Approaching the Colourful Side of Fall (with Nina Dobrev)

We are welcoming in the fall (and season 5 of the Vampire Diaries). I've always been on more of the darker side during the fall with the colours I choose to incorporate into my outfits. Nina's beautiful style has put a colourful edge into my fall. The 3 key pieces of Nina's outfit that I'm incorporating into my fall wardrobe really stand out in a slightly more colourful way.
Lets start with the most eye-catching piece, the scarf. Colourful scarves give a nice pop and are perfect for fall. If you guys are looking to add in a colourful scarf to your fall wardrobe then I, as usual, recommend checking out American Eagle. They have recently been stocking up on these gorgeous colourful scarves. (I'll link their website below).
Next key piece is Nina's adorable light wash jean jacket. I actually have a jean jacket that I love to wear in the spring but am bringing it into the fall this year. Jean jackets bring some texture into the outfit which is always great to have.
Lastly, Nina's nude flats keep the outfit light and breezy and very much complement the jacket and scarf. Ballet flats are not the best for a lot of walking though which is a downside but if your planning to run a lot of errands, throwing on some sneakers never hurt.

-Virgo


Links:
American Eagle: http://www.ae.com/web/search/index.jsp?Ntt=scarves

Copying Sarah Hyland's Casual Beach Outfit

I really like Sarah Hyland's beach look, especially the burnout top that she's wearing. Burnout tops are really light weight and the fabric tends to be really thin. If you've never owned a burn out top they are a little see through so it's a good idea to have a bandeau or tank top under but what I really LOVE about these tops is that they are not really hot because the wind passes through the material so they're fine to wear during the summer.

Of course Sarah Hyland has beautiful beach waves. I really love beach waves and how easy they are to make, except it's not good for your hair to get sea salt spray because it dries up your hair. What I recently learned was you can get the same kind of effect if after you take a shower you apply some leave in conditioner and then braid or bun your hair and if you want it to stay longer hairspray the braids. In the morning you take out the braid and voila: non dehydrated beach waves.

I love the light wash denim shorts (they're essential for the summer). The shorts are plain which is great because you can wear a lot with them. You can also add some edge by wearing distressed or studded shorts.

Lastly the crossbody purse is great if you're just carrying the essentials (e.g.. lip balm,phone,wallet,) but you don't want to hold a clutch all day. It's always good to have one handy, and if you have more stuff a beach bag or tote is perfect. If you're thinking of buying a bag like these I suggest getting a neutral colour so you can throw it on with almost whatever you're wearing. 

-Virgo

Bringing in the Fall Trends (with Lily Collins's Amazing Fashion Sense)

Fall is here and, as usual, it's bringing along some cold weather, but with fall also come Thanksgiving, Halloween, and this year's awesome fall trends. Everyone is starting to break out their fall jackets, sweaters, and jeans, and of course some girls are quite reluctant to trade their shorts in for jeans. Black is definitely a colour that seems to be appearing a lot as usual as the lighter, summery colours and fabrics make way for the neutral and autumnal tones of fall. In the picture below, Lily Collins has managed to combine 5 of my favorite fall trends into one flawless outfit.
I'll start with Lily's hair. It looks as if she's created a doughnut/sock bun. If you not familiar with a hair doughnut, it is a mesh hair accessory resembling a doughnut. You make a high ponytail and stick it through the hole in the donut, wrap it down and towards your head to secure it, creating a perfect bun every time. This buns look so sophisticated for the fall and make your outfit look very put together. Hair donuts keep the form extremely well, but if you don't want to waste your money on one you can just snip the foot off a long sock and bunch it up to create the same effect.
Moving on to the sweater. Loose turtleneck sweaters keep your neck cozy during the fall but are not so constricting that it makes you itchy. A good turtleneck can be a hard find: you want to go with something relatively thick but soft and not very woolly (because that might make you itchy over a long period of time, depending on the sensitivity of your skin). When looking for fall turtleneck sweaters I suggest going for dark and warm colours like earth tones and black (like Lily's).
Lily's coat puts together the whole outfit. Long coats are beautiful for the fall but it's the touch of leather on Lily's coat that really catches my eye. It doesn't make the outfit punkish but if anything brings a slight edge that makes the entire outfit seem more sophisticated. It definitely brings the whole outfit together. It looks great to have small hints of leather in your outfit without overdoing it.
Going on to the tall boots which unfortunately didn't really get into the picture I found. If you have been reading the blog than you know I (Virgo) love the look of tall boots over skinny jeans. This trend looks especially pretty in the fall just before the snow shows up, and you can splurge some extra cash on tall waterproof or snow boots.
Lastly, dark nail polishes like Lily's black or magenta are very beautiful in the fall. This is my opinion and I'm sure some people will disagree but I just adore dark nail polishes in the fall. Side note: I'm not sure if you guys like bright red nail polish but it looks amazing in the winter against the snow❄.

