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

ALL NIGHT LONG

Check out some of my older posts and you'll quickly realize I may or may not have a girl crush on Nicole Richie or Nic as I like to refer to her (because we are totes on a first name basis). I think its undeniable since Miss Richie stepped on the scene as Paris Hilton's sharp tongued accomplice shes had her own stamp on the fashion arena. Today she is the proud owner and creator of House of Harlow 1960 and Winter Kate named after her sweet daughter Harlow Winter Kate Madden : ) While I could probably talk for hours about each of these lines (the sunglasses, the jewelry, the shoes, THE CLOTHES) I will instead focus on Nic's more recent fashion choices!


This outfit Nicole recent wore on the panel for Design Star and I am really loving it. First this is a dress but the shape of the top creates the illusion of a top and a bottom or in essence dividing the body! This is very smart because nobody should like like one big shapeless blob, hence dividing your body into separate sections that suit you the best depending on your body shape. Next, I love the neutral beige color of this dress. Nicole really has one of the best skin tones to pull this off, ideally your skin should be lighter or darker than any flesh tone, you don't want to appear NAKED(or maybe you do, but that's your thing not mine). The dress is adorned with giant sparkle rivets spaced perfectly across the garment creating a print. With all of this sparkle Nic is so wise to not wear any large jewelry, if you notice shes barely wearing any at all(just a few gorgeous rings). Finally, your run of the mill fashion follower would probably pair this dress with nude, black or another neutral shoe, not Nic! Nicole rocks turquoise snake skin pumps, which maybe a risk for some but just another skip threw the park for Nicole! Not to mention snake skin is a huge trend right now, classier than zebra, more refined than leopard, basically the best new neutral! It would only be fitting a fashion judge rock the best outfits but Nic doesn't play it safe, she continues to dance to her own chic drummer, perhaps played by her musician hubby?

This next outfit only Nicole Richie could ensemble. The the average girl this outfit seems straight forward but Nic truly creates layers of unexpected cool. First and foremost only Nicole Richie could take polka dots which would stir up feelings of girly-ness, youth, perhaps tea parties and Minnie mouse, and turn them into edgy, rock and roll. From head to toe Miss Richie starts when an appropriate topper! I am loving the red hat, it could appear costume-y with the wrong outfit but Nic does it right. Paired with layered chic jewelry, quite possibly mixing her own line with other designers. Nic wears a staple black blazer over a polka dot tunic, making her layering seem effortless. Finally, Miss Richie rocks some black skinnies, and personally I can't tell if they are a leather or wax coated denim. Regardless, they give off a rocker vibe that is unexpected with a polka dot top. Minimal color provides drastic contrast and really allows the red hat to pop. Overall, one of the coolest outfits to pick apart, Rock on Miss Richie!

Photo credit: Wikipedia.com, zimbio.com

WHAT THE SWELL?

Happy Tuesday every body! I have to admit I have been feeling pretty uninspired recently, and low and behold inspiration came in my mailbox today in the form of the Swell fall 2012 catalog. If you've read my blog before you know I love a print catalog more than anything, and this Swell fall catalog doesn't disappoint. Swell has always had a beach-y surfer kind of vibe, so if you can't hang ten (or pretend to on weekends) this may or may not be for you! Here are my favorite looks

This Jarlo Jenna dress is shutting it down! Although I tend to stay away from the general "babydoll" dress form because I am an adult woman whom doesn't want to look anything close to a doll, this dress is all about the styling. Swell does it nicely with rough combat looking boots, and I would suggest scrunched socks peaking out the top, with a more structured jacket and maybe a topper if your feeling bold. Regardless, of the extras this dress is incredible because of its contrast of sweet and wild. The print portion of the dress could be a nod to animal prints or dots depending on your personal preference is well balanced but the sheer  plaquet that goes to a crew neck and ends in dainty puff sleeves. This dress is definitely for a fashionista and requires some attitude, not for the faint of heart.

