Bare Creations http://www.barecreations.com/ is an amazing company that designs backpacks for your convenience but also for you to look fashionable with.  They are bare because they are practical.  If you have too much going on with a design, it looks tacky.  With Bare Creations, you can carry your goods with you and still look great regardless of what you are wearing. 

I received a white Brixton Backpack.  This backpack was so soft and beautiful. I use it for my laptop, camera, and ipod.  It was so comfortable and I love all the pockets and storage compartments. The lining inside is so soft and perfect for my gadgets! There is padding in the shoulder straps which is great because my shoulders get tired easily.  I feel great knowing that my laptop is out of harms way while I’m on the go with it!

My Advice: Carry your most prized items in a Bare Creations Backpack and not only can you keep them with you and carry them safely and securely, but you will be making a fashion statement while doing so!

I received no monetary compensation for this review. I received a product sample for the purpose of my review. All opinions expressed are mine and mine alone.

The Knit Hat Trend

Open any magazine this Winter, and you will see atleast one or two celebs wearing a knit hat.  It's the latest trend to keep your head warm without messing up your locks.  The hat adds so much to any look.  

Slouchy knit hats are great because they are comfortable and leave enough room on the top of your head that it won't totally press your hair flat. These knit hats are also great because you can leave them on inside without getting terribly overheated!  Everyone should own at least one, at least I think so! I have 3!

The Key to Successfully Wear Tiger Print

It's not an easy thing to pull off Tiger Print.  While other animal print designs such as leopard and zebra are easier because they look better with accessories, tiger print can look tacky if there is too much, or even if you don't have it with the right accessories.

Obviously, a dress looks great alone, maybe with some simple black pumps.

Tiger print leggings look best with a simple black top.  That way, the part that sticks out is the actual Tiger Print. 

So you see, keeping it simple is key.  You want the main attractiion of your outfit to be the tiger print design, so whatever you do, don't take away from it!

Another great way to rock stripes is with shoes! They look great with a little black dress.

So what did we learn today? Keeping it simple with colors and designs is key.  Your tiger stripes are already going to draw attention, so don't add anything else that makes your outfit look too busy.

Stars Shine at Sundance

Despite the cold weather, celebrities have been kicking off their appearance at Sundance Film Festival the past few days with warm clothing and bright smiles.  Everyone looks so great, and I wanted to share a few of my favorites.

Kate Bosworth looks amazing with a simple red dress and red heels. Her slick ponytail helps her red dress be the main attraction.

Taylor Swift kept very warm in these adorable boots.  Perfect for a country girl, right?

Ice-T and Coco, although I am not normally a fan, looked great in their puffy fur coats. It's kind of nice to see Coco covered up when the weather deems it necessary right?

Zebra Pen Review

Products such as Z-Grip Animals are the perfect item to keep you fashionable even in the office!  These awesome pens have a nice rubber grip for writing balance. They have great animal print designs on them and write very smoothly!

I received a pack and I love them. I keep some at home and some in the office.  They are very easy to write with, don’t get spotty with ink, and have lasted a very long time so far! I get many compliments on them especially since everyone knows I love animal print.  These are very cheap at $3.75 for a 5 pack!  And you can find them at many different retailers nationwide such as Staples, Office Max, Office Depot, Walmart, K-mart, and other office supply stores.  Check out the Zebra Pen Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ZebraPenUS.

 I received no monetary compensation for this review. I received a product sample for the purpose of my review. All opinions expressed are mine and mine alone.

Ark Clothes Review & *Giveaway* Ends 1/27

Ark Clothes is a great place for Men’s, Women’s and Kid’s Retro inspired clothing. They have a great selection of clothing, bags, and accessories, and everything is so fashionable that there are many wears to wear it. I especially love the Retro Inspired Bags from Ark Clothes.

I received a Bob Marley bag. This is great for electronics, and other items that I want to tote around when I’m out and about on the weekends. I LOVE the image on it, and I love the style of the bag. The adjustable handle is amazing and perfect for me since I am always changing how I want to carry my bags. I love the quality of the image printed on the bag as well!
My Advice: Express yourself and store your goods in style with a fashionable bag from Ark Clothes!
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Red Denim - An Obvious Statement

They might seem a little bold, but it's actually relatively easy to pull off a look with red jeans.  Not only is your statement already made, but you probably already have the shirt you need to wear with red jeans.

