What I'm Wearing: Busy Bee

So guys, I've totally neglected my baby. My blog should turn me in for abuse. I've just been so busy and when I'm not busy it seems I've been too lazy. Even though my pictures did not turn out good I decided to woman up and get a post together. :)

This past Saturday I had a busy day. We put on a fashion Knee Length Prom Dresses show for work to show off our fall/back-to-school collection and I was in charge of models and putting the looks together. I went into high stress (read: psycho) mode when several models I had booked flaked on me last minute. So guess who got her bootay up on the runway? You guessed it, this girl right here, and let me tell you I worked it out. My inner diva so needed that.

Anyway the outfit above is what I wore with the intention of styling models backstage. I paired black skinnies with a red cami, cheetah inset black blazer, statement necklace and Dalmation print, bow-adorned heels.view more

 Pants and Blazer: Maurices, Statement Necklace: Clothes Mentor,

 Handbag: Vintage from Antique Store, Heels: Style & Co (gift from mom)

Then after the fashion show/ work I had a wedding reception to run off to, so I went home and changed as quickly as possible into a dress and heels and went back out the door. The sun going down created a lot of awkward shadowing in all of these pics, so ignore that :)

Well guys, I finished my second Warrior Dash. It was an awesome time, even though I could not move the next day.  In typical Kassi fashion, I decided to stand out a bit by putting a lovely plastic tiara on my head and a sash that read 2012 Warrior Princess. This was a last minute decision that caused my brother to tell me he would be running nowhere near me. Pffft. What fun is that?

I came to run this bad boy with all guys and at 3/4 a mile in it was becoming clear that with my lack of training (Read: No running whatsoever) I was not going to be able to keep up. As I told them to go on ahead, some lovely ladies said I could run with them and I had a great time laughing and making friends along the way!

Hello, Ladies and Gents! I hope you all have an absolutely fabulous weekend! I'm heading out for a few days. Wish I could say it was going to be relaxing, but instead I will be running the Warrior Dash for the second year in a row. The difference this year? I haven't ran at all in a long time. This could get interesting. I will probably throw up or die, or throw up then die. Good times. In all seriousness though, it is a good time. I have no plan of breaking the land speed record or anything so there will be no need to look for my name in the Guiness.view more

Hello, loves! Today I may have got a little sparkle crazy with my outfit, but sometimes a girl just needs to feel like a classy disco ball. Am I right? I paired silver metallic flecked shorts with an embellished tank, a simple blazer, bow and bling adorned flats and bow earrings. So my mom bought me these shoes the other day and I think they are so amazing.  It's hard to tell all of the details (see picture below) but they are a beautiful blue sparkly material with a gorgeous embellishment. Swoon. I loved them so much I knew I needed to build an outfit around it.view more

Hello my loves! Hope you all have been enjoying your weekend. I know I have! Yesterday, I was invited out to a local (and totally charming) tea house to have lunch with my mom and two of her best friends. First of all let's just roll it out there that I am not that into tea. Never have been, but I love gourmet lunches so how could I say no? So how does one even dress for tea? I'm not gonna pretend to be all high society, when clearly I'm not, but it was totally fun putting together a tea time look.

When I think of having tea, I think of dignified ladies wearing hats and gloves. One out of two isn't bad, right? I broke out a Jason Wu for Target dress that has been hanging in my closet with the tags on it for way too long, belted it with a striped belts and finished the look with some red peep-toe pumps. I thought the overall look was tea house appropriate and the meal was absolutely delicious.view more

Sexy A-line Sweetheart Beaded High Low Prom Dress

Silhouette: A-line 

Neckline: Sweetheart 

Waist: Natural 

Hemline/Train: High Low 

Sleeve Length: Sleeveless 

Embellishments: Crystal Detail 

Fabric: Chiffon 

Built-In Bra: Yes 

Fully Lined: Yes 

Shown Color: Pink, Purple 

Body Shape: Hourglass, Inverted Triangle, Misses 

Occasion: Prom, Cocktail, Homecoming 

Season: Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer

Miu Miu dresses lead the fashion trend 2011

The coral color gown can certainly cause you to outstanding the point is. If you wish to try using the bold and bright style, choose the color for the coming party. Turquoise decoration coral gown wonderfully. You might decide for other decorations like a turquoise jewelry or simply a turquoise bag which shows a female yet fashion elegance. Nude color trends to become increasingly more fashion Sweetheart Prom Dresses nowadays, you can observe many famous stars wear this color to special day. Nude gains a full-length dress offers an angelic appearance. Its easy that you should function as the pay of everyone's attention at any event. Silk or chiffon may be the right option for this color. Big brands also give people the sensation of honorable and different, dresses from miu miu can offer the vigour you would like. And also the fashion elements it leads are widely well-liked by women around the globe.view more

