Wednesday 31 May 2017

DIY ANKLE FRINGE

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I bought these Jessica Simpson nude patent heels quite a while ago and would have returned them if there weren’t $50. I figure for $50 I’ll wear them at some point, even if under long pants because I don’t really love how they make my legs look.

I probably wouldn’t buy a pair of ankle fringe shoes but since the idea is so simple, I though, why not? You can make the fringe cuffs smaller …to hit at your actual ankle but I find that sometimes cuts off my leg. The lower swag under the ankle bone elongates the leg a bit and the fringe actually changed the way my legs appear in the shoes and now I’m happy with them.
The one problem I foresee is when I walk, the fringe sometimes gets caught under my heel. Otherwise …LOVE.
*sorry to confuse …should have mentioned. Fringe is beige/ivory …shoes are nude patent with light gold heel.

Monday 29 May 2017

4 Fresh Ways To Wear A T-Shirt According To These Celebrities

The T-shirt is the one closet staple we return to time and time again.But as much as we want to wear them all day, everyday, it’s challenging to come up with fresh new ways to wear them. Yes, it’s an off-duty weekend essential, but it can also be worn in more stylish ways than you can imagine. So look past the usual tee and jean combo, and let fashionable celebs inspire you to update your basic look this summer.
While Kim Jones and Anne Curtis-Smith dressed up their plain t-shirts with tailored trousers, Heart Evangelista styled her graphic tee with a printed midi skirt and sneakers, and Sarah Lahbati rocked a biker look. Take a look below:

Kim Jones

Kim Jones White Tee
Photo via @kimcamjones
If you’re looking to wear your t-shirt to a more formal event, look for bottoms with luxe fabrics to give it that rich feel. Add chic pumps to complete the look.

Anne Curtis-Smith

Anne Curtis White Tee
Photo via @annecurtissmith
Pairing your tee with high-waisted jeans is a fail-proof look you can wear almost everywhere. To make the look more stylish, accessorize with a pop of color.

Heart Evangelista

Heart Evangelista T-Shirt
Photo via @stylebylovemarie_e
Print on print can work with T-shirts too. Maintain the balance of sporty and feminine with white sneakers and a red lip.

Sarah Lahbati

Sarah Lahbati T-Shirt
Photo via @sarahlahbati
Who would’ve thought this belted look would so rebelliously chic?

Thursday 25 May 2017

7 Date Night-Ready Outfits From Gigi Hadid, Selena Gomez, and More

If you’re going on a first date or planning a night-out with your long-time S.O., finding the perfect outfit must be one of your main concerns. The ideal date-night outfit primarily depends on where you’re going: is he’s taking you to a fancy dinner or are you casually squeezing a movie date in the middle week? Whatever it is, there’s always a bit of fun in sprucing up for your man. And for some inspiration, we’re turning to the most stylish celebs to give us that needed boost in the style department.
From the trendy Gigi Hadid to the ever-classy Olivia Palermo, check out how these stars are dressing up for a night with their beau:

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Chrissy Teigen

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Olivia Palermo

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Beyonce

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Taylor Hill

Taylor Hill

Friday 19 May 2017

5 Day-to-Night Outfit Ideas You Should Try This Friday

When you’ve been hustling all day trying to meet work deadlines and what-not, a well-deserved night out is naturally in order. Unfortunately, we often do not have the time to head home and change outfits, so pulling off a day-to-night ensemble is our best bet.
Working the daily 9-to-5 schedule does not mean you’ll have to sacrifice your style for the after-hour affairs, so we’re here to provide you with the right outfit suggestions. Whether you’re simply going for a little get-together over dinner with friends or heading out for a late-night sangria sesh, here are 5 outfit ideas that will take you from work to play:
Striped top + wrap skirt
photo via @thriftsandthreads
photo via @thriftsandthreads
Tailored vest + sleeveless top + denim jeans
photo via @harperandharley
photo via @harperandharley
Statement top + culottes + ankle strap heels
photo via @fashion_jackson
photo via @fashion_jackson
Slip dress + blazer
photo via @songofstyle
photo via @songofstyle
Sleeveless top + Bold accessory + Printed pants
photo via @natalie_keinan
photo via @natalie_keinan

