My Style: Out with a Bang

Today's Look:  is all about being quirky, but not at the price of being uncool.  To start the look off, I chose my bedazzled "Bang!" sweatshirt and high-waisted, bleach denim shorts.  The sweatshirt has a basic cut with long sleeves and round neckline.  Since the weather is still warm, I pushed up the sweatshirt's sleeves.  The shorts are not only white-washed, but are also embellished with silver, dome studs on one side.  I like how the dark black contrasts with the white bleached shorts.  Next, I chose my cut-out ankle boots with silver buckles and my silver-studded, black backpack to match.  Finishing off the look, I wore a black/silver bracelet, three rings, "Pow!" earrings, and curled my hair to add that last feminine touch.  

Outfit Details:  Sweatshirt at Forever 21 (Tucson, Arizona), Shorts at Forever 21, Boots by Steve Madden at 6pm.com, Backpack by Pink at Victoria's Secret (Prescott, Arizona), Earrings at Forever 21, Rings at Aeropostale (Tucson, Arizona). 

Fashion Tip:  Cut-out ankle boots work nicely with shorts, pants, skirts, and even dresses.  They can be used in place of any regular ankle boot or sandal in an outfit.  Socks are normally not worn with cut-out boots, but occasionally tights are.  

Photography by Billy Stuckman

Comic book inspired clothing and photo links found here.

  Rihanna               Karen Gillan               Cara Delevingne             Chelsea Kane

My Style: Dr. Martens Special

Today's Look:  has multiple statement pieces, from the velvet-tiger sweatshirt, spiked backpack, white Dr. Martens, to the "Fearless" charm bracelet.  Today's outfit is special, because my brother, who is a professional photographer and videographer, is in town visiting.  He was the photographer of today's photo-shoot.  To start the look off, I chose my light gray, embellished sweatshirt and white-washed, charcoal skinny jeans.  Next, I chose my white leather boots, spiked backpack, and white/black, charm bracelet.  Since the outfit is edgy, I wore my hair in loose curls to soften the look.  Finishing off the outfit, I wore three rings, black stud earrings, and cat-eye sunglasses.

Outfit Details:  Top by Forever 21 (Tucson, Arizona), Pants by Express (Scottsdale, Arizona), Boots by Dr. Martens at choicestore.co.uk, Backpack by River Island at riverisland.com, Sunglasses at Forever 21, Bracelets by BCBGeneration at Dillard's (Prescott, Arizona), Rings and Earrings at Aeropostale (Tucson, Arizona). 

Fashion Tip:  If you're in the United States and considering buying Dr. Martens, it's somewhat of an ordeal.  Not only is it difficult to decide what color to pick, but it is also difficult to figure out what size to buy.  Dr. Martens come in so many different shapes, colors, and patterns, and only are sold in U.K. whole sizes. Even though so many funky options are out there, when buying Dr. Martens, I recommend going with a solid color in the classic cut.  I'd say red and black are the two most popular colors of the brand.  Now, with which shoe size to buy, it can be tricky.  I researched the comparisons of U.K. sizes to U.S. and came to the conclusion that the U.K. sizes are one below the U.S. sizes.  Therefore meaning, a U.K. 7 is equal to a  U.S. 8.  I am a 6-6.5 so I bought a U.K. 5 and it fits great.  Even if you order your boots online, I definitely recommend going into a local store to try on a pair, making sure you like the fit. 

Photography by Billy Stuckman 

Above, I included a collage I made of some color options for Dr. Martens. Shoes and photo links found here. 

  Emma Roberts      Behati Prinsloo      Jessica Alba       Miley Cyrus       Gwen Stefani

My Style: The 411 on Navy with Black

Today's Look:  is all about breaking the rules.  One of my favorite fashion rules to break is the "Never wear navy with black" rule.  Many people in business wear navy suits and black shoes and don't match them with a black belt, or wear brown shoes with black socks.  When doing so, they are considered to be doing a faux pas or fashion suicide.  When done correctly, the colors navy blue and black look great together.

To start the look off, I chose my navy high-low blouse and gray, whitewashed miniskirt.  I loved how the top was loose, as well as long in the back and how the form-fitting skirt looked nice underneath it.  In honor of back to school, I wore my black, studded backpack and black high-heeled ankle boots to add some edge.  Finishing off the look, I wore a beaded pendant necklace, a silver fish bracelet, three rings, and a spiked, black headband.

Outfit Details:  Top at Forever 21 (Tucson, Arizona), Skirt by Nollie at PacSun (Scottsdale, Arizona), Boots at Charlotte Russe (Tucson, Arizona), Backpack by Pink at Victoria's Secret (Prescott, Arizona), Necklace at Buckle (Prescott, Arizona), Headband at Claire's (Tucson, Arizona),  Earrings at Fancy That (Prescott, Arizona), Stone Ring at Disney Vault 28 (Anaheim, California), Band Rings at Aeropostale (Tucson, Arizona).

