Bold treasures

So like I promised I have put some outfits together from my own wardrobe to show you how to wear bold colored denim and denim with a pattern. When Alicia and I were on our usual sale hunts around the mall we found that Gap was having an extra 40 percent off their sale items. I found a pair of leopard denim that I instantly fell in love with, and I haven't even told you the best part yet. They only cost me SIX DOLLARS!!!!!!! I didn't know how I felt about this trend, but these pants can be worn much like any pair of black or blue jeans, since the print is light and the texture is barely there. You just want to make sure that you don't wear a top with a similar pattern because you will end up looking like the lead singer of an 80's hair band. Keep the rest of the look simple, either wear a plain chunky sweater for winter or a bright colored basic to keep the style fresh and fun for spring.

 If you end up buying some colored denim after you  read this blog (which you should,) and you want to ease into the trend, the best way to do it is with a simple basic tee. You can let the pants do the talking and keep the rest simple. I added in some leopard wedges and some chunkier bracelet's to make the look a little more fun and my own.

If you wanted to dress them up a bit and are a little more daring you can add a bright colored top. I love emerald green and cobalt blue together. The shirt is silky, off the shoulder with an exposed zipper which can be very classic and edgy at the same time (don't mind how wrinkled the shirt is.) This color blocking is not a new trend but is making its way back around, don't be shy at experimenting with colors, a bright orange handbag would like amazing with the colors i have on above. I decided to keep the rest of my look simple here with just some black booties . This trend is so great because it gives us the opportunity to partner colors together that we probably never would have gotten the chance to use otherwise. Who's ready for spring :)

So here are my beloved 6 dollar jeans, I paired them with a navy blue chunky sweater, black pumps, and a chunky statement necklace

New West

There is a concept at work that I absolutely love called New West. It is made up of plaids, hometown florals, suede, brown leather, and soft floaty maxi's. It's a very soft, feminine take on the western style. This may be my new favorite style come springtime. Here are some inspirations...

I loved Nooma Rapace's character in the movie Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows. Playing a gypsy, her wardrobe was very western inspired. Consisting of solid maxi skirt, chunky leather belt and hat, she displays a more masculine side of this concept. 

Its easy to have this style without making your wallet hurt. Take for instance, this long, soft crocheted sweater. I found it at Goodwill for under $4.

Oversized, man's denim, button-up shirt at Goodwill. Also under $4. In fact, I think it was $2 :)

A little bit more pricier item. Tan suede jacket Goodwill $5. 

But this item I enjoy the most. Its daring but very simple at the same time. I found one at Forever 21 for $20. 

All you need is a few key pieces, mix it up with some plaid or florals and add a chunky scarf or bracelet and you are good to go. Don't be scared to try new things. Sometimes it might not be good, other times it could be your best outfit yet :) Just remember, you don't need to spend a fortune to have a wardrobe!

Colored Denim and Goodwill

    Alicia and I took our first shopping trip for the blog and went to.......wait for it......Goodwill. You have to have hours to kill if you want to look through every rack that they have, but if you take the time you can find some gems.

     Right now colored denim is a huge trend, and is one of my favorites. It can offer a playful edge to your everyday style, we found some great colors at Goodwill, and none of them were over five dollars unfortunately none of them were in our size :( I just bought a pair of cobalt blue from Target for the whopping price of 19.99 and I am in love, pictures to come.

     
      For now here are some examples how to wear the trend

 So Ive decided to jump on the blogging wagon, and share my passion for fashion ( rhyming lame I know right.) My goal of this blog is to show you that dressing trendy and fashionable doesn't have to wipe out your checking account, you can look through the pages of Vogue magazine and find similar pieces at Target, Tj maxx, Forever21, HM and so on.  My blogging partner Alicia and I will put outfits together from our own closet and some pieces that we get from shopping excursions ( I mean what would be the point of this if we weren't shopping) to show you how to wear the trends that are hot for the present and upcoming seasons, and also how to own your personal style.
     We are so excited about this blog and hope you all enjoy it because fashion is meant to be exciting, fun, and creative......ENJOY!!!!

"Only great minds can afford a simple style."

A Day in the Life, Part lll

 XXI Visual Merchandiser modeling for a day.


model: Alicia Szostak...me :)

A Day in the Life, Part ll

 XXI Visual Merchandisers modeling for a day.


 model: Diana Biryuk

A Day in the Life

 XXI Visual Merchandisers modeling for a day :)


 model: Ashley Nadeau Belanger