Happy Halloween!! Submit your pictures!

Happy Halloween everyone! I love this holiday because it's a chance to express yourself to the fullest! Whether you want to show your dark side, or play with your sexy side, Halloween is fun for everyone! Check out some costumes I found around instagram:

(that's my dad!)

 

(that's me!)

Stockings, Leggings, tights; what’s the difference?

Building from our Leg warmers post, do you know the difference between stockings, leggings and tights? And when to wear which?

Behind The Scenes: Tattoo Bar Shoot w/ AK artistry

What an exciting weekend I had! I managed to pull off, with the help of my partner Amy K, a 12 look photo shoot! Styled exclusively by AdoraStylez!! This was Amy's idea and I am so grateful she brought me in. After some set backs (like losing the photographer) and some flakes (4 models out of 8, no hair stylist and no assistant!!) we got into the swing of things! My AWESOME photographer Robert came through short notice and he rocked it out! The girls looked amazing in their outfits and Amy's make-up was FIERCE! The location was Tattoo Bar in Washington DC.... Check out the behind the scenes and stay tuned for the final product!!

Make-up excellently provided by Amy K! (you can request her for your own shoot or event here )

BIG THANK YOU TO OUR MODELS:

Megan

Melissa

Sunny

and Gabby

[gallery]

DIY: Embellished Ankle Straps... Part 2

Love it! Check out this DIY diva's ankle strap makeover!!

DIY Diva: Old Tank to Skull Cut Out Tee

As I was preparing outfits for an upcoming photo shoot- First one where I am strictly BEHIND the scenes as the stylist/ wardrobe!!- I remembered how I saw one of my girlfriend's post a photo on how she made her own version of the very popular skull cut out tee! And suddenly! I knew what this outfit was lacking!! Digging through my PJ and workout clothes drawers where I have my wife beaters and old t-shirts, I found a old men's tank from one of my exes that had shrunk in the wash... BINGO! I traced my pattern with a highlighter that barely showed up, but the great thing about this tee is you don't have to cut it perfect, in fact, you don't want it perfect, but centered helps!! Here ya go:

 

 

 



 

What: Skull cut out tee

Cost: Free!

Time: 10 minutes

Materials Needed:

Tee shirt, any size any color

Scissors

Pen/ Highlighter/ Marker

Idea for pattern

How:

1. Find your ideal pattern on the web, copy a shirt that you like, either print it out or have your laptop/ smart phone close

2. Trace your pattern onto the back or the front of the tee (depends on what look you want), be sure to leave space between holes so you don't accidentally rip them in the wash or at a party



3. Cut out the pattern from your shirt



4. Done.... or get creative like I did- I cut a moon out of the front of the shirt to make it a half shirt and then cut a fringe into the hem, this will fray up in the wash and won't look so clean cut and just done.... experiment with other ways to cut out shirts, here are some ideas: http://kentwired.com/10-ways-to-cut-up-your-tee-shirt/

ENJOY!

DIY Diva: Old Frame to New Jewelry Holder!

Weeks and weeks and weeks ago, I went to my favorite thrift store looking for home decor for my bland apartment. I got GREAT stuff that day, a photo frame, new fabric for hanging, these awesome paper lanterns, and this wood frame. I was convinced I could do something with it, if not turn it into a mirror, why not a chalkboard or a tray or simply stack it on the floor with other art pieces, I knew the possibilities were endless! Butttt I never got around to doing anything with it... UNTIL NOW! If you can imagine, I have half a ton of jewelry and with this new store, I plan to have a full ton quite soon! I hateee keeping jewelry in boxes, I have to much, it gets all tangled, there is never enough room... I hate having my litte earrings get lost and flung out of the dish I had... I hate finding that perfect earring match, just to find out there is no back on it.... SO I decided I would some how use this frame to make a jewelry holder. I thought and thought and this is what I came up with!

 

 

What: Chain Jewelry Holder

Cost: Free- Should be no more than $30 if you are frugal or already have craft supplies at home

Time: 10 minutes- Half a day if spray painting

Materials Needed:

1 frame as long as you desire, could be an art frame, photo frame, frame you make yourself etc. (go the thrift store perhaps!)

1 foam board, color of your choice

Hot Glue gun and Hot Glue sticks

Scissors or razor blade

Chains- Can be from old necklaces, necklace chains from jewelry making or craft stores, any chain can do

Spray Paint- If you intend to paint your chains, the frame or even the back board to make it stand out

newspaper or cardboard

Picture Hanger- the metal piece that you nail it to give the hanger in the wall a place to rest, your frame may already have this

Hammer

Wall Picture Hanger- The metal piece you nail in the wall with a hook to hold the frame

How:



Prep: lay cardboard or newspaper down on hard surface, plug glue gun in

1. Turn your frame over so the back is facing up to the sky, notice the lip where the painting would go. Lay your chains across the frame, spread them out according to how many you have and how long your jewelry is. I put the first and last chain close to the frame to gain as much space as possible, I have 6 chains across my frame.



2. Glue one side of each chain down, be generous but discreet, you don't want glue showing in the front. Glue the other side, you don't have to go directly across, try diagonal, nor do they have to be pulled tight. Keep in mind that earring backs, necklaces or bracelets will pull the chain away from the back board so allow a slight looseness on the chains.



3. lay the foam board on the frame and mark where the foam board meets the frame, cut the foam board a half inch larger to allow for adequate gluing space. Glue the foam board to the frame.



