Thursday: Celebrity Highlight: YOU!

Hello Fashionista's! It's the LAST DAY of 2009, which is definitely very sad. The years have been going very fast and so much of nothing happens, and keeps happening. Expect this is my last full year of school, all I have left is the Spring smester and an internship and I am done with school forever. Which is also very sad. Today's celebrity highlight is going to end on a different path with all of YOU, Fashionista's. Go out there tonight and shine brighter than everyone else and actually MAKE something different happen in 2010! The world definitely needs something to happen to change unpeaceful things that keep happening. So Fashionista's I'll give you all some things to make happen in 2010:

Dress to impress every day!

Be unqiue and innovative!

Make a difference in your life and others!

Don't follow the trends, set them!

Try to create peace everywhere you are, no more hate!

Have a classy New Year's Eve, Fashionista's!

XoXo FashionGirl

Wednesday: Fashion News: NYE Style!

Hello there, Fashionista’s! It’s the day before NYE and all of us Fashionista’s probably have some exciting plans and amazing outfits to celebrate the night with. Today’s fashion news is all about what is “in” for NYE fashion! Of course what you pick for NYE should be fun, fabulous and totally chic to put you in an amazing fashion realm for the next 12 months. Now, we Fashionista’s don’t want to be caught in something trashy, last year or hideous, so of course we have planned this outfit all month long! If you still haven’t found something to wear or you need some ideas about what to add to your outfit to make it better, I have some NYE fashion ideas for you. Remember this is a night to have fun and go all out with sequins, sparkles, satin, lace, feathers, or anything shiny. Don’t forget the accessories to complete your look. Add some sparkly jewelry, a chic watch, killer heals, a statement clutch, a skinny belt or a warm scarf. Just keep it classy, not trashy!
Shine and stand out tomorrow night for all the right reasons, Fashionista’s!
XoXo FashionGirl

Tuesday: Trend: Fuzzy Socks!

Good evening, Fashionista's! Today's blog is a little late, but I was busy today. And the trend for this week is my favorite cold weather item, Fuzzy socks! Fuzzy socks go with any outfit and the crazy they are the better, since no one can see them when wearing boots when you are out. They are your little secret from the world! Nt only do they keep your feet nice and warm on those cold winter days, but they can be pulled over leggings or tights to keep them in place. Right now I have on a blue bubble dress, gray leggings and pink fuzzy socks with a black zip up. Yeah, it does lokk a little eighties, but it's warm and fabulous on me. I am probably one of a few Fashionista's that can pull this look off and I love it! Also I am one of the few that would willing wear something that is uniquely different than the mainstream. After all I am an innovator! This look will definitely be seen everywhere in a few months, and then I can't wear it anymore!
Amazing site I found for crazy fun socks! And these socks are great for those of us Fashionista's that are on are feet all day, fuzzy socks with aloe for $6.95 a pair! They would make a great gift!

Keep your feet warm and comfy, Fashionista's!

XoXo FashionGirl

Monday: Accessory: Hieroglyphs!

Hey there, Fashionista's! It's the start of the last week of the year, and whoa did this year go by fast. It feels like I just started this blog, but I've been doing it for 4 months already. Today's accessory is something that I found over the weekend, Hieroglyphic jewelry! When I found it, I thought 'this isn't very in right now', but I looked at it again and I knew this is going to be the next big accessory for 2010. Fashionista's, you can make this fun jewelry while watching your favorite TV show one evening or before you go to bed at night. It's so simple an easy once you have a few key items. Any color string to put thread the hieroglyphics charms on in any length (necklace, bracelet, ring, key chain). Of course you need the hieroglyphic charms and a letter translation sheet so you know what word or words you want to use. Also you will need scissors, black letter spacers, maybe a key chain ring or other jewels. After you have all of your materials, which can be found at any craft store or craft section of a store, and a few minutes you can create a unique little accessory that only you know what it says! Others will notice it and wonder what your necklace or bracelet says and it can be a great conversation starter.

Fashionista's, go out there and make a statement with hieroglyphics!

XoXo FashionGirl

Thursday: Celebrity Highlights: Death!

Hello Fashonista's!! Today's celebrity highlight is for all of the celebrities or "known" people in them media that died this year. There have been a lot of celebrity deaths this year and 99% I didn't know until they died, but I guess they were known. Fashionista's, you might wonder why I am talking about death on Christmas, but it seemed like a great celebrity topic for the end of the year. The most recent death was on December 20 at 11am in Las Angles, which is when Brittany Murphy died. Also this year we lost Billy Mays, one of the best at infomercial-selling products. There was also Ed McMahon, Farrah Fawcett, Jett Travolta, Michael Jackson, Patrick Swayze, Roy Disney, Ted Kennedy, Umaga and many others. Hopefully in 2010 we won't lose many young celebrities with big careers and futures ahead of them!

Merry Christmas, Fashionista's!

XoXo FashionGirl

P.S. There probably won't be a Friday blog tomorrow

Wednesday: Fashion News: Style.com!

Hello Fashionista's!! In fashion news today is the online Vogue, www.Style.com! Here you can take a look at upcoming seasons on the runway. Right now they have previous Spring and Fall 2009, Resort 2010 and upcoming Spring 2010 and a preview of Fall 2010! In addition to Women's fashion, they also have menswear. There are designer and model bio pages, so you can stay up-to-date on all the latest designers and models. You can also get in on the latest Hollywood parties and celebrities. There are also trend, accessory, and style reports and an item of the week and shopping guides. There is also a beauty section, plenty of videos, Vogue's online magazine and so much more. If your an in-the-know Fashionista, you definitely have to check out www.style.com for all the latest fashion news, trends and everything fashion related!

