Tuesday, 6 September 2011

Hot Trends Made Affordable - Polka Dots & Stars Fall 2011

       As you may know, polka dots and stars have been dubbed the hottest prints for this fall. Seen on the runway from the likes of Marc Jacobs, Stella McCartney, and Diane Von Furstenberg, these patterns have proven to look sharp and sophisticated with a playful undertone. Whether you choose to incorporate these prints into your outfits in a big way, or with small accents and accessories, this hot trend can fit any budget. 


UNDER $50
Forever 21 - Polka Dot Top $23.80
Forever 21 - Circle Print Top $23.80
Cheerleading.com - Printed Soffe Shorts $6.99
Charlotte Russe - Star-Pattern Fishnet Tight $7.50
Charlotte Russe - Printed Chiffon Crop Top $19.99


$100 AND UNDER

Zara - Top with Stars $59.90
Topshop - Teal Spot Pencil Skirt $76


Zara - Polka Dot Blouse $59.90
Aldo - HAFEN $100




OVER $100

Anthropologie - Nighscape Blazer $488

Marc Jacobs - Techno Twill with Black Dots $850
Dolce & Gabbana - Knee length Skirt $675

Urban Outfitters - Lovers + Friends Woodstock Short $118 (Online Only)





Monday, 5 September 2011

It's almost that time of the year once again!

For the coveted Pumpkin Spice Latte to hit Starbucks cafes once again and like the rest of us, I can't wait until it's back in town! As an avid coffee enthusiast, I fell in love with this drink ever since I first had one years back now. I guess since I have been drinking it for so long, I immediately think of PSLattes when the fall comes around.

I was researching the seasonal drink today and I came across a rumour that you can get the drink in your local store if you just ask! It's apparently part of the "secret menu" but I'm doubting that you will be able to get your hands on one until the store actually gets the shipment of syrup, or flavouring, or really whatever it is that makes a Pumpkin Spice Latte a pumpkin spice latte.

As you may know, Chicago won Starbucks' national contest to see which town could promote themselves the most in order to recieve the drink a week or so before every other town. I believe it has also hit Seattle, which I would hope it has seeing as how it's Starbucks' hometown.

I'll try and see if I can really get my hands on one before they are officially back using the "just ask for it" method and I'll let you know if it really does work.

All I know is that until I get one in my hands, I'll just daydream of the sweet, delicous, pumpkin-yness with cinnamon and nutmeg on top.

Back To School Fashion Video (Bring your Summer Wardrobe into Fall)

I came across this video on youtube (by chrisellelim) about how to transition your clothes from Summer to Fall. I have seen other videos like this, but none of the outfits were as creative, fashionable, and well-thought out as these. Enjoy :)

How do you transition pieces from your wardrobe from Summer to Fall?