Month: August 2016

Ilvermorny Inspiration: Horned Serpent

Ilvermorny Inspiration: Horned Serpent

Show off your smart style with fashion inspired by this brainy Ilvermorny house. Horned Serpent logo via Pottermore As mentioned in my last article in this series (on fashion inspired by Pukwudgie house), the Ilvermorny house I most wanted to be sorted into was Horned Serpent.  

Would You Wear… a Vinyl Trench Coat?

Would You Wear… a Vinyl Trench Coat?

Wannabe spies, meet your fall obsession. All runway images courtesy of Elle. (L-R): Christian Dior F/W ’16 RTW, Lanvin F/W ’16 RTW, Proenza Schoulder F/W ’16 RTW It’s all in the art of trickle down fashion-nomics. Trends start at the top on the runways, then move 

Fashion Inspiration: LOFT's August 2016 Lookbook

Fashion Inspiration: LOFT's August 2016 Lookbook

Get a head start on fall fashion by using these chic outfits as inspiration. Photo Credit: LOFT Autumn is quickly approaching, and if you’re looking to ease into a few seasonal ensembles, LOFT’s August “Monthly Edit” is the perfect source of inspiration. This lookbook is 

The Most Essential Back to School Item: Your Planner

The Most Essential Back to School Item: Your Planner

Neglect an agenda at your own peril. I would be lost without my planner. It’s something I use every day and it’s my most important tool for tackling the new semester.  Many college students use planners, but in my opinion, they don’t use them religiously enough, only 

My Favorite Celebrity Looks of Summer 2016

My Favorite Celebrity Looks of Summer 2016

These are the ensembles I drooled over this summer, worn by some of my top girl crushes. Photo credit: ELLE. This summer, we’ve seen some huge pop culture events, from blockbuster movie releases to Hiddleswift to “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.” And of course, 

Unexpected Fashion Inspiration: Olympics

Unexpected Fashion Inspiration: Olympics

The Olympics may be over, but you can still use them as inspiration until next time! Gisele proving that fashion and the Olympics go hand in hand. Photo Credit: ELLE.com I won’t lie, I’m not too into sport. But then, every four years, the Olympics 

What Your Fave American Girl Dolls Would Be Up to Today

What Your Fave American Girl Dolls Would Be Up to Today

After all, where would we be today without them? American Girl logo via Wikimedia Commons Ah, American Girl dolls. Can you believe that these best-selling 18-inch besties have been around since 1986, and are still going strong in 2016? That’s right, these historical heroines are 

How to Keep Your Room Looking Fresh All Semester Long

How to Keep Your Room Looking Fresh All Semester Long

Don’t let your space lose its shine after the first few weeks! We’ve all been there: You’ve just moved in, and your room or apartment is looking Pinterest-perfect. But as the semester rolls on and you get busier and busier, suddenly things start to look more 

Looks on Campus: Emily – University of Michigan

Looks on Campus: Emily – University of Michigan

Patchwork, skulls, and glittery sneakers? Emily makes it all work. Emily, a soon-to-be senior at the University of Michigan, enjoyed her summer at home in NYC, but is happy to be returning to campus for fall. Her outfit is the definition of city-meets-country chic, featuring an 

Class to Night Out: Oversized Denim Jacket

Class to Night Out: Oversized Denim Jacket

1993? Meet 2016. Products: 1, 2, 3 The oversized denim jacket has been around the fashion block many times and seems to be taking yet another stroll. From two-sizes-too-big styles to denim dusters, this ’90s throwback trend ranges in length and size and is easy to tailor to your aesthetic.