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TIME FADING LINES. BY  RACHEL-MARIE I. , 24 YEAR OLD MODELOGRAPHER @ JAGLEVER.COM FROM  NEW YORK , UNITED STATE LOOKBOOK.NU “HYPE THIS! ” This is the new place to find trends.  With an international following and a quick eye for trends on the street, LOOKBOOK is the place to post your favorite fashion or just follow others along on their fashion quest. "Founded in 2008, LOOKBOOK.nu is the original   user-generated & community-curated gallery   showcasing do-it-yourself fashion photography from   everyday people, everywhere.”   --LOOKBOOK.nu LOOKBOOK.nu was launched in April last year by 24-year-old Californian Yuri Lee and her boyfriend Jason Su. Neither has any background in fashion but saw the emerging trend for people looking at fashion, talking about fashion and even making their first steps towards a career in fashion by getting online and decided, as Lee says "to organise it, and take it global”. ...

Here's my fashion video! Tips on the latest fashions without spending a fortune. Blouse and skinny jeans from Thrift Queen Go out tonight in style! Dress it up for evening in a silver lamé cardigan, worn over a dress and skinny jeans, it makes the perfect ensemble. Cardigan from Thrift Queen Dress from BOHO Make your own flirty style in a sequined half-vest and a lace skirt over your dress. Add your own jewelry and accessories for a formal flair.  Outfit from BOHO for under $30! Show your quirky style!  With combat boots and a bolero hat. Boots from Forever 21 Total spent at Thrift Queen: $30 Total spent at BOHO: $25 Silver Lamé cardigan, as seen in, Coolspotters :  Combat boots, seen in,  Lucky 21  Bolero Hats are Back! As seen in: Le Petit Journal de Montserrat (Montserrat's Little Diary)   ---Have Fun With Fashion!

This was my first time at the clinic, since I had heard from my friends that it was a good place to go to for check-ups and referrals.  I don't have a regular doctor, even though I have insurance, not every doctor accepts it and some can't take any more patients. It's really frustrating to get healthcare in Chico, and sometimes Enloe and its Prompt Care center isn't that great. I've never been to the Immediate Care center downtown (I've heard it's bad!), or the former Del Norte clinics which have changed their name to Ampla Health.  So I biked on over to the church on East First Ave, and looked for the entrance to the clinic. At first I couldn't see where to go, there was a sign but I almost went into the church office before I went around back to the children's preschool area where they had the clinic. I would suggest maybe more signs or at least a chalk arrow for people arriving at the other end.  You sign up at the front entrance, where...

No, I'm not dressed all in green this time but I did find some cute accessories.  With this Shamrock pin, I'll be sure to have extra luck today! It's the Luck O' the Irish! Also, this green patterned tie will ensure that I don't get pinched by any  leprechauns . Swanky! With a rose corduroy jacket by Old Navy , this outfit can go anywhere with style. Sunglasses by: Guess Shoes by Hush Puppies Bought at: Bootleg , Downtown Chico

Whoops, I guess this is really Outfit of the Day #3 (see Spring Wardrobe). Tea Time at Empire Coffee I got this outfit at Shalom Free Thrift Store ($15!). It's by Mic Mac. I love the print design and the bright blue color. It's the 60's style, mod print.  Perfect to get me in the mood for spring. Though it's a bit hot to wear it with the black turtle neck I was wearing. By the way, this is the outfit I wore when I went to Home At Last Thrift & Gift , to take pictures.  I'm so glad I found two guys to model clothes for me, because shopping should be for all genders! Thanks again to Jack and Jon!

This is a great place to find clothing! I drove by this place some time ago and had reviewed it for The Synthesis.  Today I stopped in again to look for shoe racks--you can never have enough shoes. Jack, CSU Student Thrift shopping isn't just for women, there are plenty of men's clothing also. In fact, I found a couple of guys to model some outfits for me. Jack, my first model, had never been in a thrift store before. He and his friends drove by Thrift & Gift to check out what they had. Shirt by GAP Pants by Halden Front Design When asked if he would wear this outfit everyday, Jack said, "The Pants, yeah...not the shirt." Jack's not a graphic tee guy. Back Design But that's okay, anyone else who likes graphic tees would probably like the selection at Thrift & Gift. Jon, CSU Student Jon, also a CSU student was nice enough to try on this outfit. The belt really sets off t...

Finally spring is here so I can take out my colorful outfits and enjoy the warmer weather.  I decided to take a photo op at the Stansbury Home  in downtown Chico.  I'm wearing a Chinese inspired white shirt and a decorative skirt in patch-work design. It's the perfect outfit for walking around in springtime. My style is inspired by found items at the thrift store matched with colorful prints and unique accessories. I'm still focusing on my purple theme for spring so I'm always finding new ways to accessorize.  It's so easy to find something dressy for springtime! See what you can find... Enjoy the warm weather!

My friend suggested that I do an outfit of the day. So I'm going to start posting my favorite outfits here, along with accessories and jewelry. The weather was a bit chilly, so I just went to the park for a quick pic-taking opportunity.  I'm wearing a lace shirt by Eyelash Couture. Lace pants by Chico's.  My headband is a favorite accessory. I like to add vintage clips in back as a nice detail.  I usually don't style my hair much but I do like to keep it out of the way (when it isn't windy).    The 60's style bouffant is coming back as well as some mod looks that were popular then.  My hairstyle is a modified bouffant with my headband (though the wind is blowing it around). My favorite eyeliner is purple glitter by Milan.  Purple is my spring color and it's very popular right now. I'll be covering purple trends in my next post for the Spring Edition! You can also reply and send your own inspirations for fashion. I ...

Hello Beautiful Apparel brings high-fashion clothing to Chico. Designer dresses, bags, shoes and jewelry can be found at this unique shop in the Mangrove Plaza, next to Safeway. Joan Sill, the owner, manages Hello Beautiful and is always on the lookout for new designs and designers. Some are from New York, like the jewelry designer Amrita Singh. New Spring items have come in. The trend is big jewelry, bright colorful prints and sheer fabric designs.  There are also a number of fun accessories and perfect gift items. Pashmina scarves are always in fashion and Hello Beautiful has them. More bags will be coming in soon! Great jewelry and watches are very fashionable too. A place to sit and put all your shopping bags down for a bit. Hello Beautiful also has ADA compliant dressing rooms.  My favorite product, from Lavender Ranch! Clip on earrings are back in style.  Need a place to hang your je...

LABELZ is the place to find fashionable designs at an affordable price.  Owner, Cindy Brochheuser runs the upscale consignment boutique. For six months the store has offered brands such as: Chanel, Talbots, Banana Republic, DKNY, Steve Madden, and more! There are designer handbags, shoes, dresses, jewelry and accessories. The items are gently used and cleaned before displayed in the store. There are three dressing rooms and chairs to sit in while you're shopping with friends.  Labelz is having a Spring Preview at their store on Thursday, February 21st, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.. Champagne & Appetizers will be provided while you browse.  Winter Clearance is 50% off for clothing, shoes & coats. Labelz 974 Mangrove Avenue Chico, California 95926 www.labelzchico.com Also on Facebook!