Summer 2013 Fashion Trend Inspiration Board: MAXI DRESSES

Summer Summer Summer!  

As I have mentioned in my previous post, Summer is one of my favorite seasons! =)  And it just so happens that one of Summer 2013's most popular clothing trends is also one that I adore!!!  Can you guess which one I'm referring to?

MAXI DRESSES!  

Lol... I've never been a huge fan of Maxi Dresses until this year.  For some reason, I've always had the impression that Maxi Dresses were too formal to be worn on a regular day, but I totally take that back!  It all depends on how you style the rest of your appearance with your dress that determines how formal or casual your outfit will appear!  And when I say the rest of your appearance, it includes makeup, accessories, jewelry, and hair!!

The reason why I love Maxi Dresses...is because they're so easy!  What do I mean by easy?  Instead of taking the time to think about what pieces to include into your outfit, all you'd have to do is slip on a Maxi Dress, and wallah!! you are ready to go (unless you want to take some time to match your dress with jewelry =)) ! lol  I think I've mentioned a billion times already...but I'm the type of gal who loves comfort!  I can't stand wearing things that are too tight and will have me feeling uncomfortable the entire day; therefore, Maxi Dresses are one of the greatest fashion inventions to me! =)  Besides them being easy to wear and match, they also look quite stunning on! =)

I've been a huge Lookbook.nu addict lately!  I love how much creativity and style each lookbook individual has ... and so with that being said, below is a collage with pictures that will hopefully give inspiration to those who want to style their Maxi Dresses for various occasions! =)

http://lookbook.nu/user/52455-Kryz-U/looks

http://lookbook.nu/user/3068-Olivia-L/looks

http://lookbook.nu/user/4146074-Jenn-L/looks

http://lookbook.nu/user/3193150-Katerina-L/looks

http://lookbook.nu/user/3361787-Helena-C/looks

http://lookbook.nu/user/2268000-Wing-Y/looks

Yep, this is it to my Maxi Dress collage!  I'm absolutely in love with Maxi Dresses, and I can see myself wearing them for the rest of the Summer!  Do you guys have any Fashion Trends that you are absolutely in love with? haha if so, I'd love to know what they are! =)  

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WASTELAND - My Current Favorite Online Retail Store! =D

One day...I looked into my closet and thought to myself, "Wing.... you have way more than enough clothing. There are so many pieces in there that you don't even wear more than twice a year, perhaps not even once in the entire year... so why are you buying more clothing?"  I think this is a reality that many people face haha.  When I was younger,  I used to buy clothing like there was no tomorrow.  Ok ok I'm being a little overly dramatic here, but what I mean is...I used to buy clothing without thinking about whether I actually needed it or not.  And the thing about me loving fashion...is that my style always changes, which means what I liked last year might not be something that I'd currently wear...

Anyway, since my realization...I've seriously bought less clothing.  I realized that I could be using my money on something more important, and perhaps just saving the money up for more practical and useful things in the future!  Despite shopping less, haha there's no harm to online "window" shopping right (haha get it?  Using Window 7?  Sorry that was dumb LOL.)   There's no window that I'm actually looking through, but it's the same idea where I'm browsing but not buying!   So yep, that's exactly what I've been doing, and my current favorite online retail store is......Dun dun dun......

WASTELAND! Here: https://www.shopwasteland.com/

Below are some pieces that I am currently in love with & would love to share on my blog!  Check it out! =) 

Evil Twin

Bruise Easy Babydoll 

$108.00

https://www.shopwasteland.com/womens-new-dresses/Evil-Twin/Bruise-Easy-Babydoll/0040T-1DR132-038/

I am absolutely in love with this dress.  Scary though...cause it's almost as expensive as my prom dress!  Anyway, I'm in the phase right now where I adore over sized garments, so this dress works perfectly!  What differs this from other dresses is seriously the unique tie-dye color as well as the black dipped bottom!  I haven't seen something quite as daring as this, and how nice it would be if I owned it! LOL 

One Teaspoon

London Boys Call Playsuit 

$158.00

https://www.shopwasteland.com/womens-new-dresses/One-Teaspoon/London-Boys-Cali-Playsuit/12031/

Alright, LOL, so this dress officially surpasses the price of my Senior Prom Dress!  It's super pricey, but I love it!  I love the shape of this dress.  It's tight enough to give the body some shape, but loose enough to exude comfort!  The front lacing is absolutely stunning, and I love the subtle yet stylish shoulder cut-outs! 

