Fit to be Tied

2010-03-17T20:21:00.002-05:00

“If clothes are going to mean anything they’ve got to threaten or challenge. If they have that edge they should provoke people into thinking.”

Go Ask Alice

2010-03-15T12:54:00.002-05:00

I made a post about Zac Posen and Pamela Love's jewelry collab back when it debuted for fall, and since Posen's collection was inspired by Alice in Wonderland, I figured it was appropriate to feature the runway makeups given the recent release of Tim Burton's revision of the classic tale.

My attempt. Super weird face I'm making, but it's the pic you could see the makeup the best in.

& I still plan on making one of those spiked hairbands! I got the hairband at Ulta; now I've just gotta find some spikes & figure out the best way to affix them. Any suggestions?

God Don't Make Lonely Girls

2010-03-14T22:55:00.000-05:00

Finally modeling that Forever 21 poncho I mentioned a few posts back.

Worn with Urban Outfitters trapeze tank, leggings, Forever 21 booties, vintage metal bangles.

I Was Your Silver Lining, but Now I'm Gold

2010-03-12T00:18:00.000-06:00

I've been wanting one of these chain-bracelet-ring things for awhile, but hadn't actively hunted for one since I've been broke and just assumed if I found one it would be astronomical in price. Lucky for me, Free People had this one for only $28. I got paid today, & just ordered one in gold. Can't wait till it gets here!

2010-02-24T23:03:00.000-06:00

"Style is the best way to say who you are without having to speak." - Rachel Zoe

Mango Pickle Down River

2010-02-19T15:18:00.002-06:00

My attempt at the two-tone lip, ala MIA.

M.A.C Amplified lipstick in Melrose Mood

M.A.C Amplified lipstick in Girl About Town

Victoria's Secret Beauty Rush Luminous Shadow in Gold School in the bow of the top lip

Them Hustlas Like My Fashion

2010-02-18T18:56:00.000-06:00

Please excuse the amateur photography.

Forever 21 faux fur vest

Kings of Leon tee

Target cardigan

Forever 21 sequin shorts

Hot Topic tights

Forever 21 buckle heels

Favorite Looks from Marc Jacobs Fall 2010

2010-02-16T14:53:00.000-06:00

My stylist-idol, Rachel Zoe, with Marc.

Love all the fur in this collection.

The sexy long leather gloves/fur bolero combo was my favorite part of the show.

The transparency makes this jacket too cool.

Sweet. Looks like something my best friend Jadie would wear.

sexy neckline

beauuuutiful

2010-02-08T12:14:00.002-06:00

"FASHION IS ABOUT EVENTUALLY BEING NAKED."
-Vivienne Westwood

She Refused To Be Bored, Simply Because She Wasn't Boring

2010-02-02T16:33:00.000-06:00

Coal beanie

Forever 21 cross ring

Target cardigan

Bebe feathered vest

Urban Outfitters tee

Forever 21 chain necklace

American Eagle denim shorts

Hue tights

Forever 21 booties

Grammy Picks

2010-02-01T15:05:00.000-06:00

Love me a mermaid silhouette.

Hot outfit. Weird that it's on Celine Dion.

Pretty effing hot...as much as I hate to admit it.

Chanel China

2010-01-31T15:04:00.005-06:00

Behold the beauty.

Work it, J. Stam.
I love how wearable this collection is.
Gotta have the tweed suit.incorporated the military trend and sequins STUH-NNING.
Hot. Cute going out look.
moooore sequins

Right on Target

2010-01-29T18:48:00.000-06:00

I am still dying for the sequined Rodarte for Target ribcage dress. Probably hopeless.

Plaid Poncho

2010-01-26T13:02:00.001-06:00

I usually hate ponchos, but this one from Forever 21 just drapes, instead of having armholes, so it looks very Mary-Kate-just-threw-a-vintage-blanket-on-over-her-outfit. Can't wait to wear it.

I'm Not a Doll, This Isn't a Dollhouse

2010-01-25T21:55:00.002-06:00

I think this shoot Allie Crandell (yeah, that model from Season 1 of The City)

did for Nylon awhile ago is just so cute.

A Few Things I Got Yesterday

2010-01-16T15:22:00.004-06:00

jade Delia's nail polish

Victoria's Secret Amber Romance Hairspray

Forever 21 cross ring

I also got a pair of black lace-up booties from Forever, but couldn't find a picture of them.

