9 refreshing tips to change up your daily style

After several outfit posts, I decided to go back to my roots. I really wanted to make a post that hopefully some will find useful.

 

Now that the holiday season is long gone and we're slowly starting to crave some change but don't really have any spare money left for late-season hauls, it's time to get creative and start working with what we've already got. Sometimes I think I get so caught up in making plans to buy new clothes and accessories in my head that I forget to enjoy the things that I have in my closet. And that is such a bad rationale. In fact, there's absolutely nothing remotely rational about it. We spend loads of money on material goods and we don't even give ourselves the time to appreciate them. We're leading busy lives and we consume, consume, consume. So this time of the year I want to come up with every combination possible and put all those tips and trends I picked up on into effect.

 

So basically this article is meant to help you guys and also serves as a little reminder for myself to spice up our winter wardrobe and revamp our everyday style.

 

Let's begin, then: 

 

1) Don colored tights 

 

I'm pretty sure many of you have one or more pairs of stockings in a bright hue in a corner somewhere in your closet but never really took the risk to actually wear them. They're actually a brilliant accessory for those cold winter months and they will give your classic black skirt a twist. And even if you don't, H&M and Forever21 offer options that definitely won't break the bank.

 

 

 

2) Cuff your jeans 

 

Give your old blue jeans a twist and add that extra 'cool' factor to your look by cuffing them at the ankle. Your shoes will show better and your outfit will look effortlessly chic.

 

 

 

3) Wear a large scarf as outerwear 

 

 No need for those "last chance" outerwear deals that flash on stores' websites and windows. A wide scarf can serve as either a cardigan or even a cape on a warmer day.

 

 

 

4) Tie your waist belt in a knot 

 

 Talk about giving your outfit a twist! A nice outfit is all about detail. And that is the simplest one you can add.

 

 

 

5) Layer a simple shirt with a crop sweater 

 

 Want to wear your crop top with pants but you're too cold or too self-conscious to bare your tummy? Style star Zoe Saldana executes layering perfectly. Take style cues from her look.

 

 

 

6) Layer necklaces 

 

 Statement necklaces have been a big (literally) thing lately but there's no need for you to rush to a store. Layer multiple necklaces to achieve that look and give life to your plain white tees and sweaters.

 

 

7) Add a cute, small purse to a basic outfit 

 

 Now that's a little bit more specific than the other tips but if you already have a bag like that, ditch that oversized city handbag and go for a smaller, cuter version that will make your go-to outfit more stylish and flirty.

 

 

 

8) Wear a colored piece against a total black look 

 

 Winter is THE time for total black looks. For a change, single out a colored piece and let it be the focus of your outfit.

 

 

 

9) Wear a collared shirt underneath a sweater 

 

 For classic, preppy look that would make Spencer from Pretty Little Liars proud next time wear a collared shirt with your sweater. If you wish, add a little collar accessory like the one in the picture.

 

 

 

Hope you enjoyed this post and found at least some of this interesting!

Let me know your thoughts below!

 

What kind of fashion advice-related post would you like to see next?

 

 

 

 

Back To The Basics

Another day, another casual outfit.

 

I'm all for dressing up, accessorizing and I have to admit, I'm usually more on the maximal rather than on the minimal side when it comes to making outfits for myself. But lately I've been feeling like taking things down a notch and starting to explore other, more minimal, modern styles that deviate from my typical, girly, Blair Waldorf-esque ways.

Sweater Weather

I know, I know you've seen that overused title about a hundred times by now "Sweater Weather" and then a girl below wearing duh, what else- a sweater! But, yesterday I got to listen to the whole record by The Neighbourhood ("I Love you") and I fell in love with every song! Needless to say, I've already listened to the whole thing 3 times. And now that song, "Sweater Weather", is totally stuck in my head!

So since I took some pictures wearing my new favorite sweater, a cropped sweater that is, by Topshop which I got my hands on last September in NYC I felt it was appropriate to make such a post.

The thing I love most about is the color! Ugh, it's so pretty! It's that candy pink or even a brighter baby pink color which is a huge trend for Fall/Winter and is a nice change from these dull winter hues. I kept the outfit simple as I wanted this color to stand out and be the central piece. I am not a fan of crop tops to be perfectly honest, but this one I love and I felt like it really amped-up my basic black pencil skirt.

