Thursday: Highights: Megan Park!

Hey Fashionista's! Today's highlights focuses on a actress this week, Megan Park. You might know her from playing Grace Bowman on the hit ABC Familiy show "The Secret Life of the American Teenager". Megan Park started her acting career at age 6 starrig in small roles. Her first major movie roles were "Angela's Eyes" a Lifetime movie and "Charlie Bartlett" an indie movie that came out in 2007. "Secret Life" is her current project and the one sh is most known for. Megan has also had a guest role of "life with Derek" on the Disney Channel. Starting in 2004 with her first movie, she has appeared in 4 more. And starting in 2002 with her first TV show (Ace Lightning), she has appeared in 9 more. Recently Megan is part of the band "Frank and Derol" with Brandi Cyrus and Codi Caraco. To see Megan Park tune into "The Secret Life of the American Teenager" on ABC Family at 8/7pm central!

XoXo FashionGirl

Wednesday: Fashion News: Vivienne Tam!

Hey Fashionista's! Today's Fashion News is all about Vivienne Tam. Vivienne Tam was born in China and at age 3 moved to Hong Kong. She attended university in Hong Kong and moved to New York after graduation. In 1994 Vivienne Tam launched her first collection on a New York runway with her Easter world meets Western world style. In 1995 she launched another collection to the world in her signature style. Then in 1997 she launched a new "Buddha" collection and everybody loved the unique designs. Some of her pieces were featured at The Museum at the Fashion Institute and Technology, the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. Her designs appeal to everyone from high-society to urban to teens. Vivienne is all about incorporating new ideas into her fashion and for NYC's Spring fashion week back in September 2009 all of the models in her runway show carried a mini laptop (like a clutch) that she designed down the runway. She partnered with HP to make this happen.

Find out more about Vivienne Tam at: http://www.viviennetam.com/
Check out a portion of the runway show here: http://h30418.www3.hp.com/?rf=sitemap&fr_story=07c544f7ee3142c6a2e577499ff1021917f604fa&jumpid=reg_R1002_USEN
blending Fashion and technology with a mini laptop clutch: http://72.167.143.71/HPFW09HK.htm

Check out the hot new designer, Vivienne Tam!
XoXo FashionGirl

Tuesday: Trend: Prints!

Hey there, Fashionista's! This Spring and Summer get ready to shine in many different prints. From tribal prints to plaids, strips, dots, and even little bows and rosettes prints are everywhere. And you don't just have to choose one, but mix a couple together for a vintage-y, boho vibe. A plaid top with skinny jeans would be perfect with a cute headband with rosettes on it. Or a tribal print scarf. Get creative Fashionista's and start your own trends with mix-n-match spring!
In fashion anything goes. Be as avante garde as you like!
XoXo FashionGirl

Monday: Accessory: Subtle-y bold colors!

Hey Fashionista's! Today's accessory blog is all about Spring/Summer colors. These will be hot colors in apparel, accessories, nails, makeup, and everything in between.
There are five color palettes from Pantone that will be seen for the upcoming season.

1. Archaic Garden -this palette is about subtler and more antique-like colors. More getting in tough with the Earth with these calming earth tones.

2. Underwater Variation -this palette is about aquatic depths and calming feelings with the dark greens, blues and purples. With some sand color thrown in to complete the aquatic palette.

3. Tropical Dramaturgy -this palette is all about being in a tropical paradise surrounded by beautiful flowers. With the golds, oranges, browns, purples, reds, and greens you will feel warm and spicy throughout the season.

4. Enchanted Picnic -this palette reminds me of a pretty garden party. With the pinks, purples, greens, browns, gray and white it just looks so happy and pretty for Spring/Summer. I can't wait until it warms up to enjoy the pretty colors.

5. Shadowy Shores -this palette is darker and drearier than other ones. I'm not so sure if I'm liking it for Spring/Summer, it reminds me of winter. With the dark blues, greens, browns, rust and white it just looks kind of depressing for bright, cheerful weather that's to come.

