My Style: Blue Jaguar

Today's Look:  is all about the blue, faceted beads linked with large, metallic rings, resembling a gold chain necklace.   Normally, I don't base the outfit around the jewelry or even try to make the jewelry the focal point, so today's post is unique.   To start the look off, I chose to style my statement necklace with an outfit that would compliment it, while remaining casual.  First, I chose my similar-in-color, blue jaguar print top.  The top's color compliments the necklace's color, while also accenting the necklace's chain with its gold studs sewn around the arm sections.  Next, I chose faded-gray skinny jeans.  Since the top portion of the outfit is blue, I wanted something other than regular blue denim.  Finishing off the look, I wore gold, braided sandals, gold square earrings, an infinity bracelet, an animal print headband, and a black/gold accented purse.

Outfit Details:  Top by Blu Pepper at Foot Fetish (Prescott, Arizona), Pants from Express (Scottsdale, Arizona), Shoes from Delia's (Tucson, Arizona), Purse by Betsey Johnson at betseyjohnson.com, Bracelet at Dillard's (Prescott, Arizona), Rings from Avon, Necklace c/o Charlotte Russe ❤.

Fashion Tip:  When wearing a colorful statement necklace, matching one of the colors that's in the necklace along with a blouse of the same hue really makes a beautiful, noticeable ensemble.

Below, I included a collection of bold, bright necklaces and their links.

Necklaces and artwork found here.  

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My Style: Back It Up

Today's Look:  is all about going back to school.  Now, as a college student I have a lot more freedom in

wardrobe than I did in high school.  In college there is no dress code, so the shorts are going to be shorter and the tops are going to be a tad smaller, but not ridiculous.  To start the look off, I chose my high-waisted, black, polka-dotted shorts and dark pink crop-top.  Since my post is in honor of back to school, I chose to accessorize with a Southwest canvas backpack.  When picking out outfits for school, I love matching my backpack to my outfit.  Normally, people just buy one and use it till it breaks and carry a purse around as well, which seems like a huge hassle in my mind.  I, on the other hand, love to buy a couple of backpacks and switch it up once in awhile, to match whatever outfit I chose for the day.   Finishing off the look, I chose my black military boots, white socks to match the polka-dots, a cross necklace, three silver rings, and silver, bedazzled hoop earrings.  I also curled my hair to add a feminine touch to a somewhat edgy outfit. 

Outfit Details:  Crop-top by Wet Seal at Wet Seal (Tucson, Arizona), Shorts by Delia's at Delia's (Tucson, Arizona), Backpack by Forever 21 at Forever 21 (Tucson, Arizona), Boots by Steve Madden nordstrom.com, Earrings by BKE at Buckle (Prescott, Arizona), Rings by Aeropostale at Aeropostale (Tucson, Arizona), Necklace by Forever 21 at Forever 21.  

Fashion Tip:  Since summer is coming to an end and back to school shopping is in the works or about to be, remember to focus on buying backpacks as well as clothes.  Growing up, I would always look at people's backpacks and see who is wearing what.  Even though people may not say it, they judge your backpack.  In school, purses tend to be tedious and backpacks are essential, so make sure to buy a backpack or two that compliment your wardrobe.  Southwest inspired backpacks are not only super in right now, but they are also very colorful and work as a great accessory to any ensemble.  Below I included a selection of southwest printed backpacks as well as their links.  

Southwest Backpack: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

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