Thursday, June 7, 2012

Unitard: old dance leotard (try this), Skirt: American Apparel vintage, Stockings: American Apparel, Shoes: ALDO old (try this or this), Sunglasses: AJ Morgan from Oak old (try this), Ring: House of Harlow, Nailpolish: Sinful Colors Neon Fusion 60

TIP: Color blocking is a fun way to try one of this season’s latest trends. Walking around with one white leg too bold? Try choosing one bright colored accessory such as a scarf or bag and match it with a neutral colored outfit (think black, nude, gray). 

Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Cardigan: Forever 21 old (try this), Unitard: American Apparel, Skirt: Free People old and dyed black (try this or this), Shoes: ALDO old (try this or this), Sunglasses: AJ Morgan from Oak old (try this), Necklace: H&M old (try this), Rings: ASOS sold out (try this), Nails: c/o W Magazine (Elegant Touch Nails in Deep Blue)

TIP: RIT dye goes a long way. I had wanted a black mesh maxi skirt but could not find the perfect one. Instead I found this skirt from Free People that was originally an ombre pink color and I used RIT dye to get exactly the shade I wanted. Just be sure to follow the directions carefully. Keep in mind that the more saturated you want the color to be, the more packets/bottles you might have to use. 

Monday, May 14, 2012

Shirt: H&M old (try this), Sweatshirt: vintage (try this), Jeans: Vince, Shoes: Aldo old (try this), Glasses: old (try this), Earrings: KISMET (available end of June), Rings: vintage/flea market/ASOS sold out (try this), Nails: c/o W Magazine (Elegant Touch Nails in Deep Blue) 

TIP: I love this vintage sweatshirt previously worn by and handed down from my Dad from the 70’s. He used to wear it while working on his car and explained that all the tears were caused by acid burning holes through his shirt as well as the wear and tear of his favorite sweatshirt. Not willing to meddle with acid? Yeah me neither. In this case you can just take scissors and cut tiny holes all over your sweatshirt. Then using your fingers rip open the holes to create a more natural tear. Lastly, throw them in the washer and dryer. When they come out of the dryer, they  should be frayed and worn looking!

Thursday, May 10, 2012

Tank: H&M old (try this or this), Vest: H&M men’s old (try this), Jeans: BDG Urban Outfitters old (try this), Shoes: Aldo, Sunglasses: old (try this), Earrings: KISMET (available end of June), Necklace: gift, 2 separate belts: H&M recent (also try this), Purse: vintage (try this), Bracelets: vintage/flea market/House of Harlow/LotusStone, Rings: vintage/flea market/LF Boutique/Mexican jewelry store, Nails: c/o WAH Nails

TIP: This men’s sweater vest is such a great accessory. You can pair it over a lace tank top during the spring or layer over a long sleeve button up during the fall. You can get the most out of your money with this sweater vest year round!

Wednesday, May 2, 2012

Sweatshirt: vintage (try this), Skirt: American Apparel, Shoes: Vince Camuto old (try this), Hat: Urban Outfitters, Sunglasses: old (try this), Bracelets: vintage/flea market/House of Harlow, Rings: vintage/flea market/ASOS sold out (try this), Nails: Sally Hansen Garter Toss 

TIP: Add a chiffon skirt to your wardrobe. It will always come in handy whether you need to dress it up with heels or dress it down (like I did here with a sweatshirt). It can be worn from season to season and is a timeless basic you can hold onto for years to come!

Monday, April 23, 2012

Tank: H&M (also try this), Skirt: Man selling dresses on beach of Dominican Republic (try this or this), Hat: Urban Outfitters old (try this), Sunglasses: old (try this), Necklace: KISMET vintage (try this), Bracelets: vintage/flea market/Marc Jacobs/House of Harlow/Urban Outfitters, Rings: vintage/flea market, Shoes: Dollhouse old (try this), Bag: KISMET (try this), Nails: Sally Hansen Garter Toss

TIP: Try wearing a maxi dress with an elastic or smocked top as a skirt (as seen here)!

Monday, April 16, 2012

Cardigan: H&M old (try this), Dress: Sparkle and Fade old (try this), Hat: ASOS old (try this), Sunglasses: old (try this), Body Jewelry: AK old (try this), Leather Fanny Pack: Jack Rabbit old (try this), Shoes: Charlotte Russe sold out (try this) , Rings: vintage/flea market/ASOS Sold out (try this), Nails: Milani Black Swift and POP Lavender Love

TIP: Bold accessories such as a chain vest or unique belt/fanny pack can make any basic maxi dress look more interesting! 

