What to look for in Fall 2012

1. 2012 Themes - Ornate to retro to military

Ornate: Rich fabrics like velvet, jacquard, damask, and lots of embellishments seem to be dominating the fashion scene in a faraway land/old world elegance to create something truly magical.

Retro: aka. granny chic styles. Lots of oversized sweaters, crocheted shawls, tweed, layers, quilted fabrics, fair isle sweaters, and knits of American Heritage Brand represent the much more fun practical side to fall/winter bundling.

Military: This theme of style takes on a modern turn in pant suits, navy britches, the ever classic military jacket, thigh high boots, and leather

Within the basic themes of ornate, retro, and military, are several cuts, fabrics, and styles that are coming up across the board in more than one of the themes of 2012. I have highlighted four main ones below:

2. Pant Suits

3. Head to Toe 

Patters, White, Black, and Wine Colours were the biggest participants in this fenced in dressing. 

4. High Slits

5. Collars and Embellishments

                                  

Rainy Days and Headscarfs

 Occasionally, I have these slightly bohemian mood days.. And this was one of them.

Top: Loft
Skirt: Forever 21
Shoes: Thrifted
Scarf: War International
Earings and bracelet: Handmade
Belt: Hand-me down

Fall 2012: Patone Colour Report

                                                                              
  The use of darks, brights, and neutrals, are to allude to the theme of 'fantasy and illusion that are inspiring designers this fall season.' 


The goal is to 'manipulate reality to transport consumers to an enchanting place filled with love potions, witches, sunset, warlocks, etc, to place them in a stress free environment.


French Roast, Titanium, and Rose Smoke are the three neutrals of this years palette, While Bright Chartreuse, is the transition colour from summer to fall. And of course, Tangerine is still the colour of 2012! 


Source: http://www.pantone.com/pages/fcr.aspx?pg=20949&ca=4

Lace Accessorizing

 Lace accessorizing shorts has become the Crayola project of summer 2012. It's flirty fun and feminine plus super easy.

Supplies:

Shorts
Lace
Needle and Thread

1. Just sew on your lace wherever you want and that's it. Real simplistic. Granted, you don't do anything extravagant. haha

Lights

"Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.” 

- James 1:17.

Chalkboard Frame

    This project is super easy to make, it just involves waiting and letting this dry so its not one of those immediate result projects, just a delayed 48 hours or something along those lines. I really liked this project as it is super practical and cheaper to make then to buy something similar in the store. And when you have all the colour selections of paint at your local craft store vs. the three colour options at the store, I don't know how it could get better. haha.

Supplies:

- Old Frame [I picked mine up at a local thrift shop for 2 dollars
-Paint
-Paint Brush
-Chalkboard paint
- Clear Paint Protector [if you want]
-Masking Tape [not pictured]


1. If anything needs sanded down, go ahead and smooth that out. I started out painting my frame first. I ened up applying around 4-5 coats.






2. After the paint is completely dry, I waited 24hrs. after I finished painting, use masking tape and cover all painted areas. 


3. Take your frame out and chalkboard spray your center frame. Make sure to read the instructions of how to apply the spray as it varies from brand to brand.

4. Touch up anything that needs touched up, but you should have a finished board!

Sandy Blue

 Today had some serious weather heat, so lose and flowing materials were a must for a day of studying and running errands.

Top: Aeropostale 

Skirt [which is actually a dress]: Forever 21

Gladiators: Kohls

Belt: Forever 21

Necklace: Thrifted

Clutch: Gift

Paris Touring

England Touring

Coloured Grey

The basic colour scheme of this outfit and the girly bow along with the more london street style edge was a a good balance for myself. And as I have just returned for touring Paris and London, I thought the top was appropriate. [and of course my baby jeep]


Skinnies: American Eagle
Top: Kohls
Shoes: Thrifted
Belt: Sisters
Bag: Florence Leather Market
Headbow: Modcloth

Flying Right

1. Hydrate 

Humidity levels when flying are terribly low, which is often why your skin feels dry and or tight. The best way to 'counter the lack of moisture in the air, is to drink lots and lots of water'. This will help you to feel refreshed and not so parched. 

2. Moisturize 

Before plane flying,  'lather up with lotion and lip balm'. Great basics as the travel size baby lotion and Vaseline are perfect for your carry ons. 

3. Lock Up

'The low humidity in cabin pressures also can have a tendency to take the volume of your hair out', leaving it more limp and dry. To help prevent this, put your hair in a pony or bun at the 'top of your head'. This not only keeps hair out of your face, but 'lifts your locks at the roots keeping the moisture in longer'. 

4. Layers and scarves

These are your best friends on planes. Some planes are extremely cold, others comfortable, and occasionally you’ll find a over warm plane. Having 3-2  layers on can prepare you to adjust to any temperature and a larger scarf is great to use as a blanket of type  if you are on a shorter flight that doesn’t offer blankets to their guests. 

Source: "Miss Universal Guide to Beauty"

Bead Accessorising T-Shirts

I used to make these T-shirts with the beads at camp when i was younger all the time. Decided to make them again for beach cover ups!


Supplies:


Old T-shirt
Plastic round beads
Scissors

My sister cut the end of her T-shirt
and slit the side.

For my shirt, I just cut and
beaded the sleeves. 

Directions:

1. Cut the sleeves or bottom of T-shirt into about 1/2in. strips

2. Slide the beads onto the strips of cloth and knot at end. just continue this till you have the effect desired.