Le Chat Perfect Match Gel Polish in "Emperor Red"

Hi all!

I got my nails done yesterday for back to school as my Spring semester began today, and simply because I really enjoy nice, polished looking nails. Being that we are still enduring the cold here in New York, darker and reddish hues are still in season. I chose the color "Emperor Red" which is a pretty satin red color. I really am in love with this color, probably not as much as my favorite color "First Love" but this is a close second. (They no longer carry "First Love" at my nail salon anymore *tears*). The nail salon I go to carries the brand Le Chat Perfect Match. You can visit the brand's website below using the link provided.

Here are some swatches of my nails in "Emperor Red":


Close Up



Wearing Michael Kors Women's MK5020 Stainless Steel Watch

 

Buy Le Chat's Perfect Match Gel Polish Emperor Red Here

Pinspiration

As I was pinning yesterday, I came across a post on lollipops which eventually brought me to diy lollipops with organic ingredients such as tiny daisies and little rose petals. I was pretty inspired and thought of creating a quaint little hand-made, gourmet lollipop and cookiepop business. I hope to start this up in the spring and begin taking orders by the beginning of June. I'm definitely going to start out small but secretly I hope that my own business would be a large part of the near future. My first goal is to get an Etsy shop going if I decide to fully go through with it. Of course, I'll keep you posted if anything develops.

P.S. - I created a little logo earlier and I think it's just the cutest thing.

Guess Who's Back, Back Again

Hello to all you gals & fellas out there.

I've been gone for a VERY long time, I know, I apologize! But I am back, and I plan on doing weekly posts as I had been doing before.

This blog is going to get a little revamp. I am hoping to make posts about topics other than just fashion such as beauty, home décor, food, entertainment, and little bits of my life. I want to make this blog relatable to everyone, not just you fancy fashionistas ;)

I hope you enjoy what is to come to this blog! Stay tuned!

I wish you all a happy, healthy, and loving new year xo <3

Project Runway Recap & Review Week 7

On Week 7 of Project Runway, the designers were given the Lord & Taylor Challenge in which the designers were asked to make a simple garment inspired by the last nine winning designers in the previous seasons. Their garments must complete the existing collection and the Challenge Winner's design will be displayed in the Lord & Taylor window.

Seven out of the nine garments part of the Project Runway Collection at Lord & Taylor

Of course, the Challenge, Winner this time around, was Mr. Christopher Palu!

 

Although I do love it, I have a complaint ... The back cutout looks weird. Now, I don't know if it's the model's shoulder blades or the stance she has in the photograph as she walks but it just look unfinished to me. Other than that, I do love it. I commend him for being the only designer to attempt a gown instead of just a cocktail dress. He took a risk and he won.

 

Surprisingly, the Judges decided to keep everyone this week! I was actually quite happy with this decision because all the designs looked fabulous for the most part.

 

Gunnar: He was the last designer on the runway, meaning he had the lowest score but he was safe. I thought his dress was really pretty and I actually did enjoy watching him this week. (Shocking, I know!)

 

Alicia: I wish the waist on her dress was a tad bit higher. I feel like it would have looked cleaner and more put together if she had done so.

 

Elena: She had a total melt down because she ONLY designs Avant-Garde clothing. Umm hello? This is not an Avant-Garde competition. A designer should have the ability to do any style of clothing and do it well. That's just my opinion. The same way Ven should be able to design for any woman.

 

Melissa: GORGEOUS fabric, asymmetry, and design! I loved everything about her dress!

 

Sonjia: She too had a total melt down. She ran out of time, sobbing and sewing, while telling Tim she still had to hem and fix the zipper because it didn't fit her model. She faked it 'till she made it, because on the runway it looked flawless. I hope she doesn't let being in the bottom last week get to her head, she's a great designer and she needs to realize that.

 

Ven: Very pretty! As always, loved his signature rose pattern. I wonder if he'd be comfortable making it in a larger size ;) (Sorry I had to!)

 

Dmitry: Beautiful lines, gorgeous construction, and rich fabric! Just perfection all around, I hope he wins a challenge soon!

Back to School Haul

Classes began this passed Monday, August 27. I did some back to school shopping the day before and I purchased a few things for the coming Fall months. Besides the items you see below, I also purchased a Turquiose Pleated Chiffon Scarf from H&M for $12.95 (There was no picture online, but it is beautiful). There were also a few essentials I bought: Black and White Tanktops, Black and Gray Zip-Up Hoodies, and Black Pants which I use on a regular basis. I'm excited to wear these items in the coming months and I can't wait to mix and match with stuff I already have as its still pretty warm out :) I hope you all enjoy your Fall semester and stay stylish throughout!

