Sephora Trend Report: Spring 2011

Since the seasons make-up trends start on the runway, I wanted you guys to see this great video of Sephora's Trend Report for Spring 2011.

Some excerpts:
- Orange Lips
- Pastel colors (less sparkle, more shimmer)
- Vivid Brights (return of the 80s)
- Luminous Golds
- Romantic Neutrals
- Bold Cheeks

www.sephora.com/go/springtrends

Alexander McQueen - Spring Summer 2011 Fashion Show

I'm going to switch it up a little bit and dedicate this blog to one of my favorite designers, Alexander McQueen (R.I.P). He has an amaaaaaaaazing collection for Spring / Summer Ready-to-Wear. I really respect what Sarah Burton is doing with the brand and keeping McQueens original avante gard designs alive.

www.alexandermcqueen.com

DIY: Rhinestone / Embroidered Tights!!!

While browsing the web, I came across these beautiful rhinestone/embroidered tights. It seems as though it would take a lot of time to do this but you would be wearing something that is YOUR design.  No one at the party will be wearing these.  I'm going to attempt to create these and I'll let you guys know how they turn out.
Other trending tight designs for the upcoming season:

GUESS Accessories - Spring / Summer 2011 Campaign

My favorite brand GUESS JEANS has a new Spring / Summer 2011 accessories campaign. The theme of the campaign is "Sail Away With Me" with an added GUESS sexy chic twist. It features handbags, rings, necklaces and other jewelry accessories in the shoot. So FAB!!!!!!!!!!

Visit: www.guess.com to see more of their Spring / Summer 2011 collection.

PHONE COVERS!!!

I get this question all the time, "Where did you get your phone cover?"  I LOOOOOOVE glittery phone covers.  They add a really nice sparkle to your outfit.  You can pretty much get them anywhere from where ever you bought your phone to the little kiosks' they have in the mall. (that's where I got mine)  They're around $20.  I found this great website that has really cute ones for cheap, like $3.95 cheap!

Go to: http://www.overstock.com/

Sleeve Tattoos....an Accessory? hmmmm

I'm not brave when it comes to pain.  But I think a woman with a sleeve tattoo is the sickest accessory EVER! Kat Von D is one of the most famous tattoo artists in the world.  Her work is amazing.  Here are just random pictures of beautiful women with sleeve tattoos:

Celebrities: Beyonce at Allstar

Beyonce accompanied hubby Jay-z at the 2011 NBA Allstar Game this past Sunday.  A girls best accessory is always her shoes! These Christian Louboutin Daffodil Platform Heels are serious!

Visit: http://www.christianlouboutin.com/

i heart skulls

Skull head accessories are the perfect trend to spice up your simple look and make it edgy.  Here are some of my favorite skull head accessories:

Cat Eye this Spring!!!

I've always followed the styles of Marilyn Monroe.  She's pictured here with cat eye glasses.  This style can make even the simpliest outfit POP! I'm a huge fan of these sunglasses. Alexander Wang has the best collection out today.

http://www.alexanderwang.com/

Let's See What "Taylor Says"

Art imitating life at its FINEST! I was obsessed with the streets and graffiti art in my teens.  This brought me right back to those crazy high school years. This girl is something special.  Taylor Reeve is a young artist out of LA.  She is known for her hand painted brand of street art, 'Taylor Says.' She is celebrated for her uniqueness and hard core edgy street style.  Here is more of her beautiful work.

Visit her blog: http://www.taylorsaysss.blogspot.com/
Shop: www.etsy.com/shop/taylorsays

Welcome To My Blog!

Hi everyone!  This is my very first blog. This blog will be about what I love the most, ACCESSORIES!  I love extravagant jewelry pieces as well as shoes and handbags.  Other accessories that I love are hair accessories, cell phone cases, make-up of course, nails, and fun things to do with your hair like a cute wig or long extensions.  The name of my blog is SosoXstrav, soooooooo these won't be your normal accessories.
Let’s Have Fun!


-Shieda