To check out the colors follow this link:
http://www.fashiontrendsetter.com/content/fashion_events/le_cuir_a_paris/le-cuir-a-paris-ss11-trends-colors.html


Look ahead to Spring, with these bold colors, Fashionista's!!
XoXo FashionGirl

Friday: Health: Eating out this weekend!

Hey there! Today's health blog will be about healthy tips for eating out. We all love going out to our favorite restaurants, but why should we eat the worst things one the menu! Soups and salads are some of the worst options you can make when eating out with all the sodium, fat and calories in the bowls. Today's healthy tips cover Japanse, Chinese, Italian, Mexican and diner food. And the healthy options you can choose from while eating out.

Japanese > try an avocado roll, brown rice and edamame beans for a low-fat, high-protein meal
Chinese > try chicken with steamed brown rice and broccoli for a low-fat, low-calorie meal
Italian > try a thin crust tomato, basil, motzerella pizza with a small side salad
Mexican > try a black bean wrap with salsa on a whole wheat tortilla, but skip the cheese and sour cream for a filling protein and carb meal
Diner > try a turkey club with lettuce and tomato with mustard, skip the mayo and bacon

Some other tips for eating out healthy try...
customzing your order > like asking for a small side salad or fruit instead of fries
Mix it up > instead of ordering a big entree, try ordering a small side salad and a healthy appitizer or order a entree and split it with a friend
Slow down > take your time and enjoy your meal, it takes 20 minutes after you start eating for your brain to know that you're full
Be an individual > don't order what your friends are, choose the food your want

Go out and enjoy a healthy meal this weekend, Fashionista's!
XoXo FashionGirl

Thursday: Highlights: Tyra!

Hey there, Fashionista's! Today's highlight is Tyra Banks. We all know her from her modeling days, America's Next Top Model, The Tyra Show, producing The Clique Movie, and so much more. Tyra has created her own production company, Bankable Productions and is a big name in the world today. It's her mission to change the fashion industrys' standard of beauty and the the way people, ecspecially girls feel about themselves. Tyra wants girls and women to stop comparing themselves to the unrealistic images they see in magazines and on TV and to start to love their bodies for what they is a healthy way. Of course this is all great to do and everything, but let's look at reality. People have been comparing themselves to models, celebrities, and each other for hundreds of years; so how is one person going to change the way everything is? Their not, people are only going to start loving their bodies if they want to and not until they feel comfortable in their bodies to begin with. I mean how often do you hear "I can't wear that, it will make me look fat" or "I hate trying on ______" or "That girl looks so much better than me". We will always hear phases like these and others, and have pretty much gotten use to them. And now they really are just common phases. So they next time you think "oh, I feel fat in this" or "I don't look perfect", just remember that nobody's perfect and everyone has something they would like to change. But remember it's all of our differences that make us unique and that what makes us special!

XoXo FashionGirl

Wednesday: Fashion News: NY Fashion Week!

Fashionista's, it's that time of year again when all the fabulous designers are at Bryant Park for NY Fashion Week for all the fabulous trends and styles for Fall. Can you believe that this is the last year that Fashion Week is going to be in Bryant Park? I couldn't believe it. They are moving to Lincoln Center in September for spring's Fashion Week. NY Fashion Week stated on February 11 and goes on until tomorrow the 18th.
On top of the NY Fashion Week, the fashion industry lost a well-known designer Alaxander McQueen last friday.

For all the lastest Fashion Week news and Alexander McQueen's death check out Women's Wear Daily at www.wwd.com.

Stay in the fashion loop, Fashionista's!
XoXo FashionGirl

Tuesday: Trend: Chic for Class!

Hey there! This week's trend is chic for class. Every Fashionista wants to look stylish for class, but without looking like you're trying too hard. You can achieve a "chic for class" look with a few basic pieces that will be so comfortable that you'll never wear sweats outside ever again! Personally I can't stand seeing people wearing sweats to class, grocery shopping or anywhere that is not at home.

