Showing posts with label cosmetics. Show all posts
Showing posts with label cosmetics. Show all posts

Monday, July 27, 2009

Keep Cool In Coral

In my last blog post, I wrote about how blue was a major color trend for the Summer of 2009. Well, coral is also a hot color this Summer. Coral can vary in shades of orange, pink, and red. It is a great Summer color since it is reminiscent of the sunset and radiates a feeling of warmth. One hot look on the runways and in fashion magazines has been mixing coral with shades of blue (particularly turquoise and teal). This actually looks very good and is a great way to combine both of this season's trendy colors. Take a look at some of my cute coral finds below.

Athera Wrap Sweater, $14.99, available in sizes S-L, alloy.com


Belted Halter Dress, $29.99, available in sizes XS and S, alloy.com


Bow-Back Bra Tank, $22.50, available in sizes S-XL, alloy.com


Flutter-Sleeve Crochet Dress, $14.99, available in sizes S-XL, alloy.com


Beaded Flower Ring, $4.00, available in sizes 7-9, charlotterusse.com


Enamel Cut Out Earrings, $4.00, charlotterusse.com


Filigree Chandelier Earrings, $4.00, charlotterusse.com


Gathered Racerback Top, $8.99, available in sizes S-L, charlotterusse.com


Neon Coral Shorts, $11.49, available in sizes 3-13, charlotterusse.com


Plaid Flutter Top, $8.49, available in sizes M and L, charlotterusse.com


Rhinestone Flower Necklace, $6.99, charlotterusse.com


Rhinestone Flower Ring, $4.00, available in sizes 7-9, charlotterusse.com


Abstract Ikat Pocket Top, $17.80, available in sizes Small-Large, forever21.com

Floral Flare Skirt, $22.80, available in sizes X-Small-Large, forever21.com


Anisa Studded Bracelet, $7.80, forever21.com


Assorted Ring Bead Necklace, $$8.80, forever21.com


Belted Linen Dress, $22.80, available in sizes Small-Large, forever21.com


Blazing Hot Nail Lacquer,$2.80, forever21.com


Pretty Luminous Brightening Cheek Color, $17.50, kohls.com

Croft and Barrow Logo Satchel, $22.00, kohls.com


Crinkle Knot Front Halter, $24.99, available in sizes S-L, mandee.com


Emblem Peasant, $28.00, available in sizes S-L, mandee.com


Floral Sublimation Top, $28.00, available in sizes M and L, mandee.com


Patent Ankle Sandal Strap, $13.99, available in sizes 6-9, mandee.com



2 Pocket Button Front Jacket, $24.00, available in sizes M-XL, mandee.com

Beaded Coral Necklace With Abstract Charm, $19.99, target.com

Beaded Flower Dangle Earrings, $19.99, target.com

Floral Stamp Drop Earrings, 7.99, target.com

Gypsy Girl Graphic Tee, $12.99, available in sizes X-Small-XX-Large, target.com

Mossimo Supply Co. Jacket Coral Stripe, $16.08, available in sizes X-Small-XX-Large, target.com

Xhilaration Cover-Up Dress Print Poncho, $17.99, available in sizes Medium and Large, target.com

Juniors' Mossimo Supply Co. Pointelle Pullover Sweater, $19.99, available in sizes X-Small-X-Large, target.com

Merona Multi Asym Stretch Bracelet, $12.99, target.com

Juniors' Mossimo Supply Co. Long Sleeveless Dress, $20.00, available in sizes X-Small-XX-Large, target.com


Juniors' Xhilaration Strapless Cummerbund Dress, $19.58, available in sizes Small-X=Large, target.com

Mossimo Supply Athletic Short, $10.00, available in sizes X-Small, Large, X-Large, and XX-Large, target.com

Mossimo Striped Pocket Tote, $17.99, target.com

Mossimo Supply Co. Flap Front Double Pocket Bag, $17.48, target.com

OMG Scoop Tee, $9.90, available in sizes XS-M, wetseal.com

Scoop Script Tee, $9.90, available in sizes XS-XL, wetseal.com

As I stated before, pairing coral with shades of blue is a very popular look this season. My recomendation would be denim, of course, since denim goes with almost anything. Since it's Summer, I would suggest pairing a coral top with denim shorts or a denim mini-skirt. You can also wear a coral top with jeans on a cooler day. A coral jacket would also be nice with a pair of jeans. Grab a pair of faux denim leggings to wear with a coral dress or coral tunic (a look that's going to be very much in style for the Fall). Wear a pair of coral shorts with a denim vest. A coral skirt would look great paired with a denim jacket. Coral accessories such as jewelry, shoes, handbags, etc. can also be matched with denim or other variants of blue like teal or turquoise. If you're really feeling brave, try matching coral with other shades of orange, pink, or red; such as peach, salmon, fuschia, etc. If you would like to see me write an article about any other trendy colors, e-mail me at Charmed42787@gmail.com or contact me on myspace.

