Saturday, August 25, 2012

Special Occasion: The Bag


I love handbags, but I've noticed that I never choose the right handbag for a special occasion or party. My handbags are usual big and my friends use me as their luggage carrier (not fun). When you are at a party or dance, you want to be able to move freely. The only way you can do this is if your bag is treated like an accessory. This means downsizing. Clutches are our friends when it comes to partying because they take up less space.

What to keep in your clutch: I suggest that you downsize to the bare minimum. This means your makeup if you choose to wear any MUST not feather or fade because you will have no room for a make up bag. Just bring the essentials:

1.Phone
2.Keys
3. Credit/Debit Card and Cash
4.Driver's License /ID
5. (optional) mini hand sanitizer 
6. (optional) mini hand lotion 
7. (optional) the lipgloss and/or lipstick you are wearing that night

*To maximize space in your clutch, use a paper clip to secure your Cards and Cash.*

A great place to buy a clutch is DSW.com. They carry many well made clutches for more than half off the suggested retail price. Here are just a few suggestions on clutches from DSW and many of my other favorite stores.



The Dant from Aldo.com
Dare to be different in this eye catching
beauty
source: Aldo


Lulu Townsend Ombre Sequin Clutch
A nice pop of color
This could add personality to a LBD
source: DSW
Lulu Townsend Stud Bow Clutch
Sexy and Feminine
source: DSW
Lulu Townsend Rockin' Stud Sequin Clutch
This catches the eye definitely handheld jewelry
source: DSW
Lulu Townsend Beaded Satin Clutch
Like I've said before I LOVE BLING
source: DSW
Urban Expressions Mod Clutch
PURE PERFECTION
source: DSW
Simple nude clutch with cross chain
source: forever21
This is a dark purple crossbody bag that you
can swing across your body so you don't
have to carry it around.
source: forever21



This beautiful gold clutch
There are no words
source: modcloth.com
This simple edgy black and gold
clutch is extremely affordable
source: forever21.com



My Personal favorite the Lulu Townsend Allover Stud Box Clutch
can be purchased at DSW.com
source:shopstyle.com


In a perfect world, I'd sport this Judith Leiber clutch.
Unfortunately, her beautiful designs are thousands of dollars out of my price range.
The McComack from Aldo.com
spike details and detachable crossbody
perfect for a day to night look

Beautiful crossbody with cute bow detail
source: Aldo
The Lehigh from Aldo.com  Perfect for  upcoming
fall parties.
source: Aldo
The Hilbner from Aldo.com
Classic sliver sequin  clutch
source: Aldo 


Friday, August 24, 2012

DIY STUDDED COLLAR VEST

Here is a link to my latest Youtube video. I made this vest for my best friend going off to college. It's studded and very trendy. I can't wait to see Jonathan pull this vest off. I'll be mailing it to him soon.
CLICK HERE FOR TUTORIAL

STAY COOL, BE HOT!

Ciao For Now,

Mamie :)

Thursday, August 23, 2012

Back TO Campus Haul: Zara, Sephora, Ulta, Express, Hot Topic, and Dillards

My favorite part of going back to school would have to be shopping for school supplies and clothes!!
Picked up a couple of clothing items and beauty items to start off my new year. I'm very curious as to how this year will turn out and I wish all of you a wonderful school/ work year.

I hope to make a fall fashion video in the coming weeks also so stay tuned hopefully!!
Back to Campus Haul Video 
Fashion

Staring with Zara, I just got 2 staple blazers in white and hot pink. These blazer will be great for class, parties, hanging with friends, and date nights. They can easily be transitioned into both work and play. Currently, I'm on the hunt for red blazer for the fall season as well.
The Hot Pink Blazer
The White Blazer 


At Express, I picked up a leopard print sweater. Every fall season Express has a leopard print sweater and I'm glad I finally purchased one after seeing how great it looked on my best friend. This sweater will look awesome with red skinny jeans and flats.I love leopard print and I'm hoping to score some leopard print loafers soon as well. Lastly, I purchased a simple, black cold shoulder blouse. The cold shoulder blouse will look great with a black or white peplum skirt and heels for a special occasion look.

Finally, Hot Topic was having a sale and my inner child NEEDED a Sailor Moon shirt. Unfortunately, the shirt wasn't in my size, however I bought it anyway and plan on wearing it with floral print leggings and ankle moccasins. 
The pretty solider of love and justice, a testament to my nerdiness

Skincare/Beauty 

All of my Sephora Purchases 
While at Sephora, I purchased my first MakeUp Forever products (yea!). I got 2 lip colors Rouge Artist Intense #40 and #50. I also picked up an aqua cream in #23. I am so excited about using these products especially with Halloween coming up soon! On my second trip to Sephora, I ran into some pretty good deals. I bought a brush set regularly $42 for $12, and also snatched up Coconut Body Butter and Shower Cream from The Body Shop for $11 and $12. Lastly, I purchased Schiap lipstick by NARS. I have had my eye on this lipstick for a while and personally can't wait to use it.

MakeUp Forever Rouge Artist Intense #40 
MakeUp Forever Rouge Artist Intense #50

Aqua Cream #24
NARS Schiap

Ulta Purchases
At Ulta I bought Butter London's Commemorative Olympic Heavy Medal Trio, Katy Perry False Lashes in Pretty, Darling, Oh, Honey, and Sweetie Pie, and a bronzer brush from Ecotools. I used my Ulta rewards card to buy 2 sets of cotton rounds and The Body Shop's Body Butter in Shea.


Katy Perry Lashes in Oh, Honey and Pretty
Katy Perry Lashes in Sweetie Pie and Darling
BUTTER LONDON OLYMPIC NAIL POLISH 

At Dillard's I purchased an entirely new skin care system I hope to be using for a very long time. After sampling the purifiying foaming cleanser, Dior Snow foaming cleanser, Hydra Life Pro-Youth Sorbet Creme, I decided to invest in a new skin care routine. I can't wait to vlog and blog about my new system as I continue to use it more in the coming weeks.
My New Skin Care Routine
My night time moisturizer 
My Toner for my combo/oily skin
Makeup Remover/ Cleansing Water


Daytime moisturizer 
Dior Snow White Reveal
AMAZING AT BRIGHTING YOUR SKIN 
DIOR Purifying Foaming Cleanser


To be honest the hardest part will be opening
everything and ruining the beautiful packaging 

I hope you all have a fashionable and wonderful school year. 

Stay Cool, Be Hot!

Ciao For Now,

Mamie :)