One look you can go for is a dress over skinny jeans, leggings or tights. Any dress tank, short-sleeve or log-sleeve can be dressed down for class or day-time. A print or colorful dress is perfect with skinny jeans or a solid or neutral dress would bring attention to fun, printed leggings or tights. Don’t forget the accessories!

Another look you can try is skinny or wide leg jeans (depending on your body type) paired with a cute tee and jacket or blazer. This look will dress up any boring tee with the fitted jacket (black looks extra chic) and skinny or wide leg jeans will still keep you casual enough for a day of classes. Don’t forget the accessories!

A third look will go for a more layer-y feeling with many cozy layers to keep you warm on those cold days. Start with a basic camisole in any color then add a cute v-neck sweater over it and finish off the top with a cute vest. Let’s say a pink camisole, white sweater with a black vest, for example. This is easy, comfy and chic for class. Now on the bottom you can try jeans in a dark wash (skinny, boot-cut or wide-leg), it’s up to you. Add a belt around your waist, some cute boots and a slouchy-knit hat and this is your perfect chic for class look!

Make sure you look chic for class, Fashionista’s!
XoXo FashionGirl

Monday: Accessory: Clutches!

Hey Fashionista's! You know when you're going to run out somewhere and don't want to take your huge bag with you, why not use a clutch instead! A clutch can be perfect for running to the store, class or even a night out; going places where you don't need to take all of you "personal things" with you. I know my bag gets heavy, crowded and i can never find what I'm looking for. I know this has happened to all of us, but why not put out important "things" in the clutch and place it in the bigger bag. That way when you want to take the clutch it's read to go! Here's an adorable Betsey Johnson clutch from Macy's for $82.99! And a chic Apt. 9 day-to-night clutch from Kohl's for only $20!

Complete your on-the-go style with a cute clutch, Fashionista's!

Friday: Health: Olive Oil!

Hey Fashionista's! Today's health blog is about olive oil this week. Now you might be thinking what's healthy about olive oil and I'm here to tell you that everyone should include olive oil in there diets. From pouring a little over pasta and salads, instead of creamy sauces and dressings can cut many calories and fat out of your diet and can be an easy way to lose that 5 pounds that everyone wants to lose for Spring Break! Using olive oil is a healthy way to add flavor and nutrients to your body. Olive oil helps to make hair shinier too, so there's an added bonus. However, don't use too much olive oil. 1 or 2 tablespoons is recommended, but if you go overboard like any other food it can be bad for you. Go out and enjoy some veggie pasta and olive oil this weekend. Hey, it's an easy meal for a busy Fashionista!

Add a little olive oil to your pasta or salad this weekend, Fashionista's!
XoXo FashionGirl

Thursday: Highights: Project Runway!

Hey there, Tonights the night Fashionista's everywhere love ...Project Runway is on at 10/9pm central!!! Followed by Models of the Runway. Personally Thursday nights are my favorite night of the week right up there with Mondays when Gossip Girl is on. (Why the 3-month break??) Also Survivor fans Heroes vs. Villains premieres tonight at 7 central with a 2-hour episode. Well, I thought I'd use highlights to update everyone on TV this week. I wanted to keep it short and sweet, plus I combined fashion news and celebrity highlights yesterday.

Check out the unique designer on Project Runway tonight, Fashionista's!
XoXo FashionGirl

Wednesday: Fashion News: The Row!

Fashionista's, today in fashion news is The Row, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen's new line for WalMart. The line is elegant, sophisticated, versatile and understated, just like the girls and it is perfect for a classic look with lot's and lot's of bold accessories! Tons of accessories complete MK&A's signature looks. MK&A also previously launched a line for JCPenney called olsenboye. The Row is a European-inspired line for tweens to young woman who want a little Euro-touch into their looks. Their names don't appear anywhere on the clothing because they felt that true fashionista's wouldn't want to buy pieces from a "young adult brand".

