Happy 4th of July

Happy Independence Day from Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, Abraham Lincoln and John Wayne. Two Presidents, one Inventor and The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance.







Love
Andrea Nicole Baker

Fashion Questions

Marie @ Marie A La Mode tagged me in a just for fun post. (More questions to answer about myself.)

Here goes:

1 What do you do?

Corp admin at an oil co. and business student

2. What did you name your blog and why?

Kimberdoll. I had a blog before that never took off called "Poetica" but it was more of a literary blog. I wanted this blog to be light and airy, and Kimberdoll seemed to fit the criteria. My first name is Kimberley, and I would love to look like a doll - Kimberdoll was born.

3. Why did you start blogging?

I got inspired by seeing others blogs. I love writing and journalism. I wanted to create a readership.

4. Whose closet would you raid?

I like Nicole Richie's style ... also Blake Lively. But I don't pay enough attention to what celebs are wearing to make an educated decision. My fave designer right now is Marchesa if that helps at all.

{Blake Lively in a Marchesa dress I would do bad things to}

5. What trend are you loving right now?

Big gaudy rings, rosaries, sandalbooties, blue eyeshadow, colorful leggings

6. Where do you like to shop?

Everywhere. Frequented most often are F21, Winners, and Sephora, but I want to get into thrifting.

7 Are you an impulsive buyer or not?

Not. But with makeup, maybe.

8. How has your style evolved over the last few years?

From bad mini skirts and "bar star" style to class and poise. From being a walking advertisment to wanting to create a look that's all my own.

BAD2007.

short shorts, boobs pushed up, necklace overload.

GOOD =)

skinnies/leggings with short skirt, minimal accessories so as not to overload.

BAD

2007

Walking advertisement for Louis Vuitton, bad skirt.

GOOD=)

Black tie sexy with no adverstising

TAG TAG TAG

Anyone who wants to join in the fun =)

VICTORIA BECKHAM WALKING WITH HER SON

Victoria Beckham was one very familiar woaman in the world. Not because she was posh spice in the spice girls era. But because she married David Beckham of England. Victoria Beckham was seen walking with son. She was wearing colored yellow dress with her silver looking back. Victoria Beckham is now getting many attention because many are still hoping the reunion of the spice girls.

DREW BARRYMORE'S BEAUTY IS CLASSIC

Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder. That is the most common saying about beauty. But speaking of beauty, nobody can pass the beauty of Drew Barrymore. She has a cute smile and her eyes speak for herself. Drew Barrymore is one beautiful lady. Since her start in the 80's, Drew Barrymore captured the hearts of the people in the movie fire starter, where she holds the lead role in the movie. Drew Barrymore's beauty is considered a classic. it can go beyond time, timeless beauty for Drew Barrymore.

FERGIE GOING SOLO

There is a rumor about Fergie leaving her band mates, Black Eyed Peas because she had clashes with Will.I.Am. Fergie has already proven many things in her career. She was awarded 3 times hit topper hits in the Billboard top 100. Fergie is already 35 years old she still has many things to do in her career as a solo performer. Will.I.Am denied the allegations that he and Fergie have clashes in their group. But if when Fergie decides to leave the group, she will have a bright future as a solo artist.

Electric Alice

I just received an email that the new Electric Alice online store is now open. Electric Alice is a concept store dedicated to bringing hand-selected Japanese clothing and accessories to Australia.
The online shop has soooo many pretty and gorgeous items. Plus there is a extremely cute style guide.

Electric Alice Live Journal page.
The dresses are stunning and gorgeous. The jewelry, hair clips and brooches are very sweet! Looking forward to ordering something soon.


Lots of wonderful Brands, Styles and Items from Clothing to Jewelry

JESSICA SIMPSON IS GETTING WIDER AND WIDER

Many celebrities in Hollywood loses their figure when they stay low from the industry. Jessica Simpson is just one of those Hollywood Celebrities that stayed low and gained weight. Seeing Jessica Simpson right now is unbelievable because she has gained tremendous weight, considering that the was the girl on the Dukes of Hazard movie, washing the car part of the movie and video. Jessica Simpson should really consider getting a dietitian and enroll in gym sessions in order to lose the unwanted weight or excess weight. Because of her bad weight right now, Jessica Simpson is the food in every bar conversation, especially in Hollywood right now.