The substantial stomach within the country costume outfit could make models for that slender gal. On the other hand fretting hand, the draping blouse could hide unwelcome designs for the full-figured girl. The precise halter attire is fantastic for creating a pretty appear about prom day despite shape. With a brand new halter outfit, the key purpose is certainly delivered to the top versus for that body. This gown may also uncover greater bit of complexion. How women pick their very own suited dress wear if they are bottom-heavy figure?  view more

Rentals, small rearfoot, or even more rearfoot may possibly many fit interior just a little a person's individuality as well as your distinct vogue. Just about all females think that there may often be an immensely best prom wedding dress for you personally along with just about any real stature. Everybody won't choose long-established lengthy prom wedding dress about this period of time. They'll probably think that which confined prom gowns will certainly make identical conception associated with natural splendor.view more

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Sheath one shoulder beaded mermaid prom dress features asymmetrical ruching and a sexy lace up back for a perfect fit.

A sparkling floral detail is embellished to the thin one shoulder strap. Gathered empire waist creates a slender waist and flatter your figure.

The gracefully flared full length skirt trails slightly in back for an enticing look.

Fabric: Silk like satin

Style: Sheath style, one shoulder with floral embellishment, gathered waist, mermaid style, floor length

Washing: Hand wash/dry clean separately, hang dry, iron at low temperature, no chlorine bleaching, less than 10 minutes soak time

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HOW TO GET THE BEST DEALS FOR A PERFECT PROM DRESS

A prom evening, generally, are usually probably the most enjoyable evening of the existence. However, the most crucial factor to include elegance for your prom evening may be the Prom Dress. These Prom Dresses could be remarkably costly, but, if you’re able to spare just a little additional time, be a little more creative, and become lucky, you are able to lay your hands around the perfect dress that you’ll love, saving lots of money. This, I believe is sufficient to help make your buddies jealous, for that evening. When the finances are an problem along with you, searching the 2nd hands outfit stores, that provides top quality clothes in an affordable cost. One other good choice is to look for an outlet, which will give you the option of swapping your old clothes, for the money. You are able to sensibly use that cash, which you’ll earn by selling your old gown, for buying, a pleasant Prom Dress. Bearing in mind, the necessity of the youthful people, the majority of the second hands dress stores have the choice, for Prom Dresses. Just in case, you’re more bent for the fashion prom dress 2013 , you can buy a Prom Dress, from the second-hands store and provide it your personal creative touch, with the addition of jewels or any other touches towards the Prom Dress.view more

To convey the originality, a prom dress is worn also it reflects the symbol of status. In line with the historic evidence, the initial prom made an appearance within the later a part of 1800s. The prom dresses switched to function as the official stamp around the culture of the USA throughout time of nineteen fifties. Throughout Eisenhower epoch, prom dresses made an appearance to focus on the shapely figure of the girl. Tulle or lace was used to create Ballerina-length skirts which is broadened from nipped waists. There have been the center-formed bodices that introduced the chest in in the forefront. Similarly, the swan-typed necks were normally left uncovered. To supply the innocence towards the dresses, the palettes accustomed to bend to pastels.view more

Because the spring blooms, selecting ideal prom dresses for women are true most significant things. This season of 2013, attires for proms are only for elegance, classical and elegant. Including red-colored carpets clothes, if you have been types of gorgeous strapless, one shoulder or halter lengthy dress should be OK. No skirts could be more elegant than lengthy styles Prom dresses Above 200 . The growing season of 2013 may be the year for women to exhibit their sophistication.view more

Fabric:    Tencel + Satin + Organza

Style:      Sheath style, high waist, one shoulder, ruched bodice, embroidery flower to shoulder, floor-length

Washing: Hand wash/dry clean separately, hang dry, iron at low temperature, no chlorine bleaching, less than 10 minutes soak time

Length/cm: 135

This gown is graceful and classic. It is crafted in silky and flowing tencel and satin fabric in bright red color.

