living and learning

"Growing up people would constantly say don't be naive or seem like

you know everything. True, but I just knew more than I should."

- (Via: @MrForteFPC)

truth

Life isn't about finding yourself.

Life is about creating yourself.

(Unknown)

tie-dye

taking it easy..

I so love thing ring!

looking towards the future..

denim, lace, and day dreaming.

I have been on the hunt for a oversized denim jacket for the longest time.. I went from thrift store to thrift store and still no luck.. I just happened to rush over to American Apparel during my break at work and there it was.. Hanging up on the first rack my eyes laid on.. It was waiting for me to purchase it! While I was in there I also purchased a laced cream one piece.

"Take these material things, they don't mean nothing, its you that I want"

gloomy

"Take it slow, take is easy one me, shed some light, shed some light on me please".

-Feist

I wore my Spring Courts for the first time and they are the most comfortable shoe ever. I got so many compliments on them and of course there were some that complained my shoes were to bright.

orange

Update: Hello everyone I have been so busy lately with work. I feel like that has been the story of my life all summer. School is just around the corner and I couldn't be happier. Do you ever have those moments where you feel like running away? Well that's exactly how I feel right now. Lately I have been thinking to myself and have come to a conclusion what my next step is going to be. I was offered an educational opportunity in San Francisco but my heart wasn't in it so I didn't bother. Which leads me to New York in January! I am so ready for a change and I couldn't be more happy with my decision.

"If you get a chance in life take it, if it changes your life let it, no one promised it would easy, they just promised it would be worth it".

I have been looking all over for these Spring Courts and I finally found them :)

I brought this necklace today and below is the meaning and above is the picture (the big one in middle)

Aubaine

Translation: n. godsend, windfall

Definition: To receive an unexpected material fortune.

think outside the box

I do not care what car you drive, where you live. If you know someone who knows someone who knows someone. If your clothes are this years cutting edge. If your trust fund is unlimited. If you are A-list B-list or never heard of you list. I only care about the words that flutter from your mind. They are the only thing you truly own. The only thing I will remember you by. I will not fall in love with your bones and skin. I will not fall in love with the places you have been. I will not fall in love with anything but the words that flutter from your extraordinary mind.

This summer has been one of the most life changing thus far. I have learned so much about the people I once surrounded myself by. The one's you expect to be there when you need them most are no where to be found. It helps paint the picture more clearly and no longer blinds you from the one's who truly matter. Over the past couple of months I have drifted apart from some and have created new bonds with many I never expected to. Each person has taught me something about myself and the type of bond we have formed. Both positive or negative I am truly blessed for this learning experience. I have learned so much about myself, and I can say proudly I have grown into my own. This summer has mad me realize what and who is truly important. Now I can only look towards my future and walk away from the past. I am ready to go out and claim what is mine.

A change has come.

oh boy

Any Suggestions?

This week has been so crazy for me. I have been working a lot and trying to figure out where I want to relocate. Recently I have been accepted to "The Art Institute" San Francisco. If I decide to go I would have to move from Boston to San Francisco in September. Honestly I have no clue as to what I want to do. Half of me would like to move out to California but the other part wants to move and attend school in New York.

zoo it zoo it

"My life ain't rosy but I roll with it."

WDCWT

American Apparel Hair Bow

Calvin Klein V-Neck Tee

H&M Boyfriend Blazer

Urban Renewal Levi Cut Offs

Kimchi & Blue Bow Clutch

Urban Outfitters Canvas Sneakers

"Live out my dreams until my heart give out."

what's next?

Today was so beautiful outside. Finally some nice weather Boston!

Joy and Virginia today was a good day

@ the Docks..

