Monday, September 24, 2012
Sunday, September 23, 2012
The best coat for your body type: H&M edition
Yesterday was the first official day of Fall. Breezy mornings and hot chocolate filled nights await me. This is by far my favorite season. Soon, the NYC weather will bless (or curse) us with its presence. I always have trouble finding the best fitting coat for my body type. Honestly, I never considered my body type when purchasing a coat. There are three factors present when I look for a coat: color, versatility and price. I have done some research to figure out which coats are suitable for different body types, keeping in mind price and style. I found these on H&M website:
If you're pear-shaped:
If you're petite:
I will definitely take into account my body type while shopping for a coat this season. Happy shopping!
If you're busty:
- Single breasted
- Mid-thigh length or longer
- Avoid fabrics with extra bulk
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| H&M, 69.95 |
- Knee length
- Empire style
- Details on top
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| H&M, 59.95 |
- short
- hits just below your hips
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| H&M, 49.95 |
If your tall:
- knee length or longer
- avoid short styles, they cut your body in half
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| H&M, 129 |
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Fall TV 2012:
Fall TV is finally here! One of the reasons why this is my favorite season. Here are some oldies but goodies returning and newbie shows I'm looking forward to watching. Tune in:
REVENGE
Partners, CBS
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Sophia Bush returns!
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Which shows are you excited about this season?
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Vermont Fresh
On my second visit to Vermont, I did three things I've never done before: kayaking, miniature golf (I won) and went to an outdoor movie theater. Taking a break from the humid city was a fantastic idea. I never have phone service up there so I had a break from technology. The view and fresh air was breath-taking. Read my previous post about self care:
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| Cosmopolitan ingredients |
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| We were greeted by this deelish cocktail |
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| Amazing view from the kitchen |
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| big chunk of cheese |
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| Nice cow, please don't bite me |
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| Pig race |
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| Vermont State Fair |
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| waiting for breakfast |
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| home bound |
This was the highlight of my summer. What was yours??
New Beginnings
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| New gal pal, Kat from katskull.com Isn't her DIY camera strap fab?! |
Thanks to IFB, I met a new friend and fellow blogger, Kat. It was lovely meeting you. Thanks for hanging out with me in a sea of the unknown =)
In an earlier post, I hinted that I wanted to take Charisma in Bklyn in a slightly new direction. I still want to blog about fashion and style, but now I want to incorporate self care. Self care is something I feel strongly about. I like the idea of it but I don't put enough energy into practicing it.
Healthy food recipes, exercise routines (my struggle), time management, balancing personal/work/social life is what I will be incorporating into Charisma in Bklyn. I like to toy with change. It's fun. Isn't life about evolving and experiencing new things?
My goal is to try something new every month. I will try yoga, eating at a new restaurant, meditating and anything else that will make me happier (and healthier) in life. I will tell you all about my new experiences here. I hope you share your thoughts as I am interested to hear what things you do to live a happier, healthier life.
Until next time...
xoxo
Tuesday, September 18, 2012
IFBCON snapshots
I took in quite a load of information at the Independent Fashion Bloggers Conference earlier this month. Read my previous post here. Original content, finding and maintaining your voice, communicating with others are the main themes prevalent throughout the conference. These are all vital to creating a successful blog. What does it mean to be successful? Well, the answer differs for everyone. It could mean working with brands you love, increased page views, or it could be as simple as inspiring others. You define your success and that is what I have learned this year. Happiness is how you see yourself and feel content with the results.
Here are some snapshots of IFBCON Fall 2012:
I want to take my blog in a specific, new direction. I'll tell you about my idea in upcoming posts. Have a great week!
xoxo
Monday, September 17, 2012
IFBCON - Day 1
Remember the contest I entered (read this post)? Well, I was one of the lucky winners! Ecstatic and nervous described me for a week. Part of the prize was winning a free ticket to the Independent Fashion Blogger's Conference (IFBCON). I have learned so much from attending this lovely conference. Inspiring bloggers, keynote speakers and the astounding IFB team, including leader of the pack, Jennine Tamm (author of The Coveted), surrounded the beautiful 82 Mercer location. Learning to pinpoint my goals and putting hard work into my passion is one of the things I took from this day. Future posts will include some of what I've learned of my life changing experience at IFBCON.
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| Day one at IFBCON |
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| Practice posing for my new friend, Kat, author of http://katskull.com/ |
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| Designing T-shirts |
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| I decided on glamorizing his hat =} More to come... xoxo |
100 things (Part 5)
Here are some little things that make me happy...you can find previous 100 things posts here:
Tribal Prints
Vacation
Going to Grandma's House
Girls Night!
Cup Noodles...sooo good
New beginnings
New Girl
Statement Necklaces
Reading
Fridays
What are some things that make you happy?
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