an ecclectic method of fashion
Friday, November 21, 2008
Old Man Style
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Monday, November 10, 2008
That Skirt
I wish Jared Gold still designed for black chandelier. Now I will have to find his stuff elsewhere. *sigh*
Well, here's a cheery outfit to console myself for not having bought that shirt when i could:
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Mascara!
First: Dior Diorshow Blackout Mascara, $24, Sephora stores and sephora.com
Pros: This mascara was very thick, dark, and dramatic. It made my eyelashes stand up tall for the doe-eyed look I try to achieve. It didn't clump easily, and it dried flexible so it was easy to fix mistakes (such as an eyelash pointing in the wrong direction) Also, it stayed on all day without flaking, but because of how flexible it was, it was really easy to take off with eye makeup remover.
Cons: The only thing I can complain about this mascara is the brush. The bristles were too soft and thick. It was hard to get used to putting it on, because I didn't feel like I was combing through my eyelashes. Once I got used to the brush my eyes looked amazing, but that didn't last for long. After a month or so the flexible bristles started sticking to each other. Now I can't even put the mascara on properly. Too bad, because the formula is so great.
Second: Mary Kay Ultimate Mascara, $15, Mary Kay consultants
Pros: This mascara also made my eyelashes stand tall. The brush was easy to use, and it gave my eyelashes a little extra curl.
Cons: I don't think I have sensitive eyes, but something about this mascara made my eyes burn and water for a couple hours after using it. And if my eyes watered a little too much, this stuff RAN. And it burned my eyes even more when it ran. Also, it wasn't very easy to put on, because the formula was very wet and goopy, which made it dry hard. Which in turn made it very hard to fix any mistakes, because it was like my eyelashes were stuck togeth in plaster. So when I did a good job, it looked awesome, but if I made a mistake, I was stuck with it. The other thing is that it's hard to take off. Even with Mary Kay eyemakeup remover, which has always done a good job for me.
Last: Rimmel London LYCRA® Lash Extender Mascara, about $5, Wal-Mart
Pros: This mascara had a great look. It wasn't as dramatic as the dior mascara, but it came close. It didn't make my eyelashes stand quite as tall, but they looked long and thick enough to satisfy me for school. The brush was a pretty standard easy-to-use one. It didn't flake, and hardly ever clumped. My eyelashes didn't stick together! And when I applied too much in one spot, or made any mistake it was easy to fix.
Cons: I just wish it curled the base of my eyelashes better so they would stand taller. If it was as thick as the Dior mascara, it'd probably be perfect. Also, not much comes in the little bottle. Seems like I am running out fast.
The Verdict? Finish running out of the Rimmel mascara, then use the Rimmel brush with the Dior mascara. Oh, and give the Mary Kay to my sister that likes it more than I do.
A tiny gallery of things that keep men warm:
Monday, October 27, 2008
Friday, October 3, 2008
Variations of plaid.
Thursday, October 2, 2008
Coloured Jeans
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
My other favorite designer from Fashion Stroll Fall 2008
I really liked Jordan's designs. I wish I had not missed his show!
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Fall fashion stroll 2008
So, I want to spread to the world the designers i met Friday night.
Firstly, we have Shelly, who does an excellent job with her line of accessories, GiGi GaGa. I bought the most stuff at her little stand, I'll have to admit. The price was more than right, and these accessories had a cute vintage vibe to them that I couldn't resist.
Here is the designer and her man. She was selling a flower and a bird pins like the ones she was wearing. She was also selling another peacock headband like the one she was wearing. I did buy one of those! I can't wait to wear it.
This is the sign they had for their stand:
An here is one of my associates wearing the ostrich headband!Check again to see pictures of what I bought, and another feature on another designer!
Thursday, August 14, 2008
Spicing up menswear.
I like the use of layering and accessories here. It's just the right amount.
If you are the more casual type but are stuck in a rut, a funky blazer will shake things up.
Black on Black
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
SLC Pomp's line for fashion stroll
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
How to look at fashion and get the most out of it
So, how do you get ideas from something you are unlikely to wear? It's easy! You just have to think objectively and analyticaly while you view you specimen. Let's use an example:
This is a picture from a book every fashion-oriented person should at least take a look at, Fresh Fruits. Anyway, talk about some zany outfits! Perhaps you like simpler looks than this, but something about it sticks out to you. Is it the combination of tights and legwarmers, but you hate the shirt? Well it doesn't have to be as busy as she likes it, just try out the tights and legwarmers with a simple, neutral skirt and a top that compliments the color of the tights.
Or maybe you like the pink oriental-style cape, but think it doesn't look so great with a red, puffy skirt. Do you see what I mean? Sometimes, we don't like or own all that the media shows us, but that shouldn't stop us! You should still be able to try new and interesting things in your style.
I thought everyone knew this, but many people's responses to what I show them tell me the opposite!
So, next time you are perusing around the fashion world, see if you can take elements out of what you see and piece together something that would work for you!
Monday, March 24, 2008
Street Fashion #2 (GALLERY STROLL!)
I think this one is my favorite. All the combinations are so striking.
This is one of the editors of SLC Pomp! Doesn't she look fitting for the job?
Hm, maybe I should start wearing shawls more often...
Don't they all look great? I love the creative combinations going on here.
Sunday, March 16, 2008
The Modesty T-shirt
- Colored turtleneck
- Top with puffy sleeves
- Bolero sweater
- Knit cardigan
- Modesty Tee with colored, thick-strapped tank-top
- Shrug
- Button up blouse: plaid, pinstriped, or plain (alliterations attack!)
- Textured blouse
- Graphic tee
- Tee in a contrasting color
- Polo shirt
- 3/4 sleeve henley
- Anything with interesting sleeves/collar
Wow! I just thought 13 things you can layer with instead of a grubby old white capsleeved tee!
Remember kids, you CAN be modest, fashionable, and make a statment.