New Store Alert!!!

I didn't know- but I found out my state DOES have a Charlotte Russe! Last night we went to the mall to get my dad gloves for Christmas, and my mom and I decided that we were going to go to Charlotte Russe! I loved it, all the stuff was too cute, and it was decorated for Christmas so well, they had a ton of shoes and accessories, and practically everything was on sale! It was awesome. Next Thursday I am going to the mall with my best friend and her cousin, so I can't wait. Plus my Aunt sent me my $100! Thanks Susie!! Now I can't wait to spend it all in that store! Yes! Merry one week before christmas!

Well, I got my wish!!

Well it has officially snowed!! I am so psyched :) We got 3 inches and some blizzardy conditions. Sadly, not enough to cancel school for today. But, I am getting some more winter clothes soon since my Aunt is sending me $100 for Christmas this week! For some reason I'm always low on cute winter clothes.  I love shopping at Aerie, and my mom's boyfriend is getting me a $100 gift card there. Or maybe $50. The stuff there isn't on the cheap side so I hope it's $100. I gotta look cute for the guys at school! Enjoy this wintery wonderful week!

Only if it would snow..

I have been waiting..and waiting..and waiting for snow since October, patiently I might add, and winter is one of my favorite times of year, I especially love the holidays. So it's quite upsetting to me when we don't have snow sticking on the ground in December. Snow is just so beautiful. So I bet your asking, what the heck does this have to do with your blog? Well to tell you the truth I really don't know. I felt like I wanted to bring it up. OH YA! I know, I wanted to bring up some really yummy warm low cal drinks I have come across lately. Now, also, before I forget, my friend has suddenly had a very strong int rest in coffee, so this is also why I'm bringing this up now, maybe you like it too? Even though I detest  it, which by the way in french is detester! :) I'm taking french this year he he ok back to warm yummy drinks! Oh and, again, by the way the list will have higher and higher calories as it goes, ok enjoy!!


1. Gingerbread Latte- Starbucks 
 This closely resembles those delicious gingerbread cookies I love, or we all love. And it ( the small, 8 oz) is only 150 calories, and with Whole Milk it's only 40 calories more! Now, you really don't need to get the big one do you? No of course not. 




2.Reindeer Drinks- Caribou Coffee


Now this is the company's description of it- "Our Reindeer Drink is creamy steamed milk infused with caramel, vanilla, raspberry, or any flavor you choose." Doesn't that sound pretty dang delicious to you? Well, sadly they don't have a picture of it so I have found one on trusty google! You know what, I found out trusty google isn't all that helpful sometimes, so heres a caribou! Oh right, and I forgot to mention this is 240 calories, check it out!

3. Mint Condition- Caribou
Sorry this is another Caribou Coffee!! But this one is minty and hot and delicious, but a surprising 640 calories! WOAH! But to tell you the truth it looks amazing! and, it has ANDES MINTS! my fav ;) I freakin. love.those.things. :) they are so good. YUM!

Stay warm this winter i''ll be back with more wintery post's!

~G

Unraveling Seventeen!

I got the December/January issue of Seventeen. Wondering if you should get it? There are some pretty juicy stories in here and great advice, here are my favorite parts.

• Taylor Swift interview-this really unravels some secrets about her new CD Speak Now and her boy pasts!
• Party Tips!- Partying tips and different types of dresses you can wear and makeup to look glam for the holidays!
• Great food remedies!- You know your fav foods like chicken tenders and macaroni and cheese? But you think they have too many calories? Well they have them healthified! 

It is a really great magazine and it has the "Style Stars of 2010" which include, Katy Perry, Justin Bieber, Ke$ha, Victoria Justice, Miranda Cosgrove and of course Taylor Swift. I really enjoyed it and I hope you too!! There are soem great coupons in it, including a 2 year subscription for $15!! And don't you just love Taylor Swift?

My fashion inspiration

Ya know, some celebrity's go to far with fashion *cough cough* Lady Gaga. But I really do admire her clothes how out there she is, but that is another topic far into the future- like next week. But who's closet I really wish I had, is Taylor Swifts, how soft, pretty, and floraly her clothes are is awesome :) i could just easily steal all of her clothes! I especially love this dress. It reminds me of a birthday cake I had :) It was an awesome cake it was light pink and had cherry trees on it. She looks so sweet and approachable. What celebrity inspires your fashion? I also love Jennifer Aniston's fashion sense she is so chic yet comfy, it's awesome! You know she's forty one, and they had her picture, in Seventeen! I would love to inherit this look when I'm her age! Thanks for reading!

5 Things That Wake Me Up in the Morning!

You know those times when you feel, just icky, here are somethings that make me feel fresh! Even in the morning, if you tired, these work too!!

