Ricardo Seco Fall 2014

The best finale of every fashion show that I attended was Ricardo Seco, by far! His show was the only full menswear collection that I saw and it did not disappoint. Ricardo Seco is a very infulential Mexican Designer and this was only his third time presenting at NYFW. The "FOREVER" collection was trendy and cool. The styling was incredible; all of the guys sported clean cut looks and some even wore awesome round shades. The garments were inspired heavily by the 60's with their sleek and sophisticated tailoring. Also, Ricardo took a bit of a different turn by using pastels, what are known as, "Spring colors" in the fall collection which set his garments apart from the crowd. The show ended with each model stepping up onto a box and being serenaded by beautiful music that worked so well with the incredible venue of The Angel Orensanz Foundation Center for the Arts.

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xx
Ashley

NYFW Day 1: Erin Fetherston Fall/Winter 2014

Erin Fetherston had to be one of the most beautiful collections I have ever seen! The collection was shown in a presentation at the W hotel Union Square. The vibe of the hotel and the clothes together made me feel like I was being transported back in time. The collection was refined yet flirty, elegant and romantic. Emerald, sapphire and ruby tones made the clothes feminine and light. One of the most stunning elements of the collection was the delicate lace. Although it was definitely inspired by old-fashioned beauties such as Grace Kelly, it still managed to feel fresh and current. Overall, the collection had glamorous, lush, and romantic pieces perfect for lady-like city girls. Above are my 3 favorite pieces.

xx Ashley

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NYFW Day 1: Richard Chai LOVE + Men's Fall/Winter 2014

The first day of New York Fashion Week was a whirlwind! I attended 4 runway shows and 1 presentation. All of which were absolutely amazing in their own ways. Probably the biggest show of the day was Richard Chai. The front row was star studded- Joe Jonas, Colton Haynes, Bryan Greenberg, and Zachary Quinto, just to name a few.

Richard did a perfect job of blending neutral outerwear, sequins, and leather. Jewel tones accented throughout the whole collection. He kept with his signature geometric shapes and opted for stripes, plaid and lace-like prints. Overall, the collection was beautiful and fresh. Above are a few of my favorite looks from the show and a cheeky picture of Colton Haynes and myself after the show.

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xx Ashley
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Photography credit: Matteo Prandoni for BFA

Travel Essentials

As I am packing for New York Fashion Week, I thought it would be a good idea to share a few of my travel essentials. I'm waking up very early tomorrow morning to catch a flight to NYC and I can't wait! Here are just a few things that I think are necessities.

Stay tuned all this week for daily posts about my adventures at Fashion Week starting Thursday!

Ashley
xxx

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Mountain Chic

It's always a challenge to look stylish when you are in a rustic setting. But I've found that if you find the right pieces that aren't too fancy, you can mix and match. In the end, coming up with some really cool, comfortable and realistic outfits.

I put together a list of some of the best pieces to interchange. Jeans are a must. Especially if you are going to be even the slightest bit active on your trip. A good pair of rain boots or cute hiking boots are also important. Find ones that are both cute and comfortable. Scarves and beanies are the best accessories! They are really adorable and don't make you look over done. Best of all, they will keep you warm. Fluffy oversized sweaters are unfussy and comfortable. A good khaki or puffer coat is a staple and completes the look. xxx Ashley

Personal Style

One of the most difficult things in fashion to pinpoint is personal style. I've always battled with myself trying to find one word that describes it all. But then I realized that was impossible. I've finally narrowed it down to three key terms for my style. Edgy. Vintage. Preppy. My style has definitely evolved over the years going from extremely girly to almost goth. But I feel like now, my style reflects my personality perfectly. I created a little piece that shows some of the essentials for my wardrobe. My most used being a really good pair of jeans, a sick leather jacket and a cute pair of booties. I've recently become obsessed with shopping at thrift stores because there are pieces that you know no one else will have. Mixing high end and thrift store finds will always make for a really original and cool outfit. I think an important part about essentials is that they have to be interchangeable. For example, the classic red dress can be edged out by throwing on the leather jacket and adding the studded clutch. Plaid is probably my favorite print out there. You can throw it over a dress or just wear it with a pair of jeans and oxfords. Accessories are also very important. They are the only thing that sets you apart from any other girl wearing the same outfit.
Overall, personal style for me and for anyone is definitely being fearless and not caring what people think about what you are wearing. If you love it, and it feels right, then you will feel and look great.

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Ashley

Hello Everyone

Hello Everyone! I'm Ashley, a young blogger from southern California. I love to travel, take pictures, listen to music, watch films and shop. And that's what my blog is going to be about. I have a lot of amazing events coming up such as New York Fashion Week, Coachella and a lot of other travels. I would love to share them with you, so you can be a part of the adventure as well. Thanks so much for checking out my blog and I will see you guys soon!

x Ashley

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