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