Designed with the impressive embroidery flower shoulder and ruched bodice that create a slender waist.this dress

will have all eyes on you. If you are looking for a bright color evening dress for a formal occasion, this is a good selection.view more

ABBEY LEE KERSHAW MAKES HER RETURN WITH GUCCI’S FALL 2013 CAMPAIGN

The Kershaw Comeback – Casual Prom Dresses Australian model Abbey Lee Kershaw took a break from modeling to act in the upcoming “Mad Max: Fury Road” film. We have seen her in a few things this past year, but what better way to make her official return than star in the fall 2013 campaign from Gucci? The alluring beauty trades in her previously blonde locks for black tresses in the studio images shot by Mert & Marcuswhich also feature male model Adrien Sahores. The dark look reminds us of Rooney Mara in “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” complete with leather, autumn shades and a slick coif.view more

Jennifer in Proenza Schouler – Promoting the upcoming “Hunger Games” film, “Catching Fire”, actress Jennifer Lawrence stepped out at San Diego Comic Con yesterday. The blonde wore a cropped top and skirt look from Proenza Schouler along with Nicholas Kirkwood shoes.view more

Lindbergh Essay – For the latest issue of More Magazine, the publication features a photo essay retrospective of prolific German photographer Peter Lindbergh’s (2b Management) work. The image maker has shot for magazines such as the American version of Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar as well as clients like Chanel, Bottega Veneta and David Yurman. With images featuring fashion Ball Gown Prom Dresses  stars such as Jessica Chastain,Nicole Kidman, Angela Lindvall, Amber Valletta and others; Lindbergh’s black and white photographs are dreamy yet cinematic and always memorable.view more

Silhouette: Sheath/Column 

Neckline: One Shoulder 

Waist: Natural 

Hemline/Train: Short/Mini 

Sleeve Length: Short Sleeve 

Embellishments: Pleats, Pick Up Skirt 

Fabric: Elastic Woven Satin 

Built-In Bra: Yes 

Fully Lined: Yes 

Shown Color: Black, Sky Blue 

Body Shape: Hourglass, Pear, Rectangle 

Occasion: Prom, Cocktail, Homecoming 

Season: Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer

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Another Couture Myth Buster

Bouchra Jarrar belongs to the modern couture camp. Her day clothes tend to be masculine-influenced, with long, sleeveless jackets and Perfectos with black trousers, while she returns again and again to sparingly cut dresses in silk. The refinement showed this season in dresses that beautifully combined blush pink, ivory and beige, and skimmed over the body. What perhaps isn’t obvious is the texture of her original fabrics, like a heavy silk woven from multiple shades of cream and ivory for her jackets. A black-and-white silk weave, used for sharp jackets, suggests an industrial material. Her clothes demand that you look close — at the amount of asymmetry in her designs, at the careful way she sets a zipper, so that the silver teeth become the merest line of decoration.view mroe

Fashion — 

Little Black Dress

particularly 1970s and early ’80s fashion — is having a bit of a moment in London.

On the heels of its blockbuster exhibition devoted to the style of David Bowie, a show that has been drawing huge crowds since it opened in March (and that runs through Aug. 11), the Victoria and Albert Museum in South Kensington is about to unveil an exhibition that takes a close look at the club-inspired styles Long Prom Dresses of London in the 1980s.

Called “Club to Catwalk,” the show, which opens on Wednesday and runs through Feb.16, 2014, features the distinctive looks of the young British designers just beginning to make their names then — among them, Katherine Hamnett, Jasper Conran, Paul Smith and John Galliano — as well as the influences of the gender-bending night-life fixture Leigh Bowery and the New Romantic pop star Adam Ant.view mroe

Since they formed six short years ago surf-punk group The Drab Doo Riffs have accomplished plenty. The Auckland-based five-piece has opened for a string of big name acts including The Cult and Blondie, toured the country extensively, and apparently they have even licensed music to Mountain Dew soda. All fine notches but, somewhat surprisingly, they haven’t yet released an album. There is a method to the madness. The group, which is becoming increasingly known for its brand of 1960s throwback rock ‘n’ roll on hyperdrive, has just release the fourth in a series of well-received EPs. Speaking from his Thames home following the sell-out release party for the Aquatic Ape Theory EP, Drab Doo Riff ringleader Karl Steven explains that the shortened format suits the group’s punchy style.

