Monday, March 26, 2012

Design for Life

Whew!  What a crazy whirlwind of a week!  After commuting over 150 miles for 5 days to this little side gig in the Valley, I can now say that that was one helluva project and I’m sooooo glad it’s over!  The daily grind was pure torture save for the fact that it was all done in good faith.  I’d like to think I’m really on the cusp of my “next big break” y’all!  Hahahahha kidding peeps.  I don’t mean to be so elusive about what I’ve been up to lately, I’m just not too sure how much information I’m allowed to divulge about impending projects on the board, especially when I’m under contract.  But what I can tell ya is that it might have something to do with a new makeover show and that it might just end up getting pitched to studio execs as a result!  Just really crossing my fingers that a) this project gets picked up=Success!  and b) they’ll hire me exclusively to design my little heart out on TV!

{What I wore to my 3rd day on set:  Haute Hippie Marabou feather vest, thrifted blouse similar HERE and HERE, Tory Burch denim leggings, Vintage knit and leather boots}

Oh, TV.  I sure do have this love/hate relationship with you.  Why, it wasn’t too long ago (2 years to be exact) that this HGTV project stumbled upon my lap and I was whisked away to New York to participate in a little show called “Design Star”.  Or what I’d also like to refer to as “a TOTAL mindf*ck!” …hahahahah…melodramatic much, Julie?  Seriously though, if you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to participate in a reality TV competition, I can honestly tell you, THAT ISH CRAY!  I don’t think I ever quite got back to “normal” and that was just a mere 3 weeks out of my life.  Looking back, I truly believe that that was one of the best moves I ever made for my career.  Shaken, but not stirred, I’ve now redirected my senses to reflect a lifestyle choice, not merely one made for professional motives.  I’m focused, I’m driven, and I’ve never felt more fortunate to have found my calling at this phase in my life.  And we’re just barely at the beginning y’all!

Thank you to all my readers for continuing on this design journey with me!  I don’t know where we’ll end up, but what I can tell ya is that we’ll be rocking it all the way to the big-time y’all!  From feathered floors to feathered frocks, some things will NEVER change ;D
*p.s. Haute Khuuture’s 2-year anniversary is coming up this April!  Can you believe it?!!  Got some surprises in store, you won’t wanna miss it!*
Hope it's the start to YOUR best week ever!

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64 comments:

Jes said...

love the look of those shoes with the leggings!
and i hope you get that big break!!! fingers crossed.
xx jes

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karo said...

wow! amazing! wonderful! great!
I love your ring ;)
xoxo

Petite and Hungry said...

congrats on your opportunities!! love your boots by the way!

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Marie Martell said...

You look gorgeous! love your outfit!

good luck with your new project!

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SIENA.STYLE said...

you look very pretty
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Tanja van S - PureGlam.tv said...

You look absolutely beautiful - especially the 3rd pic is perfect...

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Aurélie and Angelo said...

Love the gilet and the print on the blouse is beautiful! Great look! :-)

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J. Beaudet said...

I love your outfit! Can't wait to hear what you're working on! Thanks so much for stopping by my blog and for your kind comments!
Jenxx

Belle de Couture said...

Julie, you are beyong gorg in that new darker hair! LOVE! :)

xo
Jen

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Cathy said...

Thanks to your comment on my blog, I found, and am now following, your blog :) Love it, girl! Great style (you and the blog)!

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LV said...

Wow! Congtrats on being invited to participate onthe show. That is so AWESOME! So proud of you! You look gorgeous and I love that top!

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Aitana said...

Congrats!!!^^
i follow you on GFC and on Bloglovin ;)
can you follow me too on both of them?¿? :D

xoxo

MolDiva said...

i am impressed by your look, love the combination love.
Follow me on bloglovin and i do the same back:)

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Annika said...

lovely top :)


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thankfifi said...

love that little fur vest!

p.s. thanks for the lovely comment your left on ThankFifi.x

Chicpear said...

red looks good on you! gorgeous!

come check out my blog and hopefully we can follow each other on bloglovin :)

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Raindrops of Sapphire said...

I love your tunic and your hair! I really like your blog, it would be nice if you could stop by my blog sometime too :) :)

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Estherina said...

Love the fur vest!

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Fashion to Go said...

That's amazing! I can only imagine what goes on in the production of reality TV. Must've been an awesome experience.

Bravoe Runway said...

I feel so silly Julie! All this time I thought you looked awfully familiar but couldn't put a finger on it! Now I remember! I really hope this all works out for you, I've seen your website and your work is absolutely amazing. I also think you have the personality for TV so I am very excited for you! I hope it all works out.

Morbid Angel said...

AMAZINGGGGGGG!!
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t said...

Love the fur and how it matches your top!

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Laura Go said...

oh em geeeeeeeeeeee!!!!! I am so excited and totally crossing my fingers for you, Julie!!! :)
♥ laura
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Kate said...