Friday, July 24, 2009

Summertime Blues

While purple was the hot color for the Winter of 2008, blue has taken over for the Summer of 2009. Although purple still remains my favorite color, I do think blue is also a very nice color and it looks good on just about everybody. Blue is a lot like black in that respect. Only blue actually has one advantage over black. While black is slimming and flattering on all body types, if you have a pale complexion like I do, it has a tendency to wash you out and make you look even paler. Blue looks good with all skin tones. If you're fair-skinned and find that darker shades of blue wash you out the same way that black does, you can always opt for a lighter shade. You really can't go wrong this season because whether you go with cobalt, turquoise, royal, aqua, midnight, etc., all shades of blue are in right now. Take a look at my finds below to see different variations of blue.

Aviator Sunglasses, $5.99, charlotterusse.com

Heart Stone Ring, $4.00, available in sizes 7 and 8, charlotterusse.com

Ombre Metallic Scarf, $8.99, charlotterusse.com


Twisted Strap Top, $16.99, available in sizes S-L, charlotterusse.com


Hawaiian Dolphin Shorts, $16.99, available in sizes 1-13, charlotterusse.com


Patina Flower Hoop Earrings, $4.00, charlotterusse.com


Ruffle Halter Top, $17.99, available in sizes S-L, charlotterusse.com

Stackable Rhinestone Bangles, $4.00, charlotterusse.com

Stretch Bracelet, $18.00, jcpenney.com

axcess Silver-tone Bead Pendant, $16.08, kohls.com

Derek Heart Maci Floral Skirt, $13.99, available in sizes Large and X Large, kohls.com

Eyelash Ribbed Tee Set, $13.99, available in sizes Small-X Large, kohls.com

Derek Heart "Sunset Beach" Fleece Shorts, $7.99, available in sizes Small-X Large, kohls.com

Energie Tiered Halter Maxi Dress, $14.99, available in sizes Small-Large, kohls.com

Juniors' Mossimo Supply Co. Braided Tank, $19.99, available in sizes X-Small-XX-Large, target.com

Juniors' Mossimo Supply Co. Pocket Skirt, $10.00, available in sizes X -Small-XX-Large, target.com

Juniors' Xhilaration Eyelet Front Tank, $14.99, available in sizes X-Small-XX-Large, target.com

Merona Rouched Flap, $10.49, target.com


Xhilaration Print Hobo Bag, $10.00, target.com

Juniors' Xhilaration 17" Leggings, $4.18, available in sizes X-Small-Medium, target.com

Juniors' Xhilaration Tiered Tank, $12.99, available in sizes X-Small-XX-Large, target.com

Xhilaration Polka Swim Top, $14.00, available in sizes Small-X-Large, target.com

Xhilaration Gossip Swim Bottom, $14.00, available in sizes Small-X-Large, target.com

Xhilaration Large Bow Headband, $7.99, target.com

Double-Band Headband, $7.99, target.com

2 Tone Lashes, $9.50, wetseal.com

Aspiring Blue Mascara, $6.00, wetseal.com

Asymmetric Cold Shoulder Tunic, $17.50, available in sizes XS-XL, wetseal.com


Bashing Blue Eye Liner, $3.00, wetseal.com


Bashing Blue Nail Polish, $2.50, wetseal.com

Buckle Trim Tube Top, $17.50, available in sizes XS-XL, wetseal.com

Elastic Back Halter Top, $5.99, available in sizes XS-XL, wetseal.com


Midnight Blue Extensions, $5.50, wetseal.com


One Shoulder Top, $17.50, available in sizes XS-XL, wetseal.com

Royalty Blue Eye Shadow, $3.50, wetseal.com

Siren Duo Eye Shadow, $4.00, wetseal.com

Siren Turquoise Extensions, $5.50, wetseal.com

Stone Strap Top, $18.50, available in sizes S-L, wetseal.com

Wicked Turq Loose Shadow, $3.50, wetseal.com

Winged Skull Tee, $9.90, available in sizes XS-XL, wetseal.com

Another nice thing about blue is the fact it's such a calming color. Blue represents tranquility, so wearing it just gives you a serene feeling. It should also help those around you feel more relaxed. This makes blue the perfect Summer color because Summer vacation is all about feeling calm and relaxed. If you would like me to write about any other fun Summer colors, e-mail me at Charmed42787@gmail.com or send me a message on myspace.