Golden Globes 2014 Red Carpet: Best & Worst Dressed list

I'm usually not the one to do a full best/worst dressed list but looking through the red carpet shots at the Golden Globes I felt compelled to. 

But before we get deep into discussing hem lengths and shoe choices, I wanna express how overjoyed I feel that my favorite actress won Best Supporting Role in a Comedy (Jennifer Lawrence) and that one of my favorite films for the year that's passed, "American Hustle", won best Comedy/Musical. Very pleased also that Leo DiCaprio won a Golden Globe. The guy deserves all the awards. (Still waiting for that Oscar, though.)

First, let's start with the bad:

THE BAD:

Julia Roberts

A definitive what-was-she-thinking moment. Her figure is smokin', don't get me wrong. But why is she looking so secretary-ish? The dress would be so much better without that white shirt. It wouldn't be a head-turner for sure, but at least she wouldn't end up on a worst-dressed list.

Edie Falco

 

I really don't know where to start. There are just too many things that are wrong with this gown. The color is god-awful. The bow at the top makes her look like a very belated Christmas gift. The shiny fabric looks rather cheap -which oddly enough is probably not- and the shape isn't doing anything good for her body. Just bad, bad, bad all together.

Paula Patton

Definitely not THE worst look of the evening, but for me it was a no. The huge ruffles look unflattering and kinda messy. The hem length is also a little bit off-putting. Maybe I would have like this dress better as a shorter one. There is also something about maxi-dresses and platform shoes showing underneath that makes me very uneasy. Not her best moment.

and now THE WORST:

Lena Dunham

I'm so sorry, I just can't get over how bad this is! To be honest, Imma be a little mean, but I can't recall one time I saw this girl wear something that actually looks decent.The canary color is too cartoon-y for my taste and the shape of the dress makes her look like a sausage. I have nothing against more voluminous girls but this dress won't enhance those nice curves. It's not feminine or pretty or classy.

and now enough with the bad-mouthing, it's time for our eyes to rest

the GOOD:

Michelle Dockery

 This woman is so classy and this look is a real winner. It is true, I have a soft spot for anything Oscar De La Renta but this gown is just so beautiful, so flawless it could make even the hardest of hearts shed a tear. The color is exceptional for her skin tone, the shoes are a perfect match, the makeup is classy, simple and radiant. Maybe the girls from the list above wanna take some notes.

Jennifer Lawrence

 

My girl! I love her enormously (but please, don't think I am biased in any way when I praise this look) and I am so thrilled she won -I mean, they'd be fools not to award her- and I'd love to crown her as THE best dressed celebrity of the evening but I have saved that title for another lady (I'm pretty sure Jen won't mind!). She looks gorgeous in that b&w Christian Dior Haute Couture gown, which was a rather bold choice that she definitely pulled off just fine. Trust me, this could've looked very wrong on someone else, but Jen just has that extra spice that makes everything better! There is something retro and romantic about this look but at the same time it's very fresh and fashion-forward. Talk about the perfect balance! (Can I also add that the accessorizing is flawless?)

Margot Robbie

Is this the new Scarlett? I saw this girl first in "About Time" (lovely movie, check it out) and despite her bitchy character the one thing I noticed right away was how stunning she was. She looks uber-classy in that beautiful cream-colored gown with just the right amount of sexy. The color compliments her complexion and her makeup is divine. Greek goddess at her best.

Taissa Farmiga

Young actress Taissa Farmiga looked so fresh and beautiful in this lacy white dress the way only a 20 year old could. Perfect choice for her and it was nice to see someone deviate from the typical princess-y red carpet floor-length gown.

Olivia Wilde

Olivia Wilde was sparkling all over, as that pregnancy glow makes her look all the more radiant. She was a sweetie in that emerald sequin Gucci dress which looked phenomenal against her skin tone and ombre locks. Definitely a look that made me smile.

and now, the BEST:

Cate Blanchett

 

One more award for Cate's resume and very deservedly so. She was amazing in Woody Allen's "Blue Jasmine" but Cate ain't looking blue at all in this stunning black lace gown! She looks as classy and as elegant as ever. The sheerness of the fabric adds just the right amount of drama but without taking it too far and the accessorizing is spot-on. Beautiful, daring but age-appropriate and fitting too.

That's it, readers!

Our fashion recap is over!

(Actually, I could go on and on and on but ain't nobody got time for that so... there you have it!)

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