W MAGAZINE: KALEIDOSCOPIC HIP POP EDITORIAL

Stylist, Lori Goldstein + W magazine = Stellarly fantabulous. {Yes, I just made that up. lol}

The crazy mix of textures and colors makes the model seem to pop right off the page. This topsy turvy editorial  is a perfect culmination of Spring fashion.

And although this spread is set to hit newsstands tomorrow, I figured I'd share my 

early scoop discovery with you!

FANCY SCHMANCY

A few weeks ago, Natashia from She'sFancy.com approached me to be part of an mini editorial feature!

Despite her cold and the even colder weather, we duked it out and had an amazing shoot!

Be sure to peep the article! :)

'TIS THE SEASON

It's editorials like these that make me all warm and fuzzy inside...

not only about Christmas, but about fashion.

Fashion Editor Giovanna Bataglia captures the essence of the Christmas season
in this Vogue Gioello shoot, photographed by Giampolo Sgura and starring the stunning Cato Van Ee.

Indulging in hot cocoa while sitting by the fire place in a cozy cabin is my idea of a perfect holiday,

not to mention being covered from head to toe

 in the fabulousness known as Givenchy, Dolce & Gabanna, and Prada.

For a second, I considered ice skating, but after some thought,
 I realized that probably wouldn't be the greatest idea if I plan on
making it to 2011 without any broken limbs.

I'll just stick to rollerblades. lol

Though I know Christmas isn't officially here yet,

no one every said we couldn't extend the celebration.

So bring on the furs, chunky knits, earmuffs, and mistletoe!

 

photos via fashiongonerogue

DECISIONS, DECISIONS

With a closet, drawers, & massive Rubbermaid containers jammed-packed with clothes,

I'm still one of those types that has the audacity to say "I have nothing to wear." lol

My indecisiveness is a weakness of mine,

yet at the same time, it's probably the root of my personal style.

I go through this process just about every day when it comes to finding something to wear.
Most times, everything ends up on the floor, and I end up with Mt. Rushmore.
Not to sound like a slob, but I haven't washed clothes for a good month until yesterday...
and yet I still have a plethora of options in the never-ending abyss known as my closet.
Ridiculous, I know.

But being that I haven't shopped in what seems like AGES,

I've been simply making the best out of what I've already got.
:)

POINTE

This past weekend, I got to flex my styling skills alongside my

photographer friend Stella Simona.

I brought tons of clothes and accessories,

but ended up using only a few pieces...

which comes with the territory of being a stylist.

Our model, Noelle, was gorgeous and moved effortlessly,

which made our jobs much easier since the shoot was set on a ballet theme.

Stella and I will definitely have more collaborations to come!

So stay tuned :)

CALL OF THE WILD

GRUNGE COUTURE

Morgane Dubled by Craig McDean, styled by Caroline Roitfeld for Vogue Paris, March 2004

{photos via FashionGoneRogue}

PREMIERE

Although you've probably long forgot about it by now,

I co-styled my first music vid for the new girl group, The Stunners a while back.

And I just found out that the girls have {finally} released their music vid

for their new single,

"Dancing Around the Truth."

As of now, the girls will be touring with Justin Bieber to promote the record,

so be on the lookout for them!

THE KOOL

In early November, I did a collab shoot with my photographer friend Eulogia {aka "Penny"}.

I've been [im]patiently waiting for the photos,

and FINALLY got a few finished flicks from her!!!!

I originally planned on keeping all of the pics under wraps until I got hold of all of them, but

I'm just toooooooo excited && HAD TO show ya! lol

Plus, Starsky aka Tomi of Major Hype posted em on their blog!!!!

SMH! So much for keepin' them on the D.L! hahahha jk

In the pics, I'm rockin' my own designs && I styled myself! lol

How often do you see THAT?!

A designer who rocks her own gear?? && WELL! hahahahhaha lol

I don't mean to sound cocky,

but I'm proud of the progress that I've made this year,

and I'm NOT slowing down for ANYONE!!

Kooley is on the up&&up folkz!

WATCH OUT!!!! ;)

MAKING THE VIDEO

As I mentioned before,

The Stunners {the young/fresh&&new girl group} recently shot their music video for their upbeat song, "Dancing Around the Truth."

{Directed by Smallz & Raskind}

&& sure enough, I got to style the video!!!

I worked alongside Rebecca of Chic Little Devil Style House

to make the girls look fantabulous!!!

The shoot was an all-day endeavor, but we had a lot of fun on && off the set.

The girls' EP just released this week on iTunes,

so you HAVE TO take a listen && buy the tracks!!

