Who said a little drizzle from the sky meant a damper on your wardrobe? You can still look cute even if the weather isn't!

Hair: Since you may not want to put in the effort of blow-drying your hair, braiding is an alternative option! It keeps your locks looking neat without frizz or mess!

I love the side braid! It's easy and chic! Also just a single french braid down the middle of your head is very elegant! Take a cue from Rachel McAdams.

A cute umbrella and boots are a must! Don't be afraid to go bold with colors or prints on these because some fresh color can boost your mood on rainy days! And when else can you wear knee high bright pink rubber shoes without getting stared at? 

Note: Shoes and Umbrellas do not need to match! (It adds to the fun!) 

For clothing, I would suggest black tights you can tuck into your rain boots and a comfy sweater. If it's nice out, it could be a good day for a playful t-shirt! If you are going to be bold with rain accessories, keep the clothing to muted colors. 

Some extra notes:

 -Mascara should be waterproof and makeup minimal to avoid streaks!

 -Minimize jewelry

 -Remember, just because it's dreary outside, you can still make your outfit splash!

This brown skirt is great for spring! Pair with a pink, white, or brown top! Top can be tucked into the skirt or kept out for a more casual feel.  

Pair with pretty pearl earrings and some great heels.

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If you’ve just been invited to a house party, then expect a lot of mingling, some dancing, and perhaps some social drinking. But unlike dinner parties, a house party is a little less formal. So, do you know how to dress for a house party yet?

Here are a few tips on how to dress for a house party:

• Ask the host of the house party about any dress code. The host may have a few ideas on how her/his guests should dress up, especially if there are special activities she/he has planned such as games and barbecues.
• Choose shoes that don’t pinch. This is perhaps the one important tip on how to dress for a house party – after all, even with a great outfit, you won’t be able to walk around and mingle if you’re wearing stilettos that won’t allow you to stand and walk for hours on end. Oh, and choose shoes that you can take off during the party – just in case the host asks you to remove them before entering their house.

• It’s not easy to predict if you’ll be sweating or freezing during the party, so choose a comfy, breezy outfit, then layer on a jacket or a sweater just in case you’ll need to get warm.

• There are no strict guidelines when it comes to house parties. If you want to wear bold prints, new trends, or funky outfits, then go ahead! If you end up looking like a sore thumb because of your attire, then pretend you wore it on purpose – it should be a great conversation piece you can use to meet new friends.

• Knowing how to dress for a house party can help you have a great time. If you’re not sweating what you’re wearing, you’ll have the confidence to talk to new acquaintances, join in the fun, and have a blast.

Read what others are saying about how to dress for a house party in the Smashion forum. Better yet, start a new discussion and talk about great ideas on how to dress for a house party!

I'm all for going green. Paper or plastic at the grocery store? No thanks! I usually bring my backpack to help me carry my loot home, but I think I'll be switching over to these babies soon. its-laS-tik bags by what'Surbag has some really pretty (and stylish) reusable grocery bags and they're available in all sorts of colors. You can shop metallics, patterns or solids.

According to the its-laS-tik site, these bags are manufactured in New Orleans and a percentage of sales is donated to Hope House, a charitable organization in NOLA. The bags come in 3 sizes and colors/patterns that change with each season, and can hold up to 45 lbs.

 

   



Bags start at $14.99 and you can get yours here.

These dark pants can add some flavor with a hot blazer or jean jacket. Pair with a white, grey, or cream top underneath. Or add a subtle print shirt for fun!

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Hooray, spring is here! Okay, I know, my cheer needs some work. I’ve been out of practice, having tucked away my cheerleader uniform a million years ago. But then again, that’s really not much of an excuse, what with the fresh, sporty, cheerleader-inspired outfits lending their high spirits to this spring’s runways.

"There are now many ways for us to pull off a

cheerleader ensemble without

looking like an over-aged high school repeater."

Perhaps wearing the cheerleader skirt is not exactly for everyone; after hitting a certain age (or size), wearing a short, pleated skirt is something we tend to veer away from – and with good reason. Besides, even if I were as svelte as I was in my younger years, I might still end up looking like a trying-too-hard cheerleader wannabe.

Having said that, thank God for designers! They have recycled the cheerleader outfit in more ways than one, effectively extending its age limit. There are now many ways for us to pull off a cheerleader ensemble without looking like an over-aged highschool repeater… just make sure you ditch the pom-poms.

Balenciaga features a hardened cheerleader for Spring 2010 look by mixing in leather and black into the well-loved short skirt and tucked-in shirt reminiscent of cheerleaders’ attires.

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Proneza Schouler reworks the cheerleader apparel by adding noteworthy details to the classic cheerleader skirt and playing with fabric.

Of course, becoming a catwalk cheerleader doesn’t involve just the signature cheerleader skirt. Knee-high socks and jerseys both echo the jovial spirit of healthy, athletic competitiveness.

Fashion maven Alexa Chung wears knee socks and makes the look more sober by sporting a leather jacket.

Alexander Wang invests in knee socks for his Spring 2010 RTW collection, pairing them with apparel that also speak sports.

Never been a fan of cheerleader outfits? There are other ways to keep the spirit stick from falling to the ground, so to speak. Take the course of sports and try wearing a sweatshirt dress for a day of shopping. Don’t worry, today’s sweatshirt dresses won’t make you perspire with fashion anxiety; the modern variety looks less dowdy and much more chic than its original version while borrowing the latter’s comfy, relaxed vibe.

Alexander Wang experiments with the sweatshirt by giving its sleeves more volume.

Rebecca Taylor adds some shirring and gives the sweatshirt dress some curves by keeping the waist trim.