February 18th, 2019 by Samantha Furno Hair Clips: The Surprise Accessory of the Season
Remember those colorful and fun hair clips you used to wear on the regular as a kid?! Well get ready to feel nostalgic, because the fashion world is currently going crazy for them! Claws, clips or barrettes, we love them all! These clips were a hair staple of any 90’s child and I personally used to stock up on those snap clips and butterfly claws any time I went into a Claire’s store! As a kid, these hair accessories were used mainly to keep our hair out of our faces, but in 2019, clips are the perfect way to add color, texture and sparkle to any hair-do! Whether you opt for a classic Lucite claw or a pearlized clip, this nostalgic trend is totally accessible and easy to wear in real life. Here’s some of our favorite ways we are seeing this trend make a huge comeback!
Shine Bright
Whether it’s a glitzy heart or a shiny star, we are loving barrettes in bold, identifiable shapes!
Not Your Grandma’s Pearls
If you’re looking to add an ultra-luxe flair to your do, these faux pearl snap clips are the way to go!
Bling Bling
High-fashion houses are also making their mark in this hair-clip frenzy!
Keep it Classic
These nostalgic clips are perfect for adding some 90’s flair to any fit. We like how Courtnee opted for clips in a clashing pink for some contrast.
Useful & Cute
We are loving lucite claws that are both fashionable and functional!
Go for Gold
Gold sculptural barrettes instantly add a more modern aspect to a sleek, pulled back do!
February 13th, 2019 by Melanie Sutrathada 6 Outfits to Wear for Valentine’s Day
Let’s face it: finding the perfect outfit for Valentine’s Day can be a little overwhelming at times. From Galentine’s Day brunch to date night, we got you covered in the fashion department. Ahead, we’re going to show you six different outfits that you can wear for Valentine’s Day. Scroll on for some sweet outfit inspiration.
Opt-Out of Red
If you’re looking to steer clear of the typical red, white or pink outfits for Galentine’s Day brunch, choose a dress with ultra-feminine details like ruffles or cut-outs.
Red Jumpsuit
For a sleeker look that’s suitable for date night, opt for a red jumpsuit on Valentine’s Day.
Matching Outfits
We all know how much blogger babes love their coordinated outfits! Picking a matching set in red, white or pink is the perfect way to transition from at work to happy hour with co-workers after.
Themed Shirt
Plan on having a more low-key night in with your significant other? Choose a simple and cute Valentine’s themed shirt to celebrate!
Statement Coat
One thing is for sure: date night just got a little bolder with a statement coat.
Utilize Floral
We’re loving the way Gracie styled this black off-the-shoulder top with these fun, floral pants.
February 12th, 2019 by Jennifer Beile 7 Last Minute Valentine’s Day Outfit Ideas
I have a love-hate relationship with Valentine’s Day. I love love, chocolate, date nights, and the little surprises that come with the holiday, but I hate the manufactured holiday that adds unnecessary stress to what would otherwise be a typical date night. If you’re like me, the last thing you need is to add more pressure to the day by worrying about what to wear. No worries, I’ve done the research for you! Take a look at 7 last minute Valentine’s Day outfits to throw on no matter what your plans are this year.
Glam Dinner
Who says that it’s overrated to love Valentine’s Day and get all glammed up for a date night? Throw on your most fabulous, over the top dress to celebrate your love!
Shine On
Remix those sequins, sparkles, or metallics that you typically reserve for New Year’s Eve.
Festive in Red
Feeling extra festive? Go all in with a head to toe red hot look.
Go Wild
Not that we need an occasion to wear animal print, but if we did, Valentine’s Day would be it!
Casual Day Date
Contrast the formality of a silk skirt by dressing it down with an oversized chunky knit and sneakers for a casual day date.
Galentine’s Day
Coordinate with your bestie and celebrate your friendship in your favorite no fail dress.
A Night In
Is there anything better than a stress free date night in your own home? Stay in with Netflix, your favorite take out, and cozy knit. The best part? You don’t even have to wear pants!
February 11th, 2019 by Samantha Furno 5 Ways to Style Marigold this Season
Bright, cheery and undeniably bold; we are obsessing over a new hue for those warmer months ahead and she goes by the name of marigold! As eye-catching as she is, marigold promises to be the color of the spring season. From shades of bright yellow to golden orange, this warm tone is the perfect for adding a hint of sunshine to any look and it’s guaranteed to brighten both your outfit and your mood! We are super excited to incorporate this color into our warmer weather outfits, but we totally understand that this hue can be a bit finicky to work with! Before you write off this refreshing color completely, check out these awesome ways to incorporate marigold’s many variations into your wardrobe!
Style a Vintage Tee
Snag yourself a washed and worn vintage tee in this inviting hue and throw it on with some classic blues and cute wide-brim hat for an easy-going outfit with some boho-flair!
Contrast with a Pattern
This golden hue is sure to make your look pop, especially when you pair it against a striking pattern!
Accessorize with Marigold
If you’re worried about going overboard with the hue, wear it in your outfit’s accessories (loving these statement earrings)!
Utilize your Footwear
Opt for a pair of marigold- hued footwear to make any outfit shine!
Color Block with Marigold
Try color blocking by wearing marigold with another warm tone, like red or a bright orange!
February 6th, 2019 by Jennifer Beile 5 Brands Leading The No Retouching Movement
Since 2014, Aerie, an American Eagle offshoot, has committed to not retouching their models and embracing body positivity and inclusiveness.
For their spring 2019 campaign, Aerie introduced the new #AerieREAL Role Models; Eight inspirational body-positive women, including actresses Busy Philipps, Samira Wiley, and Jameela Jamil, Paralympic medalist Brenna Huckaby, YouTuber Molly Burke, Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman, Iskra Lawrence, and poet and author Cleo Wade. Meet the women here.
Read below about more body positive brands that have committed to not retouching their campaigns.
Dove
Dove was the first brand to include women of all shapes and sizes sans Photoshop and has continued to empower body positivity.
Target
Who knew that we could love Target even more than we already did? Target discontinued model retouching in 2017 and has anyone else noticed that the mannequins have more realistic body shapes?
ASOS
ASOS models can be seen with stretch marks, tattoos, bruises and more. They quietly stopped retouching models in 2017 and have since stated on their website that they “do not artificially adjust photographs of models to change their appearance. When we retouch images, we do so to ensure the product in the image looks more like the real product, which usually involves aligning the colour more closely.”
ModCloth
ModCloth was the first retailer to sign the “Heroes Pledge For Advertisers,” in 2014 promising not to “change the shape, size, proportion, color and/or remove/enhance the physical features” of models in advertisements post-production. I can personally attest to this. I modeled for ModCloth during this time! I love that they hire “normal” women for their campaigns!
