Sunday, March 27, 2011

Unexpected Accessories

Looking for that perfect piece to pull together your outfit or just looking for something to spice up your outfits? Well here are some unexpected accessories that are hot for the spring.

Sunglasses

Brooches

Straw Hats


 Printed Scarves
 
 
 

Friday, March 25, 2011

Links for the week of March 25th, 2011

Note: I apologize for the list being short, I haven't had time to bookmark a lot of links.

Very interesting, now I'll have to check the ingredients next time I buy nail polish: 3 Scary Ingredients Hiding in Your Nail Polish

Also from College Fashion: 3 Easy DIY Beauty Recipes to Try

These look adorable, Dip Dyed Nautical Rope Bracelets

This is for girls who are scared of getting old: Age and Beauty: Meet the Fashionable Seniors Behind 'Advanced Style'

 Even though this is somewhat old, the outfits are totally cute; Retro Chick puts together outfits that Marty Maraschino (from Grease) would wear.

Thursday, March 24, 2011

Friday, March 18, 2011

InStyle - Spring Accessories Trend 2011

When I looked through the Spring Accessories Trend 2011 slide show over at InStyle, I was inspired to create outfits with cheaper versions of these accessories so the common girl (with a budget, of course) could incorporate these accessories in their outfits for Spring.

Brights

            
 Mixed Materials
      
Sporty Stripes
Earthy Accents


Cream and Gold 
Boho Leather 
   

Color Blocks

        
 

Links for the week of March 18th, 2011

Note: This is short because I have another post coming up.

In high school, I saw countless girls around campus who couldn't walk in heels worth their life and now even in college I see girls who still cannot walk in heels. Said girls should read this article: How to Walk In High Heels

A Dress You Can Eat: Really interesting (and pretty) dresses made out of food!

These photographs by Jacquelyn Jablonski for the Spring 2011 issue of H&M magazine are the epitome of this spring. Love them!

Fashionologie shows the best wedges for spring (even though they might not be in your budget, they're still pretty to look at)

A guest poster over at the Free People blog posted a DIY, perfect for spring, DIY Bleach Tie Dye. SO excited to try this.

If you have long hair (like me) or are trying to grow it out, you should really check out these pro tips for caring for long hair.

Sunday, March 13, 2011

Dressing For St. Patrick's Day Without Looking Tacky

Note: This is kind of a continuation of Dressing for Valentine's Day Without Looking Cheesy but is going to be a regular holiday thing.

St. Patrick's Day is coming up this week and if you want to be festive without looking tacky, here's a few ways.