Some Goodies I Got for Christmas

2010-01-11T00:28:00.002-06:00

Hey!

2010-01-10T01:20:00.003-06:00

I have a tumblr, too.

Check it:
paperdoll

It Girl Update: Tamara Sky

2009-11-15T23:16:00.003-06:00

Looks like our girl T. Sky still has time for some modeling! I was tickled to open up my November issue of Nylon and see her in two print ads for Luxirie.

Lookin' hot as ever!

It Girls: DJ Tamara Sky

2009-10-17T17:58:00.006-05:00

Everyone has their role models/idols/influences etc., and starting now, I'm going to introduce you to my personal "It Girls." First up is the unbelievably gorgeous Tamara Sky. While she's not super famous (yet), this DJ/model/photographer/fashion enthusiast keeps busy with international gig after international gig.

T. Sky has also appeared in American and Mexican Playboy.

T. Sky spins a mix of classic club fare, pop, hip hop and techno. CSS, Empire of the Sun, Lykke Li, She Wants Revenge, MGMT, La Roux, The Ting Tings, Justice, and Major Lazer are just a few of the poppin' artists she tends to spin (& that I personally dig, also.)

I recently went to a club in Nashville the night after my birthday, only to find that she had played there the night before! On my birthday! & I missed it! UBER bummage.

Not only does T. Sky have an ear for hot music, she also has an eye for hot looks. "I like to wear high-waisted skirts or pants, a lot of leopard print, leggings, 'casual goth' like black and leather, and pin-up-y stuff," she said in an interview for Missbehave Magazine.

This is the same Express jacket that I mentioned buying in an earlier post!

Keep up with DJ T. Sky on her myspace to catch her next time she's near you. Don't miss out like I did!

BEEN listening to (and LOVING!): "Little Bit" by Swedish songstress Lykke Li. Check out the Drake remix, too!

Penny for Your Thoughts

2009-10-11T18:14:00.001-05:00

Currently listening to: "Day Old Blue" by Kings of Leon (probably my favorite band!)

Get a Leg Up

2009-10-02T23:25:00.002-05:00

These House of Holland tights are insane, and they're only like 16 U.S. dollars. I probably need them. http://www.uktights.com/section/80/henry-holland

Every Rose Has Its Thorn

2009-10-01T14:50:00.012-05:00

My apologies for my long absence and not keeping track of fashion week! I've truly been a slacker. Since coverage of the shows has been everywhere, I'll post about something else today.

The much-loved young designer Zac Posen has created a capsule collection with supercool jewelry designer Pamela Love. Love's own designs are edgy and goth-tinged (check them out at her website: http://www.pamelalovenyc.com/), so naturally their collaboration would exhibit a punk-rock influence.Love claims the pair's influence was the romantic fantasy of Alice in Wonderland, but I can't seem to recall any spikes sprouting out of flowerbuds in that tale...

The spiked hairband is a definite DIY possibility.

The hair and makeup for Posen's show was absolutely gorgeous; the perfect balance between rocker and lady proper. The September issue of Elle shows how to recreate the punky pompadour that the models paraded down the runway. I can't wait to recreate the look for myself.

Currently jamming to: "Sister Rosetta" by Noisettes. Check out this Brit three-piece; they're everywhere lately!

Girl with a Huge Earring

2009-09-01T20:59:00.003-05:00

I had been on the hunt for just the right chandelier earrings for awhile, and found these beauties at a Forever 21. They've got just enough bling, and I love that they look vintage. I only wish they weren't quite so heavy! I just love 'em, so I thought I'd share. : )

Product Review #1: Covergirl Lipstain

2009-05-22T16:43:00.003-05:00

Today I went to Ulta and bought this lipstain. I put it on as soon as I got in the car...and I LOVE it! The color is rich, not sheer, it lasts like a stain should, smells good, AND is cheap. Get some!

I chose Wild Berry Wink, which is actually a true red color.

http://http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?skuId=2165963&productId=xlsImpprod1060112&navAction=push&navCount=1&categoryId=cat80058

Sniff it Good

2009-05-21T16:02:00.006-05:00

One beauty component a lot of people take for granted is fragrance, which is a shame. Perfumes should be personal, carefully selected to match the wearer. Besides, shopping for fragrance is fun! Price ranges, ingredients and forms vary widely, from spices to flowers to fruits, and splashes, mists, parfums, oils, and toilettes.

