of my mom's favorites!! On this occasion, I sauteed the snails in some white wine, butter, onions, garlic, chili flakes, and lots of herbs and spices.</div>
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Do you remember when fish en papillote (fish in parchment) was all the rage?! I recall being a lot younger and watching the food network chefs make countless variations of this! I've never made it, but thought I might try it out this time around. The fish is red snapper, and seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. The fish is also garnished with roasted red and yellow peppers, capers, olives, onions, garlic, and more herbs and spices. This turned out delicious, and so simple to make. I couldn't believe how good!! Cooking it in parchment, on high heat (~400 degrees fahrenheit), for a short amount of time (~10-15 min) was perfection. I had prepped the packets beforehand, and put the fish in the oven right before we were ready to sit down for dinner. The fish is piping hot when it comes out, and I love all the steam that escapes when you tear into the parchment. You can sop up all the great jus as well with some nice crusty bread.</div>
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Dessert, which I didn't make, but was delicious all the same. We had a raspberry lemon tart, and an assortment of mini cupcakes and cheesecakes.</div>.. Jennifer ..http://www.blogger.com/profile/07998591987081035557noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-64340249995626944.post-40225146912556751962011-05-13T23:42:00.000-07:002011-06-03T23:26:33.747-07:00.. the last of the set ..<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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These are the last shots I have of S from our first fun little photoshoot together. That just means it's time for another outing, especially because I've purchased so many more "new" things that she can try on! I love this set so much. She looks really ethereal and soft in these images.<br />
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You can take a look at the first set of pics <a href="http://www.oohfancythat.com/2011/04/fun-in-sun.html">here</a>, and the second set <a href="http://www.oohfancythat.com/2011/04/second-look.html">here</a>. Plus, I have the dress that she's wearing available at the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/42298138/on-sale-vintage-white-ruffle-dress-with">OFT shop</a> now! This vintage dress is adorable, and I probably would've kept it for myself, but it is tiny, tiny. Enjoy the pics!</div>
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[Programming note | In the last post, I mentioned that I would show you guys the food pics from Mother's Day next, but I haven't uploaded the pics from that night yet, so you'll have to bear with me. Soon though, I promise!]<br />
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<br />.. Jennifer ..http://www.blogger.com/profile/07998591987081035557noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-64340249995626944.post-10577103244726869682011-05-11T14:44:00.000-07:002011-06-03T23:48:19.995-07:00.. celebrating with mom ..<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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As part of Mother's Day weekend, my mom and I went out this past Saturday and had a great time together!! We're very close, and despite both being tired from work that week, we still managed to stay out until 1AM that night. Just to make things even more festive, she and I dressed up a bit. She snapped some pics of me before we left, so that I could share it with you guys, and I included one of me and her as well!<br />
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I know the flower in my hair is a bit costumey, especially paired with the embroidered flowers on the dress, but I still like it. You can't see clearly from the image, but the dress has subtle beading throughout, mostly on the hemline and bodice ruffles. Really pretty and very comfortable, too!<br />
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My mom loves St. John, and she was sporting a beautiful beaded St. John knitted canary yellow blazer.<br />
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P.S. | My next post will feature the food I made on Mother's Day!.. Jennifer ..http://www.blogger.com/profile/07998591987081035557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-64340249995626944.post-21030707813908491622011-05-05T13:50:00.000-07:002011-06-03T23:50:56.342-07:00.. DIY tutorial | flower shoe clips ..<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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A couple weeks ago, I promised you a tutorial on DIY shoe clips, and I'm happy to present this to you today. This was my first attempt, and I can't wait to do so many more. The possibilities really are endless. They turned out smashingly well, if I do say so myself!<br />
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I decided to make some quirky, slightly nautical inspired, flower shoe clips with metal button accents. Sounds interesting, right?! Read on for the instructions, and I hope you make some for yourself!<br />
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This is just a rough guide on how I made these particular shoe clips, but of course, creativity and deviations from the original are encouraged!! I'd love to see pics if you decide to make some of your own, so please post on the <a href="http://facebook.com/oohfancythat">OFT Facebook page</a>.<br />
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It was so nice outside, that I decided to sit on my porch and work on this project. I think that a beautiful environment always stimulates creativity!<br />
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Fabric. In this case I used some striped cotton ribbon that I had.<br />
Two metal shoe clips<br />
Two buttons. I chose large metal buttons.<br />
Needle and thread<br />
Scissors<br />
Writing implement - Pen or fabric chalk<br />
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Shoe clips are very inexpensive. They open and close (via simple hinge) to clip onto almost any type of shoe! We have clips for our hair, why not have clips for our shoes?!<br />
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If you have a protractor (I've misplaced mine!), then it won't be necessary to scour your home for circular objects of varying size. That's what I did though, and found make-up boxes, eyeshadow pots, cups, glitter containers, etc. that worked perfectly. Make sure to draw the circles on the backside of the fabric.<br />
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If you don't want to cut all the circles out twice, then fold over your piece of fabric, and just cut once! You should have five different sized circles, with two of each size, for a total of ten circles. The number is completely arbitrary, but I think that odd numbers in design always look better. Just make sure you make a pair of everything. </div>
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I was going to use pinking shears to cut out my circles, but because my pinking shears are crappy, I decided I didn't want the extra hassle. Guess I best invest in a nice pair for the future!</div>
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It's not necessary to rotate the pattern, but especially with a striped pattern, I like that the lines were going in different directions, just so that each layer popped more.<br />
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Seriously, you do not need any sewing ability to do this. Trust me, I'm no expert sewer, and yet I was able to do this. It doesn't have to be pretty, especially because your thread will be on the underside of the fabric.<br />
