quality vs. quantity: September 2012

Friday, September 21, 2012

Animal Attraction- Guest Writer Edition

Hey guys,

Here's a post from guest writer L. Mack, who is an expert at the $20 challenge... Enjoy!!!

I am a shoe fanatic with a profound love for round toe, stilettos that make a statement! While taking advantage of a Super Sale at Talbots Outlet store, I felt a need to peruse the shoe section, although I am typically not a, fan of there shoe style. As my eyes traced the silhouettes of all the shoes, it was drawn to a pair of loner, leopard print stilettos. Regular price of the shoes was $169.00, I paid $17.60.

The shoes are comfortable, and when paired with a red A line dress and gold accessories, the shoes POP!

Monday, September 17, 2012

If I were a boy...

What would you wear if you were a guy? Would you go for the most comfortable outfit you could find or the most trendy???

Well ladies, we will never live a day as a man but that doesn't mean you can't raid your boyfriend, brother or dad's closet for great ideas and accessories.

I happen to love fitted hats and this simple look below marries uber-feminine with my love of hats. First off, you can not go wrong with an NYC hat (haters, sit down!) but to pair it with a flattering denim dress and boots creates a look I like to call, "Urban Feminist."

Urban Feminist by n-some-change featuring a long sleeve t shirt dress

Long sleeve t shirt dress
topshop.com

Madewell mid calf suede boots
madewell.com

New Era embroidered baseball hat
$41 - jdsports.co.uk

Wednesday, September 12, 2012

Fashion Week Designer Pick- Jason Wu

Since I wasn't able to go to New York for fashion week, I watched every minute I could on TV and Jason Wu's collection has been in my mind every since I saw it.

The man truly understands me... OK, well my style at least. His collection is a combination of leather and lace but with taste- who wouldn't love that?

I read on a fellow blog his inspiration was 50 Shades of Gray- symbolizing the struggle with the prim and proper vs. the edgier and risky sides of every woman.

Here are my top 5 looks from his show including the finale gown.

The trends to embrace from this collection are:

Mixing fabrics and prints- don't be afraid to not match your shirt and shoes.
Sheer is not going anywhere- get over it and buy a sheer top, they come in so many styles you can find one that fits your body and taste.
Try leather in another form other than a leather jacket. I've seen a few leather dresses which is a great alternative to a leather pant (PLEASE NOTE: leather pants ARE NOT for everyone!)
Lace it up! Every woman has a lace skirt or top in their closet that they overlook but Spring will be time to bring it out. Not sure how... take your time and try it different ways. We have a while until Spring anyway.

Monday, September 3, 2012

Hot Chocolate

Ok guys, I am not a makeup expert and I intentionally never write posts about makeup. However, Polyvore challenged participants to come up with a mood board featuring makeup and earrings- cool, right?

I haven't done a mood board since my undergrad days in fashion design class but here is my attempt... I call this piece "Hot Chocolate."

Hot Chocolate by n-some-change featuring hoop earrings

Kendra scott jewelry
kendrascott.com

Chandelier earrings
pinkmascara.com

Adia Kibur hoop earrings
metroparkusa.com

Sue Devitt foundation
barneys.com

Stila cheek bronzer
stilacosmetics.com

Shiseido cream eyeshadow
lordandtaylor.com

How do you wear your Brahmin?

Hey guys! Check out this fall look I put together to support my favorite bag of the moment-Brahmin. Though these bags are WAY over the 20nsomechange budget, affordable versions can be found anywhere. Look out for my remake of this look coming soon. :)

Also, all you Polyvore fans, support me in the Brahmin contest for a trip to the Brahmin factory and to get a bag named after me... Doesn't the Michelle Nicole sound like the perfect bag???