This style/fashion blog is a reflection of my surroundings and influences.

My name is Cecilia
I'm a calculated risk taker
Portland, Oregon
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Fashion is uninhibited. It's about taking risks and stepping outside boundaries to express yourself, but it’s nothing like dressing in the dark. Fashion enthusiasts make calculated decisions for each look or style they pursue, as what they choose is a direct reflection of who they are or how they want to be perceived in the world.

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"Be courageous. It’s one of the only places left uncrowded."

Anita Roddick

Monday, November 23rd 2009 9:31pm

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adidas SLVRThe sleek adidas SLVR 106 uses a mesh upper for a slim look. Presented in black, the shoe features an innovative eyelet design and a polyurethane insole for all day comfort.

adidas SLVR
The sleek adidas SLVR 106 uses a mesh upper for a slim look. Presented in black, the shoe features an innovative eyelet design and a polyurethane insole for all day comfort.

adidas adidas SLVR

Monday, November 23rd 2009 5:27pm

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adidas SLVR

adidas SLVR Label
A complete collection of innovative pieces designed with care and rigor. adidas SLVR is pure, streamlined form, stripped of excess; it delivers effortless dressing for those who appreciate design. Rigorous simplicity. Total versatility. Pure understated style. The adidas SLVR film for A/W 2009-10 is directed by Theo Stanley / Mountain View edited by Zak Tucker, with music provided by Sam Wagster and creative direction by Pietsch Lim.

I had heard of this line before but didn’t really look into it until my friend Stephen wore this really cool, streamlined jacket from them. My first guest WOULD NOT have been adidas, not even adidas Originals. It is completely different than that. I like that they are experimenting more with lifestyle wear, they would be the sportswear company to do this and do it well (ex: Y-3, Y’s, etc.). I checked out their site and saw several pieces I’d LOVE to have right now. And their SHOES, myyyyy goodness — there’s a pair in particular that’s actually pretty COOL.

You can shop online. Also, everything is 50% off at the SLVR outlet!

adidas adidas SLVR label 2009

Monday, November 23rd 2009 3:26pm

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Monday, November 23rd 2009 1:25pm

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Monday, November 23rd 2009 11:23am

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BOTANIKA High-Top Sneakers

Learned about these from Hypebeast. Reminds me of a couple of things. I do find these reminiscent of some Rick Owens high fashion sneakers. Maybe it’s the B&W or the clunky shape … They are definitely cool and pretty unique. And adjustable for when your feet feel swollen? What are your thoughts?!

Images above via Rowage, where you can also purchase the Botanika sneakers.

Rick Owens sneakers from fashion week - via Lane Crawford (shot by none other than Tommy Ton of Jak&Jil)

Botanika Hypebeast Sneakers Shoes Rick Owens

Monday, November 23rd 2009 9:23am

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PRETTY UGLY

My friend Elton Sherman of Pretty Ugly gifted me with several cool graphic tees from his blog and online shop. I wrote about it awhile back on my old blog, Love, Portland but I finally have the chance to show one of the designs to you guys myself.

“The Good Die Young”

So on that note, now is your chance to purchase from three different styles in five colorways for HALF the price! They are only $20 retail to begin with.

Click here to shop.

Sale goes live at midnight Eastern time on Black Friday.

Pretty Ugly Portland Blogger Elton Sherman Phillip Nguyen graphic t-shirts streetwear

Monday, November 23rd 2009 9:18am