A simple black or white tee will suffice, alone with some flats, or simply heels.  The best part about the outfit is that you will feel relaxed and comfy yet you will look super chic.  Red naturally gives you a more dressy look.

You can also wear a top that you tuck into the jeans, if you want to show off a belt, or draw more attention to your legs.  But if you just want a relaxed look, throwing a tshirt over top can also do the trick.  It seems like every magazine I look in lately, more and more celebs are wearing red denim!

It's super easy to make a great look from red denim - check out this look and keep it affordable!

Statement Studs by ellenr886 featuring super skinny jeans

Forever 21 striped long sleeve shirt
forever21.com

Vero Moda super skinny jeans
asos.com

Dollhouse black bootie
dsw.com

Gold handbag
windsorstore.com

The Infinity Scarf - Infinitely Amazing

I have been seeing more and more people AND celebrities with Infinity Scarves.  An Infinity Scarf is a long scarf that you wrap around several times to help give you a chic casual look.  It's comfortable and it's a great way to use a scarf as an accent to your outfit.

A lot of celebs wear Infinity Scarves and it's not hard to match a pattern with your outfit.  The great part about it is if you have a simple color on like a gray top with black or blue jeans, you can brighten your entire look with a pink, red, or any other bright color in your Infinity Scarf.

These scarves may not keep you as warm as a wool scarf, but they sure help you look great when you are out on the town.

Pippa Middleton Reminds Us of The Power of A Scarf

I love this!  One could easily wear something like this without the scarf, but with the scarf, it adds so much more texture to this outfit. Pippa Middleton really knows what she's doing.  Even the color of her coat seems a bit bland, but with a textured look from this scarf, it has completely upgraded the outfit.  This is a reminder that before you head out the door, see if there's anything simple you can add to your look to make it a bit more exciting!

For All Time Clocks Review & *Giveaway* Ends 1/17

For All Time Clocks is a great way to combine your love of interior decorating, scrapbooking, and home design. With For All Time Clocks, you can add a personalized design to a clock, add custom words, and display in your home for all to see. This is a great gift idea for virtually anyone!

I received a 12” clock which I had customized with a photo of my one Chihuahua Stella. I love this clock! Not only is it beautiful, it works great, and it matches the rest of the décor in my living room. I love how the picture was faded onto the clock. This clock means so much to me because I love seeing my little pup’s face on display!!

This would also be a really good gift idea as an anniversary gift, wedding present, housewarming gift, birthday, or any other holiday.

My Advice: Decorating your home with a personalized clock helps bring style AND meaning to any room!

One lucky winner will receive a 12” clock.




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Melie Bianco Brandy Belted Front Handle Bag at Silvia's Handbags

This gorgeous Melie Bianco Brandy Belted Front Handle Bag is available at Silvia's Handbags right now! You can wear it over your shoulder or you can carry it by the handle. It is expandable so it's perfect for any occassion whether it's work or play.  It's a very spacious bag, that's for sure. It's made of faux leather and
measures 15"x 11" x 4.5" with 16" double handles. 

The Drain Claw Review

I love The Drain Claw! For years I have had issues with my drain in my bathtub. Well no wonder.  I take a lot of showers and my hair is pretty long.  The Drain Claw will help prevent backups, and will keep your pipes clean and flowing.  Better than paying an arm and a leg for a plumber, right?  I received a Drain Claw and I am in love!!!



You would not believe the amounts of hair I pulled out with this thing. It was SO easy to use and I didn't get messy at all.  It worked so easily, so quickly, and so effectively. I feel like I have all new drains now. The water drains out so quickly, and there's never any backups anymore.  The hair was just clumped up in huge amounts. There was so much! I can't believe it still!

My advice: Get this product!!!!!  You will save time, money, and hassle!

All opinions are my own. I received a sample for review purposes but all opinions are 100% my own.

Amethyst Jeans Review

Amethyst Jeans are one of my favorite brands of jeans ever. They have the best fit and they have so many awesome trendy styles.  I've always liked Amethyst Jeans since their capris and shorts fit me so well, and once I tried their jeans, I fell in love.  They are great quality and go through the wash just fine.  There are so many different styles to choose from. 

