My Style: Tik Tok New Year's Eve

My Style: Mustang Sally

Today's Look:  includes a knitted horse print sweater, denim short overalls, knee highs, and cut-out ankle boots.  It was a warm, sunny winter's day, so I thought it would be fun to wear shorts with thigh-high socks.  To start the look off, I chose the cut-off overalls and horse print sweater.  Since I've grown up in Arizona, I'm used to cowboys, ranchers, and farmers.  I, however, am allergic to animals and a city girl at heart, so with this outfit I had fun wearing overalls and horses since it's about as close as I will ever get to being a cowgirl.  To match the sweater, I chose thick, knitted, thigh-high socks and chunky ankle boots.  Finishing off the look, I wore heart-shaped, peace sign, dangle earrings, round sunglasses, two rings, and a black studded backpack.

Outfit Details:  Sweater c/o Charlotte Russe ❤, Overalls by Hippie Laundry at Tilly's (Tucson, Arizona), Thigh-Highs at Basement Marketplace (Flagstaff, Arizona), Ankle-Boots by Steve Madden at 6pm.com, Backpack by PINK at Victoria's Secret (Prescott, Arizona), Earrings & Black Band Ring at Earthbound Trading Co. (Flagstaff, Arizona), Sunglasses at urbanog.com, Silver Multi Ring from Forever 21 (Scottsdale, Arizona).

Fashion Tip:  Overalls have been around since the 1700s with most worn by workmen, but these days cut-off overalls or "shortalls" are a modern twist on the old classic. Definitely sexy, tomboy chic!

Denim overall links found here.

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My Style: Under the Mistletoe

Today's Look:  celebrates the deep reds of Christmas and the mystery/intrigue of black.  Over the holidays, families often gather together for a Christmas or celebratory feast to catch up and bond.  Every year, my family hosts at our house and we all exchange gifts and laughter.  It's normally an early dinner and casual-yet-nice attire is the norm.  This year, I wanted to wear something festive, feminine, and wintery-ish.  To start the look off, I chose a cozy, burgundy and beige striped sweater and black skater skirt.  For warmth, I chose knee-high burgundy socks and black combat boots.  I love the socks for their unique opaque-then-sheer design and ruffled top.  The boots are edgy yet sophisticated with a nice height and buckles.  Finishing off the look, I wore dark lipstick for drama, a black bedazzled headband for that innocent-school-girl kinda look, a sparkly, vintage necklace with matching earrings, and two rings.

Outfit Details:  Sweater & Boots c/o Charlotte Russe ❤, Skirt by Cemi Ceri at urbanog.com, Socks by Xhilaration at Target (Prescott, Arizona), Headband at P.J. Chilcottage (Flagstaff, Arizona), Black Band Ring from Earthbound Trading Co. (Flagstaff, Arizona), Stone Ring was a gift, Necklace & Earring were a gift from my grandmother (Vintage), Nail by Impress at Walgreens (Prescott, Arizona).

Fashion Tip:  Burgundy and black make a bold and edgy pair - perfect for fall and winter!

Wishing you all a wonderful holiday season and, if you celebrate Christmas, Merry Christmas!

Outfit links found here.

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Theme Party: 1920's Flapper & Great Gatsby

Over the holiday season, many businesses host holiday parties for customers to lift the spirits and bring in more sales, but often they also throw parties for their employees to celebrate and raise morale.  My father's employer always throws lavish Christmas parties with themes, ice sculptures, balloons, lights, DJ's, free drinks, raffles, and costumes at a local resort.  In the past, my dad has taken my mom every year as his date and they come back raving about the events.  This year, she couldn't go, so I got to attend.  

The theme this year was the Roaring Twenties which I thought was perfect since everyone is still buzzing about the recent movie The Great Gatsby.  To fully enjoy the party and be able to fit in with the theme, I wanted to have the perfect costume.  I researched women's and men's fashion from the decade and makeup as well.  I created the inspiration board above of what I liked from the wide variety of styles from the era.  I decided to channel a rebellious, yet sophisticated flapper while my dad liked the preppy, conservative gentleman look (like Gatsby).  

The Look:  To get the 1920's flapper look, I knew I needed a modest-length, sparkly dress, layered necklaces, heals, and a headband.  All are essential to pull off the look.  First,  I chose a sparkly black dress and fringe crop top.  I don't own a fringed dress, but the detailed top with fringed embellished rim worked perfectly on top of the dress.  Next, I borrowed two of my mom's pearl necklaces.  One was medium length while the second extra long which allowed me to double wrap the necklace around my neck.  To match the dark dress and top, I wore sheer black tights and strappy heels.  During my research, I discovered ladies back then wore strappy heels that were close-toed, but I don't own a pair, so my open-toed heels made due.  Finishing off the look, I wore a black, old fashioned leather clutch and big, antique-looking earrings that both were from my senior prom, believe it or not, and a white and gold beaded headband.  For my makeup I watched a YouTube tutorial which I included below.  For my hair, I wore a curled updo.  There are a ton of tutorials on 1920's hairstyles as well, but I simply curled my hair using a heated wand, from top to bottom, and used an excessive amount of bobby pins to create a messy yet chic side bun.  