“I guess it’s just unpretentious, that’s the way I feel about it, and it’s not intimidating for us as artists,” says Steven. “With an album you usually empty out your whole catalogue, unless you are incredibly prolific. You know, you take all your best songs and you use them up and then you are left with nothing and you have to start again. I don’t like that rhythm so much. By doing EPs we are always able to have a few up out sleeve for the next record.”view more

Is this your first time showcasing a zine? If not, where have you presented zines before?

Potroast is up to issue 11. Most of the past issues were showcased at Auckland and Wellington Zinefests. In fact Issue 10 sold out at Wellington Zinefest last year two weeks after the launch! We were pretty stoked about that.view more

A bread and butter letter is a handwritten thank you note usually expressing gratitude for G-rated overnight hospitality. It got its name from being delivered at eleven o’clock the next morning, when the ex-hosts were eating – you guessed it – bread and butter! Sarah Firmston saw the phrase in an olden day etiquette book and thought it perfectly encapsulated the vibe and ethos of the business she owns with good friend Rose Howcroft. The Bread and Butter Letter, on 225 K’Rd, is full of reasonably priced, locally designed goodies – clothing, jewellery, homewares, accessories, teas, and anything crafty or cute. I caught up with Sarah on a rainy Wednesday afternoon in her beautiful shop, where she was kind enough to answer my questions below:view more

Silhouette: A-line

Neckline: V-neck

Waist: Empire

Hemline/Train: Floor length

Sleeve Length: Ruffle sleeve

Embellishments: Beading, Ruching, Ruffles, Lace

Fabric: Tencel

Built-In Bra: Yes 

Fully Lined: Yes 

Shown Color: White

Body Shape: Hourglass, Inverted Triangle, Misses 

Occasion: Evening, Prom

Season: Spring, Summer , Fall, Winter view more

TRS804: Richmond Mural Project Update, Gaia and Ever finish up

Gaia finished up his piece on the corner of Rowland and Main St. today. You might recognize this wall from an earlier post during the RMP that showed an outline that had been started by local tattoo artist Jesse Smith. Because of problems with the lift and some other administrative issues, Jesse was not able to finish in the window of time he had allotted for his mural so the wall was passed on to Gaia. He produced a very Richmond-esque piece that features a monument labeled “Smith" for Captain John Smith holding a ship. Smith was a British soldier who “left his mark" on the Jamestown region of Virginia and was the beneficiary of the generous actions of Pocohontas and other indigenous peoples of the area. The James River is rising over the landscape in front of the monument and provides a stark contrast to most of RVA’s monuments which look out over the lush greenery of Monument Avenue or the Richmond Capitol building.view more

Being in a band with members all across the country can be extremely difficult, but imagine playing in a band with members who also live in Europe as well. This is reality for Red Dons, the punk rock quintet whose members reside in LA, Portland, Rhode Island, and London, and who play in RVA this Saturday. All of the members originally hailed from Portland, but everyone in the band has moved around extensively throughout their lives, and Burns mentions that between the four of them that are currently in the band, they’ve collectedly lived in Louisiana, California, Germany, Thailand, and Jordan as well.view more

Art Whino and RVA Magazine present the 2013 Richmond Mural Project reception, taking place at Selba on Saturday, July 27. Beginning at noon and continuing til 6 PM, stop by Selba, located at 2416 W. Cary St, for an all-day reception featuring live painting and signing by muralists, as well as live music from Long Jawns, Mike Kemetic of Audio Mass Transit, and DJ Phenom. It'll be a blast--we hope to see you there! view more

We get so many Special Event requests for wedding suggestions during the summer, we thought to bring the advice to the masses. Each week we will spotlight one kind of wedding and each day one specific look for it. This week, we're focusing on weddings hosted at a vineyard, and today in particular a quirky, trendy look. Satin Prom Dresses uk Pass us a slice of cake! view more

Among other things, this blog will spotlight the enviable style of real, modern women. How do they manage to look great while juggling their busy lives? Up next is blogger Jo-Lynne Shane.view more

We get so many Special Event requests for wedding suggestions during the summer, we thought to bring the advice to the masses. Each week we will spotlight one kind of wedding and each day one specific look for it. This week, we're focusing on weddings hosted at a vineyard, and today in particular guests who go for a sexy look. Let's pop the champagne! view more

The 10 finalists for this year’s CFDA/Vogue Fashion Plus Size Prom Dress Fund were announced on Wednesday evening, and this being the fund’s 10th year, the organizers decided to have a big reveal.view more

Marcus Wainwright (left) and David Neville (right) of Rag & Bone with Anna Wintour.