My personal favorite are the ones below, with the holes.  They give a relaxed look at any outfit and I just paired these with a pair of comfy Skechers sneakers and a simple plain blue tee.   Their website has a great size guide to help you figure out exactly which size jeans you will need, and they also have a great store locator tool so you can find out which stores in your area carry Amethyst Jeans. I am very picky with jeans, but I adore Amethyst Jeans!

My Advice: A good pair of jeans is necessary for every wardrobe!

I received no compensation for this review. I did receive a sample for review purposes. All opinions are that of my own and are completely honest. 

Stiletto Hardware Review

Stiletto Hardware is a wardrobe requirement!!  There is nothing more painful than a night in heels, where you are practically crawling home at the end of the night.  Sure, heels and pumps look amazing, but they kill your feet.  Well, with Stiletto Hardware, it’s now more comfortable to dance the night away and strut yourself when you are out on the town. Stiletto Hardware provides insoles that absorb shock and mold to your feet.

I received some samples from Stiletto Hardware. They were very very easy to insert into my shoes.  Just peel off the bag, align, and stick!  After a few hours in my heels, I noticed I wasn’t in pain like I normally would be.  In fact, my feet were very much comfortable and at ease. I love the shapes these came in, they were perfect for the different shoes and boots I own!

My Advice: Stock up on these, and put them in every pair of heels you own!

I received no monetary compensation for this review. I received a product sample for the purpose of my review. All opinions expressed are mine and mine alone.

Urban Walls Review & *Giveaway* Ends 1/10

Urban Walls is an awesome etsy shop! It’s full of wall décor that goes on easily and can spice up the mundane look of basically any room in your home. Painting is a hassle, and wouldn’t it be nice to have something that goes on quickly and easily?

I received a Chalk Decal, which is great for anyone that likes to stay organized and leave themselves reminders. Or if you are inspirational, you can put it in any room and just write a new quote on it each day. It was really easy to put on and it was also really easy to write on, and erase! I can’t believe what a brilliant idea this item is! These are great items for a kid as well because they can practice writing and drawing on it. WOuldn’t it be great to put one in their room so they can embrace their artistic side?


My Advice: Urban Walls has some great and affordable ways to make your home more unique and beautiful!

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Guest Post: 4 Tips on Wearing Trapeze Dresses

4 Tips on Wearing Trapeze Dresses

This guest post is by Creative Fashion. She teaches women how to be creative and gleeful fashionistas.

Trapeze shapes are interesting but a little challenging to style. They come in many forms - trapeze dresses, trapeze coats and trapeze blouses. But if you´re not careful, it´s easy to get caught in a trapeze shape and left looking pregnant or completely out of shape.

A trapeze dress is something that is tight on the bust and extends freely as it reaches the hemlines. It looks like letter A and there are plenty of rooms in it. Trapeze dresses can look flattering to some but can also look very unflattering to those who aren´t aware of right tricks to use.

If you love to put a hand on trapeze dresses, follow these four tips and you are guaranteed to look great regardless of your size or height.

1. The right trapeze if you have thick arms



If you are heavy in the arms, a wrong trapeze dress will highlight their thickness. To drive the attention away from your arms, go for trapeze dresses that are sleeved. Another trick you can use is by layering a sleeveless trapeze dress with a t-shirt.

2. The right trapeze if you´re very busty



If you´re very busty, the trapeze dresses that will complement your gift and curves are those with scoop neck. Try a trapeze dress in a stretchy jersey with a scoop neck, then wear accessories that steal attention such as killer shoes or great handbags.

3. The right trapeze if you´re very slim



If you're very thin or small chested, try a stiff trapeze shift dress or top with spaghetti straps. Because the dress is roomy, it will add you volume while your exposed shoulders and arms give balance to the overall look.

4. The right trapeze if you´re very tall



If you're very tall, find the trapeze dresses that are a little shorter than intended on you. Try layering up with some skinny jeans or tights underneath.

In order to look flattering in a trapeze dress, it´s important that you know the right style and cut that will complement your figure. To avoid looking pregnant in this silhouette, steer away from overly exaggerated trapeze garments with multiple layers. Remember these tips whenever you put on a trapeze shape dress for a gorgeous, ultimate flattering look.

Have Your Say

So tell me darlings, which trapeze shape do find most challenging to wear? What styling tricks do you use in wearing trapeze dresses?