Monday, February 27, 2012

You Know You're A 90's Kid If....

You remember these "new" trends from back in the day.


So recently I have been noticing that a lot of 90's trends are making a comeback. Don't believe me? Check out this article!

Anyway, it really hit me when I saw these next few dresses. Not only did my older cousin Eileen rock similar dresses when she was in high school, she might still have them stuffed away somewhere! The 90s are back, ladies! And that's okay, cause they were ALLLLLLLL THAT!!!! ;)

Note: These dresses are either from Top Shop or Zara.


Okay, I feel I've seen just about every mom I know wearing this. (Granted it was when they were in their late 20s and early 30s.) But as a child, I was surrounded by some very fashion forward ladies and they definitely had this style of jumper!



Can you not see Jen from Dawson's Creek wearing this?



Now what do you think Topanga would say if she saw this dress today? "I like that. ... I had that." Maybe?



I'm thinking some thrifting is in my near future! But, remember, don't just go pulling out every old 90's piece you have left! Here's a quick list of 90s trends that should NOT be resurrected! Let's be practical now. :)

Will you be rocking any 90s bring-backs this season?

Sunday, February 26, 2012

Fashion Repeats Itself....

But do actors?


So at the moment I am trying my hardest to avoid homework. I currently have The Oscars on the TV, Facebook minimized, and I am blogging away.

So since I am watching actors, I thought I would blog about a recent discovery I made. (I'm probably not the first to notice this.)

*Ahem* In a recent issue of Seventeen, Lily Collins was on the cover. Now, when I saw her on the cover, I simply thought, "Oh, that's the girl from that movie with Taylor Lautner." At the end of the magazine there was an interview with Lily. Just to let you know, I have a VERY weird way of looking through magazines, so I didn't read the interview right away, I did however look at the pictures. That is when it hit me.

Lily Collins looks like Audrey Hepburn.


Anyways, I decided to find some photos and put them side by side and let you compare them!


Maybe it's just me? I think it's uncanny!









My sister thought Lily looked most like Audrey in her Mirror Mirror images. (Audrey in her Roman Holiday dress.)


So what do you think? Reincarnation?

Friday, February 24, 2012

Color Blocked!

Ah, Color Blocking, the only fashion trend I have noticed in which you actually need some knowledge of basic art to master. Now, I'm not a master in the least... I've simply been watching Youtube videos/tutorials like my life depends on it! (If you are curious about what constitutes Color Blocking, I recommend doing the same! There are some great videos out there!)Here is a website for basic color theory that can also get you started!


Here is the basic color wheel. Know this wheel, and you've got a good start on Color Blocking!

So in my last post, I said I was going to try my hand at Color Blocking. So here's my attempt!


I tried to go with an analogous color theme: yellow, green, and blue (I figured blue was close enough to yellow and green!).




Shirt: bought at Walmart
Pants: bought at JC Penney
Jacket: It was my mother's in the 90's. I've high-jacked it. :)
Shoes: Chadwicks


Have you tried color blocking? What are your favorite colors to block?

Thursday, February 23, 2012

Things I'm Loving....

And an update!


Okay, so I know I tell this time and time again to all my accounts, but I am reviving my blog!

"And I mean it this time!" she said determined as her face turned red with embarrassment, knowing this was the umpteenth time she declared such a thing.


Anyway, I've been ITCHING to blog something but couldn't think of anything! I've even started several posts, only to scrap them after bloggers block has stuck me. But I will publish this post! *determined*

So here is a quick overview of what I am currently obsessed with...

IN MUSIC:


I, like many people, have watched the celeb version video of this song. I thought it was cute, but I was much more impressed with the song itself. It's just too catchy! And the official video is quite hilarious. :)


ON TV:

How could I NOT be obsessed with this show?! I love the story, the characters, the FASHION! It's so good! If you haven't watched Jane By Design, I highly recommend it! :)

IN FASHION


It's true. I adore color blocking. Unfortunately, I have not mastered the trend yet. Or rather, I need to invest in some good color blocking staple pieces. I will be trying my hand at it tomorrow though! Pictures to come! :)

Do you have any favorites that I should know about? Food? Nail polish? Makeup?

Thursday, December 22, 2011

Tis the Season...

To get back into blogging!


So for the past couple months I have been a little less than not active. I blame school! And myself. This year is my 3rd year in college, and let me just say- it's been the toughest so far! That may be due in part to my driving roughly 3 hours everyday, which is tiring in and of itself. Then add schoolwork and a part-time job, and well, you have a receipt for STRESS.

I've also found out that I am gluten-intolerant. That pretty much means no bread... pasta... PASTRIES!!! You can imagine my annoyance. haha But other than that, I've got my headaches under control, and now, luckily, I am on winter break!

Now on to the Outfit of the Day! :) P.S. It's snowing as I type!

Merry Christmas!








Top: Old Navy
Skirt: Maurices
Shoes: Fioni at Payless
Necklace: Body Central

Tuesday, October 4, 2011

Life Update + Another Empty Promise

I will try to keep this promise!!!


So I know I have been MIA, but I have an excuse! COLLEGE. It is my excuse for all! Ha! :) Anyway! So, yes, I have been ridiculously busy as of late. Not only am I a full time commuter student and working, but I have now also starting teaching Sunday school with my sister! Picture it... 20 6-11 year-olds! And one 5 year old. LOL

Another exciting note! We are FINALLY moving forward with the addition to our house! After a year of planning, we should be breaking ground by the end of the week! I will keep you updated on the progress, as I am getting a WALK-IN CLOSET!!! And if you can't tell, I'm super excited! I will also be adding a bay window and carpet to my bedroom! No more cold floors during winter! *w00t*

Ahem, so that is my life currently. I WILL be restarting my Outfit of the Day posts, as well as, starting a mini series addressing all my fave fall trends and products! Has anyone else switched out there summer candles for fall ones?!

An Outfit of the Day one day this past summer...




Tank and Necklace: Forever 21
Skirt: Body Central
Shoes: Cato



My Motto.
One of my favorite quotes from fashionista- Audrey Hepburn.

Tuesday, September 13, 2011

Bad Bad Blogger...

So I have not blogged in AGES!!!! D: I'm so ashamed!!! *puts paper bag over face*

FORGIVE ME!!!!


Alright, so for most college-aged fashion bloggers out there, I'm assuming, school has started. I alas am no different... Yes, I have started my junior year of college. Where has the time gone?!

This year I am commuting every day. YES. EVERY day!!! For those of you who wonder, I live roughly an hour and 15 minutes from my school. Again, yes, I drive to and from daily! What am I thinking? haha

It is okay though. I am commuting with my very best friend! She is interning here in the states and works about an hour away from my house (going in the same direction, of course). So luckily, we gab and chat for the first hour, then I blast my radio on KLOVE and sing at the top of my voice! Why yes, I do get stares. :) (Though I have not been singing the last two days on account of, I almost lost my voice!)

Any-who! I'll try to blog more regularly, but for now, I leave you with an Outfit of the Day from many many days ago! :)




Top: Garage Sale! $1!
Shorts: Kohl's
Shoes: Gucci