Check out The Row and olsenboye at a Walmart and JCPenney's near you!

Find a elegantly sophisticated look in MK&A's fashion lines!
XoXo FashionGirl

Tuesday: Trend: Fun Leggings!

Hey there! Another snowy blizzard in Illinois! Oh, how I wish I could live in 75-85 degrees year round! Today's trend I have seen around lately, especially around campus is creative legging choices. Of course black leggings can get boring after awhile, so what better way to liven them up than with patterns, colors, stripes, prints, cut-outs, zippers, etc. I found an amazing pair of leggings at JCPenney from I Heart Ronson that I love. They are multicolored stripes with zippers at the bottom. I paired them with a solid black dress and boots for a casual class chic look, but you could dress them up as well. I know what you're thinking "multicolored strips won't work for me". Well it's true not everyone can pull them off, but if you have skinny legs (like me) where you can never find any jeans (skinny included) to fit then leggings are a perfect substitute for jeans. Especially jeggins, jean-like leggings! Leggings also come in prints, patterns, and a variety of colorsto spice up your wardrobe. Just don't go overboard! Also try pairing a plaid or striped pair of leggings with a cut-out or lace-y pair for a unique look, just go simpler on the top and accessories.

Have fun with leggings, Fashionista's!

XoXo FashionGirl

Monday: Accessory: a Good Book!

Hey there, Fashionista's! It's another cold and snowy week, blah! But this week's accessory is going to be a good book. I know what you're thinking I don't have time to read, but you'd be surprised. Ever waiting for a meeting, bus, train, person, etc and find yourself just "playing" with your phone. Instead of that, go the the library and bookstore and find an interesting book or series and bring a book in your bag for those "unexpected delays". I love the Gossip Girl series, It Girl, Clique, A-List and most recently the Private/Privilege series by Kate Brian. Yes, all of these are drama-filled books, but I love reading about drama (and creating)! And hey, if you go to the library you can get books and movies for the weekend for free, you just have to remember to return them! So go check out your local library or bookstore this weekend, fashionista's! And what better way to get fashion inspiration.

Grab a good book, Fashionista's!

XoXo FashionGirl

Friday: Weekend Tips: Unwind!

Hey there! So I decided to skip Fashion News and Celeb Highlights this week, but instead I going to give you some things to try to do this weekend to feel relaxed.

• Go outside and get some fresh air and sunlight even if it's cold, just bundle up
• Mediate or practice your deep breathing
• Watch a little TV, a movie or listening to calming music
• Go to the gym or take a walk in the city or in the mall
• Get a fruit smoothie and some yummy fruit, to make you feel like your somewhere tropical
• Call or visit a friend you haven't talked to in a while
• Look at old pictures and try to remember what you were doing in them
• Go shopping, what Fashionista doesn't liket this idea!
• Go to the library and look for a good book, reading helps with stress
• Turn off the TV/computer and do something without technology like a board game
• Turn on some music and dance around your house
• Start a new hobby

For more ideas check out: www.thedailymind.com/stress/100-ways-to-relax-unwind-and-loosen-up/

Have a great, relaxing weekend, Fashionista's!

XoXo FashionGirl

Tuesday: Trend: Sweater Dresses!

Hey there, Fashionista's! Sorry about the delay, I have been busy this week. But one trend that I personally love and have seen out there a lot is Sweater Dresses! I am actually wearing a black flutter-like sleeve v-neck knit swearer dress with black leggings and cute tan knit boots right now. It's so chic and comfy for a snowy, winter day. There are some cute sweater dresses at www.jcpenney.com and www.macys.com. Sweater dresses with leggings, tights or skinny jeans are perfect for those cold winter and for those warmer spring days well. They are the perfect transition pieces every Fashionista should have in her wardrobe.

Warm up in a sweater dress this weekend!

XoXo FashionGirl