-Virgo

Lily Collins

Back to School Series: Amazing First Day of School Outfit Ideas

I got the Aeropostale Fall Style Guide in the mail today and it's amazing! They have so many beautiful (first day of school worthy) outfits. Aeropostale is a great place to check out when you're doing your back to school shopping. Their products for back to school are cute, good quality and decently priced. You can check out their website for more outfit ideas. Items like leather jackets, crochet, scarves and white bags are really making an appearance this fall. Make sure to leave a comment below on your opinion of their Fall Style Guide. Good luck on our back to school shopping, and as always the links are below.  

-Virgo

         

Links:

http://www.aeropostale.com/family/index.jsp?categoryId=1988325&cp=3534618.3534619.3534623.3541049

What to wear shopping

No matter when your birthday is or if you do or don't have a summer job, you probably have some extra money floating around, and want to treat yourself to a shopping trip. But shopping isn't just about what you're buying, it can be about what you're wearing to get the most comvenience out of your trip.

• Although it may not feel like you're wearing much, sometimes it's best to throw on a plain tank or spaghetti strap top. It's just easier for trying on large sweatshirts, jackets, button-downs and the like. Put a flannel or cardigan over it so you don't look too bare. Plain colours like white and nude are your best options, although if you prefer leopard-print or neon pink zebra stripes, go to town: it's completely up to you.
• Your second shopping staple is a pair of pants or shorts that can be worn easily when trying on shoes. Leggings  and jeggings are perfect, as well as skinnies that don't go past your ankles. The ideal type does depend on what kind of shoes you're aiming for, but these are pretty much good for anything. Shorts/skirt-wise, you're pretty much good with anything as long as you can imagine them with whatever you plan on buying, so you're co-ordinated while trying on shirts.
• For the shoes that you do wear shopping, your best bet is anything you can take off easily, whether you're trying on shoes or a new pair of jeans. Sandals, slip-on sneakers, flats (although not great for walking) and Uggs are perfect. I personally have a pair of calf-length leather boots that zip up on the inside and are still snug over slim-legged pants.
• You have two options for bags: you can either carry a small purse for your wallet and phone and accumulate bags as you go, or simply use a larger crossbody, tote or backpack if you don't plan on buying much.
• I personally do not recommend wearing a dress if only for the fact that it's much easier to try on separate pieces if you are already wearing separate pieces.

Thank you for reading, and as always I hope this helps.

-Scorpio

Bows

I've really been loving bows at the moment which is kind of funny because they were really popular and now they're dying down and for some reason out of nowhere I started wearing them more often then usual. The great thing about bows is that they make your outfit look instantly girly and they give a childish vibe. I'm really liking floral print bows lately. I've gotten most of my bows from the Ardene (a mostly Canadian clothing and accessory store) but I recently found out how to make my own bows on Macbarbie07's YouTube channel which I'm super excited about (I will have a link for it below). So if any of you guys have been loving bows recently then make sure to leave a comment down below. I'll be putting up 2 more posts on bows "Ways to wear bows" and "Where to look for the perfect bow" because it's too much to fit in one big post. So keep an eye out! As always the links are below.

