Strut your Stuff - Fashion

Plains of the Dead

Meow — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 02:55:37 +0000

In the desolate plains the dead walk barren
Forsaken by the world of men.
Forgotten and lost they wander still
Upon the dry caked earth.

In the desolate plains the dead walk barren
Haunting the dreams of men.
Banished forever, and never again
To walk among mortal men.

In the desolate plains the dead walk barren
Forgotten from the tales of old.
They wander there, never again
To remember from whence they came.

In the desolate plains where the dead walk barren
None know what they see.
They wander, blind, unhappy,
And fight amongst their kind.

In the desolate plains the dead walk barren
Knowing not how to escape.
But if they knew, they would, no doubt, Try to forget their bying hell.

In the desolate plains the dead walk barren
And you should be thankful you’re still alive.
For when one dies, they never know
Where they’ll go until they’re gone.

Red

ying l. — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 21:59:06 +0000

Many people seem to think that red is a difficult color to pull off, but it should not be. I do not really believe in ”wrong” colors for certain skin types, but that’s just me. As long as the color does not clash, it is fine. Red is such a classic color that you can wear in various ways. It stands out in the dark winter, brightens up fall days, is lovely in the spring and fits right into the summer. I found some lovely red pieces that can be incorporated into your wardrobe: Urban Outfitters East of the Sun Wrap Bracelets, $24, Urban Outfitters Satin Pleat Skimmer, $34, Urban Outfitters Rendez-vous Paul Joe Sister Tzigane Coat (it’s a great statement piece, don’t need to accessorize much), $268, Guess Jenna Skinny Pant, $79 and Bebe Claudie dress (favorite, I suggest wearing a tank of the same shade underneath this to cover up a bit), $149. Well, that’s all for now. Happy New Year (more…)

Dressing For The Holidays

ying l. — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 03:00:56 +0000

We are going through a recession but that should not be an excuse to lower our fashion or gift standards. The holidays are a time to spread love and generosity and of course, to dress up. Some outfits for situations you may find yourself in:1. family dinner: don’t get TOO lazy just because you are comfortable with your own family. You can definitely get away with jeans but why not try a lengthy sweater over leggings?2. boyfriend’s family dinner: try to be conservative … black pants, a long skirt with tights, button up shirt, sweater … depending on how well you know his family. 3. friend’s new year’s party: try something crazy; sequin tops and cocktail dresses are uber cute. 4. school dance: LBD? Red? Green? Be festive.Some patterns and fabrics that I like for the winter: tartan, plaid, argyle, tweed, satin (especially deep purple and black). Hmm, hope everybody has a happy and safe holiday!Let me end this with some suggestions (Victoria’s Secret): (in order: LBD … V-Neck Dress ($128), Silk Dress, paired perfectly with a cardigan ($118), Lace Boatneck Dress ($148), Flutter Sleeve Dress ($138), Cotton Rib Turtleneck Sweater Dress that comes in different colors ($58), Belted Cowl Neck Sweater Dress ($85)

sorry for the lack of an update ….

ying l. — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 03:47:32 +0000

i haven’t been catching up on one of my favorite shows, gossip girl, but in my honest opinion, the best fashion do’s definitely hail from it (i know, i know, it’s everywhere). blair & serena are both impossibly stylish & chic yet they look effortless (well, of course there are stylists on set). they both have such different styles, but they fit together quite well (clearly not their personalities). even if you don’t follow the show, their styles are inspirational, mixing high fashion with normal everyday pieces (well serena does, at least). i’ve been noticing look-a-like pieces in stores such as h&m & forever 21. here’s some of my favorite outfits:

Boots, boots, and more boots!

Cristina — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:34:50 +0000

Every day at school there is always one of my friends wearing Uggs(boots),this year it has been a real fashion trend! I wear my black Uggs sometimes but not so often people call me Uggie (my friend)it gets so annoying! I mean its very very cute but I just dont get why girls wear them so much. We live in Vegas and its not even close to cold here. Another trend is scarves and knit hats, I wear alot of scarves (almost a different one a day) but I dont understand the knit hats and Uggs.

addition to the winter coat article …

ying l. — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 02:47:14 +0000

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.

Incorporating Plaid Into Your Wardrobe Without Looking Like A Farmer

ying l. — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 20:58:12 +0000

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

random thoughts

teensytoes — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 19:38:42 +0000

i don’t have any sence of fashion whats so ever. do not listen to my fashion edvice.
please give me an update on what the new trend is.
thanks!

why follow everyone else?

rebel2011 — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 18:42:53 +0000

I have always hated getting up and going to school and people giving me looks about how i might clash in my style, or how i may dress different from the Latest fashion magazine models. I wake up throw on any kind of clothes and walk out the door. What happened to being unique like that? what ever happened to being who we are and not copying other people? I never get tired of that fight with my parents about one minute saying ” you should be yourself”…..then the next minute “why don’t you dress like her?”. I am very into anything comfortable. i honestly could careless about how i look. i mean sure if u see a guy you like you obviously turn to your best friend and ask them “do i look okay?” it’s common. but if you try and change yourself for a guy, friends, or even your parents….now that’s rediculous.I know you are thinking there’s no way that i do that! but seriously now, i know for a fact that everyo9ne indeed at sometime or another, has changed their appearence or personality for someone. look back at old pictures or at old friends and compare to now how much people change. Whether it’s because of t.v., models, or peer presure around you. it’s rediculous to pretend to be someone you’re not. or even to dress like someone you’re not..i mean come on isn’t that what halloween’s for?
is it just me or other people to?

*please comment and tell me what you think =P

FALL/WINTER COATS AND/OR JACKETS

ying l. — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 04:54:26 +0000

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