Style on, Fashionista's!

XoXo FashionGirl

Tuesday: Trend: Sweaters!

Hello Fashionista’s!! It’s Tuesday and only 3 days until Christmas! This week’s trend is my personal favorite and something that everyone loves to wear this time of year …warm and cozy sweaters! Sweaters are most likely a staple to every Fashionista's winter wardrobe, unless you are lucky enough to live somewhere warm year-round! If you do; can I move there?
Wet Seal has a variety of options for sweaters. They have bright colors and neutrals. Plenty of lengths for every occassion; from cozy warm wrap-arounds to cropped sweaters to shawls and ponchos with fringe. Prices vary from $10-$25.
Miley Cyrus and Max Azria's collegection for Walmart has some cute options for winter at prices under $20. They have button-downs, tees, tanks, leggings, tunics, fun dresses, turtlenecks, jeans/cords, skirts, shoes and cute brown fringe boots.
Macy's also has some faboulous sweaters. There are many colors from bright "stand out" colors to more neutral blacks, grays, creams and whites. There are many styles also from long to cropped to long sleeve to short sleeve. Anything from cardigans, v-necks, turtlenecks and cashmere. There most likely something for everyone. Just take a look. Prices starting at $25.

Wrap up in a sweater, Fashionista's!

XoXo FashionGirl

Monday: Accessory: Slouchy Knit Hats!

Hello Fashionista’s!! It’s the beginning of another week and it’s all about warm and cozy slouchy knit hats today. As I said before I knitted a cute pink slouchy hat and I absolutely love it. But if you don’t know how to knit (it’s very fun and a great stress-revealing activity) and/or you don’t have time, you can always find a fabulous one to buy. You can find knit hats at various prices from high-end designer to vintage or thrift-y ones. Check out Nordstrom, Target, Wet Seal, Delia’s or online at www.shop.com!

Cashmere Hat and cozy News-boy style hat from Nordstrom!

Loose knit hat and Cashmere Beret (in many colors) from Target from under $20!

www.shop.com has many Knit Hats for women!

Keep warm during the Holidays with a cute knit hat, Fashionista's, or if you happen to have a bad hair day!

XoXo FashionGirl

Saturday: Budget-Chic: Thrifty or DIY

Hello Fashionista's! It's the last weekend before Christmas and that means there will be a lot of last minute shopping for the holiday's! I will not be one of "those" people that fight the crowds at the stores this weekend. I like to make gifts for people that are unique, special and one-of-a-kind. For those of you that want to knit a glamourous long scarf for your grandma or a sweater, it could be possibly too late, but a cute little knit hat, socks or mittens could be a possiblity; if you have a couple free hours this weekend. I knitted myself a hat in about a week working a couple hours a day and it's totally fabulous. Or maybe you know someone who likes to write or make lists; you can make them a cute little notebook.Or even make a calendar on the computer with old and new pictures for your grandparents.

There are countless things you can make that are classy and look expensive, be creative!

If you think you don't have time for a DIY project, try to hit your local thrift store or Salvation Army. You never know what unique items you might find, maybe even something from a designer!

So Fashionista's if you are a little low on cash or still need to find a gift for someone special, try a DIY project or hit your local thrift store for a unique find!

Check out DIY gifts or last minute gifts or the salvation army website to locate your local thrift store or even drop off some used 'good quality' items to make someone else's Christmas a little better!

Happy Shopping, Fashionistas and stay warm!

XoXo FashionGirl

Wednesday: Fashion News: Project Runway Season 7!

Hey there, Fashionista's! It's that time of year again ..when another group of designers have been revealed for Project Runway Season 7! Heidi, Tim, Nina, Michael, and the designers will be back in NYC for this season. Finally back where they belong! Season 7 will start on Janurary 14 at 10pm/9pm central time. Again this season follwoing the epidsode will be Models of the Runway!

Check out the designers for yourself and the countdown to ProjectRunway right here to keep you up-to-date on all things PR! The designers this season should be better than the past seasons, if PR knows what's best and I have a feeling they do. The ladies on this season will be: Mila, Amy, Ping, Anna, Christiane, Janeane, Pamela and Maya. And we can't forget the boys for the season: Emilio, Ben, Seth, Jay, Anthony, Jesus, Jesse and Jonathan. Of course to find out more about all of the designers and watch their video clips check out PRDesigners!

I hope all of you Fashionista's are ready for Season 7 to begin, I know am I!

Stay Runway classy, Fashionista's!

XoXo FashionGirl

Tuesday: Trend of the Week: Advice

Hello Fashionista's! Today's trend is advice and tips to spice up your boring outfits. We all have those pieces in our closets that get boring and routine after a while. Today I am going to tell you how to add a little life to those life-less looks. Check out these tips from Seventeen magazine:

• When in doubt, work with black -it's a color that perfectly unifies two prints and with a solid cardigan ties the whole look together
• Two floral prints balance each other best when one pattern is big and the other in softer and tiny
• Clash-y designs, like florals and plaids, can look great together when they share common colors
• Nevervous about mixing too much; you can always add a little print with a clutch
• Two pieces in different colors and fabrics can work together if they have a similar pattern like a tiny paisley floral
• Neutral prints look even better with an unexpected pop of color, like a bold polka-dot scarf

Stay classy and liven up your looks with a pop of color, Fashionista's!

