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It's Symmetrical
itssymmetrical.blogspot.com
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I'm a Seattle-based graphic designer, photographer and style blogger who doesn't at all mind the year-round rain.
#5023 in All , #1013 in General Fashion

Hello! Goodbye!

I have some big news to share—this is my last post for Its Symmetrical.This end may seem quite sudden, but Ive been pondering the retirement of Its Symmetrical for quite some time. July wouldve marke...

25 mar 12

Cascade

I cant believe March is more than halfway gone! Ive finally finished my college applications and my taxes, and am pretty excited to get back to blogging regularly. I thought Id break my silence with ...

21 mar 12 2 people like this

Want— The Perfect Trench

The weather is just beginning to turn toward the better, and its become clear that I need a trench. Ive kept my eyes peeled for a long time, and I do believe Ive found the perfect one at last. I love...

13 mar 12 1 person likes this

SOTW— Oh, California

Once again, its been far too long. Im taking the time to hurriedly write this post before I get back to my final college application, which must be done in the next few days (it cant be den...

10 mar 12

Inspiration— Black, White, Leather, Gold

I cant deny it—black is my favorite color for Spring. And Im absolutely obsessed  with leather accents.Images— 1. Unknown, 2. Urban Outfitters, 3. Unknown, 4. Vogue UK, 5. The Vamoose, 6—7. ...

04 mar 12

This Side Of

Well, patient readers, its been too long! In the time that you havent seen me, my taste in clothes has changed a bit—my wardrobe has yet to reflect said change fully (Im slowly swapping things out), ...

26 feb 12 3 people like this

Versus

I woke up this morning with the urge to put on my prettiest/girliest dress. Its a sheer little thing with an asymmetric hem and all-over pleats, so I toughened it up a bit with this contrast-sleeve c...

13 feb 12

Want— Bagmania

I think its finally time for me to swap out my entire collection of bags—which is quite meager, for the record—for a new set that are more structured, sharp, and modern. Heres a selection of my favor...

12 feb 12

SOTW— Oh, I Dont Know

Image— Jak & Jil1. This interactive infographic is incredibly well-designed, and rather sobering.2. Have you ever wondered about the people behind the most iconic photographs?3. Im not often impr...

05 feb 12

Im All Aglow

Actually, Im just very very pale. Ha. And this is how I do colorblocking! As you all know, I dont wear much color; I felt like this turquoise-on-navy sweater would be an easy foray into the world of ...

02 feb 12

Inspiration— Le Drame, Part 2*

Images— 1. The Fashionisto, 2. Olaf Wipperfurth, 3. Fashion Gone Rogue, 4. Kati Nescher, 5. Unknown, 6—7. Tim Walker, 8—9. Unknown, 10. Tim Walker, 11—12. Unknown, 13. Tim Walker, 14. Fashion Go...

30 jan 12 1 person likes this

Inspiration— Le Drame, Part 1

I love that fashion photography is unquestionably al lowed to be so very dramatic. Real life is rarely this windswept, sulky, or well-styled. Enjoy the daydream.Images— 1—4. Unknown, 5. Fash...

25 jan 12 1 person likes this

SOTW— From Present to Past

Image— Logan Jackson1) With this app you can rate everything—literally everything.2) This animation, an advertisement for Persol sunglasses, is pitch-perfect. Ive never seen such beautiful light inco...

22 jan 12 1 person likes this

Amazing— Ssense

Lately Ive been more aware than ever of the merits of quality over quantity. I used to be a total quantity shopper, but over the past year and a half of blogging, Ive come to see that a piece with lo...

20 jan 12

Chloe Jennings Photography

I have a new little design project Im happy to finally share—a logo system for Indiana-based wedding and lifestyle photographer Chloe Jennings. She asked for something approachable and artistic, with...

19 jan 12

So... Snow!

We just got our first snow here in Seattle, and (as you can probably tell from the title) Im thrilled about it! Its funny how the weather can change my mood for the better so easily. Ive had a silly ...

15 jan 12 1 person likes this

On The Street— Isaiah

This is the third time Ive shot Isaiah—he never fails to impress! Here I particularly love how hes layered necklaces and a scarf together without overwhelming the rest of this subtle, neutral look. I...

15 jan 12

SOTW— No Time to Say Hello; Goodbye; Im Late, Im Late, Im Late!

At long last, another Stuffs of the Week! I hope you enjoy these links—I certainly found them irresistible. Also, thanks for all the love regarding the Seattle Metropolitan interview! Youre awes...

14 jan 12

Cape Town

I found this cape at a consignment shop on Capitol Hill, and it was instant love. Id wanted a cape for a while, and this one turned out to suit my short torso rather well (usually the capes I find ar...

09 jan 12 1 person likes this

Inspiration— Classic

Images— 1—3. Unknown, 4. Joy Newell, 5. Unknown, 6. Tim Walker, 7. The Fashionisto, 8—10. UnknownSo Im thinking about spring all of a sudden.Cheers,-C

04 jan 12 1 person likes this

I Saw Something

Well, here we are! 2012! I woke up this morning to sunshine, went to a potluck-style brunch (New Years Day brunch is the best thing ever—new tradition), and have spent the rest of the day reveling in...

02 jan 12 1 person likes this

Want— For Winter

Though were about to ring in a new year and are two thirds of the way through winter, the cold, rainy weather here in Seattle will last long into spring. That said, its definitely not too late for th...

31 dec 11 2 people like this

Small Packages

I adore Proenza Schouler. But as with most designer brands, a huge majority of their clothing and accessories are way, way out of my price range. Lucky for me, earlier this year they debuted a little...

31 dec 11

Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas

It feels like forever since Ive posted an outfit! So long that I think my style has shifted just a little bit since you last saw me. Which, Ill admit, Im happy about. This sweater was sort of a bold ...

24 dec 11 3 people like this

Inspiration— All Over The Street

I recently did an interview for Fashion BFF, and when asked who my style icon was responded "Nobody." Thats because Im most inspired by other bloggers, who in most cases couldnt be considered...

18 dec 11 1 person likes this

SOTW— The Most Wonderful Time

Image— Touch of Evil1) As if procrastination on its own werent enough of a problem, now somebodys added cats.2) Fashion photographer Alex Prager teams up with thirteen actors (who gave memorable perf...

10 dec 11

...Cool

Whenever I want a garment thatll give me that downtown, cool-kid look (you know, the one that attracts street style photographers like flies. Okay, okay, stop laughing), I head directly to Oak NYC. O...

07 dec 11

I Wasnt Wise, I Guess

This is the last outfit Im going to post that I styled for American Apparel, and probably the last instance of no glasses that will appear here ever (unless I magically decide I have t...

07 dec 11 2 people like this

SOTW— Keep Digging

Image— Unknown1) Calm down. Stay cool.2) This is the most delightful Tumblr Ive come across in some time—if youve read Cormac McCarthy (The Road, No Country For Old Men, etc.) itll go from good to im...

03 dec 11

Rotator Magazine

At last, some design!For the past couple of months Ive been working on a little magazine project with a crop of Tacoma and Seattle-based designers, illustrators and web magicians. Since leaving INK M...

02 dec 11 2 people like this

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