Another shame is even though you may have chosen the right scent for you, not everyone knows how to wear it properly. To get the full-bodied effect of the fragrance, you have to apply it to certain places on the body that will release the scent uniformly. French women know how: they spritz inside both their ankles, behind both knees, inner thighs, cleavage, pulse points, and the nape of the neck. Twelve squirts may seem like a lot, but the scent payoff lasts all day, and inevitably someone will tell you you smell good.

Here are some of my personal favorite scents. Try them for yourself, or something new!

I went through 3 bottles of this because I was complimented on it constantly!

It's a nice balance of citrus and floral.

A musky floral blend of rose, jasmine, sandalwood and powder.

Fruity. A lot of guys like this scent.

A very light fragrance with a hint of coconut, perfect for spring.

The intense form of the original. A heavy floral.

Happy sniffing!

Fashion Don'ts #2

2009-04-14T14:17:00.004-05:00

I love band t-shirts, specifically vintage ones, but please, for your own diginity, DON'T wear a tee of a band you don't listen to! This will avoid embarassment when someone starts to talk to you about the band you are promoting, and trust me, someone will. You don't want to be called a poser, do you? You can wear one everyday if you want, but at least try to know a song they sing. I know it can be tempting sometimes, if a shirt just looks extra cool, in which case (now, I know this sounds weird) you should try to familiarize yourself with the band! If their design appeals to you, their music probably does, too! You'll be updating your wardrobe and iTunes library simultaneously.

Fashion Don'ts #1

2009-04-07T14:21:00.006-05:00

SOCK BOOTS...DON'T.
I don't care if they are the new Uggs, they just look weird. I don't care if they are comfy, or warm. There are plenty of cute boots out there that do the same thing. Find them.

Oh, I think you should know...

2009-04-06T16:25:00.003-05:00

In Katy Perry's video for her new single "Thinking of You," the ever-stylish songstress wears some gorgeous vintage fashions. The hair and makeup is beautiful too. Watch it! It made me cry!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tw-nsH0obK0

"Comparisons are easily done
Once you've had a taste of perfection
Like an apple hanging from a tree
I picked the ripest one
I still got the seed

You said move on
Where do I go
I guess second best
Is all I will know

Cause when I'm with him
I am thinking of you
Thinking of you
What you would do if
You were the one
Who was spending the night
Oh I wish that I
Was looking into your eyes

You're like an Indian summer
In the middle of winter
Like a hard candy
With a surprise center
How do I get better
Once I've had the best
You said there's
Tons of fish in the water
So the waters I will test

He kissed my lips
I taste your mouth
He pulled me in
I was disgusted with myself

Cause when I'm with him
I am thinking of you
Thinking of you
What you would do if
You were the one
Who was spending the night
Oh I wish that I
Was looking into...

You're the best
And yes I do regret
How I could let myself
Let you go
Now the lesson's learned
I touched it I was burned
Oh I think you should know

Cause when I'm with him
I am thinking of you
Thinking of you
What you would do if
You were the one
Who was spending the night
Oh I wish that I
Was looking into your eyes
Looking into your eyes
Looking into your eyes
Oh won't you walk through
And bust in the door
And take me away
Oh no more mistakes
Cause in your eyes I'd like to stay..."

My Picks #4: Smashbox Photo Finish Primer

2009-03-22T15:21:00.009-05:00

Any makeup pro will tell you, you need primer in your life. Apply it after moisturizer/before foundation to fill in lines and pores and create a smooth canvas. The one and only primer I've ever used and ever needed is PHOTO FINISH, by SMASHBOX.

I use the light formula since I have acne-prone skin, but they also make bronzing and color correcting formulas for every other skin need.

This stuff makes your skin feel like velvet and keeps your makeup from sliding all over your face. $36 may seem a little steep, but 1 oz. will last you well over a month and the quality of the product alone is worth it.

Smashbox also makes an amazing lip/lid primer duo. My lipstick and eyeshadow lasts for HOURS with this stuff! I highly recommend you add both of these products to your daily beauty regime!
Find them at Ulta, Sephora, or http://smashbox.com/.

Spring Fingers

2009-03-20T16:02:00.005-05:00

Let's talk nails!

