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!

Saturday, May 12, 2012

Shirt: H&M old (try this), Skirt: American Apparel, Shoes: Zigi, Jacket: H&M old (try this or this), Sunglasses: old (try this), Necklace: vintage (try this or this), Rings: vintage/flea market, Nails: c/o W Magazine (Elegant Touch Nails in Deep Blue)

TIP: As I’m sure you already know, polka dots are everywhere this season! Polka dot printed pieces are great to invest in because they look good on all ages, are timeless and are great for breaking up a solid colored outfit.

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!

Tuesday, May 8, 2012

Shirt: Gap, Shorts: American Apparel, Shoes: Aldo old (try this), Scarf: Theodora & Callum c/o W Magazine, Sunglasses: AJ Morgan Cat Eye Shade, Belt: vintage (try this), Earrings: KISMET vintage, Necklace: handed down from Mom (try this), Rings: H&M/KISMET (available end of June), Nails: Sally Hansen Garter Toss

TIP: Call this a New Yorker’s uniform but when dressed in head to toe black, adding a colorful printed scarf can add instant chic and allure to an otherwise ordinary outfit!

Friday, May 4, 2012

Cardigan: Free People, Shirt: Gap, Jeans: Vince, Shoes: Zigi Girl (can also try this) , Sunglasses: old (try this), Necklace: NEED Supply old (try this), Rings: vintage/Mexican Jewelry store/ASOS sold out (try this), Nails: c/o W Magazine (Elegant Touch Nails in Deep Blue)

TIP: Nude is the new black. Just like black, nude matches anything! 

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!

Friday, April 27, 2012

Shirt: American Apparel, Skirt: Mono B old (try similar here and here), Shoes: Steve Madden, Sunglasses: old (try this), Necklace: RJ Graziano old (try this), Bracelets: vintage/flea market/Neon Orange bands from Halloween store (try this or this), Rings: vintage/flea market/LF Boutique, Lips: MAC Morange, Nails: c/o of UK’s WAH Nails (Check out Just Madge Facebook page for up close shots of WAH nail art)

TIP: Dress up your neutral colored basics with pops of bright color (like I did here with my coral lipstick, lime green nails, and neon orange bracelets)!

Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Dress: H&M recent (also try this), Socks: American Apparel (Citadel colorway), Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell, Neon Laces: Sof Sole, Sunglasses: old (try this), Necklace: H&M (also try this), Bracelets: KISMET vintage and LotusStone, Rings: vintage/ASOS sold out (try this), Lips: MAC Morange, Nails: Sally Hansen Duchesse Lace

TIP: Update basic shoes with contrast color shoelaces. Academy offers really cheap laces in great neon colors (link above)!

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)!

Saturday, April 21, 2012

Shirt: Target old (try this or this), Pants: H&M recent (also try this or this), Shoes: Steve Madden old (try this), Sunglasses: AJ Morgan old (try this), Rings: vintage/flea market/ASOS sold out (try this), Lips: Stila Foundation, Nails: Sally Hansen Garter Toss

TIP: I’m loving cropped pants because they really showcase the fabulous shoes you can pair them with. Buy a cheap pair of faux leather (or real leather) pants and take them to your local tailor to have them hemmed and taken in for a great tailored, cropped pant (like I did here)!

Wednesday, April 18, 2012

Collared Shirt: vintage (try this), Sweatshirt: vintage (try this), Leggings: American Apparel, Shoes: Steve Madden old (try this), Rings: H&M/ASOS sold out (try this), Nails: Milani Black Swift and POP Lavender Love

TIP: Try an unconventional color palette like this gold and taupey brown pairing. Gold leggings a bit too much for you? Instead, try a gold sequin mini skirt with a button up khaki shirt!

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!