2016 Summer Trends

 Thrift stores are great places to shop for the latest trends. You can find unique pieces, possibly from the decade itself, not to mention inexpensive. Personally, I don't follow trends, I just go for what feels right, however this summer has some awesome throw backs that I don't think anyone, even myself, should miss.

Denim

Forever21

Denim is on my radar when shopping for the latest trends this summer. I love how easy it can be dressed up yet look so chic by itself. I can foresee jean on jean being a true gem this fall, get ready for it!

Off the Shoulder

Forever21

Off the should has made its way back into the fashion world and I'm definitely not mad about it. It can make for a cute boho look, along with being super sexy. I also like the fact that you can wear this with pretty much anything and be set for any occasion.

Fringe

 

Forever21 

I think fringe has been on the market now for awhile now but full force at this point. It adds interest to any outfit and can be very versatile. Don't forget that it can be worn for all seasons too! Fringe is for sure going to be a hit all year round.

DIY: 90's Demin

 Cut Out Shoulder Top

What You'll Need: 

Button Up

Scissors

 Use chalk or pin to locate shoulder area. Cut to your content.

Caution: Shoulder may get cold, add sweater**

Shortalls

What You'll Need:

Overalls

Scissors

Use Chalk or pin to find appropriate length. Cut at angle to create shortalls. 

Finally, decorate and distress to create finished look!

Scrunchie

What You'll Need:

Scrap Fabric

Elastic

Scissors

Glue/ Needle and Thread

Fold fabric in half, inside out; sew/glue along open edge making a tube. Turn tube right side out. Push elastic through tube until ends meet. Sew elastic and open ends together.

Rock your pony.

5 buck bag: Haul

I recently went to a garage sale and found some gems. Now, before I get started, I know, garage sales... EEK! Honestly, just like thrift shopping, garage sales can be hit and miss, grody or a thrifter's paradise... you gotta give a little and take a little, giving it a chance. Seriously, you can find some really great items and for cheap. Okay, now that my rant is over, I found an amazing sale, $5 for an entire bag of name brand clothes. 

Here's what I found:

H&M

Burnt Orange is an essential color for any wardrobe but especially fall. When I saw this I was like, "I don't even care what size this is I need it." Luckily, it was my size and will make my fall essentials wardrobe so much better! I mean look at that color! SCORE!

Old Navy

This dress is super cute; it has a beaded top with a cinched waist making it very flattering. Unfortunately, it's a bit too big on me. To refurbish this dress I'm thinking of  making it into separates. Either way, it's going to be so adorable and super boho! HOLLA!

Very J

 Excuse the wrinkles, this tunic was too good to pass by. First of all, that color! I'm not much of a nude color kind of girl (because I'm super pale) but this top is fabulous! And it has studs! Like HELLO, yes please. With skinny jeans and wedges, this tunic is going to look amazing!

 Old Navy

 So I'm not really into muscle sweaters but this Old Navy top is everything. I wore this recently, pairing it with dark wash jeans, brown dangily earrings and sandals and let's just say it rocked my world. Boho at it's best! Plus, this is going to perfect for summer! 

Forever 21

I know what you're thinking, "A cardigan, really? It's like 100 degrees out!" This may be true but this oatmeal colored sweater just couldn't be left behind. Think of fall time, it will be so cozy and match everything, perfect for my future fall wardrobe!

My Story

 This dress, when I first held it up, I passed on it; It was weird and just didn't hang right. However, after sifting through the rest of the clothes I came back to this dress. On impulse, I bought it and I'm so glad I did. The front is really hard to show (the picture doesn't do it any justice), but this coral number is beautiful and flowy... not to mention the open back. Like, yes please; business in the front, party in the back!

 Gap

Finally, I picked up this white t-shirt.  I know what you're thinking, boring! However this basic essential is different from every other white tee because it has a v neck in the back and front making it more interesting than your everyday plain jane t-shirt.

St Patrick's Day Outfit Ideas

Simple on St. Patrick's Day

 T-Shirt: Old Navy $.99

Jeans: Thrift Shop $5.00

Sandals: Thrift Shop $1.00

Total: $7.00

 

Stylin' on St. Patrick's Day

 Sweater: Goodwill $3.99

Skirt: Wet Seal $4.00

Shoes: Online $3.00

Total: $11.00

Spring on St. Patrick's Day

 Shirt: Goodwill $3.99

Jeans: Gordmans $12.99

Sandals: Rue 21 $3.00

Total: $20.00

DIY: Sweatpants To Skirt

 

Do you ever have one of those days where pants just aren't going to work? How about those days when sweatpants are the only thing you can wear? If this is ever you, I have the perfect solution to your problem. 

The following DIY will explain how to turn your favorite pair of sweats (or any pair, because, you know, can't even think about cutting up those perfect pants) into a comfy but stylish skirt for those days when getting dressed is out of the question.

What You'll Need:

(1) pair of sweats

scissors

needle and thread or fabric glue 

 Begin by cutting sweats to the length you want your skirt to be, adding a an 1/2 inch for seam allowance. Next, cut inseams (the crotch seams).