I recently got a manicure with my mom. I have only gotten fake nails a few times before, for the odd formal dance, but this time my dear mother insisted that I do something different. So I went a little crazy and got...

these!

If you can't tell, the tips are neon pink with black & white zebra stripes and silver glitter. Very different from my usual short black, gray, navy or purple nails!

They're my shout out to http://missbehavemag.com/, which does a feature on wacky manis. Check out the pics!

A trend in nail color that's been cropping up is minty green. You could see it on the runway at Chanel's most recent show.

Peppermint Patty, the polish from M.A.C's spring line Sugarsweet, is already sold out-and it just debuted yesterday!

Hopefully you can still find some in stores!

Pretty Kitty

2009-03-19T22:49:00.004-05:00

I realize this is old news, but better late than never, right?

I thought I was pumped about the M.A.C/Fafi collection...

I thought I was stoked about the M.A.C/Heatherette collection...

but NOTHING is more exciting than M.A.C + Hello Kitty!!

Well, at least for me, anyways...

That's right, it's been in stores for a couple weeks now. The collection is packaged in glossy black, and Kitty is looking very mod instead of her usual colorful self. There are two lines, Mild and Wild, to appeal to every kitten. Lots of pink (of course) and a bit of blue show up in glitter, lip gloss, powders and shadows. Get it before it's gone!

I must have this brush kit!

& I am dying to get my paws on that white nail polish! Or get some white polish on my paws rather, haha.

Watch the ADORABLE promo video at http://maccosmetics.com/!

Fall Fashion Week 09

2009-02-27T16:29:00.012-06:00

Fashion week has come and gone again. My apologies for not keeping up with it better! I'm just going to talk about my favorite of the few shows I did look at:

ANNA SUI

Her collection for fall this year was SO great--it was hard for me not to post a picture of every look! The looks were inspired by a vintage Parisian boudoir. Of course there was a lot of black, Anna's fave color.

Almost every girl wore some kind of fabulous headpiece. It really made me want to make some of my own. Anna's had rhinestones, jewel-toned plumes, and a few floppy knit hats.

I loved the star motif!

HOW gorgeous was Jourdan Dunn?!

Another fantastic accessory in this line were the tights. Some were colorfully printed...

but the best in show definitely went to the pairs that shimmered at different angles. They looked solid black, but as the models walked down the runway you could see flashes of blue, purple or gold in the light.

To top it all off, my favorite Brit-Girl, Daisy Lowe, walked in this show!

To watch the show in all its glory, go to http://http//www.youtube.com/watch?v=ASiaxiGl5vI&feature=related. Pictures courtesy of http://style.com/.

My Picks #3: Cowboy boots

2009-01-25T22:05:00.006-06:00

I owe you readers an apology for such a long unannounced hiatus! A break from school makes you want to take a break from everything!

I'm going to pick back up with another of my personal product picks. The third one is...

Cowboy boots

Now, I know what some of you are thinking. I promise you though, the right style can really make a look, so long as you don't let it look costumey. I got my first pair for Christmas when I was about 5. They were bright red, and even then I appreciated their fashion power!

My pair of vintage-looking brown leather Ariats are actually for riding horses, but you can find fashion pairs in any department store. They are actually my most expensive fashion piece, but it was definitely a wise investment, as I have probably worn them over 100 times in the 3 years I've had them, and get compliments on them very often.

Country singer Taylor Swift has made pairing boots with formal dresses her signature look.

If you're not sure of how to wear them or if you're just not sure if they're for you, put on something you like to wear a lot and go shopping. Try them on with what you think you'd wear them with. I wear mine with shorts (try to avoid the Daisy Duke look), with skinny jeans tucked into them, or with knee-length or shorter dresses.

Be adventerous! But if you don't feel comfortable, don't waste your money on something you won't look forward to wearing.

Happy shopping!

Make-Up Must Haves

2008-12-02T20:17:00.006-06:00

Yet another list from Rachel Zoe, with my alterations. If these products aren't sitting on your vanity, they should be...

moisturizer
(with SPF!)

ALWAYS before your makeup.

concealer

To hide undereye shadows and imperfections. I really like The Eraser, by Tarte. It's super smooth.

http://sephora.com/

cream blush
(yes, cream)

I use M.A.C Blushcreme in Posey and I have been on the same pot forever. A little dab'll do ya.

http://www.maccosmetics.com/

shimmer stick or cream

Why, you ask? A subtle shimmer (NOT stripper glitter) reflects light and attracts the eye. Swipe some in the arch of your eyebrow and on your cheekbone, above your blush. I like Smashbox's Artificial Light for its iridescence.

http://www.smashbox.com/

mascara!

