Fashion

the pictures didn’t seem to work when I posted them last time … here are some of the coats that I liked: Michael Kors (favorite one, the brand always has such a crisp and clean look to it), Jessica Simpson, Express (the leather one, the white wool one and the faux fur one) and BP.  

Okay, let’s all admit it. Some people just can’t pull off plaid. And why is that? It’s because they do a bad job at it. Some ways you can incorporate the popular pattern into your attire:

• layer a plaid button up with a solid colored long sleeve shirt underneath, don’t button it or partially button it
• pair with a solid skirt, solid tights and scarf
• wear a jacket over it 
• skirt and boots
• try a ruffled plaid shirt
• plaid dress with belt at the waist and boots

Here are some plaid picks from Urban Outfitters:  Silence & Noise Play by C. Ronson Lark & Wolff by Steven Alan Free PeopleBuffaloCharlotte Ronson 

Okay, let’s get serious. All I can say to those puffer marshmallow-esque coats that we all must admit to having worn at least once in our lives in the winter, is UGH. Now I would rather layer to stay warm, thank you very much. I have this strong aversion to Northface. What was that created for again? Camping? I actually bought a DKNY puffer a few years ago with a furry hood, ended up looking like an eskimo. Don’t think I’ll be wearing that one much unless I am desperate. What looks great (well, in my honest opinion) are peacoats and trench coats. They look sophisticated, not juvenile. Even leather jackets fair well. The one thing to keep in mind when buying a coat or jacket is to feel comfortable! I made the mistake of buying a yellow peacoat that was too structured. Here’s some appealing ones that I found:  INC International Concepts Belted Leather JacketExpress Leather Motorcycle Jacket (I like how this one isn’t typical black)Another one from Express (white is so clean and crisp looking)BP. Coat (sold at Nordstrom, the purple is adorable)Jessica Simpson (I LOVE the oversized collar, take it from this picture, pairing a long coat with boots is a quick fix to an undecisive day in front of your closet)  London FogD&G Cropped Wool Coat (okay, not a winter essential but I thought it was cute)Michael Kors Belted Raincoat (this is definitely my favorite, the belt at the waist slims the wearer down)D&G Trench (classic 

As you probably are aware of, October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and everybody has been showing support, whether it be a simple pink tee shirt, a pink ribbon pin, etc. But you can easily shop to find a cure. (I know it is nearing the end of October, but it is never too late.) Check out http://pinkitude.com/ …. a percentage of the sales go to the Susan G. Komen For The Cure fund. 

(paw pendant from the site) 

(Estee Lauder’s pink ribbon pin, $12.50) 

(OPI Nail Lacquer) 

(Avon Lip Balm)

 There are also many retail stores that sell tee shirts to support the cure. These are just a few items that have been advertised. On the other hand, what is everybody being for Halloween? :) 

Thanks for the compliments but I actually live in New Jersey (currently). I lived in New York City when I was a young child and am planning to move back there for college. Anyways, a good place to buy cheap and long lasting makeup-Ricky’s NYC would probably be your best bet. It’s located in SoHo on Brodway and I believe there is also a location on the lower east side. You can probably find the location closest to you on their website. Ricky’s has every drugstore brand of makeup and some that aren’t found anywhere else. There is also Missha-I believe it is a Korean chain, but I am not positive. I’ve actually never been to the Missha’s in New York but I purchased quite a few products from them while I was in Hong Kong.  wasn’t sure about their price range in America so I logged onto their website. The prices are actually similar to drugstore brands. Their products are fantastic, especially the blush. Hope this post helped you! Good luck on picture day :)