Remember that very first post of Tirvani's? Well, consider this a throwback to the good ol' days.
We bring to you, another fabulous Things We Love Compilation.

I'm not obssessed.

What a joke, I so am. Literally, spent a whole Saturday studying in-depth, not for the Spanish test I had on Monday [which by now has been moved to next Monday because we don't know Spanish, but I digress...] but researching, watching, and learning about Beyoncé.

Some excellent finds, no? The photos are of Beyoncé, and are from Italian Vogue.
What a great day that was.

{For more information, visit Beyoncé's site here}

Wow.

Check them out! I thoroughly enjoyed it, so just passing it on to you my lovelies. 

This is what beauty really is.

Hurrah for the cute, talented Asian babies of the world.

Mine, mine, mine!

Free People. Need I say more?

Personally, I think everyone should subscribe to their emails. I did, and it changed my life.

{click here for the product}

Can I Just Say...

...that Fashion Week is an excellent idea? Whoever thought of having a week filled beyond the brim of wonderful, whimsical, usually-not-functional fashion is pure genius.

That being said, recently in our Spanish class, we had to make a presentation on a Latino (or is Hispanic more PC?) celebrity. Now some chose Shakira, another Enrique Iglesias (who, though may be 37-ish, is still lookin' mighty fine), but I, yes I, chose Oscar de la Renta. And honestly, it was the best choice. I got to watch fashion show after fashion show after fashion show... all for homework. Now I would be glad to post the finished product (a movie) for you, but alas, it's in Spanish.

But, going to back to Fashion Week, Oscar de la Renta? Brava brava brava.

But besides the creepy clapping hands with no body, that show was fabulous. And now you may be asking yourself, 'how in the world does she know? Was she at Fashion Week?' But alas, I was not there. Though in fact, I could've there, thanks to a wonderful thing called Youtube. In a nutshell, Youtube had a live feed of Fashion Week, as well as some wonderful wonderful person who posted de la Renta's entire Spring 2012 line.

You're welcome.

Some of my favorite looks? A must.

And I'm not really sure if I like this... but it sure is interesante...

Oscar de la Renta, how I love you.

Mine, mine, mine!

I <3 Asos.

{photo and product are located here}

Mine, mine, mine!

Not gonna lie... seen these connected necklace and earrings things around, and I would definitely not mind owning a pair. But think of their potential safety hazard...

{above photo and product from here}

Picture Montage

We Tirvani folks love taking pictures! It's always fun to take pics of some lovely summer memories. This summer I went to a photography camp and took some pretty artsy photos. Check them out:

Pretty legit huh?

So pretty, like model, cheerleader, something pretty.

The title for this post comes to us from an Angela Anjelah Johnson video. 

And old, but excellent video.

But other than that... to the point of this post. What I am about to share with you, is basically the epitome of pretty pictures. Yes, it could be considered "old news" by any technical standards, but the beauty that is captured within these pictures can forever withstand the holds of time.

Deep huh?

These photographs come from an editorial spread called "The Magic of Colors" in Vogue China that came out in 2009. 

An oldie but a goodie.
Beautiful, no?

{for more information about this editorial, and to see the clothes (and from what collection) made up the outfits that were photographed, click here to see an article from tomandlorenzo.com about it}

Jungle book

An update to this post... because I thought it so fitting:

We are a tribe. Fashionable, cool, fierce, courageous, strong, loud. From this day forward you will also be known as Master Bandits (generated from the clan name generator). And you can hear us roar. The animal in you better come out... ferocious as Survivor or any other "jungle-y" shows out there. Except Survivor basically sucks, no offense. Actually, no, take offense. Watch the Amazing Race. Seriously so much better.

1. Warehouse Tribal Printed Maxi dress $86.20  2. Yochi Leopard Print Drop Earrings $54 
3. Tori Praver Tribal Bikini $188  4. Tribal Print Jersey Top $14.80  
5. Tribal Woven Scarf $6.80  6. Woven Tribal Print Dress $17.80  7. Abstract Tribal Print Skirt $13.80 

Kidding, I'm just kidding. You can't hear me roar, because I only roar on special occasions :)

Disclaimer: Sorry for all the Forever 21 products; I promise we're not endorsed by them or anything... Also, another apology for the crap intro.

Forgive me for my sins.

Trend Forecaster!

TRENDS. TRENDS. TRENDS. These are what shape our fashion industry nowadays. But don't pay attention to trends too much, just have a basic idea about what new ideas are out there. BELIEVE ME, trends come and go, but something that seems "out of style" will be in style in the next ten years, so NEVER throw anything out according to trends. Now, you may ask yourself, who sets these trends? YOU. DO. I know it's hard to believe, but anyone can be a trend-setter or a trend-follower. Trends come from what other people see and like, so don't take it as an insult if you see someone wearing the same shoes as you. After all, copying someone is the most sincerest form of flattery. Just to give you a basic idea of some new trendy trends out there, here are a few according to polyvore.com:

Slingback pumps are HUGE right now, and why wouldn't they be, they're all SUPER comfy!

