DIY: Necktie into Bangle

Menswear is a huge trend this season that I wanted to try without spending a fortune.  This project cost me about $6 dollars to accomplish. I purchased the bangle from Bealls Outlet for $2.99.  I chose to purchase it from Bealls Outlet instead of a craft store as it is sometimes cheaper to buy discount … Read more

Peach Glitter Booties With Leopard Sweatshirt

I have been trying to figure out what else to wear with my glitter booties and decided that leopard was the way to go.  Loving the mix of peach, sea foam green, and purple for a nod to the color blocking trend. Glitter Booties & Leopard by aprilgolightly featuring sheer tops   Miu Miu glitter

Phone Booth Change from Work to Dinner in a Flash

  Fall 2011 Telephone Booth Quick Change Go from Work to Dinner in a Flash by aprilgolightly featuring a chain necklace When I was working for this Italian restaurant during my teens, my boss always complementing my quick change abilities.  He pointed out how I fast I changed out of my work clothes into evening … Read more

Mash-Up of Prints and Power Colors

This fall I have been mixing so many colors together that I would never considered in the past. This is my take on color blocking and mixing some very cool prints today.  I would love to wear this outfit! Mix of Power Colors by aprilgolightly featuring gemstone jewelry Wet Seal wool sweater $27 – wetseal.com Sportmax military … Read more

Cropped Sweater DIY Idea

  Street Style : New York by marina-castro featuring a duffle bag  

Neon Night Out With BCBG

  Neon Night Out with BCBG by aprilgolightly featuring high heels  

Annie Hall Knows How to Work Menswear

Annie Hall might not have had the best taste in men, but her menswear look has been emulated since the film’s debut in 1977.  Break out a suit and tie with some tasseled flats.  As a petite gal, I am shying away from the flats and opting for some height with a tasseled heel.  You … Read more

Save the Date!

My fiancé is an awesome filmmaker and photographer that loves to take pictures of me, but sadly we have very few pictures together.  This made our engagement photo shoot ultra important!  We have a ton of empty picture frames sitting around the house waiting for our nauseating couple shots that adorn side tables of people … Read more

I Ain’t Afraid of No Ghosts!

I ain’t afraid of no ghosts, but I’d rather wear a costume referencing pop culture.  Halloween has always been a means for me to express my creativity. Normally, I guard my Halloween costume choice until the final unveiling on Halloween.  I literally (properly defined) start planning for the holiday starting on November 1 every year … Read more

The Awesome-ness that is I-ELLA

I-Ella is an amazing fashion website gearing toward the do-good-fashionista in all of us. You can buy, sell, and swap designer items with confidence and be social responsible at the same time. Cannot beat that! Look good and feel good…where do I sign up?  I-ELLA sets aside 10% of every transaction fee for a charity or … Read more

OOTD: Neutrals With Statement Necklace

Now that fall is here, I paired my Miu Miu inspired DIY booties with a pair of dark wash skinny jeans. The best part of the glitter trend is that they act as a neutral.  I threw on the polkadot jacket because I like to slip them into my outfits in fun and unexpected ways. … Read more

OOTD for Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Pink Pucci Business Casual

Wearing: Emilio Pucci top from Consignment Shop Encore Plus; Tahari Tweed Pink Skirt; Jewelmint Desert Rose Necklace; Jewelmint Western Wonder Bracelet; Swarovski Bracelet; Swarovski Earrings; Ralph Lauren Lucite Sunglasses; and Burberry Sandals.

Ebay Reselling–Missoni for Target Experiment

Everyone is venting their frustrations about the ebayers selling Missoni for Target items for double the price of retail, but no one is talking about the original price markup on these iconic goods. I am sure that the cost to make half of the Missoni for Target items is less than a dollar. It is all … Read more

First Rent the Runway Experience

I finally tried out Rent the Runway! I have been on the mailing list for a while, but was apprehensive since I prefer to re-wear my clothing.  I decided to try it out for my engagement photo shoot because I was having a hard time finding a dress locally.  Also, I know that if I … Read more

Missoni for Target

Missoni is coming to Target this Tuesday (9-13-2011) for a limited time. I have been looking for a Missoni item to add to my closet for months and I almost bought a Missoni towel from Gilt a few weeks ago. But, once I heard that Missoni was making a line for Target, I stopped looking and … Read more

Always Wear White After Labor Day

Tomorrow is labor day and I plan to wear white jeans to work on Tuesday in direct protest to the fashion rule forbidding this.  The origins of this rule are debatable, but most people agree that it has something to do with the end of summer.  Labor day is a reminder to put away leisure-wear … Read more

Breakfast in Venice

During the hunt for the perfect wedding ring for my future husband, I started browsing on Tiffany website and had the pleasure of discovering Paloma Picasso’s new Venezia collection.  It is inspired by the beautiful city of Venice, Italy.  Paloma’s Goldoni is based on the ornate cast iron gates that offer a glimpse through the windows … Read more