Showing posts with label Inspired-By. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Inspired-By. Show all posts
Happy October!! This is my favorite month because it contains some of my favorite things: Halloween, Halloween movies, my birthday, pumpkin picking, apple picking and of course the beautiful weather! In honor of Halloween approaching, I thought I would post some outfits inspired by Halloween films!
First up is a look worn by Kat (Christina Ricci) in Casper. I have always loved this outfit and it is made up of basic pieces, so it won't really go out of style, the pieces just may tighten up a bit or loosen back up based on what is "in". Luckily for us, oversized pieces are back so we can recreate it more closely. Kat had a thing for henleys in this film and, if I recall correctly (which I know I do), she was always in one (except for the Halloween party.) All you need is a green henley, open crochet sweater/cardigan, jeans and a small heeled ankle boot. Oh, and a big ring for your thumb!
Top - Nordstrom, Sweater - Free People, Jeans - 7 For All Mankind, Boots - Miu Miu, Ring - Lois Hill
First up is a look worn by Kat (Christina Ricci) in Casper. I have always loved this outfit and it is made up of basic pieces, so it won't really go out of style, the pieces just may tighten up a bit or loosen back up based on what is "in". Luckily for us, oversized pieces are back so we can recreate it more closely. Kat had a thing for henleys in this film and, if I recall correctly (which I know I do), she was always in one (except for the Halloween party.) All you need is a green henley, open crochet sweater/cardigan, jeans and a small heeled ankle boot. Oh, and a big ring for your thumb!
Top - Nordstrom, Sweater - Free People, Jeans - 7 For All Mankind, Boots - Miu Miu, Ring - Lois Hill
I know we are still in the midst of Summer, but Fall is my favorite season (for Fashion and weather) and tons of Fall trend updates are beginning to appear online. I, for one, am very happy that the colored/printed/textured jean look is still very much on trend. Not that it being off-trend would stop me from wearing it. In my case, I am VERY excited to wear my burgundy Current/Elliot leopard print jeans with my new Theyskens' Theory leather jacket!
Shopbop recently posted a lookbook illustrating many of the new denim trends that are emerging for Fall! I decided to create some cheaper versions of the looks (and linked the actual pieces). Who else is ready for Fall fashion?
Tip: If you are in the US, head to TJ Maxx and Marshalls for the latest designer jeans for great prices! Last time I went I found giraffe print jeans, lace print jeans and more! (I resisted buying them)
Another lesson learned in this post: when you can't find what you want in womenswear, check the men's section!
Shopbop recently posted a lookbook illustrating many of the new denim trends that are emerging for Fall! I decided to create some cheaper versions of the looks (and linked the actual pieces). Who else is ready for Fall fashion?
Tip: If you are in the US, head to TJ Maxx and Marshalls for the latest designer jeans for great prices! Last time I went I found giraffe print jeans, lace print jeans and more! (I resisted buying them)
Another lesson learned in this post: when you can't find what you want in womenswear, check the men's section!
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| Actual Pieces: MOTHER Jeans, Antipodium Sweater, Tibi Top, Madison Harding Booties |
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| Actual Pieces: Citizens of Humanity Corduroy Pants, McQ - Alexander McQueen Leather Jacket (sold out), MM6 Maison Martin Margiela Top, Stuart Weitzman Pumps |
Dress for Less: Mossimo Supply Co. Corduroy Pants, Banana Republic Blouse, Mix No. 6 Leopard Pumps, John Carlisle Leather Jacket
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| Actual Pieces: 7 For All Mankind Jeans, Haute Hippie Tank (sold out), Equipment Blouse, Maison Martin Margiela Pumps |
Dress for Less: dENiZEN from Levis Jeans, Banana Republic Cardigan, Banana Republic Pumps, Zara (man) Tee
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| Actual Pieces: AG Adriano Goldschmied Jeans, Elizabeth and James Blazer, KAIN Label Sweater, A.L.C. Blouse, Alexander Wang Booties |
Dress for Less: Topshop Booties, Zara Blouse, Zara Sweater, Kenneth Cole (Mens) Plaid Blazer, PacSun Jeans
Photos via Shopbop
As I was perusing Zara over the weekend and lusting over clothes I came across a pair of shorts that really reminded me of the Edun Spring 2012 collection, so of course I fell in love! I was a bad girl on Saturday night and ordered them along with a pair of floral shorts. I don't own any good shorts (okay one pair, but they are boring khakis) so they will be perfect for those hot Summer days and in the Spring with blazers!
Edun Shorts $285
Zara Shorts $60
Edun Top (seen in red runway shot) $300
They also have these pants similar to these Edun ones. I am also very obsessed with the Edun dress below, the color, mixing of prints...everything! I want to splurge so bad but I am resisting (especially since I bought this Edun dress from The Outnet with a gift card I won).
Edun Shorts $285
Zara Shorts $60
Edun Top (seen in red runway shot) $300
They also have these pants similar to these Edun ones. I am also very obsessed with the Edun dress below, the color, mixing of prints...everything! I want to splurge so bad but I am resisting (especially since I bought this Edun dress from The Outnet with a gift card I won).