Fashion Tip:  When wearing navy with black,  make sure to pull each color into the outfit.  For example I pulled the black ankle boots in by wearing a black backpack.  Also, a loose high-low blouse is perfect to wear with a tight mini skirt.  The blouse not only makes the skirt more modest, but it also makes a unique outfit.  

Below, I included more outfit ideas of how to rock black and navy together.  

Clothes, accessories, and photo found here.  

 Katie Holmes      Rachel Bilson    Audrina Patridge     Anne Hathaway    Kate Hudson

My Style: How to Rock High-Heeled Ankle Boots

Today's Look:  is all about the camouflage ankle boots.  I have been wanting a pair of high-heeled ankle boots for awhile, but I never found the perfect ones until I saw these.  I love the coloring, the design, and how they're edgy but not overbearing.  To start the look off, I chose my lace-up boots, green skinny jeans, and embellished gray top.  I chose the From NY to L.A. top because I wanted something with writing, but not too much design so it wouldn't take away from the shoes.  Next, I chose my double pendant necklace and big silver hoop earrings.  Finishing off the look, I wore a silver watch, two rings, a gray and black headband, and my black fringe purse.

It has been debated about who came up with the heeled ankle boot design first and who did it better.  The top two contestants are Jeffrey Campbell and Steve Madden.  These two top shoe designers went to battle.  Jeffrey Campbell even went as far as to sue Steve Madden for allegedly copying his design.  Personally, I love both brands and both designs.  I would love to hear what you think.  Feel free to leave a comment!   Work cited and more information about the case found here.

Outfit Details:  Top at American Eagle (Tucson, Arizona),  Pants by Bullhead Denim Co. at PacSun (Tucson, Arizona), Shoes by Qupid at Charlotte Russe (Tucson, Arizona), Purse by American Eagle at ae.com, Headband at Claire's (Prescott, Arizona), Necklace and Earrings by Lucky Brand at Dillard's (Prescott, Arizona), Watch at Charming Charlie's (Tucson, Arizona).

Fashion Tip:  I know I have said when wearing camo clothing don't pair the camo piece with green, but with shoes it's different.  Camo shoes are rare and work very well with green articles of clothing without looking too army-ish.  

Trend Alert:  High-heeled Ankle Boots!  Below, I included a collage of high-heeled ankle boots and a link to them. 

Ankle Boots and Photos found here.  

Emma Roberts            Miranda Kerr           Ashley Tisdale         Kim Kardashian

My Style: Holy Chic

Today's Look:  is all about the creeper shoes.  Creeper shoes have been appearing more and more on celebrities, bloggers, and in stores.  To start the look off, I chose my "Holy Chic" tank top and high-waisted, denim cut-offs.  Since I normally wear black socks with my creepers, I thought I would change it up by wearing sheer black tights. To match the black suede shoes, I wore a black fringed purse.  Finishing off the look, I wore a metallic bracelet, round sunglasses, two rings, and dangle cross earrings.

Outfit Details:  Top at Forever 21 (Tucson, Arizona),  Shorts by Good Time at urbanog.com, Sunglasses at urbanog.com, Purse by American Eagle at ae.com, Shoes by Wild Diva at urbanog.com, Earrings and Big Ring at Buckle (Prescott, Arizona.)

Fashion Tip:  When wearing black creepers,  I personally like to wear black ankle socks or black tights, but I have also seen high black socks pulled off very nicely.  Below, I included a variety of creepers and a link to get to them.  Let me know what you think by clicking on the comments button at the bottom of the post :) 

Creepers shoes and photo links found here. 

Rihanna               Katy Perry           Miley Cyrus          Rita Ora            Jessie J

My Style: Boho Babe

Today's Look:  is all about the beauty of bohemian inspired style.  To start the look off, I chose my loose, flowing, off-white blouse and lace skater skirt.  Even though the outfit hides the waist, the peek-a-boo of the legs makes up for it.  Since the top and skirt are monochromatic, I wanted to add color into the outfit through the accessories.  I chose an intricately woven, spiked necklace that has purples, pinks, and greens braided throughout it, and my patchwork backpack that I bought at a Guatemalan shop in Texas last summer.  Finishing off the look, I wore knee high socks with red and white striped tops that peered over my leather boots slightly, two off-white bracelets, two tarnished gold rings, and braided my hair.  

Outfit Details:  Top and Skirt at American Eagle (Tucson, Arizona), Boots by OTBT at zappos.com, Necklace at Earthbound Trading Co. (Sedona, Arizona), Thin Bracelet at American Eagle, Beaded Bracelet at Claire's (Prescott, Arizona), Rings at Aeropostale (Scottsdale, Arizona), Backpack at Market Square (San Antonio, Texas).

Fashion Tip:  When wearing high boots with a skirt, remember to wear long socks.  They not only add to the outfit, but also make the boots more comfortable against your skin.  Below, I included a collage of boho items, as well as a link to get to them.  

Blouses, Skirts, Boots, and Backpacks found here.

Alessandra Ambrosio                   Kate Bosworth                  Charlotte Church