trendsday: sneakers

  

This time last year I was obsessing over the Nike sneaker wedges… and while my obsession with those never really ended, I am now obsessed with various other sneakers.  From calf hair, to leather, and sporty, to neon there sneakers out there to fit every style.  They just look so damn effortless.  I do not even know where to start or what to say but there are plenty of reasons that sneakers will be a staple in my wardrobe from here on out…

1. They instantly transform your overdone outfit to a casual "I just threw this on" vibe.  

2. They are comfortable, they do not squeeze your baby toe, or cut off the circulation in your feet. 

3. They look better with wear (for the most part).  Theres nothing better than a broken in pair.

4. They instantly make you look fun… a girl in fun sneakers obviously is always ready to participate in fun activities… 

5. They can be paired with such a wide variety of outfits… please name a pair of pointed flats that you can wear with athletic jeggings and a flirty skirt. 

I think I have proved that ultimately sneaker are an essential… if you don't believe me try them out or just view the fabulous photos above, again.

So far I have opted for these (they are on sale), but am falling in love with the look of these. 

photo 1 | photo 2 | photo 3 

Watercolor Me Fall

I love finding forgotten pieces from past years.  This silk Madewell shirt I was extra excited to bring back.  I am still inlove with the colorful patten as much as I was last fall.  I used the green jeggings to pull the vivid green color from the blended pattern and adding a white blazer sealed it togeather.

Naturally im wearing my favorite flats, and carrying my favortie bag.  I was sceptical albout my natural hair, but surprisingly my locks cooperated.  I find that getting a good natural look comes when you least expect it (I just wish it would cooperate when i'm running late to work). 

Hope everyone is having a great week! 

Spring Hues

{shirt, jacket (old), zara jeans (old), bag, shoes, necklace, sunglasses}

 I am thinking it is safe to put the heavy coat away, but you never know, this is New England.

I don't know if I am happier about blogging again or if I am happier about the weather change?  Needless to say I am euphoric about breaking out lighter layers and having constant feeling in my toes.  This outfit is basic, but that is what I love about spring.  A light button up and colored jeans is timeless.  The color of this top… gorgeous. 

Since starting my new job I can no longer wear denim, yes I cried a little (take a look at past posts, 90% denim).  But, it's okay because it pushes me to explore other options.  Spring shopping has been in full effect and although I should be saving I have been looking at some more classic style shirts and pants to accommodate my new dress code.  

Dark and Golden (Naked 3 Palette)

This here is my second look using the Naked 3 palette.  I love the versatility in colors and really enjoy creating these pictorials so let me know if there is any other palette you ladies would like to see used! 

This look is easy to create and requires little time or skill, just follow the 6 steps below! 

1) Cover the entire eyelid with "liar" this will be the base. 

2) Apply a mix of "darkside" and "blackheart" lightly to the outer half of the eyelid blending it as much as you can up into the crease.

3) Apply "strange" to the inner corner to highlight, this can also be applied under the brow bone.

4) With an eyeliner brush apply "darkside" to the lower lash line. 

5) Apply your choice of eyeliner, here I used Make Up Forever's Aqua Eyes.  

6) Apply either your favorite mascara or a pair of false lashes to enhance the eyes (if you do apply falsies make sure to go over them with eyeliner to conceal the lash band.  

*the lighting was a little off so thats why the eyes may look uneven.  

Jeans & a Tee

How great is this cardigan from Langford Market?  It is so cozy and lightweight, perfect for layering over a tee or dress.  Head on over to Langford Market to find out more about the sweater.  

p.s. it's 50% off! 

Soft and Gentle Eye (Naked 3 Palette)

Here is an eye look I created for the Beauty Bar Daily, it is soft and gentle and can be worn for day, or darkened a bit for night.  These are just the pictures, to read a full tutorial head on over to the Beauty Bar Daily for step by step instructions.

The Naked 3 palette has some seriously beautiful eyeshadows and is perfect for soft rose gold eye looks and day to day wear.  The colors are pigmented and can be applied effortlessly.

More tutorials coming soon.

Aztec & a Fur Vest

As these winter months go buy I cant help but get tired of wearing sweater after sweater.  When I can catch a break I like to mix things up.  This fur vest is an absolute favorite of mine, I purchased it last year while working at Bebe and it is just amazing.  It is a reversible fur vest, one side is suede and the other side is, yep you guessed it, fur!  I like to mix up the side that I wear, I am also fond of the cut out in the back.
I love wearing the fest with a feminine blouse, this one is my favorite right now, the detailing is so dainty and the cut is very flattering on me.  I paired the outfit with some olive jeggings for comfort and cheetah flats because who doesn't love some cheetah.
Unfortunately i have been sick in bed basically the entire weekend with a stomach bug (there goes my hopes for being back on schedule)

Hope everyone has a great week :)

Vest: Bebe (old) - can't find any similar :( 

Jeggings: American Eagle

Blouse: NRFB (sold out)

Shoes: Lulu's (sold out) 

Coat: Crush Boutique 

Scarf: Zara