Month: August 2014

Fall Denim Guide 2014

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With fall right around the corner, what better way to welcome in the new season with a classic? There are so many ways to wear everyone’s favorite material– denim, especially in the cooler months. Below, contributing writer Katrina and I will show you how we style several denim pieces. The Internship Wear denim to your new internship on casual Fridays (always check first to make sure your internship does a casual Friday). Jazz up your dress with a jean jacket!   Dress\\ Old Navy   Jean Jacket\\Express  Shoes\\Aldo  Necklace\\Charming Charlie To Class  Just because the weather feels warm outside, doesn’t mean it’s not cool on the inside. By tying a denim shirt around your waist you can stay comfortable no matter the temp and still look put together.   Dress\\ Asos  Denim Shirt\\Nordstrom Rack  Sunglasses\\Vintage Marketplace  Jewelry\\Forever21  Movie Night After a long day of studying, you may want to take a break and check out a new movie. Why not be chic in ripped denim while doing it? Shirt\\H$M   Jeans\\Target  Clutch\\Louis Vuitton  Shoes\\Aldo  Necklace\\Charming Charlie  Bracelets\\Banana …

The More Pillows the Better

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So, I finally moved into my apartment on campus! I’m officially a college student now and it feels pretty amazing. I have two roommates in a two bedroom apartment. Guess who got the room to herself?! I was praying things would turn out that way. The first thing I got situated when unpacking my stuff was my bed. I brought a gazillion pillows, but I love how comfy it makes my bed look and feel.     I bought the giraffe pillow and bedding from Steinmart, the big white one in the back and the geometric one I brought from home. The artsy coffee and books pillow is from RedBubble, a website that sells handmade artwork onto not only t-shirts and phone cases, but now pillows, duvet covers, and wall art too! Perfect for decorating a dorm room or campus apartment. 

How to Look Chic in Athletic Clothes

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Athletic clothes and chic fashion may seem to be at opposite ends of the style spectrum, but more and more designers are embracing the comfort and flexibility of athletic clothing. As the collections displayed at a number of recent runway events show, having a passion for fashion no longer means that you have to be uncomfortable. With so many stylish and functional options available, you can easily find athletic clothes suitable for home, work, and everywhere in between.   Types of athletic clothing Athletic clothing comes in a wide variety of styles and materials, and the design of the pieces depends in large part on what sport or activity the clothing was originally intended for. This includes clothing for team sports, individual sports, and personal fitness. When it comes to fashionable athletic wear, the designs most commonly seen are in the personal fitness area. Since the late 1990s wearing workout clothing pieces such as leggings, yoga pants, sports bras, t-shirts, and sneakers has been cool and stylish. Many designs are made from breathable fabrics that …

Dorm Room DIY \\ Using Washi Tape

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Washi tape [wa meaning “Japanese” and shi meaning “paper”] has been all the rage lately as it can be used for scrapbooking, decorating, and pretty much any craft idea you can think of! Haven’t heard of it? According to SheKnows.com… Washi tape is typically made from natural fibers, such as bamboo or hemp, but most commonly from the bark of trees that are native to Japan — the mulberry, the mitsumata shrub or the gampi tree. Most washi tapes are strong (as strong as duct tape in some cases!) and functional as well as pretty, making them wonderful for both everyday and decorative use. I recently purchased a bag of this amazing stuff on Etsy (the seller I went through lets you select 8 of your own colors and patterns for a low price!) so I would be ready to DIY my apartment once I move in (August 21!!!). I’ve used the book Totally Washi! by Ashley Ann Laz, to get my creative juices flowing and have already tried a few of her ideas. Below are …

5 Simple Back To School Hairstyles

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Heading off to college soon or getting ready to go back to school? Sure you’ve got the basics covered… you know what to bring, and now you even know what overlooked items to bring,but once you’re on campus and mom and dad have driven off into the proverbial sunset, you my friend are on your own. When you’re running all over campus trying to make it to your next class you want to make sure everything from your outfit to your hair is cute. Often times in college it’s so easy to fall into the ponytail slump and just brush your hair back and go. But if you try these awesome and easy hairstyles, I promise you will be turning heads everywhere you go. 1. The Top Knot– I recently read an article that said the top knot is going out of style. I say don’t believe the hype. The top knot will literally save your life in college. It’s such a versatile hair style. Not only is it casual enough for Lit 101, but it’s …

Ace & Jig \\ Adam Lippes \\ Andrew Gn Fall ’14 RTW

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It’s almost time for back to school, but before you start shopping you’ll need to do your research. Style.com is an excellent source for the complete runway shows of every major designer. The site is an encyclopedia of what’s on trend for the season. With several hundred designers to weed through, it can get overwhelming, so I’ll be posting my personal favorite collections for you! Draw inspiration from what you like below and scour thrift stores, consignment shops and low-end fast fashion stops for a similar look that will be sure to earn you an A+   Ace & Jig  Fall is all about layering as you start to transition into cooler weather. It’s time to bring out the scarves and cardigans! Mixing prints is still going strong as a trend. I especially love how this particular brand mixes horizontal and vertical stripes in one look. The key is to stick to a color theme. Wide brim felt hats can be the perfect way to add a finishing touch to an outfit. Plus, they’re great for a …

Find Your Perfect Bag For Back-to-School

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There are a few things most of us look for in a school bag. It needs to be spacious enough to hold essentials such as books, folders, binders, and possibly a laptop It needs to be aesthetically pleasing It needs to fit in our budget While some of us prefer the more traditional backpack like this one from Jansport, others of us are hoping to find something with more stylistic elements, and even yet… some don’t want a backpack at all, but would rather carry a messenger or tote style bag. What’s your school bag style? Below are several options (keeping in mind the bulleted list above) to help you figure out just that. The Budget: $25-$50  The Budget: $50-$75 The Budget: $75-$100 I’d love to know which bag is your favorite! I think mine is a tie between this olive colored Oliva and Joy bag, the crazyleatherbag from Etsy and the AdamShops bag from Etsy. Coming up in our Back to School series —-> Dorm Room DIY 

Overlooked Items You’ll Want to Bring to College

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  In just a few short weeks college kids will be back in school! If you’ll be starting your freshman year this fall (like me!), not to worry…. this series is specifically for you. So far we’ve covered eyewear, Pantone’s fall color guide, and reviewed a few of the fall runway shows. There’s still a lot more exciting topics we’re covering, but today it’s all about what to bring to your new home– the dorms! Sure, you’ve thought to bring your extra long twin sheets and bedding and you’ve got your dorm decor ready, but what about a first aid kit? Trash bags? Ibuprofen? Gotcha there. Keep reading for even more overlooked items you don’t want to forget to bring to college! You can thank us later. Bathing Suit  I’m not sure about other colleges, but mine has a rec center with a lazy river, and the athlete swimming pools are also available for students. If your school doesn’t have a pool, bring your suit anyway! You never know when you’ll take a weekend getaway …