This product is my biggest and best beauty secret. I get compliments on my eyelashes all the time, (I've been asked if they were fake more than once) and I owe it to this mascara. The primer adds visible extensions to your lashes and the comb that applies color separates them. If you want natural looking lashes, this product is not for you.

&
a glossy, moisturizing lip balm

My gloss of choice is C.O. Bigelow's Mentha Lip Tint. It adds color, shine, moisture, AND a minty scent to your kiss. It comes in multiple colors, but my fave is the more cherry-tinged No. 1138.

http://www.bathandbodyworks.com/

Seeing Spots

2008-11-20T15:10:00.003-06:00

So I thought this was cool...I work in an outdoor mall, and right across the parking lot from my store is the Express store. Walking in to work one day a furry leopard coat in the window caught my eye. I thought to myself that I should go look at it sometime. A day or two later I got my beloved Nylon in the mail, and low & behold, my Express coat is in a story about the leopard print trend. At the bottom of the page the prices for all of the products were listed. The coat I wanted was a whopping $168! No way I could afford that. I cut the picture out & posted it on my bulletin board so I could admire it. Maybe I would find one cheaper somewhere...

A week or so later, I got to work a little early, so I thought I'd go in Express just to see if the coat was even still there. It was, & there was only one left in my size. I tried it on & immediately fell in love (which is not common for me). I knew I had to have it, so I put it on hold & called my mom after I got off work that night. I offered to pay for half if she & Dad would pay the other half for an early Christmas present, or strike some sort of deal. I really needed a thick coat since I'm going to Chicago next month! She put me on the phone with my dad, & he said "Well if you love love love it, you've gotta have it then, huh? Just go ahead & put it on the credit card." What a nice daddy! I picked it up the next day!

I just had to share that story, because it makes me so happy : )
Here's the story my coat was in:

Pretty

2008-11-11T17:29:00.004-06:00

NYLON is my favorite magazine, so when they released their beauty book, Pretty, last year, I knew I had to have it. It's over 200 colorful pages packed with product suggestions, looks to try, and inspirational beauty icons throughout the decades. I refer to my copy whenever I am in the mood to try something new. It hasn't failed me yet! Get yours at http://www.amazon.com/Pretty-NYLON-Beauty-Editors-Nylon/dp/0789315394.

Jewelry Box Essentials

2008-11-07T19:40:00.010-06:00

Not everyone wears jewelry, but it is one of the best ways to add to your style quotient. Accessories can transform an outfit and make a big statement.

This list of key pieces to own is inspired by celebrity stylist Rachel Zoe, and tweaked by me...

diamond studs

(real or fake)

Use them to brighten a more basic ensemble.

metal hoop earrings

You can wear them with anything!

a special cocktail ring

This doesn't have to break your bank-costume jewelry can sometimes look just as nice.

statement-making chandelier earrings

pearls

EVERY girl should own pearls!

a bangle or cuff

a "wow" necklace

Never underestimate the power of jewelry as a conversation piece!

All of the examples in this blog are Betsey Johnson pieces (because I am a huge fan!) If you liked these, check out her website http://www.betseyjohnson.com. Happy shopping!

Dress-Up Day!

2008-10-31T13:13:00.000-05:00

My Picks #2: black booties

2008-10-30T17:04:00.006-05:00

Here's the second installment of my favorite fashion and beauty products...

One fashion item that stomped down many a Fall runway is the black high-heeled ankle boot (aka bootie).

I have had a pair of these for a couple of years now & I get a compliment on them almost every time I wear them, no lie. Mine were only $10 at Hot Topic, but depending on the quality prices vastly range.

This amazing pair of Louboutins will only set you back $11,500...

This is a great addition to your wardrobe, especially in the fall, because you can wear them with jeans, tights or leggings, even cute cuffed socks. The possibilities are endless, and so are the styles, but you can't go wrong with basic black.

Style A to Zoe

2008-10-22T20:47:00.009-05:00

In addition to regularly posting my fashion and beauty picks, I am also going to post style tips influenced by celebrity stylist (and my personal role model) Rachel Zoe and her book, Style A to Zoe. I highly recommend adding this book to your library, whether you are interested in the fashion industry or not. Everyone could use some helpful tips!
Order yours at http://www.amazon.com/styleatozoe or pick it up at your local Books-A-Million.

