In any case, so I went on a window shopping spree and found some stuff at at a couple of different stores that I liked. I haven't seen a whole lot of exciting stuff out there lately, which is why my posts have been more hair and make-up-based, but I am going to keep trying.
1. Black Skinny Leg Denim - $16.90 at Love Culture
If you are looking for a super stretchy pair of skinny jeans in a truer black, these look like they will fill the role. They are made up of a healthy does of cotton and polyester, so they should be thicker than leggings, but not stiff as true denim. I love that they are super black and would tremendous with a pair of boots I will show on this post in a bit.
2. The Blue Version of Above - $29.90 at Love Culture
I know this pair of jeans is the same as above (with the exception of color), but I fell in love with the blag jeans and then saw the blue right after and had to post 'em also. I really like that the fading on this pair of jeans is subtle. One thing I learned is that if you have thicker thighs, that fading is not your friend. All it does is expand the look of your thigh and we all know that is a no-go. I also like that the color is not your average denim blue, it is more gray-toned. Again, like the black jeans, it is made with cotton and spandex, so you get some thickness to your pants without having them as stiff as regular denim, which is just what you want in a skinny jean. They are too cute and would also look good with the boots I picked out.
3. Brash Boots for Payless - $44.99 at Payless
I really like the edgy, punkish look, so even though the big fashion capitals may be moving a bit away from the look, it will probably hold on for at least another year in order to allow the midwest to catch up. Plus, its kind of fun to mix the chunky boot with feminine and softer fabrics. I thought these boots would be super cute with the jeans I showed above or a really cute pair of tights with a lace or design-look to them with a skirt or dress. Although the picture I am showing doesn't have what they look like on a model, there was a picture I saw and they are pretty loose in the leg. This means you will get the right look. If you go to the store to try them on and the boot is too tight to your leg and you can't loosen it, don't bother with them. However, based on the model's leg, they looked pretty accommodating even if you don't have chicken legs.
4. High Slit, Black Crochet - $33.20 at Urban Original
I know I was saying on a previous blog that I wasn't sure how much the crochet thing was going to pick up, but it looks like a lot of companies are jumping on it. This sweater definitely caught my eye. It might be hard to see, so please visit the link in the title (it will go directly to this shirt), but the sides have these slits that make the sweater almost more like a poncho. I like that detail as well as the curved bottom. The v-neck is also very complimentary, but not too low. I think this is a really cute casual piece that can be dressed up a bit, or just worn down with a pair of jeans.
5. Lying Games Dress - $30.90 at Love Culture
Did any of you happen to catch the new ABC Family series last night, The Lying Game. The two-hour premier was on last night after Pretty Little Liars. The show has a collection of really good songs in the commercials and as it turns out, the episodes too, so I got a little hooked. In one seen, Sutton, the rich adopted twin, is wearing a really cute dress to a party. This dress is certainly not exact, but reminded me a lot of it. It is clear Sutton's dress was definitely much more expensive and certainly designer, but this dress will have people none the wiser. I really like the sleeve length and off the shoulder thing it has going on. I also like the puffy sleeve and the checkerboard print in it as well.
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| Sutton Mercer's Dress |
This sweater is super simple, but super cute also. I really like the wooden buttons on the color and the thin fabric. The sleeve length is also very cute to wear on a casual outfit day. It also comes in black, but the oatmeal just has a very classy look to it that would be adorable with brown shoes and earthy-toned accessories. I wouldn't wear a necklace with this shirt unless it is your simple everyday necklace, but a cute pair of earrings would do the trick.
7. Burgundy Tiger Stripe Sweater - $19.90 at Forever 21
I'll admit, I'm not super crazy about the tiger stripes, nor the color they are in, but I do like the length of this sweater. One of my favorite details in shirts over the past couple of seasons is that longer length. I think it is really cute with short jackets, over skinny jeans or leggings or even with a short skirt and a belt around the waist. This sweater would look cute with simple jeans or black pants, but like I said, the pattern is a little off-putting. Still, I wanted to share it because I really liked the length and the band at the bottom of the shirt.
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