Here's To summer

Here's To summer by ellazhu featuring a white crop tee

Picnic Ideas

Picnic Ideas by ellazhu featuring heels & pumps

Too Dressy and Chic for Spring

Who doesn't like the idea of beautiful flowy dresses that are comfortable and chic, instead of those ultra tight super skinny jeans on a nice hot or warm day? Well, there are some tips and tricks when it comes to dresses, so reader, beware.

  ps. I' so sorry for not posting in ages. I promise it'll be back next week!

                 So, the first dress incorporates somewhat of a collar. Collars were really in during the fall and winter seasons. This dress is also a lovely shade of yellow, and it has a very flowy material. I'm in love with the top because it's bejeweled and jazzed up. All the shades just compliment each other and it's gives it a glam factor. I paired this dress with a pair of Forever 21 espadrilles. I added these shoes to create a girlier look, but I also love that you can dress this up or down. I think that sandals will also go great with this outfit.

                The next dress is floral, and bohemian like. I love the floral pattern since I think the colors make the dress wearable for the summer and fall. I also love how it has a lavender theme to it. Since it is strapless, I do recommend wearing a cardigan or bolero over it, to stay warm. If you want to edge the outfit up, I recommend adding a leather jacket. I chose a pair of jeweled sandals, and the detailing is stunning. This would be a great for a typical day outside, or a lunch date.

               The next outfit is great for all ages, since the dress has a very unique design, and the color is bright, yet subtle. These dresses are so nice, since they are strapless, yet you can throw something over, without getting a heat stroke. So, I think the front is rather stunning, since the material is very flowy and sheer. I paired then with some printed wedges, since they bring out the color of the dress.

               For a lovely vintage and modern look all in one, I chose a polka dot dress, with a collar, to emphasize a bit of fall's hit. I think the polka dots are very in this season, and the material is also very flowy, which is a plus. I think the dress has a vintage and unique scheme to it. For the shoes, I also transported a pair of oxfords into a time machine;) However, this time, I added some heals  to the oxfords, which seemed like a very popular trend in the 1940's. It gives it an effortless glam factor.

             The next dress is for all of you denim lovers, who want to incorporate skinny jeans into the sun. This one has a medium wash in the upper part, and it comes to light wash in the rest of the dress. These dresses also remind me of the trends in the 1900's. It's a great classic and  chic look. To finish the outfit, I chose a pair of lace oxfords, which combine two of y favorite obsessions. I love how oxfords are sort of bold, but the lace gives it a feminine touch.
   
               

   

Spring Dresses by ellazhu featuring forever 21 shoes

Affordable Spring Must Haves

Beauty Queen: Buy less, save more.

So, with every seasonal transition, some of us just lose or knack for shopping. One bad habit I have is that I don't buy useful stuff, and I waste a lot of money. Sometimes, we spend a lot of money on excess, or "things not needed".

I've realized that I could narrow it down to just 8 things, that can help you survive through this season. Not just survive, but enjoy.

1) I find that you can layer in Fall and Spring, since the temperature is not to cold or not to hot. The light floral jacket really captures the essence of spring and welcomes the new season. This jacket is only $30. I recommend investing a bit more in these items, since you only need one and you want durable items. It's a great jacket to just throw on and off. They go great with dress outfits, or just outfits that are casual with the classic jeans. H&M

2) It that classic shoe again. In other words, your "best friend". Converse can be worn all year long and they are durable. Converse are usually $50, but you can find these for $30 at outlets or when they are on sale. Also, many celebrities wear them, and you can always accessorize with studs. I like all of the colors, and you can even buy different colored shoe laces!

3) Lace is that item that's always in your closet, and a great way to dress up a look. It's preppy and chic, and one lace top could make all the difference. I find that Hollister really specializes in this, since they have collections dedicated to lace. I think it's such a feminine look, and it's a timeless piece to keep in your closet. This one is only $20, and they are very durable. I've also seen cheaper ones.

4)Keeping track of everything is one definition for a satchel. Now, we all know how painful a big bag can be, just dragging it around with you everywhere. Sometimes, even designer brand bags have straps that slip off, so you're left with a very uncomfortable feeling. I like cross body bags like satchels, since it really welcomes spring and you just feel more relaxed and more flexible with it. I recommend these if you are going on vacation, or just running some errands since they can be very handy.

5)Oh what would we all do without these?They protect us from harmful rays of sunshine, and possibly the paparazzi. However, they can easily pulled off. Sunglasses come in many shapes:Cat eye, Round, Aviators,etc. I love aviators, since they are retro and chic. They really compliment any one who wears them and many celebrities wear them. Sunglasses can be found at all prices to suit your budget.

6)Something that you might have in your closet already is a high waisted skirt. The ones from hollister have a strong yet flexible material that I just simply adore. Sometimes, I'll have old t shirts that I never wear, but when I style them with this,it changes everything completely. I also prefer lace tops with these, and you can turn it into a girly or casual look. Having one or two of these could make all the difference, and they are affordable and super inexpensive!

7) Having a pair of flats can give your sneakers a break. In spring, two shoes will really suffice. I always keep a pair of sneakers, but I'll always have a pair of flats. Since shoes wear out quickly, we should often give them a break. I don't recommend wearing a pair of shoes for more than 2 to 3 days a week(consecutively). This really wears out the shoe(I speak from experience). I love flats since they feeling super comfortable, and you won't have to deal with the sock! Flats look chic with skirts and jeans, and they really add a beautiful finishing touch.

8)I'm a person who loves jewelry, and I love layering bracelets. I always have a set of either rubber bracelets, bangles, or friendship bracelets at the ready. I always think that they can dress up a plain old t shirt and just instantly add some shine. I like wearing three at a time, and they just make me feel more poised.

I hope this helped! I'll be back soon!

             ~Beauty Queen
   
      Remember,"There is Beauty Behind the Make up."

Spring Must Haves:revised by ellazhu featuring topshop

Color Blocking 2013

I know that this was a bit of a summer trend, but it really brightens up your day! This was a major trend, and I think we should keep it alive. Color blocking just lets us wear pieces that POP, and still being stylish. I'm not going to go in depth about each piece, but I will provide some tips, and a general idea of what it is. Technically, your taking art class.

The truth is, color is everywhere. I still remember a poem I wrote about it in 2nd Grade. Anyways, when you think of someone who is well dressed, or you may feel envious of, they usually stand out to you. Colorblocking is a chic and trendy look that is perfect for any event. With color blocking, I prefer bright colors, almost neon. If you like neutrals, you can even color block with that! It amps up the look, to give it a more modern vibe. One color that I really adore is a bright almost neon orange, and it looks really good with gold.

As shown in some pieces above, anyone can pull off the color pink. Just like Orange, pink goes with gold perfectly, and I consider them "bestfriends" . Gold really ties everything up, and so do other metallic colors.

Speaking of other colors, I think black really goes great with dark blues, or in this case, "cold colors".
Cold colors are rather darker, and they are towards the end of the rainbow. One suggestion is that cold colors and warm colors don't look good when colorblocked if they are mixed together. For instance, do we really like orange and blue together? I know some may like it, but orange and red look fairly more balanced and they don't clash as much. However, special colors are black and gold, since they go great with every color. I recommend color blocking with at least two colors, and they should be solid. When you often have three colors, sometimes, one of them can help the others get along, such as yellow, pink, and blue, or dark blue, light blue, and yellow.

     I know I sounded a bit crazy during this post, but this is my perspective of color blocking!
Hope you enjoyed this post!
 
     ~Beauty Queen

PS. I  should be an art teacher right?:)

Color Blocking by ellazhu featuring tailored shirts