Stated Beautifully

There's nothing that I love more than a good statement piece. A clothing item, accessory, or handbag that has so much personality you don't need to utter a word for people to get to a sense of who you are. I am constantly on the search for bold necklaces to add a hint of excitement and mystery to my wardrobe. So you can imagine how giddy I was when I found this brass fringe necklace at Macy's, a deep emerald piece at Forever 21, and a fuzzy leopard print skinny belt at Urban Outfitters. Just as Olivia Palermo states, these pieces deserve an outfit to showcase and celebrate them. I can't wait to pair these green-based hues with violet pieces, vibrant pinks, and cobalt blues (where I feel they will most stand out) and the leopard print belt with basically anything and everything. However for now, I will just admire these items as they hang in my accessories holder.

I love how quirky and fun the stripes are on the bead part of the necklace! It really makes the necklace stand out!

Watching the latest episode of 90210 (yes I do indulge in soap opera-like teen television) I noticed something familiar dangling from Silver's neck. Could it be? Yes people I think Silver and I share an accessory! I love how the costume designer for the show put together this look, it's very edgy and yet chic. I'll definitely use this picture for inspiration when looking for an outfit worthy of this piece.

Some Like It Hot.

I am literally melting. It just reached 102 degrees where I live in California and I honestly cannot fathom doing anything at this point in time. The heat radiating from my computer screen will be the death of me, but I love you all too much to stay away. This kind of love is quite similar to my love for shopping. Yes people, after babysitting for 5 hours today, I shopped. It was so wrong, but was sooo right. Check out my purchases!

(Top, from l to r): HiP open cardigan from Nordstrom, floral dress from Target, Sparkle & Fade studded cropped shirt from Urban Outfitters. (Bottom from l to r): American Rag denim shorts from Macys, lace leggings from Target

Close Up! I love how this dress has a belt because when put on it gives you this 50s homemaker vibe. I'm excited to wear it into fall with a gray knit sweater, brown belt, eggplant purple tights, and boots or flats!

After my shopping excursion I lent a helping hand to my sister who was torn between which outfit she should rock on the first day of school!

The heat makes us all a little crazy!

Do you like this skirt!? It's mine, I bought it for a cent at Nordstrom during Black Friday. Turns out, someone who attends my college actually designed it. How cool is that?

I made her accessorize with this my zippered headband from Urban Outfitters. I love how unique and girly this headband is!

Who Loves UO Shorts?

HC loves UO shorts! Aren't these the most adorable shorts you have ever seen? Glad you think so! As of 2:30pm today, they are all mine for only $10 at Urban Outfitters. I've already begun trying these babies on with cropped tops, military buttons downs, and pocketed tanks. The slouchy fit and lightweight material is just perfect for summer; but the style is so versatile that I could wear into fall. I think I'm in love!

Body(suit) Bounce

Ever since my introduction to Lady Gaga, in early 2009, I have been fascinated as well as terrified of bodysuits. These glorified leotards left little to the imagination in the bare-all fashion Ms. Gaga wore them. However, despite their scandalousness, these onesies offer an undeniable badass edge to any fashionista willing to embrace the trend. Recently, I gathered up the courage to buy a bodysuit from Urban Outfitters (the fact that the sales associate was willing to give me 50% off didn't hurt either). Seen Here! From the moment I tried it on I felt liberated. The comfortable feel of the cotton and the risque cut-outs in the back had me wondering personally why I hadn't dared to make this purchase earlier. What are your takes on the bodysuit?

bodysuits! by vivalachanel featuring Seven For All Mankind jeans

Summer: For warm-weather seasons, I love body suits with trousers, fuller skirts, and oxfords. Since bodysuits are so revealing, it's best to keep other features more modest without melting in the summer heat!

Fall: When it gets colder body suits are great foundations for layering. I love how they look with skinny jeans pulled over with cute boots and a cropped sweater. Who says you can't flaunt what you got in the cold?

P.S. This post was made possible by a curious enquirer of bodysuits who requested a post on my Formspring. I encourage you guys to contact me there about any questions you may have or requests for future posts :) Click Here to Formspring Me!

Don't Judge Me...

Saying I'm a shopaholic would definitely be an understatement. Most shopaholics, as some may have seen on True Life: I'm a Compulsive Shopper, don't realize they have a problem with spending. I however, see the problem, and am enabler to myself. Is it bad that I don't care? Don't judge me! Anyways, here are my most recent purchases!

Reading, shopping, and going out is basically what my life consists of as of late. I thought this photo accurately captured this!

Marshalls/Ross: I found this amazingly cute cardigan that's super long in the front, but a normal length at the back and has buttons at the bottom so that in can be converted into a scarf. I also bought a plain purple T, and a knit sweater with cropped kimono sleeves.

Detailing on the white sweater I bought! (seen above)

Urban Outfitters: I'm obsessed with this bodysuit with the cutouts in the back, it's super slimming and cute. I also loved this soft grey shirt as a layering piece.

I was in love with these cute nail polishes from Urban. I am obsessed with greens and blues for nails currently. It's such a transformation from my usual pinks and purples!