Forever 21 Twist: It's Here (finally)!!!!!!

It's here! Forever 21's Twist line! The website describes it as fashion with a twist of punk, but I think that some of the pieces are just to die for! Here's one example:

I mean, come on guys! How adorable are those shoes? I think that this is a really great line, but it kind of sucks that it's limited edition, but hey, good things can't last forever....

Anyways, I think we all know where I'll be tomorrow...look out for future blogs on my Forever 21 Twist haul!

So hurry up and check out the website or the store before I buy out the whole stock, because, as they say in those goddamn infomercials, "when it's gone, it's gone!"

http://www.forever21.com/twist/default.asp

How to Wear: Belts

And now for the second installment!

I absolutely adore belts because they can transform a loose t'shirt into a trendy tunic with leggings, and add a certain 'umph' to a dress.























I'm feeling lazy today, so I'm just depending on Forever 21 for pictures and ideas :)

The chunky belt- pair it with a pretty frilly dress to create a statement, and then complete the look with some cage heels. This is a great example of how versatile belts are- you don't only have to wear them to hold your pants up!

The skinny belt- wear a skinny belt over a plaid (trend alert!) dress and then throw on a rolled-up boyfriend shirt. Kick on some booties to finish the look. I love this look because it's kind of 'country' but it's still fashionable at the same time!

The braided belt- wear it with a tucked in denim shirt and a high waisted skirt. High waisted skirts are very in right now, and the belt just adds a different kind of twist to them. You can also use peep toe booties here :)

How to Wear: the Sweater Dress

I've had a lot of you request that I create a collection on how to wear certain items, so here's the first installment: the sweater dress.





















What I adore about sweater dresses is that anyone can pull them off. You'll be able to find them at any major store- Forever 21, Macy's, H&M...the picture that I have above are actually from Gap, but I'm not sure if they still cary that exact style.

Choose your body type:
Pear (triangular upward)- to show off your nice figure, choose a well-fitting sweater dress. If it's too slouchy, it'll make you appear heavier. Pair the dress with some footless tights, and either pumps if the dress is long, or stiletto boots if it's shorter. If you think that the dress lacks definition, throw on a belt right underneath the bust. As for accessories, long necklaces tend to look better than shorter ones, but statement necklaces also look cute.

Hourglass (opposing triangles)- to accentuate your waist, choose a looser fitting sweater dress, and then cinch it at the waist with a cute belt. I like pairing tights with sweater dresses just because it makes the look appear much more composed. For shoes, stick with a trusty pair of cage heels or flats. For accessories, a simple statement necklace will do the job just fine.

Banana (rectangle)- Pair a medium fitting sweater dress (not too fitting, not too slouchy) with some footless tights. Add some high boots or stilettos. Accessories are what makes this look shine- bangle bracelets and long layered necklaces look amazing!

TRENDS FOR FALL 2009

Ever found yourself wondering what the latest trends are? Fear not, here I've outlined them all for you!

Statement necklaces- the one accessory you have to have. Dress up simple v-necks with loud statement necklaces. Forever 21 has some cute ones.

Plaid- you’d have to be living under a rock not to know this one! Be slightly cautious when you wear plaid, because it can make you look like a fashion amateur if you wear it the wrong way. I think the best ways are to wear either a long plaid tunic with leggings, a plaid button up, well, buttoned up, or one unbuttoned with a graphic t underneath. Delia’s has some cute button ups, while Urban Outfitters has some gorgeous tunics.

Leather Jackets- Must haves! A great casual combination is a black motorcycle jacket with a gray tank and some black pants. Add a black hobo to top off the look Be ready to dish out some major moolah if you want a genuine leather one, but if you’re willing to sacrifice for the sake of your wallet, try Forever 21.

Leopard print- it’s everywhere, literally. Leopard shirts and pants can get tacky if you don’t pull them off perfectly, so if you want to bring some junglish style into your wardrobe the right way, pair a plain old outfit with some leopard print flats or a purse. I’ve seen a lot of cute leopard print things in Forever 21

Floral- be careful not to go overboard with the floral dresses, since summer has passed, but floral scarves are a must have accessory this season! Pair one with a white v-neck and some light wash denim shorts or jeans for a cute look. Forever 21 is floral heaven, but try your mom’s closet for some cute vintage pieces!

Fedoras- very in! Pair colored ones with almost any outfit to add instant chic-status. My favorite would have to be a denim fedora with a white tank top and dark wash jeans. Urban Outfitters has very cute fedoras

Flared jeans- another trend you need to be careful with, because if your top is too loose, you could be visiting the dreadful Woodstock fashion era. Instead, pair some flared jeans with a bright graphic t and a leather riding jacket. Vintage stores or thrift shops might be your best bet here, but raiding mom’s closet again might not be a bad idea…

Blazers- they’re great for making any outfit just a tad bit more dressy, and can add edge to anything. Try a black blazer with a white tank and gray pants and a gray clutch for a Camilla Belle inspired look. I honestly haven’t found any stores with amazing ones, but Gap has a couple boyfriend-inspired ones that are pretty good.

