HOW TO WEAR; skinny jeans

hey dolls :)

sorry about that random picture below...

So this is on a very requested topic- how to wear skinny jeans.



Skinny jeans are one of those trendy items this season. They go with virtually anything, and they can add a bit of style to almost any outfit. That being said, I've seen some pretty bad renditions of the skinny jean in my years...

Generally speaking, skinny jeans tend to look with more flowy tops, because they can help to add some definition to your figure



Megan Fox wears them with a nice simple flowy floral top, and see how cute it looks? Throw on a leather jacket, and you're set.




Here they're worn with some over the knee boots for an easy casual look. It's still fashionable though. There's a fine line :)

just a quick post for you guys while I avoid studying for finals... sigh

Hot Shoes for Fall

The Mocassin- these are great shoes to throw on when you're in a hurry, or just are having an off-day. They're like Converse, in that sense. I like dark brown mocassins, but these are pretty cool too. These are from American Eagle and are $29.50
The Metallic Flat- these are absolutely adorable for those warmer fall days, where you don't want to bother with boots. Like in the picture, they look great with tights, and a skirt or something. I like this pair from American Eagle, and they're only $29.50!
The (f)UGG- UGG's are very popular on the streets this season (as always), but I've had some people ask me about fuggs. I don't think that wearing fuggs makes you any less fashionable or anything, I mean, not everyone wants to spend $180 on boots, and that's fine. I chose this pair of fake UGGs from American Eagle because I thought that they were really cute, and are only $40. Try emu or Bear Paw (I think that's the name) for other cute boots like this.
The Thigh-Highs- thigh-high boots are all over the runway this season. Unfortunately, they look best on tall people (because on shorter people, they would go all the way up your thighs!). Check out some pictures from New York Fashion Week for some inspiration on how to wear these. These are by Chinese Laundry and are only $99!
The Lace-Up Bootie- These look so cute with tights and a skirt. They're a great way to dress up a kind of boring outfit, and they're just so fun to look at! I've seen some good ones from Forever 21, although I've heard they're uncomfortable, so I chose this pair from Cynthia Vincent to show you guys. It retails for $325, which is a little pricey, but it's a good example.
The Slouchy Boot- slouchy boots are absolutely essential because they can be worn with so many different things. They look cute when you wear them with jeans and a t'shirt, and edgy if you wear them with a skirt and tights. Wet Seal has an adorable pair for only $25, but these are from Piperlime, and are $99.
The Riding Boot- These are so in for this season! You can find any type (leather or fake) and length (short or tall)...there are just so many riding boots out there. I really like the caramel colored ones, but these black ones are pretty cute too, aren't they? These are from Forever 21, and are $32.80

What's Hot for Fall/Winter

Maxi Dress (Issac Mizrahi)- maxi dresses have been in for a while, and from the looks of it, they aren't going 'out' any time soon. They're great transitional pieces, because you can wear them in the summer, and maybe even the winter, depending where you live.

One Shoulder (Carolos Miele)- A lot of dresses this season have the one-shoulder look, not quite as revealing as strapless, but not as prim as sleeveless. The one word that I could use to describe all of these looks is 'edgy'- this is because designers are taking a lot of inspiration from trends from the 80s.
The Playsuit Look (Brian Reyes)- Playsuits made their comeback over the summer, and now, you'll find them everywhere. This particular look isn't exactly a playsuit, but it combines the two basic elements- high waisted shorts, and a tucked in tank.
Shirt Dresses (Arise: African Promise Collective)- this is one trend that anyone can do, no matter their age or style. You can dress them up or down, all depending on the shoes that you pair with.
See Through (Allude)- This is that kind of a trend that not everyone can pull off, but the people who can look killer. Your best bet would be a see-through vintage lace top with a cami underneath- it's edgy but not crossing the line.
Tribal Prints (Alexandre Herchcovitch)- Bright tribal prints add a nice pop of color to normally boring outfits. They're a great effortless way to add some pattern into your outfit.