XoXo FashionGirl

Monday: Accessory: Smile!

Hey there, Fashionista's! It's another Monday and for me it's also the last day of the fall semester and the start of finals week. Today's accessory is something I want to see everyone do more of, and that's SMILE! When I walk around campus, go to class, go shopping or anywhere I am, barely anyone smiles. And why not? Smiling is a nice, friendly way to approch people and a smile can brighten anyone's day, even your own. I always smile when I see people, maybe I smile too much, but I don't care, I have to smile for all of those people that don't! So starting today, Fashionista's I want all of you to smile at people you pass on your walk to class or work, when you're out grocery or Christmas shopping or even just for no reason other than making someone's day. Smiling will also make your feel better by relieving stress, feeling happier, and making the world a better place one smile at a time!

Have a fabulous day and SMILE, Fashionista's!

XoXo FashionGirl

Friday: Health and Body: Relaxing

Hey there Fashionista's! Many of you are probably very busy this time of year with finals if your in school, extra work, Christmas shopping, getting ready and going to holiday parties, etc. that you probably don't have much time to sit down and relax. Well today's blog will help with just that, relaxing! Today I want all of you Fashionista's to get in the holiday mood and relax at the same time with this yummy candy cane hot chocolate recipe and warm chocolate chip cookies while you are studying or working this weekend or whenever you need a little pick me up!

Candy Cane Cocoa (4-1 cup servings)

4 cups milk

3 (1 ounce) squares chopped semisweet chocolate

4 crushed peppermint candy canes

1 cup whipped cream or cool whip

4 small peppermint candy canes

In a sauce pan heat the milk until hot, not boiling. Then add chocolate and crushed candy cane pieces. Pour hot cocoa into 4 mugs and finish off with whipped creams and mini candy cane.

Chocolate Chip Cookies (makes about 60)
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
2 cups (12-oz. pkg.) semi sweet chocolate chips

To make the dough: Combine flour, baking soda and salt in small bowl. In another bowl combine sugar, brown sugar and vanilla until creamy. Add eggs to this mix beating in one at a time. Next, gradually stir in flour mix.

Put dough in a bowl with lid and put in the refrigerator to harden a little make cookies easier. Also you can leave the dough in the refrigerator and cook only a few cookies at a time so it lasts longer.

When ready to bake: Make about tablespoon-size small cookies on baking sheet and bake for about 10 minutes. Take out cool and enjoy with your hot cocoa.

cocoa recipe and cookie recipe for you to look at.

Stay warm and relaxed this weekend. Fashionista's!

XoXo FashionGirl

Thursday: Celebrity Highlights: Hilary Duff

Hey there, Fashionista's! In today's celebrity highlight, it's all about my favorite actress Hilary Duff. Hilary Duff is starring in a new independent drama, "According to Greta" coming to select theaters tomorrow December 11. According to Greta was filmed back in September-November in 2007 for between $1-$2 million. Originally titled "Greta"at the LA screening, had it's name changed for the US release tomorrow. Releasing to DVD on January 19.
Hilary Duff has had a major change from the characters she usually plays. She is usually the sweet, girlie lead of the movie, but in Greta she plays a more edgier, sarcastic, serious 18-year old her is hurting inside. She has had criticisms from both sides of the line saying this a reviving film while others say its too serious and edgy. Greta deals with some tough issues that teenagers face like her mother in the movie is on her third marriage, Greta (Hilary' character) is shipped off to her grandparents house, and she keeps a notebook of how she is going to kill herself by her 18th birthday. "According to Greta" is a very serious independent film with some very real and tough issues.
If you need something to do this weekend, look up "According to Greta" and see if it' showing in a theatre near you. If it's not, go out and get the DVD on January 19. I know I will!

Stay classy and real, Fashionista's!

XoXO FashionGirl

Wednesday: Fashion News: Holiday Party Dresses

Hello Fashionista's! It's the time of year for holiday parties and New Year's Eve is coming up quick; what does this mean for us Fashionista's? Pretty dresses and time to get all glamourous!! I have found some hot dresses that will make that little black dress in your closet look boring. From http://www.seventeen.com/, I have found 15 amazing dresses for every Fashionista out there from glam, girlie, edgy and so much more.

Bebe ~ Dalia ~ Topshop ~ Lulu's ~ Lulu's

Mori Lee ~ Lucca Couture ~ Single ~Dream Culture ~ Forever 21

Modcloth ~Forever 21 ~Topshop ~ Say What ~ Devine Rights of Denim

For more details about these dresses check out all the holiday party dresses here for prices, sizes, what to wear with them and for a larger picture.

Stay classy ad have fun this holiday season, Fashionista's!

XoXo FashionGirl

Tuesday: Trend: Gift-Giving!

Hello Fashionista's ~It's getting to be that time of year again when we get to make our wish lists and buy special gifts for our loved ones and friends. Today I thought doing a little gift guide for all of the Fashionista's out there. Maybe you can find something for your friends, moms, grandmas, aunts, or even yourself! This list is a "wish list", but you can try to find inexpensive alternatives that are just as glamorous. Anyone who loves glamour and fashion will most likely want something, if not everything on this list!

