THE HUNT

How many time have you been at a party or saw someone on the street and fell in love with what they were wearing?  For me, this is almost a daily occurrence! Shoes, jacket, jewelry; the list is endless.

A great deal of times I'll run up to this person and 1st offer the compliment then the question, WHERE DID YOU GET THAT?  Sometimes, the situation just doesn't present itself, like my brother's birthday party, when this young lady was online getting food and I was in the midst of conversation with my father.  The idea of giving him the "Hold that thought, while I tackled this chick and asked here where she got her fabulous boots, all while she was just trying to obtain her light fare was so appealing; but I resisted.

Since that night, I just couldn't get her boots off my mind, so I "Googled" them with a rough a brief description and BOOM-The Hunt came up.

For now on whenever there is something new and interesting I simply must put my hands on, no more chasing folks down in public. I have a more civilized approach.

Oh wait! Now, there's an App for that!

https://www.thehunt.com/

 Cupcake sweatshirt...just some incentive.

Threads For Teens

I've recently heard how "young people" do not value clothing as much as older generations.   While so much of our life and lifestyles revolve around a variety of things, your loveable blogger has such an appreciation of fashion that I will never believe people don't love threads as much as I do.

Who shares my thoughts?  THREADS FOR TEENS
http://www.threadsforteens.org/

This is an excellent charity focused website, giving head-to-toe outfits to deserving youth e.g. girls in foster care, extreme situations and poverty.

Allyson Ahlstrom, Founder of Threads for Teens and her mom understand the importance of a great outfit, in a young woman's life.  Servicing girls ages 13 to 17 since 2010, this idea will continue to grow, inspire and create change for girls allover our country and one day who knows; allover the WORLD.

This foundation takes donations in the form of monetary, clothing and time.  Currently, they are on tour of our entire nation, which is perfect for summer rev-up towards back to school.

CHECK IT OUT & show your support for this fabulous organization.

Help teach the youth to LOVE FASHION as much as we do.  ;-)

http://www.threadsforteens.org/

Rita Ora-FASHIONISTA

            I have seen this girl allover the place, she  
                         IS Fashion-Art-Music- BAG!!

                           This little lady does it all!  

She has this amazing personality; funny, vivacious, amazing voice and great style.

RITA ORA

at the MET Gala

  She can inspire you to step out of the norm, push the envelope of SEXY and have fun doing it!

           This British born artist currently has a new video  
                       "I Will Never Let You Down".

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50GQjUZ4P3M

  Now,I'm learning that she is also going to be in the movie                                 "Fifty Shades of Grey".

http://www.fashionnstyle.com/articles/19025/20140428/fifty-shades-of-grey-trailer-release-date-soon-rita-ora-hints-mia-grey-movie-spoilers-gorgeous-ana-steele-filming-extremely-fun.htm

Make sure to keep an eye on this one!  I'm sure there is more to come!

TATTOO FASHION LIPS

LIKE COLOR?

HOW ABOUT COLORED-PRINTED-LIPS!!

As a lover of fashion, how can you NOT?

I must say, while this is a bit of a stretch of me-

I MUST-MUST-MUST TRY!!  

So must YOU!

A great way to have a temporary tattoo and fabulous 
(yet VIOLENT) lips!!

This is the latest greatest in fashion and while I don't think it's the most "corporate" concept-it's HOT for the club.

Check out Violet Lips Tattoo website and get something that coordinates with you club outfit, that sexy date dress or something to POP your basic black!

http://www.violentlips.com/

 I'll keep you informed of my progress if you promise to do the same.

Let me know how it goes.


GOOD LUCK & HAPPY LIPS!! xoxoxo

THE SWANKY ABODE

Presenting a Lifestyle

I’ve been spending a great deal of time in Columbus, Ohio with my sisters; you know, the holidays and all.   I don’t know a great deal about Columbus, but I’m learning it  has a great deal to discover.  It’s been fun,  learning all about the restaurants, the mall, watering holes and this fabulous spot called The Swanky Abode.

My sister is a new homeowner who is eager to personalize her space  [YAH-Z!] so we took a quick walk around to check out new home design and furniture shops.  Little did either of us know just what a treat this spot, Swanky was going to be!

This store brings the full concept of   the“pop-up store” to life: a store that has been put in a space/store front for a given amount of time for the intention of selling in a particular area, learn the market/demographics and then move on.    The plan being that the store can "pop-up" anywhere at any given time. The idea of the pop-up is amazing and something we should be seeing more of in the future.  The pop-up allows a community to have something new and exciting and the store an opportunity for exposure.  Swanky combines all of my admiration. I love reclaimed items, mixing the old with the new and offering people something unique.