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You can leave the "flower" flat (shown above), but I think it looks more interesting when there's some dimension to the fabric.<br />
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The fabric layers get a bit thick, so you may need the help of a thimble to pull the needle through the fabric. I didn't want to run upstairs to get my thimble, so I just used the hard tabletop to help me when I couldn't pull the needle through. You're going to have to pull the thread through quite a few times to get it really secure as well.<br />
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To be honest, I found the glue to be completely useless. I was hoping that the glue would be sufficient, but found that I had to sew the clip on, in order for it to really be secure. So, I ended up skipping the glue altogether on the second shoe clip. Same as above, you'll want to pull the thread through many times over to make sure the clip is really tightly secured.<br />
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Make sure to open your shoe clip, so that's it's lying flat. It's much easier to secure the base of the shoe clip to the flower, if you don't have the the other piece in the way.<br />
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Don't worry, the flowers don't have to be identical. This is somewhat freeform, so I like that each flower clip is a bit different. I just made sure that when I was sewing the second flower bud, it was similar in size to the first.<br />
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Yay, that's it, you're done. It takes a little bit of time, but is really quite simple. Plus, if you make bows, that would take much less time. Also, if you're in no mood to actually design something of your own, you can go out and purchase pre-fab bows, flowers, etc, and just attach them to the metal shoes clips. That would take five minutes, if that!! <br />
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I couldn't wait to try them out. Please excuse my terribly chipped nail polish...OMG, how embarrassing!! Hehe, I thought the blue and white striped fabric looked nice against my orange patent leather heels, but the best part is I can take them off and put them on so many of my other shoes/heels/ballet flats.<br />
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I was first inspired to make these, when I came across the most darling vintage cream colored bow clips. Let me show you those, too...<br />
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I've been doing a little shopping (big surprise!), and have just started organizing the piles of clothing and accessories I've accumulated. I don't even want to tell you how crazy cluttered it is in my bedroom (total shit storm, to be honest). I'm pretty much sitting here typing this out, and I'm completely surrounded by piles of clothes in all directions. That said, I'm still so excited about all the color, fun details, and pattern that I'll get to wear this spring and summer. And don't worry, there's plenty for the <a href="http://www.oohfancythat.etsy.com/">OFT shop</a> as well!<br />
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Oh goodness, another full clothing rack, and I've run out of hangers again. I'm afraid I might be turning into a hoarder, but the clothes are just too pretty to pass up. I think it's time for some spring cleaning too, as I've got to make room for my new babies.<br />
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Here's a little sneak peek at some of my more recent purchases and also gifts from my mommy! <br />
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Mom came back from her trip with all these lovely traditional custom-made Vietnamese dresses for me! They're so colorful, and beautifully and perfectly tailored for me. These dresses are long, with two side slits that go up to your waist. They're worn with wide-legged silk trousers underneath.<br />
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There's so much more to show, and I promise to wear a few of these out soon, and I'll share some pics even. <br />
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I adore silk and I love vibrant colors, so I naturally gravitate towards both when I'm shopping. In this outfit, I've combined both of those elements with a vintage hot pink silk blouse and a grass green silk wrap skirt. I love the bright colors together and the feel/texture is unbelievable. Seriously, this outfit just screams joyful exuberance. The only thing left is deciding wear to go in this look!<br />
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<br />.. Jennifer ..http://www.blogger.com/profile/07998591987081035557noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-64340249995626944.post-82292066256295920312011-04-26T19:19:00.000-07:002011-04-30T21:38:32.100-07:00.. garlic mash potatoes!! ..I make garlic mash potatoes every chance I get. Sometimes, I add cheese to it, too! I know it's a side dish, but I pretty much can eat a vat of it on its own. The key is to use a lot of butter and half and half (or full on cream, if you want to be really decadent).<br />
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These potatoes were nice and buttery in texture. The color was also gorgeous, and the skins were nice and thin, so I decided not to peel them. Remember to generously salt the cooking water. This will give the potatoes a lot of flavor once they're tender, and besides, potatoes can take a good amount of salt.<br />
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Then add unsalted sweet cream butter, half and half, and lots of freshly ground black pepper. Smash away.<br />
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I then mix in tons of roasted garlic. The flavor is ridiculous; so good. Because they're roasted, the natural sugars come out, and there's just nothing like it. Roast the bulbs in the oven with a pinch of salt and pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.<br />
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On this occasion, I made the mash potatoes with smothered pork chops, so there was gravy, too. However, you don't need anything else but the mash potatoes, really! Easy-peasy, and ready to be devoured! <br />
<br />.. Jennifer ..http://www.blogger.com/profile/07998591987081035557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-64340249995626944.post-80416272373581951432011-04-25T17:11:00.000-07:002011-04-25T17:27:07.598-07:00.. a second look ..<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This is the second series of shots from the photoshoot that I first talked about in <a href="http://www.oohfancythat.com/2011/04/fun-in-sun.html">this post</a>! I can't wait to shoot again with S. She's a fabulous model, and revealed to me that when she was younger, that's what she wanted to be when she grew up!! Things have changed since then, but I think she still has a firm grasp on that inner model.<br />
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We've both been so busy with work, that we haven't gotten a chance to go out again and play dress up, but it's definitely in the works. Hopefully, you'll get to see many more shots of S in the future!<br />
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I can't tell you anything about the outfit, because this came from S's closet. I do love the contrast of hard and soft, tough and delicate, when you compare the setting with her look. More to come soon!!.. Jennifer ..http://www.blogger.com/profile/07998591987081035557noreply@blogger.com1