The first of these tips is a suggestion of a handful of things to make your life a little more glamorous:

red lipstick
(Consult a makeup artist at a department store counter to find your perfect shade. Bold lipstick can easily go wrong.)

black eyeliner

(don't forget mascara!)

fabulous high heels

a faux fur shrug

(These can get pricey, but it's not impossible to find one at a thrift shop.)

a metallic clutch

(Clutch-n. a woman's small purse that can be carried in the hand and usually has no handle or strap.)

Stay tuned for more tips!

Let It Fall

2008-10-16T13:58:00.008-05:00

Autumn is my favorite season. Growing up in the mountains of east Tennessee surrounded by the rainbow of changing leaves is something I am so thankful for. Nothing is as comforting as the smell of dry leaves in the the crisp air, bundling up in your favorite cold weather clothes and retreating inside to sip hot chocolate in front of the fire place. (Yeah, I actually did all that).

Fall is also an important time in the fashion world! The opportunity to layer more really allows designers' imaginations to run wild. Amidst all the cardigans and woolly tights, though, it's easy to forget about your basics. Luckily, as long as Agent Provocateur is around, there's no way you can leave pretty little intimates off your fall shopping list.

Luxury lingerie brand Agent Provocateur recently released its ad campaign for its fall line, and I absolutely love it. Not only is it set in a colonial style manor decorated for autumn, it features model Daisy Lowe, the current face for Agent P (and personal style icon for me) and fellow British It Girl Peaches Geldof.

It looks like these hot vampire chics felt like crashing Thanksgiving dinner. The dark silks of the collection and the equally dark eyes and silky lips on the models ooze an almost scary sensuality. With pieces like this, who needs a sexy costume this Halloween?

My Picks #1: Stila Sheer Pressed Powder

2008-10-11T18:06:00.006-05:00

From time to time I'm going to tell you about my personal favorite beauty products, fragrances, etc. Here's the first one:

STILA SHEER PRESSED POWDER

This is definitely the best powder that I have ever tried. It's not too sheer and provides just the right amount of coverage. You don't have to scrape it out of the compact (like some cheaper powders) and it makes your face feel super smooth and soft. I even brush it onto my roots if they're looking a little oily. Use a big fluffy powder brush to apply.

This wonderful product comes in fair, light, medium and dark, so there's a shade for every face. $28 may seem a little pricey, but it's definitely worth it for this product, which is not only high quality but long-lasting too. Get yours at http://www.stilacosmetics.com/ or your local Ulta or Sephora.

He said it...

2008-10-02T14:54:00.003-05:00

"Fashion wears out more apparel than the man."
-William Shakespeare ♥

A Fatal Attraction to Cuteness

2008-09-23T17:02:00.021-05:00

So this is something I've been wanting to blog about for a while now...
a product debut that I have been SO excited about!
& now that NY fashion week is over we can look at...

the new HARAJUKU LOVERS FRAGRANCES!

Since I first read about Gwen Stefani's addition to her fragrance collection in Teen Vogue's August edition I couldn't WAIT to for them to come out. So you can imagine my excitement when walking through Dillards earlier this month I saw the rainbow colored display.

The collection is a set of five individual fragrances based on Gwen and her L.A.M.B. entourage of Japanese Harajuku girls.

Gwen and her Harajuku Girls: Love, Angel, Music, Baby

Each scent is delightfully different, as Gwen wanted to create "one for every taste."

G

Gwen's personal fragrance.
This tropical mix is made up of apple, coconut, magnolia, jasmine and freesia.

LOVE

This flirty feminine floral captures the essences of rose, Egyptian jasmine, vanilla orchid and peony.

LIL' ANGEL
In this fruity concoction you can catch whiffs of blackberry, raspberry, pineapple, pear and cranberry.

MUSIC

My personal favorite, this yummy scent is a juicy combination of pear, clementine, sweetpea, vanilla and honeysuckle.

BABY

This powdery perfume layers white rose, freesia, orange flower and violet for a fresh and clean aroma.

