Here's a look back at some of my favorite outfits I've put together in 2010. I hope you've enjoyed them as much as I enjoyed putting them together to share with you.
xoxo
Carmen
1. Make a Wish
3. Family Time
4. LBD 2 Ways
Turbans: Under $30
Turbans might have been worn just for keeping cool in the hot deserts of the Sahara, but now they're popping up on celebs such as Mary-Kate Olsen and Salma Hayek to name a few. We are actually really diggin' this look too! Here's where you can snatch up this look for less.
Tip: For a do it yourself, simply grab a scarf, fold it in a triangle and wrap it around your head with the loose ends to the front and tie in a knot.
Betmar Ethel Turban, Hats.com, $22
More options....
Flashback* Steal her Look: Kourtney Kardashian
Here is a look back at one of our favorites "Steal her Looks" which we first featured back in May. It comes from the very fashionable Kourtney Kardashian....What did you think of her look?
Kourtney Kardashian looked casually chic in a pair of green cargo pants, white fitted tee, YSL pumps and Jimmy Choo Zebra print clutch while in Miami. Here's where you can steal her look for less:
Where to Buy:
V-Neck Tee, Old Navy, $10
Fossil Belt, Dillard’s, $19
Mudd Cargo Pants, Kohl's, $16.99
Aviators, Fred Flare, $11
Zebra Clutch, Express, $34.50
Boutique 9 Fable Ankle Wrap Platform Sandal, Endless, $89
Blu Bijoux Bamboo Bangle, Max& Chloe, $15
My Finds: William Rast for Target
I finally got to check out the William Rast for Target collection the other day while finishing up some of my Christmas shopping and gotta say I really liked it. As many of you know, William Rast was started by Justin Timberlake and childhood friend Trace Ayala back in 2005 and hit Target stores on Dec. 19th. The collection includes everything from button-downs, denim, outerwear and even these cool cargo pants ranging from $16.99 to $199.99. Here are some of my finds..... Have any of you bought something yet?
P.S. The tops run a bit large...so if you're normally a size Medium try going for a size Small
Holiday Hairstyles in a Pinch...
Don't know how to wear your hair for the holidays? Here are some tips from celebrity hair stylist Jeanie Syfu on how you can get Lauren Conrad's braided headband look or Kim Kardashian's top bun.
Braided Headband
Step 1. Prep hair with TRESemmé 24 Hour Body Foaming Mousse for body and texture and brush through with a round brush
Step 2. Make a side part and create a french braid 2” from the hairline, only picking up the hair when taking it from the front and working in a diagonal direction towards the back of the ear
Step 3. Fasten the braid with pins and let the remaining hair cascade over
Top Bun
Step 1. Spray hair with TRESemmé 24 Hour Body Spray Gel and power dry by flipping your head upside down and running fingers through hair while blow drying
Step 2. Once dry, create a ponytail at the top of the head
Step 3. Divide the tail into two sections and tie them into a knot at the ends
Step 4. Wrap the hair around the base and pin into place
Step 2. Make a side part and create a french braid 2” from the hairline, only picking up the hair when taking it from the front and working in a diagonal direction towards the back of the ear
Step 3. Fasten the braid with pins and let the remaining hair cascade over
Top Bun
Step 1. Spray hair with TRESemmé 24 Hour Body Spray Gel and power dry by flipping your head upside down and running fingers through hair while blow drying
Step 2. Once dry, create a ponytail at the top of the head
Step 3. Divide the tail into two sections and tie them into a knot at the ends
Step 4. Wrap the hair around the base and pin into place
Steal her Look: Olivia Palermo
Olivia Palermo looked effortlessly fashionable in this black ensemble. She paired a Haute Hippie Fur Vest with black leggings and French Sole flats. Here's where you can steal her look for less:
Where to Buy:
Contrast Leggings, BCBG, $59 (on sale)
Faux Fur Vest, Fred Flare, $61 (Here's another option)
Basic Turtle Neck, Forever 21, $10
Black Blazer, Target, $29.99
Mundi Alligator Clutch, Kohl's, $21
Jeffrey Campbell Ballet Flats, Lori Shoes, $74
Holiday Gift Idea- Personalized Necklace
Here's a gift that's sure to be extra special....it's personalized jewelry. This one here is from a jewelry line called Simag. I've actually met with the designer and she's super sweet! She can custom make any necklace to have it say what you want (she can even write it in Hebrew). Best part is they're also affordable, this one here which is one of my favorites goes for $39 and is gold filled.
