Fashion Tip of the Week .49

So ive finally made my decision on what i wanna do with my blog, but imma wait till my 50th post to let you know what that is (but you still have the chance to sway my decision)...hmmm what is it?!

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Fashion Tip of the Week #49: So Im trying to wait to give you guys a spring preview until it hits like mid-end November because spring is so far away. Now a lot of my girls know that im not big on dresses over jeans. But layering is in this season and is taking on a new version of layering. So ladies, this is addendum to my "Rules of layering" blog (fashion tip #16).

My Rules:

#11- Shirts with an empire cut that stops at the hips gives the dress over jeans effect.

#12- Mix different fabrics to give a textured look

#13- Deconstructed layers are always a plus, they fill in parts that the other layers didnt cover

#14- Belts are accessories, not layers!

#15- If you intend on wearing a coat or sweater, half-button or half-zip it up. Remember, the point of layers is to show off those layers, not hide them behind something.

Featured Item of the Week: Remember that horrendous trend in which every girl had those metallic bags? It got so overbearing that most girls ended up throwing their bags away! So here is the skinny. No more part metallic or what not. Ladies... full on metallic bags are the hottest accessories this season. For example, this Louis Vuitton Speedy Miroir bag in silver. Asking price for this piece of lovely, $1,150. Ladies, im sure you find a way around that.

Check back next week for the next fashion tip! Always dress to look your best (Even if it's a pair of sweats and a tee)!

Fashion Tip of the Week .48

Fashion Tip of the Week #48: So ladies, this week, I am going back to one of my favorite segments of my past blogs. And that is picking out pieces to make a complete outfit.

Look 1_ "Winter-warm". Take this puffed sleeved turtleneck, pair it up with denim shorts and finish it off with these buckled boots. Pull back you hair into a tail and you got a fantastic outfit for a trip anywhere. That is what we call a perfect casual outfit! It embodies all elements of fall wardrobe.

Look 2_ Looks can be based off anything... in this case, Steve Maddens, emphasizing one of the season's hottest trends in shoes, the peek-a-boo toe shoes, any outfit is possible. Take some skinny jeans (any color would be fine) and add a short sleeve smocked turtle-neck. In terms of accessories, a solid color knit golf hat would be perfect to add to it. Perhaps some metallic bangles and clutch to finish off the look.

Featured Item of the Week: So this week's featured item is one that will add a touch of sex appeal to any outfit. Think of this as an accessory to complete your look. This accessory is fake eyelashes. That's right ladies. Eyelashes can do so much to your outfit. It can kick it up a notch. A lot of the looks done with your eyes like smoking out the eye with a blend of shimmer and eye shadow is reminescent of Cleopatra. And the best thing about it, they are affordable.

Check back next week for the next fashion tip! Always dress to look your best (Even if it's a pair of sweats and a tee)!

Fashion Tip of the Week .47 [Guy's Edition]

So this time around, I havent really done a real guy's update. Sorry girls, next week okay? But this tip can also be used for your man. Remember, girls have power when it comes to dressing their man. haha

Fashion Tip of the Week #47 [Guy's Edition]: So alot of what I've said was already been stated... knits etc... Its tough trying to find new styles to each season. But alot of the rules that apply for women is the same for men. For this season, layers are important. Here are key things/looks that are the essentials for your autumn-winter wardrobe.

1_ Parka, fur trims are the in thing.
2_ Button-up or Pull-over vest off-setting the basic layers... layers are in.
3_ The studded belt is an added "to make it your own".
4_ Skinny ties
5_ Small plaid prints
6_ Knit Scarves
7_ Dress shoes, cmon everyone needs one! Added to wear with casual outfits
8_ For the modern guy, sheen is the new color
9_ Anything Merino - for those who dont know, its a type of material
10_ BULKY knit sweaters

Featured Item of the Week: So living in California, the sun is either your friend or your enemy. To protect your skin, I would recommend getting Neutrogena Ultra-Sheer Sunblock. Its affordable and worth every penny. It protects your skin and acts like a moisturizer! Stop by your local Wal-Mart or Target to get it.

