Hi everybody! Today I wanted to show you guys my outfit that I wore on Sunday. We were celebrating my grandma’s birthday and we ordered Italian food then went to my great-grandma’s house.
Sheer Cream Paisley Shoulder-Cutout Dress with Slip- Ross, $20
Brown Lace-Up Wedge Sandals- Dressbarn, $35
This is a more boho-chic casual-dressy look that I am super proud of, and I think it’s super cute. I hope you guys enjoyed this post, and see you next time!
Hello Everyone! Today I went shopping with my friend for a dress for my formal school dance. So I’m super excited to make a post for getting ready for formal night later this month. Anyways, today I’m going to show you guys how to do this cool hairstyle I discovered. I found the directions for a braid on Pinterest, but it I looked totally different when I did it so I’ll just tell you my way of doing it. Let’s get started!
Step 1: Part your hair to the side.
Step 2: On the side of your part with more hair, grab a 1-inch section in the front, divide it in two, then divide those sections in two.
Step 3: The easiest way to think of doing this is to number each section from left to right, 1-4.
Step 4: Take section 4 and put it over section 3. Then take section 2 and put it over one, then wrap it under one and over section 4 (which will be in the right side of the middle at this point)
Step 5: Renumber the sections left to right, 1-4, and repeat step 4 until you get to a stopping point.
Step 6: Secure the braid with some bobby pins, and put a cute bow or clip over them if you would like.
The finishing result:
This little braid is pretty easy once you get the hang of it, and it looks super cute for school. I love this for a more casual day. I hope you guys enjoyed this post, and see you next time!
Hello everyone! Today I wanted to show you guys some stylish looks from the spring 2015 runway. I hope these styles will inspire you and that you will try them out.
#1: Gladiator Sandals
I love these sandals. They are a great way to add a bit of edge to a girly outfit on a hot day. I have a short pair of them because I’m not brave enough to wear the knee-high ones. I have seen these a lot and I know that this is one of the top trends this season.
Alexander McQueen Spring 2015
Chloé Spring 2015
Valentino Spring 2015
#2: Metallic Sandals
These are great statement shoes! They’re relaxed and casual enough for hot spring days, yet shiny and metallic like jewelry so you can dress up or dress down an outfit.
Peter Som Spring 2015
Just Cavalli Spring 2015
#3: Platform Sandals
These shoes tend to be a more modern, sporty look which I don’t wear much but for some reason, I am infatuated with them. They also are usually super comfortable, even if they don’t look like it.
Creatures of the Wind Spring 2015
Derek Lam Spring 2015
#4: Bold Tropicals and Florals
Everybody knows that floral print is pretty much the epitome of spring fashion. But now tropical prints are in style, and I am obsessed! It is currently my favorite clothing pattern and I think it adds a cute vibe to any outfit.
Osklen Spring 2015
Michael Kors Spring 2015
#5: Bucket Bags
I am also obsessed with bucket bags. I think they are dually cute and functional. I don’t currently have one, but I am saving up since I love them so much.
Ralph Lauren Spring 2015
Tony Burch Spring 2015
#6: Gingham Print
To be honest, I’m personally not a big fan of gingham, but it is all over the place in magazines and on the runway. This is a huge trend for this season, and I would recommend for you to try it out if you like it.
Oscar de la Renta Spring 2015
Diane Von Furstenberg Spring 2015
#8: Bright Little Duffel Bags
These are some bright, boldly colored bags that can hold everything you need. They are a medium-sized bag, and perfect for toting around on a day out.
Fendi Spring 2015
Moschino Spring 2015
#8: 70’s inspired fringe
As most of you all probably know, the 70’s are back, and fringe is a perfect way to make your outfit more boho. I don’t wear fringe much, but I will try more since it’s so popular on the runways.
Proenza Schouler Spring 2015
Alberta Ferretti Spring 2015
Those are all of the prominent runway trends this season. I hope you guys enjoyed this post, and see you next time!
Hi guys! Today I wanted to show you some shoes I’ve been wearing this spring and that I’ll be wearing in summertime. I hope to inspire you guys in what shoes you wear. Let’s get started!
Black Silver-Studded Short Gladiator Sandals- Steinmart, $25
These shoes are great for if you want to get into the gladiator sandal trend, and want to look bold without looking too crazy. They add the perfect bit of edginess to a summer outfit.
