FASHION: Hearts

Hi everyone! Adri here of Adri's World. It's February and that means it's the month of LOVE!

I love hearts and that wrap dress is just the perfect pattern. Not too red, not too flashy. Wear it with some delicate gold heart earrings and a simple long heart necklace. Love!
 

Those black pumps with gold hearts are the cutest, I think they would look great with that cream shirt with black hearts and your favorite black skirt. Perfect for a night out! If you want to add a bit of hearts in a fashionable way, what better way with a black and white clutch? That clutch is definitely on my list of wants!

And of course no outfit is complete without the perfect lipstick and an amazing scent! Do you like hearts?

[1.ariel gordon earrings, 2.vivienne westwood for melissa pumps 3.jennifer zeuner necklace, 4.lancome lipstick, 5.a wear dress, 6.ariella collection ring, 7.dolce & gabbana fragrance, 8.topshop shirt, 9.stella mccartney clutch]

- post by Adri Reynoso

FASHION: French Chic

Hi everyone! Sandra from Blasfemmes here. It's that time of year when I'm both tempted by sales and at the same time I'm also curious about the Spring/14 collections coming out, can you relate?

So, while some of us are still debating between hunting good investment pieces from sales and coveting next Season's novelties why not go back to the classics? Today it's all about Parisian style, an old favorite of mine. Are you also fans of French chic?

 

1. Eugenia Kim Cat Beret // 2. Oasis Striped Coat // 3. MadeByGirl 'Un, Deux, Trois' Print // 4. DVF Drop Waist Dress // 5. Rebecca Minkoff Quilted Bag // 6. Chanel Nº 5 Eau De Parfum // 7. Burberry Polka Dot Scarf // 8. Zara Cap-Toe Shoes // 9. Asos Beret // 10. Chanel 2.55 Blush Bag // 11. T By Alexander Wang Striped Tee // 12. Chanel Nail Polishes in Blue Boy, Beige and Rouge Noir // 13. Parisian Chic: A Style Guide by Ines de la Fressange Book // 14. Topshop Skirt // 15. Repetto Ballerinas // 16. Lenox Eiffel Tower Mug (also love this)

-post by sandra lopes

 

Fashion: Radiant Orchid

Hello ladies, this is Sandra from Blasfemmes. I hope you had wonderful holidays and I wish you all much love, success and health in 2014 and beyond! To inspire a fresh start of the year I'd love to present you the Pantone color of the year 2014: Radiant Orchid.  I love the color but in my opinion it's not the easiest one to match and for that reason I also included 3 other colors that work wonderfully paired with Radiant Orchid.

 What do you think about Pantone's choice for 2014 color of the year? Do you think you will incorporate it in your closet, makeup or home decoration?

Radiant Orchid: 1. Rebecca Minkoff MAC Bag // 2. Michael Kors Nail Polish in Envy // 3. Diane Von Furstenberg Dress// 4. Zazzle African Violet Pillow // 5. Hunter Boots in Lipstick // 6.HOBBS Trench Coat (similar here) // 7. Mac Lipstick in Heroine // Off White + Beige + Gold: 1. Wonderelle Love Bunnies Ring Holder // 2. Rebecca Minkoff Mini MAB Tote // 3. Reiko Kaneko Mugs // 4. J. Crew Knitwear // 5. Ted Baker Coat // 6. Gorjana Lena Ring // 7. Wonderelle Bow Bottle // 8. Christian Louboutin Pigalle Pumps // 9. Wonderelle Glitter Tart Server

-post by sandra lopes

FASHION: Holiday Shoes & Bags

Hi everyone! Adri here of Adri's World. Can you believe it's already December? And with it come all the holiday parties! Are you ready? I feel that this year has flown by!! 

I love shoes and bags! Who doesn't, right? Here are a few options to add to your party outfits. Be it an elegant cocktail you might attending, or a casual get-together, I believe that shoes and a great bag can "make an outfit". Whether you like to wear heels or flats add a bit of unexpected style with a bag that is not necessarily its exact match. 

With any of these shoes and bags you are sure to arrive in style, even if you just decided to wear a simple little black dress—or even jeans!  

Are you dressing up this holiday season? What are your favorites?

[1.carvela kurt geiger heels, 2.alice + olivia clutch, 3.linea pelle bag, 4.loeffler randall heels, 5.alice + olivia flats, 6.loeffler randall bag, 7.loeffler randall flats, 8.rebecca minkoff bag]

- post by Adri Reynoso

SERIES: LET'S GET THIS LOOK

Tiger, cat, leopard - it's a HOT trend right now. Have you seen it? Here's how to get this look.

Model pic via style update // she inside // kenzo // faith connexion / /asos // tess giberson // aquazurra

FASHION: Fall Day & Night

Hi everyone! Adri here of Adri's World. Today I'm sharing a bit of "Fall Fashion Love"! As much as I love summer, when it comes to fashion, fall is definitely my favorite season to shop for. Coats, boots, scarves...so much fun! Don't you think?