For the glamorous diva on your list:
1. A quilted fiery red Marc Jacobs' bag is a perfect classic
2. Tory Burch retro-inspired sunglasses for the spring/summer ahead
3. For a bold Fashionista give her a sequin tuxedo blazer
4. A bright-colored sparkly cocktail ring to wear for that New Year's party

For the classic Fashionista on your list:
1. A classic cardigan with little bows is perfectly classic
2. Be classically organized with a luxury agenda planner and photo frame in purple
3. Let this classic fashionista have a comfy night by the fire with sleek pajamas
4. By the fire she can enjoy Coco Chanel's fabulous book

For the high-spirited hippie on your list:
1. A stringy mother of pearl charm bracelet by Aurelie Bidermann
2. A pair of Tom's colorful comfy shoes is perfect and when you buy one, another goes to a person in need in an impoverished country
3. An Olivia Harris for Gryson studded baby ball leather hobo is classic hippie
4. A watch in a fun color that is functional, yet not overly sophisticated by Timex

For the designer or artist on your list:
1. MAC holiday eye palettes with 6 warm or cool shadows or even a lip kit
2. Diana Mini or Diana CMYK or another kind of camera for your favorite photographer friend
3. Melika leather skirt by Theory can show off their indie spirit
4. A great design or their favorite art form book

For more ideas and pictures check out the slide show at this site: giftideas for Fashionista's!

Have fun shopping for everyone on your lists this season and remember...

giving is better than receiving, Fashionista's!

XoXo FashionGirl

Monday: Accessory: Scarves

Hello Fashionista’s!! Another week is starting and this is my last week of classes for the fall semester. This week’s accessory is scarves! I personally love scarves. A scarf can turn any plain or basic outfit into a fabulous one! Scarves can be a great way to keep you warm or make a fashion statement. If you are looking for a way to improve your wardrobe this winter, add a couple scarves to it. Scarves are great inexpensive additions to any women’s, men’s or child’s winter wardrobe.

For a fabulous purple Pashmina scarf, check out this one from Target for $14.99!
For a smocked solid scarf in maroon, teal or green, check out WetSeal for this long fringe scarf for only $8.50!
If you have a little more money to spend, or need something to put on your Christmas Wish List, check out this Janie Besner Circle Print Gauze Scarf at Nordstrom for $38!

Fashionista’s, wrap up in a scarf this winter for a classy look!
XoXo FashionGirl

Friday: Health and Body: Cold Weather

Hello Fashionista's! Ok, I'm going to say it, I hate cold weather and for me anything below 55 is cold and I live in Illinois! I swear I was not meant to live here and I really belong in Southern California, Arizona, Hawaii, or living in the middle of a desert somewhere. Today this blog is about how to avoid the cold winter weather. Some are true others are just fun.

• Move south or to the southern hemisphere! :)
• Wear many layers -cami, tee, sweater, winter coat, maybe a hoodie also
• Wear a really warm wool coat, mitten-gloves, insulated boots and something to cover ears
• Wrap up in a blanket, or 2!
• Drink hot chocolate, tea, or apple cider. Hot chocolate is my favorite! :)
• Stay in by the fire and watch TV of movies.
• Hybernate! Don't go outside if it's below 50! Had to add it :)
• Find a portable heater you can carry around
• Take online classes or get an online job! Don't have to leave the house :)
• Order food to be delivered, instead of going out to eat

I think all of you get the idea. I don't like going outside in the cold and I have to be warm. Maybe we'll get lucky and have a short winter or an unseasonably warm winter. Wait it's not even officially winter yet and I want summer to happen tomorrow. Plus it's snowing already.

Stay classy and warm, Fashionista's!

XoXo FashionGirl

Thursday: Fashion Highlights: Unique Vintage

Hello Fashionista's! Guess what? I have found this totally amazing website called Unique Vintage that has amazing dresses. They have everything from flapper dresses to pinup dresses, vintage dresses, prom and even wedding dresses. They not only have dresses, but separates as well such as: tops, skirts, shawls, coats, sweaters, vintage swim wear, slips, shoes, costumes, umbrellas, gloves, hat, bags, sunglasses, jewelry, and so much more. Check out uniquevintage right now, so some unique finds, Fashionista's! Unique Vintage has one store location in Burbank, CA, but you can shop online from anywhere! The sizes run from XS to 2X. The prices are faily average for dresses and accessories, they even have a sale section where you can find some fabulous finds on a budget. Fashionista's, if you love unique vintage clothing you will love Unique Vintage, check it out right now. Even if you think vintage isn't for you, go and check out the flapper and pin-up styles, you might just find something you like. Also if you or someone you know is looking for a wedding dress, they may just find an amazing vintage one that they fall in love with.

Here's a red strapless cocktail dress for $88.

Some very cute pin-up inspired cherry peep toe pumps for $54.

Stay classy in vintage, Fashionista's!

XoXo FashionGirl

Wednesday: Fashion News: Victoria's Secret

Hello Fashionista's! Did you all see the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show last night? It was fabulous. It was hosted by Heidi Klum this year and The Black Eyed Peas were the musical guest and they had a contest to find a new Angel, which out of 10,00 girls, 1 got to walk in the final part of the fashion show last night. Check out vsallaccess for highlights from the fashion, Angel competition, meet the Angels and see news and events from last night. Now let's meet the Angels.

Heidi -was the host for the night, wore a fabulous outfit on the runway (less than 2 months after having her 4th child) and will always be known for wearing the $12,000,000 bra and $700,000 matching panties a few years ago. Quoted from her bio she said that was the most glamorous part of her job.

Marisa -was the lucky Angel wore the $3,000,000 Harlequin Fantasy bra with 150 carets, be in a scene on Gary Unmarried last week, and attend the opening a a new flagship store on Michigan Avenue in Chicago with the other Angels.