Silhouette: A-line 
Neckline: One Shoulder 
Waist: Natural 
Hemline/Train: High Low 
Sleeve Length: Sleeveless 
Embellishments: Ruching/Pleated, Beading, Draping 
Fabric: Tencel 
Built-In Bra: Yes 
Fully Lined: Yes 
Shown Color: Watermelon, Royal Blue 
Body Shape: Hourglass, Inverted Triangle, Rectangle 
Occasion: Prom, Evening 
Season: Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer,view more

Twerkin' It: Epic Fest 2013 (Part I)

This year’s Epic Fest has officially ended. Promoters from Slapdash have said that the festival was a great success, with excellent turnouts at all five shows that were held over the four days of the event. I ended up attending two different nights of the fest: Project Wake Up at Infuzion on Wednesday, and The Twerk Shop at Kingdom on Friday. Having never actually been to a hip hop show, I wasn’t exactly sure what to expect. What I could gather from what I knew about the people performing at each show and the venues themselves, Sexy Prom Dresses I could tell that Project Wake Up was going to be a more local-oriented showcase of rappers and emcees, and Twerk Shop was going to be a big ass-dance party.view more

This August 17, the fourth annual GWAR-B-Q will take place at Hadad’s Lake, and it's looking to be the best GWAR-B-Q yet! In fact, this year's festivities are apparently too big to be contained in one event, as the Slave Pit has just announced that along with the GWAR-B-Q, a B4-B-Q will take place then night before at the Canal Club. There will also be a GWA-fter Party once the GWAR-B-Q has ended.view more

Saturday, June 27 was the closing night of Epic Fest 2013 at Aurora. The lineup was a solid mix of underground rappers, including both locals and out-of-towners. Every artist was given a fifteen minute time slot and the sets had minimal--if any--breaks in between; this gave the show a cypher vibe, Tulle Prom Dresses but at times it felt a bit rushed.view more

A-line One Shoulder Beading Beige Chiffon Evening Dress

Silhouette: A-line 

Neckline: One Shoulder 

Waist: Natural 

Hemline/Train: Floor Length 

Sleeve Length: Sleeveless 

Embellishments: Beading, Ruching, Rhinestone, Sequins 

Fabric: Chiffon 

Built-In Bra: Yes 

Fully Lined: Yes 

Shown Color: Beige 

Body Shape: Hourglass, Inverted Triangle, Misses 

Occasion: Prom, Evening 

Season: Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer

VLADIMIR IVANOV MODELS Z ZEGNA’S FORMAL STYLES FOR NORDSTROM

Style Now!–Definitely one of Nordstrom’s favorite faces for the summer season, model Vladimir Ivanov is back in the studio wearing this time a selection of formal designs that come straight from Z Zegna’s spring/summer 2013 collection. Clad in sartorial two-piece suits, available in a classic palette of colors, Vladimir updates the classic business style Shop Prom Dresses with cotton shirts in graphic patterns or in rich plain colors, pairing them with his ribbed short socks, proving that great style is a matter of attention to details.view more

Pitt in the City–Shot in New York City, photographer Glen Luchford captures the fall/winter 2013 campaign of Rag & Bone. Featuring American actor Michael Pitt in black & white images, Rag & Bone hones in on their core menswear essentials for the season with sharp jackets complemented by the label’s signature basics. view more

Man of Dunhill–Man of Steel actor Henry Cavill tackles an evening embrace for Dunhill’s Black fragrance campaign. Photographed by Alistair Taylor Young, Cavill dons a fine tuxedo for the striking campaign image.view more

One Shoulder Empire Beading Chiffon Prom Dress

Silhouette: A-line 

Neckline: One Shoulder 

Waist: Empire 

Hemline/Train: Floor Length 

Sleeve Length: Sleeveless 

Embellishments: Crystal 

Fabric: Chiffon 

Built-In Bra: Yes 

Fully Lined: Yes 

Shown Color: Fuchsia, Blue 

Body Shape: Hourglass, Inverted Triangle, Misses 

Occasion: Prom, Evening 

Season: Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer