Wednesday, September 8, 2010

Trend Alert

Although fall/winter aren't my favorite seasons weather wise, they are my favorite seasons fashion wise! NY fashion week has started and a little birdie working there said fur is back! Vests, coats the works! I also wanted to let you guys in on some pieces, which I already own, that I predict will be the trend this season.

So, as always boots are coming back into play and the must haves are the lace up booties and boots. I got a pair of open toe booties at Zara's and they are amazing and uber comfortable. My cousin opted for a pair that were a bit taller and more rugged looking.

Pleated, higher waisted pants! The ones I have in my closet are a little more like harlequin pants with the top bein a bit more baggy and the bottom a snugger fit, I bought mine at Zara's for about $50. Black, army green, brown or denim are the colors I'd go for. (Note: be sure you try on the pants before you buy because higher waisted pants can be a bit unflattering so you have to finde the pair that hit your body type at the right place. This took me some time because I do have a bigger bust and I had to find something that made me look slim and sexy.) These right here can be found at lulus.com here's the link http://www.lulus.com/products/silk-equestrian-black-pants/27539.html.

Cropped blouses are going to be one of my staples this season. It was easy to wear the more casual cropped shirts with cut off shorts and mini skirts in the summer, but since it's getting chilly you can pair that top with boyfriend jeans and booties skinnies and booties or even that mini with some great opaque or printed tights. (This one again is from lulus, as you can tell I am a big fan of the website) http://www.lulus.com/products/snack-time-stripe-top-by-brandy-melville/27797.html

Thigh high socks and printed tights are a great way to accessorize and stay warm. This trend can b worn with shorts, mini skirts and dresses and also adds a feminine touch to looks that would involve something rougher like combat or flat boots. (These here are from my favorite European site Asos.com http://www.asos.com/Women/Socks-Hosiery/Cat/pgecategory.aspx?cid=7657 )

Happy shopping!

Wednesday, September 1, 2010

My picks for trendy vegan products

Happy Wednesday! Today I am going to show you a few of my favorite vegan products. After reading my fitness entry it's obvious I'm no vegan but I do like to support them and any product that doesn't use anything produced by an animal is good with me.



So the first product on my little list is Urban Decay's Baked Bronzer. I have sensitive skin and most bronzers tend to make me break out but this one worked wonders and kept my face clear. I use it just about every day. My make up is very minimal on weekdays and it includes eyeliner, concealer, mascara and bronzer but I will say that once the Urban Decay comes on my face feels so much more glamorous. It has an awesome scent and it comes in this cute cupcake cup. I usually get my urban decay products at Sephora but I know they are available at Macy's as well.

Combat boots are probably going to be in a lot of gals' closets this season, theyre already in mine and best of all they're vegan leather. I found these boots from the brand Wanted, this brand was featured in Nylon magazine, off this amazing website http://www.lulus.com/ I'm really diggin the zip up feature on the side. These bad boys were only $36!

My third item is Tom's leopard shoes! I haven't gotten these yet but I have been eyeing them at Nordstrom's for a while now and they are next on my shopping list. These are the perfect pair of shoes to throw on when going to school, to the park or chillin with your friends and I could definitely see them worn with leggings, cut off shorts and skinny jeans. Everyone I've asked said they are the most comfy shoes and most of these people have more than one pair or are planning to get more in different colors. They're about $54, which is a pretty reasonable price and they have a one for one program, which is when you buy a pair the company gives a pair to a child in need. http://www.toms.com/


Hope you enjoyed these products because I really stand buy them =).