Purple+ Orange Galaxy Vans- Vans, $50
This is a more casual tennis shoes that can be easily worn with almost anything. Plus the galaxy trend is vey popular.
Rose Gold Sandals- Kmart, $10
Metallic sandals are super stylish this season, and will probably be throughout the summer too. I love rose gold, and I constantly wear sandals or flip flops during the summer so these are great for any outfit. I think these would look nice with a cute romper or jumpsuit.
Brown Lace-Up Wedges- Dressbarn, $35
These shoes are more bohemian, which goes along with 70s/festival type trend going on right now. I think these would look very cute with a flowy dress.
Leopard-Print Cole Haan Sandals- From a friend
These are definitely some higher-end sandals. I would mostly wear these to dress up an outfit, like if I’m going out to dinner in the summer.
Floral Bow Flats- Target, $18
Floral is an obvious spring and summer trend, and the adorable bows on these flats make this print look even cuter.
Mint Almond-Toe Gold Studded Flats- Kohls, $20
Mint green is one of my favorite colors to wear in the spring, and I love how the studs on the back of the flats add a little edginess to an otherwise girly shoe.
Black Platform Sandals- $23
These shoes are definitely more modern than the others. I think they would look especially great with a romper or jumpsuit to make a very modern, streamlined look. And despite their appearance, these are extremely comfortable and easy to walk in.
Those are all of my spring and summer shoes. I hope you liked this post, and it inspired you for footwear. See you guys next time!
Hi everybody! Today I wanted to show & tell you guys how to mix patterns. I know some people are afraid to do this in case it looks too bold for them, but I want to help you if you are that kind of person. Even if you don’t particularly need help with this, it could still give you potential outfit ideas. So let’s get right into this post!
(These pictures included are just examples I found on Pinterest, they’re not actually me)
1. Patterns using the same color
All of these outfits have a similar color or colors in them to help balance out the boldness of the outfits.
2. Use colors in the same color family. For example, if your main outfit focus is mostly blue, you should use colors in the cool family (more blue, green, purple, blue-grays, etc)
3. Use the same pattern in two clothing items, either of different sizes of pattern, or inverted colors, or going in a different direction (for instance, vertical stripes+ horizontal stripes)
4. Mix patterns that have contrasting colors (black+white, red+green, orange +blue, yellow+purple)
5. Mix patterns with a similar shape to them (geometrical patterns like stripes, plaid, etc. go super well together.)
6. If you get really good at mixing prints, you can try to add completely different patterns together. Sometimes this looks amazing.
That’s all for today’s post! I hope you guys enjoyed it, and see you next time!
Hey everyone! Today I am going to tell you what my favorite things from this month were. I hope you guys will try some of this stuff out!
Music
Alternative Pop:
Books
Girl Online by Zoe Sugg
This book is by one of my favorite YouTubers, Zoella, so I wanted to check it out. It turned out to be way better than I thought it would be. I would recommend this book to someone who likes romances and dramas.
Summary: Penny has a secret. Under the alias Girl Online, Penny blogs her hidden feelings about friendship, boys, high school drama, her quirky family, and the panic attacks that have begun to take over her life. When things go from bad to worse at school, her parents accept an opportunity to whisk the family away for Christmas at the Waldorf Astoria in New York City. There, Penny meets Noah, a gorgeous, guitar-strumming American. Suddenly she is falling in love- and capturing every moment she shares with “Brooklyn Boy” on her blog. But Noah has a secret too, one that threatens to ruin Penny’s cover- and her closest friendship- forever.
Fang Girl by Helen Keeble
This is a hilarious drama about a girl’s “life” as a newly turned vampire. I wouldn’t normally read this type of book because they tend to be kind of cheesy, but this one was incredibly done. I would recommend this to any Young-Adult reader.
Summary: Sure, the idea of vampires is sexy, but who actually dreams of spending eternity as a pasty, bloodthirsty fifteen- year- old? Not me. Unfortunately, the somewhat psychotic vampire who turned me didn’t bother to ask first. Now I’m dealing with parents who want me to vamp them, a younger brother who’s convinced I’m a zombie, and a seriously ripped vampire hunter who either wants to stake me or make out with me. Not sure which. Oh and PS, none of my favorite fanfic prepared me to deal with vampire politics- which are looking pretty tricky based on the undead Elder trying to hunt me down. What’s a vampire- obsessed fan girl turned real- life fanggirl supposed to do?
Don’t look back by Jennifer L. Armentrout
Thus book is sort of a crime-drama/ mystery which is my favorite type of book. This was very-well written, and I enjoyed it a lot.