Evil Twin

Bad Scene Dress 

$108.00

https://www.shopwasteland.com/womens-new-dresses/Evil-Twin/Bad-Scene-Dress/0040T-1DR132-037/

Here's another dress from the Evil Twin.  So far the Evil Twin is my favorite brand when it comes to dresses that Wasteland carries.  I love this dress because of the print and color, and most of all because of the super flattering shape it provides!  This bustier dress with a sweetheart neck-line act likes a flattering corset that compliments our upper body, and a flared bottom that gives our look some "ooomf" LOL!  I love this dress!!!!  

Stylestalker

Panthers Lace Dress 

Originally: $128.00

Now: $89.89

https://www.shopwasteland.com/womens-new-dresses/Stylestalker/Panthers-Lace-Dress/3122018/

To be honest...I have mixed feelings about this dress.  I think the peplum shape of the top is absolutely stunning...but I don't think it's something that'll compliment everyone.  Despite the nice shape, I think this dress is super duper dramatic.  The contrast between white and black already calls attention, but the super dramatic floral lace doubles the drama.  I think this dress is stunning on the model and she pulls it off..but I'm not sure how versatile this dress would be.  It looks amazing, but I think it'd be a little too dramatic for a casual day out, interview, or even an evening party.  

Evil Twin 

Ungrateful Life Tank 

$65.00 

https://www.shopwasteland.com/womens-new-tops/Evil-Twin/Ungrateful-Life-Tank/ET0950/

Another item from Evil Twin!!! =D  My new fashion trend is.....TIE DYE! =)  I think tie dye is quite dramatic and some people might even see it as tacky, but who cares, I love it!  I don't have anything that's tie-dye but I do see myself getting my hands on some LOL!  Besides the pattern, something else that I like about the top is that it's cropped, which is super popular this year!  Though I favor this trend...I don't think I'll be able to wear cropped tops until I lose some of my belly!  haha  

Cotton Candy Dream Top

$32.00

https://www.shopwasteland.com/womens-new-tops/Cotton-Candy-Dream-Top/0096D-1ST131-002/

LOL this top matches the name perfectly!  It seriously reminds me of some sweet and yummy cotton candy! The vibrant colors are very pretty and eye catching, and not to mention it has a  Tie-dyed pattern!!!!  I love the style of the top, and it's actually pretty affordable compared to everything else in the store!  LOL  It's interesting how the Ungrateful Life Tank (Top: Above the Cotton Candy Dream Top), is more than double Cotton Candy Dream Top's price!  

Striped Hot Shorts 

$38.00

https://www.shopwasteland.com/womens-new-shorts/Striped-Hot-Shorts/0122D-1SO132-004/

OMG how adorable are these hot pants?  I love the striped pattern, I love the colors, and more importantly I love how these pants have a high waist line & have slits in the front!  Slits are extremely popular...especially for next Spring, and I think the slits make the perfect finishing to these shorts!  

Jamie Short

$38.00

https://www.shopwasteland.com/womens-new-shorts/Jamie-Short/0122D-1SO131-013/

These shorts are too awesome!  =)  hehe  It's interesting...cause I probably would have never guessed that I'd end up liking something like this.  I used to be a jean shorts fan, and would never really put any thought into trying pants like the Jamie Short.  I think the shorts are so fun!  The colors, like almost all the items I favored, are fun and colorful!  Again, like the pair of shorts above...I love how these shorts are high waisted!  haha and I think the black lace brings uniqueness to the shorts!  <3

