the IT list... June 15, 2012!

Happy Weekend!  Take some time to check out these awesome links!

• Sweetie Pie Style shows us that black and blue really do go together! Such a cute look for date night! (find Sweetie Pie Style on Twitter!)
• A Fashion Fixation looks positively radiant in her day-glow hues! Head over to find out her tip for seamlessly adding this look into your wardrobe! (find A Fashion Fixation on Twitter!)
• Urban Frill has found a summer layering piece to replace the jean jacket! Pop over to see what warm weather essential she is sporting!
• Sandy a la Mode looks adorable in her floppy summer hat! It is the perfect accessory to elevate any look! (find Sandy a la Mode on Twitter!)
• The Fashionable ESQ is breaking the bank with her current wish list! It's good for a girl to dream every once in a while, right?! (find The Fashionable ESQ on Twitter!)
• Seize the Styles is making a statement in her fun pencil skirt! Check out her tips for styling this bold choice! (find Seize the Styles on Twitter!)
• Northern Style Exposure plays with brights in her whimsical sequin top! Paired with neutral accessories, it makes for an exciting every day look! (find Northern Style Exposure on Twitter!)
• Miss Top Ten Image is channeling her favorite 50s movie stars and showing us her throwback style! So cute! (find Miss Top Ten Image on Twitter!)
• Here & Now has a new favorite activity - cruising on her cute bike! Her outfit even matches it! So fun! (find Here & Now on Twitter!)
• Diva in Me is sharing a little bit of her daily work life with us. Pop over to see her new clothing shop! Swoon! (find Diva in Me on Twitter!)
• Olive and an Arrow is rockin' the Texas Tuxedo! Paired with a bit of leopard and you have a sassy outfit ready for just about anything! (find Olive and an Arrow on Twitter!)
• Melificent is keeping her mood in check by wearing bright stripes! Don't forget to check out her shoes - they are killer! (find Melificent on Twitter!
• Sigh...Gush...Gasp dresses up her jeans and blazer with a few colorful accessories! It's all in the details! (find Sigh...Gush...Gasp on Twitter!)
• Second Street East shares her favorite vacay outfit with us! Cute, comfortable and easy going is the name of the game! (find Second Street East on Twitter!)

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Selena Gomez Look for Less <$90

Love this dressy look from Selena Gomez, perfect for a summer wedding or formal event. While Selena's dress is Versace with the studded detailing at the waist, you too can have the same effect by adding a studded belt! Of course to top the whole outfit off, you have to have the perfect polish and Selena is rocking something similar to Essie "Watermelon"

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Belt
Polish

Taylor Swift Look for Less < $115

I love polka dot jeans this season... they are so fun and unexpected!  Here Taylor gave her polka dot jeans a fun retro feel to them with loafers, wayfarer sunglasses and a bold red lip!  What a fun look!

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lipstick
jeans
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shoes

Eva Mendes Look for Less <$80

As if I wasn't jealous enough of Eva Mendes for dating Ryan Gosling, I am totally jealous of this perfectly stripey outfit! Absolute perfection for summertime and my striped dress find is only $14 at Old Navy right now!

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Olivia Palermo Look For Less < $95

Let's just continue the Olivia love fest shall we? Loving the color palette and the flirty style of the skirt in this outfit!

Source: inthecitywithcrystalin.tumblr.com via Jackie on Pinterest

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cardigan, necklace, tank, skirt, sunglasses, shoes

Friday's Film: Double Stack

*Just a note that we will be taking a vacation for a couple of weeks so we will not have any new posts during that time.  We will be posting after that though so keep checking in!*  :)

We've called this style the Double Stack and I actually saw something similar to this on one of the awards shows on television but I have searched everywhere and I can't find the original source.  It's a very easy style but you will need to have two bun molds or rolled socks to accomplish this style.

I told you it was easy!

Here's a picture of the finished product.

You can see that it is taller than a regular bun but has a really elegant look to it. 

We used wet hair when creating this style and didn't have any problem with it holding tightly. 

Remember to really take the time to make sure the hair is spread out evenly over those bun molds so that your finished bun looks really clean. 

Happy Summer and we will see you after vacation!

the IT list... June 8, 2012!

Happy Friday ladies... check out these uber fashionable links!

• Sweetie Pie Style found her ultimate summer shorts! They are comfy, cute and go with everything! What more could a girl ask for?? (find Sweetie Pie Style on Twitter!)
• Fabulously Average braves the latest trend - cropped tops! Head over to see how fabulous she looks!  (find Fabulously Average on Twitter!)
• Wardrobes I Met and Liked is showing us her summer blues! She pairs masculine and feminine pieces for an unexpected twist! Cute!
• A Fashion Fixation shows us an adorable casual chic look that is perfect for the weekend! Be sure to check out her tip for an easy summer look! (find A Fashion Fixation on Twitter!)
• Urban Frill is loving colorful cardigans for the transitioning weather! And this yellow one is such a fun way to add a pop of color to any outfit!
• Sandy a la Mode tested out a pair of slimming polka dots pants! They work and she looks adorable - I'd say that's a win-win! (find Sandy a la Mode on Twitter!)
• The Fashionable ESQ found an adorable striped peplum top at a cute new-to-her online boutique! Pop over to find out where its from! (find The Fashionable ESQ on Twitter!)
• Seize the Styles is looking on the bright side with the amazing deal she found on her colorful dress! Head over to see the fun accessories she pairs it with! (find Seize the Styles on Twitter!)
• Northern Style goes for a classic look but punches it up accessories! Don't forget to check out her orange shoes!! (find Northern Style on Twitter!)
• Miss Top Ten Image shows us how to incorporate a kimono into our daily wardrobe. It is the perfect item to dress up jeans! (find Miss Top Ten Image on Twitter!)
• Here & Now is making her wardrobe do double duty by turning a skirt into a dress! Throw a blazer on top and you have a chic, comfortable look!  (find Here & Now on Twitter!)
• Diva in Me is staying cool in the warmer temps with pretty pastels! Pop over to admire her flirty dress and the fun accessories she pairs it with! (find Diva in Me on Twitter!)
• Olive and an Arrow is officially obsessed with blazers! The neutral one she is rocking looks great paired with a girly dress! (find Olive and an Arrow on Twitter!)
• Second Street East takes inspiration from her summer outfit to create a girly sitting room fit for any fashionista! Cute! (find Second Street East on Twitter!)

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