Holiday Gift Guide 2014

 

What to get everyone on your shopping list for Christmas? Well, my gift guide will give you some ideas for what to get those very important people on your list

Holiday Party Outfits

 

With all of those Christmas and end of the year parties coming up, you'll want to look your very best. Here are some outfit ideas for the holiday parties.

Fall & Winter Essentials

 

 The essential pieces for fall and winter. Get these pieces in classic styles and neutral tones first, then you can wear them yearly and you will never be out of style. Once you have them in neutrals, pick them up in beautiful colors and patterns that you like for variety. 

Rainy Day Outfits for Fall & Winter

When it rains, it pours. But, that doesn't mean you can't look great in the rain. Sometimes it's cold, sometimes it's not, but no matter what the temperature is, there are a few things to keep in mind when dressing for a rainy day.

Lounging & Leisure Outfits for Fall & Winter

When the weather drops nothing feels quite like being warm and comfortable with some warm tea to relax and enjoy yourself. Whether you're on the couch or hair with your computer warming up your legs, or drinking a cup of tea, and curled up in a warm blanket reading a book. Or, maybe you're more ambitious than that, and are organizing the house. Whatever you choose to do, doesn't mean you can't look and feel stylish, while remaining comfortable at the same time. After all, this is the twenty-first century.

Fall & Winter Must Have: Leggings

 

I don't think it can be said enough just how useful leggings are during the fall and winter months. So much so, that they are a must have. If you don't have them then you don't know what you're missing.

Favorite Looks From New York Fashion Week

Now that the fashion shows are over, it's a great time to do a recap of everything that's been shown. These are my personal favorite looks from the shows. I could have had more but, then this post would be very long. So here they are:

Work Outfits for Fall & Winter Part 2

For those who have more flexibility in their work wardrobe, and are allowed to dress more trendy and casual, these outfits are for you.

Work Outfits For Fall & Winter

With so many trends for the fall and winter seasons, it can be confusing for some knowing what to wear without becoming overwhelmed. Add to the fact that you want to look both fashionable and professional, and the process can become daunting when shopping and when putting outfits together from your own closet. So, here are some ideas of what to wear to work, when looking professional comes first, and being fashionable and trendy comes second. I will show you how being fashionable doesn't have to come second.

Back to School Outfits: Heading to Class

 

For most students heading to class means siting down and listening to lectures and taking notes, so comfort is usually at the top of the list. Being stylish doesn't have to mean sacrificing comfort. It is easy enough to dress comfortable, stylishly and even trendy, so you can look and feel great everyday.

Trends for Fall 2014

Fall is Here! What trends are in style for fall this year? Well keep reading and you will find out. These are the trends to keep an open eye for, and are easily incorporated into anyone's wardrobe. Some will seem quite classic, while others will be more daring, but either way these are fun to play around with.

Outfit of the Day Inspiration: Transitioning to Fall

Outfit of the Day Inspiration: At the Beach

Essential Back to School Supplies

It's almost time to go back to school. But before you do, make sure you get all the school essentials that will help get you through everyday life. These are essentials everyone could use, and likely does use if they want to stay organized, and productive during the school year (and even outside of it).

What to Wear Back to School

Often times when school starts it is still hot as summer outside, which means you will need to dress accordingly and not jump too quickly into wearing all your new fall clothing. Everyone wants to make a good first impression at the start of a new year, and perhaps a new school where you will meet new people. Whatever your situation is, it's always a good idea to get the most important things your need first, then go from there. Without further ado,Let's get to some ideas that I hope will inspire you when putting your own looks together for back to school.

Outfit of the Day Inspiration: Classically Trendy At the Office

Outfit of the Day Inspiration: Weekend Away

Outfit of the Day Inspiration: Summer Days

Outfit of the Day Inspiration: Out & About

Outfit of the Day Inspiration: Running Errands

Easy Summer Style: The Maxi Dress

The maxi dress is a great versatile piece to have in the summer months. Many say, once they start wearing them, they quickly become a go-to essential piece in their summer wardrobe. It protects your skin from the elements, due to it's long length. It flows well, whether standing still or moving, allowing your skin to breathe, and sweat to escape. It also is good length, so it can be worn to many occasions, including formal ones.

Outfit of the Day Inspiration: Power Player

 

Outfit of the Day Inspiration: Long Summer Comfort

 

How to Stay Hydrated & Moisturized

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Staying well hydrated is importaant for your overall health, as well as your appearance. I know how difficult it can be at times, when your busy all day long that keeping hydrated can be forgotten, or simply omitted in favor of other things. But, it's something than can always be worked on, and improved on. With some simple steps you can help keep your body hydrated and well  moisturized, year long.

