Simplicity Wears the Crown

For months people have been desperately trying to figure out what designer Kate would wear down the aisle.  Not to our surprise the royal princess wore Alexander McQueen gown. The white satin v-neck gown was topped off with a nine foot train.  It had a sweet heart satin cut with a v-neck lace overlay. Kate looked beautiful and she played it safe and classy with her gown just fit for royalty.

Spring Minis

Over Easter break I have received loadssssss of emails from Express, Forever 21, & Charlotte Ruse advertising their spring collections.  All these retail stores were advertising their spring collections which included summer dresses.  The print, cut, and styles all catch my attention. Express has a smaller variety of day wear dresses, and they are not pocket friendly.  Forever 21 is the perfect store to find affordable and trendy dresses. 

Forever 21 Dresses

Rent the Runway

Have you ever thought you could not afford designer clothes, but wanted the garment more than anything in the world? Or maybe you were able to afford a designers piece but it was so memorable you can only wear it less than 4 times a year, and you talked yourself out of it.  Well if this is you I found your solution!!

Rent the Runway is a website that rents out designer collections.  You decide what pieces you want and how long you want them for and then and pay for it, and Rent the Runway mails it to you for the duration that you please.  It is like Netflix meets Runway. Check it out http://www.rentherunway.com/

Housing Works

Housing Works is a chain thrift store that sells home goods as well as clothes.  Housing works is advocator in HIV and STD prevention and awareness.  There are 10 Housing Works thrift shops in New York City. They offer memberships where there is a fee but you get a minimal of 10% off your purchase every time you shop there. Once you’re already a member each store has additional discounts that they offer to customers that are members.  They have designer clothes at such an incredibly low price check them out. As a college student it is definitely some place to look into.
shoppinghouseworks.com

Whitney Eve....With Love

Whitney Eve launched her third line at New York’s Fashion week.  Although her pieces are not pocket friendly …..especially for a college student.  I decided to write about Whitney because she has an inspiring story.  Whitney is a LA native and went to the University of Southern California.  Whitney was an intern for Tommy Hilfiger before she became a star on the MTV series "The Hills" where she interned for Teen Vogue Magazine. 

In "The Hills" Whitney showed how a strong work ethic and determination can get you a long way.  Whitney left Teen Vogue and got a job offering at People's Revolution.  Kelly Cutrone (owner of People's Revolution) taught the do's and don’ts of the fashion industry.  

..We might not all get to be stars on TV, but her passion and drive has opened up a world of opportunities. Whitney is a remodel for all aspiring fashion designers; you can't just wake up one morning and have your line featured in fashion week.  You have to work your way... ladies and gents start interning.  

Forever 21 Collaborates With Rory Beca

Rory Beca, a California designer just partnered up with Forever 21 for a new line called L.A. based- Beca. This is the second time Forever 21 has collaborated with a designer. L.A. based- Beca features one shoulder garments to knitted tanks.  Rory and Forever 21 made the new line affordable ranging from $6 -$33 .  Forever 21 is a fast-fashion retailer at a low budget cost. 

Stylelist.com has an exclusive interview, click the link below to see the interview.

Interview

Naomi Defensor - Real World Las Vegas

Many people have talked up a storm on twitter and face book about Real World's latest cast member Naomi Defensor.  Naomi is a personally friend of mine and she definitely has an amazing sense of style.  Being a Bronx native she feels that New York is the greatest city to shop in. If you tuned into the premiere episode this past Wednesday you can already tell she is has dresses up her day wear with scarf’s; unique hair styles and, heels. 

You can check her blog for more fashion updates naomimtv.blogspot.com or follow her on twitter @naomimtv