The Lace Cami: 5 ways

Hey there :)



So many of you have asked me to do a collection of looks based off of one simple piece. So here it is, our first installment. Aren't you excited?!



For this 'episode', I chose to showcase the lace cami. I think it's one of the most versatile pieces in your wardrobe, and that every woman/girl should have one.




My lace cami is from Forever 21. I think I got it for around $5.80. They have them in a million different colors- black, white, gray, pink... Which reminds me: if you ever need a cami, any kind, go to Forever 21. Plain camis are only $2.50! Anyways...







IMPORTANT- My camera cord is lost (again...who's not suprised), so there won't be any pictures of the outfits, but if you want to see what they look like. visit my youtube channel (youtube.com/noboudaries10) to see the outfits in a video that I made.



Look 1- Over a Basic T'shirt



WHAT YOU NEED-
a basic blue t-shirt (I used a navy blue one that I'm pretty sure I bought from Target, but you can find them almost anywhere. Alternatively, if you can't find a plain one, just use a graphic one, but make sure your cami covers the design)

a lace cami (obviously)

skinny jeans (you could really use any kind of jean, but I find that skinny goes best with this whole look. Mine are a dark wash pair from American Eagle, but don't feel like that's your only option!)

some dangly earrings- for my look, I used a vintage pair from my mom's wardrobe, but almost anything will look great.

a cute necklace- I used one that was just three strands and was beaded with little flowers, but almost any necklace will work. I think that longer ones tend to look better though. If you're really in a pinch, google how to make a necklace out of recycled paper beads- it will look fab with your cami!



HOW TO ACCHEIVE THE LOOK

Start with your navy blue t'shirt and skinny jeans. Throw the lace cami on top, and just put on your earrings and your necklace. It's almost fool proof. Scratch that, it is! For shoes, I really like Converses, but flats or flip flops would both also look cute



Look 2- Under a v’neck


Here, I pair my dependable cami with a v-neck that has some detailing at the neckline. This will bring emphasis there, and make you look slimmer. I pair it with a vest because this look is kind of plain on its own, don’t you think?


WHAT YOU NEED


Pink batik top- Urban Outfitters (they have some great original pieces. This particular top is a dark pink color, with a v-neck that has some detailing on the neck- think the design of sequins without the sparkle.)
Cardigan vest- Forever 21 (for only $4! Don’t ever leave that store without checking out the sales rack! This one is a charcoal color and hits mid thigh)
Skinny jeans- Macy’s (I know, right? I never thought they had good clothes either. Mine are light wash.)
Shoes- black flats or flip flops



HOW TO GET THE LOOK


Pair the lace cami underneath the v-neck with detailing, then throw on your cardigan vest, jeans, and shoes. For earrings, I would use a silver dangly pair, but use your imagination because I'm not skilled that way :)



Option 3- Under a cardigan


I like this look because you get to see all of the cami, but you’ll still stay warm for those colder days. Paired with a cardigan and a tank underneath, how can you go wrong!


WHAT YOU NEED


Cardigan- American Eagle (for about $20, give or take. Mine is an indigo color and has some medium brown big buttons.)
Tank- H&M (they have really good quality tanks here- it’s worth the money, considering how often you wear tanks. It's a jersey knit and it's just plain white, but you could play around with the colors)
Jeans- American Eagle (dark wash skinnies)
Shoes- silver flats
Earrings- some nice dangly studs would look cute
Necklace- a simple glass pendant, dog tag, or a cluster necklace



HOW TO GET THE LOOK


Piece your lace cami over your tank top, then throw on the cardigan. Put on your jeans, shoes, and accessories. (I feel incredibly stupid writing this out- like you guys don't know how to dress yourself or something :P)


Option 4- With a vest



I love this look mostly because of its simplicity! I pair my lace cami with a faintly striped top, and then piece it together with this cute cardigan vest.



WHAT YOU NEED



Shirt- American Eagle (it's a fuschia color with faint stripes in a slightly darker color. It's short sleeve and a slub style)
Vest- Forever 21 (the same cardigan vest I described earlier)
Jeans- Forever 21 (gray ones)
Shoes- flip flops
Earrings- Spain



HOW TO GET THE LOOK



Pair the cami either under or over the top (your call here), and then throw on the vest and jeans.


Option 5- With a graphic t’


I absolutely adore this option because we all have graphic t’s, and this is a cute way to make them more than ordinary. Mine is a v-neck, so I *have* to wear something underneath, but you could try this with some scoopnecks too


WHAT YOU NEED


Graphic v'neck- Urban Outfitters (it's a baby blue with a bunch of artsy designs on it in a whole crapload of colors)
Jeans- Forever 21 (navy blue regular fit)
Shoes- Converses
Earrings- I made them out of an H&M tag! Tell me in the comments if you guys want a tutorial on how to make them


HOW TO GET THE LOOK


You all know this right? Just put the cami underneath the v-neck...