Personalized Neckace, Simag, $39
Look for Less: Lace-Up Booties
These Bebe lace-up booties (on left) retail for about $179. Here's a slightly more affordable option we spotted from N.Y.L.A. for just $86. Here's where to get it:
N.Y.L.A Sabie Bootie, Revolve Clothing, $86 (originally $131)
Where'd She Get It: Lauren Conrad's Sweater
Rachel asks: "I'm in love with this sweater that I saw on Lauren Conrad, any idea where I can find it?"VFB: Lauren Conrad is seen here wearing a BDG Speckled Raglan Tunic from Urban Outfitters and it's just $48.
Steal her Look: Kim Kardashian
Kim looked chic as always wearing a pair of velvet leggings, black blazer and black pumps during a Bebe event in Ney York. Here's where you can steal her look for less:
Where to Buy:
Velvet Leggings, Macy's, $19
Patent Pumps, Forever 21, 19
Slub Boy Tee, Wet Seal, $6.50
Blazer, Forever 21, $34
Necklace, Max and Chloe, $36
VFB's Closet: Silky Smooth
This past weekend was pretty action packed. I managed to squeeze in getting a facial, going to the dentist, do some shopping and then take my little 8 year-old cousin to see Yogi Bear the movie all in one day. Here's a pic. of one of my purchases...this silky olive top. They also had it in navy, which also looked REALLY nice, but since I already have a similar navy top in my wardrobe, decided to go with this one instead. Hope you had a great weekend!
In my closet:
Top: Zara
Jeans: Armani Exchange
Shoes: Steve Madden via T.J. Maxx
Ring: Forever 21
Bracelets: Dimpled (from Etsy)
Where'd She Get It: Taylor Swift's Jeggings--Under $50
You don't gotta spend a fortune to get Taylor's look...here she is wearing a pair of jeans that cost her just $39 during a visit to Tokyo. Here's where you can snatch them up: Where to Buy:
Deep Indigo Jeggings, American Eagle, $39.50
Steal her Look: Cameron Diaz
Cameron Diaz traveled in style as she made her way through LAX airport wearing a beige cardigan, denim jeans, brown knee-high boots and a very stylish leather duffel. Here's where you can steal her look for less:
Where to Buy:
Tinley Road Cardigan, Piperlime, $69
White Tank, Old Navy, $8.50
RSQ Denim, Tilly's, $39.99
Merona Brown Boots, Target, $39.99
Fiorelli Weekend Bag, Asos, $68
VFB Holiday Gift Guide: For the Foodies Under $30
Got a friend or loved one that's a foodie? You know, the one that's always talking about food, baking up a delicious recipe or checking out the latest restaurants in town. Well we've got you covered on some fun, inexpensive holiday gift ideas for your favorite foodies.
1. Top Chef: The Cook Book, Amazon, $19 : Here's a book that's not only for the Top Chef fan, but for those that love to cook. You'll find recipes that were featured on the show as well as tidbits from the contestants.
2. Slow Cooker, JCPenney, $29.99: I actually just bought myself a slow cooker and gotta say it's the best thing in the WORLD. This is the perfect gift for someone that loves to cook, but just doesn't have the time (like myself). I simply put all the ingredients in the pot, set it to cook and by the time I come home ...voila dinner is done.
3. Cupcakes Apron, Layla Grayce, $30: Here's a cute gift idea for your favorite fashionista foodie. Who says you can't look good while you cook?
4. Decorating Kit, Sur La Table, $24: This decorating kit is perfect for the foodie that loves to bake. It comes with everything you need to decorate cookies, cupcakes and more. It also comes with 5 decorating tips (round, ribbon, leaf, star and basket weave).
5. Cook Pizza Stone, Target, $16: Mamma Mia! This pizza stone is perfect whether you're making home-made pizza or just want to give your frozen pizza a crispy taste.
(I actually have one of these and I use it for my frozen pizza....the crust comes out nice and crisp..a la New York style pizza).
VFB Giveaway: Jewelry Fairies Necklace
**Congratulations Steff you're the winner of the Jewelry Fairies Necklace. And since we're in the holiday spirit EVERYONE that entered will also recieve a special gift from the Jewelery Fairies line. Simply email me your contact info to vivafashionblog@gmail.com to claim your prize. Happy Holidays!We've teamed up with Jewelry Fairies to give one lucky reader a chance to win this necklace. To enter simply leave us a comment telling us why you'd like to win. Contest ends on Thursday, December 15th at 12pm (EST).