1. Flavored Iced Tea-The chilly ice cubes, and the awesome crispness always makes me feel good!

2. Minty Gum- I love love love gum, especially minty gum, really minty. Like almost too minty to deal with. It always wakes me up!! I suggest Extra Peppermint Gum, it's so awesome and fresh, it feels like eating snow, but better and the flavor lasts for a very long time!!

3.Getting my nails done-
 I love the way cold nail polish feels on my hot nails, and it dries, and looks awesome. Go for yellows or greens. They are nice and fresh!

4. Listening to my ipod-
The song I Am by Mary J. Blige especially it has an amazing beat and it is so fun to sing along to. 

5.  Showering in cold water-
Cold water is always refreshing and makes your hair easier to style and faster to air dry!

Top teen stores for cute clothes!!! (:

       You know how there are those boring, normal stores like Aeropostle, and Ambrecrombie? Well for newer cuter clothes, go to these stores and rock your outfits! (:


 1. Forever 21 In my opinion this is the best store ever, it has super cheap prices, sale items 24/7 he cutest clothes, and it is just a happy place to shop!!
2. Nordstrom's Some of there stuff is very...expensive. But everything is really cute, and have great outfit potential! Just pair 'em with jewelry!
3. Journey's They not on;ly sell cute shoes, but awesome tee-shirts. I bought one that says " Whatever Ken can do barbie can do BETTER!" and another one that says: "Animal rights are never wrong." Plus it's a really fun store!!!
4. Deliah's Cute graphic tee's awesome jeans, good sales, and SUPER cute dresses!!!! :) Medium price tag; yet, super worth it.
5. Pac Sun- Pac Sun has tons of fun summery clothes, but you can where them in colder winter! They'll remind you of the summer and how much you love it :)
6. Aerie- They are only known for there undies and bra's- but they have clothes too! The store is very welcoming, and the clothes are soft, and gorgeous for winter!!

7.  Gap- I know Gap is simple, but they have the simples for life, nice tee's, jeans, socks, and cute accessories! Another medium pricer though. But lovely :)

FOLLOW ME!

I know your lives are probably millions times more interesting then my life, but please follow my blog! IT means a ton to me! Thank you! :)

"Being in love is one of the best things in the world" :)

" No one understands me quite like you do"  " I think that possibly maybe I'm falling for you." "I've seen the waters that make your eyes shine, and now I'm shining too." 

  Here are 5 love songs that make you smile, for any day :)

  1. Falling in Love at a Coffee Shop- Landon Pigg

  

  2. The Only Exception- Paramore 

 3. Rhythm of love- Plain White Tee's

4. Just the Way you Are- Bruno Mars 

5. Mine- Taylor Swift 

6 things NOT to do while you shop!

  Now you don't want to feel down on yourself before you try on clothes, now do you?
 Here are tips to keep you from  being a downer in the dressing room.

1. Don't drink pop!
  Pop makes you bloat, which is bad for when you try on clothes, well duh because it doesn't fit you right!

2. No carbs, or fatty junk food!
 It lowers your self esteem and totally makes you just feel icky.

3. Exercise!
 When you exercise you feel amazing, I'll give you that, but it totally washes you out, now this applies to make-up a little more, but it makes you feel bad about yourself, and once again it lowers your self esteem.

Now here are some tips of what not to do in the dressing room:

1. Evaluate yourself.
 Look, I know it's hard when you are standing in front of that big giant mirror and you feel like you are too big, too tall, too short, too thin, too this, too that, and on and on. But it's horrible to grab your stomach, and be like " I want to loose this." it's bad for you! DON'T DO IT! Especially don't compare yourself to all those skinny, gorgeous girls. Don't even think about it.

2.  Nope.
 Just don't pick clothes and say "I'll look fat in this." That is a major put down to yourself. \

3. Be optomistic!
  If say, red, isn't the best color on you, try it on anyways. Don't expect it to look bad! Try new things, it might work.

Clothes that flatter every body!

If you need to fix somethings about your self you don't like, here are some easy ways to do that with clothes!

 Slim Curves: Use a black flouncy dress with an pleated skirt that comes in at the waist, it's very flattering and shows your smallest parts. Add a cropped jean jack you can wear with anything, it really is an investment.

 Look Taller: Look for all in one dresses, it raises your waist-line which makes it look like you have "spidery long legs".

Try this: Embellished Shimmer Dress $29.00 at Charlotte Russe stores


Create an Hourglass: Get a dress with a v-neck the shows off the bust with a front cinches at your waist, therefore creating an hourglass figure.

Try this: Satin Flower Print Kimono at Forever 21$22.80


Streamline hips: Extra volume ( bigger tops) on top balances you out to make your hips appear bigger!

 Try this: Pierce Banded Mini Skirt- Wet Seal

  

How to look cute for a sleepover!

