Outfit: Surfer Girl

Do you love spending the day catching waves or skate boarding? Being a tom boy and hating girly stuff? Tend to opt for tiny shorts over a sundress? Or do you just like the ultra casual style of a Surfer Girl? In this style anything can be thrown over a bathing suit, and while being super casual is also incredibly cute. Here are three outfits that are beach ready.

Outfit #1:

This is perfect for a hot day out and about. Classic Ray-Ban sunglasses go perfectly with the Brandy Melville Tank. The orange and white and Old Navy flip flops work well with the bright undershirt, from forever 21. The dark wash denim shorts are from Pac Sun.

Outfit #2

This outfit is great for after a swim, nice and loose. The boyfriend jeans are from gap and the lace top from Tilly's. The pink hoodie is from American Apparel and comes in so many colors. The leather flip flops are from Abercrombie and Fitch.

Outfit #3

This outfit is great for a day at the beach or walking down the boardwalk. These trendy shorts with the braided belt are from Abercrombie & Fitch, and the cable knit sweater is as well. Wear your bathing suit underneath if you are going to take a swim, like this one from Indah. Lastly, some cute sandals will bring it all together and these ones from forever 21 are great. If you feel like it, add some red Ray-Bans too.

What do you think?
do you like the surfer girl style? what are your favorite beach ready pieces? anything that I left out? Tell me in a comment!

Trend: Heavy Jewelry

Personally, I dislike wearing a lot of jewelry, even certain earrings I refuse to wear. In fashion, heavy jewelry is very in. Earrings that touch your shoulders, bangles the size of half your forearm, enough necklaces to lasso a horse. Here are some gorgeous pieces of jewelry that are sure to have you doing some heavy weight lifting.

Earrings:

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These emerald colored earrings are from Kate Spade. heavy and with plenty of gold, these will stand out with everything. They are 3.5 inches long.

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From Ralph Lauren, these ruby red earrings are 3 inches long. Also with a gold trim, these teardrop shaped stones will look best with minimal jewelry and your hair pulled back.

Photo: Forever 21

While the other earrings just shown are designer, these ones from forever 21 have a similar look, for only $5! These tiered earrings also come in black. Which ever color you like, these are dramatic and a stunning 4 inches long.

Necklaces:

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 This necklace from Urban Outfitters has a hammered finish and is a great statement piece. The necklace sits pretty high up, so wear a wide necked shirt with this.

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This snake chain necklace from Michael Kors is very thick. Made out of brass and gold metal, this is the real deal for jewelry.

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This less expensive option for a necklace is from H&M. Embodying the very new trend of collar-shaped necklaces, the pearl like appearance will go great with so many shirts. Simply pick out a shirt with no collar and snap this necklace on. For only $18.

Bracelets:

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The previous jewelry has pretty much all been gold. What about silver? This one is a great layered cuff from Aqua. Stackable and simple, these will be bold and elegant at the same time.

Photo: Troy Burch

From Troy Burch, the king of jewelry. This chunky bangle is made of brazilian wood and offers a different look than the traditional metal bangles. Instead of stacking, just wear this single bracelet as a statement piece.

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This peach-gold bracelet is from Forever 21. The detail is pretty and the bracelet itself is stretchy to avoid tightness on the wrist. For only $8.

A note on choosing jewelry...
If you are tan, have dark or olive skin go with gold jewelry for a nice look. If you are pale, have light skin or a peachy tone wear silver or white jewelry.

What do you think?
Do you like these pieces? Do you like the heavy jewelry trend? Do you prefer to stack or go with one bracket? Tell me in a comment!

Wardrobe Essentials

Have you ever been searching trough your closet for something to go under your flowy shirt? Or looking for a simple top to go with your wild shorts? If so, you may need some wardrobe essentials, staples that will never go out of style and go with everything. Be willing to spend a little more because these should last for years. Here are something pieces that every closet needs.

Tops:

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From forever 21, this tank is a must have. Thin straps and material make it great for throwing it on under anything. It comes in 20 colors too, but at least get white, black, grey, navy or brown. For $3, you could get every color you like!