Dressy Summer Outfits

In my last post I gave some casual summer outfit ideas, which gave me the idea to also do summer outfits for more special occasions, where you need to dress more formally. With these types of occasions, it’s always a good idea to put your best foot forward, put in more of an effort when picking out what your going to wear, so you can look great, feel comfortable, and enjoy being there. When it comes to dressing up, some people don’t always have a clear understanding of what is acceptable, or needed for each type of situation. I hope this guide can be of some help.

Work

Dress: Zalando Earrings: Shaun Leane Orange Bracelet: Kendra Scott Watch: Timex Shoes: Maiden Lane Scarf: Necklush Bracelet: Accessorize Bag: Tory Burch

Casual Summer Outfits

Casual summer outfits are all about being comfortable, but you can still be stylish. When dressing casually, the first priority is to be comfortable in what you're wearing for whatever you're going to be doing. Flats, or shoes with slight heels will be the most convenient when you are relaxing, or have a lot of walking to do. Sunglasses are important to take with you (unless the sun's gone down) to shield your eyes. Hats are also great for keeping the sun's rays at bay. All these things will also keep you more comfortable.

At the Pool & Beach

 

Cover up: Melissa Odabash Sunglasses: Yves Saint Laurent Hat: Luxury Divas Earrings: Modcloth Bracelet: Rebecca Minkoff Swimsuit: Eberjey Watch: DKNY Scarf: Chan Luu Bag: Modcloth Sandals: Wet Seal 

Beach Bag Essentials

 

If you're heading to the beach it's always a good idea to be prepared. Carry all the essentials for a good day at the beach that will not only keep you protected from the powerful sun, but also keep you from getting bored.

Summer Must Haves

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June is here, which means summer is here! When it comes to outfits for the hot, summer months, there are certain pieces that everyone should have. Pieces that work for keeping it casual, dressing it up, or both. Taking some inspiration from Blair Waldorf's impeccable outfits, here are the must haves in your summer wardrobe.

Fashion Habits to Break

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 Many of us have fallen into the pack of what others around us are wearing and doing, without thinking for ourselves that it may not be the best idea, in terms of fashion, style, or our health. It's time to ditch these habits, and make life easier, and better for ourselves.  

Work Outfits for Spring and Summer

When the sun comes out and the weather heats up, there is a desire to wear more colorful and trendy outfits. Which can be more of an issue, when it comes to a work environment, where it is important to always look professional. Now depending on the type of work you do, and what the company policies are regarding what is and isn't appropriate, you may or may not have as much leeway. For the most part though there are ways to incorporate spring and summer trends and colors into your work outfits.

 

Very Strict Dress Code

Mother's Day Gift Ideas

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With Mother's Day just around the corner, and with it being the one day where everyone buys flowers, because everyone has a mother, but not everyone knows what to get her other than flowers and a card. Here are some ideas to help make the decision making process easier. But, no matter what, make sure to keep your mother in mind, what she likes, what she could use, or what she likes to pamper herself with.

Spring 2014 Trend to Try: Mid Heels

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 I love heels, but what I don't love about heels is how they can seem impractical at times. Whether you have quite a bit of walking to do, or have no room to carry an extra pair of shoes with you everywhere you go, that's where mid heels are a savior. These are in between a high heel, and flats. The heights vary from practically nothing to a good couple of inches, so you can have comfort and easy walking in one pair of shoes. This has to be one of my favorite trends to come out in years. I love the neutrality and practicality of some of these trends, but I think this could be one that saves many girls.

Easter Outfit Ideas

It's almost Easter, which means you may be ready to bring out your pastel colors for this spring holiday. Let your style determine what you wear for Easter, whether it be colorful, or elegantly neutral. Dressing chic and stylish comes in many forms. Here are some ideas about how to add some color to your outfit:

 

Dressed Up

5 Quick & Easy Healthy Snacks

I have been working on eating, and snacking healthier lately, as it's been something my body has been wanting me to do, yet when other people are making food for you, it's difficult sometimes to turn it down, especially when I'm hungry. I find that if you buy the right healthy foods, healthy snacking becomes a lot easier. When I'm hungry I want to eat something to that is great tasting, healthy, and keeps me energized throughout the day, as I'm sure you do too. These are snacks in the simplest, most basic, and healthiest way you can have them, and best of all; there's practically zero effort required to prepare them.

Nuts

Easy Date Night Outfits

Have a date and don't know what to wear? Whether it's a completely casual movie date, or a posh outing, a date is one of the most often situations when girls don't know what to wear. It could because we feel we don't know what to wear, or because we feel we have nothing in our closets. Here are some outfit ideas for a broad range of date situations. I hope you will feel inspired.