The Fitted Jacket (3.1 Phillip Lim)- You're going to see fitted jackets on almost any runway. They're great versatile pieces that can be paired with pants or skirts for a more edgy take on any 9 to 5.

TREND ALERT!: How to Wear the Slouchy Boot

Hello there my lovely readers :)

So I'm going to borrow heavily from Wet Seal for this one, but at least I have a post, right?

Slouchy boots are just about everywhere, and they're an essential because they go with just about everything. Pair them with some skinny jeans and a t'shirt for an effortless look, or some tights and a high-waisted skirt for a more edgy one.
This particular pair of boots is from Wet Seal, and I know, I know, red boots aren't that amazing, and they do have these in other colors, but the red is the only one that shows the true 'slouch' factor. So bare with me a bit. I love this pair because it's affordable (something along the lines of 28 bucks) but still looks cute. Most slouchy boots look like this, so if you don't have this exact pair, you can still use some of the outfits:

For a very chic look, pair some gray or black slouchy boots with denim skinny jeans, a purple sweater, gold chain necklace, and a beret. Berets are very in this season, and boots go perfectly with them!

For a more casual look, pair some bright colored boots with denim jeans and a blue and white striped shirt or sweater. The boots will add a nice splash of color to the look.

Another great way to wear slouchy boots is with patterned tights. Patterned tights, high waisted skirts, tank tops, cardigans, and boots all look great together!

So I know this was a pretty pathetic entry, but I just needed to get *something* up.
I'm sorry I wasted that precious 5 minutes of your life :(

Must Haves for Your Fall Wardrobe (American Eagle- Tops)

A bunch of you have asked me to do a must haves collection for my favorite stores. Since I love so many stores, and the clothes they have, I had to divide it into many parts. Here's the first!Graphic scoop-necks are absolutely essential

Animal prints are very in this season. Who never liked tiger print, anyways?

Bold tops can really flatter your figure if you're on the larger side

Necklace shirts are very in, and I think they're just so cute!

Embellished tanks are a great thing to have because you can layer them so many different ways. They're also all over the runway

Another great example of an embelished tank.

Plaid is this season's must have print. Ruffles never hurt anyone too...

Perfect for layering over a graphic t'

Also good for layering

Cable neck sweater's are great to have because you can layer them with different tanks. Great for the later fall months

How gorgeous is this cardigan?

I love the color combination of navy blue and white

This cardigan is adorable

I'm not a huge fan of logo t's, but I thought this one was cute

It's true...:)

Now, isn't this pretty?!

Transforming Your Summer Wardrobe to Fall: Dresses

So most of you guys have summer dresses left over from, um, summer, right? Well, I'm going to show you some simple ways to wear those dresses in fall while still staying warm! All of the dresses are from Forever 21's Heritage 1981 line.

This dress is a perfect example of a dress that you can wear in any season! For fall, pair it with a cardigan of any color (I'm partial to gray, though). Use some silver pumps for a cute look, and complete the look with a nice silver clutch. For accessories, a statement necklace would look great.

I absolutely adore floral prints. The one thing you have to be careful about is when you wear it in the fall. Any designer will tell you that loud floral prints are saved for summer- quieter prints are perfect for fall. I chose this one because the colors aren't too bright, and the pattern isn't too busy. Pair it with a white t'shirt underneath and some medium wash skinny jeans for a cute look. Use some gladiators or boots for shoes. For accessories, use either long necklaces or bangle bracelets- not both!

Adorable dress, right? To carry this look into the fall, I would wear it with some tights or footless tights. If you're feeling bold, you can use some colored ones, but I think just some plain black footless tights would work beautifully. I would throw on a cardigan too- you decide, black, blue, white, red...the possibilities are endless! As for shoes, this is your opportunity to dress up or dress down the look. Pair it with Converse or flats for a more casual look, or stilettos or pumps for a look perfect for a night out. Accessorize with a large clutch and some long necklaces.