Photo: Old Navy

The scoop neck tee is a classic and flattering on almost everyone. From old navy, this one comes in all of the important colors (black, white, grey and nude) and is stretchy too. All for only $8.

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This top is from American Apparel. A basic crop top is great for young people, they don't go out of style and go with everything. These have over 20 colors and cost $30.

Bottoms:

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A pair of denim shorts are a must have. Darker colors go with more, but a light denim is great too. These are from Abercrombie & Fitch and the perfect length for $54.

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Skinny jeans are needed for the winter season. Although they have been popular for a while, these a becoming a classic. These are from Gap for $70.

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A black pencil skirt is feminine and formal at the same time. From H&M this one is made of cotton and will go with anything. For only $5.

Coats and Jackets:

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A peacoat is a must have for the winter, they tend to be very expensive so this is your chance to go all out. You can't get much better than this one from Burberry.

Photo: Forever 21

The blazer has come back into style in recent month and there is no better color than black. This one from Forever 21 is clean and simple.

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A military/utility/surplus jacket is also really great with alot of things. This one from Forever 21 and the style is in right now. For only $35.

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A nice leather jacket (or faux leather in this case) can be both casual and classy. This one from Free People looks very real and is super stylish.

Shoes:

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A basic black pump is a must have for any women's closet. This one is from Aldo and will go with everything from a LBD to a bussiness suit.

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A simple, balck flat is necessary in terms of footwear. Goes with almost everything and comfortable to walk in, these ones from Payless will get the job done.

Photo: Aldo

Strappy sandals are great for the summer, and this one from Aldo is perfect. Gladitator sandals also work well for the breezy summer look. Get them in a tan color like this.

If you want to know about some great purses for your essentials, check out my post The Perfect Purse. Remeber that you can never have to many of these essentials!

What do you think?
What are some of your esentails? Do you like these? Disagree with me? Anything that I missed? Tell me in a comment!

Trend: Retro Glasses

For those of us who do need vision correction, glasses are pain in the butt and we would rather not be seen wearing them. While contacts are a another option, they are quite a hassle and can cost one or two hundred dollars a year. The easiest solution? Wearing glasses that we actually like! People are wearing glasses even when they don't need them. the latest trend is retro glasses, styles like the cat-eye, wayfarer and round frames are becoming very popular. Don't worry, if you don't need eyeglasses these styles are available in sunglasses form! For quality frames you may have to shell out some money but there are some cheap options too.


Wayfarer:

Photo: Forever 21

Photo: Urban Outfitters

Photo: Urban Outfitters

The classic Wayfarer is so popular now, due to the fact that it's flattering on almost every face shape. While Ray-Ban is the place to go for the ultimate Wayfarer, these ones from Forever 21 are only $6. The Ray-Bans here are $125 from Urban Outfitters, $80 less than directly from Ray-Ban. The last frames, also from Urban Outfitters are only $12 and come in multiple colors!

Cat-eye:

Photo: American Apparel

Photo: Forever 21

Photo: Toni&Guy Opticians

The Cat-eye is a feminine and daring shape, that has been popular for so many years. The first glasses are more squared off, but still keep a very vintage shape from American Apparel. The second frames are from Forever 21 and have a less rounded frame. The last pair of frames are from Vogue Eyewear and are a bit chunkier.

Round:

Photo: American Apparel

Photo: Forever 21

Photo: Urban Outfitters

The round style is great for square faces, since it add a softness to their faces. The first frames are from American Apparel. They're tortoise shell colored, perfect for people with brown hair, eyes and warm skin tones. The next ones are from Forever 21, with thicker frames and a floral pattern on the inside. The last ones are from Urban Outfitters, with thin frames and a metallic color.

How to Choose the Right Color and Shape for Your Face:
If you have brown hair or eyes, try a tortoise shell or brown frame. Also if you have a warm skin tone (yellow or gold undertones) this color would work for you. Have light colored eyes or blonde hair? Try a black or navy frame. If you have a cool skin tone (red or pink undertones) also go with one of those colors. For your face shape, chose an opposite style. For example, if you have a strong jaw line and boxy face, go with a round frame to soften your face.

