REALLY literal - vancouver fashion & travel blog by Christina Chan

Thursday, 4 November 2010

let's myspace it!

(random sweater, Topshop earrings, grandpa's chain, random cage necklace)
photos by me
This is usually my phrase when a group of friends and I try to self take a photo. You all know what I mean ;) I've never actually had a MySpace account... Not too sure why. Anyway, I don't usually like taking MySpace shots of myself because I feel too vain! So please excuse them. On this particular day however, I was feeling especially happy and wanted to document it. The first 2 are test shots but the last one is the real me. You know when you can't stop smiling about something? Yeah... cheesy but true xxx
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Wednesday, 3 November 2010

weekly buys 02

(Aritzia hat & Eat, Pray, Love novel by Elizabeth Gilbert)
photos by me
I've wanted a hat for quite some time now. The obsession started after seeing the cute boater ones that Chanel presented on the runway. I found the perfect one in California with a not so perfect price. So upsetting. After searching high and low I've found one that fits my checklist for a good hat: 1)Price? 2)Color? 3)Material? 4)And most importantly, is it big enough to fit/sit perfectly on my massive head! The only problem is that it's from Aritzia, meaning that you'll probably see the same hat on numerous heads all around Canada. GR8 for the business, not great for me. I find that certain things start to lose their appeal once it becomes TOO mainstream. Anyway, imma keep wearing mine because I love it sooo!

When I went to go buy this book all I could find was the movie cover edition! I usually like buying the original book cover and this time was no exception. I always lose my place when reading and I don't like to dog-ear the pages so a bookmark is a must. Often time I don't see the point of an actual 'bookmark' so I just use random things such as cards, receipts, the fortune from my cookies, anything! In this case it's a Chill Winston business card. I love it there. So... dare I say, chill? xxx
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Tuesday, 2 November 2010

somewhere

photos via nowness.com
Sofia Coppola's newest film. Coming out December 22nd. I can't wait for this! Check out the trailer below xxx
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Monday, 1 November 2010

updated audrey

(Nanette Lepore slip dress, Vivenne Westwood cardigan, random black gloves, Promiscuous heels, Vivienne Westwood pearl choker, Topshop necklaces, Chanel ring)
photos by EY & MC
photo via breakfast at tiffany's
This was my take on Holly Golightly for Halloween. I attempted to imitate the classic look from the movie and the hardest part was the hair! It took a long time and NUMEROUS bobby pins to secure that updo but I was v pleased seeing as how I usually don't like having my hair up... I feel more vulnerable when it is. I'm weird right? Anyway, I watched the movie several times for research (SUCH a loser, I know) and although there are many beautiful scenes and details throughout the movie (i.e. her tassle earplugs, putting on lipstick with the mailbox mirror, her cute mannerisms, keeping her shoes in her fridge, her impeccable style, etc.) my favorite scene is the one pictured above. I just love everything! The vibrant color of the dress, the soft effects of the pillow feathers, and the open door bringing in light despite it being a tragic scene of the movie it just goes to show there's beauty even in the ugliest of times xxx
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Sunday, 31 October 2010

weekly wants 02

photos via noritaka tatehana, idontlikemondays, my wardrobe, & small by nature
How AMAZING are these? The first photo looks like they were made for Lady Gaga herself. I've been collecting photos and references of things I want to buy for my future house/apartment and this gnome-stealing decor is just... well, for lack of a better word, adorable. And who can go wrong with a little leather and lace. Extremely tough and delicate simultaneously? Yes please. And I wouldn't say no to the hauntingly beautiful pearl headpiece. Oh, happy Halloween everyone! I'm v excited at the prospect of seeing what costumes everyone has in store for this year. Apparently Lady Gaga, Avatar's and... Snooki (am I the only one who doesn't watch Jersey Shore?) are popular choices. I love it when people fully commit to their costumes. Do it right or don't do it at all... no? xxx
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