Miranda -she got to wear some fab outfit last night and is originally from Australia.

Adriana -is from Brazil and she actually failed her first casting audition to be an Angel.

Alessandra -is also from Brazil, wore fab heart-shaped Angel wings last night and attend a glam event in October in NYC to debut VS new perfume, Velvet.

Behati -is from Namibia, had amazing Angel wings during the Pink part of the show, and talks about her life on a video on her bio page.

Doutzen -is from the Netherlands, modeled The New Miraculous bra, and models the VSX Sport wear VS offers.

Stay classy, fabulous and sexy, Fashionista's!

XoXo FashionGirl

Tuesday: Trend of the Week: Winter Coats

Hello Fashionista's!!! It's the first day of December and that means this week trend is a nice and chic winter coat. Many of us Fashionista's don't have a lot of money for a nice designer coat at the designer price, but I have found some stores that have many coats for a lout less than the designer prices. I found my fabulous blue/black gingham coat at Burlington Coat Factory for $50, and I absolutely love it!

Wool coats at Burlington Coat Factory. Most between $50-$100.

Designers include Steve Madden, Anne Klein, Calvin Klein, Guess, JLO, ect.

Chic red wool coat at Macy's on sale for $74.99.

Inexpensive, yet classy wool coats at Target. Most between $30-$60!

Stay classy, chic and warm this winter, Fashionista's !

XoXo FashionGirl

Monday: Accessories: Mitten-Gloves!

Hello Fashionista's!! Wow, it's been a week since I've been here. Last week was Thanksgiving Break and I decided FashionGirl should take a break also, but I'm back and have a lot of fashionista's to update on what's been happening.

I'm going to start with today's accessory, Mitten-Gloves. I love these little two-in-one unique hand warmers. I have a leopard print pair that I've been wearing for a while now. Mitten-gloves are great to keep your hands warm when you pull the mitten part over your fingers, but if you need your fingers for driving, writing, eating, etc. you can take the mitten part off and still keep your hands warm! They are great for Fashionista's, Fashionisto's and kids! Here are some ideas:

Men's mitten-gloves from Sierra Trading Post for $13.56 in many colors!
Women's mitten-gloves from AmericanEagle for $15.50 in black, gray, white and red!

Stay classy and warm this week, Fashionista's!

XoXo FashionGirl

Thursday: Celebrity Highlights: Kelly Ripa

Hello Fashionista's!! Thursday has come around again and today it's all about Kelly Ripa. Kelly is so fashion forward and when I watch Regis&Kelly weekday mornings (when I have time) I always love what's she's wearing. Whatever she wears always looks so effortless and chic. Kelly Ripa was born in New Jersey and was considered awkward when she was in school, but that didn't stop her from having a very successful career. She got her first big break playing Hayley Santos on All My Children. While working on AMC, she met her husband Mark Consuelos. After Kelly left AMC, she got her next big role on Live with Regis & Kelly. On R&K she gets to show off her fashionista side everyday, with a fabulous new outfit. Besides these 2 big roles, she has also been on numerous other talks shows as a guest and has had numerous cameo appearances in movies and TV shows. For a couple seasons she co-stared in Hope and Faith, with Faith Fairfield. Besides a successful career, Kelly also has great family. She has 3 kids: Michael who is 12, Lola who is 8 and Juaquin who is 6. Kelly, Mark and the kids live in New York and love traveling across country every summer to Arizona. I love Kelly's effortless chic style, she can go from red carpet to the park with her kids and still look young and fabulous, even at 39!

Casual Day in NYC ~*~*~*~ Event with Mark ~*~*~*~*~Kelly and Juaquin

Stay classy and effortlessly chic, Fashionista's!

XoXo FashionGirl

Wednesday: Fashion News: Project Runway

Hello Fashionista's!! Today is Fashion News is all about Project Runway. My all-time favorite fashion show! Tomorrow is the 6th season finally and I really hope Carol Hannah wins. She has been my favorite from the beginning, along with Shirin (who got eliminated). The past 2 seasons I predicted the winner from the beginning Christin and Leanne, respectively.

I want all of you fabulous Fashionista's to tune into the Project Runway Finale tomorrow at 10/9pm central on Lifetime. If you happened to miss an episode all of the pervious episodes will be aired in a PR marathon before the finale. All of the full episodes are also on lifetime.com. Also after the Finale, the last episode of Models of the Runway will be on.

Click here to catch up on all ProjectRunway News!

Carol Hannah Whitfield, I want her to win! More about CarolHannah!

Fashionista's be sure to tune into Project Runway tomorrow!

XoXo FashionGirl

Tuesday: Trend of the Week: Rainboots

Hello Fashionista's!!! It's been raining here since Sunday and I think I might be needing a boat soon. Umbrellas and rainboots have been seen all over campus and I am not liking it. With the boots and umbrellas, comes lazyness, wanting to sleep, depressing people and gross-ness. This weeks trend will be rainboots, since it's suppose to rain all week. Rainboots can be found in any price point and Target has some fab ones. Check out these: Like these tall black rainboots that are $24.99 or these black/white houndstooth rainboots also for $24.99 or even these pretty blue with white hibiscus flowers rainboots.

Stay classy and dry this week, Fashionista's!!

