Top 10 Trends for Spring 2013- Snake

Top 10 Trends for Spring 2013- Snake by trinity-foreman featuring a patchwork jacket

Proenza Schouler patchwork jacket
net-a-porter.com

Proenza schouler
boutique1.com

Creenstone
$415 - julesb.co.uk

Jean-Michel Cazabat pointy toe shoes
cusp.com

Cole haan
colehaan.com

Joe's Jeans Skinny Ankle in Neon Snake
vip.zappos.com

Top 10 Wardrobe Essentials- Essential #7

Essential #7 - The Day Dress

What is a day dress, you ask... Something similar to a summer dress. This is that comfy, go-to piece you wear when you want to look cute but not over-done or too sexy. This is the dress you wear to meet-the-parents, picnics, sunday brunch, or even on a day-date. This SHOULD be the go-to for mommies-on-the-go.

Some tips in choosing a day dress are...

Look for a dress that flatters your figure - Skinny girls should look for either draped fabrics or body-hugging fabrics. Both extremes will work well on your body-type. The t-shirt dress is a style you should embrace. Something with a spaghetti strap will work well on you if you have the shoulders to hold the dress up. Bare shoulders look the best when you are fit but as long as you don't have bony shoulders, I would say even go strapless.

For the Medium sized girl- Find something with an empire waist. If you have a large chest, stay away from draped fabrics and find a more fitted top. Spaghetti straps can work for you if you are my too busty. Avoid wearing them though if you can't find a good strapless bra. Thick shoulder straps under the thin spaghetti straps is not attractive.

For the Thicker girl - Find a dress that skims your curves... not hugs. DO NOT wear draped fabrics! It will add volume that you do not need. My advice would be to buy the dress a size too big and have a tailor work his/her magic. I say this because you really do need the dress to mimic the outline of your body without clinging to it. Also, look for sturdier fabrics. A denim shirt-dress would work well for a curvier figure. Aslo, avoid spaghetti straps. Got for a thicker, sturdier strap that does not show off your mega bra-strap.

Another important thing to remember is that this dress should be as versatile as possible. Meaning,  it should match or coordinate with your current essentials. Don't go invest in that cotton, white, cowgirlish number when all you own are black stilettos with different designs. This is an essential part of your wardrobe and should fit your personal style.

Last tip... Buy this dress in a fabric that can stand wear. Because this is such a go-to piece it needs to be one that can run through a cycle a week and not suffer too horribly. Also, I have a tendency to stuff mine into my gym bag for a change of clothes. 

30 Days of FAB Hair - Day 6

I said once I found some hairstyles that worked well with the new do I would post them. This was the inspiration for my Day 6 hair. My hair is very layered so some fell forward and my bangs were not pulled back but side-swept. My hair being thinner I should have used a hair-piece to make my bun fuller but it still looked very cute.

Today's Outfit 3-30-12

Today's outfit was purchased last night at Wal-Mart. My top has a lot more to it but the shape is right. I am keeping it pretty simple because it's a summery outfit and in summer less is more :). Hence the bikini :). The aviators are, again, my husbands and my earrings came from Claire's. The necklace was a Christmas gift from my hubby and the sandals were also from Wal-Mart.

How to Make Spring's Trends Work For You! Neon

And for the final trend of the season!

Trend #10 - NEON
Who doesn't love an 80's throwback! Harem-pants, neon, side-ponys, they have all made their fabulous come-back this season and in season's past. Now, I am not a fan of harem-pants (ehem, Hammer-pants) but the other two trends I have embraced fully. Even tights with skirts/dresses was embraced in the 80's.

For the luscious ladies - This trend can be EXTREMELY hazardous for you! Neon is not your friend. Anything you put a neon color on is going to look bigger! It will show EVERY lump and bump you have. Am I saying "Don't embrace this trend!"? Of course not. All I am saying is do not wear a solid neon top or pair of pants/skirt. Find patterns with neon colors! I right now am wearing a top with a neon green and black pattern. Also, do not forget, purses, shoes, even nail polish this season had been touched by neon. Above is some nail polish I purchased this season. The wonderful neon colors have infiltrated almost everything this season so keep your eye out for the patterned dress, the nail polish. And, DO NOT buy anything in neon that is clingy. Yes, that t-shirt is a wonderful shade of green and it looks fab with your skin tone, but also notice that where it clings is where the eye is going to go, all of your flaws will be showcased.

For the skinny girl - Wear neon EVERYTHING! Neon can give you the illusion of curves because it is a color that deflects light. With the rays bouncing off of you, you will have an amazing figure and people will be astonished at your overnight transformation. This is another chance for you to rock the color-block as well. See the skirt above? It's sexy, it's fabulous and you are the only one who can pull it off!

For the in-betweens - Use caution with this trend. It's a fun way to show off your flirtatious side. Keep the neon to the part of your body you are most comfortable with. A neon top on a small chest can make it look much bigger. Neon deflects light and therefore will make you look curvier than you really are. Big hips? Avoid the neon skirt/pants, it will only make them look bigger. Make this trend work for you. Again, I want to reiterate the thing I seem to say to YOU most often, DON'T let the clothes wear you, YOU wear the clothes. If you are comfortable with your body (and have no tummy, back fat or cellulite) try an all over, solid color. *See pink dress above

Spring Fever

Man, I have been going crazy on Polyvore today. I have been in the mood for nights spent at the lake house, reading on the beach, morning walks in the sand and I have to say, the weather here is cooperating. It is putting me in summer mode instead of spring. I can't get enough of the maxi dresses, gladiator sandals, nude makeup, leather jewelry. It's insane. I feel as if I have wasted an entire day just looking forward to something that is not likely to happen any time soon. I know it's just around the corner but I feel like I have completely overlooked all the wonderful things spring can offer (allergies aside). I have not had a chance to go hiking or camping this year and they are two of my favorite things to do this time of year.
I keep thinking about tanning and slimming down for summer and all the things that go along with it instead of enjoying a cup of coffee in the cool morning on my balcony (which I don't do much anymore, because I have crazy neighbors).
So... take the time with me today and enjoy everything spring has to offer. Put on that maxi dress and take a stroll. Cuddle up in a sweater on your balcony and read a book. Enjoy the mild weather of spring before the scorching temps of the summer drive you inside!