Tainted- Living Art Event

January 28, 20142 Comments

Although Connecticut isn’t exactly the fashion blogging capital of the world, us bloggers, fashion, and beauty enthusiasts stick together and support each other! If you are one of my local readers, I hope to see you at this amazing Living Art event this Saturday February 1st to celebrate creativity and help support The Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts.

Tainted is Launching their makeup company into the community and to celebrate, the co-Owners Andrea Cortez and Elizabeth Cardenales are organizing and hosting the Living Art Event on Saturday Feb. 1st at Shish Lounge in West Hartford. The Event is all about artists celebrating creativity, collaboration, and community. The charitable event will feature: body painters, LED hula Hoopers, Tattoo artist, Local Artists displaying art work, dancers, models and a collaboration with multiple businesses within our area. A portion of the proceeds will going to The Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts.

Tickets are $15.00 and appetizers and drinks are all half off till 10:00! Hope to see you there!

Vintage Remix

January 19, 2014January 20, 201418 Comments

I have always considered myself fashion forward. I can remember when I was in 7th grade, the highlight of my month was getting the Delia’s catalog and choosing the highest platform sneakers I could find. I was always fascinated with my mom’s 70’s pictures with her belly shirts, bell-bottoms and sky-high platforms.

Although some fashion is merely a trend (they may resurface!) such as bell-bottoms, leg-warmers, and leotards; some looks are here to stay. That is why I absolutely love trying new things like fun patterns, crazy head-pieces, and bold glasses. The spontaneity and edginess gives me a thrill. Some pieces and styles will never be out of style. Little Black Dresses. A perfect-fit blazer. Nude pumps. Vintage Chanel. Since my mom has always been very into fashion, she taught me an important lesson- only splurge on classic, never on trends. It’s ok to mix your Christian Louboutins worth more-than-your-laptop-stilettos with your Forever 21 skirt. Remix your look, have fun, and be you.

{Long sleeved tee: Old Navy| Jean Vest: Macy’s| Skirt: Francesca’s Boutique| Navy tights:Target| Grey Booties: Charming Charlie| Glasses: Zenni Optical| Boyfriend Watch: Guess| Bangles: Alex&Ani| Vintage Chanel: Color&Style

Classic Black & Plaid

January 13, 2014January 13, 20149 Comments

It has been weird weather here in New England but I am not complaining because it is much warmer than it usually is mid-January. We even had thunder storms over the weekend. It was a gray, rainy weekend so I felt the need to brighten up the gloomy weather with this awesome plaid Hollister scarf I found on sale. I pulled the look together with this fun and comfy beret I found at H&M.

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{Black Leggings: H&M |Black fitted shirt: Old Navy| Black Boots: Francesca’s| Plaid Scarf: Hollister| Beret Hat: H&M| Leather Jacket: Express}

Winter Travel Must-Haves

January 8, 20149 Comments

After all the holiday chaos, don’t you just want at cocktail with an umbrella and your toes in the sand? I sure do. Last year, I was lucky enough to go on a Winter Get-Away. This winter I might go to Okemo to ski but will not be escaping winter weather. So, I want to live vicariously through you. Are you going on an amazing freeze-free vacation?

Winter Get-away Must-Haves:
{Sunglasses (not your most expensive pair just in case you lose them!)|Amazing book|tinted moisturizer with sunscreen|adorable hat (even is you’re not a hat person, it’s ok on vaca!)|beach bag|amazing & colorful accessories}

One of my favorite parts of going away is finding fun, unique vacation dresses. I am in love with flowy dresses that go great with a tan yet comfortable. I love that on vacation you can get away with any pattern and any style. A few faves below from 1Dress. They have an amazing variety of different styles and sizes for any occasion. I am in love with the Grecian style white dress on the left.

Project Closet: Sneak Peek

January 7, 2014January 7, 201412 Comments

One of my biggest New Year’s resolution, that I actually following through on, is to get more organized. Where better to start than my closet? Of course every girl has a dream closet and for Christmas, I begged my husband and my mom to help me improve my closet for Christmas. My mom got me the racks from Home Depot, which are very sturdy and definitely worth the investment. She also helped me go through clothes and I must say “the cleansing process” took a long time. My rule was, if I had not worn it in a year, then donate it.

Installation only took a half hour and all instructions were on them. This is just a sneak peek but wanted to share the progress so far! Ryan also got me an adorable chandelier from Pottery Barn Kids that will go perfectly in this room. Will keep you guys posted!