Kim K's Blog: With Regards to Moving to Miami

I've been reading a lot of stories online today saying that I'm leaving LA for Miami. Although Beverly Hills will always be my home, Miami is one of my favorite places and my goal is to purchase a home there and split my time between the two.

So no... I'm not leaving LA for good. But ideally Miami will be my second home :)

You can see me talk more about Miami in the video from the White House Correspondent dinner this weekend.


source: http://kimkardashian.celebuzz.com/2010/05/moving-to-miami-house.php

Kim Attends White House Correspondent’s Dinner

Kim looking radiant at the 2010 White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner last night (May 1st).

































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April 30: Kim Tries on Flip Flops!

Kim was spotted trying on flip flops while shopping in West Hollywood on April 30th.

























source: http://kimkardashianfans.com/candids/kim-tries-on-flip-flops/

Chicken Soup For the Soul with Jeannie Mai..and a lil something for you.

If you haven’t thought about what you’re gonna get yo mama yet for Mother’s Day in 7 days- start thinking.

Now I realize writing this that not everybody has this type of relationship with their mama. Trust me, growing up with a young and overly sassy mom was um.. a little hard for me. (“No, go ahead mom, you and my friends get out and I’ll drive around to look for parking.” to reading the occasional “Wow!” or “I don’t like him either” written in purple ink over my diary entries.) Howevs, Mom was a necessary nut that made me the delicious peanut butta I am today. (UM..did u MISS my blog about what Mom did in Vietnam??) Well, because I rave so much (no glowsticks needed) about mai beautiful making the woman I am today, Chicken Soup for the Soul actually approached me to share a story about mai mother, Olivia Mai. I did, and it was published! So I’m going to share my submitted story here below and encourage you all to grab this year’s Mother Edition of Chicken Soup For the Soul called Thanks Mom. It’s SO adorable and has the most unexpected celebrity contributors that will make you see a whole different side to them thru their stories.

And guess what? I’d like to gift 3 free books to the first three friends of mai blog that can tell me why THEIR mom rocks and a picture of you both. Email me at jmail@iheartjeanniemai.com. Mai picks will be posted next Sunday, Mother’s Day. Good luck!

PS. I get that it’s a Hallmark holiday. Yes I celebrate her everyday of mai life, but I’ll be damned if my mom drives around our hometown of San Jose seeing flowers at the stoplights for sale and friends asking “What did you get for Mother’s Day??” without knowing I love her like a fat kid loves cake

Chicken Soup for the Soul Entry

Olivia Mai rocks. She’s my mom, and because of her, I learned that fashion is powerful.

Mom’s daring, playful, and unconditionally loving personality were three qualities that taught me being attractive has nothing to do with good looks- yet had everything to do with great style. Growing up was a show with my mom- and not for anybody else but us. We glittered it up for grocery shopping, gave makeovers to friends who stopped by, and had fun with style to stay current because of creativity, not money or trend. Mom believed looking good said two things- 1) I care about myself and 2) I want you to care about you. It’s very weird how it works that way – taking intentional time to dress yourself builds a confidence to feel good, therefore making you give your best to everyone. People seeing your positive energy through your style will think about the way they look, and by being confident with love you invite them to celebrate themselves without saying a word. Fashion is powerful.

For the first few years of my life, everything was cupcakes and cashmere. I had no problem being me, and had the most enjoyable time decorating my moods each day. It was the first day of school where I had no idea I would have to learn how to stand (out) on my own two feet.

All month Mom and I had been preparing for the first day and I had everything set the night before to walk in and make some new friends. I had decided my first day color had to be a powerful purple, and sprung outta bed that morning ready to throw on my purple and grey plaid jumper with my fave tee underneath that spelled “J-E-A-N-N-I-E” in bold black letters, funky fresh pink fishnet stockings, and glossy purple rubber galoshes that my mom had purchased for rainy weather. (It was 74 degrees and sunny that day.) She helped me with the finishing touches of sparkly bangles to my wrist, gave me a wet kiss on my cheek, (careful not to smudge my glittery Wet n Wild lipgloss), and walked me into school for my very first day.

The moment I walked into my classroom and took off my coat, every single kid stared. Parents, too. Mom saw Mrs. Clark, my new teacher, and left my side to say hello. Immediately I felt the eyes all over the room pan head to toe over my outfit. Several of the parents raised an eyebrow, while many of the kids pointed and laughed. For the first time, I felt the emotion of insecurity. Scarier, I felt like I’d rather be anybody else but me. I saw that everyone else had slicked smooth hair, barrettes, matching dresses and socks, appropriate sandals and shoes. I sat down wishing I could take off my galoshes and hide.

By midday I was known as Jeannie Weenie Wild. (Thanks Tory Millen.) At lunch nobody sat by me, and at the end where new friends waited in pairs to be picked up, I waited by myself. When Mom rolled up, I lunged myself in the backseat, kicked off my boots and headband, and slouched low in my seat. I didn’t even wait for Mom to ask what was wrong. Through tears I wailed about why she let me go to school looking like that and why didn’t she buy me clothes like the other kids and why did she name me something that rhymes with Weenie and why-

At that moment Mom immediately pulled the car over, took off her seatbelt, and turned around with the most thrilled elated expression of joy that I wondered if I was in the right car. “They already know your name?? The kids??? What did they say?? That’s WONDERFUL!!”

I sat there dumbfounded like, “Did you hear what I said?? NO!! I don’t want them to know my name! I hate school! I’m never going back!! Everybody is too mean and I hate my clothes!”

