I'm Seeing Stars

Again...sorry for the lack of updating....working working working..

No word about whether I got the internship or not, but Garrett said that he is still interviewing so that's good news!! Keep your fingers crossed!!

However, I have been able to distract myself from my anxiousness by getting some great spring/summer shopping in. (Granted...I always shop...no matter what my mood).

I've found that I have been drawn to the spring/summer accessories more so than the clothing. I mean, I have a ton of skirts, tanks, dresses, etc. But what really makes spring/summer staples like those so interchangeable is the trendy accessories that come out each season.

Since I am a college student, obviously I don't buy high end items....but to me, style doesn't matter on how much you pay for your clothing...it's how you put things together and pull them off. Anyway, I mention this because I have been finding some great summer accessories at Express clothing stores. I got a gorgeous pink, black, and gold faux snakeskin clutch and an adorable charm bracelet. (Not to mention an ADORABLE pair of blue Marc Fisher pumps for over 50% off...but I digres,.)

But I have to say, the trend I have noticed to stand out the most (okay, besides the neon) is all of the stars! At Charlotte Russe, not only do we have tops with stars on them, but we also have skirts and leggings! Also, we have been getting a lot of star necklaces and earrings.

Yesterday, at Express, I found an AMAZING star necklace that reminds me of a smaller (and obviously less expensive) version of YSL's star necklace in the picture above. Normally, I am opposed to buying things that could be considered a copy of a designer's work....but honestly...I couldn't resist!

I don't know if the stars are becoming popular because of the summer time and all of the patriotic holidays like Memorial Day and the 4th of July, or what. But I think it is a very cute trend and I'm excited to experiment with it!

A New Opportunity Arrives

It has been quite a while since I have updated my blog..and for that I apologize.

School has been out for about two weeks, and I'm already losing track of the days.

Since I am home in Connecticut, I am back to working at the mall for the wonderous world that is known as Charlotte Russe. It's not a terrible store by any means but it does not have the greatest quality of clothing. But I will not lie, I can not resist a pair of shoes for $22.99 plus a 40% discount. However, even though I still shop there, I find myself trying to make my wardrobe grow up and be of better quality.

But hey...a girl's gotta work.

Speaking of work...while catching up on my favorite blogs, one of which is fashionista.com, I found a post that said that W magazine was looking for interns for the fall.

Let me tell you...I didn't even hesitate to apply.

And as it turns out, I had an interview last Thursday, May 15 at the W office and boy was I nervous!! My mom and my boyfriend, Dave accompanied me to the city (we had to take Metro North :-/).

I admit when I get nervous, I sometimes get a little bitchy...but it's not on purpose. Thankfully both my mom and Dave understood and had great patients with me. (They both know how much that meant to me!)

I met with Garrett Munce, and I feel the interview went well. Of course, now, I keep going over it in my head and am kicking myself for not going into more detail or something...but all in all I think I did the best I could.

I was very impressed with the offices, well, what I saw at least. It looked like a great place to work, so I'm keeping my fingers crossed...(it sucks...I totally already have my hopes up).

Wish me luck!!

Goodbye To You...

Well, school is over.

And the end of school means the end of my internship at Levi Strauss and Co.

This internship was probably the best internship I could've asked for to be my first experience in the fashion industry.

When I first started at Levi's, I was afraid that I would be considered the scum of the Earth and made to do assistant work, like go on coffee runs.

But I was put to work, learning the Levi's products, learning what to look for for certain magazines or stylists.

My bosses could have been as bitchy and vial as Meryl Streap depicted in "The Devil Wears Prada". That's truly what I expected walking into this industry. But my bosses proved that you don't have to be an arrogant person in order to be successful in the fashion industry.

I am truly lucky to have had an incredible experience at Levi's like this. I have a great knowledge of the industry, though I still have A LOT more to learn. I have a great source now to further myself into this industry and hopefully that's exactly what I'll do.

I am going to miss working at Levi's, not just because of the free jeans, but because it was such a comfortable yet progressive learning experience and I constantly felt like I was living my dream.

Baby It's Warm Outside

Finally!

It's nearing the end of April and we are FINALLY experiencing some warm weather here in NY!

We're finally able to pull out more skirts, tank tops, and sandals and enjoy the sun!

My only reservation about exposing my skin right now is the fact that I am so pale!!! I give casper a run for his money.

This is why so many men and women focus on tanning when this time of year rolls around. Truth be told, a lot of people look better, and even healthier when they are tan. That is, unless you over do it.

Personally, I don't obsess about becoming tan. I know I'm never going to look like a native from Jamaica or something. But I do understand the obsession. Tan skin can be very attractive...but sometimes the trying to achieve the attractive part..isn't so pretty.

Take me for instant. Since I am so white still, I am very likely to burn without wearing the protection of sun block. If you could see my arms right now, you would have a version of a redish "farmer's tan" styled burn, with a slight burn on my shoulders. This is only from 2 consecutive days out in the sun for a total of 4 hours combined. And that really isn't a lot of time.

When I was younger, I wouldn't have minded that I was burned. In fact, I would probably continue laying out, because that burn will eventually turn into a tan. But today, I am wiser about the effects that the sun's harmful UV rays have on my skin. So from now on, I am going to carry a tiny bottle of sunscrean with me.