4. Since you did not use the lip, there is a gap between the chains and the board, that is ideal for inserting earrings. But now you have a gap between the frame and the wall!! Use a piece of foam board to buffer that gap and nail the hanger to the foam board and the frame (like a sandwich) this should allow the frame to be hung normally. If you already have a hanger installed, use a bigger hook on the wall to let it accommodate the space.



5. WALA! Turn it over and admire your work! Start putting jewelry on it! I just put a pair of sunglasses! Use the chains for stud earrings and never lose a back again! Perfect for hang earrings, clasp your necklaces around them!! 

6. Hang it on the wall near your dressing area or prop it up like I did!

 

Enjoy DIY Diva's!!

Fall 2012 Collection Highlight: Red Blazers

Purchase these blazers here: http://adorastylez.highwire.com/products/sweaters-blazers?pagesize=12

[slideshow]

RED is the HOTTEST color this Fall! Every fashion expert, blog and magazine keep coming back to how red in all shades is everywhere! Check out these not-your-typical red blazers now available for purchase at Shop.AdoraStylez.com!!

Great with jeans, skirts, casual or business you will get a lot of wear out of these!

Happy Shopping!

[gallery]

We Love These/ Trend Alert: Leg Warmers

I think I am in love with leg warmers! WHY? Well it's not their vintage (can you believe the 80's were 30 years ago!!) charm because the 80's was pretty funky then and its still pretty funky now.... It's their practicality that I love!! If you are anything like me, you don't have self warming ankles, but you still love your pumps, but you hate those panty hose dress socks.... dilemma?? Not anymore people!!! The key is to experiment with different looks, so you feel comfortable & confident. Whether, you wear them slouchy, knee or thigh-high, the trendiest way to wear leg warmers right now, is over tights, leggings or skinny jeans and then inside a pair of boots.

PS. I am selling every color you can think of  here!! Shop.AdoraStylez.com!!

Leg warmers not only add color but warmth, and they are cute!! I paired a purple pair (say that 5 times fast!) to match with my outfit for this shoot but you don't have to be so matchy!! Check out how other people around the internet have worn their leg warmers!!

Trend Alert: 2012 Fall Trends

Browsing my usual blogs and sites today I came across this video on Youtube from The Morning Blend on Fall 2012 trends, I posted earlier this season about the peplum and red trends, so here is a reminder for your fall wardrobe!! Model Shelly Goodstein explains why these trends are flattering and how you can apply them to your closet:

[wpvideo pFR3To2N]

Check the rest of the Fall 2012 Trends here!

 

We Love These: Nectar Sunglasses

Soo gone are the days of beaches and BBq's (for most of the world) and here are the days of jackets and soon hats and gloves :( BUT the sun is still out and you deserve to have some summer fun in the colddd winter! How? Nectar Sunglasses!! 

www.NectarSunglasses.com

For Men and Women!!

Over the weekend I was hanging out with a friend who introduced me to KC Johnson, Photographer and Media Producer for Image Machine LLC (https://www.facebook.com/imagemachinellc) who happens to be shooting a campaign for Nectar Sunglasses.... So you know sunglasses, you can buy those things anywhere right? YEA but can you customize 3 pairs for $30??? UH NO you can't!! That's what is so awesome and RIGHT about Nectar Sunglasses, custom designed by you at a price that makes you want a pair in every color combo! (BTW there are over 150,000 combos so go crazy!!) Get this, it gets better.... you can pop the lenses out and replace them with a new set when you get bored! Glow in the dark? Clear lenses? Different color arms? The possibilities are only limited by you, so go and create your own today!! Check out the coupon code below!

Take advantage of this limited time offer!! I'm ordering mine today!! Check out some of these color designs for inspiration!!

$145 ray-bans

$10 Nectars!!!

Trend Alert: Military Training

When you think military style, I hope you see buttons and neutrals rather than head to toe camo and bullet proof vests! Military style is classic, think about the soldiers in World War I, not the soldiers in Afghanistan, the past had style, charm and they looked good in their fitted, tailored and button uniforms!

[caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="230"] World War II uniform[/caption]

A simple way to pull of this style is to remember these rules:

-Olive and Khaki are neutrals like black, white and brown

-One camo item is enough!

-Straight buttons

-Pronounced shoulders

-Fitted jackets

We have put together some examples for you:

 



 

Casual, chic, or dressy military style works for it all!!!

Personal Shopping Success!! Black Lace Dress

We are pleased to announce that Sheree in Indiana is now happily awaiting the arrival of the perfect black lace dress she requested! After submitting 6 dresses, we finally found the one! A long sleeved, knot front black lace dress from Victoria's Secret!! The ruching is flattering, the color is thinning, the lace is sexy and the neckline is unique! Take a look at the endless possibilities below:

 

 

Enjoy your new dress Sheree!!! Click here to get your own personal shopper

and find that item you have been dreaming about!!

Fall 2012 Collection Highlight: Orange Draped Dress

Purchase this dress here: http://adorastylez.highwire.com/product/hi-low-drape-dress

[slideshow]

I just loved the unique shape and pattern on this dress, it's a light weight material but once I paired it with my brown leatherette jacket, it was Fall 2012 ready!! I suggest buying a size up because the unique drape is a bit limited by the lining.  Pumps, Boots, Sandals in the summer, this dress is one of a kind and versatile!!

Skies the limit! Happy Shopping!