Alright, so this is it to the Wasteland items that I am currently in love with! =) I've never actually been to an actual wasteland store, but I'm seriously aiming to visit their store(s) in the near future!  I heard their stores are split into 2 sections, 1 with clothing from brands their carry, and the 2nd section with thrift items that they purchased from other people.  I think that's pretty cool!  One thing that I love about thrift stores is that some of the most unique clothing can be found there, which minimizes that chances of other people owning the same item the buyer.  haha  Anyway, Wasteland carries some of the most unique and stylish street chic apparel I've seen, and their fashion style is something I seriously respect and love! =) <3!  I'm most likely not going to purchase anything...but it's just nice to share what I love on my blog! =)  

New Youtube Video: Winter Collective Haul Part 1!!!! =)

So...I know that there are many cultures out there, and people follow different traditions and all!  As a traditional Chinese Asian, I've grown up following the tradition of buying new clothes and necessities for the new year!  =)  I grew up learning that a new year, meant new clothing and necessities, which meant a new start, and a new and good luck for the year!  Whew...wow that was a mouthful of words!  Anyway, following that tradition, I actually bought quite a good amount of clothing for 2013!  I'm the type of person who loves shopping.  lol I like finding good deals, and I guess maybe buying a top or two every so often, but I never splurge on clothing!

Anyway, my favorite store is and has always been Forever21!  And guess what?  That's exactly where I bought most of my clothes!  I'm sure I've mentioned this before, but throughout the passed few years, I've actually began to shop less at Forever 21, because I felt that it's prices got higher.  It's either that, or it's cause I actually learned how hard it is to make money!  It's so easy to take things for granted when things are constantly given to you...well in this case, me.  So yah... I started shopping less at Forever 21.  It was last year that I learned of Forever 21's awesome end of the season sale, where everything on sale is an extra 50% cheaper than the already marked-down price!  Therefore, haha I went a little crazy, and shopped shopped and shopped!  =)  I bought a lot of things for this year, and I really wanted to share what I bought; therefore, I made a video to show you guys my awesome finds! =) hahahaha

Video Below!  Please Watch! =):

It was so much fun filming this video, and I actually have a part 2 coming up!  The video would be way too long if I showed everything I had, so I decided to split my purchases into two videos!  So remember to stay tuned for that one! =)  

My youtube channel, is Sparkling Louder, and a list of my videos can be found on the right hand side of my blog!  

My post today is simple and straight to the point....minus the first two paragraphs, LOL but anyway, hope the video is enjoyable!  

Anyway, before I end this post, I just wanted to share a video on my blog!  I was being the typical Wing, roaming through youtube and watching cute animal videos, and I came across this video that brought a smile onto my face!  It's about a tortoise helping it's friend (another tortoise who is flipped over, and struggling to flip back to it's feet)flip up!  So cute!  

Hope this video brought a smile on your face as well!  haha the tortoise moves pretty slow, but nonetheless, I still find the video very cute and touching! 

My Seasonal Must-Have #2: Rompers!

   

IMAGES ABOVE ARE FROM PINTREST.COM

From my title, I'm sure you guys have realized that this is my second seasonal must-have post.  The first post was about Chambray Button-Ups, and you can find the post right here.  

http://sparklelouder.blogspot.com/2012/10/1-my-seasonal-must-have-chambray-button.html

Anyway....

Rompers, Rompers, Rompers

I guess rompers can be considered one of my current obsessions, as well as my seasonal must-have.  Lately I've been realizing how much I adore rompers.  I love them not only cause they are cute, but cause they look great on their own, and are a great go-to piece on my lazy days haha =)  Seriously!  Like..on a lazy day...I might be too lazy to put an outfit together... and something that I'd go to are rompers.  I mean it makes sense right?  Rompers are basically a top and bottom connected together...so it just makes up an entire outfit!  So in the summer, I can just wear a romper out, and feel confident that I look put together!  And on colder seasons, I can simply wear a blazer, or even top the romper over with a sweater to complete my look!  haha See... Rompers are so convenient!  The only thing I dislike about rompers, is how inconvenient they are..when it comes to using the restroom...I don't need to go into details cause I know you guys know what I mean! =)  lol  

Alright, so here is a little mood board/collage that I put together with some romper/outfits that I find extremely adorable! =)  