What do you think?
Are you into the retro eyewear trend? Do you like theses styles? Anything that I left out? Tell me in a comment!

Are Body Piercings Stylish?

"Moderation in all things"

-Terence (roman playwright, c 190-159 B.C.)

As humans, we have a strange fascination with placing foreign objects made of metal through our skin for the pure purpose of decoration. We all have seen those people with five earrings, two nose rings and a tongue piercing. While there is a certain image that is associated with multiple piercings, in some situations can they be stylish? My answer is yes. Like the quote above says, if you don't over do it piercings can have an edgy look. Here are some examples of perfect piercings.

Ear Piercings:

Just Enough:

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Too Much:

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Classic diamond studs look cute and classy no matter how many you have. The first picture is of three earlobe piercings, I love the different sizes of each stud. The second picture has one ear lobe stud and one cartilage stud, the tiny diamond is perfect. One or two cartilage piercings are okay but any more than three piercings on your ears is too much.

Nose Piercings:

Just Enough:

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Too Much:

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Nose piercings when small, can be really cute. The first photo is of Miley Cyrus and I think she looks so pretty with the tiny nose stud, as well as the woman in the second picture does. The other photos do have too much though

In my opinion, belly button piercings only look good on certain people and tongue piercings are a little two far. For all of those people who have two single ear piercings, to look edgier try different styles of earrings.

What do you think?
Do you like the look of body piercings? what kind do you think are acceptable? Disagree with me? Tell me in a comment!

An Outfit for the Sophisicate

Thank you to those of you who have voted on the poll, I am listening to your suggestions. There is still a week to vote!

If you are a little stiff, super smart, well mannered and always ready for an intellectual task then you could be a Sophisticate. They always look clean, sharp, and are very modest when it comes to clothing. luckily, you can look classy and elegant even during the hot summer days. Here are three outfits for you.

Outfit #1:

A pair of trouser shorts will always look classic like these from forever 21. Tuck in a white shirt like This one from Abercrombie & Fitch. It still looks dressy even with mid length sleeves. Wear a skinny belt in brown like this one from Bedstu Burrell. Some black wayfarer sunglasses like these from Ray Ban and a pair of black flats from American Eagle will add some style. A leather bag (faux or real, it doesn't matter) is a must, like this one from Forever 21.

Outfit #2:

A pair of ankle skinny jeans are great, but get them in a pastel color like these pink ones from Levi's. A simple white T-shirt will go along nicely like this one from H&M. This white skinny belt from Chirara is nice and simple. This white purse form American Apparel, Some large white sunglasses and these Toms Shoes make this look effortless.

Outfit #3:

For an evening out, wear a fitted a-line dress, like this one from Forever 21. The navy color is super classy. Also wear a white blazer. Place a belt around the waist and wear some high heels, I love these  from JustFab. This white clutch from Glam For Less and this pearl necklace sets this look very high.

What do you think?
Do you like these outfits? what do you think about the sophisticated style? Anything that I left out? Tell me in a comment!

Fashionable Paper Clips

Style is a form of art and expression. So can anything have style? Most things can. Take something, like the humble paper clip. That little piece of bent metal that pops up in seat cushions and sits, unnoticed, until needed on your desk. Normally we don't think much of these gray pieces of metal, but with a little creativity they can be stylish...

Paper Clip Bracelet

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This bracelet is very interesting, although the paperclips aren't in their original form, it looks a lot like them.

Paper Clip Earrings

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These earrings are so perfect! They are simply two pink paperclips and some hooks. Make these your self, it's sure to start a trend.


Amazing Paper Clip Necklace

Photo: Sprinkle the Pixie Dust

This necklace is amazing! The bronze color is great for jewelry, the length is just right and the sheer number of paperclips in the necklace make it look like actual jewelry.

Probably the most amazing of all...
Paper Clip Eyelashes

Photo: Style Guru

These eyelashes look other worldly, but they are real. I have never seen paper clips used like this before and I think that they look great...on Halloween!

Next time we'll talk about the humble safety pin...

Photo: Vonora

What do you think?
Is this post your kind of thing, or do you prefer traditional fashion? Any other wacky fashion statements that you like? Let me know by posting a comment!