"Your warmest hoodie... your coziest blanket... put them together into one big hug...three of your most comfortable things in one place!" As a fan of the Snuggie, this commercial leaves me speechless and mystified. I might actually buy this thing if I have an extra $50 around. Sometimes, a blanket … [Read more...]
Women’s Hoodies: It’s All Good in the Hoodie
December 28, 2009 By Leave a Comment
A "hoodie" is a sweatshirt with a hood. The hood is the most distinctive characteristic besides its frontal pocket, drawstring (adjusts the opening of hood), and zipper closure. This garment became popular in the 70's during the start of the hip hop culture. It became even more widely recognized in the … [Read more...]
Women’s Jackets: Holiday Weekend Style
December 26, 2009 By 2 Comments
Women's jackets are found in many different styles and can help flatter your figure. After reading a Lucky Shopping Manual by Kim France and Andrea Linett, there were a few jacket tips I was able to find. There are blazers, which can help fill out sloped shoulders. Double pocketed or western styles … [Read more...]
Motorcycle Jacket: Riding Through the Holidays
December 21, 2009 By 2 Comments
One item I have on my Christmas wish list is a new winter women's jacket. Being a California girl, the weather does not permit you to wear too many layers of clothing. And living in the city, I want to keep a tough girl image so no big city kid messes with me. My personal pick of the week is a leather … [Read more...]
Cooling off for Cardigans: Two Dream Picks
September 21, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Ok, so it was in the hundreds in some parts of California today...but fall is coming people! Start getting excited! I was thrilled to feel a drop in temperature the other day and even got out one of my favorite sweaters. I'm feeling that it will cool down sooner this year than it usually does. In that … [Read more...]
The Boyfriend Shirt-Dress
August 7, 2009 By 2 Comments
I first saw this look on TMZ when paparazzi filmed Vanessa Hudgens casually shopping around West Hollywood in only her boyfriend Zach Efron's plaid buttondown shirt. She looks like she just rolled out of bed looking fabulous. Her rolled up sleeves and a unique bracelet, coupled with her big, … [Read more...]
Race Towards Racer Back Tanks
July 28, 2009 By 17 Comments
In this intense southern California heat, tank tops are a must have for almost every summer activity. But this season, the typical tight fitted wifebeaters and plain tanks have evolved. They're now taking a backseat to the much more loose fitting racer back tanks. Forever21 is now carrying … [Read more...]
Summer Scarves Make for Stylish New Headwraps
July 13, 2009 By 8 Comments
A great accessory that never goes out of style? Go get yourself a cute summer scarf this month. The Gap has a colorful collection of lightweight, cotton knit scarves that are just right for adding on top of a dress, t-shirt, tank, or just about anything. The patterns are bright, fresh, and … [Read more...]
Putting the Pieces Together: Items Under $50
July 6, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Ahhhhh. The Monday after Fourth of July. Anyone still recovering? Don't worry, some retail therapy will fix you right up. Most retailers have Fourth of July sales over the big holiday weekend, but if you were too busy at a BBQ or away on a weekend trip, you may have missed those sales. … [Read more...]
Free to Wear What You Want: Faint Ash Ruffle Dress
June 30, 2009 By Leave a Comment
I'm not the biggest fan of deep purple. I often think it looks lovely on other women, but on me...not so much. Sometimes a certain shade of purple gives me a goth look, especially when I pair it with black. This look I definitely try to avoid. I was drawn to this Free People 'Faint Ash' … [Read more...]
