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HOW TO – BOW BUN A LA LADY GAGA

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I may not be the biggest Lady Gaga fan... but I have to give her props for being a style trailblazer.  She has some major hits {and major misses}, but that's all part of making an impact in the world of fashion.  One thing that I thought was adorable {bonus points: it's quick and easy!} was her Bow Bun.  Check out the photo tutorial and video below. httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQZlHpd9Kyo ... Read the Post

The bow bun is a quick, simple, and ladylike look {with a lot of fun thrown in for good measure}. Check out this hair tutorial and try it yourself.

VISUAL INSPIRATION

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Inspiration is vital. Here are some photographs that currently inspire me {all found on my Tumblr}… a picture is worth a thousand words.

MUST HAVES – FALL WEDDING GUEST ESSENTIALS

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I love when reader's write to me with a specific request... One reader asked, "Can you do another post about what to wear to a wedding but this time for fall weddings? I'm going to one in Illinois in Nov. BRRRR! I want to look fashionable and in-season.  Most of my dresses are more California Summer appropriate..." {If you missed my summer wedding post, look at it here}. The fall wedding look is ... Read the Post

What to wear to a wedding when the autumnal chill begins to fill the air? Here's your fall wedding cheat sheet... guaranteeing that you are dressed to impress in 6 simple steps.

LOOK OF THE WEEK – PURPLE PUNCH

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I'm clearly on a skull & animal print kick {see Skulls & Stripes}... but that's nothing new.  With a hit of purple, the whole look makes an even bolder statement.   1. Rick Owens Tailored Wool-blend Twill Blazer $1,700, 2. Dolce & Gabbana Waistcoat Detail Blazer $2300, 3. Mackage Studded Leather and Crepe Blazer $300, 4. Ana Short-Sleeve Peplum $20, 5. J.Crew Collection Cashmere ... Read the Post

Purple: a color that is {sadly} underutilized in the world of fashion. Stand out from the crowd and incorporate it into your wardrobe. It's vibrant and adds a feminine {but not too girly} punch to your look.

VISUAL INSPIRATION

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{all images and their original source can be found on my Tumblr} ... Read the Post

Inspiration is vital. Here are some photographs that currently inspire me {all found on my Tumblr}… a picture is worth a thousand words.

HOW TO – WEAR SEQUINS

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If you go overboard with sequins, you can wind up looking like an overgrown and/or out of place frilly ballerina.  The proportions of a tailored blazer and boyfriend jeans keeps the sequins looking chic, intentional, and a bit rugged, as opposed to looking like some kind of showgirl explosion.  You should look like a tomboy who decided to wear sequins.  How intriguing is that? 1. Arden B. ... Read the Post

The key to wearing one of fall's biggest fashion trends, sequins, is to rough them up a bit and make them appear slightly tomboyish.