The music video hasn't released just yet,

so until it does,

I'll leave you with some behind-the scenes footage! :)

***The Stunners also recently appeared on Extra!***

I wanted to watch it on t.v., but missed it :/

Yet since Youtube is the source for any && all things,

I was able to find the vid of the girls' appearance.

{Looking fab by the way in Chic Little Devil attire :) }

LIGHTS CAMERA ACTION

Sheesh!

I feel like it's been FOREVER since I've last posted.

My laptop has been acting up lately,

so I haven't really been able to fill you all in on what's been going on!

A friend of mine recently contacted me about an opportunity to

put some pieces from my line in an upcoming short film.

After a few e-mails and meetings,

I was offered to contribute my pizazz to the movie!!!!

The short film is directed by Brandon Hammond, who back in the day played Big Mama's favorite grandson in the film, Soul Food, alongside Nia Long, Mekhi Phifer, Vivica A. Fox, and Vanessa Williams. The producer of the film {who will be acting in it as well} is the very funny & talented Jermaine Williams, who has played in numerous films such as

The Great Debaters, Stomp the Yard, && Fat Albert.

We all met last nite at the Cantina Lounge in Fullerton

{FYI the "kick it" spot for CSUF college kids}.

We talked about my goals for my line, how I got started with sewing&&designing,

and of course, we discussed all of the nooks && crannies of the film.

I can't speak too much about the plot because I highly doubt that I'm allowed to

dish ALL of the details lol,

but the gist of it revolves around issues that teens go through

during their high school experience.

Just reading the first scene from the script had me perk up in my seat! lol

I believe that filming begins this weekend, && I'm more than excited to be behind the scenes and see the final product of everything once it's all put together!

Im KOOL like that

I'm so blessed to have the opportunity to have relationships

with soooo many fantastic people!

When you have an undeniable love for something,

it's very humbling when others can see your passion for your craft

from a mile away! lol

That's how I felt when my newfound friend/make-up artist Delia approached me for

an opportunity to help style a shoot for Exclusive Entertainment's Golden Girls

using designs from my line, Kooley Designs!

The Golden Girls are a group of hot tamales that represent Exclusive Ent.

Kristy, Shahde, Alyssa, Brittini, & Cristina

rocked every fit and the pictures turned out very well!

I was hoping that the photographer would've forked out waaaay more photos,

but until he does,

I can definitely work with these lol ;)

A lil sumthin sumthin

Remember when I told you all about when I helped style the unique group, The Stunners?!?!

Well...{drum roll please lol}

Here's the photos!!!!!!!!!

Photographers Smallz & Raskind

{who have photographed the likes of Hayden Panetierre, Jada Pinkett Smith, Audrina Patridge,

supermodel Selita Ebanks, and more, more, MORE!}

did what they do best, && the girls look fantastic!

Major kudos to Hayley, Marisol, Tinashe, Lauren, && Allie

for being such a pleasure to work with! :)

AND, special thanks to Rebecca from CLD for asking me to help her out at the shoot.

AEROSOL LOVE

When?:: Last week!

Where?:: In Downtown L.A., on location while at a Josh Ryan photo shoot

that I got to help style. :)

Vintage leopard eyeglasses:: thrifted

Vintage cream stretchy tank w/red&blue trim:: thrifted

Gold hoops:: Forever 21

Feathered necklace:: Forever 21

Brown woven belt:: Forever 21

Destroyed denim shorts:: Urban Outfitters

Grey gladiator sandals:: Shiekh Shoes

Stuntin is a Habit

This past Friday,

Rebecca {the Studio Services Manager at CLD} asked me to join her to assist her at a photo shoot for the upcoming girl group, The Stunners!

I helped her out at the fitting for the girls earlier in the week, adding an extra bit of pizazz when it came to putting together the looks.

On the day of the shoot, hair && make-up was a timely task,
yet the girls looked....well, STUNNING! lol

We did a "movement look" where the girls were rocking black & gold,

{BTW: they are AMAZING dancers! :)}

another look where all of the girls were shot in black&white,

and in the last look, we did a dressing room scene where the ladies were causing a rukus with make-up, shoes and clothes thrown about.

I had a blast being on the other side of the camera.

The girls were gorgeous && were far from having the diva-tudes

that many people get when the fame hits them.

This fab 5 assemblage of young ladies range from ages 16-19.

Although they have very diverse personalities,

their love for music is what they have in common.

I can't wait until their EP comes out, && I'm looking forward to working with them again.

I'm really loving the whole stylist shin-dig,

and CAN'T wait to see what my next assignment will be :)

P.S!!!:: Check out THE STUNNERS on Myspace!!!!!

Lauren, Tinashe, Me!, Hayley, Marisol, && Allie :)

Pinky promise

So as promised, I finally have the pics of my styling from a shoot for

CLD's Ebay site.

Enjoy!!! :)