How to Create Your Own Unique Style

Hola, girls and boys! Today, this fashionista is going to teach you how to find your own unique style! After all, sometimes we all get a little too caught up in the world of Abercrombie logo tees and dressing just like the girls at school. Isn't it better to stand out and be noticed? I don't mean you have to dress wild 'n' crazy- in fact, I don't think you should. Just adding your own personal touch to every outfit is a great place to start, though!

My Personal Tips for Finding Your Own Unique Style

1. Find a "you" item of clothing and wear it often. I would not suggest wearing it every day, but a few times a week gives you a way to be recognizable fashionably. For me, I wear a headband almost every day. It keeps the bangs out of my face, is good for a bad hair day, and can definitel be cute. I have some gorgeous headbands. Other ideas are scarves, a certain necklace, pair of earrings, or bracelet, a type of shoes (I also rock boots a lot), etc. Don't let this piece define you stylistically, rather, define it yourself!

2. Instead of picking one fashion icon, pick two or three. Let those two or three fashionistas inspire you when you shop or choose outfits for a day. This way, instead of just replicating one star, you're mixing up several styles into a style that is uniquely your own. My fashion icons are Blair Waldorf, Serena Van der Woodsen (yes, I love Gossip Girl! Haha), and Taylor Swift. When I shop, I think of those two fictional characters and one very real singer, and I let them inspire me.

3. Whenever you go through magazines and catalogs or are bored online, find pictures of clothes you like, stars who are dressing cute, even rooms or anything designer-ish that inspires you. Make collages, and post one by your closet and put another in your purse for when you go shopping. Also make wishlists, so you buy only what you really want!

4. Have a signature piece for when you need to feel confident. It can change, as mine often does. I recently bought a pair of black booties that I feel sexy and confident in. I wear them when I'm nervous or headed out to an important function. It really helps give me that boost I need when I'm feeling down, as well!

5. Find an LBD...but make it your own. You don't have to go for the classic little black dress. You can find a black dress and declare it your own. Mine, for instance, is a sweater dress. It's much more me than anything like this. It also looks fabulous with my black booties and colored tights. Just sayin'.

I hope all of these tips helped you find your own personal style!

Until next time,

moi!

Wonderful Winterwear (for every Occasion)

Bonjour, mes amis et mes amies! How are you all this lovely Turkey day? As promised, I am bringing you multiple posts this week (thank you break!) AND promise a dry spell of no longer than three weeks afterwards (hopefully not even a week though!).

Today I'm bringing you some fabulously fashionable ideas for every important winter occasion!

First off, we have the ever-dreaded exams. I am a firm believer in dressing as comfortably as possible during exams, so I suggest jeans and a hoodie. However, I also believe in taken a break between studying, and sipping an espresso or hot chocolate. Therefore, I pair my hoodie with flats- cute, comfy, and casual- an oversized bag to throw a textbook and my cell in, and some simple jewelry. I chose pearls and a silver pearl ring because those leave me feeling confident and classy. Studies do show that those dressed classily perform better on exams. It's that boost of confidence that says "I can ace this!"


exams by emoemu

My next outfit is for possibly the worst shopping experience ever- holiday shopping. Even if you don't celebrate a gift-giving holiday in the winter, my friends all exchange gifts and yours may as well. It can be stressful. Not only do you need the perfect gift for your best friend and your new boyfriend, but what are you going to get Grammy or Aunt Gertrude? You'll probably be at the mall for a while (I suggest grabbing some friends to make it at least bearable), so you want to be comfortable. Of course, the entire world is there...so you want to look cute. Straight-legged or skinny jeans are always flattering, and when you pair them with a bulky knit vest, you'll be turning heads. If it's snowing, add Bean Boots (much cuter in real life), and if it isn't, wear moccassins. Add a cute beret for lazy hair, a watch to make sure you make it everywhere before the mall closes, a funky necklace to be noticed, and a bag big enough to carry the essentials...plus all of those receipts, and you're ready for a day of hectic shopping! Just think of all the calories you're burning off of that Thanksgiving meal!


christmas shopping by emoemu

After all of that shopping, you have to head to your mom's company party. It's semi-formal dress, so all you need is a cute coctail dress. A matching clutch for your cell phone and lipgloss is necesary of course. Heels will make you seem older and not so much like "The CFO's kid." I love this owl ring, it's funky but not too loud. Pair it with a simpler, classier necklace so that your jewelry isn't too obnoxious!


