The Flow

 

MAXI DRESS-F21/SANDALS, WATCH, OVER SIZED CLUTCH-NY&C/BANGLE-CHARLOTTE RUSSE

An extra day for the weekend would have been nice so that way I could have had another day to get my mind right for the coming week. Anyone think the weekend went by fast? Anyways, happy Monday! :0)

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A Casual Weekend

CAMEL DENIM JACKET & SANDALS- NEW YORK & COMPANY/ STRIPE CROPPED TEE- F21/ JEANS-CHARLOTTE RUSSE

Color and Simplicity

Lately I've been stuck on Italian Vogue more than American Vogue. I think that everyone knows that there's a major difference between the two. The fashion and style is completely different. Also, instead of American Vogue's usual and suddenly boring ways or using celebrities on the covers, Italian Vogue uses an array of talented models. Celebrities are celebrities, not super models. So let's leave the modeling to the models. Anyways, I was going through Italian Vogue as usual and I came across a set called, "Simply the Top." And these were the amazing photos that I couldn't take my eyes off of..

Photos by Mark Seliger and Mario Sorrenti via Italian Vogue

I love the first photo by Mark because I love, love, love color! Patterns and color! I love to see it being used in a good way. I only say that because some people do not know how to mix colors and patterns together. But I love seeing it put together the right way. As for the second one, obviously, you can see this picture says nothing but simplicity. And I love that at well. Makes me think about how much I enjoy just throwing on a white tee, a good 'ol pair of blue jeans and throwing my hair up into a messy bun! I love it! I wonder how many times I have said 'love' in this post?! :-)


X0X0 Ashley

10 Things You Need In Your Wardrobe

1. Basic Black Dress
2. Trench Coat
3. Dress Pants
4. Classic Skirt
5. Jeans
6. Any Occasion Top
7. Skirt
8. Day Dress
9. Jacket
10. Sweatsuit Alternative

Before you go shopping again, go through your closte and make sure that you have the basic pieces that you need before you go out and get the pieces that you want.

X0X0 Ashley

Product Review: Comparing Sephora & M.A.C.'s Foundations

When I started wearing makeup and getting really into it a few years ago, that is when I was introduced to M.A.C.'s fabulous foundation. I love it! But the problem is, when times are rough and you need something affordable that still works good, what will do the trick?

So I went on the hunt and came across Sephora's Mattifying Foundation (which is oil free) may I add. One of the most important things I must consider when looking for a new foundation is making sure that I get something that won't make my oily skin worse. (I have very very oily skin). I was ecstatic to find out that there foundation was oil free. Which for me meant no more blotting powder, no more using tissues to take the shine away from my face and no more being embarrassed about how shiny my face was.

So I started using the Sephora foundation and is has been a little over a month and I can honestly say that it works well. My oily skin is much more controlled and my makeup lasts longer. Before I usually put my foundation on I put on Smashbox Photo Finish Light oil free foundation primer and that helps to take away the shine even more. This is what I have been sticking to the past few weeks and it works great for me!

When I was using M.A.C.'s Studio Fix Foundation my color was NW45. And just to share with you, if you are also an NW45 for M.A.C., that is the equivalent to Sephora's Compact Powder Foundation in R55. But to just be sure before purchasing, go to a Sephora counter near you and have them test it out on your face to make sure you have the perfect color.

If you have oily skin, what products work well for you?

xoxo

Macy's Fashion Director Challege

Where: Macy's Downtown- Metro Center

1201 G Street NW

Washington, DC 20005

When: Saturday, September 25, 2010 @ 2:00PM

Join Paul Wharton from Real Housewives of DC! Share your creativity and take the Fashion Challege and win a $100 Macy's Gift card to spend on your own fall ensemble.

Contestants are going to be paired with models and directed to create a complete outfit for a special occasion such as a job or reality show audition.

No tickets! Just show up, bring a friend and have a great time!

Fall Into It..

(wearing a ruffle dress by New York & Company)

I'm super excited because fall is here! I have seen so many cute clothes it is ridiculous! I have a pretty strong feeling that this will be the season were my shopping addiction will return. (most likely being worst than before) I'm seeing chunky sweaters, velour suits and cardigans (which I love) everywhere! Can't wait to do my first big shopping trip for the fall. I will definitely make sure I do a haul video and post it up on my YouTube channel! =)

Are you ready for fall shopping?

xoxo,

Ashley

Back to the Basics..

(TOP BY CHARLOTTE RUSSE, JEANS BY PACSUN, ACCESSORIES BY CLAIRE'S AND NEW YORK & COMPANY)



I love doing outfits that are simple but yet cute. Sometimes you just need a break from being so dressy-dressy and just go plain-jane sometimes. Don't get me wrong, I still love to get creative and dress up but for those simple days I love to go overboard with my accessories! Yes, I said it! Go overboard! I like to wear multiple chains/necklaces together and mix gold and silver jewelry together..(whoever came up with that rule that you can't mix them together anyway??) Any who, I'm proud to say that I'm a rule breaker and I happily enjoy it.



Although, I can say to an extent I enjoy seeing my mother get a kick out of some of the crazy combinations I do sometimes..but it makes me laugh. Everyone has their OWN personal style and everyone may not understand why you do or wear the things you wear but it is about what makes your heart flutter and what makes you happy. Hey, just like my blog header quote says, "Don't worry about being like the rest. Just be you. Be original. At the end of the day people are going to love you for being you and not trying to be like someone else." That has to one of the best quotes I've came up with, lol.

What does your style say about you?

xoxo,
Ashley

Denim and Distressed...

(wearing hair flower by Claire's, white printed racer back tee by Forever 21, light blue denim button up shirt by Macy's, jeans by WAX, wedges by Charlotte Russe, accessories by Charlotte Russe and Forever 21, watch and sunglasses by New York & Company)

I happened to have yesterday afternoon as free time and decided to get a bit creative. I love love denim so I decided to mix up some colors of denim to see how it comes out..and I must say that I like! I loved doing the two shades of denim, it looks really good together. It's such a fun outfit! It definitely shows the type of person that I am. Hope y'all like! =)

xoxo,

Ashley

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Floral Skirts & Sunny Days...

Okay, so I know it has been a while since I did an outfit post and I totally owe it to y'all :) So here goes..

(wearing a hat by Forever 21, skirt by Charlotte Russe, shirt by The Limited, watch by New York & Company, and accessories from a bunch of different places I don't even remember, lol)

This has to be one of my favorite outfits yet..I love the hat (and I'm not even a hat person!), love the skirt and the shirt! To me it was simple and cute with the right amount of color.

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Well, hope ya'll like and I'll have another one for you soon! ;0)

xoxo,

Ashley

First off, I love the skirt because it looks like it has two layers. If you look closely around the bottom, you'll see a different floral pattern. I thought it was super cute and had to get it!