Saturday, March 15, 2014

Like a Peacock


We've seen feathers for a while now, but what could be more majestic and eye-catching than a Peacock? 
This trend has it all, first emerald green is pretty huge for fall then the feathers and the attitude, its a total attention graber, unless you're not ready for all eyes on you, avoid this.


Butterfly Effect


Givenchy FALL RTW 2014


Stella McCartney beauty look

I tried to recreate this very rebellious STELLA MCCARTNEY spring beauty look. 


As you might have noticed I have a weakness for a cat-eye if I could I'd tattoo my eyelids. There is something about a cat-eye that draws me into it everytime, maybe its the fact that it makes you look younger, that it hides those terrible crow's feet or that instantly awakens you.
Anyway in this ocassion I used a brown pencil eyeliner along the upper lash lines and flicked it out onto the outer corners and pulled it down toward the tear duct—forming sharp points on the diagonal, then added a second coat of liquid eyeliner, it's a very intense look, so leave the rest of your face bare, some nude lipstick and you're good to go.


Thursday, March 6, 2014

Vest Dressed

Vest dresses are starting to become quite a trend, its partially a dress and partially a vest, it leaves you wondering what it really is? A question will never really answer, but its definitely a modern option for the daredevil fahionistas out there.


Mel's denim shirt ensembles

DENIM SHIRT & DENIM JEANS, the simplest idea, not hard to come up with, together with my keds for an all american girl look.
DENIM SHIRT & PRINTED LEGGINGS, I was going for a monochromatic outfit and tried to kept everything on the blue color family, the vibrant leggings add a touch fun.
DENIM SHIRT AND LEATHER SKIRT, a denim shirt can be a lil masculine, to break it down I added a pleated leather skirt, tights and booties to elevate the look.

Wednesday, March 5, 2014

Val's denim shirt ensembles

A denim shirt with leather shorts, love the idea of mixing different textures denim and leather and not only my shorts are leather but its a ruby red, which is my sexy element.
A denim shirt with white jeans, looks crisp and clean, I tied the shirt at my waist to show just a lil bit of skin since im otherwise pretty covered up.
Denim shirt w denim shorts, this is just totally casual and most people would pair it with jeans but with shorts it feels more comfy and perfect to run errands, pastel loafers and a scarf tied to my handbag adds a femenine touch.



Pretty Woman

Over-the-knee Boots are so sexy and certainly bring memories of Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman, when worn correctly, it looks a lot more street-styled than street walker.



Monday, March 3, 2014

Talk to the hand

These prints take me back to the original work of Elsa Schiaparelli, who came up with some amazing surreal work back in the 30s, although these modern prints are completely realistic, the original idea came from the master Schiaparelli.




Thursday, February 27, 2014

May the force be with you

Rodarte and Preen were inspired by the STAR WARS movie on their FALL 2014 RTW collections, big prints with Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker, and many of other beloved characters were seen.



Wednesday, February 26, 2014

The Fairest of them all

RED VALENTINO picked the fairest princess of them all as inspiration for their FALL 2014 RTW collection. Dreamy Snow White's idea was taken into a direction that's younger, more street and a bit rock and roll.  
The grown-up fans of this Disney Princess now have alternatives and don't have to shop at the Disney store anymore.






Tuesday, February 25, 2014

Go Nude

Black is probably the first option in your mind when Fall arives but why stay in the dark like everything else around you? Bring some light into your day with fleshy shades of pink and peach, these colors scream ladylike and sexy at the same time, and remember that wearing nude shoes will elongate your legs, now I want some of that.



Thursday, February 20, 2014

The New Look

The New Look that was introcuded to the world in 1947 by Christian Dior with its narrow waist, and very full skirts was ultra feminine and opulent, and it was seeing all over the runways for the Spring RTW 2014 shows, designers mixed this full skirt with cropped tops for a modern take, also combining it with sweaters and oxfords for an androgynous look, and the ultimate ladylike option is to pair this skirt with high heels and a thin sweater under the skirt. 
This is a trend we are definitely trying this year.



Wednesday, February 19, 2014

Monochromatic

We are totally loving Monochromatic outfits, to prevent your outfit from looking like a uniform wear different textures and if you want to make a statement stay away from black that's too predictable.
Which color do you think you can pull off?


