gorgeous...

While browsing through the D&G Spring 2012 collection this look caught my attention. I have to say...I'm feeling it! The entire look to me is soo chic & just screams fashionista! It makes me think of being at a fabulous resort & sipping tropical drinks near the pool...lol! LOVE it. :)

I love Leopard!!! Hear me "RawR" :)

Leopard print. My #1 guiltiest fashion obsession. I feel people either LOVE IT or HATE IT! In all honesty..I love it (when used correctly, I'm not talking 'head to toe leopard messiness' for example: Jerseylicious hahaha) Leopard print can actually be extremely tasteful, classy, & sexy all at the same time when done correctly. & I truly believe that it has been & is going to always be a timeless trend. Below, I put together a few looks that I think really show that leopard print can be fabulous!!! Rawrrrr. ;)


Look #1:

Skinny Denim at Revolve Clothing
Platforms by Christian Louboutin

Look #2:

Mid-length Skirts by Blumarine
Platforms by Giuseppe Zanotti

Look #3:

Boots by Sam Edelman
Totes by Chloé

What are your feelings towards leopard print? Are you a  Lover  or a Hater? <3

Contouring

Contouring your face with makeup has been around for a long time but I feel it's really became much more popular recently! Celebs such as the Kardashians, Lala, Eva Longoria, Mila Kunis, & Cassie (+more) have all taken on this technique. A great contoured cheek just really sculpts the face & LITERALLY can be an instant face lift!

You’ll need:
*A vivid blush color (don’t be scared—orange, bright pink, reds, corals, and reds look great in the summer especially on bronzed skin)
*A contour (can be a blush, bronzer, foundation, concealer, powder 2-3 shades darker than your skintone)
*A highlight (can be blush, bronzer, foundation, concealer, luminizer, but should be lighter than your skin)
*A blush brush and powder brush (good to have two or three so you don’t “muddy” the blush, contour, and highlight colors by mixing the shades together on accident)

More NARS...

Apply your blush to the apples of the cheeks, dust the contour in the hollows, & sweep the highlight shade on the tops of the cheekbones. Lightly blend where the colors meet & voila! You’re done.

Are you a fan of this contour/highlighting technique?

Cassie Ventura

In honor of Cassie Ventura's new cover for Status Magazine, I decided to post an assortment of some of her hot looks (some recent, some not so recent). Nonetheless, Cassie is truly one of my style inspirations. Not only is she absolutely beautiful...her style is hip, edgy, & totally unique! Cassie isn't known for playing it safe. She's the type of girl to be able to rock a pair of Jordan's & skinny jeans..& the next day a dope dress & skyscraper heels! No question about it, this girls got SWAG. What do you guys think of her looks?

More photos after the jump!!

Dress Up in a T-Shirt?!...Style Inspiration!

   My latest obsession is T-Shirts. Sounds strange, I know. But lately I've really been rocking them while going out at night in various night scene environments. There's something so sexy about just being casual & acting like "you don't care" what you're wearing (lol which I rarely EVER truly feel on the inside...haha).  Don't get me wrong I love getting dolled up & wearing skirts & fabulous dresses but some nights I just don't feel like putting in the effort!

   What I have been doing lately on nights I feel like this is pairing a cute tee with shorts or jeans & dressing up the look with heels/booties & a cute clutch (if you want it to be a little bit dressier pair it up with a vest or blazer)! Throw on some cute jewelry & the result is a casual but sexy look..not to mention COMFY.  & I truly believe that when you're comfortable in what you are wearing & in your skin...you exude confidence. & everyone knows confidence = sexy!!!  I wanted to do this post as a "style inspiration" for all of you. Take a look at the examples below & let me know what you think? :)

Celebrities Rocking This Look:

My Created Look:

Shorts by Current/Elliott
Platforms by Joe's Jeans

What do you guys think? Do you/would you rock this look?! I personally LOVE this trend!

♥ Natalie

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White Hot Looks

One thing that will never go out of style is an all white look for summer.  & don't worry you won't need an invitation to Diddy's All White party to rock this look.  This look can be worn day to night, casual to dressy. Wearing all white brings class & sophistication to any ensemble. White is also the perfect alternative when it comes of creating a minimal and perfectly polished apparel.This minimalist look conveys just the opposite by making you stand out from the crowd. 


How to Wear White

• Stark whites look best against bronzed or glowing skin.  So make sure you have somewhat of a summer glow going on.
• If head-to-toe white make you look too washed out then team white with a classic color such as navy for a classy look.  White will always look chic against a dark color but also looks expensive set against neutral tones of camel & gray.
• Alternatively, add a pop of bold color with an accessory such as a scarf or shoes, if you feel single white color block is a step too far.
• Remember, what you don't see is just as important as what you do. Nude color underwear is the best under white.
• White can be tricky to carry off if the fit is TOO TIGHT because it will show off ever flaw on any body type.  Keep the fit flowing & loose rather than too clingy & tight.

**The white summer blazer is a summer wardrobe must-have.**



Here are some other fabulous looks to get some White Hot inspiration from (after the jump) :

Summer Date Day/Night Look

Trying to figure out to wear can be a girl's worst nightmare.  & what about trying to figure out what to wear on a date? You don't want to be too over the top dressy but still not look like a complete bum! Here's a casual head to toe look you can rock while going out with your boo on a warm summer night!


Stretch Denim by Hudson
Platforms by Dolce Vita

Keep your hair out of your face by styling it into a simple sleek ponytail like the one below:

As far as makeup goes, majority of guys definitely like the less is more look.  So for your guy, play down the makeup by not using any highly pigmented bright colors. Go for a more natural look (with out having to be bare faced) by using nude to peachy blushes, along with nude to light pink lipsticks and/or glosses, & add just a touch of gold shadow to your eyes along with liner & mascara:





Comment below & let me know what you guys think! ♥ Natalie





Stay Cool Summer Looks

Apparently, this summer is the hottest summer ever recorded in history!  So when it comes to fashion choices, comfort is key...& pants are a "NO!". Here are some options to stay cool & comfy in this mad summer heat but still look fly.

*MAXIS & DAY DRESSES*