This fall season we have so much to choose from and I'm loving all the trends! From prints and leather, to textures and colors. Here are a few items I'm in love with for a day out for brunch or a night out to dinner. The night look with a little black dress would look amazing and the day look would be perfect with denim and a neutral top. Spray on some fragrance and you are ready for a day or night of fun!

What about you? Are you ready for all the fall fashion?

Night Look: [1.zara coat, 2.rebecca minkoff clutch, 3.gucci flora fragrance, 4.carbon copy necklace, 5.camilla skovgaard stiletto booties]
Day Look: [1.zara jacket, 2.clare vivier bag, 3.see by chloé fragrance, 4.j crew necklace, 5.loeffler randall booties]



- post by Adri Reynoso

Helmut Lang

Helmut Lang clothing is HOT! 

Every time I see something by Helmut Lang - I know it's HL. The details are always identifiable
with touches of leather in mostly black or white, always looking so stylish & chic.  It's like the type of clothing all the cool people are wearing ha!  I can't seem to get enough of this look - So much so, I tried on the dress with the BIG leather pockets recently, but unfortunately it was the last one left & it had a defect!!  Argh....just my luck. 

Are you into Helmut Lang? Yes or no?

SERIES: Let's Get This Look

This is a new series called, "Let's Get This Look" - where we put together a SIMILAR wardrobe to help you "get that look" based on what others are wearing.  It's that simple.  We'll post this series every 1-2 weeks. Enjoy!
 

Would you wear this look??

model image via fashion vibe /// tshirts via asos here & here /// handbag marc jacobs

/// grelylin monroe vegan leather skirt via revolve clothing /// vanessa bruno skirt via les nouvelles /// ray bans  /// valentino leather skirt  /// manolo blahnik

FASHION: Blues

Hi everyone! This is Adri of Adri's World. I'm very happy to be here with my first contributing post to MADE BY GIRL. Let's get started, shall we?
 

Although we are still in deep summer weather, I wanted to introduce you to a color that made almost all the runway shows for this upcoming Fall season—from Valentino and Gucci to Chanel and Prada. Blue, in all it's shades and beauty! 

 

I've begun to see blue in boutiques here in NYC and I'm loving that it's made it's way back! Blue is one of those colors that looks great paired with any hue. Wear it with denim in different shades or make a bold statement with black and white.

Those Dolce & Gabbana striped sunglasses, a cobalt blue silk top from Madewell paired with denim and that Rebecca Minkoff bag and you are ready for a day of fun! How about adding a touch of color to any outfit with those Zara sandals and that amazing House of Harlow necklace or maybe just a pop of color with an Electric Blue Dior manicure!

I think I'm ready to add more blue to my wardrobe! How about you, is blue a color for you?

1.dolce & gabbana sunglasses, 2.house of harlow necklace, 3.zara sandals, 4.dior nail polish, 5.madewell silk cami, 6.rebecca minkoff bag

-post by adri

Fashion: Festival Fashion

Hi lovelies! Its Carlinn here from Superficialgirls and I am getting ready for the festival season! Get out your cut-offs and maxi dresses, your boots and flower crowns and be ready for some seriously chic music festival style. Its your chance to be quirky and let your personal style show so be creative!

I love the mix of floaty feminine dresses paired with utility jackets and boots and if you always wanted to wear tie dye, now is your chance. Online you will find loads of stores with dedicated festival wear sections so you don't have an excuse not to go wild.

Here are some festival outfit essentials:

1. Funky sunglasses like these round ones from Asos

2. Denim shorts are always a go to when the weather is hot, we love ones with a bit of color from J Brand

3. Pile your arms with bracelets and let them jingle while you dance for a festival feel

4. Floral headbands make a statement and people might even mistake you for Lana del Rey

5. Flat booties are essential for dancing in the dirt!

 

Images via Pinterest

-post by carlinn

Anine Bing is in the House

I can't tell you how many times I've searched for the perfect pair of leather pants.  Ones that would make me feel like Joan Jett & a bit of a BAD-ASS on days I feel like crap. I came across my all-time favorite pair from Balmain (which Kate Moss always wears) and I got soo excited! The excitement didn't last long when I saw the price tag, gulp. Hopes were dashed. Then, a few weeks ago.... I found a pair that looked quite similar, by Anine Bing. Let's just say I fell in love.

So.... I saved up & was able to get the Anine Bing leather pants. The price is still a bit steep, but good quality leather pants don't come cheap. I mean even the zippers are big & sturdy, love them. Call me CRAZY, but leather pants are a must in any wardrobe. 

Do you own a pair of leather pants? Do you wear them casually or just on dress-up days? 

images above via:

 passions for fashions /  sincerely jules / blogg mama

pants/aninebing

striped top/asos

clutch/shopbop

shoes/alice + olivia

Fashion: Black + White Trend

Hi everyone!  It's Kat from With Love From Kat.  I hope you're all enjoying my fashion posts!  This week I wanted to get back to basics and talk about wearing black and white.  This color combo is classic, flattering, and chic.  

