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I've got the blues...

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Don't let the sometimes dreary fall get you in a slump. Mix up some electric blues with your blacks for a fun, super chic look perfect for nights.



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"You can't mix silver with gold!" --"Watch me!"



I'm loving this spin on the 80's inspired rope chain.
Perfect for the indecisive
gold or silver battles!
necklace: Princess Breeze Boutique



I'm not a fan of those unwritten fashion rules that force you to pick one over the other of anything. I'm the "I want to have my cake, eat it, and not gain any weight" kind of girl! So when I'm forced to choose between silver and gold accents---I don't. Don't be afraid of mixing those tones ladies. The fashion police doesn't exist. Be as dangerous as you want to be. Still afraid choose a piece that compliments different tones, so you don't have to choose. Moderation is the key to everything, so don't overload, unless you are going for that Gotti Princess look. Ciao Bellas! Muah...

Why every girl needs to meet Levi

535 Leggings
Is there any outfit these jeans don't work with?!
photo courtesy of Lev's

I should be the spokeperson for Levi's! If there is one jean that I would totally endorse, it'd be this one. Founded in 1853, they've had time to get it right at making you look good. It's hard for me stuff my size13 goods in "skinny girl" jeans. And why should I? Levi's never make me feel like I'm stuffing. They fit incredible to my shape. They are slimming, comfortable, and stylish. I'm a multi-sensory girl, if you know what I mean. Did I mention that I never spend over $50 with them? Go check out their Curvee id fit, you curvy chicks!

Beyonce goes MOD--so can YOU!

It's all in the eyes.
photo courtesy of MTV

Last evening Beyonce debuted her video for "Countdown". I'm loving the Audrey Hepburn's Funny Face look, the make-up, the chic bobs and bags, and all the other mod theatrical references. Again, when I heard "Countdown" after immediately ripping open the "4" album I did not come close to envisioning this video. I admire how she's not letting pregnancy slow her down. Why didn't we see a baby in the making with lyrics such as "I'm trying to make us three / From that two / He's still the one", before her big preggo debut at the MTV Video awards a few months ago. Are you thinking you can't possibly afford to copy and paste Beyonce's cutesy looks? Guess again. Most of the fashion was by American Apparel, an inexpensive, affordable, accessible brand and even Forever 21 to create a mod look.

Mod, which had its birth during the late 1950's and early 1960's in England, is quite simple style to achieve. All you have to make sure is you keep funky, geometrical shapes in those mini dresses, sex up those men shirts, and keep those jeans tailored with a vintage twist. Makeup is a big part of the mod style. Bat wings and long lashes and eyeliner creates a fun, flirty look. Don't forget those cardigans, knee high boots, loafers, and thick headbands.

Still having trouble with 'modding' it up? Check these movies out for a little inspiration:

Austin Powers Trilogies (1997-2002)

Funny Face (1957)

Catch Me if You Can (2002)

Why Do Fools Fall in Love (1998)





What the Fringe!

Alright, boho sisters! Fringe has came back around this Fall season. The great thing about fringe is that it can accessorize just about everything from pants, tops, boots, and bags. Selma Blair is rocking it in a casual look perfect for running errands around town.  This fringe bag is available at Scarlet in The Pleasant Ridge Shopping Center.

photo courtesy of Glam Check
http://www.glamcheck.com/

Scarlet
11525 Cantrell Road # 401
Little Rock, AR 72212-1714
visit their site: http://www.scarletclothing.com/

Is that Ri or M.Monroe?

Pure Glam.
Rihanna's British Vogue cover
Photo courtesy of British Vogue

I had to double take to really see if this was RiRi! She completely nailed this Marilyn Monroe-esque look for British Vogue's November Issue. She made the look all her own. Inside the issue Rihanna discusses the norms: relationships, career, and style in a "controversial and loud" interview with Christa D'Souza. Although she apparently took a cue from some old Hollywood glam,  I absolutely love that Rihanna has a style of her own. You never know what to expect. To me this was better than Lindsay Lohan's homage to the late starlet in New York magazine in 2008. I think it's because of her comparisons of herself to Monroe. She had much to say about how much she and Monroe have in common in the foreword of Susan Bernard's new book Marilyn: Intimate Exposures. "People in their mind have created who I am and act as if there is no real person inside of me. Just like Marilyn." She adds that she wants to be know for her talent rather than her troubled personal life just as Marilyn. with that being said, show us Lohan! 

Lindsay recreating Marily Monroe's last nude shoot
photo courtesy of The Daily Mail

Whose Marilyn Monroe recreation do you like more?

Kanye's "Dw"

photo courtesy of the Wall Street Journal, Associated Press

Over the weekend hip hop reigning champ,  Kanye West debuted his new women's clothing line "Dw" in Paris during Paris Fashion Week in a packed house which included celebs such as Lindsay Lohan, Ciara, and the Olsen twins. I knew he was in to fashion, but never knew he was that self-assured to try his hand at dressing women. The collection recieved mixed reviews. The Times called the clothing "confusing" and "poor fitting", whilst The Wall Street Journal liked the use of leather, but they did knock off points by directly saying that "A vast quantity of luxury materials can't blind people to a lack of creative marksmanship".  West must be a 'boob man' because there were lots of plunging necklines. Other than the overuse of leather,  weird buckles and an interesting pair of open-toed sweater shoes (the wildest oxymoron I've ever heard!), and even an odd looking furry backpack. You get the idea that most of the pieces aren't on the practical side, so the chances of you sporting these clothes around the office are pretty slim. I must say that I wasn't expecting this line, but even more so a modest, insecure Kanye saying, "I'm so scared, I'm so nervous" in regards to his showcase. Nonetheless, I can defintely see a female Kanye wear these pieces!

The clothes are do to hit the streets Spring/Summer 2012. Tell me your thoughts on the line, named Dw after his late mother Donda West who passed in 2007. Honest knee jerk reactions only! :)

White Lights

Express:

photo courtesy of Express

Faux Fur Zip-Front Jacket $138.00

Lace-Banded-Bottom Blouse $49.90

Zelda Jean Legging $69.90

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NO WHITE AFTER LABOR DAY. I don't know who had the idea that we must treat white as the sloppy drunk guy that we had fun in the club, but when we got home ditched his digits in the trash and forgot about him until the next rendezvous at the club. Keeping white in your wardrobe can only benefit you. It is something uber-chic about mixing whites with other neutrals in those Fall and Winter months. The trick is not to completely white wash your looks. Add some texture and fun, such as adding bold prints and  faux fur like Express so brilliantly paired together. Take advantage that the cold seasons give you a chance to rock all your clothing. All your have to do is brainstorming when it comes to layering your pieces.

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