1920s Uproar

Source: bing.com via Kayla on Pinterest

Hello everyone!  I'm not dressing up for Halloween this year.  However, this would be my costume if I was going to.  I've always wanted to dress up as a Flapper.  Maybe because of this Charmed episode.  There's something fun about dressing up as anything you want for a day and not worrying about being judged because it's the norm for Halloween.  Have fun and experiment! =)

Flapper Costume by charismainbklyn 

Fall Essential for work

Sweater for work by charismainbklyn featuring high heels

This sweater is great because you can wear it anywhere and look chic.  I love how grey goes well with every color.  Most of my wardrobe used to consist of grey and black mostly.  I guess it was because they go with everything.  It is now that I am incorporating more color into my closet.  Color is fun and a great way to experiment and create your own style.

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Purple and mustard

I am loving this color combo.  Wendy Nguyen has great style.  Her looks are always fresh and polished.  Purple is my favorite color so this is a combo I need to try soon.

J.Crew polka dot shirt / 3.1 Phillip Lim silk blouse, / SOLD Design Lab super skinny jeans / Purple handbag

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Five shades of grey

five shades of grey by charismainbklyn 

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Topshop Tuesday

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• These are my top picks from Topshop this week.  I need a new pair of knee-high boots.  These are perfect because I can dress them up or down and the heel is thick enough to walk in.  
• That red dress is calling my name! 
• Can't go wrong with stripes.  I love stripes.  I can wear this with a structured bag for a classic look.  
• There's something about those ankle booties that I'm diggin.  
• I haven't found my perfect peplum top until now.  Lace makes it even girlier.  
• Paisley and I go way back. =)
• That bag screams Fall.  Love it.  

Which is your favorite piece?

Topshop Tuesday: Fall Edition

There's a major Summer sale over on Topshop.com.  Here are my top picks for Fall:

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CatWoman: Leather Lust

This week I saw Dark Knight Rises.  It was amazing!  Storyline, action, and costumes were pretty great.  At first, I wasn't sure Anne Hathaway would pull off Catwoman.  I was presently surprised.  She brought a deeper level of character and charm to Selina Kyle.  I won't spoil with details...watch the movie.

Read this interesting article about the character of Catwoman played by Anne Hathaway. Warning! Spoilers included. 

I usually obsess over a movie for a while if I really enjoy it.  So, I thought it would be cool to post ideas on how to incorporate a lil leather into your wardrobe...

MEOW! 

Let's Play!

Check out my Polyvore set for links to purchase.  The romper is an amazing wardrobe staple.  It's better than a dress because you don't have to worry about the wind giving people a sneak preview of your undies (or shorts).  I love the idea of slipping into one piece and going about my day.

Which is your favorite piece?  

Topshop Tuesday

All item can be found on Topshop.com

Happy Tuesday!  I just wanted to share with you all some Topshop items I'm lusting for at the moment.  I love all of these items because they can be dressed up or dressed down.  

• The peplum is trending at the moment.  You can wear this top with skinny jeans and heels for a girls night or dress it up with a pencil skirt. 
• I would pair the metallic skirt with a white tee like this one or this one and flat sandals to tone down the dressy feel of the material.

  "Hey, I'm a girl, and we like to play dress-up."
Charlize Theron

Wardrobe Staple: White Top

Abercrombie Fitch vintage top
abercrombie.com

H M chiffon shirt
$20 - hm.com

Polyester shirt
topshop.com

Uniqlo short sleeve t shirt
$12 - uniqlo.com

The white top is essential and versatile for any wardrobe.  It can be worn with anything. Dressed up or down, it makes any outfit look polished.  

These celebs know how to incorporate a white top into their wardrobe:

Nicole Richie

Olivia Palermo

 

  

Jessica Alba

Zoe Saldana

                     Katie Holmes

Carrie Underwood

Hope you all have a great week :-) 

Kay

Fireworks

Denim cut-offs casualify this outfit.  It reminds of me of retro glamour.  Love it!

