Showing posts with label trends. Show all posts
Showing posts with label trends. Show all posts

Thursday, September 19, 2013

SEPHORA/OPI HAUL

THE UNBOXING!

Who doesn't love free samples?

1. Deluxe Shiseido Sample, Aqua Brow review coming soon, $1 pencil sharpener

3 for $10 haul...yes, I went a little crazy.

I looove how they packaged this.

$1 eyelash & brow groomer, brow angle brush, angle liner brush


Reviews and product testing to come!



Thursday, April 18, 2013

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

City Chic by easturban-1 featuring a rhinestone bracelet


Thanks for reading.
Love,
Melinda

Thursday, November 29, 2012

INSTAGRAM

LOVE INSTAGRAM! It's like they say, a picture is worth a thousand words. And lord knows I prefer to look at pictures!


Since Blogspot wont let me us iframe, here's a snapshot of my East Urban Account:

 


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<3 Mel

Sunday, October 7, 2012

INSTAGRAM: OOTD

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!

Follow me on INSTAGRAM if you'd like: FashionxPhilosophy

Wednesday, October 3, 2012

ZARA: The Perfect Essential Trousers

I am loving all of Zara's trousers! I think they are the perfect combination of trendy and basic. The tailoring and quality of these pants give off an illusion that they are designer! They are each timeless pieces and perfectly price!

I plan on purchasing these pieces:


1) Camouflage trousers with zips.....$59.90
I will be wearing this fall's street fashion trend (camo) as pants instead of the parka.

2) Diamond Print Trousers...............$79.90
I love the look of relax harem pants, but because I am petite, they just don't look right on me. So instead I'm opting for a silhouette that is a little more structured. I'm also a big fan of the "PJ's" look.

3) Light Satin Jeans..........................$59.90
If you usually wear more monochromatic mute colors like I do, red skinnies are an easy way to add a pop of color to your outfit. 

4) Coated Trousers with zip.............$79.90
I want to wear these with everything this fall! Especially oversized jumpers and military style booties!


Love,
Mel




Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Fall Trend Guide Part 2: Textures and Patterns

Textures:
velvet
embossed leather
knit
chiffon
jersey
brocade


Chiffon has been on trend for the last few seasons and leather is always in style, but what forms this fall season are the mixing of these textures. Leather with chiffon, brocade on jumpers. etc.
Balmain! Embossed Leather jacket with Velvet leggings

Catherine Malandrino- Jersey Jacket fur and leather

Lanvin-Knit embossed leather


Patterns:
Monochromatic (bold statement but minimal colors)
galaxy
dark romantic florals
vintage band prints
vintage oriental
Proenza Schouler- orintal cherry blossom

Balenciaga- vintage tee print

-Mel





Thursday, September 13, 2012

Fall Trend Guide Part 1: Color Pallete






Honestly, after going through tons of designer runway shows on the web, I've concluded that this is probably the most colorful fall season yet. I see lots of jewel tones mixed with pewter, whites, light taupe and light pastel colors with and dark colors. And since I am still enjoying those fresh spring colors and slowly warming up to those dark romantic ones, I am ready (and excited) for fall!

My Fall Color Palette:


Still loving mint. Also, my new inspiration is the black added as a "pop" of color.










Next Post: Fall Trends Patterns and Texture