Jason Wu for Target- The Haul!

I've never been much of a fashionista. I don't go gaga for shoes, and I usually skip through the fashion editorials in Marie Claire. But lately, I've realized you can take inspiration from the runway and apply it to your everyday outfits. It doesn't have to be literal.

Enter Jason Wu for Target. I was particularly excited about this collaboration. Jason Wu is Michelle Obama's favorite designer, and I adore Mo's clean, classic style. (Plus, I have a little thing for Taiwanese-Americans)

I scoped out the collection online and decided on three must-have pieces. After one weekend and visits to seven area Targets, I'm happy to say I found them all. (Note to self: Next time, just wake up early for the actual launch and save yourself the time and gas.) Here are the pieces and three looks I put together:

Poplin Dress- Jason Wu for Target ($39.99)

Sandals- Sperry

I have this dress pinned in the back...I could only find a 6, but would probably do better with a 4. Still, I couldn't pass it up: I love the beautiful shape it creates and the nautical colors. There are some drawbacks...it's a lint magnet, and ironing those pleats ain't easy. But again, the flaws are easy to overlook. Seriously, it looks like something from Lilly Pulitzer, only $200 less. Plus, I'm a sucker for pockets. (Even my wedding dress had them.)

Chiffon Dress- Jason Wu for Target ($39.99)

Boots- Ellen Tracy 

This dress has wonderful movement and can easily take you through spring, summer and fall. (And even winter, if you live in California.) The belt is my favorite part: Surprisingly nice quality, and the mustard color is on-trend. Be careful...this dress runs big. (This is an XS, and it's a tent without the belt.) Check it out on Mrs. O!

Cat Tee- Jason Wu for Target ($19.99)

Blazer- Forever 21

Skinny Jeans- The Limited

Heels- BCBG

Every cat lady needs a cat shirt. Needless to say, I love it. One drawback: it's quite see-through. Also, check out the photo bomber in the back of this picture. (Just like in the Jason Wu for Target commercial!)

I didn't love everything in the collection, especially the blouses with floppy bows. (High-fashion on some. Frumpy on me.) A lot of reviewers on Target's site complained about fabric quality, but hey, what do you expect? Overall, I found it sleek and fun, but am glad I didn't go overboard and kept my purchases to three.

Thoughts?

Let's try this again.

Confession: This blog is old. Almost a year old, in fact. I started it last March, before I was even living a life of Lu. So why haven't I done any blogging? I've had plenty of experiences to write about. (Getting married and moving cross country, just for starters.) Was I too busy? Not really. Lack of motivation? Not even.

I figured it out tonight as I opened my laptop, determined to get this blog off the ground. See those buttons to the right linking to my social networks? Yeah, took me about two hours. (There are probably third graders who know more about HTML than I do.) Simply put, if it's not perfect, I don't want to look at it. I've always been this way, whether it was laying out my high school newspaper or nitpicking every detail of my wedding album.

Frankly, it's time to get over this. I recently started working as a freelance writer, helping businesses turn outdated Web copy into something fresh and conversational. I've learned that while Web design is extremely important, quality content is what's going to resonate with readers and sell products and services. It's the same with personal blogs, too.

A lot has changed since this empty blog was born. Those of you who know me know the title is inaccurate; I decided to keep my maiden name. (Not for any profound reason. I just like my name. It might change one day, when there are little Lu's. But for now, it's still London.) Also, I chose the title "Life of Lu" so Solomon and I could blog together. However, I now realize it's more likely my cat will write a blog than my husband. Still, it took way too long to figure out how to make the background on that title graphic transparent. So "Life of Lu" it is.

Anyway, thanks so much for reading and taking an interest in our life. For the record, I promise to write more. (But please hold me to it.)