Favorite Perfume Ads

I am definitely drawn in by beautiful, expensive perfume ads. They always tell a story, and give me a visual idea of what scent is encased in the glass bottle.

My Number One Fave:

Miss Dior Cherie

Such a sweet and charming ad campaign. I love how incredibly French and darling it looks. I purchased this perfume duty free on my way back from England back in 2005, when it first came out. It has quite a spicy, but also sweet, very unique smell to it that I grew to love over time.

Chanel No 5

I loved the commercial more than the print ad for this one. It was again so very French, and ultra glamorous with Nicole Kidman as the starlet. I couldn't find many still images of the commercial, but the below one captures the over all feel of it quite nicely. It was a "race against time" sort of ad, and I couldn't help but get caught up in the exquisite rush myself.

The print ad:

Flora by Gucci

I can just imagine the breeze that is blowing her silk dress carries the sweet floral scent of the perfume on it's wings.

Gucci

This ad is more modern and chic. Not as nice as the above, but still eye catching. I have yet to smell this, but I imagine a bolder scent, with no florals.

Chloe

Again, more '60s mod inspired. I wouldn't really expect an ad like this for the overly floral Chloe, but I like it none-the-less. This is the fave perfume in my collection.

Some Vintage Perfume Ads:

Recognize this face? ^

For fun I decided to create my own perfume ads from old pics on my blog. Not saying I'm perfume model material, but it was fun to give them names and dream up what their scent would be like.

Secret Wish

Delicate, light floral, with vanilla undertones. Only the closest of close can catch a drift of it's subtle enchantment.

Vintage Heart

Romantic and classic, a musky vanilla with subtle gardenia traces

Maybe one day my dream of creating a perfume will come true. I remember trying to create a perfume when I was a little girl. I crushed flowers and mixed it with water and hand cream in a little plastic bottle with a heart shaped top. It was sweet smelling but short lived, for perfumes need preservatives in order to last.

I am still going to show you my perfume collection in an upcoming post. It is not as big as I would like, as my faves are usually the highest price ones.

I also want to say that I've decided to do another giveaway, and will be opening it in the beginning of July. This is my best giveaway to date, as I will be giving away my top favorite beauty products. They are all high end products and will include my favorite mascara, lipstick, sunless tanner and more.

Tell Me

What is your favorite perfume?

MEGAN FOX IS MARRIED ALREADY

When talking about legion of male followers, Mgean Fox has tons of those. But this legion will not last longer because Megan Fox tied the knot with her boyfriend, Brian Austin Green in Hawaii. Megan Fox was just rumored to be engaged with Brian Austin Green but the rumors are true actually. According to reports, Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green tied the knot in the beach of Hawaii. Now that Megan Fox is already married, she better say goodbye to movie projects.

SEALING THE VICTORY FOR SANDRA BULLOCK

It is confirmed that Sandra Bullock is officially divorced with cheater, Jesse James. Sandra Bullock made sure that the court will favor her side after filing the divorce papers. Jesse James really wanted to save the marriage but Sandra Bullock was more determined to end her failed marriage. Recalling the events that happened, in March, Sandra Bullock received her best actress award and find out the her supportive husband was cheating on her while she was on shooting her movie. In April, Sandra Bullock requested space from her cheating husband, Jesse James. May, Sandra Bullock was moving to her hometown and Jesse James was also going to the same location. June, Sandra Bullocks filed divorced case was granted and she wins the match.

MILEY CYRUS IS NOT GOING TO SCHOOL RIGHT NOW

Miley Cyrus is not going back to school right now. Miley Cyrus was asked about plans in going back to school and she said that no plans right now. The iron is hot for Miley Cyrus and she is striking it hardly carving her name in the Hollywood entertainment industry. Miley Cyrus cited her her grandma that she finished her studies at the age of 70 and that what Miley Cyrus is thinking about right now. Miley Cyrus said that if she wanted to go back to school she can go back to school anytime. Schooling is always there but career is once in a lifetime. That is what Miley Cyrus is thinking about right now. Career comes first for Miley Cyrus right now.

MILEY CYRUS BUSY IN HER CAREER

In Hollywood, there are many things that are going on almost every minute. Miley Cyrus is the most in demand teenager right now. Sold out concerts, platinum album, multiple awards and more. That is what Miley Cyrus is having right now. She will be on tour for the couple of months and so many things to offer. Miley Cyrus is turning 18 years old and she will be moving out to a new place, legally. Miley Cyrus just acquired a whooping 3.5 million dollars worth of property that she plans to move in when she turns 18. This will be interesting because Miley Cyrus has already made some modifications on her career. Miley Cyrus can't be tamed right now.

