Tuesday, July 19, 2011

Back to School Must Haves

Ah! It's been four days...I'm sorry! I've been so busy, but I've got a topic for today...back to school '11! There's alot of now-trending items, so I've collected a list of uber-stylish items that are absolute must-haves!
Trend 1: The Skinny Flare
    Even though I swore off of flares in 5th grade, the skinny flare is growing on me! It's something about the way it "glamorizes" your legs..that is, makes them look slimmer and longer. The skinny part of top keeps the jeans in this decade. These jeans are not in my budget-ringing up at $172.00-but I'm sure many shops have lower priced but equally nice jeans!
Trend 2: Denim/Chambray Shirts
   So, I haven't seen denim/ chambrayshirts "in action" for awhile. However, I'm liking this trend very much. I personally prefer a lighter wash, but hey! It really doesn't matter.
Trend 3: Denim-On-Denim: Many big-named designers had denim-on-denim hit the runways this season, so everyone's liking it! To me, this trend is kinda scary. You have to get it just right-or your going to look like a joke! But, it looks really edgy and stylish-if you get it right!
I know your saying, "How does this relate to back to school?! You haven't said a WORD about wearing these trends to school!
Well, I've got a surprise for you! I made a polyvore collection showing these trends in their own outfits.
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So, I hope you enjoyed this post...I'll be blogging again tomorrow!
xoxo,
-Ali :D

Friday, July 15, 2011

Ways To Wear: Cute Tees

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So, today I felt a little lazy, but still wanted to do something interesting. So, I created four looks with four adorable tees.
On a side note, the shirt with "Write Love On Her Arms" on it is from a great charity also called "Write Love on Her Arms"..check 'em out! They're awesome and maybe we could all support them? maybe? :)
xoxo,
-Ali
Black v neck t shirt
$25 - zumiez.com

T shirt
$23 - hottopic.com

Hello kitty shirt
$25 - delias.com

Pink t shirt
$16 - zumiez.com

All Saints quilted leather jacket
$213 - allsaints.com

Pleasure doing business skirt
€189 - jades24.com

Current/Elliott skinny fit jeans
$170 - net-a-porter.com

Vigoss denim shorts
$28 - nordstrom.com

Criminal Damage hot shorts
£20 - chaoticclothing.co.uk

Purple shoes
$50 - topshop.com

Vans shoes
$40 - hottopic.com

Black heels
£4.99 - dressrail.com

Giuseppe Zanotti peep toe boots
$1,095 - giuseppezanottidesign.com

House of Harlow 1960 dangle earrings
$75 - shopthetrendboutique.com

MOIO beaded shawl
$46 - lespommettes.com

PASHMINA ART cashmere shawl
€40 - pret-a-beaute.com

Wednesday, July 13, 2011

Obsessions of a Fashionista: Headbands

Hey! So, today I went to Ulta and I bought two adorable headbands... and I realized how much I've been wearing headbands in the past week! Headbands are my rescues from bad hair days: I straighten my hair, tuck my bangs into the headband, and go! My favorite types of headbands are couture-ish.....bring on the sequined bows, bright flowers, and feathers! They can give a great touch to any outfit and are super cute. So, I made a Polyvore collection of a few gorgeous headbands..enjoy!
PS. Ulta, as of yesterday, has a 25% off hair accessories. I'm not sure how long this sale will last or if its in all Ulta's, so check it out! :)
 xoxo,
-Ali

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Miu Miu hair bow accessory
£195 - flannelsfashion.com

Hair bands accessory
£96 - black.co.uk

Eugenia Kim hair bands accessory
$95 - net-a-porter.com

Hair bands accessory
€45 - placedestendances.com

Linea Rose pillar with netting on band
£55 - houseoffraser.co.uk

Alexon
£18 - houseoffraser.co.uk

ASOS hair accessory
$10 - asos.com

ASOS hair accessory
$10 - asos.com

Tuesday, July 12, 2011

I've Been Bad....