The party was an absolute success.  When my dad and I arrived, we were immediately welcomed by 1920's attire everywhere with everyone in a great mood.  We received numerous compliments on our costumes and had a blast dancing, mingling, and taking photos.  The dinner and dessert they served were tasty, and the guests at our table were lively and talkative.  

Party Tip:  When you get invited to a theme party, don't be too shy to dress up or you'll miss out on half the fun!  Be bold by wearing a funky costume and have a blast dancing the night away!

My Style: White Christmas

Today's Look:  creates bold contrast using the most famous opposites, black and white.  It was a chilly, overcast day, so I first chose a peacoat with white and gold detailing.  The coat is soft and cozy, along with being flattering and feminine.  Next, I chose black jeggings, black socks, and black ankle boots featuring a buckle embellishment.  To accessorize, I chose white/gold bracelet, gold bedazzled watch, gold hoop earrings, black/gold funky sunglasses (cat-eye frame with gold rimmed circular lenses), and two rings.  Last but not least, I wore an oversized, black purse to match the boots and complete the look.

Outfit Details:  Coat c/o Charlotte Russe ❤, Jeggings by Hue at Dillard's (Prescott, Arizona), Boots by Steve Madden from 6pm.com, Purse from Sage Brush Trading Co. (Flagstaff, Arizona), Sunglasses from Black Hound Gallerie (Flagstaff, Arizona), Earrings at Macy's (San Antonio, Texas), Bracelet from Charlotte Russe (Scottsdale, Arizona), Watch from Charming Charlie (Tucson, Arizona), Rings from Premiere Designs.

Fashion Tip:  Peacoats are great for the fall and winter seasons.  The styles and colors can range from looking hipster to chic.  A white peacoat is always classy and stands out.

More ways to rock white peacoats and outfit links found here.

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My Style: Into the Woods

Today's Look:  is all about the "it" color mint and inspired by classy, east coast prepster style.  Mint has been a popular color all year long, but I think wearing a splash of mint is still fresh and unique this season.  To start the look off, I first chose the soft and cozy popcorn knit sweater and white skinny jeans.  Next, I chose the mint beaded, teardrop cluster necklace.  The necklace is chunky yet light and matched the sweater beautifully.  To contrast the bright white pants and light mint sweater, I chose tall, dark brown boots and a wool, charcoal peacoat.  Finishing off the look I wore white gloves, a white/gold bracelet, two rings, and gold stud earrings.

Outfit Details:  Sweater, Necklace, & Earrings c/o Charlotte Russe ❤, Peacoat by Tommy Hilfiger at 6pm.com, Jeans by Miss Me at Dillard's (Prescott, Arizona), Boots by Steve Madden at stevemadden.com, Rings from Premiere Designs, Bracelet from Charlotte Russe, Gloves were a gift.

Fashion Tip:  The colors mint and white go beautifully together whether you're decorating your house or deciding what to wear.  The color combination has a calming effect with a classy finish.

"Opportunity is not a lengthy visitor." ― Stephen Sondheim, Into the Woods

More ideas on how to rock mint sweaters and outfit links found here.

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My Style: Winter Wonderland

Today's Look:  channels the childhood character Little Red Riding Hood with a modern twist.   Consisting of mountains covered in pine trees, northern Arizona becomes truly beautiful under a blanket of snow.  Yes, the temperature is freezing, but the scenery is breathtaking.  Inspired by the dark, snow covered woods, I first chose a flowing, long-sleeved maroon top, tan and black, aztec-design leggings, and black combat boots.  Next, I chose a black with white skulls and crowns scarf to add contrast, as well as edge (we all know the story of Little Red Riding Hood wasn't a bright and happy one).  Next, I chose the shearling coat for warmth and irony (normally shearling coats are made out of sheepskin, which pays tribute to the wolf in the story).  Finishing off the look, I wore dark lipstick for dramatic effect, dangling skull earrings to match the scarf, and two rings for good measure.

Outfit Details:  Boots & Leggings c/o Charlotte Russe ❤, Coat by Cherokee at Target (Prescott, Arizona), Top by Lani California at Sage Brush Trading Co. (Flagstaff, Arizona), Scarf by Nollia at Fancy That (Prescott, Arizona), Earrings from Earth Bound Trading Co. (Flagstaff, Arizona), White Stone Ring at nastygal.com, Faith Ring from Premiere Designs.



Fashion Tip:  Shearling coats are not only warm, but they're also trendy.  Great for making a winter outfit fashionable.

“Alas for those girls who've refused the truth: The sweetest tongue has the sharpest tooth.” 

― Jack Zipes, Little Red Riding Hood and Other Classic French Fairy Tales

Shearling coat links found here.

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