pop of color

i'm really loving the color coral lately. i've actually always like it! its one of those colors that i have a lot of in jewelry, tops, skirts, yada yada yada...buuuuuutttttt what i dont have are any CORAL SHOES. everytime i look at an outfit, i think what could make the look POP a little more?? so with all the color blocking and bright ideas going on for spring right now, i thought why not add a great pair of peachy/orangey pumps to each outfit (i know im soooo smart-wink wink) below are two pairs i have my eyes set on right now....

LuLu's- $99

LuLu's-$131

a few quick tips on how to add the pop or color to your wardrobe....

1. pair coral shoes with contrasting colors... like a royal blue dress or with a pair of bright yellow skinny jeans

2. replace your brown clogs with a vibrant pair of coral ones to snazz up your netural tone outfit

2. stand out in your simple white blouse and blue jeans with pair of peachy shoes

COLOUR

some may think that pastels, bolds, and neutrals have nothing in common BUUUUUTTTT when it comes to SPRING 2011 nail color- THEY ARE ALL THE RAVE! Whether  you choose a sky blue pastel, a bold peachy pink, or a barely there neutral, just make sure not to leave home WITHOUT them painted!!! (specially your toes-EWWW).

AMERICAN APPAREL may be in a little bit of trouble right now, but ONE thing this US clothing retailer has going for them is their recent launch of nail polish. their new nail lacquer line consist of a wide variety of colours all inspired by their company. you will find "office" (which refers to the minty green accounting notepad you might find of the 7th floor) or "factory" (which of course refers the shade of their factory floors and walls). so what are you waiting for- START PAINTING!!!

some of my favorites are PALM SPRINGS (3rd from the left top row) MANILA (2nd from the left on bottom row)

THE TRENCHES

with all this gloomy and yucky weather we have been experiencing lately, i have kind of been down and out. buuuuuuuttt then i remembered there was ONE trend for spring that could lift my spirits and get me ready for April showers-THE TRENCH COAT.dick tracy might have been the first to make the trench coat a staple is his wardrobe BUT now it has become a staple that EVERY fashionita needs in her wardrobe. the bold prints and colors for SPRING 2011 may not become an everyday piece in your wardrobe, but the TRENCH COAT trend for SPRING 2011 will. this is a great investment piece that will last you through many different seasons ANNNDDD you can find one in whatever style that best suits you. weather you choose a bright yellow classic trench, a camel cape one, or a daring sleeveless wrap trench dress-just make sure you have one in your closet, or two or three or four.

MOD CLOTH-$57.99

ASOS-$116.55

BANANA REPULIC-$130

ASOS-$134.48

in case you wondering...

5 RECENT PURCHASES I HAVE MADE....

1.Ann Taylor Loft-Wide Striped Boat Neck Sweater-$59.50
 

2. Forever21-Short Lace Skirt-$13.80 (actually mine came from a boutique in my hometown and was a little mooooore expensive)




3.Target-Leopard Maxi Dress-$24.50

i also bought a few other things this past weekend but none of outfits are up on the websites just quite yet..but some of those items included a cute white sleeveless blouse from francescas'collection and i also managed to slip in an arm-full of turquoise and gold bangles in my shopping bag too. i cant wait to wear my new purchases and i still have my eyes set on a few more i need add to my spring wardrobe...

oh and the best part of the trip was my shopping buddy (MY MOM) :)

Stripe Out

i'm pretty sure the saying goes "three strikes and your out?" well if i applied that to my new love for stripes in my wardrobe then it would definitely be the other teams turn up to bat. recently a family friends' kid asked me why do i always wear stripes? so i took a step back and thought i might need some kind of invention? in my previous post about j.cew spring 2011 i mentioned that i recently jumped ahead of the game and did some spring shopping, but what i left out was that everything i bought was striped. i couldn't help myself. i felt like i was at the dog pound and every striped piece of clothing was looking at me with puppy-dog face, screaming i need a home(i've never been to a dog pound for that sole reason-plus i like the fact that my clothes don't need to be fed or potty trained)

my problem isn't that my stripes all look the same- as a mater of fact i have a wide variety of differnt colors, sizes, and type of clothing in stripes. my problem is i tend to wear them all the same way. so i came to the conclusion that what i needed to do was stray away from wearing them in a preppy manner and instead mix/match them to achieve different looks. so i decided to pair my black thin striped lazy-t with a fun and flirty leopard skirt, and then i slipped on my navy striped pull over with some jeggings and a pair of cowboy boots. now i can still wear my stripes but in a little less subtle and noticeable way. so go ahead and strike stripe it out!