What a cute little ensemble! Thanks very much for stopping by my blog btw, happy to check yours out lovely! x

Kate {Something Fabulous}
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Petra said...

Hi :) thank you for your lovely comment on my Blog. I looking around your Blog and I love it. These Outfit is so Beautiful I love the fur vest

Petra said...

...sorry I forgot something....I am your new Follower.
I wish you a great day (or Night)

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Stasha said...

so cool outfit, love the color, and the boots!
cool tatoo!
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Heather said...

I just love the color of that fur vest - and those socks with the shoes? Too perfect! You look so beautiful :)

XO
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Phuong said...

red looks good on you

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Cherel said...

Great outfit! It looks good on you!
xoxo

Amy Fashion Blog said...

This is such a cute look

Miss Daisy said...

This look is gorgeous!
xoxo

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The Fashionable ESQ said...

Loving this boho vibe. The color of your vest is great - it's cool to see a piece like this in something other than browns and blacks.

xx
The Fashionable ESQ
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Jessica said...

Wow good luck with everything! Sounds awesome. I love your shoes! And that burgundy color is gorgeous on you. :)

xx Jessica

Pip said...

Thanks Julie for visiting my blog and for the nice message!!! Your style is amazing and I love that vest with your blouse!!! So perfect! I am a new follower now! Have a fabulous day dear!! xx

Pip
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Karola said...

I absolutely adore the way you look here! <3

Hugs!
Karola
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Jen @ redsolesandredwine said...

1) you look gorgeous 2) wow - congrats on the pitch and hope it all goes well 3) you were on design star! I didn't know, that is so awesome. Love reading/supporting talented woman like you :)

xoxo
Jen

indie by heart said...

Gorgeous look ! Those colours look divine on you :) Love it ^^


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Caitie said...

absolutely gorgeous colors and I love your ring!

xxx
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Anaivilo said...

that is fantastic!! :D
and i love the outfit, the colors are outstanding! :D

nancy @ adore to adorn said...

good luck to you as you continue your work adventures! Sounds like it'll be very intriguing once you can talk about it! =)

Great outfit!

xo,
nancy

his little Lady said...

you are so precious! i just adore your unique style!
xo TJ

Suzie Q said...

I love the fur vest in that color! And how you paired it with that printed top is just fab. I just found your blog and I love your style! I'm definitely following you now through GFC! If you get a sec, I'd love if you'd check out my blog =)

xoxo,
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Ashleigh Nicole said...

So beautiful, I love the fur!

xo Ashleigh

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SayYouDontLoveMe said...

you look so pretty! ;)

Lisa said...

Lovely Blog! Keep up the good work!! ;)

Want to have a look at my recent Work I did for Tettnang? :)

Have a nice Day! xx

the goorgeous said...

great fur, love the colors here!

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GlamorousGirl said...

cute!!!

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Victoria said...

Oh great colours and textures in here!x

ola said...

congrats on the TV show - that's great news! :)
(and the anniversary too:)
i love this bold top in these photos.
xx
ola
www.stylesbyola.com

Zoe_Flood said...

I'm glad to hear that things are going well for you! and that you have so many oppurtunities ahead of you! I wish you all the luck in the world!

<3 Zoe
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Katie said...

Thanks for the comment! Loving your look here, especially the top - gorgeous colours. Good luck with all your exciting plans!

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Kasia said...

You look beautiful! Amazing hair!
Thanks for the comment! :*

Sharon said...

Love the furry cardigan!

You look gorgeous!



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Marlena said...

Woah, good luck!!! That's so exciting, I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you. Looks like you've had success in the past so I don't see why it shouldn't fall into your lap again :)

Love that fur vest by the way, I'd definitely double-take that if you passed by me on the sidewalk. Now I'm kinda lusting after it haha

{The Design Daredevil} Jessie D. Miller said...

Oh girl, I wish you the BEST of luck on your new journey. You deserve it. I have been through the Design Star ringer TWICE! Never made the cast though, but went through the casting ordeal, got flown to NYC, the whole thing and it was STRESSFUL and HEARTBREAKING so I can't even imagine how it was for you. Sending you positive energy! XO

sahar- the unfashionista said...

Wow! I love your style- it's so unusual :D Glad I discovered your blog- you look gorgeous here!! :D

Wendy said...

WoW Really love this. The color looks great on you!!!

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Shels415 said...

Congrats! And I'm sure there will be more to come your way!

Awesome look by the way!

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Lindsey said...

oh my goodness woman, you are gorgeous! I am loving your hair!

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oomph. said...

you look gorge in this deep burgundy! best of luck on this possible next big break!! keep us posted!

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Jessica Cai said...

I love your fur coat...it is so bold and beautiful! If you like my blog do you want to follow each other? :)

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Ana said...

You dress so well! and I love that your style is so original! I'm now following you pretty much everywhere!

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