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1. Sweet Pair of Quirky Sunglasses Sunglasses from Simply Vera Vera Wang $36
2. Rockin' Blazer Princess Vera Wang Blazers $64 and Under; Simply Vera Vera Wang Textured Blazer $78 3. Cool Button-Up Blouse
New York based jewelery company, Avianne & Co, has recently created an exclusive collection for Birdman, the co-founder of Cash Money Records. The jeweler created an 18k White Gold Mens Custom Diamond Ruby Pendant. Elliot Avianne has previously worked with the Young Money team and thus, conceived the idea for the pendants along with Birdman.
The design of the pendants were first sketched on paper and then enhanced via computer by George and the custom design team at Avianne's. The Burmese ruby pendant is composed of natural gemstone and surrounded by Pave Set diamonds, containing 5 carats of flawless D color white diamonds. Each pendant contains a 30 carat special cut gemstone. When cutting a stone of that size, the jeweler must first obtain a 'root stone' of three times the size since there is about a 60% loss in carat weight during the cutting process. Elliot oversaw the production and cutting of each stone and had the set, including the Burmese ruby, Emerald Cut Green Emerald, and a Black Diamond, hand-delivered to Birdman. The set of pendants is estimated at about $105,000.
They don’t call it the "basic T" for nothing. From scarves and skirts to ties and tote bags, no matter how you cut it, the simple t-shirt is a versatile style piece that can be transformed a countless number of ways to showcase your individual fashion sense. Here are some ways to repurpose old t-shirts, slice up thrift store finds, and stay toasty and trendy in the coming months.
The Diamond Pattern T-Shirt video tutorial from Refinery 29 offers an incredibly easy to follow step-by-step demonstration we just love! This look is very 'in' right now, and we think it’s not going anywhere anytime soon. With this guide, you can create an eye-catching piece that can be worn over tank tops, dresses, and other pieces. If you can swing the super edgy look of bare skin and a bra, this piece can be worn alone.
A great pick-me-up is having a look that's fresh and current! With the state of the economy and the ever-changing trends that can sometimes be challenging to keep up with, we hit the streets with affordable contemporary retailer Charlotte Russe.
We checked in with a few ladies to show you how they achieved a "street-chic" look without breaking the bank. I got in on the fun, too! Thus, leaving you enough dough to dine with you friends in style, grab a cocktail, and smile! Charlotte Russe is a great place to discover the latest styles because most items retail in the $29-$40 range. Their shoe selection is also amazing (for those with a shoe obsession) and they sell many styles that merely look expensive.
Cathy Hobbs, Emmy award winning TV personality and founder of Cathy Hobbs Design Recipes, gives us some useful tips on how to amp up your home in time for Shark Week. If you are hosting a Shark Week party then it is a necessity to make your home as shark-centric as possible (and we don't mean biting all your furniture). Cathy suggests using sea or nautical decor to achieve that sharky vibe.
Just because the weather outside is hot and humid doesn't mean we aren't sitting here dreaming about sipping pumpkin spice lattes on a crisp fall day in the park. And part of that dream includes us sporting a great fall jacket to keep us looking cool while staying warm. From chunky knits, to chic wool jackets and furry parkas; the runways were full of trendy options to keep you from catching a chill as the weather turns. Here are our top five picks for fall outerwear from some of our favorite designers. Read on to get a jump start on your fall wardrobe shopping as we show you where you can shop similar pieces right now on the cheap!
The retro look continues to keep its haute spot on the fashion scene. From makeup to swimwear, to hairstyles and more, it’s a timeless look that flaunts femininity and an appreciation for curves. We just can’t get enough of it! Check out some of our favorite retro must-have dresses perfect for your summer parties and celebrations.
Get your look and fear not your curves! It’s time to flaunt the “flaws”!
Polka-Dotted Dress, $168
There are a few approaches you could take to your ensemble come 4th of July and depending on what styles you like, we think we have one that will fit your needs. Read on and get inspired by these looks for your day of dazzling out with American pride!
Classic + Clean
For those of you who appreciate preppy appeal, this one is a shout out specifically to you. There is never anything wrong with going for a simple, classic look on the 4th of July and if you’ll be out and about, or walking around, this is a great way to stay looking fashionable while feeling comfortable. We love the combination of these Marc by Marc Jacobs Slip on Loafers ($275), paired with this classic white button-down ($42.50), and these polka-dot organza shorts ($130) to jazz the look up a little!
Summer wedding attire can be tricky for even the best stylistas. Day, night, beach (or other equally picturesque destinations), can result in a wardrobe conundrum that proves to be even more stressful than our daily decisions. It’s not always easy to achieve the perfect balance between looking fabulous but not stealing the show, statement-making accessories that still allow you to dance the night away, and expert styling for a look appropriate in any setting. Here are a few ideas for celebratory styles that will keep you confident and comfortable long after you’ve caught the bouquet.
Our favorite fashion bloggers and street style photographers have our back when it comes to letting us know what’s up next when it comes to trends. It is their (very awesome) job to show us what the fashionable people of the world are wearing on the streets. That way we can take the ideas home and copy the crap out of them!
See our top three choices for this week in fashion:
Peplum Tops
Judging by the blogs this week, the peplum trend isn’t going anywhere. Emily from Cupcakes & Cashmere displayed this look with an adorable pink peplum top from H&M. We also saw the trend on Blair from Atlantic-Pacific, as well as Delmy from Fashion Bananas. Try it yourself with this sleeveless version by Anthropologie.
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