Loose Crochet Tops

   

These loose crochet tops have been in since last summer and are still going strong. They are perfect to throw on over a tank top in a hurry or to cover up after the beach. They are also nice to wearing over a bandeau when it's hot out. They can come in all sorts of knit sizes with small and large kitted holes also elaborate knitted designs. 

Barielle Nail Rebuilding Polish

Barielle's nail rebuilding protein is great for strengthening your nails. I've been using it lately for my broken nails and it's helped a lot. It looks opaque but drys clear. This is something that might help you too, or just eat foods with vitamin e. 

Ooh La Loft

  

There's a new boutique in my local mall and it's absolutely amazing! I love the clothes but of course they have really high prices! What I love more is the decor inside the store. It's a whole bunch of styles mixed together, shabby chic, country, bohemian, frilly, etc. I'd want my room to look like it! Boutiques are usually locally owned businesses unless they are chain ones so it's a great idea to go local and support them. 

Swimsuit Cover Ups

      

You can find long, short, sheer, cotton, fish net, beaded, embroidered, fancy and casual swimsuit cover ups. These cover ups are fantastic for wearing over your swimsuit while you head to the quickie mart for some ice cream after swimming. They allow you to look decent and not revealing while you aren't in normal clothing. Try to find ones made out of quick drying material and the right color so that if it's wet it won't look like you peed yourself. 

Hair Tie Bows

 

Hair tie bows are super easy to make and you can do it at home without going shopping for the supplies. These are great ways to add a little extra to an outfit. The bows are simple additives to regular hair ties but make a big difference. You can find these on Etsy.com if you aren't up to making them yourself. These are easier than tying a ribbon in your hair and having it fall out or loosen constantly. You don't even need glue to make these! 

Oxford Ankle Boots

      

Oxford ankle boots are very stylish! They are similar to a Victorian-like shoes that women in the Victorian era would often wear with their long dresses and frilly hats. Now these shoes are great for everyday use and can be paired with tons of outfits. Leggings, jeans, skirts, dresses, shorts, and more are all perfect bottoms to wear with these shoes.  

Boycott Bangladesh Products

   

It is time to send a serious message to big chain companies that hire contractors or middle men to run and employ overseas in factories and buildings that don't have the same employee protection that we have in America. After the building collapse in Bangladesh and several fires in multiple clothing factories it is time we make a stand and boycott products from Bangladesh. This is my opinion but I strongly suggest others do the same. We must end the thousands of deaths that happen because people are too cheap to install doors! Fire escape doors and fire extinguishers, also safer buildings and stronger employee rights! Although we are thousands of miles away from the tragedies we can still help by sending our support through our protests. 

Fun Easy Nails #3

 

These are some rocking nails! This is a easy nail style to achieve all you need is some gold nail polish as the base and when it's still wet place each nail into a separate glitter tray. It'll be messy but that's what nail polish remover is for! Try this style out for a summer night out downtown! 

American Flag Shorts

These shorts are definitely short! Nevertheless they are super cute and patriotic! To celebrate Memorial Day I am posting about these American flag shorts from Foreve21. You could wear these shorts as an everyday piece of clothing but they work perfectly on US holidays like today, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, etc. They are $22.80 and Forever21 has a few other pairs of American Flag Shorts too. 

Turquoise Jewelry

  

Turquoise is paired best with silver and silver colored metal when it comes to jewelry. Turquoise is a stone used commonly by Native Americans, so shapes and designs of jewelry using turquoise usually have a native look. Either way turquoise is a very pretty stone that can blend in with any outfit or pop and stand out in a good way. Try adding turquoise accents throughout an outfit to make a color themed look.

Scenic Print Dresses

       

I noticed that scenic print dresses are very popular now. I did a blog on this topic before but without listing any places to purchase these items. Now I know, Forever21 has loads of scenic print clothing especially dresses. I saw a few with sunset, cities, beaches, Asian villages, landscape, and outer space views. Now is the time to buy one! These dresses are often like pictures printed on them.

Quick Tip #12

 

This is a very useful tip for getting ready in the morning. If you have an old bottle of mascara, wash off the brush and throw away the tube. This helps more if the brush has separated and a lot of bristles and have been from a mascara that doesn't clump as much. Try using a brush with rubber bristles not the spiral plastic ones like on a toothbrush. After applying your regular mascara swipe through with the clean one to separate each lash. This clean brush also helps to clear off dry mascara that has hardened and clumped so that you can start over without washing it off and creating smudges. 

Weekly Review of Forever21 Apparel: Vibrant Paisley Maxi Dress

This dress is very pricey for Forever21, $29.80. However it is beautiful! It's a paisley print maxi dress made from sheer material. It has an above the knee slit on the side and is great for a beach day during the summer. Pair it with some large sunglasses, wedges, heels, or sandals, and possibly a large floppy hat. 

Mid Drift Cut Out Dresses

      

Mid drift show off time is back because it's spring and hot! You can find this new trend in dresses at Forever21 and many other stores. This style consists of a bandeau like top attached to a dress/skirt bottom with chains, lace, or woven laces. This is a great way to get a cool patterned tan on your stomach or to cool down on hot days while still wearing enough to cover up. You can find these dresses in every color, material, and length.