Tuesday, February 18, 2014

Pinstripes


We are used to seing pinstripes on men's suites but designers are taking it from the offices to the streets, embracing this material and transforming it into androgynous pieces with modern cuts and original twists on a timeless pattern that has been associated with business affairs.
Try this trend and have your own fashion affair.



Monday, February 17, 2014

Jason Wu Beauty Look

This is a short tutotial on how I tried to recreate this Jason Wu Spring 2014 beauty look, it's very wearable and great for day or night. For this look remember that the top half of your eyelid will be bare all the color is at the bottom. Try to keep the rest of your makeup minimal because this is a bold eye look and you want all the attention up there. 


Jason Wu Spring 2014 beauty look.


HERE WE GO

1. My blank canvas, please don't be scared, it gets better I promise.
Let's start with moisturizing the eye area then follow with a lid primer.


                                           


3. Sweep brown eyeshadow only up to the middle of your eyelid, slightly down toward the outer corner.  You probably have noticed my dark circles, who am I kidding? you so did.
 I don't apply concealer until I'm finished.

                                          

4. Use gold shimmery eyeshadow and sweep just in the middle   


                                          


                                          

5. Line your eyelash line with black liquid eyeliner. 

                                         

 6. Add mascara, then using a wet cotton swab clean all the under eye area, moisturize and now you can apply concealer. 

                                        

     

7. All done, now where do I go? The other moms at the park appreciated my look :)

     


                           

                                           




Friday, February 14, 2014

Fishtail Braid

Now that Valentine's day is over let's go back to reality, yesterday your hair was flawless but after a long night of partying, you don't recognize yourself today; this is a great idea for those days when you want to style your hair but avoid all the work.
Follow these easy steps and achieve a very cool fishtail braid.
Val here is a pro when it comes to braiding hair.




Wednesday, February 12, 2014

Fantasy Wedding Dress

It got me thinking that if men get to have a fantasy football team, I should start planning my fantasy weddding, FANTASY that is because I'm happily married, but hey life is but a dream.

My fantasy groom: James Dean
My fantasy artist: Frank Sinatra
My fantasy venue: The Plaza
Now all there is left to choose is my fantasy wedding gown.



Sunday, February 9, 2014

For a loved one


Love is all around us, let's just embrace it, and whether you have a special someone in your life or not, it doens't matter beacuse I'm sure there are lots of people who love you in their own special way, like your best friend who is there to prevent you from calling your creepy ex, or your mom who will always point out all your boyfriend's flaws in case you didn't see it (more like don't want to see it), or your coworker who is setting you up with all these amazing guys that you would never ever even kiss.
Surprise them with something from your heart!





URBAN OUTFITTERS 2 x $22


GUESS $85- Watch

Saturday, February 8, 2014

Home Made Oatmeal Mask

Before we start please let me clarify that no, we're not cooking anything here and please refrain yourself from eating this, believe me it doesn't taste good, although it sounds good.
All the ingredients have benefitial properties for your skin:
Oatmeal gives your skin a natural glow and softness.
Yogurt has moisturizing properties.
Honey is a natural antibacterial and great for treating and preventing acne.
Egg whites help with irritation.

Step 1: Combine 1/2 cup of water and 1/3 cup of oatmeal

Step 2: Let it settle for 2 minutes

Step 3: Add 2 tablespoons of plain yougrt, 2 tablespoonsof honey and 1 egg white

Step 4: Mix it and apply a thin layer and let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes

Step 5: Rinse and voila! Thank us for luminous skin later ;)





Thursday, February 6, 2014

The perfect Valentine's dress

It's february and what is the first thing that comes to your mind? Valentine's day! If you don't have to worry about finding a date and have to only worry about finding a dress you are in the perfect place, we narrowed it down some pretty pretty dresses under $100 for all the different girls out there.
What are you planning for your special someone? or even better what are they planning for you?



For the Romantic
ASOS $37.04
                                                    
LULU'S $54

For the Bombshell
FOREVER 21 $22.80

LULU'S $41





For the Conservative
ZARA $79.90
http://www.zara.com/us/en/woman/dresses/combined-leopard-print-dress-c565224p1666640.html


LOVECULTURE $36.95

Mel & Val


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