urbanoutfitters- $24

urbanoutiffters-$69



lulus-$23



peek-a-boo

with all the see through fabrics appearing everywhere on the fall 2011 runway-i cant help but want to wear them right now!! i figured i would have to come up with a way to "make it work" for spring 2011. so what was the solution to my problem? LACE & CROCHET. two weekends ago i purchased an amazing tan crochet dress & i figured it could pull double duty as a casual shopping saturday dress or a daring bathsuit cover up. i love it!!! these "barely there" fabrics can keep you cool in the heat and leave little to the imagination. buuuuuttt if your like me and lacking a crochet kit, then below i have found some cheap&chic items.

modcloth-$44.99

urbanoutfitters--$49



ASOS-$17.93



JUMPSUITS

as long as its not striped, bright orange, or has a name tag on it then your JUMPSUIT will definitely be a hit for spring 2011. these rejuvenated jumpsuits have taken a play off last years daring rompers but some sophistication and length has been added (thank goodness-my legs aren't near ready to be exposed yet)!!

so if i haven't convince you yet to take the leap or JUMP (sorry i had too!) then maybe informing you that they come in all different shapes and sizes this year (yes even you petite peeps can wear them too) might help you change your mind!! from Marc Jacobs' pattern pieces to YSLs' chic all black number and even Rachel Roy's office appropriate jumper; theres bound to be one to suit you perfect!!Lanvin even converted the LBD into a LBJ, with a tuxedo inspired one-piece look.

the only problem you might encounter while wearing these onesies is during a trip to the bathroom(it can get veeerrrry compliacted?!) so no matter if you choose halter,loose, long sleeved, belted, or tight make sure your closet is filled with one (just think you can have ONE WHOLE outfit on ONE hanger)imagine all the other spring outfits you can fit into that extra closet space you are saving :)

ASOS amazing website has jumpsuits in all differernt styles and prices... here are some of my favorites...




the LBJ

fun&flirty

the workaholic



i think i jinxed myself.

last saturday it was a beautiful day here in the south. i was out and about shopping with my little sister who was going to dc for a week and i was truly perspiring getting in and out of the car. since i wasn't in the market for gloves or hats like my sis, i decided to purchase a few spring buys-TOTALLY REGRETTING that now. this last winter storm hit us pretty hard in the south and i've truly got the winter blues. all i want to do is hibernate (bears get to do that for winter why cant we??) buuuut then i saw this GORGE spring collection for JCREW SPRING 2011. i just keep imagining myself in these clothes and thinking warm thoughts(not making it warmer outside but definitely lifting my spirits UP). don't get me wrong i love buying winter boots and jackets- but i LOOOVVVE spring/summer clothes soooo much better! there's just so many prints, colors, and pieces to mix and match!

I DIE FOR THE PIECES. and with that being said my bank account would die too after buying them. unfortunately i wont be able to afford the $300-$600 price tag of these outfits...( i guess i can look but not touch??)...so that leads me to my next mission and blog- to find these chic looks for cheap. well until then it doesn't hurt to oohh and ahhh over them! ENJOY!!

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Orangeeen't you glad its warming up??

well if you live in the south- hopefully you have been experiencing the wonderful weather we have had over the past few days (i have no words for all you east coasters bearing the horrific winter storm) there is around 50 something odd days until spring but i can already feel it in the air (or taste the crawfish/abita strawberry-YAY!). anyhow ill stop trying to make you non-southerns jealous!!
so it’s time to start packing up those winter coats and pulling out the warm gear-buuuut before you go wearing last year’s fads i thought i would try and introduce some new pieces to your spring wardrobe. orange was all the rave on the runways for spring 2011 and it is waiting to be added to your ensemble this spring. i searched high and low website to website and found some AHHHMAZZINNG pieces in all different shades from fiery to tangy tangerine. Orranggen't (orange + aren't) you excited :)

urbanoutiffters-$38

(change things up and add orange to a neutral nautical look instead of red)

ann taylor loft-$98

(for those april shower days)

topshop-$36

(add some torn up denim shorts/cowboys boots and saddle up)

urbanoutfitters-$10

(i just thought everyone needed a little buddha in their life)

NEUTRAL ZONE!

annnnnd the color for S/S 10 is (drum roll please).... TAN!! who cant pull off that color- right? i love love love that 90's nude is back and whats even greater is- if you purchase it in the right pieces (fyi-a great trench or an amazing pair of trousers) it will become a classic staple in your wardrobe every season.

Chloe S/S 2010

3.1 Phillip Lim S/S 2010

oh and if you are like me with just some change in those deep pockets and cant afford Chloe or Phillip to be your friend- don't worry i have found some chic nude pieces from Urban Outfitters’ all under $100 dollars! SOOO whether you chose peachy blush or crème carmel just make sure you pick the right shade to compliment your skin tone (paler skins stick with rich cinnamon colors -while buttery colors will suit darker skin tones)

1. Trousers, Lark and Wolff, $58

2. Shorts, Ecote, $48

3. Jacket, Urban Renewal, $78