ALL IMAGES ABOVE ARE FROM PINTREST.COM

haha while I'm blogging on rompers, I'm actually browsing for some cute rompers for myself as well.  I'll show you guys which ones I like, and I'll have the direct link to them as well, so if you like them, you guys will know where to find them! =) 

ALL IMAGES BELOW ARE FROM EBAY.COM & Forever21.com) 

(Two of my favorite places to shop! =D) 

OMG THIS IS SOOOOO CUTE!  I LOVE THE COLOR AND I LOVE THE BACK! =)  I'D WEAR THIS, BUT THE BACK IS SLIGHTLY TOO SHOWY FOR ME.  

http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-Navy-Blue-Ivory-Star-Print-Wrap-Crisscross-Back-Loose-Romper-Jumpsuit-Shorts-/121020514803?pt=US_Womens_Jumpsuits_Rompers&var=&hash=item1c2d6281f3

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Korea-Womens-Bowknot-Strapless-Jumpsuits-Rompers-Casual-Cropped-Pants-Gray-0979-/271116564135?pt=US_Womens_Jumpsuits_Rompers&hash=item3f1fce76a7

I REALLY LOVE THIS!  IT'S SO CASUAL YET CUTE!  LOVE THE PASTEL COLORS! =)  IT'S SUCH A GOOD PRICE!  $9.84 FREE SHIPPING! =D

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Womens-Floral-Print-Summer-Chiffon-Casual-Tops-Short-Romper-Jumpsuit-S-Size-594-/180926743114?pt=US_Womens_Jumpsuits_Rompers&var=&hash=item2a2013024a

http://www.ebay.com/itm/L126-Women-Double-Breasted-Drawstring-Short-Jumpsuits-Rompers-Jump-Suit-Pant-S-/310532718820?pt=US_Womens_Jumpsuits_Rompers&hash=item484d3140e4

She looks Stunning! 

http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=jumpsuit_romper&ProductID=2031556968&VariantID=

Here are two cute rompers that I think will be great for the holidays! =)  

Anyway, yeah so this is the end of my post!  Hope it was enjoyable! lol.  I'll be uploading my Out of the Day tomorrow, and lol guess what I'll be wearing?  A romper!  So yeah remember to check out tomorrow's post! =)  Take Care Guys!  

FALL 2012 Trend Alert: Collars & Collar Necklaces!!! 

As most of you may know, collars have been extremely in this year.  We're not just talking about regular boring collars that you see attached to a polo shirt, but we're talking about statement piece collars (studded, sequinned, embellished, crystallized, laced, or just somehow enhanced to make a big pop!)  It doesn't matter whether you are wearing a top/blouse/dress/etc. with an attached decked collar, or if you're stylizing your outfit with a collar necklace, just by wearing a decked out collar to spice up your outfit, you are ultimately part of the newest fashion trend! 

Though decked out collars & collar necklaces have gained its popularity earlier this year, it is now more in trend and fashionable than ever! 

All Images Above Are From: weheartit.com 

MARNI Embellished Poplin Collar

http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/315515

(I think this collar is super pretty!  Too bad it's $430.....)

As of now, I still haven't gotten my hands on a collar necklace, nor have I decorated any of my collars.  haha I'm actually kind of excited to start a DIY project after this post. haha I'll definitely post a picture of my masterpiece if I ever get to it! =)  

Anyway MY Outfit of The Day!!! 

(This was actually from yesterday!)  Notice the Collar? =) haha I actually found this top at little boutique called "My Mom's Closet" =), I absolutely love stuff from the 70s & 80s.  

(No Close Up Picture of my make-up though, cause I was extremely tired that day, and that showed in all the close-ups. =( ) 

I really love the outfit I wore yesterday!  But I have to admit, I felt a little odd walking around the streets, cause I kinda felt like I was from the wrong century...LOL  

Despite it still being super hot in Cali, I've actually started to back away from bright and neon colors, and transitioned to more fall appropriate colors.  

OMG!   I absolutely love my new bag!!! 

Bag Brand: Mark Leather

Matched my outfit with a nude pair of wedges.  

Brand: Qupid 

Simple Vintage Bracelets! 

Last close-up of my outfit! =)  

Hope the post was enjoyable! =) 

-Wing <3