Fourth july outfit by charismainbklyn featuring oversized cat eye sunglasses

Almost Famous cut off jean shorts
$25 - zumiez.com

White PU Criss Cross 150mm Wedges
€34 - sheinside.com

Damsel in a Dress oversized cat eye sunglasses
$14 - urbanoutfitters.com

Source: polyvore.com via Elizabeth on Pinterest

July fourth lounging outfit by charismainbklyn featuring a white t shirt

White t shirt
delias.com

Dorothy Perkins short shorts
dorothyperkins.com

Michael Kors summer clutch
resaleriches.mybisi.com

Roberta Chiarella gold bib necklace
maxandchloe.com

TOMS 'Bimini Stitchout' Chambray Slip-On (Men)
nordstrom.com

These manicures are fireworks worthy:

Source: thebeautydepartment.com via Laura on Pinterest

Source: little-nails.blogspot.com via Erin on Pinterest

Source: pinkurock.com via Sharon on Pinterest

I wish you all a fun and safe holiday!
Kay

Rain rain, go away...

I need sunshine! by charismainbklyn featuring clutches

Zipper dress
$80 - topshop.com

Big Bird Playsuit
$84 - topshop.com

Snakeskin sandals
$130 - topshop.com

Suede clutch
$64 - topshop.com

Shopper handbag
$32 - topshop.com

Marc by Marc Jacobs water resistant watch
$275 - couture.zappos.com

Ariella Collection flower ring
$68 - nordstrom.com

Wrap ring
$10 - topshop.com

Forever 21 gold jewelry
$7.80 - forever21.com

Vanilla Skies Parasol
$50 - modcloth.com




The dreary weather here in New York has got me down.  What do I when I feel down?  I make lists.  The delusional idea that I'm organized makes me calm and all is good in the world.  These items are all on my want list for Spring/Summer 2012!  What's on yours??

Au Naturel...not

"Life isn't about finding yourself.  Life is about creating yourself." -George Bernard Shaw


My daily makeup routine is pretty low-maintenance.  I use Garnier under eye roller for my growing dark circles.  Recently, I purchased Bare Minerals Ready bronzer and I love it.  I usually shy away from using bronzer.  With buildable coverage, my very fair skin looks glowy not orange or dirty like other bronzers.  My lashes are short and lifeless so I use a curler and some Maybelline mascara.  Maybelline Baby Lips lip balm is also another recent purchase I love.  It leaves my lips super soft with a tint of pink.  Throughout the day, I touch up with classic Chapstick.  If I want to feel a little glamorous I use Maybelline Expertwear Eyeliner in Blackest Black.  Huh, I just realized how many Maybelline products I use.  Anywho, this is my basic daily routine during the week.  Of course, the weekends usually call for more glitz like cat eyes or red lips (my fave).

My daily makeup routine (pretty simple) by charismainbklyn featuring Bare Escentuals makeup brushes

Bare Escentuals cheek bronzer
$24 - sephora.com

Bare Escentuals makeup brush
$28 - sephora.com

Tweezerman eyelash curler
$20 - sephora.com

MAYBELLINE Pink Punch Baby Lips lipbalm
$2.99 - target.com

Maybelline Great Lash Mascara
kicks.se






Below are some links for makeup inspiration and how-to tips:
http://camiilla.webblogg.se/images/2010/kimber_111519410.jpg
Kim Kardashian's eyeliner, glowy cheeks and nudey lips is a great look for any occasion.
http://www.makeupandbeautyblog.com/cosmetics/benefit-scene-queen-a-tuesday-smokey-eye-tutorial/
A great beauty blog providing makeup tips and beauty product reviews.
http://pinterest.com/search/?q=red+lips+makeup
Red lips

Yours truly in her daily makeup routine (including eyeliner)

I tend to refer to myself in the third person at times. 

What does your daily makeup routine consist of?  What are some of your favorite beauty products?