-Virgo

Links:

Macbarbie07's Hair bow DIY video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Or3QTBmIKw

Sailor Stripes From ModCloth!

I started a sailing course yesterday and it is so much fun! I jumped off the boat a bazillion times and we got to swim at the end of the day. So I had some inspiration (you can say) to do a post on sailing stripes. I don't think this is currently trending but the style is classic and classics never go out of style. I actually found everything from ModCloth, an awesome fashion line. I'm not planning of wearing stripes when we are sailing but these are cute everyday summer outfit pieces. I love the stripes and anchors. The whole concept is really cute! The link for the website is below (like always). Enjoy!

-Virgo

     

                          

     

  

Links:

        http://www.modcloth.com/            

Swimming Athletic and Cute!

I'm in love with the current Lululemon swimwear collection. These swimsuits are stylish but enable you to actually swim without feeling as if your swimsuit is going to untie itself. It's completely practical which is such a relief because I'm taking a sailing course (which means a lot of tipping over) and I need a good comfortable swimsuit that I can trust. Moving on, the designs are very pretty. This summer I especially adore the colour blocking. Overall I think these swimsuits are perfect for those athletic people who still want to look stylish. As always the links are below so make sure to check it out!

-Virgo

                  

               

Links:

http://shop.lululemon.com/products/category/women-swimwear?mnid=mn;women;tops;swim

Think Pink Outfit Idea

I really love light pink, nude, and blues. This is a super girly outfit that kind of reminds me of Mean Girls, except without all the drama. I think this outfit is great for those girls who have an upcoming celebration,big event, or date. I was checking out the Seventeen website a little while ago and a found out the have a whole section devoted to how to do different hair styles. The nail polish below is from the company Butter London which, if you haven't tried it already, is awesome. The nail polishes come in such nice colours and they stay on for at least a week. They are more on the pricey side but completely worth it. I hope you like my little outfit inspiration post and I'll have the links for all the stores' websites below.

-Virgo

 

        Links

Butter London: http://www.butterlondon.ca/

Aeropostale: http://www.aeropostale.com/shop/index.jsp?categoryId=3534619

Forever 21: http://canada.forever21.com/Product/Main.aspx?BR=F21

Dynamite: http://www.dynamite.ca/

Aldo: http://www.aldoshoes.com/ca-eng

Seventeen Magazine Website: http://www.seventeen.com/

American Eagle: http://www.ae.com/web/canada/index.jsp

Macbarbie DIY Lace Trim Shorts Video

OMG this video is amazing. I finally know how to make awesome lace trimmed denim shorts and they're so cute. I found this video very useful and I simply had to share it with all of you guys. Enjoy!!! 

-Virgo   

Leather Skirts

OK! I don't know what's up but I'm loving leather jackets and now skirts? Wow! Lucy Hale has been wearing a lot of leather skirts and they're super cute. Leather skirts are cute for a late night out or a date. It's a flirty way to look tough (or a tough way to look flirty)! If you put on your confident walk and wear even a bit of leather it definitely makes you look independent. Pumps and red lipstick will make you look mysterious if your on a date and defining your eyebrows with a eyebrow pencil really finishes everything off. This is a great piece for a date when you want to look edgy.

-Virgo

         

My Favourite Fashion Blog!

All right, guys, we have to get serious! Daniela Ramirez is by far my favorite fashion blogger ever! She is a genius when it comes to fashion (honestly). Her blog is called Nany's Klozet and I check it almost everyday. That's how awesome the blog is; she is definitely one of my fashion inspirations. I suggest checking out her blog if you have time. As always links are below:

-Virgo

Links:

http://www.nanysklozet.com

Ways to Wear a Leather Jacket (celeb inspired)

I've been recently gushing about leather jackets, although it's summer. Many celebs have been sporting the jackets but the looks are different depending on how they're worn. This is a great choice for those breezy summer evenings when you and your buds are hitting the movie theater to watch the newest film. Here are some of my favorite ways to wear a leather jacket:      

Look #1:
I am in love with the show The Vampire Diaries and Katherine is my favorite character partly because of here amazing since of style. Her signature look, however, is a leather jacket over a plain solid colour t-shirt (with a scoop neck) which has little to no detail. This makes the look very simple and casual.

