FDPC Day 21. comfy

FASHION DAILY Photo Challenge
Day 21. comfy

This one might be my favorite word so far.  Comfy is more then often what I strive toward in my style. I dont like being uncomfortable but I do know when sacrifices need to be made for the love of the art!!  The fashion trends right now have been putting comfortability up front and center.  Baggy, draped pieces are in, in, in and I love, love, love it.  Now we must be careful when approaching this trend because looking "comfortable" is not always a good thing.  Sometimes that is a translation for looking "sloppy." EEEKkkk

This dress I bought recently from the sale rack at Urban Outfitters.  Their sale racks are too darn good that they steer me away from ever shopping in the rest of the store!  Anyway, when I put this on in the dressing room I didn't even have to contemplate buying it.  I instantly saw myself gravitating towards wearing this all the time and I had to have it.  Its not just one of those baggy, box dresses.  It falls in a way that shows off some curves while having movement.  I could lounge around the house in this dress, I could sleep in this dress, I could run errands in this dress, I could go to the beach in this dress, and I could even throw on a belt, a sassy necklace, some heels and go to dinner in this dress.  What do you think of that?  Cant say that about too many things now can you?  Now I feel like the word of the day is versatile and not comfy.  Guess I got a little side tracked.

Dressing comfortable is all about the fit.  Its when we start wearing things that dont really fit us that we feel restricted.  I immediately just thought of a waist belt.  Yes, I love them and they can add so much to your figure but, there is nothing comfortable about going out with a non stretchy waist belt to restrain your every breathe.  I have come to realize that the belts I tend to wear all the time are the ones that have elastic in them, so I dont have to loosen it after dinner!! I recommend purchasing elastic waist belts to help stay comfy while keeping the look you want.  You'll thank me I promise!

FDPC Day 20. sheer

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Day 20. sheer

It used to be completely inappropriate and trashy to wear something see through.  Your underwear is only worn for support not to be seen right...WRONG!!  Haha, now if it is done properly you can show your undergarments and be classy, who would have thought?  I see girls do it all the time and I love it.  I think it is so sexy but I must admit it is a hard one for me to pull off sometimes.  I get very self conscious about looking too.... scandalous.  I usually wear a tank underneath anything sheer if it is to be worn during the day time.  Night time is where I find it a little easier to get away with.  This outfit I created is definitely an evening get up.  I took a long brown sheer top that I purchased from forever 21 and put it under a black skirt that I bought online from this amazing japanese website called yesstlye.  Thank you Logan for getting me hooked on that thing!  Anyway, I wanted to wear something over the sheer top that would enable it to poke out on the bottom almost creating the illusion that its all one dress.  Then I took this amazingly large belt that I purchased from goodwill to synch the waist and hide all the excess fabric of the sheer top that I pulled out of the skirt to bring the bottom to my desired length.  To top the whole outfit off I threw on my light blue pointed toe sling backs that I purchased at my FAVORITE thrift store in las vegas Savers.  Whenever I am looking for something comfortable and flirty, but dressy and classy I search for something sheer.    Its the quickest and most cozy option to help make you look dressed up and put together.  As long as you are not showing too much skin under there.  Keep it clean now you hear!

FDPC Day 19. One of a kind

You can't help but feel good when you put something on and you KNOW, no one else has it, has seen it, or can get it. Some people like to think that what they wear says nothing about who they are. Ahhhhh!!! That is called denial my friends! For some people it is hard to understand that your apparel is a part of who you are. Everything you do, everything you say, everything you chose to spend time on makes up all the little things that are YOU! Your clothes make a statement about YOU no matter how little time you spend on it. How you dress is your own personal art form, it is another way to express your point of view without having to say a thing. It is worth spending some time developing your voice through your wardrobe, no matter how difficult, easy, or time consuming that may be. It will help you feel more confident, more proud, and more important. It will help YOU feel "one of a kind!"
My one of a kind piece in this photo, besides myself, hehe, is the purple jumpsuit. I bought it last year when I was biking through Amsterdam and stopped at a flea market in the middle of the street. There was a stand that had all vintage clothes and of course I tried on everything. This one stood out to me because it was a one of a kind, hand made item and I had never seen anything like it. I know it's not normal to get a lot of joy out of hunting for a unique item as much as I do but now every time I wear it I can't help but feel good and I think anyone could relate to that. When you put something on an instantly feel strong and unique, you don't have to worry about being compared to anyone else. Unfortunately my husband thinks I spend a little too much time developing my voice through my wardrobe. ;) I blame it on my mother! And I wouldn't have it any other way!