Casual

5 Easy Ways to Dress Up a Casual Outfit

Want to take a simple outfit and make it look more dressed up rather than dressed down? Whether you are going out on a date, out with friends, or simply want to look more polished and out together rather than causal when you step out of the house, all it takes to transform an outfit is a few pieces.  You don't have to add all of these to your look, although adding a few will make it more dressy and less casual. Here are some quick ways you can add some oomph to your look:

8 Easy Ways Get Healthier

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With spring already here for some, and on its way for others, everybody that isn't already involved in exercise as part of their lifestyle is probably feeling the urge to get active. I find the cooler weather can make me feel lethargic and less energetic because I'm cold, and it's easier to curl up in my warm layers with my computer on my lap and not do anything. But spring...spring is another thing all together. Spring puts a spring in my step, makes me feel energized, happy, more confident and ambitious to tackle problems I maybe didn't feel the need to in the winter.

Favorite Looks from Milan Fashion Week

Milan Fashion week came and went so quickly that before you knew it it was Paris Fashion Week. Although it was short is was sweet with some of the best shows so far from the designers. So without further introduction, here is the rundown of my favorite looks from Milan:

Gucci

Gucci showed many pieces that even the most conservative dresser could find something they liked. The dresses and skirts were not more than just above the knee, and many of the coats were the same length. I love the simplicity of the looks, along with the inclusion of leather and subtle frills to add some texture and interest while maintaining an elegant, and conservative edge. I love the classic coat designs, there is a reason the classics are always in style - because they always look good, even if you change up the color palette - they are flattering.

Best Dressed at the Oscars 2014

My favorite part of any award show is to look at the beautiful dresses every one is wearing. How their makeup, hair, shoes, and jewelry all come together. Here are the stars on my best dressed list from this year's Oscars:

 Sandra Bullock

Wear It Now: Lace

Spring is not here yet, but that doesn’t mean you can’t wear some of your favorite spring trends right now. In fact spring is right around the corner. So, to transition from winter to spring, start incorporating spring looks with your warmer winter pieces. Lace is always a favorite of mine, it’s so beautiful and feminine.

Favorite Looks From London Fashion Week

Moving onto  London Fashion Week I must say I am loving the classic vintage feel to some of these shows, it brings back some of my favorite classic, elegant looks that I always love seeing in real life, not to mention in movies and plays also.

Dress Like a Lady

I love this look, my favorite collection from London Fashion is undoubtedly Vivienne Westwood's Red Label collection. The beautiful style of the early half of the twentieth century is luxurious, classic, and elegant - very lady like. All of these looks are a great reminder that beautiful clothes do make you stop and say "wow".

Favorite Looks from New York Fashion Week

 My favorite looks from New York Fashion Week all fall into categories. I love classic-chic looks and classic color palettes for the most part, and as you will see the colors of all the looks are things that can be worn from year to year. Which evidently must be, because I love classic clothes that I can wear from season to season.

Winter White is a True Delight

I love white, so it's not surprising that I love to wear white in the winter. Besides if everything is covered in white, why shouldn't we wear white as well? Some of my favorite ways to wear white, can be seen in the pictures below. A beautiful head to toe all white look looks beautiful, as does a white with a contrast of another color.

Wear It Now: Black & White

Wearing black and white is one of the easiest trends to incorporate into your wardrobe, if you haven’t already. Wearing black combined with white adds a stunning contrast, and interest to any look, while the neutrals keep it practical for any occasion. Black and white are true classics. Wearing both at once creates an element of uniqueness, without standing out too much. By mixing and matching black and white pieces together, or wearing a black and white patterned piece, this is a trend that everyone, no matter how conservative can wear confidence and ease.

Valentine's Day Outfits

With Valentine's Day only two weeks away, the excitement is building for what's to come, and what to wear. Valentine's Day for many is a day to get all dressed up, looking, and feeling beautiful. And so you should, life's moments are about enjoyment, celebrating, looking, and feeling good. It doesn't matter if you have a date for Valentine's Day, you can still dress up and enjoy it. Here are some ideas for what to wear:

Wear It Now: Pink

Soft hues of pink were everywhere on the runways, and will be everywhere in stores and  online. Now is a great time to indulge in your love, or curiosity of pink, because even though spring is still a ways away, Valentine's Day is just around the corner. Whether you are going out with the special man in your life, or you're spending time with good friends, you can dress up in a lovely Valentine's Day outfit.

Classic & Chic Black Outfit Ideas

Continuing on with a black outfit theme, the looks here are all about a nice pop of red, with some gold to give a classic, rich, elegant look to both outfits. With red being such a bright, vibrant color, it's important to keep the amount of red in each outfit to a minimum, to keep it subtle, and therefore elegant. This is not to say that you cannot look elegant in lot's of red, or any other color, because of course you can. I am referring to outfits that are mainly black, with only a subtle touch of color to outfits, because sometimes it's nice to be noticed, without being noticed.