- Aéropostale
- Aerie
- Aldo
- Charlotte Russe
- Eddie Bauer
- Fanzz
- Foot Locker
- FYE
- H&M
- Jos A Banks
- Journeys
- Lids
- LOFT
- Maurices
- Microsoft
- New York & Co
- Oakley
- PacSun
- Perfume Palace
- Pink
- The Walking Company
- Victoria's Secret
- Wet Seal
- XXI
- Yankee Candle
- Zales
Sunday, November 24, 2013
Black Friday Deals
Black Friday shopping has never been my cup of tea, but if you're willing to get out before the sun comes up, you can find some great deals! Here's a list of select stores opening at 8pm on Thanksgiving night at the Oak Park Mall, so if you finish dinner early you can try and beat the rush.
Monday, November 18, 2013
Holiday Party Dresses
With Christmas and New Years only being about a month away, it's time to start planning your party outfit. Whether you're going to a professional work party, or a night out with your girl friends, you need the perfect dress. Holidays allow for a little more glitz and glam than one might usually go for, so why not go all out? Black, white, or red are my favorite colors for a holiday outfit. Pinterest is a life saver when it comes to finding some inspiration, or maybe even something DIY. A dress with some type of sleeve is more weather appropriate, but if you can't find one you like, you can always toss on an edgy leather jacket or chic blazer.
PhotoCred: http://www.pinterest.com/search/pins/?q=holiday%20party%20dress&rs=ac&len=12
Winter Heels
Unfortunately, it's time to put away those adorable strappy wedges, and make room in your closet for a pair of perfect suede booties. Although it's common sense not to freeze your feet off when you hit the town, the unspoken rule of fashion means to cover up those toes once November rolls around, no open-toed pumps! Winter weather doesn't necessarily mean you can't still rock some eye catching footwear. Different fabric and texture make heels look more appropriate for the changing seasons. My personal favorite is anything satin or suede. Charlotte Russe has a great new selection of winter heels, all for around thirty to forty bucks.
PhotoCred: http://www.charlotterusse.com/thumbnail/Shoes/Boots-Booties/pc/2115/2656.uts
Chunky Sweaters for Cheap
Easily my favorite thing about winter is being able to curl up in a big bulky sweater. They'll never go out of style, so if you want to splurge on a name brand piece, I wouldn't discourage the thought. For those of you who enjoy getting more bang for your buck like me, Forever 21 is your one-stop-shop. They have a wide variety of patterns, colors, and styles, all for around twenty bucks!
Must-Have Mixed Knit Sweater- $22.80
PhotoCred: http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=sweater&ProductID=2000072470&VariantID=
Menswear-Inspired Marled Cardigan- $24.80
Zigzag Sweater- $22.80
PhotoCred: http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=sweater_printed&ProductID=2000066630&VariantID=
Cute and Comfy on Thanksgiving
It's hard to believe, but Thanksgiving is just around the corner! Everyone knows this is the one day that you can indulge in all your favorite foods and sweets, completely guilt-free. Holidays call for cute outfits, but who wants to pig out in a pair of tight pants? Here's a list of a few comfy solutions!
Tights/Leggings- a stretchy waist band leaves room for seconds without squeezing too tight
Dresses/Skirts- a flowy skirt doesn't draw attention to your stuffed stomach
Sweaters- a big chunky sweater is warm and loose so you can have as much pie as you want
Belts for Your Body
One of the easiest ways to pull an outfit together is by throwing in a neutral belt with a bright outfit, or giving your midsection a pop of color to match your favorite accessories. Most people don't think about how much a belt can impact your outfit, but they can either accentuate your curves or draw unwanted attention to your trouble areas.
Bigger Belly- if you have a little more in the belly section, don't think that a belt will draw negative attention. A well worn belt can create an hour-glass figure, and give the impression of a narrower waist. Wide belts around the middle of the waist slims down your stomach, and if you can find one with a figure-eight shaped buckle, it also creates the illusion of a tighter tummy.
Short Torso- to create a longer leaner look, pick a belt that is the same color as your outfit. Adding another color cuts your torso in half, making it look even shorter. Monochromatic outfits are subtly slimming, especially around the stomach.
Hour-Glass or Rectangle Figure- a wide belt placed on the waist looks great on both an hour-glass figure or a rectangular shape. It will enhance your figure even more, and belted jackets or sweaters are all the rage right now.
Skinny Frame- a wide belt could look over powering on a small frame, so go for a thinner belt to keep your body proportionate. Thin belts create a classy look with well-fitted pants or a sleek blazer.
Bigger Belly- if you have a little more in the belly section, don't think that a belt will draw negative attention. A well worn belt can create an hour-glass figure, and give the impression of a narrower waist. Wide belts around the middle of the waist slims down your stomach, and if you can find one with a figure-eight shaped buckle, it also creates the illusion of a tighter tummy.
Short Torso- to create a longer leaner look, pick a belt that is the same color as your outfit. Adding another color cuts your torso in half, making it look even shorter. Monochromatic outfits are subtly slimming, especially around the stomach.
Hour-Glass or Rectangle Figure- a wide belt placed on the waist looks great on both an hour-glass figure or a rectangular shape. It will enhance your figure even more, and belted jackets or sweaters are all the rage right now.
Skinny Frame- a wide belt could look over powering on a small frame, so go for a thinner belt to keep your body proportionate. Thin belts create a classy look with well-fitted pants or a sleek blazer.
Four Ways to Wear Head Scarves
Although it's a little more of a Spring/Summer trend, I'm in love with head scarfs right now. On those days that your hair just won't cooperate with you, which are the majority of the time for myself, a head scarf is a quick and easy way to hide your unruly hair. I've shared a video with four cute and simple variations of how to put on a wrap, hopefully it helps! Luxy Hair has a ton of simple tutorials, so check out her YouTube channel if you're looking for some inspiration.
https://www.youtube.com/user/LuxyHair?feature=watch
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