If you're ever stumped on what to wear - resort to a simple black and white ensemble.  I love how style icon Poppy Delevigne added a bright pink clutch to her outfit - such a fun pop of color.  Get their look and update your wardrobe with these versatile pieces.

1.  Zara coat

2.  Prada cat eye sunnies

3.  BCBG Max Azria clutch

4.  Maje cuff 
or similar here.

5.  Pour La Victoire booties

-post by kat tanita

Fashion: Neon is Back?

Hi everyone, its Carlinn here with some bright neon fashion inspiration! Neon is a trend that is definitely not ready to bow out yet and we are so glad. Its going from strength to strength and we are seeing it paired with neutrals to add a splash of color, with structured pieces to add some flair and by itself for a sun soaked day look.

My favorite ways to wear this look is with accessories (think big bold statement necklaces) and bright nail colors. This way you can update your wardrobe for less and make any outfit fun.

                 Do you love or loathe this eye catching trend?

1.Neon green beanie from Topshop   2.Essie lights   3.Fluorescent lace dress from Topshop  4.Kate Spade wallet   5.Kate Spade watch

Images via Viva luxury & Pinterest 



-post by carlinn meyer 

Fashion: Burgundy

Hey guys! Jocelyn here. Fall is officially upon us and I have been having fun putting my wardrobe together. I've noticed that Burgundy is definitely the it color of the season and can't get enough of it. It's been everywhere it seems. I actually tend to come back to this color year after year. It's a great alternative to a neutral and compliments all skin tones.
 

Check out some of my favorite Burgundy finds. Hope you guys have as much fun shopping as I did putting this together.
 

H&M ad | Co-Lab purse | Rag & Bone knit sweater | 3 Custom Color Lipstick | Deborah Lippmann nail polish | Aurelie Bidermann bracelet | Banana Republic hat | 3.1 Phillip Lim blouse

-post by jocelyn sanchez

DIY: How To Dye Jeans

Happy Monday!!  It's Anna here, How's everyone?? Today I'm sharing a little Rit dye DIY. If you've never used it before, don't worry... this was my very 1st time working with it, and it wasn't difficult. I am loving all things maroon for Fall, so I felt it appropriate to pick their lovely burgundy color called "wine." 

With my dye, a bucket and a pair of pants in hand, I got to work. This is easy people. I'm telling you...

Following the directions on the container of dye, add the appropriate amount of dye to water.

Submerge.

Wearing a glove (or in my case a plastic bag) rotate and mix the contents of the bucket. 

After 30 - 60 minutes of soaking in dye, rinse thoroughly.

Now, here I let the pants dry and then did a 2nd round of dye to get the rich burgundy color that I was going for.

Done. They are the perfect Fall skinnies. I think you need a pair too.

-post by anna weaver

Camo Gear on Birthday

I realized that as we get older some things don't matter as much. These days the most important things to me are my family & my faith. So, even if turning 39 (last week) wasn't the best news, it's nice to know (this year) I'm having 3 celebrations. 

I've already celebrated a few days ago - on my b-day with my sweet husband where he cooked up a nice meal for us + dessert! Today I'll be celebrating with my family + it's also my mom's birthday! Last but not least - this Friday I'll celebrate with my wonderful friends from church, all whom I cherish so much. It's a bit of a surprise party for me, meaning my guy is planning most of it, all he asked me to do was PLAN MY OUTFIT.

So, here it goes. Like many of you ladies, I LOVE fashion. 

One trend in particular I've been spotting is the ARMY & camouflage look. From tops, to jackets, to shoes, to even clutches. This trend is all about mixing up the camo gear with bright NEONS, gold accessories or just wearing it casually.  I'm really loving this look above, it's now the INSPIRATION for my B-day outfit this Friday! 
 

So far, I've got the pants from Zara, the gorgeous Brickel handbag from Alexandra Satine, the heels from Vera Wang & of course the jewelry from my own shop, MadeByGirl.

(image above jen ramos)

These are the camo pants I bought here at Zara - aren't they cute?!?? They fit really well too, although I found they run a bit small. I'm normally a size 4 - but had to get a size 6.

(image by jen ramos)

The jewelry is mostly from my shop. The cross bracelet I wear almost everyday. However the 'Jesus' bracelet is a piece I had a local street vendor make for me, it's also a favorite of mine! 

 (images by jen ramos)

The Alexandra Satine Brickel handbag. This bag is AWESOME! From looking at it you wouldn't guess, but it is a convertible handbag. You're like, "what is she talking about???" - Well, I'll just quote from Alexandra's site.

"It is Stylish yet practical by removing the bottom portion to be used as an over the shoulder bag. The tote comes with inside pockets while the bottom portion once turned into a bag has a top zipper, inside pockets and a front slip pocket. Comes with removable and adjustable chain." 

 (image by jen ramos)

The Vera Wang heels are my fave part of this outfit. I've been wanting a pair of cuff heels & finally got these.

(image above by jen ramos)

Now, I'm off to find an interesting shirt to complete the look! Do you dress up for your birthday? What did you wear??

-images from top to bottom: 

garance dore

fashion mind

atlantic-pacific