Orange lips backstage at Marc Jacobs
the orange lip is not for the timid. this look definitely stands out and makes a bold statement. there are tons of shades to choose from. whether you’re going for a true orange, more of a reddish base, or wanna get completely crazy and go for a more neon hue, just play around and have fun with it!
mixing neutrals can be just as much fun as incorporating a burst of color into your ensemble. think more than just black and white though. shades of taupe, oatmeal, brown, navy and khaki all work well together and are far from vanilla!
Chopping all of your hair off takes guts as for a lot of women, their hair can become sort of like a security blanket. While I admit I’m not quite ready to take the plunge myself, I’m feeling inspired by these pixie haired beauties.
I have fond memories of one very special blue sweater dress that I wore the hell out of somewhere between the ages of 8 and 10. It was given to me by my great Aunt and I absolutely loved that thing. Well eventually sweater dresses went out of style and that dress probably went off to Goodwill. Just like everything else though, they’ve come full circle and I’m itchin’ to get my hands on one. Maybe even a blue one in honor of Aunt Betty…..
J Crew Gilded Tweed Jacket
Throw one of these on and add an instant shot of glamour and polish to your look. How very Jackie O of you!
Real deal or fake, they seem to come back around every year and for good reason — they’re hot!
So I realize that this look may not appeal to some but i absolutely LOVE IT!
Added bonus – it’ll save you a few trips to the salon!
J Brand Houlihan Cargo in Vintage Olive
Skinny cargos are all the rage right now and they’re a great way to tap into that utilitarian vibe without looking like you’re ready for battle. These ain’t your mamas cargos ladies! The look still embodies that relaxed, reversed silhouette but it’s been updated with an even more edged out vibe.
Jeggings are the hybrid child of jeans and leggings. These two classic forms of comfort have collided into one of-the-moment fashion piece!
William Rast Sienna Jegging in Monet
Think boots minus the shaft, usually ending at or near the ankle and having a great stacked heel.
You can rock shooties with just about anything. I like to pair mine with boyfriend jeans or a yummy pair of skinnies.
Tis’ the season to go shopping!! One of my favorite pass times whether it be for myself or those closest to me.
As much as I love to shop though, you won’t find me anywhere near a mall come December. I prefer to skip the lines, the fighting over parking spaces and the freezing weather, grab my laptop and my cozy slippers, kick back on the couch and get down to business! Trust me, it makes the whole experience that much more enjoyable when there is no strange woman elbowing you passive agressively to get to the front of the line…
So for all the fashionistas on your list, I give you my holiday fashion gift guide for 2009 courtesy of Singer22.com!
I’m a Kain label addict and your lucky recipient will surely become one too once she feels how silky soft these tops are (probably helps that they’re made with 10% silk!) The newest addition to the line has some beautifully rich colors such as this one that would look great paired with a cropped blazer and jeans.
Punch up any outfit and add in some serious wow factor with a bit of sequins. These tiny relective disks are embellishing everything these days from barrettes (I’m wearing some today!) to jeans and handbags to shoes.
Ah the 90′s ….
Many a day was spent in my room, fueling my teenage angst by listening to bands like Nirvana, Nine Inch Nails or Rage Against the Machine and pouring over the latest issue of Sassy magazine (R.I.P.)
My fashion choices mainly consisted of gross amounts of plaid, big pants, (the bigger the better) overalls, and the occasional baby doll dress – always worn with my Doc Martens. Mary Janes were also a staple in my wardrobe as were my baby doll shoes (often referred to as China doll shoes).
Many call the 90′s the decade of Unfashion. This is true in many respects since this is when grunge first came onto the scene. The look was inspired by Seattle rock bands that weren’t trying to be fashionable so much as functional (it gets damn cold up there!). Following the release of Cameron Crowe’s film “Singles” in 1992, the grunge look exploded and soon found it’s way into the homes of many a teenager – myself included. Grunge was unkempt with lots of layers and quite androgynous. I distinctly remember my mother telling me I looked like an old man. This is because all of the clothes I owned were about 10 sizes too big and at some point, I’m quite certain, were in fact owned by said old man.