Summary: Samantha is a stranger in her own life. Until the night she disappeared with her best friend, Cassie, everyone said Sam had it all- popularity, wealth, and a dream boyfriend. Sam has resurfaced, but she has no recollection of who she was or what happened to her that night. As she tries to piece together her life from before, she realizes it’s one she no longer wants any part of. The old Sam took “mean girl” to a whole new level, and it’s clear she and Cassie were more like best enemies. Sam is pretty sure that losing her memories is like winning the lottery. She’s getting a second chance at being a better daughter, sister, and friend, and she’s falling hard for Carson Ortiz, a boy who has always looked out for her- even when the old Sam treated him like trash. But Cassie is still missing, and the facts about what happened to her that night aren’t just buried deep inside Sam’s memory- someone else knows, someone who wants to make sure Sam stays quiet. All Sam wants is the truth, and if she can unlock her clouded memories of that fateful night, she can finally move on. But what if not remembering is the only thing keeping Sam alive?
Famous last words by Katie Alender
I’ve read one of this author’s books before, and I loved it. I loved this one as well. This is a murder mystery/paranormal mystery. It is upper exciting, and captivating. I would definitely recommend this to people who like mysteries.
Summary: Willa is freaking out. Lately, it seems she’s seeing things. Like a dead body in her swimming pool. Frantic, scribbled messages on her walls. A reflection that is not her own. It’s almost as if someone- or something- is trying to send her a message. Meanwhile, a killer is stalking Los Angeles- a killer who reenacts famous movie murder scenes with his victims: pretty teenage girls. Could Willa’s strange visions have to do with these unsolved murders? And whom can she confide in? There’s Marnie, her new best friend, who may not be totally trustworthy. And there’s Reed, who’s ridiculously handsome and seems to get Willa. There’s also Wyatt, who’s super-smart but unhealthily obsessed with the Hollywood Killer. All Willa knows is, she has to confront the possible ghost in her house, or she just might lose her mind. And if she doesn’t untangle the mystery of the Hollywood Killer… She just might lose her life.
Beauty
Elf eye primer & liner sealer, $3
So far I have only tried the eye primer side, because I’m not sure if I what to make some eyeshadow like liquid eyeliner, but this stuff is amazing. It’s the best eye primer I have ever used. I put this on, then put on eyeshadow yesterday and went to school. When I got home I checked to see if it had worked, and the eyeshadow stayed on for a full 7-8 hours.
Maybelline New York Lipstck in Make Me Pink- $7
I am in love with this lipstick color! It is a mix between purple and pink, which is a perfect shade for spring.
Here is what it looks like on:
Miscellaneous
Floral Bouquet Candle- Target, $3
This candle has such cute packaging! It also has a sweet, subtle flower scent that is great for spring. It’s also perfect for people who don’t like strong or overpowering candles.
Two-year Planner- Target, $1
I use this planner for organizing my blog posts. I write down what I think I will do for my post on which day so I can keep track of my ideas. I also love how this is for two years, so I can do the same next year.
That’s all for my April Favorites! I hope you guys enjoyed my post, and see you next time!
Hi guys! I’ve been shopping quite a bit recently and I’ve accumulated a lot of clothing I wanted to show you guys. Today is Part 2 of my Spring Haul 2015! Here is Part 1 if you haven’t seen it already:
https://nicolefemme2000.wordpress.com/2015/03/15/spring-haul-2015-pacsun-kohls-and-more/
And now, here is Part 2!
Target
Clothing:
Purple and Black Bikini Bottoms: $18
I got these to go with the bikini top that I showed in the Part 1 of the Spring Haul 2015. Here is the top:
Black and Gray Sports Bra: $15
I got this sports bra because I don’t really have any sports bras. This also looks super comfortable.
Black knee-high socks: $3
I know I can’t really wear these in spring, but I don’t have any of these so I knew I needed them for the winter.
Orange Pretzel Socks: $1.50
I love pretzels, and I thought this pattern was adorable so I had to get these socks.
Gray Cactus Socks: $1.50
I put this sock in my hand so it was easier to see because these are so cute! I love these socks.
Shoes:
Brown Ankle Booties: $22 on sale
I really needed brown boots and when I saw these I fell in love with them. They are great for almost any time of the year, and they match a lot of stuff.