Steal her Look: Camilla Belle
Camilla Belle was spotted grabbing some lunch in Beverly Hills wearing this printed dress, opaque tights and black oxfords. Here's where you can steal her look for less:
Where to Buy:
Dress, Forever 21, $22
Leather Jacket, Arden B.,$41
Oxfords, DSW, $69
Tights, Gap, $11.99
Shoulder Bag, Forever 21, $30
My Finds: Jackets from JCPenney Under $50
So a couple of months back we blogged about some inexpensive shearling jackets (see post here) but I think I might have just found the most affordable option yet. I spotted this one from a.n.a at JCPenney the other day and it was on SALE for just $34.99 The faux leather looks great and soft. I can just picture this jacket with a cute dress and some tights.... love!
Steal her Look: Rachel Bilson
What Would You Like To See?
With the New Year quickly approaching I just wanted to take a quick second to simply ask you….what would YOU like to see more of in the New Year in my blog? Whether it’s more Steal her Looks, or maybe more of my personal style photos or maybe something completely different that you haven’t yet seen on my blog. Whatever it is, I’d love to hear it. So just let me know.
Xx
Carmen
VFB Holiday Gift Guide: 5 Eco-Friendly Gifts
Can't decide what to get the eco-friendly friends in your life. Then check out a couple of "green" suggestions without having to spend a lot of green yourself.
Where to Buy:
1. Keith Haring Reusable Water Bottle, MySigg, $15
2. Fun Eco Tote, Urban Outfitters, $14
3. Sprout Eco-Friendly Watch, Lord & Taylor, $65 (made with biodegradable corn resin)
4. Potus Pot, Inhabitat, $32
5. Wood Animal Bookends, West Elm, $9.99
Faux Leather Motorcyle Jacket: Under $50
Tip: For a feminine touch to this masculine piece try pairing it up with a printed dress and some tights.
Photo Courtesy: Live Laugh Snap (My friend's cool photo blog)
VFB Guest Blogger on Ebates
My Finds: Headbands
So you know those mornings when you don't feel like doing your hair (or maybe even getting out of bed for that matter). Well, here's my quick solution to those days--headbands. I just spotted the cutest one at J.Crew with these three rose pedals on the side. It was also on sale for just $8. What's your quick fix to a crazy morning? Where to Find:
Headband, J.Crew, $8 (originally $16)
Look for Less: Christian Louboutin Pumps
In love with these Christian Louboutin pumps (on left) but not in love with the $600 price tag. Well here's a similar look for less in a slightly lighter shade from Aldo for just $75.
Tip: Look for a pump in a color similar to your skin tone to help elongate your legs. They'll be looking miles long.
VFB's Closet: Make a Wish
Here are the rest of the pics I took in my friend’s apartment lobby a couple of weeks back. In the hot summer days I’ve actually worn this as a dress, but since it was starting to get nippy I paired it up with some tights and made the dress double as a tunic. The dress is from an Australian line called Wish, which I was introduced to a couple of months back and have been hooked ever since (you can see me wearing some of their clothes here .) I also really love the back of this dress. It’s suppose to get down to the 40’s in Miami tomorrow, so I’m really excited to start pulling out some of my sweaters and coats, which I’ve actually realized I really don’t own that many sweaters so I might have to do some shopping. I also feel like I’m starting to get a cold (sniff sniff) so I’m doubling up on my orange juice.
In my closet:
Dress: c/o Wish
Shoes: Jessica Simpson ‘Dany’ pump via Diallard’s
Tights: Target
In my closet:
Dress: c/o Wish
Shoes: Jessica Simpson ‘Dany’ pump via Diallard’s
Tights: Target
VFB Holiday Gift Guide: Under $30
Still haven't scratched off that person from your holiday shopping list. Well don't fret, here are a couple of suggestions all under $30 to help make your holiday shopping a bit easier and won't dig a whole in your pocket:
1.Multi-Color Scarf, Delia's, $24
2.Aviator Sunglasses, Fred Flare, $11
3. Book: Fifty Dresses That Changed the World, Amazon, $14
4. Book:Keep Calm and Carry On, Urban Outfitters, $8.99
5.Braided Necklace, AE, $12
6.Cocktail Ring, Forever 21, $5.80
7.Lip Gloss Palette, Victoria's Secret, $10
8.Convertible Gloves, Urban Outfitters, $18
9.Archipelago Soy Wax Candle, Nordstrom, $24
10.Marc by Marc Jacobs Jelly Bands, Shopbop, $15
11. Shiseido Eye Shadow, Sephora, $25
There will be more to come....
Sequined Skirt: $60
I've been looking for a sequined skirt for the holidays and I think I might have just spotted the perfect skirt with the perfect price too! It's from Victoria's Secret and it's currently on sale for $59. They also have it in gold, green and silver.Where to Buy:
Sequined Skirt, Victoria's Secret, $59 (Navy)
*To dress down the sequins, try pairing it with a chambray skirt (like the one I blogged about the other day).
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