Thursday 18 May 2017

Kendall Jenner and Bella Hadid Love Repeating This Monochromatic Outfit

Whenever It-girls like Kendall Jenner and Bella Hadid are spotted off-duty, it’s inevitable for them to deliver covetable on-trend looks without even trying. They’re both pros at the athleisure trend, and over the past couple of months, Kendall and Bella have been sporting this look with a monochromatic touch choosing a fiery red hue to serve us with an impactful style statement.
And because our radar is always switched on, we know that these two trendsetters have already worn the look twice. This only means it’s totally worth a try! See for yourselves below:

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Kendall Jenner on her way to the OFF-WHITE fashion show in Paris

Wednesday 17 May 2017

DIY BEADED LACE BRACELET CUFFS

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I actually really love this. I love it because it’s not only ridiculously easy to make, but it’s pretty, versatile, and you can wear it alone as a bracelet, as shown here, or poking out from sleeves of a sweater {if you make two}, or even layered over the cuffs of a silk blouse. I was hoping to get those photos included here as well, but my husband photographer is in LA today and I don’t have extra hands. But maybe I’ll wear them soon with an outfit so I can show you just how fun of an accessory they can be!

What You’ll Need…

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Steps…

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Place your applique around your wrist to determine how you want it to rest. I liked mine a bit jagged or asymmetrical, overlapping onto my hand a bit. This will also look pretty peeking out of a sweater.
Mark your determined size/fit with pins.
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Pin your frog closure in place, check to make sure it fits correctly on your wrist.
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Now simply hand-stitch it into place, hiding your thread as you sew.

And… Voila!

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Friday 12 May 2017

IY RUFFLE SHOES: REMOVABLE RUFFLES FOR YOUR SANDALS, FLATS OR HEELS

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What you’ll need …
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…try on shoe strap, stitch on velcro on back …as seen here
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Attach/velcro your ruffles securely onto toe & ankle straps
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Voila!
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….apologies for the hideous toes …lol.
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Wear them on your flat sandals too!
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…the best part is that they don’t have to be perfect to be perfect!
Make them as big or small as you like …in any color!
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Wednesday 3 May 2017

DIY BLACK FLOWER RIBBONS FOR YOUR BOOTS

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A few months ago, I think it was early Summer actually, I was flipping through a magazine and spotted heeled boots with black flowers all over them and fell in love. I initially wanted to DIY them to wear with my heeled boots but I actually like them better now with these shorty Caraby boots by Ugg. Though the brilliance of the ribbon is that I can wear them on any boots OR… in my hair, around my waist, or use them as curtain tie-backs or even around my Christmas tree.
Unfortunately I cannot remember the designer or find the magazine I spotted my inspiration boots in, but it took my 30 Days of DIY Challenge to finally motivate me to make them and I love them with my tartan maxi dress by Free People as seen here.

What You’ll Need…

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  • Small black flowers
  • Black grosgrain ribbon {in any size you like}
  • Needle/Thread/Scissors
  • Safety pins {or your choice of closure like velcro}
  • Optional: leather {I almost cut out flower shapes but didn’t}

Steps…

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Separate faux flowers from their stems.
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Decide how long you want your ribbons, and how many times you want them to wrap around. Your ribbons should lay loosely around the ankles of your boots without touching the ground. Cut the ends on a slant and singe with a lighter to prevent fraying.
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With the stem still long, thread a needle through the bottom of your flower, up/over/through the plastic center, and down the opposite side. Do this twice to secure the center, then carefully cut off the remainder of the plastic stem.
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Stitch your flowers onto your ribbon… I alternated between edge and center, then opposite edge for texture and variation.
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It will look something like this.
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And… Voila!

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Wrap them loosely around your boots and secure with black safety pins. You can also simply tie them in a knot or bow, use velcro or hook and eye closures instead of the safety pins. I opted for the pins for a little more of a deconstructed look. Note: unless you have straps or buckles to wrap them around, the ribbons will move around as you walk. They should look cute from every angle but you don’t want them slipping up your leg, thus the loose wrap.
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