So you hate looking like you have on a full face of make-up on, or looking washed out, at group slumber parties, right? You don't know the perfect medium! So here is exactly what you should do to look cute, and not over-done, at slumber parties!

1: HAIR-

   Flip your head over and put it all up in a high ponytail which is adorable, and comfy!

2: SOME makeup-

  Apply some blush onto your high cheekbones and if you have an oval face, swipe it up, across from your eye. NEVER EVER EVER put it in just a circle, you'll look like a clown, sorry I know, strong, but I'm saving you from some embarrassment.

2: Lips- Apply some light chapstick to keep your lips looking fresh and plump!

3:Clothing- Put on your adorable pj's!

4: Shoes- Throw on adorable comfy flip flops,

AND ENJOY THE PARTY!

Back on track!

Hey Blogger Babes, so sorry I have been super busy lately, ya know, school. But I have just had an inspiration, I was flipping through the newest issue of Seventeen, when I saw a few pages JUST about shoes! Heaven, I know right?! I saw theses totally adorable Oxford flats! They are totally cute, and a new fad, huge celebs like Taylor Swift, Whitney Port, are wearing them!  Need I really say more? These super stylish shoes go with more neutral colors, if they're brown, match 'em with something blue, or green and tan, like Ms.Swift! Loose and comfy clothes ARE an option with these shoes at your side. I don't normally recommend non fitted clothing, but now it's acceptable.

 Some designers have gone to extremes with these bad boys by sparkling them up, so they are "Lady Gaga" approved, and adding a heal.  These baby's are a little harder to find, so let me give you some great websites.

•   piperlime.com
•   bassshoes.com
•   gbyguess.com

If you aren't comfortable shopping online, then go to any Nine West stores, they're gonna have some cuties! I am sorry chica's but these baby's don't come cheap, the price range is $30- $200, the cute ones, and affordable are around $60. So go get those Oxford's!

Fashion Magazines I recommend!

   Ok so here are some fab magazines that will get your fashion life back on track!

    Glamour-http://www.glamour.com/
    Seventeen-http://www.seventeen.com/
    Teen Vogue-http://www.teenvogue.com/style
    Vogue-http://www.vogue.com/
    GL - girlslife.com
  
 Go explore!
 

Wonder where your fav celebs shop?

Ashley Tisdale- Bloomingdales 

Blake Lively-Chanel

Rachel Bison- J.Crew

Britteny Spears- Gap 

Hilary duff- Gucci 

Paris Hilton-Kitson

Lauren Conrad- Herve Leger

Miley Cyrus- Royal Dutchess

That's the celeb shopping scoop! Now as you can probably realize some of our fav stars have much more expensive tastes then others! (Ehem, Brittney and Blake!) But our favs will stay our favs!

 ~Fashionista! 

Winter boots, of all kinds.

Ok girlies, I know it's getting chilly out there so head out to the mall with your head held high. Some boots are super expensive, here are 3 tips to keep your budget and your feet, happy!
  
              Tip 1: DON'T go for Uggs!
                         I know they are "in" but what isn't in is the price! They are priced from $90 to up to $300! And when you put your foot into it, is has a hard bottom, now here are some boots that are comfy and will keep your feet warm. The Minnetonka brand, is amazing. I had some boots from there and they are amazing, I wore them out! Another brand I recommend is Bear Paw boots, they are so comfortable, and you can get them at places like DSW, Famous Footwear, Foot Locker, Scheels, and many other retail stores. See it's already easier.

       Tip 2: Don't go too cheap!
                     I know I said cheap is better, but if you buy too cheap your boots may be ruined the FIRST time you step into the snow. Then you have to go off and buy another pair of boots. Make sure the sides aren't too thin, and they aren't ripping you off by having a little amount of warm fuzz on the inside.

    Tip 3: Don't over wear your boots.
                Look, I am giving it to you straight. If you love a pair of boots so much you decide "HEY this year, I can save some money and not get new boots and just wear the same ones I did last year!" mom will be all for it. But even though you might think it's a good idea, it isn't, because if you wear out your boots one cold winter day, and you have melting snow in your shoe, it isn't fun! It is freezing and uncomfortable (I speak from experience). Then you may come home with a cold! So for the good of you, buy some new boots.
                                      
                                        Here is a checklist of things your winter boots should have.
                                                  * Enough warm fuzz
                                                  * Thick sides
                                                  * Thick sole
                                                  * Size should be 4 inches from ankle or more
                                                  * and love :)
                        



                    

Make fall better!!!

Invest in some comfy mocs

Whether you’re strolling down the halls or scuffing around the house, fuzzy mocs are one way to stay warm when the temps start dipping down. Pop on jeans and a plaid shirt for the ultimate kick-back getup.

