Two of My Fashion Favorites: Florals and Sparkles please!

Florals
Walking the shoe aisles in the store Marshalls, I feel head-over-heels in love!! I found these beautiful black high heeled shoes with floral print. At 5 inches tall, they clearly matched the definition of “high” heels! (Thank god I’m a heels goddess.) I have no idea what it is about floral prints, but I am always instantly attracted to them. It’s like my fashion magnet. I can spot them from across the store and a second later I’m in line buying them! Currently, my two favorite shirts are floral print. Okay, let’s just say, I’m totally obsessed! Now, I know not everyone loves floral prints like I do, but floral print shoes are a simple way to integrate the trend without feeling too overwhelmed by the bold print.

Here are my new shoes I’m dying over. When I have occasions where I have to wear all black, I slip these babies on and everyone takes notice! Love, love them :) Best of all, they were around $25! Can you say “fashion steal?” Yes!

You can find these shoes at Amazon.com for $24.98.

These shoes are also available in Taupe Multi Floral print. (Oh course they didn't have my size in this color!) Although I bought my shoes at Marshalls, you can find them online at sites like Amazon.com.

Amazon.com $26.98.

Other idea to add floral prints in a subtle way is by adding a floral print clutch/bag to your outfit. It’s surely a fun conversation starter!

Try out this adore MOLTZ clutch from ALDO at $35.00.

Sparkles (Glitter)
After watching the latest episode of the New York Housewives, I was reminded of just how much I loved fashion that sparkles! Yeah, it’s nothing new, but what a way to catch one’s eye. Whether it’s shoes, clothing or even nail polish…I’m all for it! It’s a way for women to shine like a star in their daily lives by standing out among the masses.

I think it can be overdone at times. I know I’m not the only one who has witnessed a girl out at a local bar or club who is covered in sparkles from head to toe. Fashion rule #344646: DON’T LOOK LIKE A DISCO BALL! It’s not cute. You look like a hot, shining mess! And it draws attention in the worst way possible.

Want to sparkle the right way? Try out these products!

Try O.P.I’s DS Radiance or Glitzerland nail polish. Instantly make your nails stand out! Whenever I wear either of these two colors, I always get compliments. (I was so excited to see an advertisement in Elle’s July issue featuring O.P.I's sparkling products.)

O.P.I's DS Radiance nail polish

O.P.I's Glitzerland nail polish

Need a little something to spice up your outfit? Try glitter pumps! You can find them at all different price ranges. If you are looking for more economically friendly pumps, try Steve Madden. If you have some money to splurge on shoes, buy some Christian Louboutins.

Steve Madden's MYLEY glitter pumps $129.95

Christian Louboutin's Bibi 140 glitter pumps $795

For those of you who aren’t fans of heels, but would rather sparkle in a wedge or flat you’re in luck! These Steven Madden shoes were made for summer.

Steve Madden's WISSPER wedges $69.95

Steve Madden's SERENITE flats $49.95

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Breaking the Rules! Wearing White After Labor Day and Before Memorial Day

I’m sure you have probably heard about the fashion “rule” that states you should not wear white after Labor Day and before Memorial Day. While there are certain fashion rules that I think everyone should obey by, for example, wearing white on your wedding day. There are some rules which are outdated and nonsense. I think you can absolutely wear white after Labor Day and before Memorial Day! Yes, you better believe it; I was in full support of Michelle Obama wearing a floral button-down shirt and a cute, pink cardigan with white pants last Easter. (I’m excited to see what she wears this year.)

Photo Credit: Michelle Obama from Mrs-O.Org

Michelle and I are not the only ones who are in favor of breaking this rule. In InStyle magazine, actress Rachel Bilson was quoted as saying, “Forget the old rules. I love white all year round. It’s cooler to wear it when you aren’t supposed to.” And fashion icon Victoria Beckham is always spotted out and about in all white after Labor Day. These ladies make rule breaking look good!

Photo Credits: Rachel Bilson from InStyle.com and Victoria Beckham from Closet Cravings

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Matching is Usually a Good Thing, Right?

After watching a rerun of E!’s "Fashion Police," I had to write on the awful pandemic of women matching their hair to their outfit. We need to come together as a united fashion front to stop this horrendous trend! On the show, Joan Rivers brought up Mary J. Blige’s recent look at the celebration of the amazing, beloved Michael Kors’ 30th year in fashion.

Photo Credit: Michael Kors and Mary J. Blige from fashion.telegraph.co.uk

Now I don’t think that this outfit is the greatest choice for her to begin with, but you add in the hair and it’s an absolute mess. I would usually say that matching is a good thing, but one beauty pet peeve of mine is matching your hair to your outfit. It looks so tacky! No matter how beautiful a person may be, this matchy-matchy look transforms you into a walking camouflage stick. It’s too costumey.