First of all, if you haven't seen The Ugly Dachshund, shame on you! Second, if so, check out this post where I talk a little about it. Moving on, Fran Garrison, played by Suzanne Pleshette, has wonderful style in this movie.Yesterday, when I was checking out Net-a-Porter's What's New section, this dress SCREAMED Fran, so I had to do an outfit recreation for us all to enjoy!
This is such a classic look that has spanned the tests of time and is still perfectly in style. A gorgeous LBD, black pumps and simple jewelry in the form of pearl earrings. This outfit is very expensive, but you can definitely find cheaper pieces, perhaps I'll do that later this week if I can't take outfit pictures...
Dress: RED Valentino $1150
Pumps: Jimmy Choo $495
Pearl Earrings: Kate Spade New York $45
[the dress link is being a little wonky, ii'll try to fix it later]
This is such a classic look that has spanned the tests of time and is still perfectly in style. A gorgeous LBD, black pumps and simple jewelry in the form of pearl earrings. This outfit is very expensive, but you can definitely find cheaper pieces, perhaps I'll do that later this week if I can't take outfit pictures...
Pumps: Jimmy Choo $495
Pearl Earrings: Kate Spade New York $45
[the dress link is being a little wonky, ii'll try to fix it later]
I am so excited for this weekend! I have the house all to myself (since last night) and I'm planning on having a Halloween movie marathon and watching all my Halloween movies! I have to go grocery shopping first though, I'm running out of food! And I'll need tons of candy to pig out on while watching too. AND I have to make some French Macarons for our work Halloween party on Monday. That's just for Saturday though, Sunday I'm going to my Grandmother's (probably...) or hanging around the house again.
It was quite chilly this week, my hands are freezing cold as I type this...but I'll survive, after-all the cold allows me to wear fun sweaters, tights and coats. SO excited to bring out my favorite jacket again (a purple DKNY Pea Coat I got last year for my birthday)!
This week I did something quite different with my outfit posts. I recreated outfits by different bloggers, it was hard to choose what outfits to recreate. Partly because I love so many outfits and partly because I didn't have the pieces to do them. I even did the same poses because I'm crazy like that. What do you think, did I succeed?!
Monday inspired by her waise choice: Skirt: Zara (eBay) $30, Sweater: Madewell (ShopBop) gift card, Booties: R2 (DSW) $35, Necklace c/o Towne & Reese, Sunglasses: Marc by Marc Jacobs (ShopBop) gift card, Watch: Michael Kors, Purse: Marc by Marc Jacobs
Tuesday inspired by Natalie off Duty: Blazer: Moschino Cheap & Chic (eBay) $37, Tank: Forever 21 $5, Jeans: American Eagle $0, Boots: Vintage (eBay) $11, Rings: Forever 21, Scarf: Yarnz c/o Net-a-Porter, Watch: Michael Kors, Purse: Marc by Marc Jacobs
Wednesday inspired by 9to5chic: Top: Express $35, Sweater: American Eagle $?, Pants: Bongo (circa early 2000s) ;) $?, Wedges: Crown Vintage (DSW) $45, Blazer: Jones New York $40, Clutch/Wallet c/o Fashion Flirts, Watch: Michael Kors
Thursday inspired by Fashion Hippie Loves: Jeans: Hollister $15, Top c/o eShakti, DKNY Cozy (TJ Maxx) $20, Watch: Michael Kors, Purse: Marc by Marc Jacobs [I was going to wear my Burberry wedges but it was cold and rainy...]
Friday inspired by Le Blog de Sushi: Skirt: abercrombie $15, Tank: Urban Outfitters $7, Jacket: American Eagle (TJ Maxx) $20, Boots: Vintage (eBay) $12, Watch: Michael Kors, Purse: Marc by Marc Jacobs
It was quite chilly this week, my hands are freezing cold as I type this...but I'll survive, after-all the cold allows me to wear fun sweaters, tights and coats. SO excited to bring out my favorite jacket again (a purple DKNY Pea Coat I got last year for my birthday)!
This week I did something quite different with my outfit posts. I recreated outfits by different bloggers, it was hard to choose what outfits to recreate. Partly because I love so many outfits and partly because I didn't have the pieces to do them. I even did the same poses because I'm crazy like that. What do you think, did I succeed?!
Last week ShopBop sent out an email with 5 looks using one of Fall's colors, orange! I fell so in love with one look that I decided to create a Dress for Less inspired by it. But before I get to the cheaper look, here's the original, I really want the Marc Jacobs sweater but it is far too expensive :(
Marc by Marc Jacobs Sweater - $228
Current/Elliot Jeans - $188
ONE by Matisse Footwear Penny Loafers - $150
Linea Pelle Belt - $99
Total: $665
This was a bit difficult but I think I did well! The colors are a bit off, but not all the stores have fall clothes out, once we're closer to fall I'm sure we'll be able to find a closer match ;) But I couldn't wait until them.