Minnetonka Cally Moccasin, $50, delias.com

Rock major socks (or legwarmers)

Boy-ish stompers are so this minute. Soften ’em up with slouchy legwarmers or awesome socks and you’ve got a look that’s oh-so-autumnal. Rock them with a dark floral dress or your fave shorts and a flirty top. Cute!

Fancy Rib Legwarmer, $14, urbanoutfitters.com

Craft like a pro

What’s more fun than busting out the arts ‘n’ crafts on a rainy or chilly Saturday afternoon? The answer: Not much. We’re super into the blog P.S. I Made This and, yay!, the craftastic Erica Domesek just released a DIY book. You’ll be whipping up cute (and couture-inspired) goodies in no time flat.

PS I Made This, $13, amazon.com

BY KATIE ABBONDANZA ON 9/10/2010 12:32:00 PM (from girls life magazine)

World fashion

  The top ten fashion cities in this world are,


1. New York
2. Rome
3. Paris
4. Milan
5. London
6. Los Angeles
7. Sydney
8. Las Vegas
9. Berlin
10. Tokyo 


I have been to ONE of these 10 awesome and amazing places, Los Angeles, and I have to say they have amazing fashion. Sometimes weird. When I went to the Grove* I saw men in suits, and it was 80 degrees! Anyways they do have amazing fashion there. Thanks for reading!


   * The Grove- A large shopping area where celebrity's go such as Paris Hilton, Jen Lopez, and many others. They have stores such as Forever 21, Aeropostle, Nordstroms, Coach, and many many more. 

Celeb Spotter!

Here is Ashley Tisdale in a VERY cute outfit, simple, versatile, comfy, yet out there.

Questions!

So if you have a fashion question for me leave me a comment on my most recent post. I will answer as quickly as possible. Make sure to check back and see if your question has been answered!!

Things I own :)

Ok so I am going to show you things I got for school, that were cheap and fab!!  Two pairs of these jeans for $9.50!! I know it's amazing. This I only date nerds shirt,  my mom says it's not a sweatshirt, I disagree. A sweatshirt is a warm, long sleeve jacket/coat. THIS IS A SWEATSHIRT MOM! I also have a Book Nerd tee shirt, SUPER CUTE!  it goes amazingly with this blue pin stripe jacket, short crop long sleeves = SOPHISTICATEDLY ADORABLE!! N e ways I could not find it on the website so I will just have to describe it to you. Now at Express I got this sweater, it is VERY versatile*, now you always want to get something versatile because you can mix it up with other things too! Ok so this Waffle-Stitch Flyaway cardigan, , and I also got this dream weight ruffled neck tee, I got the purple and the green, those are my colors because I am brunette with hazel eyes. This is it! But ya know different colors. Ok so you now have had a look into my closet, now go add some good, cute things to yours! <3 FASHIONISTA!


 *versatile, that was the word today. When i put a * that means to look at the bottom for the meaning of it. Versatile means it goes with a lot of things and it is a neutral color. Such as gray!

Cheap!

I guess now a days it is hard finding good, cheap clothes. Well Forever 21 has super cheap stuff. Jeans are $9.50! The secret to finding cheap deals in NOT looking in the expensive stores like Aeropostle and Ambrecrombie! Seriously, you really become addicted. Don't do it! NO! Those are boring, no color, expensive, clothes. Don't do that do color or patterns, mix it up! Just walk away from those stores, give your wallet a boost, or your rent's. SHOP CHEAP!! :) :)

Shoppers Honor Outfit

Ok this outfit is approved by me because I bought this outfit for $25.00! Isn't that amazing? This is my favorite outfit, it is best for brunette's and hazel eyed girls. Ok so for the jeans I got these Fab Skinny Jeans for $9.50! But now they are on sale and they are onlye $7.50! They fit so perfectly, pair it with an olive cami, that I got for $2.80. Sadly, I can not find it on the website but I am positive they have it in the stores. Then the top, the most gorgeous shirt, ever! It is a Tier Front Floral Top, on the website they don't have the pink, brown and orange one I have they just have this one, this is such a cute shirt, I love it!

School's in!

It sucks, I know. School is in (soon) and summer is out. But to cheer you up here is the most fabulous first day outfit...EVER! It is versatile too so you can put it with other pieces.

The key to this fab first day outfit is a Casual Striped Woven Blazer from Heritage for $24.90 . Like this lovely model over there you would pair this blazer with a tee shirt and some jeans not too fancy and not too out there. Like these ON SALE Zippered Pocket Skinny Jeans for $14.50. For a tee shirt add this Classic Boatneck Top for $9.99. Now for shoes add darker colors, like these Plaza Slouch Boot for $32.80. Now add any kind of jewelry you would like and WALLAH! For makeup and eyeshadow brown would be the best or natural colors. Have a fab first day!


 <3 FASHIONISTA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!