Organizing Your Business, Part I

Although I appreciate spontaneity and freedom in certain parts of my life, I'm in constant super-organized type-A, perfectionista mode when it comes to business and academics. Here are a few FREE...

Dividing Up Tasks (Peacefully) in a Business

When we first started the boutique, we had a bit of trouble with dividing up tasks among the founders. We tried assigning a specific department that caters to each person's specialty, but that...

Finding Time

This is going to be a bit more of a casual Business Babbles post. When Jenny and I interview for magazines, a question that almost always comes up is, "With school and extracurriculars, how do you...

Color Outside the Lines

Outsourcing Help: 4 Websites to Bookmark

There are so many hats you have to wear while running a business that it's okay if you can't do everything! Here is a list of quick, cheap, and easy ways to outsource help and find freelancers. 1)...

Monogram Etiquette

Did you guys know there are rules for the arrangement of letters on monograms? I sure didn't! It's pretty complicated and I never knew so much thought was put into it. I'm thinking about creating...

Designing a Logo, featuring Michelle Fong

The logo Michelle designed for us, with added details Hey guys! Today, I'd like to introduce you to Michelle, friend and the brilliance behind the boutique's layout design and coding. She has put...

Prep Essentials: Shoes

Left (Seychelles) / Right (Sperry) Here's the last of the Prep Essentials series! We've covered sweaters, tops, outerwear, accessories, bottoms, and now, shoes! I don't wear flats often, since the...

Brainstorming the Future, Part II

Part I of Brainstorming the Future here! Below are some questions you want to think about before you launch a business. Feel free to add more suggestions in the comments! 4) How big do you want...

Fall Inspiration

Autumn is hands down, my favorite season. Chilly breeze, crisp air, crunchy leaves...it's so refreshing! I know school just started, but my schedule is hectic already. Endless back-to-back classes...

Prep Essentials: Bottoms

Left (Nautica) / Right (American Eagle) You guys know that I'm already picky when it comes to tops, right? But shopping for jeans and pants take me an even longer time since everything has to be...

Afternoon Delight: First Day of School

Blazer / Shirt / Jeans / Hair Bow / Tote / WatchToday's the first day of school! Though the excitement is killing me, I'm probably more terrified of my schedule. I'll be busy with my research and...

What's in a Name?

We chose Antoinette's Boutique because we imagined our ideal customer, this lady named "Antoinette." Romantic, Parisian-inspired, with a modernized and preppy flair. We named our business for the...

Behind the Scenes: Stationary

Over the past few months, Elaine and I have met up to design and create our vintage-inspired hair bows, photoshoots, and finally the ever lonely section of our business that has been on a slight...

Prep Essentials: Accessories

Left (Ralph Lauren Girls) / Right (Antoinette's Boutique) I never was a big fan of accessories until college since my high school had so many rules on headwear. Now, I can't imagine a day without...

Midnight in Paris

If you have yet to watch the film Midnight in Paris, I sincerely recommend it! It's lighthearted and full of fun. Marion Cotillard is one of my favorite actresses and she doesn't disappoint in the...

Brainstorming the Future, Part I

Great! Now that you have some good reasons to start your own business, you're probably thinking what the heck will your business be? Here are a few questions that you can ask yourself while...

Lookbook: Blending In

Shopping for back to school was exciting since I got to pick up a few items that I've always wanted in my closet for the longest time. Since the weather here is mostly sunny and quite scorching...

Prep Essentials: Outerwear

Left (Pim + Larkin) / Right (J. Jill) Now it's time for my favorite part of this prep essentials series...the outerwear post! Those familiar with me know that I love my jackets, blazers, and...

Afternoon Delight: Back to School

Blazer / Monogram Bracelet / Hair Bow / Blouse / Jeans / Flats / SatchelEven though summer is ending, I'm glad there's so much color in the fall collections. This look is super classic but modern...

3 Wrong Reasons to Start a Business

>> Part 1, 5 Right Reasons to Start a Business

Quips & Tidbits: Fall Head Over Heels

Forever 21 Blazer & Skirt / east 5th BlouseHere's another rendition with this amazing canary yellow blouse with ruffles upon endless ruffles. Now that I finished Fahrenheit 451, next on my list is...

Prep Essentials: Tops

Hi again! Now that you've seen some awesome sweaters, let's talk about other preppy essentials: button-up shirts (for layering under your cricket sweater) and chic blouses.Here are some reminders...

Afternoon Delight: Fall Textures

Wool blazer / Silk Scarf / Aubergine Dress / Link Bracelet / Glasses / Loafer PumpsLiving in Los Angeles, you would think I live for sunny days, but I feel much more at home when there's windy,...

5 Right Reasons to Start a Business

Inspiration: Beach Bound

Quips & Tidbits: A Pearl of Wisdom

Handmade Pearl Necklace - $4.00This week, I start on a mini self-improvement activity called Project 52, where I plan to do something once a week, 52 weeks a year. During the school year, I am...

Prep Essentials: Sweaters

A classic crewneck and a simple cardigan are essential for layering with your polos and oxford shirts. When I shop for sweaters, I'm incredibly picky and quality is key! It's very easy to tell if...

Afternoon Delight : Brunch by the Beach

Dorothy Perkins Chain print shirt / Pink Pineapple Bracelet (sold out) & Earrings / Willow skirt / Linea Pelle Belt / Madewell The Station SandalWhen I first saw a review of the DP Chain print...

Bead Amigas

What if we told you there was a way to reach out to disadvantaged women hundreds, perhaps thousands, of miles away and support their families with a few dollars? Would your next reaction be to ask...