Sweater - Free People $69.90
Jeans - Forever 21 $22.80
Loafers - Alloy $29.90
Belt - ASOS $15.48
Total: $138.08
There is another sweater match here at ASOS! Also, here's another pair of loafers that are more neutral from ASOS ($60.34)
Current/Elliot Jeans - $188
ONE by Matisse Footwear Penny Loafers - $150
Linea Pelle Belt - $99
Total: $665
This was a bit difficult but I think I did well! The colors are a bit off, but not all the stores have fall clothes out, once we're closer to fall I'm sure we'll be able to find a closer match ;) But I couldn't wait until them.
Jeans - Forever 21 $22.80
Loafers - Alloy $29.90
Belt - ASOS $15.48
Total: $138.08
There is another sweater match here at ASOS! Also, here's another pair of loafers that are more neutral from ASOS ($60.34)
Happy Monday everyone! ...except not really since that means I have to go to work. But I only have to go to work 4 days this week!! I'm taking Friday off for something very fun related to the blog, but more on that later since I can't tell you yet! (torture, I know!) :D
The moment I saw this A|Wear dress it screamed "that purple faux wrap dress by Marc Jacobs" so I had to do a dress for less for you all to enjoy! The second match (labeled Love) isn't as good but I couldn't do a Lust, Love, Less without the Love now could I? ;)
Marc by Marc Jacobs $215
Vanessa Bruno Athe $138.25
A|Wear $37.65
The moment I saw this A|Wear dress it screamed "that purple faux wrap dress by Marc Jacobs" so I had to do a dress for less for you all to enjoy! The second match (labeled Love) isn't as good but I couldn't do a Lust, Love, Less without the Love now could I? ;)
Vanessa Bruno Athe $138.25
A|Wear $37.65
Today I have a requested Dress for Less inspired by one of Jason Wu's Fall 2011 dresses. Reader Samantha requested this Dress for Less a while ago, sorry I took so long to get it up! But better late than never, right? Enjoy and if you want to make a request, visit the Request a Dress for Less page!
Vero Moda $44.83
Modcloth $47.99
Erdem (shorter) $313.5
Erdem $1560
Not Pictured:
Johann Earl $80.69
Oasis $116.55
Tibi $171
Also, thanks to Yajaira for giving me the Love Your Blog Award, thanks sooo much!! Now I have to choose some blogs I enjoy...this was so hard, I always hate picking people :p So don't be offended if I didn't pick you, I love you all!
Modcloth $47.99
Erdem (shorter) $313.5
Erdem $1560
Not Pictured:
Johann Earl $80.69
Oasis $116.55
Tibi $171
- Annabeth at The Styling Dutchman - She's awesome, so if you don't follow her already...DO IT!
- Bee at Atlantic-Pacific - This girl KNOWS how to dress, her outfits are always amazing!
- Kristine at Kristine. Or Polly - She is adorable and is going to start the adventure of a lifetime by moving to Japan, I can't wait to see how things go there!
For People Who Received the Award:
- Please accept the award and write a post about it.
- Choose 3-5 blogs that you love and that you want to make known.
- Make a link of my blog in your post of this award.
You don't have to do it if you don't want ;)
I decided to use a really old nail polish last night to spice things up. It's Frosted Ice Iris from Pure Ice, it took like 6 coats! It reminds me of Lindsay Lohan's nail color in The Parent Trap
(LOVE that movie; original
& new). I decided to do an inspired-by outfit since I have similar stuff ;)
Shorts - Mossimo Supply Co. (from Target)
T-shirt - American Eagle
Jacket - Mudd (from Kohls)
Sunglasses - Dockers (from Kohls)
Watch - Spalding (from Target)What are your favorite weird nail colors?!
Screencaps from FanPop
(LOVE that movie; original & new). I decided to do an inspired-by outfit since I have similar stuff ;)
T-shirt - American Eagle
Jacket - Mudd (from Kohls)
Sunglasses - Dockers (from Kohls)
Watch - Spalding (from Target)
I haven't done a new Dress for Less in a while, so here we go! This look is under $200 because it is an evening look, it is inspired by Emma Watson's Met Ball outfit! It is a bit more simplified, but the same vibe, enjoy!
Dress: ASOS $64.25
Clutch: Je Veux at Overstock $15.99
Sandals: Enigma at Overstock $59.99
Earrings: Miss Selfridge ~$11.98 (Set of 6 so about $2 each, I used $2 in the total)
Ring: Miss Selfridge ~$5.24
Statement Ring Aldo $20
TOTAL: 167.47
If you want to splurge, here are her exact heels (may be sold out).
Dress: ASOS $64.25
Clutch: Je Veux at Overstock $15.99
Sandals: Enigma at Overstock $59.99
Earrings: Miss Selfridge ~$11.98 (Set of 6 so about $2 each, I used $2 in the total)
Ring: Miss Selfridge ~$5.24
Statement Ring Aldo $20
TOTAL: 167.47
If you want to splurge, here are her exact heels (may be sold out).