XoXo FashionGirl

Monday: Accessories: Statement Rings

Hello Fashionista's!!!Wow It's been way too long since I've posted a blog. I'm so sorry. I was crazy busy last week and the FashionGirl blog kind of got neglected. This past Thursday and Friday I was on on Fashion Trip to Chicago. It was so much fun and I learned a lot! Thursday I got to visit and learn about Nordstrom at Woodfield and Niketown and Forever 21 on Michigan Ave. It was so much fun and interesting. Then on Friday I got to attend Fashion Group International's Career Day. There were many workshops, a guest designer, the creative advisor of Forever 21 and 2 amazing fashion shows!! :)

Well, now's the start of a brand new week. And what better than to the start the week off with a great start with Statement Rings!! Every Fashionista needs to own at least 1 fabulous statement ring. A statement ring goes with everything, tells something about your personality and it a great conversation piece! You can find a amazing statement ring at any piece point.

Check out this fabulous teal ring from Forever 21, only $5.80!!

Or this rhinestone shield ring, only $4.80!!!

Stay classy Fashionista's with a fab statement ring!!

XoXo FashionGirl

Monday: Accessories: Watch

Hello there, Fasahionista's!! It's the start of another week and after a fabulous weekend I am so excited to get this week started. Because later this week on Thursday and Friday I am going on a class trip to Fashion Group International's Career Day in Chicago!! I am so excited! :)

Today's accessory that I think all Fashionista's need is a watch. I am so tired, as well as most of you probably, of seeing people that always check the time on their phones. Or the people that have their phone constently in their hand. I mean put the phone away, it is not part of you. That is one of my pet peeves I guess, but I just can't stand when people let their life revolve around a little phone. By investing in a good quality watch for your career life or even even a fun fashion watch, you can put the phone away and look up at the world! Also when you are in the business world all day for your career, you can't have your phone connected to your hand. So start wearing a watch now to get to places on time (like class), as a fabulous accessory or even just to complete your sophisticated-chic look.

Here's a fabulous charm watch from Guess at Macy's for $95.

Or this oversize gold banded watch from Armani also at Macy's for &160.

Here's a heart charm watch from Xhilaration at Target for $12.99.

Or this gold cuff watch from GenevaPlatinum also at Target for $19.99.

Stay classy, Fashionista's and wear get a watch in complete your look!

XoXo FashionGirl

Saturday: Weekend Update: Sun!

Hello Fashionista's!!!

On this fabulous Saturday is Illinois it's suppose to be 75*! Yay, I am so excited, time for a fabulous outfit today! Usually Saturday is for inexpensive fashion finds in a Cheap Chic blog, but I had to talk about the ah-mazing weather this weekend. Today I am rocking an very elegant chic look with a black lace-y tank with short sleeve v-neck sparkly blue-green sweater dress with black leggings and tan shorts with black outlined flower designs! I feel fabulous today and I am so looking forward to showing off my amazing attitude today. My hair is looking great also. I am wearing it long with eyelash-skimming bangs. Tomorrow is suppose to be just as nice as today and I can't wait for another fab outfit! I will be back on Monday with some ah-mazing accessories to talk about! Stay tuned.

Stay classy, Fashionista's and if the weather's fab where you are, enjoy it!

XoXo FashionGirl

Friday: Health and Body: Scheduling

Hello Fashionista's!!! It's Friday again and that means its the start of the weekend. For most of you the weekend is spent hanging out with friensds, going out at night, relaxing, getting work done and so much more. But how does a busy Fashionista fit everything in to just 2 days? 48 hours isn't enough time to get everything done, see everyone you need to see and get 8 hours of sleep a night. So today's health and body blog is about sceduling your time! Once you reach your 20's, you might think you know how to manage your time, but you'd be surprised at how many of us don't use our time productively. Here are some tips to make the most out of your time.
1. On Sunday's make a list of everything you have to accomplish in the next week, include everything from grocery shopping to laundry to time with friends, studying, work, TV shows and everything else you have to do.
2. On your list make sure you include when each thing needs to be completed by.
3. Check off each item as you do it, so you will feel a sense of accomplishment.
4. Make sure you schedule time for yourself on your list. Even if its just an hour to watch your favorite show on Monday nights, Gossip Girl! :)
5. Log off of the computer and stop procrastinating, so you can get everything done and have time to get your 8 hours of required sleep a night.
6. Another thing is that most of us Fashionista's try to be perfectionists and spend so much time looking and trying to make everything perfect. Just because something is not or didn't go perfectly how you wanted it to, it doesn't mean it's necessarily bad.
7. Finally award yourself on Friday or Saturday, when you get everything accomplished. By awarding yourself, you are congradulating yourself for comleting everything you had to this week and make you feel more satisfied to accomplish everything next week.

Check out how to get organized and how to avoid procrastinating!

Stay classy and organize your time, Fashionista's!

XoXo FashionGirl

Wednesday: Fashion News: TV and Fashion

Hello Fashionista's!! This week in fashion news is all about how TV characters and how they have an impact on fashion and accessories. TV and the chararacters on the shows are having a greater influence on fashion today because the TV shows themselves are more fashion conscious. Last Cosabella, a lingerie brand, modeled some of their products around Carrie, Samantha, Charolette and Miranda on HBO's Sex and the City. This year designer Anna Sui designed a line for Target inspired by the CW's Gossip Girl. Which is my favorite show and current obsession, shhh! All shows on TV have an important impact on the fashion industry, how people dress and the inspiration that Fashionista's everywhere get to incorporate into their own styles. So Fashionista's the next time you sit down and watch your favorite show, you can now realize that it has an imporant impact on what you wear and how you shop. Are you fabulous and chic like the characters on Gossip Girl or sexy, confident and smart like the Sex and the City charaters?

