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Cheetah Print Shorts

7.07.2012

Steals & Deals: Target White T-Shirt, $6.00//Klique B Cheetah Print Shorts, $32.99//Target Fadora, $12.99 {similar}//Thrifted Belt, $3.20//Target Sandals//Ebay Rounded Sunglasses, $10.00//Denim DIYed clutch

Chloe and Isabel Jewelry: Retro Glam Crystal Necklace

I wore this casual look downtown yesterday as I meandered and sipped ice coffee at my favorite spot. This outfit is pretty basic--just a white tee paired with patterned shorts. What really puts together this look and any look is through accessories. If I only wore this shirt with the shorts {removing all the accessories} it would look quite plain. With that said, don't leave the house without some form of accessories--it transforms a basic look to an amazing well put together one.

PS, isn't this historic downtown gorgeous!? I think so. And a shout out to my brother Andy for taking these amazing photos!

Hope everyone is having a great weekend! xo

Dip Dye Tank

7.05.2012

Steals & Deals: Dip Dye Tee {DIYed}, $2.40//Ebayed Cateye Sunnies, $7.95 {vender}//Coach cross body {Mom's closet}//J Crew Toothpick Cords

Chloe and Isabel Jewelry: Pearl Stud Earrings

This is my somewhat subtle 4th of July spirited look that I wore yesterday--pairing blue and white with red accents. I have been needing cotton tanks and I have been in a craft craze so I decided to make this tank myself. I was inspired by Acne's resort collection {the designer}, especially {this} and {this} look. It was extremely simple to make and cost effective. Here is what I did:

1) Purchased a basic short sleeve t-shirt from Michael's {$3.99 + 40% off--coupons are available online}.

2) I placed another tank on top of the t-shirt and used it as a template and cut the t-shirt into a tank top.

3) Dipped the top half of the shirt in a bucket of bleach for about 4 minutes.

4) Left the shirt out to dry over night.

The shirt did not turn out how I expected for two reasons: first it didn't turn white, also the bleach got on the non-bleached half. Even with that said, I still think the overall effect looks great. I mean who doesn't want a new tank top, that is designer inspired for only $2.00!?

Hope everyone had a great holiday. Tomorrow is Friday...yipee! xo

Nautical

5.22.2012

Steals & Deals: Thrifted A&F dress, $4.00//Thrifted Blue Sun Hat, $4.00//Thrifted Red Bag, $8.00//Target Turtle Sandals $24.99 {similar}

chloe + isabel jewelry: Long Modern Deco Pave Ball Pendant Necklace

Pretty stoaked about some of my recent finds. Including this dress & hat for a total cost of $8.00! Really!? Yes. Dresses are my go to pieces this summer so I am glad I could add another to my collection. And this hat I think will become my obsession this summer. I know I am going to get a LOT of use out of it.

As for my "theme" look. If you couldn't tell from my title, this look is nautical themed. Nautical themed looks are perfect for summer considering they are easy to dress up and down. Plus many of the pieces needed for this style include pairing summer essentials {white blazer, white trousers/jeans, blue/white striped tee, red accessories}. So try it out, get on the trend bandwagon and look stylish while being extremely comfortable. xo