There are ways to complement your hair color with an outfit. I think the best example of this recently would be Rihanna on the cover of Vogue magazine. She looked amazing! The little accents of red that match her hair throughout the Chanel dress truly bring out her hair color in the best way possible. This is matching done right! Keep it simple girls.

Photo Credit: Rihanna in Vogue magazine

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The Olsen Twins: From Wal-Mart to Runaway Worthy

The Olsen twins are no longer the darlings of Wal-Mart fashion. Their brand at the superstore is a thing of the past. The twins are now responsible for three different fashion lines: Olsenboye, Elizabeth and James and The Row. Each line is diverse, not only in its style, but its cost.

Photo Credit: Olsenboye at JCPenny


Olsenboye:
As described on its site, the fashion line Olsenboye is “inspired by trends and qualities unique to beloved cities around the world.” Most of the clothes are laid back and causal. The prices are affordable for practically anyone. It’s easy to notice that this line is marketed to an audience of young high school and college girls.

Photo Credit: Elizabeth and James at elizabethandjames.us


Elizabeth and James:
The inspiration for the name of this fashion line came from the Olsens’ younger sister and brother. The name is perfect for the line, which Ashley Oslen described as being "a clash between masculinity and femininity." The style of this line has a more grown up and sophisticated look than that of Olsenboye. But I guess with sophistication comes higher prices? The clothing from this line will run you about $250 and up.

Photo Credit: The Row at therow.com

The Row:
The Row is the Olsens' ultra-luxury line. The clothes from this line were made for the catwalk. In a New York Times article, Ashley Olsen described the line as being “beautiful but practical clothes whose fit and luxurious texture had private meaning to the people who wore them.” I find the styles in this line to give off a simple, chic and glamorous vibe. Looking over its site, I found price ranges from $300 to over $1,000.

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My inspirtation behind this blog came from this month's issue of Vogue magazine, which features the Olsen Twins and their line The Row. Check it out!

Fit For a Princess?

Since becoming engaged, Kate Middleton's fashion choices seem to cover tabloid magazines left and right. Whether she’s making a royal appearance or just taking a stroll down the street, her style is constantly stirring up a fashion frenzy. Yet after I read People Magazine's article, “Kate Middleton's Catwalk Dress Sells for More Than $125,000,” I’m starting to think that maybe her most important fashion choice came well before she would be declared a future princess.

Photo Credit: Kate's dress in People Magazine

The dress doesn’t seem like much, does it? It’s sheer and simple. And according to People Magazine, “It cost less than $50 to make and was originally intended as a skirt.” Who would have thought that such a dress would grab the attention of a royal prince? I know it’s nowhere near high fashion, but maybe that’s exactly what makes it so special. It’s not a fashion choice I would expect from a future princess. And in a way that symbolizes who Kate truly is, just your typical girl next door.

Watch this video, which features Charlotte Todd. She's the designer behind the much talked about dress!


I think the dress sold for the right price. It’s an iconic piece of clothing in history, no matter how simple it may be. After all, it is responsible for bagging a prince, isn’t it? Tell me what you think. Take today's style poll!

Spring Fashion Trends of 2011

Today marks the first official day of spring. Goodbye winter fashion! Spring has to be my favorite season for fashion. Bright colors and prints enter the scene to inspire fun and creative trends. Of course, the first thing I did today was explored all my favorite fashion sites to see what amazing trends await me this spring.

Photo Credit: Glamour Magazine featuring Michael Kors, spring 2011

Photo Credit: Stylelist.com featuring J Brand Wonderama, spring 2011

60s and 70s Inspiration
The 60s and 70s are making a come back! I have mixed feelings about this. Yes, some of the styles from this era are amazing and deserve to have their comeback, but others, not so much. To my delight, spring will bring back the trend of the 60s trench coat. I adore the look of these coats! They are so simple, yet so playful and stylish. Unfortunately, what I call “mom jeans” will be coming to a store near you! This trend of high-waisted, 70s inspired jeans should be disregarded. I think it makes anyone, not just Jessica Simpson, look ridiculous. Forgot a camera adding 10 pounds, all you have to do is slip these jeans on!

Photo Credit: Become Gorgeous.com featuring Etro, spring 2011

Pretty as a Flower
It wouldn’t be spring without floral prints! It’s time to wake up and smell the flowers :) Floral prints during spring are practically mandatory. It’s a trend you see every single spring. And it’s a trend that I personally enjoy because it gives off such a romantic, fun vibe. I love wearing floral dresses out on a date night. If you’re not into dresses, you can always grab a cute, floral handbag, headband or just tuck a small flower in your hair.

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