Monday, May 9th, 2011
As another week begins, I’m becoming more aware of how I need to make my time more productive and accomplish my goals even if they’re small. I read this amazing article on how to set smart daily goals and it really helps me think about how I want to use my time in a different way.
Here’s a question I borrowed: What is the one BIG thing you want to accomplish today? (Don’t let excuses get in your way!)
My Answer: I’m going to talk to the admission counselor about enrolling in the graphic design program and taking courses to pursue my passion further. That’s it.
What about you?
One day, I’m going to live somewhere in Paris, surrounded by cute little cafes like this to go have breakfast in the morning!
You know I can’t resist cute couples who are stylish together!
Aren’t those rings amazing! More from Fashion Designer Cynthia Rowley and her closet here.
I love to wear bodysuits! Nobody does it sexier than than Dolce and Gabbana! Dolce and Gabbana Spring/Summer 2010
Some of my favorite bodysuits! From left to right: Double in Brass by The Lake Stars Chiffon Strappy Bodysuit $59.00 (Urbanoutfitters.com), Hanky Panky Lace Bodysuit $52.00 (Nordstrom), Red Galaxy Swimsuit $85.00 (Blackmilkclothing.com) 
Love to wear this to work today! 1. AU JOUR LE JOUR AJG084 BLACK POLYAMIDE/ELASTANE T-SHIRT $220.00 (Farfetch.com) 2. 3.1 Phillip Lim Belted cotton-blend cropped pants $350.00 (netaporter) 3. Sequin ‘Cleopatra’ Pendant Necklace $58.00 (Nordstrom) 4. Pump Women $550.00 5. BE & D Woodstock woven-panel patent-leather bag $675.00 (Theoutnet.com)
My favorite accessories from Loft Online and they’re all under $100.00! 1. Lucky Woven Espadrille $69.50 2. Mesh Bib Necklace $74.50 3. Metallic Skinny Belt $24.50 4. Fern Ankle Weave Sandal $89.50
Have an inspiring day my loves! xoxoxoxoo
(Source: Tumblr, Fashion Copious, style.com)
am i the first one to leave the comment??:))) can’t believe i managed it!:))) i love love love this post my dearest Shin,it’s so inspirational!!!beginning with your decision to make each day better,with all these amazing pics,until Ira’s inspiring words!!!:) i don’t need to mention that each comment of yours always but always makes my day and makes me a lot happier!!!!!:)) have a fantastic day!!!many many kisses!!!
Those inspiring words are truly inspiring to me, it’s like i’ve seen the light 🙂 i hope it pulls me through my exams 🙂 thanks!
Love this post! Those words are truly inspiring!
I so love your posts!
Have a great week, honey!
xoxo
Gorgeous post!!
The picture of the cafe is lovely & I love the pictures of the cute couples!
Very inspring
xx
What an inspiring post! 🙂
I have huge problems when it comes to procrastinating so I have started to write myself a to do list everyday in my diary. I make sure I do them and tick them off as I go – even if it’s just little things too!
It is such a good feeling of accomplishment when I put that tick down 🙂
I didn’t really have a goal today, unfortunately because I am sick with the cold/flu. It shouldn’t really be an excuse because I am not dying but it’s so hard to motivate myself when I don’t feel 100 percent – especially when I don’t have my voice at the moment, lol.
I hope you get to put a tick next to your to do for today! 😀 MAke it your number one priority! (Sorry to sound so motherly?)
xx
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Well today all I want to accomplish is my work. I’ve been so lenient with my work quality lately that I ended up having less than satisfactory feedback too many times. 🙁 I love this post, especially the girls at D&G. That’s one of my ultimate favorite catwalk moments (Natasha is HOT).
Mars of fashion insouciance
can i just say that is by far the best post i’ve read so far today. so inspiring.
It’s Monday night here so accomplished quite a bit at work today. Good to read of our plans for Graphic Design. Following your blog now
have a great day you too!!!
xoxo
Yeah…I love couples who are stylist together!! I glad you like my trench!! Many thanks!!
Fashion Cat
http://www.firstlookbook.blogspot.com
I’m unfortunately terrible at deadlines and completing tasks/goals. I make lists and set goals but rarely get things done in a timely fashion. It’s so bad, I’m a master procrastinator/multitasker.
Style — is a perfection of a
point of view…
and Shin, yours is
so exquisitely lovely, so rockingly,
beautifully, you!!! :d xoxoxo
May 9, 2011 at 9:37 am
Style — is a perfection of a
point of view…
and Shin, yours is
so exquisitely lovely, so rockingly,
beautifully, you!!! ;D xoxoxo
Your post is so amazing, that I don’t even know where to start…
Let’s just leave like that: your post is amazing!