And a new store that is HUGE right now in the UK (to give you some universal fashion insight!) is TopShop by Kate Moss. Some of their stuff is expensive, but BELIEVE ME its a good investment. Check it out! topshop.com. A few of my fave tops from there:

Whether you follow them or not, you gotta love some trends.

A new favvorite

Before I start this post, thanks to the lovely ppl at llamafont.com:

(The above reads: hi there friend. thanks for visiting our blog!)


Thanks to an after-school conversation with a really cool friend named Tina, I've learned something (or rather learned about someone new) today. Kumi Yamashita. Or as I like to call her, Yumi Kumi. I'm pretty sure these images speak for themselves. (But if you really don't get it... she uses shadows and the positioning of light to create the images you see)

{all images shown are found from google image searches}

Mine, mine, mine!

Ooooh! Gimme gimme gimme! It's said, "Ask and ye shall receive". So consider this my asking. Yes my birthday has passed... but that''s not stopping me!

And yes, I do realize that a couple of these items are ENTIRELY not appropriate for me to wear at my age (nothing scandalous, don't worry) but hey! A girl can dream can't she? And I do plan to grow up eventually....

{ASOS Harem pants, Staple Woven Slouchy Harem Pants $134.48 $50.20; FOREVER 21 Ring, Shimmering Scattered Rhinestone Ring $5.80; FOREVER 21 Bangles, Funky Wood and Metallic 3-Bracelet Set $6.80; ASOS Jacket, Hitched Hem Trench $116.55; AMERICAN APPAREL Tutu, Multi-Layered Reversible Petticoat $74; DSW Bootie, SM Women's Menlo Platform Bootie $39.94; KARMALOOP Shirt, The Mr. Madame Button-Up W/ Fringe $50; VERSACE Shoes, Leather Platform Ankle Boots (no longer available) $350}

Oh new york city

The Big Apple. Concrete Jungle (where dreams are made of). The Empire State. The Capital of the World. The City That Never Sleeps.

And don't forget the street fashion there.

New york city is known for so many things but the street fashion there... amazing!

Let's just be honest here. I am living out my current life in Silicon Valley, but when it comes time for college-- New York City here I come! (most likely... cross your fingers!)

Thanks to the beautiful people at streetpeeper.com, I have been able to access pictures of people who have graced the streets of New York City. Going through these pictures is awesome. There is so much personal style in the beautiful City of New York, and it's my wonderful pleasure to share with you some of my favorite finds.

A vintage(inspired) coat topped with fur for the win. Green green green! Earth week at our school, and I thought this look was very appropriate. But maybe without the fur... but then again. It's just so fabulous! :P
Just look at it! So put together, and hopefully warm... look at the snow in the background. Not a fan...

Can't you tell I just love feux fur? I don't know what it is about this outfit... It just looks effortlessly chic. Leather shorts, a plus. The small little bowtie, a definite plus. And those glasses are perfect secret agent attire. A plus.
The outfit must have taken some time to put together, but you would never know. Not exactly minimalist, but definitely less is more for this look. 

Eh meh gosh. Can I have this, please? It looks so warm and comfortable, yet clearly fashionable. The perfect outfit.
Cozy and stylish.
It reminds me of Ugly Betty's poncho... but pretty! Very very very pretty to be sure! And to match with the checkered shirt? Who would-a thunk? The whole outfit... it just looks so good. You just have to put it all together.

Ah yes New York City. How I envy you. So many shows filmed there. So much fashion to indulge in...

Silicon Valley on the other hand... mergadoodle (urban-dictionary it).


{photos from streetpeeper.com and google images search: New York}

Fashion-ista it up

OH FASHION. Shoes, Hair Accesorries, dresses, tops, jackets, pants. All amazing finds! But the most important part of fashion is styling yourself, being unique in your own way. Whether your style is indie-vintage, preppy, or boho, styling your outfits is a true sense of self.

First of all, NEVER follow the status-quo, dress yourself how you like too. Don't be afraid of others judging you, go crazy! Life is full of chances, and fashion is definitely one of them. Shop at your fave stores, and look for bargains.

*A helpful tip: Instead of buying one really expensive item of clothing, go on a splurge and buy an array of different clothes! For more expensive items go to: modcloth.com or American Apparel, if you like to be on the cheaper side, Forever 21 Vintage and H&M are amazing brands while being on the cheap side of the price tag.

Needless to say, GO ALL OUT. BE CRAZY. EXPRESS YOURSELF. But make SURE you have the perfect outfit, while it is okay to lounge in sweats and a zip up over the weekend, whenever you go out, make sure you look your best! After all, 1st impressions are everything darling!

