Oh My Dany!

(Vest - Forever 21 / Jogging Pants - Topshop / Platforms - Jessica Simpson "Dany" / Necklace - Anagon Collection

I had a photo shoot two weeks ago for the 2nd collection of Mash Up. I decided to copy my model's wing-eye look but I think it was a big fail. I ended up looking like a gothic Asian girl. Haha! The fact that I had my hair up in a ponytail didn't help either. Now I know that a big forehead + thin eyebrows + wing eye won't work on me.

Since I mentioned thin eyebrows, I just want to inform everyone that I naturally have REALLY THIN eyebrows. I don't want people thinking that I've overplucked them (or that I'm addicted to plucking). God knows how much I want to have thicker eyebrows. I'd rather have bushy eyebrows than an almost Woopie Goldberg kind of brow (Note: non-existent eyebrows!).

For the shoot, I decided to wear comfy pieces that would allow me to run around inside the studio like crazy...hence the joggings pants (which I got on sale by the way). While others prefer their sweatpants to be tight on the legs, I prefer mine to be really loose so that I can wear them low-waist style. I only wore the crazy platforms after the shoot. I would definitely tumble down if I wore them while styling.

So here's a little sneak peak of the pieces from the 2nd Collection:

Expect blazers, dresses, high-waist trousers and bottoms!

Will announce the release date of the 2nd Collection soon!

Don't forget to join my very first blog give away HERE!

P.S. I would like to Ava of Arsty Fartsy Ava for getting me the peach vest during the F21 Sale!

MASH UP Teasers

Here they are, guys...the teaser photos for Mash Up's first collection, dubbed as "Desperately Wanting".

So what's in store for you @ Mash Up?

Cozy Knits

Styling Tip: Layer the long brown knit sweater over a black body con dress or over a black bra + black mini skirt combo and you're good to go for a crazy night out with friends.

Jackets

High Waist Culottes & Maxi Skirt

Maxi skirts are so hot right now. Channel a hippie-slash-rocker look with a maxi skirt, cropped shirt and bad- ass boots!

Floral Top & Gold Embroidered Vest

Dresses

All of these pieces are dear to my heart. I actually want to keep all of them! But I don't want to selfish...I want to share these amazing finds with you!

More pieces will be released during the Official Launch of the first collection this Friday @ 10:30PM!

For updates, add us on on Facebook.

Pieces will be sold via the Mash Up shop in Multiply (http://themashup.multiply.com).

NOTE: Pricing and sizing will be released during the launch on Friday. Reservations will only be accepted during Friday as well. So keep a tab on the pieces that you like and get ready to shop on Friday!

Here are 5 simple shopping rules you should follow on Friday:

1. If you see an item that you like, just say "Mashed Up!" to reserve it. 

2. Joy reservers are not allowed in the shop and they will be banned. Only reply with "Mashed Up!" if you're already sure that you're getting the item. 

3. Submit an order form once you get a confirmation from the seller that the item is already yours.

4. Upon submission of order form, you are given three (3) days to settle your payment. (You will receive a confirmation via SMS or email regarding your total).

5. Have fun styling your Mash Up pieces once you get them!  

Shipping of items is scheduled on every Sunday of the week. If payment is received on a Sunday, your item/s will be shipped on the Sunday of the following week.

That's it folks! Hope you support Mash Up!

Much Love,

Kookie :)

"MASH UP": Playing Stylist

 (skirt: thrifted; leopard print dress (worn as a top): thrifted; shoes: Soule Phenomenon)

Last Sunday, I had a photo shoot for my newest online shop baby...MASH UP. 

I've been trying to brew up an online clothing shop ever since I got my hands on this beautiful, thrifted sheer polka dot dress (which looked like it came from the 50's) circa year 2006. I knew that I had to share these amazing vintage and thrifted treasures to other young-at-heart rebels who take pleasure in one-of-a kind articles of clothing which can be mashed up with any personal piece from their closet.

Four years ago, I never really had the time to plan out the details for an online shop because I was just plain busy with work...

But now, four years after, I'm so excited to be finally releasing the first collection for MASH UP!

I'm still currently working on the actual shop site but I'm already done with the editing of the photos from the shoot. I will be posting teaser photos very, very soon!!!

For now, here are some behind-the-scenes snaps from the shoot.

Chynna, my model, getting prepped for the shoot. Isn't she pretty?

Teaching Chynna some poses...

Yes, I wore fluffy and comfy ladybug slippers because shoes aren't allowed in the photo shoot area. :)

I actually prepared 20 different looks for the shoot but due to time constraints, I ended up reusing some pieces over and over again just to save up on "clothes-change" time.

Checking out the photos with my amazing photographer, Sarah...

Of course I had to have a shoot of my own! Here's a candid shot of me looking stupid. Haha!

Are you guys already excited for Mash Up? I am!

Teaser photos to be posted this week!

I'll keep you guys posted once the shop is up. Please support Mash Up. :)

P.S. Did you guys notice the new blog header? It was a surprise for me from the lovely Camille of Big Bangs Theory. Super thanks, Camille! I love it!