On Vacation

While i'm away, check out my store and spoil yourself a little. 

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STYLE ADVICE OF THE WEEK: Fabulously Floral

This week, Orange County was blessed with a warm day that didn’t require a coat. The Fashionista took this opportunity to bust out an amazing oversized floral top and some unique shoes. Floral patterns can be a bit tricky at times. If you don’t pick the right one, you can end up looking like a throwback couch from the '90s.

Take a page out of the book of this Fashionista and stick to colors in the same family. The two shades of pinks and oranges on a black background prevent the colors from competing with the already intense pattern. Tasteful floral pieces can easily be found at Urban Outfitters. My favorite item is the BDG cigarette jeans. The big floral pattern and the slim fit are perfect to be paired with a red jacket this winter. I love the Fashionista’s lace leggings peeking from her torn jeans. To add a little lace to your ensemble, choose the lace, zip jacket from Free People in red over a plain neutral tank. This definitely amps up the vintage feel of the pants while adding a pop of bright color

To read the rest of the article and get the links on how to achieve this look, Check out my Style Advice column on College Fashionista. 

STYLE ADVICE OF THE WEEK: Winter Cues Bright Hues

While dark winter coats will always have a place in my heart, bright jackets in my wardrobe can never be replaced.  Don’t let the sunshine fool you: the wind this week was almost unbearable but perfect for dusting off those coats and finally taking them out for a spin. A style I have always been drawn to is a double-breasted coat with a little flair. Throwing one on will never fail to dress up a pair of jeans and boots.

The Fashionista this week proved this true by wearing an orange jacket to dress up a normally simple ensemble.  Jackets that look expensive but their price tags say otherwise are easy to come by these days. Her jacket was a steal from Forever 21 a few years back, but don’t worry, Forever 21 always has staple pieces each year. A favorite of mine this year is their fleece peacoat in red.

To read the rest of the article and get links on how to achieve this look check out my column CollegeFashionista.

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DIY: Studded Christmas Stockings

Decorate your dorms or college apartments with these super cool Christmas Stockings.

What you will need: 

Studs

&

Christmas stockings ( I got 3 from the 99 cents store) 

I used the same studs that were in my DIY: Studded Ring tutorial 

 

 

Enjoy !!

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I&S Featured On: The Fashion Harvest

Check out the fun interview by Faye over at The Fashion Harvest and read about my style go-to's for different events on the weekend. 

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GTL: Style Advice Preview for 12.19.11

To avoid looking like a couch from the 90's choose tasteful florals. 

Check back on 12.19.11 under the Style Advice tab to find out where to get items to achieve this look. 

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I & S Featured on: Chic - Steals

I always love surfing blogs and seeing my own DIY stuff on their site. I found my Burberry Inspired Clutch on the weekly DIY roundup for Chic-Steals :) 

If you want to check out the feature go to their site :)

 I have also been added to the "Instant Inspiration list on Your Style Savior

Knowing how hard I have worked ( even though often it doesn't feel like work at all ), it is humbling to see that I have impacted other creative people enough for them to mention me on their sites. I'll continue to keep posting and hope that more people grow to enjoy the content on my site.

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GTL: Style Advice Preview for 12.12.11

Check back on 12.12.11 under the Style Advice tab to find out where to get items to achieve this look. 

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GIVEAWAY: $155 Zeleb Party Dress

As promised I am giving away a free dress by Zeleb !

If you have no extra money after splurging for Christmas gifts for loved ones ( or ones for yourself on black friday and cyber monday) you're in luck.

I will be giving away this dress retailed at $155.00 USD 

You can see more views of this dress on their website.

Here's how to enter:

1. Follow their Youtube Channel and like their video

2.  Follow my Blog

3. like my Facebook  and leave a comment saying you have entered.

For an additional entry, support me in getting the most likes on The Style Mogul by going to their Facebook, liking it, and liking my post on their page (Jessica James) that says [December Entry]. 

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Contest is open from 12/1-12/15 and I will be announcing the winner on my Facebook.

A winner will be chosen at random. :)

Please remember to leave your email in your comment so I know how to contact you if you are the lucky winner. 

GOODLUCK :) 

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