The Swanky Abode is a family run business and a business within a business.  As a large space with small concept shops within the store, each shop brings unique notions covering so many ideas to fill your home and life.    There is a grouping of kitchen items old and new, furniture, antique cameras, artwork, soaps, glassware, stationary and jewelry.  It has a flea market feeling with a “nuevo chic” appearance. The  current space is large and open with great natural light, allowing you to the opportunity to revel in your finds and open your imagination to how it can work in your home.

Swanky also offers the service of bringing a designer/consultant individual to your home to assess your space, mix  and/or alter your current items with new finds to create a totally new appearance.  Swanky even makes mention of the importance of “home staging” to sell in this very difficult market.

 

Do yourself the favor of checking Swanky out!

                   Easton Town Center

                   4230 The Strand
                   Columbus OH, 43219
                   Phone:  330.466.7350
                                                                                                             

The Swanky Abode Blog: Keeping up with the Joneses

http://theswankyabode.wordpress.com

Not only for the items mention, but for the overall impression.  With our need to recycle, interest in new views, interesting methods to sell (and for many others to retain their own money), I see The Swanky Abode is the store and concept of the future. 

HAPPY DÉCOR!!

NAVY NAIL POLISH

Now, I’m an old fashion girl when it comes to beauty products.  I have a hard time stepping out with new colors in eye shadows and lipsticks, but this season brings on many surprises.   In fact it seems that some of these trends have been going on since the summer,  particularly NAVY nail polish. 

Even as I type this, my hands & tooties are painted classic red-but the hotness is all about the NAVY!!

  

Navy nails will be a great addition to the fall wardrobe.  It’s a great way to add something new, mystery and in the big scheme of things very inexpensive.  Even the most expensive nail polish is going to be a better bargain than that purse or shoe….

YSL: Color# 43

http://www.yslbeautyus.com/La-Laque/184YSL,default,pd.html?cgid=makeup-nail-lacquer&start=3

ESSIE: Midnight Cami

http://www.essie.com/shop/shade-families-bluesgreens-c-2_9.html

OPI: Russian Navy

http://opi.com/

Chanel: Blue Satin #416

http://www.chanel.com/en_US/fragrance-beauty/Makeup-Nails-89313

Dior: “Blue Tie” Vernis Nail Lacquer Tuxedo

http://www.dior.com/beauty/usa/en/makeup/nails/nail_lacquers/diorvernislacquerssbl/y0002950/py0002950.html

I see the navy nails working well with denims, plaids and that ultra classic  
“Mad Men” look. 
Although this isn’t the color the ladies in the 60's secretarial pool would have chosen, it adds a great twist for the 2011 version.

Give it a shot!

I’m going for it and use it as the introduction to my own, personal
Fall Statement!!

FIT FORUM

I consider myself a true “Denim Head” with my work, research and love for denim growing stronger everyday.  A good pair of jeans has the ability to be dressed up or down and are seen as the staple of our society.   Knowing that denim is every American's God given right, it will revolutionize, involve in evolutionism but never die!  Too much?

Denim jean design is how I’ve made my living for the past 10 years and believe it is not just a “garment” but a lifestyle!

http://www.7forallmankind.com/?keyword={keyword}

With this confession I wanted to make sure everyone was aware of 7 For All Mankind new commitment to their consumer.   They are offering you the opportunity to speak with a member from their design team in an effort to learn about your likes and ways to improve the fit of your jeans.

With the 1^st session out of the way, I found it interesting that 7FAM-went through the trouble to answer as many questions as possible.

Example of conversation forum:

Customer

I'm a bit curvy, got a butt , thighs and hips. If I buy juniors or womens jeans I always have to wear a belt. I have to wear a belt because its always very loose in the back. Like if I squat down you could see my undies. Am I just mis-shaped or always buying the wrong pants. I feel like its too much to find a good pair. Help!

7For All Mankind Staff Member

Hi Customer!  I think the Kimmie , Kaylie and Highwaist styles would be best for you , the Kimmie styles ( straight leg and Bootcut ) and Kayie have a contour waistband and are slight smaller in the waist helping the back from gapping

http://www.facebook.com/#!/event.php?eid=279031298789487

7FAM will be conducting these fit conversations every Thursday in the month of September.  I suggest tuning in for the conversation.  Even if you are not a 7 For All Mankind fan, this is an excellent forum.  You may learn things that can be applied to your other jeans or you may decide this is a perfect opportunity to start wearing 7FAM.