The next words my mom said I never forgot: “Con”, (which means my child in Vietnamese), “this is the best day ever. I raised you to stand out and be something to talk about. I don’t care what they’re saying, as long as you are noticed and unforgettable, you are my daughter and I am so proud!”

Those words changed my life forever. That very second her words slipped into my ears, I understood the difference between “owning it” and “being owned”, a philosophy I advocate today when adopting new styles. Never again, would I let anybody else tell ME, who I was. She had spent those years teaching me to celebrate myself, and now was my turn to learn how to make a statement. And its built the wall of protection I have in this business for anything said against me- because I know as long as my actions come out of love and a fun spirit, I’m a “Do” all the way.

Thanks to Mom, I use that confident foundation to stack the rest of my personality upon to influence others through fashion.

And just so you know, I wore those purple galoshes the next day, too. J

source: http://iheartjeanniemai.com/chicken-soup-for-the-soul-with-jeannie-mai-and-a-lil-something-for-you/

Show Off Your Gams With a Shorts Suit!

TREND: Shorts suits

WHO'S WEARING IT: Amanda Seyfried (Viktor & Rolf), Gwyneth Paltrow (Giorgio Armani), Demi Lovato (alice + olivia blazer)

HOW TO WEAR IT: When you sport any type of menswear, it's important to contrast the masculinity with feminine details, like Amanda's Roger Vivier shoes or Gwyneth's blingtastic Chopard jewels. A shimmering material or sequin embellishment makes the suit sassy enough for nighttime. If you don't feel like investing in a set, follow Demi's lead and pair a blazer you already own with a tailored short.


source: http://www.mystyle.com

Hearts of Gold

TREND: Long, gold heart pendant necklaces

WHO'S WEARING IT: Sarah Jessica Parker and Chloë Sevigny

HOW TO WEAR IT: These bold gilded baubles are an easy way to have everyone fall in love with your look, especially when they're worn with a simple outfit like SJP's white draped dress or Chloë's sleek black YSL jumpsuit. As always, too much of anything is never a good thing. Do not pair it with a heart-print ensemble. In fact, stay away from prints altogether. They will prevent the necklaces from popping!

source: http://www.mystyle.com

Get Caught Up in Crochet!

TREND: Crochet dresses

WHO'S WEARING IT: Molly Sims (Diane von Furstenburg), Kate Bosworth (Topshop), Calista Flockhart (vintage Decades)

HOW TO WEAR IT: This trend is all about channeling your inner flower child. Tap into the '70s bohemian vibe with a neutral-colored minidress for day, like Kate. We love the way she styled her hippie dress with short tomboy boots and naturally wavy locks. Molly even shows us how to work the look at night with black tights, a red lip and chic accessories. Remember, these pieces are all about creating a laid-back look, so mixing crochet with formal wear is probably not the most fashion-savvy decision, ahem, Calista! Whichever way you style it, make sure to wear a thin tank dress underneath to avoid any unfortunate wardrobe malfunctions!

source: http://www.mystyle.com

Go Geometric Chic in Cutout Shoes

TREND: Cutout shoes

WHO'S WEARING IT: Keep reading to find out!


HOW TO WEAR IT: The beautifully crafted footwear is in line with the geometric trend, which always hits its peak during the warm-weather months. Because of the dramatic cutouts, make sure the rest of your look is tame. And please don't pair the shoes with a slashed dress—that's just overkill!


source: http://www.mystyle.com

Get Your Paws on These Purr-fect Shades!

TREND: Cat-eye sunglasses

WHO'S WEARING IT: Maggie Gyllenhaal, Scarlett Johansson and Nicky Hilton


HOW TO WEAR IT: The recent resurfacing of these retro-inspired sunnies will add a dash of spunk and sass to any outfit. We love how Nicky's leopard-print coat cheekily references her feline frames. But before you start planning a coordinating outfit, as with any sunglasses, it's crucial to pick a flattering shape for your face. Although some would consider Scarlett's traditional swoop a golden classic, to us they look more like a dated artifact from the '50s. We much prefer contemporary interpretations, like Maggie's curved '80s-inspired shape or Nicky's hard-edged modern shades. The best part? No matter which shape you ultimately invest in, you've got a nine-lives guarantee you'll be fiercely on trend.

source: http://www.mystyle.com

Spice It Up With a Leopard Clutch

TREND: Leopard clutches

WHO'S WEARING IT: Zoe Saldana (Christian Louboutin Kathena clutch) and Jennifer Lopez (Christian Louboutin Maykimay clutch)

HOW TO WEAR IT: Both actresses mixed animal prints: While J.Lo's leopard bag and Monique Lhuillier dress were ferosh, it's a little hard to pull off if you don't have diva stature. We prefer to follow Zoe's lead, who paired a spotted clutch with a bold color Lanvin and python Louboutin pumps. The leopard bag also works for spicing up basic jeans and a blazer or an LBD.


source: http://www.mystyle.com

Enlist in the Camo Chic Trend

TREND: Camouflage

WHO'S WEARING IT: Rihanna, Kim Kardashian, Mary J. Blige

HOW TO WEAR IT: The key to not looking like you're G.I. Jane is to contrast the camouflage print with feminine pieces. If you're going to try pants, keep them slim like Mary. We also suggest trying Tucker's romper like Kim, slipping into a sexy peep-toe or rocking a colorful wristlet. Or…

source: http://www.mystyle.com