wintry wonderland partay by emoemu

When the snow starts falling, don't stay inside by the fire...go walking in a winter wonderland! Have a snowball fight with your friends, neighbors, family, or whoever is around. Build a snowman or snowwoman. Just stay bundled up in boots, jeans, a heavy winter jacket, gloves, a scarf, and a beret! You'll be the cutest snowbunny out there!


snowball fights by emoemu

Next up we one of the most terrifying events a girl must go through...a holiday dinner with her boyfriend's entire family. Yes, Grandmother Betty will be there, as will Uncle Fred and cousin Janet. You need to look classy of course, but cute...just in case you and your sweetie get any alone time. This dress is fun (and from my favorite store, Rugby) but not trashy at all, especially when paired with tights. Adding booties will give you a professional yet chic edge. A watch lets his family know you're serious about punctuality, and wearing the necklace that your boyfriend got you for Christmas (and that, in all honesty, his mother probably picked out) shows you appreciate what he and his family do for you. Smile, say plenty of thank yous, and don't forget a thank you card about a week later. Grandmother Betty will think you're her favorite future granddaughter-in-law ;) (but you don't actually need to marry him).


dinner with boyfriend's parents by emoemu

With the terrifying dinner over with, it's time to party as you count down to the new year! Your friend Jessica is hosting a New Years party, and everyone who is anyone will be there. You need to look cute, and you decide to go with a wintry theme. A white sweater dress is good for snuggling with your boyfriend right before your New Year's kiss, not to mention warm and flattering. Add some silver jewelry, a headband, and a silver bag. Either heels or flats are acceptable, depending on how formal the party is. However, if all you wear is white and silver you'll look a little boring. Colored tights are in style right now, and they really pop with all white (or all black).


wintry wonderland 1 by emoemu

Finally, the holidays are over. It's the new year and it's time for a new year! Start the new semester off right with an adorably chic outfit. As you can tell, I love my skinny/straight jeans. I also adore blazers (so flattering) and that scarf is outrageously attractive. Since the least-used color is red, I opted for red flats and a red bag. Red is a noticeable color, so people will see the new, bold you on the first day back to school! The gold jewelry is also a nice touch to make you stand out.


first day back to school by emoemu

Well, now you have an idea on what to wear for every holiday season event. Bon chance, et au revoir!

Moi

Stores We Love

Bonjour fashionistas!
Oh my, it has been a long time since I've posted. I've just been so wrapped up in school! This week though, I'm off for break. I'm going to make as many posts as possible, and then I'll try for one a week until winter break. Boarding school is going fabulously, thanks for asking!

So, today we're going to chat about some cute, little-known stores. They may be well-known to YOU, but I discovered them over the summer. A few of them are just a tad pricey, so I would suggest putting it on your holiday wishlist in hopes that Santa may put it under the tree or your parents will give it to you on the eighth night...

The FIRST store we're going to chat about is Kira Plastinina. To be honest, this store is not really my style, as it's a little too funky for me, but you have to commend Kira. She's only in tenth grade, and she's running her own fashion line and doing very well. Now, she doesn't design all of the clothes, but she does inspire them. The clothes are, as I said, funky, with glittery dresses, print leggings, and colorful tees. I did find some things that I loved, both on-line and in her New York store, such as this dress. The store is also very teen-friendly, with colorful decorations, a candy bar, and a free lollipop for every customer. I would certainly suggest searching this store, even if it would never be my mine wardrobe staple. And who knows? It could be yours!

The next store we're going to chat about it much more me-Madewell! I found this store over the summer, and it is one of my absolute favorites now! I think of it as a sort of casual-chic-meets-J.Crew, a connection that shouldn't come as a surprise since Madewell and J.Crew are owned by some of the same people. My favorite item they sell is scarves...and they have PLENTY for me to love. They also sell several cardigans, and my personal favorite- straight-legged jeans and cords. I have the jeans in blue, gray, yellow, and the cords in blue. They're trendy, warm, and flattering. This store is a must-go for staples, cardigans, jeans, and scarves. They also have fabulous boots!

The next store is possibly my favorite. Ever. It's name is Rugby and it's owned by Ralph Lauren. Is it expensive? Oh yes. Is it worth it? Ohhh yes! Everything they sell is so...cool, and flattering! If you watch Gossip Girl and you saw that episode at Yale, it screamed Rugby the entire time! Unsurprisingly they sell several rugbies. They also have chic dresses and skirts. The blouses are also to die for. Do you see anything wrong with this store? I have yet to find anything ugly there! Oh sure, some of it may not be anything I would wear. It's still cute though!

That's it for this post of fabulous stores! I hope you found some new things you love! Arrivederci! Ciao!

Moi