Check back next week for the next fashion tip! Always dress to look your best (Even if it's a pair of sweats and a tee)!

Fashion Tip of the Week .46

Fashion Tip of the Week #46: I wrote a note to myself to discuss one of the breakout designers among the fall 2006 collections and I forgot to. So here is my shout out to one of the collections that I absolutely loved.

Peter Som is the designer I wanna discuss with you this week. Here are some of the things you have left to wear till end of January. I think his collection sums up what this season's trends are.

Here just take a look at some of the stuff that I loved.
Look 1_ High rise pants with waist cinching buckle
Look 2_ City shorts with subtle metallic threads and a subtle fur frock.
Look 3_ Velvet skirt with a over-embellish print chiffon blouse
Look 4_ Subtle usage of metallics. Round neck tops w/ pocketed a-line skirts (w/ minor roushing)
Look 5_ The epitome of the warm-weather dressing. Cute aint it? Perfect for any body type. If you are tall then it will end up looking like a baby doll dress. If you have a wide waist, the long bow strand draws attention away front the waist and elogates your height. This dress is truly versatile.

Featured Item of the Week: So after defiant attitudes towards leggings, I concede and will finally suggest (with caution) leggings are okay to wear provided that you have "legs for days"! Meaning, leggings aren't really meant for girls with big thighs. Seriously dont do it. Instead, for girls who are a bit on the "lots more to love" side, I would recommend another product for you girls, Spanx. From what I hear from all of my girl friends, they work and are comfortable and affordable. So find them at your nearest department store.

Side note: I just want to say that I make no apologies for the comments that I make on here. We all know its true, except I point it out. I am anything but discriminatory and have friends of all sizes that I make suggestions to. To me, all body types are beautiful, but beautiful is also wearing the appropriate garments to fit your body-type.

Check back next week for the next fashion tip! Always dress to look your best (Even if it's a pair of sweats and a tee)!

Fashion Tip of the Week .45 [Guys & Girls Edition]

So wow, tip 45, almost reaching # 50! How exciting. So I'm thinking of a make-over for this blog; specifically, perhaps making it into its very own myspace page.

Fashion Tip of the Week #45: So this week, I thought I'd elaborate on the knit idea and how you can adjust it to fit you. Remember, knits encompass ALOT of things. It could be a vest-pullover to knitted sweaters that your grandma gave you. ALOT.

Guys_ Here are some fantastic looks that mixes vintage chic and fashion forward looks. This is from DSQUARED2 Autumn/Winter 2005:
look 1 ~ this look emphasizes the fur trim on jackets. I turn back to their old collection because ALOT of the trends from A/W 05 returned. Hats are also a big plus this autumn/winter season.
look 2 ~ The professional knits. Here is how to incorporate knits back into your wardrobe without it being too casual. Emphasis on the v-neck vest-pullover. Punch ur outfit up with a black peacoat with brass buttons for a napoleonic era look. Simple stuff like that can make a HUGE difference.

Girls_ now i turn to Michael Kors Fall collection 2006 for the knit looks...
look 1 ~ This everything i want you to be wearing. To add some color, take a bold wide red belt and create a waist by placing it below your bust line. Add some 'net-stockings and bust out those red shoes you have been saving to wear for a special occasion.
look 2 ~ here is a way to take those city shorts that you have in your closet and mix it with your autumn/winter wardrobe. This look takes what could be drab into something fashionable. Take ur knitted sweater (which you use as a shirt), add a touch of the right accessories (skinny/thick scarves and mesopotamian bangle), add the city shorts and BOOM you got urself a quality outfit.

Featured Item of the Week: So this week u'll thank me... Continuing my mixture of expensive and cheaper priced items... go to your nearest PAYLESS Shoe store and get a pair of these boots. GIRLS, boots with buckles are a strong trend and to get what would be $500+ boots for only 45 dollars is a steal. The label: Abaeté; Boot name: Sky boot in black satin from designer Laura Poretzky.

Check back next week for the next fashion tip! Always dress to look your best (Even if it's a pair of sweats and a tee)!