Wednesday, April 4, 2012

T-shirt: American Apparel, Vest: J.Crew old (try this), Floral Shorts: Brandy Melville, Shoes: Steve Madden old (try this), Sunglasses: old (try this), Necklace: gift, Bracelets: vintage/flea market/House of Harlow/Marc Jacobs/Urban Outfitters, Rings: vintage/flea market/LF Boutique, Nails: Sally Hansen Silver Sweep

TIP: Floral prints are everywhere this season. Whether ditsy or oversized, floral printed shorts add instant Springtime to any ordinary ensemble. And if it’s still too cold to whip those shorts out or your legs are feeling a little too pale, just layer shorts over a sheer pair of black or colored tights!

Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Dress: H&M recent purchase (also similar here), Cardigan: Forever 21, Corsage: H&M recent (also similar here or here), Tights: ASOS, Shoes: Dollhouse old (try this), Sunglasses: AJ Morgan ASOS old (try this), Earrings: KISMET (available end of April), Necklace: gift, Bracelets: vintage/flea market/House of Harlow, Rings: vintage/flea market, Nails: Milani Black Swift and Lavender Love

TIP: This Spring is all about bright, bold colors. Pair two complementary bright shades to make a bold statement. Not feeling so bold? Start by wearing one item that is color blocked! 

Thursday, March 29, 2012

Cardigan: Forever 21, Shirt: vintage (try this), Jeans: Old Navy old (try this), Shoes: Aldo old (try this), Sunglasses: old (try this), Necklace: RJ Graziano (recent purchase from Bloomingdales), Rings: vintage/flea market/LF Boutique (try this), Nails: Urban Outfitters DJ

TIP: Layering a cardigan over a button up shirt = boring. Layering a NEON cardigan over a button up shirt = Awesome!

Wednesday, March 28, 2012

Tank top: H&M still available (similar here), Jeans: Old Navy old (try this), Shoes: ALDO, Sunglasses: old (try this), Scarf: KISMET vintage (available end of June), Necklace: gift, Bracelets: vintage/flea market/Marc Jacobs/House of Harlow/Urban Outfitters, Rings: vintage/flea market/LF Boutique, Bag: Sample Sale from China, Nails: Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics Conquest with Avon silver sparkles topcoat (seen here)

TIP: A silk scarf with a beautiful print can be a great investment. Use as a headwrap, neck scarf or wrap around your wrist like a bracelet to give your outfit an interesting detail!

Monday, March 26, 2012

Buffalo check shirt: vintage (try this), Black shirt: GAP old (try this), Harem Pants: American Apparel old (try this or this), Boots: Jeffrey Campbell old (cheaper option)

TIP: Don’t be afraid to mix and match different prints. Just make sure that their color palette complements one another!

Saturday, March 24, 2012

Sweater cardigan: vintage (try this or this), Shirt: borrowed from Boyfriend (try this), Jeans: Joe’s Jeans old (try this), Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell, Sunglasses: old (try this), Necklaces: H&M recent and KISMET, Rings: vintage/flea market, Bag: Ozzy and Deena, Nails: Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics Conquest with AVON silver sparkles topcoat (see here)

TIP: Trying picking up your favorite band shirt at a thrift store, borrow from your boyfriend, or have your band screen printed on an old shirt. Pair with chunky boots, ripped jeans, black nails, and metal jewelry for an edgy look!

Thursday, March 22, 2012

Vest: J.Crew old (cut sleeves off jacket) (try this), Tank: H&M old (try this), Shorts: vintage jeans I made into cut off shorts (try this), Boots: Jeffrey Campbell (try this), Sunglasses: old (try this), Necklace: KISMET vintage (available by end of March), Bracelets: vintage/flea market/Marc Jacobs/Urban Outfitters/House of Harlow, Rings: vintage/flea market/LF Boutique

TIP: Take a jean jacket, cut off the sleeves, and put in the washer to create worn and torn fringe. You can do the same with old jeans by turning them into cut off shorts. Here, I took a cheap pair of sheer stockings and snagged and ripped them apart with the jagged edges of a foot scrubber for this deconstructed look!

Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Blazer: BCBG old (try this), Sweater: vintage (try this), Shirt: Old Navy old (try this), Jeans: BDG Urban Outfitters, Shoes: Dolce Vita, Scarf: Banana Republic old (try this), Gloves: Ethos (also try), Purse: Ozzy and Deena, Sunglasses: old (try this), Earrings: KISMET vintage, Rings: vintage/flea market/LF Boutique, Nails: Urban Outfitters DJ 

TIP: A great way to dress up any otherwise dull blazer is by adding leather to it! You can buy leather in a contrasting color and take it to a tailor to have them sew on patches like shown on this BCBG blazer here. Or have them create a contrast lapel!