Stay classy, Fashionista's and remember to watch your favorite TV shows!

XoXo FashionGirl

Tuesday: Trend: Tights

Hello Fashionista's!!! Today is trend of the week and for today's trend I have really gotten into tights lately. Which I'm sure many of you have too. Tights in all colors are fabulous. From the more basic colors like black, gray, navy, brown and cream to bright popping colors like blue, green, red, purple and pink. Pairing tights with long tunics, long sweaters, skirts, dresses or even shorts is a great way to transitions into fall and still keep a little summer flare to your look. I personally love tights with dresses, shorts and long sweaters/tunics. For a more professional look try black tights with a dress, belted waist and heels. For a fun party look try black tights with a fun satin red dress, black belt and sparkley heels or flats. For a more casual class or hanging out look try brown tights with an oversized cream or purple sweater with brown boots. Tights can make any outfit know matter where you are headed, just change the color, shoes, accessories or what you wear with your tights. Also you can find inexpensive tights for the Fashionista's out their on a budget! Check out these at Target: berrytights. Or these fun tights from JCPenney: argyletights. Or even these funky tights from DKNY at Nordstrom: colorblocktights.

Stay classy and sophisticated in your tights this fall and winter, Fashionista's!

XoXo FashionGirl

Monday: Accessory: Hair Bows

Hello Fashionista's!!! Welcome to the start of another week and a new month! For today's accessory I 've found that hair bows have been taking the runway in the Spring 2010 designer shows! This hot accessory has not been seen on the runways since the 80's; and since I was born in the middle 1988, it's really never been seen in top fashion in my lifetime!! But growing up I always remember wearing bows in my hair because I loved them.

Designers such as Diane Von Furstenberg, Jason Wu and Milly all have put a unique spin on the bows they used. Furstenberg used bows to pin hair back along the side. Wu used big bows that wrapped around the head like a present. Milly used the bows to tie around side ponytails.

There is also a wide variety of fabric choices that the bows were seen in : taffeta, chiffon, patent leather, and soon on. Also bows have been spotted in many colors, so pick some up in your favorite color!

The bows on the runways were big and bold, but if us Fashionista's want to bring this trend to our schools and towns, we should tone done the size. The runway is meant for the big boldness, but when you go to class, out with friends or even to work, you're not going to want a gigantic bow on your head! Instead opt for smaller styles and use 2 or 3. Maybe pin 1 on each side to hold back your hair. or pull your hair back a secure a bow around your hair tie.

Michael Boychuck, a celebrity stylist said, "The bows on the runway were mosylt oversized and eccentric, but for the every day [Fashionista], bows that are smaller and understated are more realistic".

Check out the looks on the runway: bows in Spring 2010 runway shows!

Stay classy, Fashionista's and try out those bows now to get ahead of the Spring trend!!

XoXo FashionGirl

Friday: Healthy and Body: Halloween

Hello Fashionista's!! Tomorrow is Halloween and that means candy, if you like candy that is. Or dressing up and pretending to be someone else, which a lot of people enjoy doing. But that is one thing that I don't understand; why do people like pretending to be someone else only one day of the year. I prefer pretending to be different people everyday through fashion and style choices. For example, why be a princess one day a year when I can be one everyday? So I have never really gotten into Halloween very much in the dressing up or the candy, since I'm not a big fan of candy.
So this Friday's blog I will cover some easy last-minute costume ideas, because I bet some of you haven't found or made a costume yet!

1. Wear black long sleeve shirt, black skirt with black tights, and black converse shoes. Then add black nails, white makeup and blood red lips. Perfect goth look and I bet you have everything for this look (or borrow from a friend).

2. Here's a costume idea for a group of 3 or 4 Smore's:
Person 1: Marshmallows =Wear a puffy white dress with white tights and white shoes
Person 2: Chocolate =Wear dark brown shirt and pants (or skirt with tights) and brown shoes and make a sigh that says "Hershey" for the front of your shirt
Person 3 and 4: Graham Crackers =Wear light brown or tan

3. Here's my favorite idea to be a Princess: There are many looks for this but I'll give you 2 ideas. One is to put on your prettiest pink dress with skin tone tights and silver (or gold) heels. Make sure you do your makeup and hair all glam too. And don't forget the tiara!! The second idea is you can just put one your favorite outfit, heels and tiara and you are princess!!

Want some more ideas check out: Halloween costume ideas!!

Remember Fashionista's, stay classy on Halloween!!

XoXo FashionGirl

Thursday: Celebrity Highlights: Mary-Kate and Ashley

Hello Fashionista's! Today is all about celebrities and the spotlight is on Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen. I grew up with MK&A watched all their movies and TV shows, read their books, everything. They were my idols and icons growing up and I still think they are fashion icons today and will go down in fashion history. They got their start in the TV industry practically from birth with the role of Michelle Tanner on Full House (a show I have seen way too many times). All the way up to today being the co-founders of the billion dollar Duelstar Entertainment.
In this blog is about their new fashion line called Olsenboye, that will be coming out in February 2010 to JCPenney locations throughout the country. Their line is aimed at Juniors and will feature jeans, bottoms, tops, dresses, skirts, shorts, jackets, shoes and handbags. All of these pieces can be mixed to create fabulous looks and everything in the line is going to be prices between $20 to $50. So these pieces can be bought by a Fashionista on any budget! Which is fabulous. I will definitely have to check Olsenboye out in February and so do all of you. All of these pieces will be available in sizes 0-15, so every size and shape girl can find something that fits them. Olsenboye's theme is inspired by a travel destinations and looks are modeled after different cities around the world. So this look is prefect for any Fashionista what sees herself as traveling the world!