Truly inspiring!
So lovely, thanks for the inspiring images! Great great blog dear!! Hope to see you back on my blog again, would love to hear your thoughts! XO Raspberry & Rouge
http://raspberry-rouge.com
This is such a beautiful post! Oh, honey, I hope your dreams will come true!
xoxoxo
Wow Beautiful Post 😉 I Love the Pics 😉
Those are such inspiring words, I’ve read them before, but thery are a great reminder to stay motivated and follow your dream, so thank you, Shin. 🙂 The one important thing to accomplish today would be to meet an important project deadline. And then have coffee on a terrace with the girls if the weather gets better, which I doubt unfortunately. Have a great week! xo Ada
The black lace body is absolutely perfect! So glam’^^
have a good week!
OMG your name is Shin right? Did I found it? You never mention your name, either to comments, on posts and on your profile so I had this mission on my mind to find your name by my own. I’m really happy to be your friend if you consider me one, cuz you are mine and your way of thinking and your style just amaze me every post more and more! Ira’s words were really inspiring! I love 2 cute fashionable couples, and one day I’m gonna visit Paris, Milano and New York. Those rings are gorgeous and those runways have stunning outfits! I made my big thing today, but for you it will be a surprise till I finish it and than I will show it to all!Hope I made you lil’ curious 😛
http://www.kikisbookofdreams.blogspot.com/
xoxo Kiki
Hi, Shin adorable!
It’s so nice to start the week … even reading a special post like yours.
It is a great reality, we must take more of our time. Doing things like that, being more productive. I loved your goals! I would love to live in New York, Paris and take a nice breakfast! If we could be transported to that moment where we wanted it so good! I would go there to give you good day:)
I loved all your inspirations! Always inspire me and also make my day be very happy!
I was glad you liked the work of Marie Taillefer, she is very talented.
A very special week for you! And with many joys! A big kiss for you my dear friend!
Xoxo
Susie
http://www.myfashionview.com
I think this is such an inspiring and motivating post, lady! You really know how to break a gal out of the Monday rut. It’s so refreshing to see real substance behind your posts, which is something that’s very difficult to find these days. You combine fashion, life, and truly fabulous advice all into one. It’s what keeps me coming back for more!
By the way, I looooove when you post on fashionable couples. It’s so cute and endearing! Hope you have a fantastic day and keep on rocking our socks off!
Your Friend,
Nikki
http://www.cositabella.com
Those words really made my night more relaxed..
Lovely photos
lee x
good luck with the admissions dpt 🙂
i’m looking into the possibilities of getting
certified as a yoga instructor.
delia
http://www.lovelaughlipglosses.com/
ps. ice cream is the best even on rainy days.
ohhh i want to live in paris too!! and good luck talking to the counselor, you should totally pursue your passion. i know one day til glee!!! xx
What a great idea!
hope it works for you =)
The only goal I had today was to go to school(have been sick) and I’ve been there! =)
btw, love the necklace (Cause it’s a necklace, huh?) nr2 you know. very beautiful!
very inspiring post! you should pursue whatever you want to do, have a great monday!
xoxo
http://amordedior.blogspot.com
Hi I love your title: Rock your Monday!:) I always know I could depend on your blog to cheer me up ezp on Monday!:) Thank u for sharing the inspirational quote. I’m in the creative line (graphic designer).
xoxo,
Katy
http://katyrosli90.blogspot.com/
Eeek another inspiring Monday post babe! Thank you, after my horrible wknd I needed that 🙂 Hope you had a lovely wknd Mwah xx
love this post! I actually posted this same cafe pic in my Valentine’s day post! Good luck! way to be productive:)
I absolutely agree with the choice fo the couples and I lvoe the group fo models who walked on the runway at the end of D&G show, amazing. You chose wonderful pieces, as ever, my favourite is the Lace bodysuit that is perfect for D&G style and absolutely on my style ;D
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honey!!!! yummy creperie! 😀 love creperies and most if there be in Paris!!
Love the poly picture on the runway! 😀
xx
http://www.sickbytrend.com
I agree with them: “Don’t let excuses get in your way!” But sometimes it can get very hard! I loved that D&G collection!
hugs and kisses by Mani.
I love bodysuits, but I have NO idea where I would possibly wear it. And I think Mr. A would laugh at me. He doesn’t always understand fashion.
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Twitter: @GlamKitten88
Inspiring post 😀
Thanks for the link about daily goals, I think I needed it haha
A very good Monday post 😉 just what we need xx
I love seeing stylish couples together too 🙂
That’s completely right, yet i know that the only pressure I’m under is the pressure I’ve put on myself. So what i can’t do during that day, i’ll do it next time!
