Things to Do: Save Last Summer's Shorts


This might be one of the cutest and easiest ways to spruce up a pair of cutoffs. I love wearing denim shorts in the summer, but the cutoffs I make can often be tight and unflattering on my legs. I found this picture on Pinterest, one of my favorite websites of all time.


Courtesy: Pinterest

This look is absolutely adorable, and very easy to achieve! All you need are a pair of denim shorts, two pieces of lace or two doilies, scissors, and a needle and some light-colored thread.

First, use the scissors to carefully rip the outer seams of your shorts about three inches or your desired length. Turn shorts inside out, and arrange and trim the lace until you get your desired look. Finally, use a simple back stitch to secure the lace to the shorts, and voilà! You have some adorable new shorts for spring and summer.

The LBD Myth


It’s the holiday season, and the dinner parties are in full swing. Most women have their LBD ready to be worn to multiple occasions.

little black dress 

Women have always been pushed to wear black; it’s supposed to be slimming, elegant, and simple. Ladies, I’m here to tell you to revolt against the LBD! Don’t succumb to this myth that black is always flattering and elegant. If you want to stand out (seriously, I know you do), then my suggestion is to go for a bright statement dress. I’m in love with this one:

1950s Vintage Green & Blue Floral Party Dress
1950s Vintage Green & Blue Floral Party Dress, cmadeleines.com, $555

And this one:

A-LINE CHIFFON EGGPLANT STRAPLESS COCKTAIL DRESS PARTY GOWN
A-line Chiffon Eggplant Strapless Cocktail Dress, vampal.com, $98

Let your personality shine with a gorgeous standout color! I absolutely adore jewel tones in the winter, and the bright color is sure to be a conversation starter. Let yourself be known as the girl in the bright dress.

The key to rocking a bright dress is to keep everything else in your outfit subdued. Nude platform heels, a cute necklace, and stud earrings are your best bet. Keep your makeup neutral and your hair simple, and you are good to go!

Perfect accessories
Alejandro Ingelmo ‘Sophia’ Platforms, bloomingdales.com, $247.50; Wishbone Necklace, American Eagle, $11.95; Platinum Diamond Stud Earrings (2/3 cttw), buy.com, $599.99

Go out and rock that colorful party dress, girl!

 
Liana Stalzer
Fashion Babbler
Being a college student, Liana has little money to spend on all the latest trends, so she tries to be as thrifty as possible when it comes to her clothing. She has recently begun making her own clothes, and it is proving to be quite the adventure! Liana loves reading, writing, and baking cookies to share with others. Her future dreams include becoming an editor of children's books and owning the entire Tarte cosmetics line. Follow @LianaaaMarieee!
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