(Hint: Curled hair and cat eyes give it a mysterious look.)

Look #2:
This look is also from the show Vampire Diaries. The character Caroline is extremely girly. Exchange the signature black leather jacket with a green jacket that makes the outfit more fun and out there. You don't want to go over board with a detailed top but it doesn't hurt to have a soft pattern on your shirt or tank, especially one that complements your jacket colour. Pair this with skinny jeans and a trendy pair of boots and the look is flawless.

(Hint: The short jacket will make you look taller and emphasize your awesome curves.)

                                                                                                                                                   

Look #3:                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Leather and plaid complement each other perfectly. I absolutely love Emma Watson's dress and the jacket is the kind of touch that puts it over the top. If you are planing to incorporate plaid in your outfit I suggest to not go wild with a lot of colour because it can make it look a little messy. Stick with a classic plaid, one base tone without many colour variations. Your school might have uniforms and some of the uniforms include plaid skirts so there's your loop hole to being stylish!                                                                      (Hint: Put on a confident smile and you'll look amazing, I promise)                                                                                                                                           

                                                  

Look #4:

Light pink dress + Black leather jacket = amazingly pretty outfit! Throw on some pink lip gloss and cute pumps and you're off to the red carpet (but any special occasion would suf fice). Bring a clutch that complements the jacket (I suggest not picking a detailed clutch). Curling your hair or straightening may be too much but this is the chance to try out some soft waves. With this style, take care not to go overboard or it might look really forced.

-Virgo

Lily Collins + Leather Jackets = Adorable

Leather jackets can look really pretty over a girly top. Of course it's summer so it's really warm outside but a leather jacket is great for going to a movie with your friends on those chilly evenings.They give some edge to the outfit! I've never really liked the whole spikes/studded trend very much but I am really drawn to simply embellished leather jackets. I know Scorpio has a nice one but it's pretty worn out so she'll need a new one soon. It just so happens that Lily Collins has been sporting a lot of leather jackets and vests lately, making her perfect for the spotlight of this post. I'm in love with all three jackets that she is wearing below. I've never owned a leather jacket and I'm not in need of a jacket so I'll probably only be considering getting one for down the road. The middle picture is actually from the movie City of Bones, which I really want to see when it comes out. Enjoy!

-Virgo

         

Ariel Winter Rocks Floral!

  I'm absolutely in love with floral dresses and when I saw these pictures of Ariel Winter from the show Modern Family (one of my favourite shows) I completely flipped out. All three pictures are so cute. A halter floral dress is a great flirty way to kick off the summer. If you haven't noticed, they all have a cute style on the bust which can really highlight/create curves. I love the pink pumps in the middle picture because they play with the overall fun of the outfit. If you're planing to make the look more casual you can absolutely exchange the heels for flats. Of course I got tempted to find myself one since I need a new formalish (my new word) summer dress. Pictures of my finds are below and so are the links for the stores. Enjoy.

-Virgo

              

Links (left to right):

Far left: http://www.modcloth.com/shop/dresses/garden-arty-dress

Middle: http://canada.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?br=F21&Category=dress&ProductID=2034475959

Right: http://www.aeropostale.com/product/index.jsp?productId=18306706&cid=1149041

Wearing Canada!

 Happy Canada Day Everyone and Happy early Fourth of July! As always links are below:

-Virgo

Links:

Everything Shown Above (from Roots):          http://canada.roots.com/CanadaAwardsJacket/Women%27sTopsJackets//02010372,default,pd.html?navid=xsellPV