4 Ways to Wear a Flannel (Fashion)

Even though it's not quite fall yet, you can get a jump on this awesome grunge style right now. One of my favorite pieces... a Flannel!

First of all, flannels are super easy to come by. Try thrift stores first. (Goodwill, Salvation Army, etc.) But you can also get them at Forever 21, Rave, Kohls, JC Penny, and tons of other stores. I would get a basic red plaid flannel that buttons down and comes down to your mid-thigh. (that way, it's more versatile) And don't forget, flannels are always great for cooler weather!

So here it is- 4 Ways to Wear a Flannel!

(And remember, with these outfits you can try out some new jewelery ideas!)

1. Sexy Lumberjack!

First, button the flannel all the way (or leave a button open on top, whatever you choose.) I always roll up the sleeves a little bit. Then, tuck it into a pair of dark rinse jeans. Pair it with black suspenders and black boots. (I like to wear a pair of open-toed black booties with it.)

2. Pretty in Punk

This style is simple but looks crazy and fun. Once again, button your flannel all the way up and tie on a regular black tie. Then, pair it with a black pencil skirt. This style also looks good with boots and chain/silver jewelery.

Girly Grunge

This one is a great outfit for those Monday mornings where you just want to be comfortable... but it also looks classic grunge. Wear your flannel open over a t-shirt (I picked my Nirvana t-shirt) with a pair of light rinse jeans. Add some hoop earrings and Converse and you're good to go!

Polished and Collared

This look is a bit more popular and less daring. First put on a Polo shirt, either black or white. Then, put on your flannel over it and leave 2 or 3 buttons open on top. Put on a pair of jeans of your choosing. For shoes, I'd wear some open toed or strappy shoes.

And there you have it, 4 fun flannel ideas!

-Ruby

Make Up Ideas (Fashion) Part 2

The next look I want to show you is really fun and can really start a conversation. I call it the Peacock Eye because, you guessed it, it looks like a peacock. Now, this could take some time, (no more than 15 minutes though) so leave yourself enough time to do it.

This look really looks great with blue eyes.

Here's what you need:

1. Maybelline New York Eyeshadow in "Sapphire" (see below)

2. Black Mascara

3. Black Liquid Eyeliner

4. OPTIONAL- Purple and Green Eyeshadow

Step 1- Dab water onto your eyelid and put on the white from the "Sapphire" eyeshadow.

Step 2- Using the black liquid liner, draw 2 small dots right about the crease of your eyelid.

Step 3- Use the teal blue (the greenish blue) and put a line following your crease.

Step 4- Apply dark blue in the outer corners of your eyelid.

Step 5- OPTIONAL- Apply purple eyeshadow of the outer corners of your bottom lid and apply green eyeshadow to the inner corners of your bottom eyelid.

Step 6- Line all of your inner eyelid with black eyeliner.

Step 7- Apply black mascara.

Step 8- Pair with coral (orangey- pink) lips to bring out the purple and green!

Experiment with it!

-Ruby

Make Up Ideas (Fashion) Part 1

Make Up is just as expressive as your clothes. So, I decided I would show you some of my favorite make-up styles. One is more basic, one you can wear on less fancy occasions and the other is a little more wild and crazy. Keep in mind that you can use your regular foundation for both of these looks.

The first one is Classic Black and Silver. It has a lot of edge to it and brings out any color eye. It basically looks like a punky pin-up girl and it's pretty easy for when you don't have a whole lot of time to spend.

Here's what you need:

1. Black Liquid Eyeliner

2. Black Mascara

3. Black and Silver eye shadow (the duo from Hot Topic is the BEST!)

Step 1- Dab a little bit of water on your eyelid and apply the silver eyeshadow in the inner corner of your upper lid. (always dab water onto your eyelid right before applying eyeshadow. It helps the make-up stick and show up more vividly.)

Step 2- With a brush or your finger, (either one works, but sometimes your finger gets outside the lines. Just wipe the unwanted parts off with a cloth) apply the black eyeshadow to the outer corners of the upper lid. Apply on your lid and just a little bit above the crease.

Step 3- Using the black liquid liner, make a VERY THIN line on your top eyelid, right on the lashline.

Step 4- Apply black mascara to upper lashes. (I always go from the base of my lashes and move the brush in a zig-zag motion while I'm pulling out to the end of my lashes. It makes them fuller.)

Step 5- OPTIONAL. You can line your lower lid with black to make it heavier.

Step 6- Pair this eye make-up with a really bright, vibrant red lipstick. It looks amazing!

SEE NEXT POST!

Perfect Pieces- Combat Boots (fashion)

So you have a favorite outfit, right? (even if you don't, just go with it) Well, what makes it your favorite outfit? Maybe a favorite piece? That's how it is for me. I sometimes pick out and outfit designed around one piece. One of my favorite pieces to add are Combat Boots.

Combat boots definitely complete a look or add some spunk and punk to an already completed outfit. Here are some ideas to add to your combat boots!

1. Combat boots and Skinnies:

This is look is a classic. It has a little more "ummph" than just your average t-shirt, jeans, and Converse. Skip the Vans and go with combat boots with your skinnies tucked into them. Then add a band t-shirt of your choosing and some chunky silver jewelery. (Don't forget a studded belt!)

2. Combat boots and a fitted dress:

I love this combination. Try a tight, form-fitting dress with a great print, such as floral, plaid, or just something bold. But I would stay away from colorblock dresses. To me, it looks odd. If it's chilly, add a leather or dark rinse jean jacket. Add knee-high socks to poke out over your boots. To soften the look, add a scarf or a knit hat. To make it bolder, add Aviator sunglasses or red jewelery.

3. Combat boots, leggings/tights and a skirt:

This a much more "trendy" or "mainstream" look, but it can really work. And you can mix it up a lot! Try a solid color t-shirt paired with a skirt. Leather mini skirts look awesome and funky. If you're not into that, try a lace skirt or a solid color pencil skirt (pencil skirts look amazing with combat boots. Gotta love the contrast!) Then add a pair of bright leggings or cool tights. If your feeling really crazy, try striped leggings.

Great stores to get combat boots:

1. Hot Topic (their boots can be pretty expensive but have crazy colors, studs, and other embellishments.)

2. Doc Martens (also expensive but great for basic combat boots.)

3. Thrift stores such as Goodwill, Salvation Army, etc... (go vintage!)

Have fun!

-Ruby

The Alternative Style

In my opinion, the Alternative style is never one specific style. It's a million styles, ideas, and pieces put together. "Alternative to what?"- you might ask. Well it's alternative to the norm, the mainstream. It's something funky, something different, something that not everyone will like. It's a little bit punk, a little bit artsy, a little bit edgy and a lot a bit original.
This is the whole point of this blog... to be original! I'm just showing some of my ideas. It's always up to you to like them or change them. So, I hope you enjoy!

Cheers!