These precious perfumes are not only delightful to smell, but their adorable bottles don't make choosing one any easier! Luckily, at their affordable prices, you don't have to choose just one. 1 oz. is priced at $45, the .33-oz bottle is only $25, and the boxed set of all five solid fragrances will only set you back $60. Not bad if you're thinking like me-that's five Christmas presents!

Get yours today at Dillard's, Macy's or http://hlfragrance.com/. Even if you don't plan on ordering, go to this website anyway and check out the world of Harajuku. Download free wallpapers, watch videos, read about the Harajuku girls and order a free sample-I'm waiting on mine!

Woe to Zoe

2008-09-17T17:16:00.002-05:00

This article made me sad...I love Rachel Zoe, & her show!

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/09/16/arts/television/16zoe.html?_r=1&scp=1&sq=Rachel%20Zoe&st=cse&oref=slogin

Girls Just Wanna Have Fun

2008-09-16T14:28:00.006-05:00

Fashion week is winding down and there were fewer shows these past couple of days, so I'm just going to pick one show from each day to chat about. The Topshop Unique show yesterday & the Luella show from today both featured girly and flirty looks that could walk straight off the runways, Cotton commercial-style.

Luella, another favorite designer of mine, scattered tiny florals across deconstructed tea dresses, and also kept up the trend of using a lot of orange (and purple, my favorite color). I also fell in love with the shoes in this collection.

In the place of flowers, Topshop's designs had art-deco style hearts. Clearly some inspiration was drawn from the 80s for this collection, as visible in the oversized hairbows

Needless to say, it went by too quickly. Can't wait for next year!

Pictures courtesy of http://www.style.com/

"There's a lack of color here"

2008-09-11T15:06:00.007-05:00

Yes, it's that time again...New York Fashion Week!
One more reason why fall is my favorite season. I also love that fashion week falls so close to my birthday! (One week!) Sorry it's a little late in the week for the update, but...

here's what's going on, and a few of my favorite looks:

The predominance of WHITE on the runways is astounding. It seems like for next spring neutral is the new...everything. Where there are a few pops of color, it's in the coral/orange/red/yellow family, (and black, of course) but the dominate colors are definitely more subdued. Just check out Lacoste's preppy khaki separates, Max Azria's watercolored frocks, or Behnaz Sarafpour's muted pieces.

Betsey Johnson, though her show had its fair share of white, did feature some refreshingly wacky pieces, citing Johnny Depp's Pirates of the Caribbean character as inspiration. I'll take a pair of these bloomers, please:

Oddly enough, in the Marc by Marc Jacobs collection, I found myself more drawn to the men's looks. Their shoes were just as great as the outfits they were wearing. My favorite looks:

Loose and flowing was also a visible trend, seen on the Halston and Monique Lhuillier runways:

Halston

Monique Lhuillier

Rodarte has been one of my favorites so far. The blues and purples the Mulleavy sisters used were beautiful, and I love the interwoven chains in some of the dresses. Those cut-out leggings are a must have for next spring.

I could go on all day, but I'll wrap it up with one of my favorite designers ever, Anna Sui, who showed under the tents at Bryant Park today. Clearly her collection was inspired by the American west. Native American references could be spotted in mocassin boots, and fringed shawls and loose hairnets mirrored traditional Mexican women's dress. Here's the stunning Jessica Stam in a look in the designer's favorite color (black).

Check out http://www.style.com/ for more.

Introductions and Explanations

2008-09-08T17:36:00.001-05:00

My name is Brittany Haun. I am a senior Journalism student at Middle Tennessee State University, and my Editing teacher has instructed the class to start a blog. I have attempted to start a fashion and beauty blog in the past, but discontinued it because of low readership.

This blog will pertain to beauty and fashion, particularly what I find interesting. Since I am a journalism student, you will probably see parallels drawn between writing and fashion (as in the name of this blog).

This blog is titled Paperdoll, Inke. for these reasons:
Paperdoll is my myspace name. Check out my personal profile if you feel so led.
Paperdoll, I thought, would be a clever name also because of what a paperdoll is, exactly. It's a fashion toy. The purpose of paperdolls is to dress them, create outfits for them. They were definitely a favorite toy of mine when I was young.

The 'Inke.' half of the title is a play on the 'Incorporated' abbreviation. The 'ink' parallels the paperdoll.

So a brief introduction is all you get for now. I'll post a real fashion/beauty blog very soon. (& I PROMISE it won't be boring like this one) Be on the lookout!