Bootie, Bootie, Bootie Walking Everywhere!

I’ve touched on this in a previous posts but, now I will delve in deeper into my new found love of booties. When the bootie look first burst on the scene a year or so ago I thought every fashionista and celeb rocking the trend was truly disturbed but now I want to take back this notion. I am officially into the bootie but only with certain outfits, to me a bootie is not the new ballet flat or heel. I love booties with skinnies or hidden under a flare leg pant. Sometimes booties can be rocked with a skirt or dress but I think you’re walking a dangerously thin line there because you run the risk of making your leg look shorter by cutting yourself off at the ankle. So when in doubt with skirts and dresses I would opt out! Here are some of the best booties in my option!

These first bootie are a dressier style at Lulus by Luichiny.  I love the tan color, the studs on the back and the heel and the larger zipper. All these elements are on trend right now but are classic enough to go beyond a year lifespan! Another great thing about booties is you can rock some higher heels easily because a bootie almost a boot! Seriously cute and at 77 bucks a pop they are a sound investment!

A similar bootie but with a more causal feel (like everyday wear) is the Dixie bootie from nastygal.com. With a stacked heel and lace up details on the back of the shoe this bootie is fabulous. Also, these boots are vegan leather which maybe a pro or a con in your book, but for me personally it’s a thumbs up.  In addition these booties already have a little weathering, so if they get a little scuffed or worn that’s okay because let’s be honest none of us are perfect! 

Finally, I think we all worship at the alter of Tory Burch, but these booties are seriously perfection. I love the Tory Burch logo of course, black leather makes these shoes very versatile and a hefty wedge for all of you clumsy girls who can't rock a real heel! Also, in all black like this these booties have a little bad ass edge to them! These shoes would go great with skinnies, black pants, black tights and a hot dress! At $395 each these are at the top of the budget for most people but if you can afford em, get em!

Photo Credit: lulus.com, nastygal.com, and Toryburch.com

Style Spotlight- Lindsay La Parl

Returning to LTF's fashion roots I want to shine that glittery spotlight on a good friend of mine. I have known her since we were in second grade, and yes I have been envious of her own unique sense of fashion since then! Lindsay is one of those special people who when you see dressed to impress you would think now she can pull that outfit off but most everyone can't (yes be jealous!), but be your own judge and check out Lindz had to say about her own style

STYLE PROFILE 

Who? Lindsay Rosalyn La Parl

What? Recent MSU grad, freelance graphic designer and all around fashionista

Where? Lindz can usually be found at Water Street coffee joint or vintage shopping

Why? because a fair amount of people want to be her, that's why

Describe your fashion philosophy - I like to play a character. One day I might be channeling my inner Penny Lane with a fur coat and shades the next I'll be Kelly Kapowski with high waisted jeans, big hair and a bold print top. That is the best part of fashion, you get to play dress up every day!

Current must have items? Anything floral print, studded items, maxi dresses and skirts. Gold, gold and more gold jewelry. Of course my RayBans, I'd wear them inside if I could.

Favorite fashion line or designer? I loveee vintage. My favorite website is Nasty Gal. I really like what Wildfox Couture has been doing as well. I'm not too into labels but if someone wants to send me a buttery soft leather Celine bag I will gladly accept : )

Who are your style icons? Jackie O, Lana Del Rey, Rihanna, Princess Di, Mary Kate Olsen

Worst fashion faux pas? No imagination. Cookie cutter style.

Where do you draw inspiration from? Movies, blogs, vintage styles and pinterest!

Photo Credit: Miss Lindsay La Parl herself

Like how Ashley Olsen got snubbed? Think your style is blog worthy? Feel a need for the spotlight? Comment with a little about what makes your style special and you may find yourself under the style spotlight! 

Who Wears Short Shorts?

Upon review of my more recent blogs I realized August is lacking in holidays, I know sad! I take that back, peach month, national catfish month and water quality month does little to anything to sway or inspire my outfits or sense of style. Considering August is still considered summer, warm in most places still (Maybe Indian Summer?) I declare August shorts month! Sure, I am likely to forget this by next August and most likely there will not be national recognition of this day (some girls may take it too far, you know the same ones that wear 2 band aids and a cork for Halloween!) but for the sake of this blog just roll with it.

These first shorts that I would advise you to wear during national shorts month (August) are cuffed matelot shorts from Forever21. For 19.90 these shorts are a steal, not to mention the navy color is so versatile they can be worn ALL THE TIME! The styling Forever21 has done is a cute look but these shorts could easily go nautical with a striped sweater and ballet flats, causal with a plain v-neck and leather sandals, or even transition into fall with a long sleeve blouse colored tights and booties (my fave look). This high waisted style is bound to be flattering on most all body types but forever21 sizing can be tricky, so if in doubt I would suggest going to your local retailer and trying them on (if you can!). The only real question here is why don’t you own these already?

These next shorts are crochet tap shorts from Nasty Gal! Now I feel like a may have featured this particular shorts twin or cousin (similar short different color) but never the less they are just that essential they deserve to be mentioned twice and at 58 bucks not a bad deal! Now these shorts operate under the same high-waisted look as the shorts above but the inseam on these shorts are noticeably shorter, therefore if you aren’t exactly proud of your legs or thighs then these SHORT shorts aren’t for you. The cream color is superior to white but will go with a lot. True to nasty gals look this outfit is perfection already with patterned sweater with textured shorts make for great visual contrast. Finished off with a leopard print skinny belt, nasty gal styles to perfection but you could rework these shorts with any bright top or bold print; just make sure the hem of the shirt isn’t too long.

Finally, these last shorts are French Connection floral print shorts for sale on shopittome.com for 82.60. These shorts are the smaller version of a big trend going on right now floral print jeans! These shorts are girly and refined with a hidden zipper, and linen material you may feel inclined to skip threw the park and drink out of fancy glasses. These shorts could be paired with many different blouses, solid knit sweaters or kept simple with a t-shirt. Although I feel like these shorts MUST be worn with some fabulous heels or wedges, I think a pair of classic sandals would suit them just fine too! Very cute shorts for very cute girls! 

So go celebrate short month by showing off your pins! 

Photo Credit: bloomingdales.com, nastygal.com, forever21.com