For more information check out the MK&A article or WWD.com! And look for Olsenboye in a JCPenney's near you in February!!

Stay classy Fashionista's and check out MK&A!!

XoXo FashionGirl

Tuesday: Trend: Bold Red Lips

Hello Fashionista's! One thing that I think all Fashionista's must master is the bold red lips! This look can be brought from day time to night time with just a few changes. However many Fashionista's think they can't pull off the bold red lips and that is just because they don't know how to. I am going to give you 5 tips when rocking the red lips.
Tip 1: Don't over do the rest of your makeup. When wearing red lipstick, go for a more nuetral palette for the rest of your face and nails. Brush a light powder on and go for light eyes, add mascara and skip the eye liner. Also choose clear, light or black nail polish when wearing red lipstick.
Tip 2: Use lip liner when wearing red lipstick so the lipstick doesn't bleed (feather) around your mouth. This needs to happen with red lipstick, so by adding the liner you can prevent the bleeding.
Tip 3: Choose the right shade of red. Red comes in many shades and have undertones in them. Plum and brown are some common undertones. Red with plum unertones looks better on pink skin tones and red with warm brown undertones is better for more yellow skin by warming up the face.
Tip 4: Blending lipsticks is being seen more and more by makeup artists. Say you bought a shade of red that doesn't work with your skin tone, by blending it with another one of your lipsticks (brown or plum) can change the intensity and provide you with a whole new look without spending extra cash.
Tip 5: I have also heard, "What do I wear with bold red lips?" This is easy anything that makes your lips pop! That means a more nuetral, simple outfit to show off your face. A all black outfit with white accessories and red lips looks elegant and chic. However, black and white also looks classy. Just don't wear too much color (or too much pink/red ) when rocking the bold red lips.

Stay classy, Fashionista's and rock those bold red lips!

XoXo FashionGirl

Here's a video about how to get the perfect bold red lips:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UjjUayEa1zE

Monday: Accessories: Umbrellas

Hello Fashionista's!!

It seems like all it does any more is rain, rain, rain. I am so tired of rain, cold, wind, wetness, clouds, etc. My umbrella has been my best friend lately and it still doesn't keep me dry. The wind blows that rain sideways. I need an umbrella bubble to stay dry. Has this happened to all of you too, Fashionista's? You just finished getting dressed in the perfect outfit, your hairs all pretty and your makeup looks hot; you step outside and all of that changes in one minute. It's awful! So all of this means that every Fashionista needs a good umbrella, cute rainboots, and a waterproof jacket. And maybe a boat if it keeps raining!

Check out this clear bubble umbrella at Target: $16.99 (bubble)

Check out these fabulous plain rain boots at Target: $24.99 (rain)

Check out this fashion polka dot umbrella at Kohl's: $15.40 (polkadot)

Check out these fabulous rain boots found on Zappos.com: $45.95 (zappos)

Stay classy and dry, Fashionista's!

XoXo FashionGirl

Thursday: Celebrity Highlights: Heidi Klum

Hello Fabulous Fashionista's!! Today is Thursday and that means Project Runway comes on tonight on Lifetime!! So today is celebrity highlight will be Heidi Klum. She has had a very successful career and life. She was born and raised in Germany. She has along list of career accomplishments: model, actress, TV host, business woman, fashion designer, TV producer, artisit and singer. She has been married twice and her current husband as of 2005 is singer, Seal.

She began her modeling career when a friend told her to try out for a modeling contest in Germany and she ended up winning, obviously, out of 25,000 contestents. She was 19 years old. As the winner she was offered a modeling contract from Thomas Zeumer the CEO of Metropolitan Models New York for $300,000. And she accepted after she graduated from school. She then went on to have a very succuessful modeling and acting career with various contracts and appearances, her most notable was when she was signed by Victoria's Secret. As of 2009 Forbes listed her as having an income of $16 million. She is currently signed to IMG Models in NYC.
Now onto Project Runway, her current success, which began in 2004. She is the executive producer, judge and host of the show. Project Runway is currently in it's 6th season and fist season on Lifetime; it was on Bravo for it's first five seasons.
Designing clothing and perfume is the last area of Heidi's career life I will talk about. She has designed a clothing line for men (featured in the German cataglog Otto), a line of shoes for Birkenstock, jewelry for Mouawad, a women's line for Jordache, swimsuits (featured in the 2002 Sports illustrated Swim Suit Issue), she was one of the designers for VS lingerie line 'The Body', and she has 2 fragrances with VS named 'Heidi Klum' and 'Me'. She also designed a makeup line for VS called 'The Heidi Klum Collection' which came out in Fall 2007 and re-released in Fall 2008. Finally in 2008 at the US Open Heidi designed a screen print tee which sold there and all the proceeds went to a non-profit to maintain the park where the US Open was held.

Chech out more about Heidi below!!

http://www.mylifetime.com/on-tv/shows/project-runway/project-runway-judges/heidi-klum/profile

Remember to watch Project Runway tonight at 9pm central on Lifetime!

Meet the Models (hosted also by Heidi) is on after to see their perspective.

Stay classy, Fashionista's!

XoXo FashionGirl