Obsession: Goyard Totes vs Longchamp

Pretty much every girl loves the ease and elegance of a Longchamp. The plastic durability makes it easy to take anywhere. With that being said I want to introduce my newest tote obsession...Goyard. These bags come in just about every bright color, and are chic enough to pair with skinnies and a blazer, but also laid back enough to carry with sweats. I recently became in love with them when I noticed that Longchamp imitators were everywhere. UrbanOg.com has their own version of the Longchamp, and its absolutely identical minus the logo. Of course its called by some other name, but it's a copy none the less. I saw this on multiple other sites and for me that takes the allure away from the original. When everyone you pass has the same bag its no longer a unique piece that you would be willing to spend $150 on. However, I was left with a gap where no other bag could fill that effortless plastic tote category.... that was until I landed upon Goyard. I feel like I'm rambling, but let me finish by saying it comes in great spring colors, and they all have great prints. Check them out below!

xoxo,

Christina

Walk like an Egyptian

It's safe to say we have a major Egyptian theme going on recently. From the giant gold cuffs, to the solid gold cuff necklaces, to the thick hammered gold belts. When you put them all on I cant kept but get flashbacks of channeling Cleopatra. Nonetheless, I happen to think it's a great summer trend, and if you buy the right pieces they can be pieces for a life-time. The biggest thing to keep in mind when you're going for this look is moderation. There is no need to wear all the pieces at once because I promise you will then look more like a costume then cute. Plus, gold is something that is timeless, so it won't be going out of style anytime soon.

Urban Outfitters Gold Cuff

Sabo Skirt Hair Cuff

loooooove the gold cuff belt.

Sabo Skirt necklace

Sabo Skirt Ring

Ring

So cute... want want want

xoxo,

Christina

Spring Trend: Front-tie tank blouses

There may not be anyone who loves a good blouse more then me. I'll never forget walking around Macy's 2 years ago feeling totally defeated when the sales associates told me that silk blouses were "a thing of the past" which they don't carry. That led me to a frantic search of vintage shops in Pasadena just to get my hands on anything I could find. Fast forward to 2012 & there isn't anywhere you can go without seeing a wide variety of blouses (finally!). And now, with special thanks to our British friends across the pond we have a new trend that crosses a Blouse with a Tank in complete harmony, coupled with class. Presenting, the front tie blouse.

The first time I saw this for Top Shop's spring collection I was kind of too excited to process it. The ease of a tank is left intact, while the elegance of the blouse is preserved. The cute front tie can be wore loosely for a simple accessory, or tied up to see just a bit of your tummy. Remember, this is about class & not trash so it's not meant to be a crop top!

ASOS

Parker Front Tie

ASOS

TopShop

You can throw this look on with a black skirt to look professional on a hot day, or some distressed flare jeans to be laid back boho. Whichever you choose, I think you will be very pleased with the versatility of this top. Top Shop & ASOS have the largest selection of this style because after all the trend originated in England. However I have spotted a few pieces at Forever 21 & Gap. I have a strong feeling it will be making its way to just about every story very shortly so keep your eyes peeled.

Happy shopping!

Xoxo,
Christina

Color-blocking for Spring

Why am I already thinking about Spring fashion? Oh yeah, because fashion week months ago gave me a taste of what's to come & I literally can hardly wait! It's just now approaching winter in Kentucky, but I would like to imagine myself somewhere warm where I can rock everything and no one would laugh at me for it.

Either way, one trend we will see majorly this Spring is color-blocking. This is a style of pairing clothes in ways you might not normally see it as going, with bright colors overlapped. For example, a normal outfit might have dark jeans, a blue top and some nude heels. With color blocking you wear a green skirt, with the blue shirt & pink pumps. All bright "wow" colors, & all worn together in harmony. It kinda sounds funky I know, but trust me the pictures below speak for themselves! It's so 2012 fashion, and it's going to catch on very quickly. Jeans are always going to be a staple but they are quickly being replaced by bright colored pants, skirts, leggings & shorts.

Bring on the color blocking for 2012!!

Treat yourself to sequins

I love everything that sparkles. Actually, most girls love anything that sparkles. The allure of sequins will be timeless, and it's something that will never fade. But why is it that we see so many more sparkly items for sale during the winter time? The answer to that is very simple. During the fall/winter we have to wear tights with our dresses, and coats, and scarves, and basically we are covered head to toe. Women want to feel sexy and cute even when its -32 degrees outside. Therefore, the addition of some pretty sparkle is exactly what's needed. A shimmery tote to add to your all black/grey outfit? Yes! Some rhinestone sparkle earrings to wear with your blazer? Yes! Sequins and shimmer are in this winter & I have a few great pieces to share with you! I am the kind of person that goes ALL out with a trend if I love it. Therefore I don't just want a sparkly bag or headband. I want full on sequin pants (which by the way yes, thanks to Siwy I DO own). I want a mini dress that is ALL gold sequins. Don't be afraid to be kind of crazy because I promise you people will look at you with admiration & maybe a little jealousy of why they didn't take the leap themselves first. Just to spark your interest ....

Siwy Hannah Sequin Pant

Urban outfitters

Sequin Dress

asos

xoxo,

Christina