"U.S. of O." Event Sponsored by NYDJ

Beautiful strappy heels, cuffed skinny jeans, and a silky blouse make a chic combo.  Add statement jewelry, a fringe purse, and a black hat and you've made the perfect outfit.  I was lucky enough to enjoy a day at the Scottsdale Fashion Square mall at the U.S. of O Event which was a fashion show for NYDJ clothing held at Nordstrom in Scottsdale, Arizona.  NYDJ is known for engineering a slim silhouette in dress, top, and jean designs.  O Magazine paired with the brand on tour to encourage women of all shapes and sizes that they are beautiful.   Adam Glassman, Creative Director for O Magazine, hosted the show and kept the energy high. I enjoyed meeting him, talking about New York, fashion, and the magazine industry.  Getting to select an outfit for the event, I was invited to the champagne reception and fashion show.  It was an enjoyable afternoon and a nice break from my studies.  BTW, my last two final exams at Yavapai College were yesterday.  Yay!  I now have my Associates of Applied Science in Graphic Design and am searching for where to live next year while attending ASU.  Summer vacation has officially started for me, and I'm going out tonight to celebrate Cinco de Mayo :)  Xoxo, Shelly

Top and jeans courtesy of NYDJ
Shoes courtesy of Not Rated
Bag courtesy of T-Shirt & Jeans
Hat and necklaces from Forever 21

    

My Style: Earth Day Neutrals

Today's Look:  is all about celebrating Earth Day and wearing neutrals.  Every April 22nd, Earth Day is an annual event on which activities are held that demonstrate and promote environmental protection.  In honor of this respectable day, I chose to dress in greens, browns, and beiges.  My favorite piece of the outfit happens to be my silver chain necklace that includes a charm of the Tree of Life. The Tree of Life has been used in science, religions, philosophies, and mythologies as a symbol of unity and knowledge.  Happy Earth Day!    

Outfit Details:  Shirt by Love on a Hanger at Nordstrom, Lace Vest by American Rag at Macy's. Pants by Express, Boots by OTBT, Purse by Steve Madden, Gold Necklace at World Market, Silver/Gold Necklace at Foot Fetish.

Fashion Tip:  Sometimes wearing one necklace just isn't enough.  Try mixing it up by pairing different necklaces together to create a unique look. 

My Style: Bright Red Skinny Jeans

Today's Look:  includes a pair of bright red skinny jeans, bedazzled spike necklace, and a shirt with a lace skull on it.  Yesterday, I wore a girly, floral maxi dress, so today I felt like dressing a little rebellious and tougher.  I just bought these skinny jeans after months of searching for the perfect pair and I had been dying to wear them. Since the pants are so bright and happy, I figured wearing them with the dark skull shirt made them less preppy.  Even though I am not a goth or emo, I am in love with this shirt.  It's feminine yet fierce.

Outfit Details:  Pants by Lauren Conrad at Kohl's, Shirt by Express, Boots by Steve Madden, Purse by Betsey Johnson, Necklace by BP at Nordstrom.

Fashion Tip:  Never limit your style by labeling yourself or how you think people expect you to dress.  My style isn't preppy, goth, emo, girly, sporty, or anything that can be described/labeled like that.  My style is influenced by whatever mood I'm in. I always wear what I feel like wearing, which makes my style unique and unpredictable.  Just be you and have fun with fashion!