Florals, Stripes and all things Alike

Is it just me, or are some of the Spring Fashion "Must haves" so cute and versatile? I'm in a love affair with floral prints and stripes. Both of them can be found in every store out there. Floral prints are so sweet and feminine that I can't get my hands on enough of them. And stripes.... I have always been a fan of them. I have many shirts, cardigans and dresses that are fully striped. Some of them are my "Go To" clothes when I'm in a fashion pinch.

 How lovely are some of these ensembles

My version for now...

And for Stripes

Here is one of my "Go To" skirts

Go out and find yourself some stripes & florals. I'm sure they will give you a lovely spring pick me up. :) 

Happy Friday Everyone!

-C-

all image found on google

Flash Back Friday

I love posting about trends that have made a strong come back and hope that some of you are able to jump on the trend in one way or another. I have been noticing myself browsing through accessories lately and adding fun headbands or feathers in my hair. When deciding on pictures of this "Headband" trend I laugh to myself and think of my sister Hollie and how we use to call her "Headband Hollie". Growing up any time that she got out of getting her hair done by our mom, she would get her bangs soaking wet with water and slick on a headband. She would wear it super close to her forehead and was ready to go. Those who know Hollie, love her to death like I do. So "Headband Hollie" this post is for you! 

How about Headbands in the 50's with the Beehive

  Or the 60's

1970's (this look is BACK!)

Trend Now... 2011

Emilio Pucci Spring 2011 Collection. I love the Color Inspiration!

Now, What do you think of this look? Nicole Richie in House of Harlow.

Good or Bad look?

Happy "Flash Back Friday"

Have a great weekend everyone

-C-

Images all found at googleimgaes

Love'n Me Some Braids

Spring is finally here and I couldn't be filled with more joy! I can now take out my spring dresses that I have seemed to be collecting over this past 2 months and enjoy some time spent outside. I seem to find myself staring at pictures of women in braids for weeks now, wondering in my head how it is that I would be able to pull them off, with looking age appropriate. I love the look of the effortless braid, with a simple spring dress. Here are some of the pictures that I have been admiring and hope they can give you some inspiration to try out a braid this week.

(I wanna try this one out like Sienna... So pretty)

 

Happy Trendy Tuesday Everyone!

-C-

Images from google.com

Is it just me, or is this weather messing up your mood? One day its sunny and warming up & the next its snowing outside? Let me tell you, it is not fun for those who are not experiencing it. I have been able to make it some days with not needing a long coat, but its still a bit too cold for t-shirt and jeans. So I find myself going to my collection of scarfs and wearing them time and time again. It's such an easy way to make a very simple outfit pull all together. Try it out and leave your big winter coats in the closet! 

-C-

Happy Valentine's Day!

 I hope all of you have had a wonderful Valentine's Day! As I know that mine has been the greatest yet to come :) I like to dress up a bit more feminine than usual for Valentine's Day. I put together colors that I normally wouldn't wear together and stain my lips with lovely shades of red. Here is a style idea for you to try out sometime this February, it doesn't need to be the day of love to try out some new fun trends...

Mix some Pink and Red together

And 

try out all those fun lip colors... Promise they look great

(and a little FYI, your teeth will look three shades whiter)

-C-

 Image from productappeal.com 

Flash Back Friday!

Happy Friday everyone! I hope each of you have some great plans for this much needed weekend. Here is a post that I hope can bring some laughs to each of you, or even make you walk down a little bit of memory lane. 

Its FLASH BACK FRIDAY! There are so many trends out there that are throwbacks from the 80's... here is one that is currently happening

Leather Jackets in the 80's...

And they are back more than ever in 2011...

Happy Flash Back Friday!

-C-

Images found at google.com/images

Hats honestly are such a great style staple. Anyone, yes I mean ANYONE can pull off a hat. Have it be the classic baseball cap, fedora, beanie or the ever so chic floppy hat. I really have 3 different floppy hats in my closet right now... I never know when I will ever need all 3 of them, but every girl needs a little variety in choice. I love the look of the felt floppy hat for this time of year. Its a bit winter style, but can easily be made warm and be adapted to you lucky ones in the sunshine. 

Here is the beautiful Vanessa Hudgens in the style:

 Or look how cute Hillary Duff and Kourtney Kardashian look in the Trend:

So here is my take on the trend, keeping the outfit simple, jewelry minimal and the makeup a bit natural...

Take a little bit of summer style and incorporate it into your winter wardrobe. 

-C-

Images: V.H. thevanessahudgens.com, H.D. salonspotter.com, K.K. shockboutique.com

Winter got you cold...

 Are you so tired of winter? Having to bundle up layer upon layer to go outside... and day dream about warm beaches? Are you like me and half way through each season, you can't wait to wear the next seasons clothes? I do it to myself each season so I have decided to make the best of these next few months and wear my winter clothes out!!! 

I have always been a fan of fur. It looks so retro, yet put together in my eyes. Rachel Zoe is one of my fav's that wears fur so well 

Or how about Olivia Palermo

I decided that I would take my own twist to it and wear my fur vest the way I could here in the snow...

Add a little bit of jewelry... not too much

So get out of your rut and pick something from you closet you haven't worn all season long!

Enjoy the winter snow, warm drinks and cuddling up inside while you can... 

-C-

Photos of Rachel and Olivia from www.google.com/images 

Ok, How cute are these nails! I owe this entire look to my friend Cait! I think that just adding a bit of color to your nails, can change your whole look. I LOVE to have my nails painted. Its just like adding jewelry. Here is a cute February manicure idea:

All you need is 3 different nail colors.My favorite brand is OPI their paint lasts much longer than any other I have ever tried. What is so great about this idea, you can make it your own by mixing up the colors. Try it out and let me know what you think!

-C-