Born on July 24th 1969, Jennifer Lopez turns 43 today! The ageless beauty is an absolute inspiration when it comes to all things business & beauty. She has a sense of style all her own and is the absolute epitome of a glamazon! Let’s celebrate with a collection of fun Jennifer Lopez fashion moments(boy toys included)!
Remember this??????
how could I leave this Versace number out??????
I am over the moon!!!!!!! The rumors are true…….MTV announced today that House Of Style will return October 9. The iconic fashion news show first aired in 1989 and was hosted by Cindy Crawford for the first six years(later hosts included Rebecca Romijn, Daisy Fuentes and Molly Sims). The new show “House Of Style Collection” will be featured exclusively on the MTV style digital platform but will include content for TV as well. The show will not only feature current episodes, but will also include classic footage HELLO Todd Oldham DIY segments and supermodels galore! MTV is keeping the host a secret but will reveal the muse on the red carpet of the 2012 MTV video music awards on September 6. In addition to the resurrection of the best fashion show EVER, MTV will air “House of style: Music models and MTV” on August 7. The documentary will basically look back and tell the story of the series, all while celebrating 90’s fashion. If you’re a 90’s kid like myself this will refresh our memories and if you’ve never heard of the show, this will be your introduction! Click HERE for a preview!!!!!!!
Fall 2012 ad campaigns have arrived! Twice a year(Spring/Summer & Fall/Winter) our favorite fashion houses sum up their collections and ideas with images that are targeted to fashionistas around the world. I usually have a favorite or two but not this time, it was actually a chore narrowing it down to my top five! I think you’ll agree that these are some amazing images…….
Louis Vuitton: Love the enchanting 1920’s “Louis Vuitton express” feel. Shot by Steven Meisel.
Jean Paul Gaultier: Karlie Kloss looks gorgeous in these street inspired ads complete with old scaffolding and graffiti in the background. Shot by Willy Vandeperre.
Vera Wang: Simply beautiful, these ethereal ads literally look like a dream. Shot by Carter Smith.
Edun: I love the creative images of the models as well as the use of a beautiful white owl and butterflies which are all indigenous to Africa where the brand produces most of it’s clothing, supporting local factories. This is the first ever campaign for the brand. Shot by Ryan McGinley.
Mulberry: My absolute favorite! The whimsical ‘where the wild things are’ themed ads are perfection. Shot by Tim Walker.
okay okay I have one more, lets call it the honorable mention……
H&M: I love how simple yet stunning this campaign is, featuring Lana Del Ray the retro vibe is in full swing. Shot by Inez van Lamsweerde.
Lauren Conrad has teamed up with Austin company Blue Avocado to create an affordable eco-friendly accessories line of sustainable lifestyle products. The almost 20 piece collection called xo(eco) includes cute lunch totes, cosmetic bags, jewelry rolls and shopping carryalls. All pieces in the collection are made using Repreve, a fiber product made from recycled materials including water bottles and come complete with an impact label showing exactly how many recycled bottles went into making each item. xo(eco) is available exclusively at Amazon $9.99- $69.99 and a percentage of the profits will be donated to various organizations focusing on ocean clean up and recovery efforts. With two clothing lines, two websites, a book franchise and now this eco-friendly venture, the reality star turned fashionista is leaving a footprint of her own in the fashion industry!
Images: Amazon
This month marks the 66th birthday of the bikini! In 1946 July 5th to be exact French designer Louis Réard introduced the daring two piece to the world. So daring that at first Parisian models refused to wear his design. However a dancer named Micheline Bernardini took on the challenge and became the first woman ever to wear a bikini, sparking a trend that would never end. The bikini has been ever-changing since it’s debut in the 1940’s, let’s take a trip down memory lane.
Louis Réard,1946
Micheline Bernardini,1946
Bikinis by the decade…
1940’s
1950’s
1960’s
1970’s
1980’s
1990’s
Turn of the century
2012!!!! itsy bitsy teenie weenie!
Contrary to the latest Sports Illustrated cover, not everyone is wearing tiny string bikinis. There are many different styles being worn today. I love how there is no definition of the “now” bikini. They come in a variety of colors, patterns, materials and cuts! Cheers to variety!
Present day bikinis….
Images: Sports illustrated, Splash news, Akm-Gsl,Bauer-grifin and fame flynet pictures.
“You’re considered superficial and silly if you are interested in fashion, but I think you can be substantial and still be interested in frivolity” -Sofia Coppola
“Sizes mean nothing. Know your measurements and what proportions work best for you, then work the hell out of those”-Olga Montserrat
I couldn’t agree more!
I am so in love with all the latest nail art I have come across, it’s such a sensation across beauty blogs and all over the web. I have always done polka dots and have mastered the easiest way to do so. I am not artsy at all, so getting perfect polka dots every time is an amazing feat. I used to use a toothpick until I discovered my favorite polka dot making tool at a craft store years ago and I still use the same tool now. The tool is known in the scrapbooking world as a stylus or embossing tool and they’re very reasonably priced, $2-$4 at Michaels, Jo-ann or any craft store. I prefer the dual tipped kind, so I can choose the size of my polka dots. This whole polka dot obsession has led me to include heart designs in my nail art. I came across a tutorial a few months ago that showed how to create a heart by connecting 3 dots. you’ll see just how simple it is in the pictures below
Stylus tool $2.10 at stuff4scrapbooking.
Heart in a few easy steps.
1. start with one dot
2. make another dot directly beside it
3.make a third dot under the first two, directly in the middle, this will be the bottom of your heart.
4 connect the three dots into a heart shape.
5. give your design plenty of time to dry before applying your topcoat.
My tool
I prefer to put a small amount of polish onto a post it and dip my tool into that instead of into the bottle.
My latest heart nail art. Mint polish topped with a cherry red heart!
Happy Friday everyone!!!!!!!!! Here are some fabulous finds for you to shop, including some of my favorite eyeshadow! Have a great weekend!
1. Hammered heart earrings rose tone ($12.90) 2.Pink scarf ($18) both available at Nordstrom.
3. Pin tucked floral top ($19.80) available at Forever21.
4.Two tone zip wallet (sale $9.99) available at Zara.
5. Urban Decay feminine eyeshadow palette (sale$16) available at Urban Decay.
6. Skinny belt ($7.70) 7. Horseshoe bracelet ($10) both available at Sosie.
I love updos with headbands, the style works well with all hair types and is easy and chic! It’s very feminine and perfect for summer as well. Below are some cute ways to rock the beauty bands!
The messier, the better and add a double headband too!
I absolutely LOVE this look below, her hair is perfect and her makeup is amazing!!!! Bold brow and a perfectly highlighted and contoured cheek with a nude lip! The ultimate summer hair & makeup look!
Mark your calendars!!!! An epic collaboration is coming to Target and Neiman Marcus December 1st! The two retailers recruited 24 American designers to create limited-edition gift items with prices ranging from $7.99 to $499.99, with most items under $60. The entire collection(more than 50 pieces) will be available in stores and online at both retailers december 1st. In honor of the partnership, the two companies are jointly making a $1 million donation to the CFDA, affirming their support of American design! More information to come….check in at Target and Neiman Marcus.
Image: Neiman Marcus
The list of talented designers partaking in this amazing collaboration.
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