 

Torrid - Black & Leopard Serina Bow Flats $28.50 BOGO 50%



Dark Navy, Pink Stripe, Gray Stripe, Medium Gray Vintage-Style V-Neck Tees $7.50 each

Old Navy - Polywog Pintucked Split-Neck Blouse $29.94

Old Navy - Gray Print Pintucked Split-Neck Blouse $29.94

Graphite Heather Tunic Sweater $29.94

Old Navy - Brown Leopard Crepe Roll-Up Shirt $17.50

Old Navy - Black Jack Button-Front Cardi $19.94



Sketchy Sunday: Happy Hour Cocktail Collection

Project Runway Recap & Review Week 6

Surprise!!! I'm early on this one! This week on Project Runway, the designers were given the L'Oreal Challenge in which they had to create looks for actual clients who are looking for a style makeover to accompany their new hair styles. This challenge just .... *sigh* ... I don't even know where to begin. This week's Challenge Winner was Fabio. I'm actually quite proud of him.

Here's his look:

 

This look just screams Fabio. He's getting better at staying true to his aesthetic which I'm happy about. He kept his client happy while helping her to step out of her comfort zone but also incorporating her style into the mix.

 

Out this week:

 

 

Nathan ... I don't know what he was thinking. I truly liked a couple of his previous designs but this looks like it came out of a hooker's closet (I'm sorry, I had to). The color is one of my favorites but that doesn't change the fact that its utterly terrible and extremely slutty.

 

My favorites of the night:

 

 

Of course I loved Christopher's look. He, to me, is just absolutely fabulous at what he does. The dress on his client is beautiful and very flattering to her body. I loved the jacket too when they showed it on the dress form while he was still in the midst of designing. I wish his client would have shown it off more and not crumbled it in her hand the whole time.

 

 

Dmitry's looks was also very cute. I just wish he had made it a slight bit longer and I would have loved for the cleavage part to be a lot lower to make it a bit more sexy and not so stuffy looking. As always, his construction is pretty immaculate.

 

 

Okay let me explain ... You all are aware that I can't stand Gunnar but I have to say I am fond of his skirt and the technique he used to achieve it. On the other hand, the top part is SO uneven and those triangle things in the center look stupid (Yes, stupid)! Also, if you paid attention to the back, the V is cut so unevenly. I will admit, he does sometimes have good ideas but the way in which he tries to achieve them and his construction is very poor.

 

Now come the comments....

 

Although I do not like it very much, mostly because of the color, I am proud of how Alicia stepped out of her comfort zone and attempted a dress which resulted in a pretty decent look. I hope we see a bit more of this in the coming weeks.

 

In my opinion, Elena's fabric choice was poor but the concept was nice, I must say.

 

I don't know if it was the clients body type or the dress itself, but Melissa's black dress looked terrible on the runway. The long shall was pretty but I didn't really enjoy the whole look because it seemed kind of sloppy.

 

Sonjia had problems with her proportions, I guarantee that if the knot thing was under the bust and if the dress was longer it would have been a lot nicer and more sophisticated.

 

And finally, Ven ... He had me disgusted! Not to mention, the fabric and design altogether was hideous. First of all, I think his client is beautiful and has a great shape to her plus size figure. Ven was totally out of line and made rude comments about his client's size. He claimed to never have designed for a "real size woman." What the hell does that even mean? What woman is NOT a real size? And yes, REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES. Not all women are as stick thin as the models the designers design for. As a plus size woman myself, I found it very offensive! I'm going to be rude for a moment so I must apologize before I continue. I am sorry for what I am about to say but it is the truth. Ven is not a twig himself, in fact he is similar to that of a tree trunk. To make a woman uncomfortable and self conscious about her body is the worst thing a man, designer, and supposed professional can do. I hope he removes his arrogant head out of the clouds and realizes how terrible he made his client feel. Shame on you Ven!

 

Next week, there will be lots of crying! The ladies have plenty of problems in their designs, while the boys seem to be doing well (At least thats what it looks like from the promo). Ven makes a sexist comment about men being stronger (Please shut up!) and Christopher looks like he's trying to do a Cher impression (LOL I can't wait)! I'm not really sure of what the challenge is but Tim Gunn says that they'll be put into production or something along those lines. I guess we'll have to wait and see!