Let's face it, skin cancer is not in style.

These harsh effects on our skin are the reason, among many others, why people have turned to artificial tanning supplies, or "fake and bake" if you will.

This is very tricky. If done properly, you will end up with a beautiful glow giving the illusion that you are beach goddess. Most of the time, however, people end up with streaks, splotches, or, the worst: looking orange.

In my opinion, the best way to avoid these results is one of two options. Either go to a professional spray tan salon or, what I turn to, buy a bottle of moisturizer that gradually gives you skin some color. I personally use Jergens, but basically all lotion brands have come out with something like this.

Another good option is misting spray of self tanner, such as Neutrogena. It helps you apply the tanner evenly across your body and is streak and mess free!!

In conclusion, if you don't "fake it" and choose to lay out and tan, please wear sunscrean. I promise, you will still get color.

You've Nailed It!

Spring has many trends..always has..always will.

Now I love the gladiator inspired sandals and breaking my favorite flirty skirts out of the drawer where they have been hibernating all winter. But what is the first thing you think of when you are transferring from winter to spring?

That's right...time to whip out that color!!!

Now you normally think of wearing color on your shirt or in your accessories, like your shoes or your purse...but this spring, there's a new way of jazzing up your outfit with just a splash of color(literally).

This spring, neon nail polish is all the rage (I can't believe actually just used that phrase...next thing you know I'll be saying "As if!")

I was a little apprehensive about trying this trend on for size, since I am a nail biter and was getting comfortable with the trendy black nail polish from fall/winter. But I took a chance...AND I LOVE IT!

Not only is it feminine, but it's bold and quirky and most of all, fun!!! So far I have done blue, hot pink, and currently I am sporting bright orange.

The key is to make sure these colors aren't translucent. This way the color really pops!!

So even if you are afraid to completely indulge yourself in color from head to toe this season, just have a taste of it on your nails! The best part: if you don't like how it looks, just take it off with nail polish remover and try a new shade!!

Enjoy!!

UGGly

What is wrong with the image above? (Besides the fact you can almost see the girl's entire butt).

Don't know? Let me help you out.

Notice the short short short denim skirt. Seeing an article such as this usually indicates an image of warm weather, correct? Even the setting of the photo indicates spring/summer weather. Ok?

Now, notice the choice of footwear. Those would be none other than a pair of UGGs. For those who don't know (or have been living under a rock for the past 5 years), UGGs are a sheepskin boot that has become popular within the last half-decade or so. Sheepskin is incredibly comfortable and warm. Yea...warm. Do you see where I am going with this?

I understand that as spring is starting to take shape around us, the temperature is rising, yet still isn't exactly summer time heat. I get it. I also get the battle in which you endure everyday when it comes to deciding what to wear during this weather-confusing time of year. I struggle, myself.

But why...WHY...must girls keep repeating this monstrosity of a "look". It makes you not only LOOK confused, but you also look a bit insane. It makes people think, "so it's warm enough to wear a teenie tiny mini denim skirt, but your feet are going to be INCREDIBLY COLD?!??!" Not exactly the look I'm sure most girls are going for.

I get that UGGs are a HUGE trend. I, myself, own a pair and love them. But for crying out loud, wear them with pants!! Tuck them, untuck them, whatever!! They don't belong beneath anything that exposes your leg.

Why, you may ask? It's easy. Ladies, what are men, especially, always obsessing over as the temperature rises about our bodies, other than bathing suit season? LEG EXPOSURE. Now think about it some more: wearing short skirts during warm weather is definitely a do for many girls. And yes they make your legs usually look wonderful, but why would you pair this leg flattering look with something that hits you at the WIDEST part of your knee?! Also, the way that the boot cuts your exposed leg into a section makes your legs look stumpy! You want to elongate your legs.

I would personally suggest a cute pair of open toe heels or a trendy flats, but even flip flops are a better choice than UGGs.

Final thought: Short Skirts + UGGs = Stumpy Legs and Makes You Look Somewhat Crazy. Keep the UGGs ready for fall and winter, and you're all set.

Shoes can only make you so happy

I haven't written in here in a few days. I'm sorry about that.

This morning, my best friend's boyfriend died. And it is in times like these when you realize how trivial some things are in your life.

I will be the first to admit that I can sometimes be a brat when it comes to not getting what I want. I'm only human, just like I'm sure I'm not the only one who turns to material items sometimes when I'm upset.

I'm also that girl who puts on all her make up everyday, puts on a cute and trendy outfit, and finishes off the look with stilettos or some sort of cute shoes. FOR CLASS.

But today, when I received the horrible news, I didn't turn to my shoe rack to get my heels, or the cute outfit I had laid out the night before that took me a while to decide on. No. I turned to my T-shirt drawer, threw on a pair of jeans, and grabbed the flats off of my floor.

I took the hair tie that was around my wrist and threw my hair into a low, messy ponytail and ran out the door with my bare face.

As much as I love fashion, at the end of the day, it's not the most important thing in the world. It's the industry I want to become a part of, don't get me wrong, but when that day comes, when you feel like your time is running out, I'm not going to be thinking about that handbag I didn't get, I will be thinking about the people I love.

There's nothing wrong with retail therapy...but when it comes down to it, I know there are more important things to cry over than a pair of designer heels that aren't in my size.


RIP- Anthony