Audrey Kitching's Blog

JustFab sent me some awesome gifts to wear at WWD MAGIC and Fashion Week events. Leopard and leather right up my alley! Thank you!

photo julia ariella cox / waffles best shredder impersonation

Been having strange feelings latley, probably due to my insane schedual and work drama. I keep thinking back to the days where I was living in a hotel and building skateboards for pocket cash to get by. That time in my life was depressing but the most free I have ever felt. All my friends and me would just spend our nights and days at the skateparks drinking 40s with no responsibilities or cares in the world. I was lucky in the sense the people I grew up with were the gutter punks and skate rejects (mean that in best way possible) and as strange as it sounds im so appreciative of that. They kept it real at all times and help build me into who I am today. I know I will never get sucked into the industry bullshit I see and weed my way out of on daily basis because of them. I know if I were to be living that life now in my mid 20's I would be a total loser, but im always so glad it's a part of me. The things you go through, learn and deal with build who you are today. Growing up not rich and having a family who didn't agree with my bad behavior was probably the best thing that ever happened to me. You can't teach someone street smarts and experience, you have to live it.

My life is on fast forward at the moment. The amount of emails and phone calls I have had on a daily basis is enough to make anyone want to chew glass. Ok, it's not THAT bad but just so you know im not slacking on my personal blogs here's a little taste of what's been going on in my life at moment. Finishing samples for Coco De Coeur and Tokyolux A/W lines to go to market end of the month, Japanese press and new logo's for my launch in Japan, Interview pannel question review for WWD MAGIC trade show, packing for Vegas Sunday morning, speaking on Teen Vogue pannel this week, Fashion Week reviews, new writing jobs for beauty articles once a week for out source, hired new PR working on biog and pitch kit's for next 6 months, personal apperance at Irregular Choice booth in Vegas..... I could go on but I don't want to bore you.

Looking forward to seeing all my fashion industry West coast lovers next week. Flying may be my top least favorite things to do, other then go to the DMV. Im lucky to have my assitant and buddy Sonia coming with me to help keep everything organized and on point. New moon in Leo this week brought up some serious work drama and hidden agendas. As the shit get's thicker it's toxic, need to get it out of my face. Off to pull some clothing for my trip to WWD MAGIC, there is this sick blue flower suit I have my eye's on and spiked varisty jacket. Im always the purple cow in the room and wouldn't have it any other way.

photos courtesy nasty gal

Last image is Coco De Coeur Vintage Army Coat as seen on Hayley Williams

The perfect I don't give a shit (but really do) look for everyday.

What you'll need:

bag of assorted gem stones, gorilla glue or a gluegun and a pair of wedge heels

these are my diy versions, im not going to lie it took a long time but the originals had a price tag of over $300 and these will coast you about $50 to recreate! Not as fancy but not bad!

Bookends (I have these in my bedroom!)

magnets

tea light candle holder

coasters or trivits

I bought all of these, too good to pass up.

shop HERE!

photo: David LaChapelle

Katy Perry get's her inner mermaid on in her new campaign for GHD Air hair dryers. It almost looks like a painting or a 90's Lisa Frank design that came to life.

Thought's on this campaign?

Vice magazine recently did a photo shoot with the intention of turing it into GIFS. I love this idea, totally staling it for a shoot in near future. SICK.

GIFS: JOSH GREET
STYLING: SAM VOULTERS
HAIR:  YOSHITAKA MIYAZAKI
MAKE-UP: XABIER CELAYA
STYLIST'S ASSISTANTS: ALI CARMAN, MAEVE O'BRIEN
MODELS: ED & TANIEL AT STUDIO BOYO, MIMI, ZAINA

Dawntroversial made me these custom chunky 6 inch heel pink glitter heels! They are killer and im totally in love. I wore them in a recent editorial shoot. I have turned into a total shoe freak and have three bookcases ful of them... scary! MUST STOP BUYING SHOES.

Any other shoe aholics out there?

Dita Von Teese is a hero of mine. Is she even human? She really commits! Even when she is sick she is still in makeup and perfect hair in a beautiful robe laying around her home. How is that possible? When I'm sick I look SICK! Jealous of her comitment to the lifestyle. If I wasn't such a granola hippie this is how I would live... luxury at all times!

Winter is a harsh exhuasting season that will kick you butt and wear you out if you let it! Too much fashion and fun too little time. It's really important to stay on top of your health and relaxtion during these dark cold months. Here are a few of my favorite tips for beating the winter blues.

1. Set aside one day a week to rest, reflect and regenerate. Watch your favorite movies, take baths, light some incense, endulge in your favorite teas. No electronics!

2. The Bach Flower Remedy ( im a huge fan of this line, im actually learning on testing for it ) Oak enhances willpower, endurancr and devotion to higher ideals. Add four drops to eight ounces of drinking water or tea four times a day. You can also dab this on your skin or add it to a hot steamy bath. You can purchase at Amazon or Whole Foods.

3. Do dry heat saunas two to three times a week. Start with five minutes and work up to 20 minute sessions. Local gyms or Korean bath spas are perfect places for this.

4. Take a long aromatherpy bath before bed three times a week. This is an excellent way to reduce stress, soothe muscles, care for the skin and encourage detox by opening pores and stimulating your lymphmatic system to release toxins through perspiration. Use essential oils such as rose ad lavender to help reduce craving and stress, or rosemary, which can reduce aches and pains.

5. Try consuming two to three tablespoons of chia seeds a day. They can be added to soups, stews, dressings or spinkled over salads and veggies. They are great source of omega 3s and plant based calcium, plus a major hunger buster due to fiber content. I love throwing these into green smoothies in the morning!

6. Meditate for atleast 10 minutes a day to deeply rest your mind, and or join a local yoga group! Yoga release tension, stress and helps the body heal by allowing you to find your natural vibration.