Tough Enough

Love wearing this look on a rainy day. The wedges keep my feet from getting wet and the anorak is a perfect cover up if you live in a hot and humid climate like I do.

Street Style Trend: Boyfriend Jeans

I LOVE street style and have even built a business inspired by it. So I've decided to attempt to do a weekly post on trends seen on the streets and how to wear them.

Boyfriend jeans are one of my favorite street style trends. They are so relaxed, easy to wear but always brings a casual cool look to an outfit. 

On the Street:

Things to keep in mind when creating an outfit with bf jeans**:

Petite Women: -go for the less baggy fit because these jeans can make you look stumpy

                        -wear with heels: to add some length, it'll make you look more proportionate

                        -pair with clutch or small bag: for a more clean, effortless look; larger bags can make                                                  -                        you look like you have too much going on

                        

Tops: -perfect with a relaxed tee or thin sweater

          -avoid oversized shirts or tuck them into the front

Shoes: strappy heeled sandals

           oxfords/flat sandals (avoid ballet flats)

           pointed toe shoes (round tip is unflattering with bf jeans)

           classic pumps

           strappy wedges

Jacket: Stick with jackets that do not go past your butt. A long trench is hard to pull off and can make your outfit look too masculine.

Jewelry: -Statement necklace: add it if you aren't wearing many layers

              -Watch                    : any watch will do

              - Arm Candy           : if you feel like your outfit is plain, throw on a bunch of arm candy. 

                                                When your arms are down, your wrist will be beside your jeans, easily  

                                                 complimenting them.

My Polyvore Outfit

City Chic by easturban-1 featuring a rhinestone bracelet

Thanks for reading.

Love,

Melinda

My Essential Shoes for Fall

I decided to pull out some shoes out of my closet to make my outfit choices a little easier this fall. I think you'll notice a pattern with the shoes I buy haha. My two favorite places to buy shoes is Zara, usually when they have a sale, and forever 21, mostly because they are inexpensive so I don't mind if they get scuffed up. Its all about fashion on a budget!

1.Combat-ish boots-Zara // 2. Patent Faux Leather Loafers-Zara // 3. Booties-XX21 // 4.Mary Jane-XX21 // 5. Sneaker Wedges-Sample for EU // 6. Wedge ankle boots-Zara

My newest pair are the Sneaker Wedges and I am so in love with them! This past summer I bought a similar pair from H&M in a nude pink color without the heel but rarely ever wore them because they made me look so frumpy and short! These are the perfect pair because they add length to my frame and are still as comfortable as regular sneakers! Whether these will be available on East Urban will depend on the demand.

And here are shoes I'm looking forward to adding to my Collection:

Fall Shoe Wish List by fashionxphilosophy featuring pointy boots

Zara boots
zara.com
 This is actually a splurge for me, not quite sure if I'm ready to bite the bullet for this one, but I am in love with this Chloe dupe.

H&M high heel pumps
$80 - hm.com
Must have for fall are closed toe classic pumps!

Forever 21 pointy boots
forever21.com
I love combat boots, and I love this pair in particular because of the heel!

Forever 21
forever21.com
 I prefer these over the Lita's because its a little more refined and slightly less grungy, however, that's just my personal style.


Now I'm off to dreaming about these shoes!

Love,
Mel
 

NEW WORK BAG!

First off, I think its time to formally introduce myself. My name is Melinda and I am a 24 year old entrepreneur. I am the owner of an eBay store called East Urban, that sells apparel and accessories inspired by High Street Fashion from New York and Asia.

This blog is where I will share all my adventures, ideas and inspiration for East Urban with you. Now lets get to the chase:

Coming Soon to East Urban, and now officially my new work bag is this Colorblock Luggage Tote inspired by Celine.
Retail= $45

I love this bag because it is very room and functional. The exterior feels like real leather and durable, the inside has a smooth suede like texture.

STREET STYLE INSPIRATION:

EAST URBAN TRANSLATION: 

  
 FYI:
East Urban believes in conducting business with a high level standard of work ethics which includes integrity. We do not sell fake designer products, however we do sell high quality products that are uniquely our own and some, inspired by high fashion designers at a fraction of the cost.

Moreover, East Urban sells products that I believe in, as every piece is hand picked by me. My promise to you, is that my opinion will always be honest.


Thank you for reading, a post on what's inside my bag will be up soon!

Love,
Mel
FashionxPhilosophy

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blouse-coming soon to East Urban //black skinnies-thrifted //watch- marc jacobs//sandals-zara/clutch-thrifted//belt-East Urban//ring-thrifted

This is what I wore out for dinner with a girlfriend, I absolutely LOVE the Pajama look of this shirt!

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