The next item that's a must on my Swell Fall preview must list are these Hurley 81 skinny legging. These pants may not be cutting edge but I would consider them a fall must. I would predict colored pants making their way into the fall wardrobes everywhere and these raspberry colored pair would suit me nicely! They would pair great with a chambray shirt, black piped blazer or navy and cream striped sweater, whatever your style these colored jeans are a must for fall.

The last stand out item I am loving in the SWELL fall preview is this Insight Colab cable crew neck sweater. I love its over sized look, curved hem, orange/tomato color and its nod to classic cable knit sweaters of the past. This sweater's color definitely makes a statement and although you would think of a cable knit crew neck sweater as stuffy, its actually the opposite with a breezy vibe. Although the model has worn this sweater with cut offs, this sweater would look great with a maxi skirt, skinny jeans, and leggings! Very cute, fall must!

Lastly check out swell for all of their new fall clothes, including their own "Swell" line of clothing, your bound to find something breezy, fun and effortless to add to your clothing collection :)

Photo Credit: Swell.com

TEAM SATS- Healy/Folden Edition

If you've been keeping up your not only aware of the fab girl group "The Saturdays" but you know I am big fan! The Sats are made up of Vanessa White, Frankie Sanford, Rochelle Wiseman, Mollie King (previously covered) and sweet Miss Una Healy. Una recently married footballer Ben Foden, and looked gorgeous but I am not sure if its Healy any more . . . . .? Regardless, this Auburn haired Irish fashion goddess is not only a pop superstar, wife but also mother to precious Aoife Belle. Here are some of my favorite looks!

This first look is a causal playsuit Una is wearing, with over sized sunnies. First, the cut of this playsuit is very flattering to Miss Healy's petite figure. I also really like the girly print and ruffle combo, this maybe a bit too much for some but Una accessorized this romper perfectly with a simple necklace and sunnies. The feminine print of this playsuit seems brighter in the pinks but but subdued in overall color which really plays well with Una's natural skin tone. Finally, some may say over sized sun glasses are a thing of the past but Una's frame's are a fun octagonal shape with side embellishments which to me make them quirky and unique. In this picture we aren't aware of what kind of footwear Miss Healy/Foden is rocking but I would suggest a fun wedge! Keeping it causal and classy, we like it Una!

This next look is another great causal look for any woman but Una is stylish and pregnant in this photograph! It appears that Una really likes to play with fun prints and this tunic is no exception. This blue and purple multicolored tunic or dress has an amazing one of a kind print with sweet ruffles and lace on the bottom hem. Una paired this cool top with comfy and slimming black leggings, and ballet flats. Una is practicing an IMPORTANT rule with leggings so listen up ladies! When wearing leggings no matter how cute you think your legs or butt are the top you wear with your leggings must cover AT LEAST half of your backside if not completely cover your tush!  Una is rocking the high-low hem trend so I can easily tell from this photograph that her butt is covered! Finally Una completes her look with some elegant simple mid length layering necklaces. This outfit would be comfy chic for any lady but super stylish for those with a bun in the oven, well done Miss Healy!

This final look I like of Una's is a causal summer look! Una rocks a plain black tank with patterned shorts for an easy but stylish summer look. If anything this outfit goes to show you don't need to layer or put a ton of items on to look effortlessly cool, especially in sticky summer months. While the black tank is a basic every girl should have in her wardrobe the shorts are what really make this outfit. I really like these shorts because they are a really fancy sophisticated print that looks like it could be a beautiful tapestry or table cloth but they are printed on a canvas or denim like material mixing high end with causal and very wearable fabrics. Una rocks a few dainty bracelets and classic black sunglasses to complete her look. Once again we can't tell what kind of shoes shes wearing but you could really pair many footwear choices with this look, like classic black sandals, gladiators, a strappy wedge, this outfit leaves a lot of choices for the wearer. Looking effortless in the summer with a cool treat, what could be better?


While Una is a beautiful woman with her own unique and wonderful sense of style, I figured I would leave you with the up-and-coming fashionista in the making Miss Aoife Belle! Suri watch your back!

striking a pose!

Photo Credit: Zimbo.com and Una's twitter