All posts tagged: forever21

How to Stretch Your Dollar: Three $50 Outfits

If given $50 to spend shopping, I am the kind of girl who is going to buy as many items with that fifty bucks as possible. It’s almost like a game to me… how far can I stretch a dollar? I can spend hours flipping through the sale racks and scanning the store for any type of clearance. Often times, I end up with a whole new outfit! Below are three complete looks I’ve assembled with a theoretical $50! What would you buy? 1.  2.  3. 

5 Must Have Pieces for Your 2014 Wardrobe

It’s the year 2014!! I cannot believe how fast 2013 went by. A lot happened this past year; I met some new friends, helped my teammates go to nationals in track (they won their event!), walked in my first real fashion show, had my besties come visit me from Illinois, babysat my next door neighbor for the entire summer, began my senior year of high school, turned 18, continued getting modeling opportunities, was featured in Instyle magazine, got baptized, celebrated, cried, laughed, reevaluated… Ha, it has definitely been an interesting and very blessed year. I think a lot of times a new year is like a blank page. A new chapter in your book of life. You can either choose to keep living it the way you always have, or make small changes to improve. This can mean changing what you eat, how much you exercise and of course what you wear! Based on what I’ve seen on the S/S ’14 runways, 2014 is looking mighty fine in terms of what the new trends are. …

Winter Jewels

Jacket/Boohoo   Sweater/H&M   Dress/Forever21    Tights/Curate Boutique     Boots/Nordstrom   Belt/Forever21 There’s something really refreshing about wearing jewel tones in the colder months; I am not quite sure what it is. As I was getting dresses this morning, I started with the tights and picked out the dress (that I transformed into a skirt) next. I loved how the rich purple sweater paired with the coral. I tried something new and funky with my hair… To get this look, simply cornrow sections of your hair about halfway down your scalp and leave the rest of each section braid free. Next, gather the leftover hair into a side ponytail! Easy, right?  

Sweater Weather: All $30 and Under!

There is nothing better than bundling up in a chic sweater with so much style that it looks like you paid a million bucks for it. But never fear because we all know “You don’t have to spend a Million Bucks to look like a Million Bucks” Below are my top picks for sweaters all under 30 dollars! 1. This  burgundy sweater with gold zipper detail is having a major moment!   The color is on trend and the zipper in the back adds a little something unexpected. What’s even more surprising about this sweater is that its only $22.80 at Forever 21! 2.    I love stripes, especially when teamed with leather. This sweater can be worn with jeans, or dressed up and worn with a slim black pant (not leggings, remember leggings are not pants), or tucked into a super cute skirt and worn with booties to your next holiday party.  However you decide to wear it, this sweater has great versatility and the best part…..its  ONLY $29.95! 3 .   Whats not to love  …

Ring Leader

In my opinion, an outfit is not complete without a ring. Or three, or five… Last season the idea of an “arm party” was all over the place. This season, it’s the “finger party!” The more jewels you slide on your hands the better. Below, I show you how I wear some of my favorite rings. 1. Stone Age 2.I See Green 3. Goldie  4. Out of This World  5. Midi 6. Silver, Sliver 7. Monogrammed  Where to Shop: Topshop ‘Fine V’ Midi Rings (Set of 3) $7.49 FOREVER 21 Twisted Geo Open Ring $4.80 Nasty Gal High Gear Ring $8.40

Fall Outerwear Trends 2013 + Giveaway!

Transitioning your summer wardrobe to fall is simple when you have the right outerwear. The key is balance. You don’t want to overheat, but you also don’t want goose bumps because of the chilly air. Keep reading to see how my friend Angwi and I style our favorite jackets of the season! Pair a tomboy-esque varsity jacket with a feminine dress for a play on style. This particular jacket from Boohoo is extremely soft on the inside. It literally feels like I’m wrapped in a blanket every time I wear it– perfect for windy days! And guess what?? One of you lucky readers will have the chance to win your very own! The details will be at the end of this post. I love the idea of an oversized printed parka over a chunky sweater. It’s effortless, yet stylish. This piece is super versatile. Try belting it, zipping it halfway, or tying it around your waist. Instead of the traditional leather motto jacket, why not go for something a little more ladylike? This boucle jacket–with …

Butterflies

  Jacket | Boohoo   Dress | Sugar Lips    Sneaks | Keds   Jewelry | Forever21 In my opinion, this dress alone is too frilly. The butterfly sleeves are exaggerated, and the hem is also flouncy. Too girly. So, I threw on this butterfly printed anorak (which is super lightweight, and feels like a chambray button down) to one: cover up the frills and flounce, and two: give the outfit a more boyish, casual feel. I wanted to keep the vibe of effortlessness, and decided on a pair of Keds. Lately, 90% of the time I’ve been wearing silver… but I decided to switch things up a bit and wear gold instead. I love that it seems more delicate, and feminine, contrasting well with the laid back aspect of the outfit. I’m just now realizing this description probably sounds over analyzed. Ha. Honestly, I over think things wayyyy too much, but I can promise you these are the thoughts that go into my head each morning when I get dressed. Judge me.

Denim Lookbook Fall 2013

Fall is the time of year to start adding more denim to your wardrobe. Every year for back-to-school shopping, new jeans make it to the top of my list! Denim doesn’t stop at just jeans though, denim is everywhere– shirts, shorts, skirts, dresses, etc.! My friends Ashley, Linee and I are going to be showing you how we style our denim this season. Take a look at the different outfits, and let me know which is your favorite look! Keep Reading, Or Watch The Video Instead! Look One: The Shorts, the Jacket, and the Dress Look Two:  Incorporate A Print Look Three:  Show Off Your Brights!