All Bleached Out

I previously wrote an article about ripped denim. This post is going to be about another one of this Spring's denim trends. Bleached denim! So if you have a pair of jeans that are bleached out from being washed too many times, don't throw them away yet because they are totally in style this season. If you want to bleach your own denim, grab a pair of jeans that you wish to do this with, and some thick bleach. Then soak your jeans in water and spread the bleach in the areas you want to appear faded. Throw them into the washing machine after doing this. If you have sensitive skin like I do, make sure to wear gloves during this entire process. You may also try this DIY project on jean shorts or a denim skirt. If you don't feel like bleaching your own denim, there are plenty of pre-bleached jeans you can wear. I will post some pre-bleached denim below.

ZCO Peace Stretch Jean, $39.50, available in sizes 0-11, alloy.com

Super Bleach Destroyed Wash, $49.50, available in sizes 00-12, ae.com

Bleach Out Wash Signature Jean, $49.99, available in sizes 1-13, babyphat.com

Bleached Denim Shorts, $24.99, available in sizes 3-11, charlotterusse.com

Bleached Mini Skirt, $24.99, available in sizes 1-13, charlotterusse.com

Diane Denim Skirt, $15.80, available in sizes X-Small-Large, forever21.com

H81 Bleach Frayed Denim Skirt, $19.90, shown in light denim; also available in medium denim, sizes 1-13, forever21.com

H81 Marlene Denim Short, $19.90, shown in dark denim; also available in light denim, sizes 3-13, forever21.com

Erin Frayed Denim Skirt, $19.80, available in sizes X-Small-Large, forever21.com

Bleach Splatter, $29.99, available in sizes S-L, mandee.com

Juniors Xhilaration Skinny Denim - Joplin Tie Dye, $24.99, available in sizes 1-19, target.com

Heavy Destruction Skinny Jean, $29.50, available in sizes 0-9, wetseal.com

I hope you've enjoyed my bleached denim finds and hope those of you into doing it yourself found my DIY tips useful. If you have any other ideas for denim trends that you would like to see me write about, e-mail your ideas to me at Charmed42787@gmail.com. You can also contact me on myspace.

Sparkle & Shine

It's time for all fashionistas to rise and shine, because shine is in right now. Whether it be satin, sateen, charmeuse, patent leather, glitter or sparkles; shine is now everywhere. Like neon and bright colored jeans, shine is also the perfect way to help you get noticed and stand out in a crowd; and since fashion is all about taking risks, this is your time to shine! Here are some shiny clothes and accesories that will help you achieve this:

Aerie Shine Cami, $9.95, shown in Ice Blue; also available in Midnight Burgandy, Ice Blue is available is size X-Small-Medium and Midnight Burgandy is only available in size Large, ae.com

Aerie Shiny Ballet Flat, $34.50, available in sizes 6-10, ae.com

Metallic Dress, $26.99, available in sizes M and L, charlotterusse.com

Metallic Pump in Gold, $22.99, available in sizes 6-9, charlotterusse.com

Metallic Pump in Pewter, $22.99, available in sizes 7-9, charlotterusse.com

Metallic Strappy Slingbacks, $24.99, shown in pink; also available in aqua and royal, sizes 6-10 (royal not avilable in 10), charlotterusse.com

Mirror Bangle, $4.00, charlotterusse.com

Teardrop Cluster Earrings, $4.00, charlotterusse.com

Red Dangle Earrings, $6.50, claires.com

Silver Gem Ring, $7.50, claires.com

Silver Wallet, $10.00, claires.com

Knit Waist Skirt w/ Pleated Chiffon Hem, $39.00, available in sizes Small and Medium, forever21.com

Shine V Cap Sleeve, $12.99, available in sizes s-l, mandee.com

Zinc Metallic Swing Coat in Gold, $23.90, available in sizes small-large, nordstrom.com

Zinc Metallic Swing Coat in White, $23.90, available in sizes small-large, nordstrom.com

Basic Boot, $29.50, available in sizes 6.5-9, wetseal.com

Covered Button Bootie, $26.50, shown in cognac; also available in ivory, sizes 6, 7, 7.5, 8, and 8.5 (cognac only available in 8), wetseal.com

Glitter Diamond Bangle, $3.99, shown in royal; also available in silver, wetseal.com

Glitter Dot Bangle, $3.99, shown in magenta; also available in black, wetseal.com

Button Front Ribbed Jacket, $32.50, shown in white; also available in pink and grey, sizes S-XL, wetseal.com

Woven Bubble Hem Dress, $24.50, available in sizes XS-L, wetseal.com

If you find any more shiny or sparkly clothing or accessories and would like to see them on this blog, please let me know. E-mail me at Charmed42787@gmail.com or send me a message via myspace. Have fun shopping and shine on!