Look For Less

After flipping through one of my favorite magazines, I came across this picture of Kate Moss and couldn't resist trying to put my own version together!  

With just a little patience I was able to get this celebrity look even on a student budget!

I headed off to the local mall determined to find pieces that would match hers. To my surprise it was easy!  I quickly realized that the most important thing to remember when trying to accomplish a look like this is SALE SALE SALE!

I was able to score this awesome belt for just $20.00 (originally $34.00) [Macy's]

Shorts- $10.00 (originally $14.99) [Cotton On]

Flats- $9.99 (originally $22.50) [Charlotte Russe] 

Shirt- a mere $11.99 [Papaya]

Blazer- $13.99 (originally $22.99) [Forever21]

And the most important piece of the outfit...

The hat- $10.99 [Forever21]

See? You don't have to spend like a celebrity to look like one! 

My favorite thing about this look is that every single piece can be easily mixed with basics I already have and can be dressed up or down! 

I encourage you all to try and do something like this next time you see a model or celebrity wearing a look that you love. The chances are you'll be able to find something very similar (and a lot cheaper!) right at your local mall.

It was such a fun challenge and left me with a great feeling of accomplishment. 

I can't wait to do more in the future! 

I'm off to work on my next look for less! 

See you guys soon!

- Tara
p.s this is where we party!

50's Spring-spiration

My hubby and I wanted to grab a bite to eat last night and ended up at one of our favorite spots- a 1950s inspired dinner called Raymonds. 

In the middle of enjoying my blue cheese tomato soup (a special I just had to try!), I started to feel inspired. Maybe it was the super cute 50s decor mixed with the classic and casual smiling servers, or the fact that the NYC weather report is hitting temps in the 60s this week, but I am feeling ready for Spring- 50s style.

I can't wait for the weather to warm up so we can to eat outside on their picnic inspired red outdoor tables. 

These are the amazing hexagon mosaic floor tiles... I LOVE.

I started to think of what I had in my closet to pull out for warmer weather, and of course

I got the shopping bug.

After dinner, we skipped dessert and headed a few doors down to urban outfitters. I was especially loving all the black and white, mixed with pops of red at Raymonds, so that was on my mind when we hit the store.
I started play around with cute vintage inspired outfits, and just had to share my favorite.

I can't wait to wear this when SPRING ARRIVES!

Polka Dot Crop T Shirt $24

High Waisted Denim Sailor Shorts $49 (aka my new obsession!)

Floral Sunglasses $14

Total Outfit = $87

I went for the whole outfit, but sometimes the fastest, cheapest, and most fun way to update your look is with accessories...

Here is a close up of those amazing sunglasses!

Reds, Pinks and Oranges are amazing with black and white,

as we saw at Raymonds earlier...

These flats from Urban come in tons of fun colors and are only $34.

Obviously a must for Spring!

Bdg Leather Pointy Skimmer

If you can't hit Urban today, a quick trip to the drug store can give you your Spring fix!

Check out these two brand new Essie colors that can brighten your look in less than 10 minutes, for less than $10!!

Ole Calente - and - Orange, It's Obvious

I hope you enjoy, and get a little "spring-spiration" yourself!!

Xxo
-Ashley

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Wrap around bracelets

So lately I've been seeing these beautiful wrap bracelets everywhere!  I have a few that I bought but after seeing this tutorial from honestlywtf.com I decided to try and make some of my own - 

this is what I came up with...

 First you need to pick out your materials.  

For the first bracelet I used black leather cord, red paper string and a strand of pearls.

The second bracelet I made out of light brown suede cord, plum paper string and chain.

Start by making a loop out of the suede or leather.

(Make sure the loop is big enough to fit around the button or bolt that your going to use as a clasp)  

Next line the paper string up towards the loop and wrap it around the cord working away from the loop. 

Now you can lay the pearl strand along the cord and begin wrapping the paper string in between each cord.

This is how it looks with the chain.  As you wrap the paper string around the chain weave it into the links.  You can choose to go through every link or every other link depending on what you like.

Once the bracelet is long enough to wrap around your wrist two or three times your 

ready to put the bolt or button on the end. 

Have fun stacking then together and wearing them with different bracelets.  The cords that I used were a little bit too thick - It would be easier to tie the bolt on with something thinner. 

I hope you have fun making this!