Update: I started my new job and I am liking it so far. Everyone seems cool and I love the location of course. Other than that I have just been trying to come to a conclusion as to where I want to move. Recently I applied to "The Art Institute" San Francisco. I am in the process of finalizing the paper work so I should hear something back from them soon. I also have the option of transferring to "L.I.M" in New York and getting my own place in the city. I love New York but I am curious to see how life would be in California. Either way I have to make a decision Which ever one I choose this is a big step but it's like the next chapter of my life and I'm ready. No one said it would be easy, they just promised it would be worth it.

truth enlightens.

For the past few days there has been some areas in my life that have been questionable. I still remain to appreciate what I am blessed with. This is only a temporary situation and things will work out. With everything feeling like it is so out of control I still try to have a positive outlook on things and always try harder than I did before standing still isn't an option. Yesterday I had an interview @ Kate Spade. I feel like it went pretty well and I am feeling great about how things went. She asked for some references and told me she will be making decisions by the end of next week. I really need this so pray for me everyone! Being laid off from work fucking sucks it is so hard to find work now and days.

On another note I am considering transferring to "The Art Institute" San Francisco, CA. I have been speaking with an admissions advisor for the past two weeks. And she is very impressed by my drive and motivation that she would like for me to attend as early as "July". I am having a few mixed emotions about the sudden change. Honestly I would love to go to San Francisco I have been wanting to move out there for the longest time. The thing that scares me most is starting over.. I am a very open minded free spirit type of girl so I have no doubts it is just so different from home. I am also applying to "The Academy Of Art University" San Francisco, CA and "LIM" New York, NY. I Know for a fact I want to move out of Boston as soon as possible I just don't know if I want to stay on the "East Coast" or move out to the "West Coast"?! I have some decision making to do.

the sun does shine after all.

For the past two days things have not been going in my favor until today. On Sunday I received a call from my boss. She was calling to tell me that I was one of a few that were going to be getting laid off :( Louis Boston is the most exclusive high-end retail stores in the whole city of Boston. They carry designers like Marni, Dries Van Noten, The Row, Balenciaga, and Neil Barret just to name a few. With the current recession clients are no longer able to shop from the store as frequent like they once use to. Louis Boston has 4 floors that include a restaurant, hair salon, men suits/lifestyle, home furnishing, and finally women's. With the lease ending in January 2010 changes are becoming more frequent. Louis Boston has been at its current location for 40 years. They will be relocating to the water front in January the future of this Iconic retail store is looking slim due to lack of funds. With all this being said I lost my dream job.

Having no job isn't an option. Today I awake early and the first thing I had on my mind was to look for a job. This is day 2 of my search and I come across Kate Spade after looking long and hard. I have already applied for that sales position on-line the night before but I thought I would apply in person just to be more assertive. I place my resume on the counter and was handed an application by the present sales associate. As I am filling out the application the manager comes out of the back and walks towards me and says "Chloe oh my god I was just walking out here as we speak to give you a call and ask you to come in for an interview". What a coincidence right? It was so meant to be :) when another door closes another opens. I believe everything happens for a reason. I have an interview on Friday @ 3:00 p.m. Wish me luck!

Believe in sunshine on a cloudy day or when in doubt.

a sad sunday.

just when you think you put all the pieces back together the unexpected happens..

today wasn't a good day for me, I received bad news and from that point on, I found myself lost in thoughts looking for answers.

so I decided to go out to take my mind off things for a while.

I thought long and hard about everything and chose not to let this bump in the road that life has placed in front of me get me down, I will adapt and overcome, this is only temporary..

and soon a smile was brought back to my face

@ the docks.

when things don't always go as planned I have good friends to fall back on.

we are shadows of tender fury.

walking in these heels on this road to life isn't as easy.

fact.

Fearless..

put them things down.