TAYLOR SWIFT IS CHANGING LOOKS

Taylor Swift is now in the change mode. She decided to look different and she selected to look Gothic. Taylor Swift needs to reinvent herself because all fans grow up. For the past 2 years of her career, Taylor Swift was branded as the sweet and charming lady that wrote and sings silly love songs. Taylor swift was branded as that. But she really need to get out of her comfort zone and try new things in her young career. When watching Taylor Swift's concert, you will see that she is made for only the young market. But this time, she made the right decision and went out of her comfort zone. Taylor Swift goes Gothic and rock and roll will be next thing.

"Fresh Squeezed" and a Little Shopping

Nicole by OPI "Fresh Squeezed" Don't mind my mangled cuticles...

But I LOVE this color! I didn't think I could pull orange off, but this is such a great summery shade .. it makes me thirsty for refreshing orange juice just looking at it. Consistency of the polish is great, too: it went on smooth, not like a lot of polishes that look streaky and patchy.

I also had a nosey in Winners today .. and lookie what I found:

Only $14.99! ... This pic doesn't do much justice, but in my mind's eye I can see it with some cute shorts and wedges.

And this shirt. It's quite form fitting, and I think it will look good with my black skinnies and ruffle booties.

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I hope you had a great weekend. Mine was relaxing and so divine. The weather was in the high twenties, so hopefully I got a bit of a tan.

Last night, (Saturday) me and the man watched Michael Jackson's "This is It". I loved it! I couldn't help but sing along and dance in m chair the whole time .. I'm sure the vodka and grapefruit juice had nothing to do it it. =P

I also finished The Carrie Diaries by Candace Bushnell. (Prequel to SATC).. It was good, but not great. Good for a beach vacation.

Did you have a good weekend?

An All-Japanese Mash-Up

Read this article in today's Sunday New York Times.

ATHOUGH the Japantown area of San Francisco has remained largely static since the 1970s — stretches of concrete, blocky mini-malls and lots of sushi restaurants — a new wave of Japanese popular culture, from monster movies to Lolita dresses, has hit the area, thanks to the recent arrival of New People, a five-level, glass-walled, 20,000-square-foot shrine to all things Japanese.

Opened last August, New People (1746 Post Street; 415-525-8630; newpeopleworld.com) is a modern mash-up of culture, art, design and fashion. It has a ground-floor cafe that serves vegan doughnuts, Blue Bottle Coffee and bento boxes by Delica, the upscale Japanese deli. The next two floors are dedicated to merchandise, specializing in items rarely found outside Japan; one level carries a wide selection of books, stationery, music and other goods, including skinny silk neckties ($139) from the Japanese brand Giraffe and hand-printed postcards ($2.25) by the popular Tokyo-based artist Yuki Koishikawa.

The second level is mostly devoted to three permanent labels — Black Peace Now; Sou-Sou; and Baby, the Stars Shine Bright — that are all big players in Tokyo street fashion and run from punk-rock goth to Lolita schoolgirl chic. An additional rotating boutique space introduces other works to Western audiences, including a line of white ceramic pins and rings that sprout live moss ($190) by the jewelry designers On Za Line, and whimsical line drawings by Noritake, an artist who collaborates with fashion houses and magazines in Japan.

Link to New People stores.

Love
Loli Andrea

MAC Pink Nouveau Lipstick!

Hi, My Lovelies!!

I hope you are all having a fantastic weekend.

I decided to show you my new pink lipstick .. MAC's Pink Nouveu. (Still not sure how to say Nouveau .. any French mademoiselles out there?)

Shade description: Bright Pink (Satin)

I had no plans for my lunch hour on Friday, so decided to head to the Bay and browse the makeup counters. I gravitated towards the MAC lippies like I always do, and proceeded to select this vibrant pink from the pack.

What do you think? My liner is a tad dark, but I am quite fond of the shade .. I like that it's a deeper pink than what I'm used too .. it's not as pale as Gaga Glam or Saint Germain, but still perfectly light pink. I tried, but after buying Saint Germain and wearing it a couple times, I came to the conclusion it just wasn't for me or my skintone. This one on the other hand ... I'm liking!