 Turn inside out and flatten (once flattened the crotch seams should now be located on the right and left side [they are outside of the dotted lines in picture] and the original right and left leg should now be the front and back of the new garment). Use the dotted lines as guide to sew/glue to create new seams for skirt. Hem bottom. Turn right side out. 

Done!

3 Easy and Cheap DIYs for Valentine's Day

 "We make the perfect match!"

What You'll Need:

Pair of Socks ($1.00, Dollar Tree)

Red Felt ($1.00, Dollar Tree)

Fabric Glue ($1.00, Dollar Tree)

Total Cost: $3.00

 Using red felt, cut two hearts. Find calf area on sock and glue hearts in place. 

Fold and tie with ribbon. 

"I gLOVE you so much!"

 What You'll Need:

Pair of Gloves ($1.00, Dollar Tree)

Pink Felt ($1.00, Dollar Tree)

Fabric Glue ($1.00, Dollar Tree)

 Total Cost: $3.00

 Put gloves pinky sides together. Using heart cutout, make straight cut down middle of heart to create two halves. Glue in place.

"Just HAT to say, you're my valentine!"

What You'll Need:

Beanie ($1.00, Dollar Tree)

Black Felt ($1.00, Dollar Tree)

Black Yarn ($3.99, Walmart)

Total Cost: $6.00

 Wrap yarn around pointer and middle finger 50(+) times [this will determine how big pom pom is; if you want big pom wrap more and vice versa]. Slide off finger and tie a loose piece of yarn around entire pom. Cut loops to get finished look. Glue at crown of beanie. Finally, add black felt heart. 

Pom Pom Tutorial

Valentine's Day Outfits

With Valentine's Day right around the corner having the perfect outfit for any occasion is a must. I came up with three different looks that are comfy, casual and of course, cute (the essentials for Valentine's Day, right?!). So whether you're cuddling up with your crush or having a girls night out, February 14th will be a day full of fashion.

Outfit #1. For this look I wanted something simple with a little sass! I began with a basic white long sleeve (Old Navy, $4.00) and a pair of LEI jeans (Goodwill, $5.00). For the sassy part, I added a pop of red (scarf, Dollar Tree $1.00) and tan booties (Gift). This outfit is great because all items can be found in your closet and dressed up to your desire.

 Outfit #2. This outfit is for all you girls that want to be super casual. I started with striped shirt (Charity Shop, $1.00) and dark wash jeans (Unknown). To finish up this look, I paired my red converse (Goodwill, $3.99) and a red beanie (Dollar Tree, $1.00). I like that this outfit can be worn anywhere and you still look put together and cute!

Outfit #3. I've been really into quilted vests recently so of course I created an outfit that include one! So to start off with a red vest (Charity Shop, $1.00). I added a chambray button up (Charity Shop, $1.00) underneath and paired that with black jeggings (Walmart, $4.00). To pull the look together I threw some red flats (Goodwill, $3.99) in the mix. I love how preppy this outfit it, by far my favorite! It keeps you warm and comfy but still looks chic!

DIY Valentine's Day

   Heart Breaker

What You'll Need:

acrylic paint (pink and gray)

paint brush

stencil (optional)

  

Start by painting a heart in the center of the shirt. Let dry for 15-20 minutes. Once dry, use stencil (free hand if you feel confident!) to  write "breaker". 

Houndstooth Hearts

What You'll Need

scrap fabric (I used houndstooth)

scissors

hot glue/glue gun

Mark where your elbow is on shirt. Next take scrap fabric and make a heart cutout (use size of hand to measure correct length). Glue heart to elbow area. 

Nautical Love

What You'll Need:

yarn 

hot glue/glue gun

Use yarn to make a word. Once configured glue in place.

OOTD: Casual Lunch

Cardigan: Charity Shop $1.00

Black T shirt: Kohl's $4.00

Jeans: Gordmans $14.99   

Shoes: Online Swap $3.00

Scarf: Unknown

Total: $23.00

DIY Sweater Updates

 Layered Look.

  Supplies:

Black Sweater

Plaid Button Up

Begin by removing the collar, bottom hem and cuffs 

(4 inches from bottom of sleeve) from the plaid shirt. 

Make sure to add a 1/2 inch to 1 inch  for seam allowance.

Sew all items onto black sweater as shown below (fabric glue could work too, just be careful when washing!). And you're all finished!

Reversed and Refurbished.

Supplies:

Black Sweater

Cardigan 

For this diy start with the cardigan open like shown above. Leaving the top 2 buttons buttoned,  remove the remaining buttons found on the cardigan. Finally, take your sweater and cut a triangle shape to fit the open part of your cardigan. 

Add a 1/2 inch to 1 inch for seam allowance.

Sew together (fabric glue could work too, just be careful when washing!). Here's the finished product!

Once a cardigan, now a cute, renovated sweater!

The back is flirty, yet work appropriate!