Lindapendent

I feel like I've been limited to just writing about fashion on this blog, and I dislike that. I know people who have followed me since Cerulean Heels are probably getting annoyed with me, but I'm switching one last time to Lindapendent. I just feel that it represents me much better than this. Thanks for sticking around, and you can always drop me a comment or two on Lindapendent. This blog will still be up.

infinite x's and o's,
- Linda

Wonder Girls

I have been caught red-handed. I have a guilty obsession called Wonder Girls, a Korean pop group with songs that catch on like the Plague. I'm not even Korean, and I can't get these songs out of my head. In fact, I often walk down the halls of my Korean-filled school, mumbling what I think are the lyrics to Nobody, but are closer to gibberish than actual Korean. However, my friends and classmates never miss the tune, and often gasp and exclaim, "WONDER GIRLS!" whenever they hear the familiar "Nobody, nobody, but you..."

Of course, being the little fashionista that I am (and you all are), I never love a band without reviewing the members' styles. So I did, and I was rather pleased with what I saw. They're feminine and girly, but also very clean-cut with their tailored clothing. Sunye (pictured above) even makes pink skinny jeans look cute in a not-so-stereotypical "scene" look. Not to mention, I'm sure Blair Waldorf would approve of that coat. Same goes for Sohee (next to Sunye) with that schoolgirl blazer that is just so darling. She is definitely channeling some prep school chic à la Blair Waldorf, with some Serena boots.

Here are a few more pictures:

Ye Eun with pieces that I really want!


Anyone who knows me knows I have an obsession with coats.
Sohee is currently wearing the next addition to my collection!

I think Korea is the next fashion force in Asia or something. (Actually, that was a lie. I have no idea what's going on over there right now.) My mother went to visit China two months ago, and she said all these Chinese girls were starting to copy the Korean style because that's what's hot right now or something. Yay!? Whatever makes the world a more beautiful place.

I finally updated my music player. There were so many links that were broken, and songs weren't playing. It was too much of a mess for my anal retentive personality. I added a few songs I enjoy, mixed in with classical pieces. (Honestly, who can hate classical music?) A new song is also Nobody by Wonder Girls that I think you all should check out. Actually, watching the video would be the best because the dance is the cutest thing in the world. All right. I've typed too much. Happy reading and listening!

infinite x's and o's,
- Linda

The Colony Club

I usually dislike doing outfit posts because (honestly) I'm lazy. However, the reason I do like to tell people is that I have too little time, and it doesn't make a difference in anyone else's life. I know, I know. Some people read fashion blogs for inspiration, but I almost feel guilty for posting fashion-related posts (esp. outfit posts) because I feel as if I'm preaching. Plus, I feel uncreative sometimes, while being so judgmental about that sort of "Teen Vogue" look that I'm sure you all recognize. (Oh, wait. That's why I feel like I'm preaching.) Anyway, I never did think that "preppy" was creative, no matter how clean and aesthetically pleasing the clothes are. Besides: Honestly, how much pink, green, and argyle can one handle before saying, "That's enough" and removing oneself from Cape Cod for a summer?

Do click on the images to obtain larger pictures.

Coat: Macy's

Tights: Macy's
Blouse: Tommy Hilfiger
Cardigan: J. Crew
Skirt: Wet Seal (Embarrassing, but I cannot lie.)

Anyway, I didn't mean to, but I believe I channeled those women from the Colony Club (minus the Wet Seal). I often think I have the soul of a forty-year-old woman. It's a debilitating condition; I hope no one else ever catches it. Perhaps I should just embrace the WASP within - or just P since that's the only part of the acronym that actually applies. (Haha.)

EDIT: I forgot to include this. I sort of love it.

infinite x's and o's,
- Linda

Sorry

I'm not broodingly artistic.
I don't speak with a poet's tongue.
I'm not hilariously ~*ironic*~.
And my hair doesn't sparkle when it catches the light.
Nor do I have a coquettish laugh.
I'm not whimsical.
And I certainly don't dance with fairies in meadows outside of Paris.
I'm just trying to be someone worth something to society.