Gaah! I feel soo awful. I haven't blogged in a riducoulously long time, but with all the distractions of summer, (hello, mall!) I've been so busy. But I'm recommiting myself to my blog. Because I LOVE blogging, I just need to make some time for it. So, starting tomorrow, there will be my typical, quality blogs up, everyday. That's a promise. :)
xoxo,
-Ali

Saturday, July 9, 2011

Stylish Steals:

Hey! Sorry I didn't blog yesterday...I was super busy! But today, I've done some major online shopping and found some great steals at some great stores. If you've found any good buys, be sure to comment and tell me about them! Well, let's get started!



The first "Stylish Steal" item is this super cute white eyelet dress from Delia's! This is the Nadine Eyelet Dress, and it's sale price is $29.99, with an original price of $44.50. It might be a little simple, but you can easily make it more interesting with a leather jacket or a cardi. Also, considering the price, it's quite the steal!

The next item I've selected is the Printed Smocked Tube Maxi, which is also from Delia's. It's original price was $49.50, and it's discount price is $29.99! To me, it's a awesome dress with an even awesomer price. You could even wear it into the school year with a leather motorcycle jacket or a black cardi!
 The next Stylish Steal I found is from Forever 21. This adorable shirt is called the "Striped Epaulet Top" and it's on sale for $9.99, with an original price of $14.80. I looove this top. It's extremely versitile, you could wear it out on errands or even out to a party. It's simple yet very statemental and I love it!
The next item I have picked out is also from Forever 21, and it's called the "Tribal Print Jersey Top". It's original price was $14.80, but it's on sale for $11.84. I love this top! It's a statement piece that would look fab on anyone. Also, it's one of those tops that you can wear in winter without looking stuck in summer..and vice versa!
Another item I picked was this set of 3 rings from H&M. They're soo cute, and can give any outfit that extra kick. Not to mention, they're only $5.95. They're not discounted, but hey, they're super cute!
The next item is also from H&M. These cute shorts are $17.95, and they're not on sale, but these shorts are super adorable! And I personally don't think that $17.95 is too bad for a pair of shorts seeing some of the prices today.

The next item I picked out is from Charlotte Russe. This cute skirt is on sale for $12.99, with an original price of $26.50. This skirt is super duper adorable and is so chic! And the price is awesome too!
This top is also from Charlotte Russe, and I LOVE it! With a sale price of $9.99 and an original price of $19.50, this stop is totally a stylish steal! I love the whole lace effect, it's edgy and sweet at the same time, and thats my favorite mix of styles.

     Well, that was my first "Stylish Steals" blog...I hope you enjoyed it! Love you guys!
xoxo,
-Ali :D

Thursday, July 7, 2011

From Drab to Fab: Sweatpants

So, lately I've been thinking about sweats. I got a adorable pair at Forever 21 a few days ago, and I'd like to wear them out without looking, well, drab. So, I've picked out a few tops that would take any pair of sweats from drab to fab!





My first top of choice is a bright colored v-neck tee or tank. A v-neck looks super cute with sweats, and
takes your sweats to a whole new level. You could also add a trendy necklace for a even more fab look.




Another one of the tops I picked is a bright plaid shirt. Plaid is a classic and adorable print that I love. It turns any pair of sweats into a great -and comfy- outfit. Also, I would suggest wearing a pair of Greecian-looking sandals with your outfit to complete it.




The last kind of top I've selected is a colorful tank. I think that, with sweats, its better to have a "hankerchief" cut ones to accentuate them. Try to pick one with the color of your sweats incorporated in them.
Also, I actually on the third one! It's a reallly nice top. :)
So, now that you know how to dress up your sweats, go! Put on those sweatpants in your closet and remember, it only takes a little imagination to take any item from drab to fab!
xoxo,
-Ali
On another note, a close friend of mine has a great fashion blog! If you haven't already checked hers out, heres the adress.
Thanks! :)