Beige and Floral

Autumn is right around the corner, which to most people means Autumn colors. I hate fashion rules with a passion. I don't like to think that I have to wear brown and musty greens all season, I look horrible in those colors usually. I like wearing fun color combinations and patterns, it makes the threat of the cold seem brighter to me. I am sort of crazy wearing what I do seasonaly though. This whole summer I have been wearing a big letterman sweater even in the hottest of days. I am rather ridiculous with my fashion choices.

I love florals, I think that is obvious though. This fall I like the idea of beige and floral. Maybe a classic trench with a pale floral dress or a muted top with a pink flowery skirt and nude oxfords paired with pale blue knee highs? It is such a spring look but I think things should be confusing. If you want you could even throw in some more autumny colors. I have a cute orange scarf knitted by yarnovermovement that would look nice with either outfit.

urban outfitters; saks

fred flare; american apparel

urban outfitters; saks

fred flare; revolve clothing

Sandals + Tights

Something I am really into right now is sandals paired with tights. I love the contrast. It seems rather off putting perhaps to the people in Cincinnati but I don't care. I am sure a lot of what I wear isn't Cincinnati approved. Anyway like everything this look was first seen on Kate Moss, really though if you look back far enough you will see Jem rocked this look in the 80's. I think fashion rules are dumb and I like making a point of breaking them.

here is my take...

50's Inspired

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Deal: $20 Low Top Converse Light

I have been eyeing the new Converse Lights for a while, they are similar to the classic All Stars but have a thinner more girlish shape. I have had the same old high top Converse since I was a teen and sometimes I think they are a little too clunky, especially when worn with skinny jeans. For a long time I have wanted a converse like shoe that is more lady like.

I found what I was looking for about four years ago when Urban Outfitters came out with the shoe on the right. I was a teenager at the time and the thought of spending $40 of my hard earned money I made from Bath and Body Works was appalling. As it turned out I never got these cute shoes, although I now wish I wouldn't have been so stingy with my money.

Ever since then these shoes have never left my mind and I am have to say the new Converse Lights seem to live up to this long standing dream, they even have a super cute skimmer version that is rather similar to the Urban Outfitters pair. I have to say I wanted the high top version at first, but after looking all over the internet for an affordable pair, I found the low top version on sale at Sears.com for only $20. They are only available in size 8 and 11 though so if you want a pair you may be out of luck. They do have different colors for only $29.99 at Delias.com in a wider variety of sizes, although they do not carry the classic black and white. Even though it is still hard for me to justify spending $40 on canvas shoes I may just have to get the skimmer awell.

Spring Style

a few of my favorite things

  

  

  

Beauty and Hair Recommendations

$36 at Victoria's Secret 

This is in my Twin Peaks post but I also wanted to strongly 

recommend it to everyone. This is a great primer, it does 

everything it is suppose to do, and really does help makeup 

go on easier and stay put longer. Proof to me is the fact that 

I took a nap earlier and woke up with my makeup still 

looking perfect.

$23 at Nordstrom

This finishing creme works very well, it helps dull ends look 

defined and makes my bangs look glossy. It adds great texture, 

I like to use it for touch ups in between washes.

$29.50 at Bath and Body Works

I have noticed a few fine lines under my eyes so I thought 

I needed to start using an eye cream. I have used it for two 

weeks and have already noticed a difference. I am not sure 

if it would work for deeper lines but it does seem to work 

for fine lines.

Twin Peaks Style

Leather Jacket: Alloy, $55.60 Bow Top: Fred Flare, $40.00 Floral Dress: Delias, $29.99 Backpack: Fred Flare, $54.00 Primer: Victoria's Secret, $36.00 Clutch: eBags.com, $90.00 Nars Lipstick in Manhunt: Drugstore.com, $24.00 Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me: Barnes and Noble $17.99 Pink Sweater: Fred Flare, $29.99 Jean Jacket: Old Navy,$29.50 Microcassette Recorder: Staples.com, $34.99

Loving Lately

on Kaboodle

Here are some of my favorite things I have found online lately. I love this color scheme. 

Loving Lately: Kaboodle

I just want to take a second to talk about Kaboodle. Are you a member yet? I joined Kaboodle in the spring because they had a dress contest. I do a lot of online shopping so I really got into the site. At first it seemed a little confusing but once I understood the layout it was a lot fun.  If you find something you like on any website you can add it to your Kaboodle right away by putting their buttons on your toolbar. What is also nice is that you can organize your finds with lists. It has been great for me because having all my finds in one place gives me more time to think a purchase over and not forget about it.

Loving Lately: My Top April Picks

on flickr

Loving Lately

Here are some things I like lately...

Chanel

  

Marc Jacobs

  

other things I am loving...

  

Also check out this awesome custom hat I ordered from Humble Bumble B...

Humble Bumble B's hats are amazing, you should check her out!