*Helpful tip: To dress down an outfit- Add a piece of more casual clothing, such as a big comfy sweater or a chunky necklace with dress. Or you can add a pair of funky colored tights to a a fancy dress. To dress things down- always add a baggy sweater or a chunky necklace. This gives it a casual theme while still making it CLASSY :)

Last Tip: Remember, don't mismatch a lot of things, but do a few so you can keep it interesting. If you wear all one color, it probably isn't the BEST choice. Mix-n-match isn't a bad thing, but know when to stop. Also, just choose a few accesories, because if you have too many you will look WAYYY to busy.

GOOD LUCK!
{photos thanks to modcloth.com)

A Love-ly Mixtape

Hi everyone! One of the things that I love a lot is music, so I've made a mixtape consisting of some of my favorite songs. You can download all 18 songs for free here.

1. Osaka Loop Line // Discovery

• This has a fun rhythm to it and is great for listening to anytime.

2. Every Goliath Has Its David // The Boy Least Likely To

• The ultimate feel-good song, I think! Even the title sounds promising.

3. Happy As Can Be // Cut Off Your Hands

• I feel that this song is a little bittersweet, but I like it all the same. 

4. Santa Marina // For Serious This Time

• I can't really tell what most of the lyrics are, but it's super catchy and very upbeat.

5. If Looks Could Kill // Camera Obscura

• Influenced by The Supremes and Jimmy Webb (just to name a few), Camera Obscura's third EP "Let's Get Out Of This Country" is fantastic. This song is my go-to for days when I feel less than okay.

6. Crystalised // the XX

• A little dark, but then again...not? Anyways, the XX were ranked #9 on Rolling Stone's "best of the year" list in 2009, and all of their songs are pretty great.

7. GfC // Albert Hammond, Jr.

• This song reminds me of warm days with lots of sunlight. (trivia: Albert Hammond, Jr. is a part of the Strokes (see track no. 16).)

8. D.A.N.C.E. (MSTRKRFT Remix) // Justice

• Whether you realize it or not, I'm sure you've heard the original song before. This remix is my favorite!

9. What You Know // Two Door Cinema Club

• This is the most catchy out of all their songs. I think it was influenced by the old rock band Rooney, but it's just a theory!

10. Hummingbird // Born Ruffians

• Born Ruffians has a very raw style that I really enjoy. It's hard to explain, make sure to listen to this one!

11. Boy Lilikoi // Jónsi

• Jónsi is a part of the post-rock band Sigur Rós, which also has a lot of great music. Although most of their songs are in Icelandic, they're skilled enough to get their message across through the music itself.

12. Green Eyes // Wavves

• Another lo-fi song! Wavves are becoming pretty popular, and with good reason.

13. they'll like me when i'm sick // flatsound

• This is one of those depressing songs that I torture myself with when I'm already sad. But it's a great song nevertheless!

14. Baby Don't Go // Dum Dum Girls

• Another melancholic lo-fi song, that's a little bit more sad in my opinion.

15. Cause=Time // Broken Social Scene

• It's a very mellow song, and I like listening to it while doing homework.

16. 12:51 // The Strokes

• I love this song so much! It's slightly playful (or more so than their other songs, anyways), and it's just really fun to listen to.

17. The Afterlife // YACHT

• Unless you're already a fan of electronic artists such as Crystal Castles or the XX (see track no. 6), you'll find this song pretty weird. But it's an acquired taste; give it a try!

18. White Corolla // Casiotone for the Painfully Alone

• The narrative lyrics may seem a little cliche at first, but the song itself is one of my absolute favorites. I pretty much recommend all songs by Casiotone for the Painfully Alone! (Love Connection is peculiar but amazing, and I like to think that Hot Boyz mocks popular music nowadays.)

Have fun listening, and I hope you enjoy these songs as much as I do!                       --J

Shoes: The Love of My Life

I think my obsession with shoes started around the time I was 3 and watched Cinderella for the first time. Most people like Cinderella because of the whole “Rags to Riches” theme. However, 3-year old me took away a much deeper meaning: “with a good pair of shoes, anything’s possible. I mean, after all, if Cinderella hadn’t had her special glass slippers, she never would have gotten married to her prince. Obviously. And so began my search for the perfect pair of shoes. Although unlike Cinderella would lead you to believe, I don’t think there’s just one perfect pair of shoes. So far, I’ve found at least 15 perfect pairs. One for each occasion, as needed. Below are just a few of my faves:

Edgy and comfortable, these are seriously the best pair of combat boots I’ve ever had. The inside is a bright, metallic blue and the fabric on the sides prevent them from being just any old boring pair of boots. Love them!!

Jimmy Choo wows again with these delicate and gorgeous sandals. Sadly, these simply stunning silver sandals are probably a little much for my everyday life, but you never know when you’ll need a pair of shoes to give you a confidence boost, which these high heels surely will!

Perfect for walking around the streets of New York (or you know…any city…) fashionable sneakers have saved my life more times than I can count. They’re cute, they’re comfortable, and they’re great for making sure you don’t get blisters when you’re out walking. Simply put, I don’t know what I’d do without them. 

My perfect shoe criteria? In order of importance: cute, unique, and comfortable.

Simply put, shoes rock my socks off.