The Twirlit Crew went to LA fashion week for Sjobeck brand’s “Back to the Beach,” fashion show and I interviewed Lani Lupton, one of the designers behind the Sjobeck brand. What a cool gal who let us know a bit about the brand. Check out the video:

Sjobeck: “Back To The Beach Fashion Show” from twirlittv on Vimeo.

We recently had a Twirlit Giveaway with Libertas Designs, a brand that was started by Savannah Auger after growing up amidst the design centers of Italy, England, and California. With her popular shoes and handbags, Auger manages to mix elegant style with a bit of feminine rock n’ roll. Her designs have been featured in Lucky Magazine, New York Magazine, Geniux, Allure Magazine, and several others.

For a fashion designer, Savannah Auger is refreshingly down-to-earth and humble. Not to mention that she also manages to be the lead singer of a band called the Oblivion Express. Recently she sat down with us to discuss following your goals and, yes, Savannah actually started off selling her designs from her car. No joke.

And check out Savannah and her band, Oblivion Express:

hey guys,

I’ve blogged before about the awesome shoot we had with Swell.com and here’s the final Twirlit Video. Thanks again to the team, Tsega, Yosef, Aysha, and of course Erika, Nikki, and Jill from Swell… and Leah from Hotel Oceana. You guys rule!

Hey guys,

So, Wow…first just wanted to let you guys know that I’ve been made editor of Twirlit, that Women’s fashion/beauty/lifestyle blog that I’ve been blogging so much about lately. I’m so excited to be working with Sean again, along with Aysha Manori, our Photo Editor/Creative Director and Tsega Dinka, Senior Web Designer and DP/Shooter.

Our Creative team over at Tsavo has been working really hard to make the sites we work on from Twirlit to Kidglue to Manolith,  look good, have great content, and of course provide value for our readers.  They’re all amazing, fab, and I couldn’t have done all this without them. Literally.

We really appreciate all the support and thanks Sean for the intro. I’ve worked with Sean for a while now and he’s basically been the one to teach me about blogs, html, and basically every single annoying question there is. THANK YOU FOR PUTTING UP WITH MY QUESTIONS!!! LOL.

Don’t worry…I’m still pursuing my other goals, but this is probably the best day job I’ve ever had. I’m super excited to be working with new writers and working with our Creative team to carve out a unique voice for our site.

Peace out,
Kat

Our second Video in our Twirlit Fashion/Beauty Series…Sean and I went to the Fairfax flea market on Melrose Place here in La-La Land to get some style tips. There’s a Swedish Pop Star in the midst! (That soft-spoken blonde dude)

Melrose Flea Market from twirlittv on Vimeo.

It’s really late as I blog right now and its really hot here in LA. The weather has been so strange lately, as a few days ago, I felt as though I was in Philly as it was ridiculously cold. (okay, maybe not THAT cold, but I do believe that your blood thins out when you move out West) Anyway, we started a video series for Twirlit, that will focus on fashion/beauty tips and also will feature people who will be able to hopefully provide you with useful/Entertaining content.

Our first shoot was with Verabella Salon in Beverly Hills, and that will be blogged later as the video for that shoot posts this week on the site and on my blog. (Of course!)

So…today, Sean Percival (content mgr at Tsavo and Master of SEO) and I were at Fairfax Flea Market to find a few examples of how Los Angelenos put together their style, even amidst this recesssion.

This is me pretending to be Kanye West with his plastic rimmed glasses. I definitely need to get a new pose. Any suggestions?

Here’s Sir Percival himself. We used to cause trouble when we worked together back in the day…haha. I also forced him to make this peace sign.

This band played a good set, providing background music at the flea market.

And… many deals were to be had. Recession Special example #1.

This shoot was really fun and we ended up meeting some interesting style subjects including a Pop star from Sweden. No joke. Keep a look out for an upcoming video post and more cool stuff from the Twirlit/girlatastartup Video series!

Peace out. I need some sleep.

Morning party peoples. Here are some of my recent posts for Twirlit, a fashion/beauty/lifestyle site as well as Manolith. Hope they inform, amuse, and entertain you!  And shout-out to Tsega, Senior designer at Tsavo Media for finding all the pictures for the posts.  You are awesome!!!

HEALTH

Teen Queen Miley Cyrus Opens Up

The Health Benefits of Acai

How to Avoid Junk Food

FASHION

Michelle Obama’s Effect on J.Crew

Anna Wintour’s Gala Feels Recession

Kate Moss Opens New York Topshop

MANOLITH (FOR THE BOYS)

Cheap Ways To Eat Healthy

What a Girl Wants

Are You Too Smart for Love?
When it comes to matters of the heart, don’t think TOO much. Listen to your gut feelings. They usually don’t fail you.

Less is More When It Comes to Fashion
Style is about bringing your individual personality to the table. No need to try too hard. Make like Russell Simmons and Just Do You.

Joe Zee of Stylista Joe Zee knows how to dress and style. Would love to meet this dude!

Beth Ditto Goes High Fashion Beth Ditto is not your typical Cover Girl, but she doesn’t care what anyone thinks. Nice.

Quickest Way to Lose a Few Pounds No illegal substances necessary. Just work out and eat right.

Mischa Barton Enters a Beautiful Life New show about the not-so-beautiful life of models and the fashion industry.

New Web Series Rockville CA New series from Josh Schwartz about the indie rock world in LA.

So, on Twirlit, I get to blog about fashion, beauty and pop culture which is entertaining for me. And hopefully for my readers! Anyway, I just wanted to post my Twirlit posts of the day so feel free to check out the site and comment on my posts! Thanks

TOP 5 REASONS TO DITCH THE BAD BOYS- I’ve dated a few of them, and here’s what I’ve learned. Granted, I don’t know everything and you’re more than welcome to toss aside this advice but this is what I’ve found to be true.

GOSSIP GIRLS GRACE ROLLING STONE-  I love this show about privileged teenagers on the Upper East Side of New York City. It’s probably because their high school lives are so far removed from my own that it’s pure escapism.  Plus, I think Chuck is a genius character…his scowl and sarcastic comments make me laugh each time I watch.

ERIN OF THE CITY REVEALS HERSELF- Erin Lucas of “The City,” is Whitney Port’s best friend and is the example of the “I’m a 20-something so I need to find myself,” stage in your life.  She’s lucky that she’s the daughter of an AC/DC bassist and has a sick downtown pad. AH!

LADY GAGA…THE NEW PRINCESS OF POP?- Lady Gaga is a pretty interesting performer. With platinum blonde hair, a throaty voice, and two SICK dance songs including “Just Dance,” and “Polker Face,” I like to blast her songs when I’m on the freeway.  Fab.

HOW TO HAVE HEALTHY HAIR- I’m a huge fan of taking care of my health. It’s the one thing you can do everyday to feel/look better, which shows up in your skin and hair.  Here are some tips on how to have healthy hair.

And… I don’t know how to play polker. (I should learn at some point) But because of Lady Gaga, I now know how to have a Polker face.

Another Saturday, so I thought I’d make a couple more videos for the blog that focus on fashion, specifically how women define their style/fashion amidst the recession. Here are a few ladies we spoke with to discuss their fashion sense, especially amidst this Economy. And HUGE THANKS TO SERENA EHRLICH who held the Flip mino during the interviews!!

Candy, who works in Casting and is a Vegan food chef

Kat’s Fashion Interview with Candy from girlatastartup on Vimeo.

Marcy, a High School Senior

Kat’s Fashion Interview with Marcy from girlatastartup on Vimeo.

Chelsea, a West Hollywood resident

Kat’s Interview with Chelsea from girlatastartup on Vimeo.