Love that selection of pics and bodysuits, that’s lovely!
xoxo
Virginie/ Couture & DIY
Hello darling! We are doing alright, super busy with final projects for school! Thanks for asking:) How are you doing? I had no idea you wanted to be a graphic designer, I really hope that works out for you. That would be an amazing and exciting career. The Cynthia Rowley rings here are incredible, they make such a statement!
Today I definitely want to finish some scholarship essays. I’ll be so relieved when those are done!
love that dolce & gabbana runway shot!
Aww what a great post! Live your dreams out – that’s what they are there for 🙂
My goal for today is kind of petty, but I have promised my husband I will start working out again. It’s been months…ahh! Can’t wait to get out of work and enjoy this weather.
xoxo
-linh
http://la-lalinh.blogspot.com
Hey dear! Hope you ahd a great weekend. (: I hope it works out for you today, good luck! And i love Paris, i visited it like 15 times but i still love it! oh and the couples are sooo cute xxxxx
I love being inspired like this! Thank you!
Juliet xxx
very inspiring post 🙂 lovely
Those are such inspiring words♥
Lovely
🙂
A very inspiring post my dear! I love those stylish couples… very chic and thankfully not matchy-matchy. Those rings are incredible as well. Ira Glass is very wise and the words ring so true. Good luck with the graphics design course!
love the bodysuits, so beautiful. and the little cafe is so adorable. wish we could all be happy in paris 🙂
xxxx
I lover your fashion sense, and that you are following your dreams!
stay on track and you will amaze yourself 🙂 !!
Love the bodysuits! And I’ve had the same problem lately… that link you posted led to a lot of good advice. Tomorrow… I’m going to unpack my suitcase from London! Because unpacking usually takes me several days. It’s rather sad.
Cheers!
–Megan//The Martian Tide
I love the galaxy swimsuit.
such an inspiring post. i definitely needed this on a monday. xx
Ah, goal setting is something I need to work on. Love the quotes!
Shin it’s like you read my mind! Yesterday I wasted my entire day – don’t ask me what I was up to but I accomplished nothing! I find I’m so easily distracted these & I get sucked into the internet for hours – reading blogs on facebook, twitter etc….so thanks a mil for the article lot’s of good advice I like the 90 mins you set aside everyday to just do! Now I need to act on it 😉 Good for you, graphic design is very creative, all the best xx
Btw – I love the The Lake Stars Chiffon Strappy Bodysuit
great post and so inspiring…i totally need to make daily goals for myself, as well as long term ones and stick to them! i love those photos too, those bodysuits are awesome! hope you had a great monday 🙂
Fashion Bag 411
Hi cutie! first I want to thanks all your lovely comments because you always have nice words to me, and sometimes is like read to a friend.. you know.. you are very nice.
Second.. every day is a inspiring day don’t you think? today I didn’t do anything special (maybe because I ckeck the blogs in the night.. and Im always late lol) but I wore a simple outfit wich made me feel very comfy and sweet, so I felt the magic in the aire arround me (lol)
Is going to rain tomorrow, so maybe Ill be just like you in Hawai 🙂
See you and have a nice tuesday 🙂
Oooh can I join you for breakfast in one of those fabulous, beautiful little French cafes one day?? 🙂
YES YES and YES! where to start? I completely love Paris, I adore stylish couple and bodysuit are such a great piece! And that quote by Ira it totally made my day! Thanks Shin! and have the best day! xoxo Nath
Love the insect rings! xo
(I am having a buffalo tooth necklace give-away if you’re interested!)
strawberry freckleface
really give some inspiration 🙂
Can’t live without a good body suit…..xoxoo
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Goodluck on the fashion design course! Omg, I love the leftmost bodysuit, but it’s gona be such a hassle to go to the bathroom in that haha and such inspiring words, great way to start the week!
Btw, passed you an award. http://burningskyy.blogspot.com/2011/05/shoppingagain-and-blogger-luxury-award.html
Your post is a big inspiration for me, Thanks
Alex b
I have been thinking about that too! I have set so many goals for work and my personal life that it gets a bit tiring though, so I had to have a rest last weekend! I always want to improve my blog, my online profile, my work, my finances… so much to do! I try to have fun but too 🙂
What a lovely post! Emm for me maybe, start writing a novel on this holiday I’m having!
Very nice post, and beautiful pictures. I just found your blog and I really like it 🙂
I’m in love with some of you pictures! First the couple left. Romantic and stylish-my favourite features 😀 than the bodysuits. A trend I love but I never know how to wear it in a proper way…
Last but not least your last picture with the happy-qoute.
This post inspired me!
xoxo Christal