The Little (Park Avenue) Princess

I enjoy books about Park Avenue Princesses. Is it sad that I am ashamed to admit it? Probably. Or perhaps it's more pathetic that I enjoy them. I have no idea. I was just reminded of this because while I was cleaning my room, I found a copy of a PAP book.

When I was at Barnes & Nobles one day, picking up an SAT prep book, I spotted Bergdorf Blondes by Plum Skyes. I bought it on a whim because I liked the cover. (Oh, yes, you know you all judge by the cover.) After I bought it, I couldn't put it down! Granted, I had to because I needed to go to school, eat, do homework, etc. However, whenever there was a chance to multi-task, I whipped out the book. (In fact, I'm pretty sure I took my last dose of Gardasil while reading it... It's ironic.)

Anyway, I'm currently working on one because a friend of mine is as well. It's rather cute, and somewhat based on "true events." (As in, what we do and what we enjoy has been taken out of context, drama'd up, and placed in Manhattan.) I'm not very much inclined to post the link to it because I tend to write, then stop for months, and then start again. I wouldn't want to give y'all a dose of this and then just take it all away. So we'll see. I'll keep working on it.

infinite x's and o's,
- Linda

Bulldog, Bulldog, Bow Wow Wow

Oh, Yale... the most elitist out of the Holy Trinity. I admit it: I have always been interested in Yale solely because of its exclusivity. There is something about secret societies and blue bloods that amuses me - or maybe I have a superiority complex. (I wouldn't doubt it.) Granted, I would never apply to a school just for its "cover," so to speak. As pretty and shiny as the school is, it does not have what I need. (Not to mention it would be a huge reach for me.)

However, one of my senior friends just received her Yale acceptance letter for their pre-med program. I know she has been working hard all four years of high school (and even before that), so she deserves it. A few of my other friends also received their acceptance letters - Dartmouth, Carnegie Mellon, NYU, University of Texas, etc. Not to brag (well, maybe just a little), but my school sends plenty of people to top tier universities each year, and it is not uncommon for many IB graduates to enter the Ivies, Little Ivies, or Southern Ivies. Duke is one of the most popular, along with Rice and Emory.

Now, I'm a sensible person and pretty in-touch with reality, so I won't lie: I'm not quite fit for an Ivy. The University of Pennsylvania is my dream school, with NYU following, but U Penn is a huge stretch, and applying to NYU's undergraduate business is no piece of cake. I'm not "stupid" or "lazy," but merely average as far as grades, class rank, and SAT scores go. I'm pretty sure the only thing that sets me apart from all the other Wharton or Stern hopefuls is my love for and dedication to fashion. Yet, when it boils down to it, how many students from the same school and program will top tier universities accept? There seems to be a plethora of students who wish to apply to undergrad business programs, and we all seem to be aiming for the same ones.

Thus, I suppose from now until next fall, I better start finding things that would set me apart from others. I will definitely be looking at potential internships in NYC. Time to look at local designers, modeling agencies, and online magazines...

You know, sometimes I really wish I was Gossip Girl material so I can devise a plan to destroy the Nelly Yukis of the Class of 2010. (Sigh.) Wish me luck, dolls.

infinite x's and o's,
- Linda

Two ravens in the old oak tree.

I always have season nostalgia. In the summer, I wish it was winter. In the spring, I wish it was fall. Generally, I like fall/winter fashion more because I love layers and coats. There are so many more accessories to choose from. Plus, living in Texas, the summer is mostly about how little clothes one can pull off. (Have I ever mentioned that it is incredibly hot here?) Anyway, I love fall - Halloween, Thanksgiving, the leaves... The best part about Texas is that fall lasts about twice as long because there is no winter until February. Granted, that means no White Christmas either, but I think I can live.

I've stumbled upon this spread from Annie Leibovitz. It is part of Vogue's Beauty and the Beast layout. Granted, I'm not particularly fond of Drew Barrymore, but I couldn't resist the Chanel and Dior couture. (Besides, the girl needs some sort of publicity, right? Does she have a new film coming out?)

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Exquisite, isn't it?

infinite x's and o's,
- Linda