Today went well couldn't complain. I had to be at work this morning from 10:00 am.- 6:00 pm. Time went by today pretty fast because we were preparing for our sale that only happens two times per year. Our store carries designer labels like Marni, Dries Van Noten, Balenciaga, and Neil Barret, just to name a few. Everything is going on sale (50%-60%) off. From inventory to merchandising.. It turned out to be a productive day. After I got off work I met up with bestie Christina and my friend Lily to hang for a little bit.. got some grubble.. we just happened to be on our way to the Upper Crust for a slice of pizza and walked by a pre- graduation party at Harvard in Harvard Yard.. We decided to welcome ourselves and crash the party! (ha ha.. good times ladies). Of course with all of our eyes being bigger than our bellies we come across a table with various types of pasta's, and breads. "DIG IN LADIES".. Next stop Upper Crust.. (sooo greedy.. and that's fine!) Lastly we all wanted a coffee from Starbucks but it was closed unfortunately :( so we went to Ben & Jerry's instead and I ordered a " small waffle cone with cookie's and cream ice cream with M&M's as a topping" .. mmmmm yum :) .. Long day I think I am going to head home now.. Love you and talk to you tomorrow.. Have A Good Night ♥

PS: put them things down..

Sushi.

Today I wake up and finding myself looking through my buddy list and I come across my long lost friend Lily's screen name and decide to see what's new in her life. We later meet in Harvard Square and go and get Sushi from Samuri on Newbury St. We arrive and I order the "Spicy Scallop Roll" and "Shrimp Dumplings"! It was soooooo good. The food was great and it was nice to see her and catch up on life. I then came home was loafin for a little bit on the Mac and then movie with mother ♥ Today was a good day :)

late night.

" I will be right back, I'm going to the store to get some chips".. " Hold on I am about to come and meet you.. btw I have the drinkles" mind you it's 12:00 in the a.m.

-sincerely us.

until next time everyone.. xoxo

California Dreaming

I have this vision a dream. There is a journey that I wish to travel but I sometimes find myself questioning will I ever get there? I have all the ambition, patience, determination, originality and passion for this art that I love but is that even enough. As the days continue to go by I wonder sooner or later my leave of absence is about to dawn. It is now up to me to drive my future in the direction I plan to go in. Am I ready? to take on life's challenges by myself. It's funny because I had it all planned out. I wish things went as planned. Now for the first time I can admit "I don't have a clue". I know what I want and I know how to go out and get it. But the unsolved problems in my early childhood has forever shattered the confidence I try to portray to others. Then one day I said to myself "FUCK THIS".

I am a women of Class, Style Beauty, Motivation, Drive, and Determination. I am ready for life's challenges. I know I will be well on my way. My passion and love for this form of art is way too strong to leave it in the dark. No one has all the answers but I can say this journey that I am about to travel on it's mine for the taking. Someone once told me I was "the light that shines so bright" meaning i have something that others don't. There is a Star that lies beneath the surface waiting for it's time shine. Soon you will see.

Life is all about taking risks and so is the fashion industry all I can say is California here I come.

My Dream Transfer School. I hope I Get In!

Fortune Cookie

After a long day of "Shopping" Again (Oops!). I later go out to grab a bite to eat at PF Chang's and after my tasty meal the waiter brings out the fortune cookies along with the bill. I reach for one and open it and it says:

"Be yourself and you will always be in fashion"

True Confessions Of A Shopaholic

So I wake up yesterday morning board out of my mind looking at my bank statements. I said to myself I can't spend anymore money. YEA RIGHT!!!!! that didn't stop me. It's so beautiful outside why not go on Newbury ST. My first stop was Urban Outfitters my second home. I walk in already knowing I am not walking out empty handed. I REFUSED. MISSION ACCOMPLISHED :) I brought a KIMICHI & BLUE Embroidered Poncho and Ecote Embroidered Leather Skimmers (flats) "I HAD TO GET OUT OF THERE" Next stop Marc Jacobs... hmmmm we all know what went on in there!

I don't know what it is like if I don't buy something everyday I go CRAZY! WTF this is so horrible and that's fine. FASHION FOR ME IS A LIFESTYLE MY CAREER. I will always be and forever be financially skrewed :) I AM PROUD TO SAY " I CHLOE AM A SHOPAHOLIC"