FASHION DAILY Photo Challenge Day 18. Pastels

Pastels are no longer worn only on Easter Sunday. This delicate, soft, dreamy color palate is now used for every type of occasion. It might seem a little too delicate for some tastes at first but there is a way to incorporate pastels in almost everyone's wardrobe. Literally every article of clothing could not be worn in a solid pastel color. If you want to dive in and play with this trend go strong with a pastel denim and pair it with a complimentary pastel top perhaps with a pattern or color blocking. If you want to ease your way in maybe try it with accessories like a pastel purse or necklace. If your somewhere in the middle try a pastel cardigan or blazer and pair it with a metallic necklace!! Ooo that idea just made me want to go get a blazer, haha!! Any pastel item will instantly make your outfit current, and romantic! I found this website that has some great help on how to wear pastels in more detail.
http://www.squidoo.com/fashion-2012-pastel-colors
The dress that I am wearing I picked up at a vintage store in Montreal a little over 4 years ago. I was going to wear it on its own but I felt like I looked a little too much like a ballerina. So I chose this sheer button up shirt from Top Shop to break up the color and make it a little more sophisticated and a little less innocent. I chose this skinny belt that I stole from my mom, thanks mom ;), to tie in my sandals from target, and to add a waist line without a large distraction. This look could easily move for day to night by just adding a heel!!!
Share your pastel ideas!

FDPC day 17. Asymmetrical

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Day 17. asymmetrical

Asymmetrical lines are everywhere in fashion.  They first started to creep into cardigans and jackets, where the back was short and the front was long.  Then it started moving into tops, skirts and dresses.  It is very popular to see these items where the fabric is short in the front and loooong in the back.  I think it is a very fun style to play with.  Its screams playful and sexy.  It gives you a little peep in the front and then a tad more elegance in the back.  It also creates an great opportunity to play around with layers, which I LOVE!!!  This top/dress that I am wearing I picked up at a flea market in Japan last year.  I was not quite sure what it was at first and it took a little help from a friend to understand that it was a wrap.  It is designed so that the bottom part of the dress wraps around my waist where there is a button to hold it in place on side and tie on the other.  Its adorable all wrapped up, but a friend of mine gave me the idea to just wear it open.  Which I thought was brilliant.  Thank you Tracy Shibata!!!
For this outfit I took the part of the fabric that was placed to tie the skirt together and wrapped it around the front of my waist and pinned it to my left side to act as a belt!  Quick little changes to make a wrap dress into a funky asymmetrical shirt/skirt/thing.  : )

FASHION DAILY Photo Challenge Day 16. plain white t

FASHION DAILY Photo Challenge
Day 16. Plain white T

There is nothing more versatile then a plain white t, and no I am not talking about the band : )  Whenever you dont have time to spend on putting together an outfit, or you're just fed up with searching through your closet, you can always depend on a plain white t to save the day.  A plain white t is anything but plain.  Its clean, simple, playful and sophisticated.  You can pair it with just about anything.  I used to rely so much on the plain white t, that I would never venture out.  Now its not my safe hiding place, its just another addition to my style and a staple in my wardrobe.  Every woman, man, girl and boy should own a comfortable, fitted, plain white t.  I would also say that it is something worth splurging on.  I know sometimes you go into a store and question why a plain white t would be so expensive and you never pick it up.  Next time try it on, and ask yourself how much better it feels then the hanes t's that you get from Target.  Take into consideration how much wear you will get out of it and ask your self if it is worth spending money on something that might just be one of the most worn items in your closet.  I just recently purchased this plain white t from American Eagle on the sale rack.  It was only $20 but normally I would pass because its just a plain white t, however I thought about how many times I look into my closet searching for a white t that is not my boyfriends undershirt and find myself disappointed.  I have a feeling that I will be wearing this t more then I wear any of my other t's because it just goes with EVERYTHING!!

FASHION DAILY Photo Challenge Day 15. Whimsical

Right now there are lots of whimsical influences in the fashion trends. Everywhere you are seeing light, flowy, dream like fabrics and lots of patterns that include birds, feathers and other ethereal inspired shapes. I love this trend because it is very easy to wear, its comfortable and casual yet extremely easy to dress up for most every occasion.
I must say that I quite like representing nature on my clothes. I will give birds a shout out anytime!