Floral Bow Flats: $18 on sale
These are perfect for spring time, with the cute bows and the floral pattern. Plus they were on sale!
Black Elastic Platform Sandals: $23
I really like platform shoes, and I’m not exactly sure why. These are nice, modern shoes you can wear with pretty much anything. And these may look like they hurt, but they’re surprisingly extremely comfortable.
Beauty:
Covergirl TruBlend Concealer: $8
I ran out of concealer, and the brand I normally use was it of the color I needed, so I just bought this similar one. I hope it works just as well!
Elf Eye Primer and Liner Sealer: $3
This is a unique product. I was only looking for an eye primer, which is what one side is, but the other side is special. The other side has a product which basically converts any eye shadow into something like liquid eyeliner. I think this is super cool, and I’ll definitely use it all of the time.
Elf Lip Exfoliator: $3
This is something I’ve been looking for for a while. This product basically takes all of the dead skin off of your lips. This is helpful if you want to wear lipstick but your lips are too chapped.
Others:
Blue Beach Towel: $13
Gold Candleholders: $1 each
I got these to hold some of my candles that don’t have any protection so I could burn them safely.
Charging Cord: $5
I had to get his because my phone’s charging cord frayed and almost stopped working.
Shoe Storage: $12
I got this because now I have too many shoes to fit in my closet so I needed more storage.
Kmart
Black Cutout Romper: $15
I love rompers, and I think the little cutout in the upper stomach area makes this so much cuter. This was so cheap, and it matches a lot as well.
Flower Crop Top: $10
I am obsessed with crop tops, and I like shirts with flowers on them as well. (The words on the shirt is the flower’s name)
Rose Gold Sandals: $10
Metallic sandals are so stylish this season, and I love the color of these. They look super nice, but they were cheap.
Ross
Black Skinny Jeans: $7 on sale
I had to get these jeans because I grew out of my old pair of black jeans. Plus these were amazingly cheap.
Black Horoscope Tank Top: $10
I really like the look of this tank top. It’s also very soft and comfy.
TJ Maxx
White Super High-Waisted Scalloped Shorts: $15
I’m in love with the scalloped edge on these shorts. I also like how these go up super high to go with shorter crop tops you might have.
Sheer Striped Tropical T-Shirt: $15
I like the unique look of sheer stripes throughout the shirt. I think it’s a creative way to stay cool on hotter days.
Mesh Embroidered Red Flannel Shirt: $15
I think the panels on the shirt are super special. I have never seen anything like this. I also just love flannels so I think this is perfect for me.
That’s all for Part 2 of my Spring Haul 2015! I hope you guys enjoyed it, and see you next time!
Hello everybody! Today I wanted to do another nails post because I’ve only done two of these and I know you guys really love these, so I hope y’all like this one too. I am doing nail art with sharpies for an easy beginners nail idea.
What you will need:
I used Sally Hansen in Hard To Get
Step 1: Paint on your clear base coat if you have it.
Step 2: Paint on your nail polish color with as many coats as you need for it to be opaque.
Step 3: Once your nail polish has dried, make a design or pattern with sharpie. (It may be hard for the sharpie to show up, so I would recommend to dot the sharpie to let the ink pool up a bit.)
Step 4: Once the sharpie has dried, gently paint on the topcoat. If you do not do this carefully, the sharpie ink could smear and it won’t look good unless that’s the kind of look you’re going for.
Step 5: Clean up the excess nail polish around the nails.
And you’re done! This is so easy and quick, and looks like you put a lot of time and effort into it when you didn’t. This is a great way for beginners to do nail art, or good if you don’t have much time, but want more than just plain nails. I love how this turned out, and I will definitely do it again. I hope you guys enjoyed this post, and see you next time!
Hello everyone! Today I wanted to show you guys another hairstyle post since I haven’t done very many of these. I also just made this up myself to see how it would turn out and I love it. So let’s just get right into this post!
What you will need:
Step 1: Take the top layer of your hair and put it up using your hair clip or hair tie.
Step 2: Using your curling iron or wand, curl the bottom layer of your hair.
Step 3: Let your top layer of hair loose, and curl it too. Make sure you have curled all of your hair.
Your hair should look similar to this:
Step 4: Using your paddle brush, brush through each curl once.
Your hair should look like this:
And you’re done! This is so simple and looks gorgeous when done! Plus it lasts for about 2 days which is awesome. I really love this hairstyle, and I’m going to wear it all the time. I hope you guys will try it out too. See you next time!
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