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Mode and the Like is my collection of inspirations, portfolio-worthy articles, snapshots, styling ideas, and observations, in addition to comments on pop, independent, and past culture.

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sunshine, shades & soul

There’s something special about the light in California, the way it seems to radiate effortlessly, evoking quintessential Golden State visions of quiet suburbs, heatstroke highways, and sandy...

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101: update #1

Well, January has finally come to an end already! A lot happened this month, and even though I only completed about 1% of my 101 goals I feel good to be making some progress so early. This month I...

Feb 1, 2013 Like

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101 goals in 1001 days

Starting New Year’s day, I resurrected a long-forgotten project that had always interested me a great deal: 101 Goals in 1001 Days. In 2009, as a hopeful high school senior transitioning to a...

Jan 9, 2013 Like 1 person likes this

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so this is the new year

I’m sad to say that I have once again neglected Mode and the Like and though I recently posted I’m ashamed to call myself a blogger when all I do is slap a few things on here every couple of...

Jan 8, 2013 Like

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Kate Spade New York‘s colorful and whimsical accessories have been keeping my attention as of late, and when I spied the Knock On Wood Car Clutch I fell deeply in love. After browsing Zappos I went...

Jan 5, 2013 Like

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gone glam

On Friday I attended Glamorama for the second year in a row, and I’m excited to announce that today my article about it was published on Fashion School Daily. It was a great night and I’m so glad...

Sep 18, 2012 Like

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crazy for navy & fragrant tea

Well it’s been a long long while since any photos of myself actually surfaced on Mode and the Like, so I thought it was time to bring the camera along today when my boyfriend and I visited Leland...

Aug 31, 2012 Like

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prominent pumps

It’s been awhile since I checked out J.Crew‘s offering of accessories (their chunky necklaces and elegant earrings are my go-to for jewelry), but the newest line of footwear is giving baubles a run...

Aug 18, 2012 Like

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warholaville

Wishing Andy Warhol a posthumous “Happy Birthday” on the evening of a lovely summer’s day. The artist would be 85 today; I wonder what he would think about our society and the present celebrity...

Aug 7, 2012 Like

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wrapped and ready

In response to the chilly winds and heavy fog we’ve been seeing in the city, I’ve fallen in love with Louisa Parris‘ color-blocked scarves. Inspired by the Bay Area and named after SF...

Jul 29, 2012 Like

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on the shelf

My favorite part of summer vacation is the chance to sit back and catch up on my extensive reading list (which includes poetry collections, novels, non-fiction, literary journals, and magazines). I...

Jul 29, 2012 Like

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daisy daze

Prepare for a San Francisco summer’s day with a creamy sweater, sixties floral shorts, and pretty pastel accents. • • •Shop The Look • • •

Jul 17, 2012 Like

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tuning in

Last week I enjoyed a relaxing visit at home for 4th of July celebrations, and in the midst of scheduling a haircut, camping out for fireworks, and whipping up delicious (instant) vanilla pudding,...

Jul 14, 2012 Like

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tokens

Well, my much-needed Hawaiian vacation came to an end over a week ago and I’m still mourning the loss of tropical breezes and sweet shave ice that soothed my battered post-finals nerves. It was...

Jun 14, 2012 Like

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headed for honolulu

Well, my online presence has been very scarce this past month due to finals, but I’m relieved to say that school is finally over and work is on hold… because tonight, I travel to Hawai’i! I know, I...

May 23, 2012 Like

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out cold(play)

“Put on your wristbands; they’re part of the show.” Every few minutes, the circular screens would flash these words, eliciting an eruption of cheering, screaming, and hand-waving. My boyfriend Ben...

Apr 29, 2012 Like

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vibrant visions

It almost goes without saying that amidst preparing for finals, I’m anxiously awaiting the summer months. I’m ready for lime greens, warm yellows, and pops of orange. I’m ready for barbecues and...

Apr 27, 2012 Like

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for the love of gaultier

Scribbling ferociously at his desk, Jean Paul Gaultier pops in and out of view between animated sketches and gyrating models donning cage skirts, avant-garde hats, and cone bra dresses. Their...

Apr 26, 2012 Like

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p.s., i love you

I’ve been a fan of Proenza Schouler‘s downtown, cool-girl attitude for a long time now, and my adoration only increased when I saw the mid-century modern shapes, knit bodysuits, and chic Hawaiian...

Apr 20, 2012 Like

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out and about

Let me just start by saying that I can’t believe this beautiful San Francisco weather we’re having. It’s refreshing to see sunny skies follow days of thunder, lightning, and pouring rain (even...

Apr 16, 2012 Like

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spring me along

Meet San Francisco showers with a refined mix of staggered roses, metallic beige nails, and a flurry of black eyeliner. • • •Shop The Look • • •

Mar 28, 2012 Like

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dripping in jewel tones

Yesterday morning I took an early trip to Whole Foods and in the midst of searching for produce and poultry I somehow wound up in the beauty aisle (go figure). Amongst all the organic beauty...

Mar 28, 2012 Like

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baby’s first birthday

Well, today was my blog’s first birthday and it nearly passed me by. Frankly, I’ve been busy and uninspired (still). But it’s not like I’ve been too busy. The truth is if I wanted to make time for...

Mar 8, 2012 Like

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california dreamin’

Today is just a lazy Sunday, perfect for reading magazines (I’m so excited that my Vanity Fair finally came in!) and basking in the warm spring sunlight. Earlier this month I picked up the newest...

Feb 20, 2012 Like

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it’s just a bit of frosting

Happy Belated Valentine’s Day all! I wish I’d had time to share these delicious chocolates purchased at Fog City News with you yesterday, but unfortunately I was bogged down with seven hours of...

Feb 15, 2012 Like

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one last hurrah

School starts once again on Monday, so I’ve been trying to take advantage of my precious time by seeing The Artist; hitting up Fillmore Street for some organic froyo from Fraîche and pretty paper...

Jan 30, 2012 Like

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good tidings we bring to you and your kin

I hope everyone’s been having happy holidays these past few weeks (with many pets lounging around festively in your decorations, no doubt); I know I have. Since my release from school I’ve felt...

Dec 26, 2011 Like

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anna selezneva and malgosia bela by ezra petronio for self service s/s 2010

I love the slightly over-exposed, Polaroid-like feel of these photos. Bela and Selezneva remind me of sultry seventies gals, and matched with the heavy-handed makeup, glitter, and black garb, both...

Dec 13, 2011 Like

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instagramin’

I’ve been using Instagram for awhile now, and even though my iPhone 3GS doesn’t take stunning snapshots like the 4S, the app can make your life look so much more beautiful than it actually is. Stay...

Dec 11, 2011 Like

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we got more bounce in california…

A week ago I journeyed down to LA to visit my best friend Kali for her birthday. The minute I set foot on Southern California soil, I knew I’d never want to come home. Between Urth Caffé, the Hedi...

Dec 8, 2011 Like

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Mode and the Like

sunshine, shades & soul

101: update #1

101 goals in 1001 days

so this is the new year

vintage vroom

gone glam

crazy for navy & fragrant tea

prominent pumps

warholaville

wrapped and ready

on the shelf

daisy daze

tuning in

tokens

headed for honolulu

out cold(play)

vibrant visions

for the love of gaultier

p.s., i love you

out and about

spring me along

dripping in jewel tones

baby’s first birthday

california dreamin’

it’s just a bit of frosting

one last hurrah

good tidings we bring to you and your kin

anna selezneva and malgosia bela by ezra petronio for self service s/s 2010

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