Today I managed to venture away from online shopping and into the real world of fashion. I concentrated mainly on finding cute shirts rather than pants, because when it comes to bottoms you really only need a few things: a good pair of leggings, black/white jeans, regular denim jeans, and shorts. Nordstrom is currently in their annual sale and I was able to make a great buy for only $10.95 on a shirt that was originally $38! After this I headed into H&M which is currently in the middle of a great sale as well. Here I bought two high cut t-shirts, one purple and one white, for a total of $10 because it was a 2 for 10 deal. I also purchased a low cut long sleeve white tee for 12.95 and an adorable off-white blazer on sale for $30. At Brandy Melville I purchased a faun (type of gray) romper with a high rise neck and synch waist for $28. Lastly I made a stop in Urban Outfitters and found myself buying two new adorable braletts for $16 each, less than half the price of the Free People ones; this was a great deal!!!! Today was a very successful shopping trip for me, and these deals should still be lasting for the next few days to weeks.
There’s nothing I love more than a white t-shirt and a pair of jeans. We all have those morning when we wake up and just have no idea what to wear; that’s where your clean, crisp, white shirts come in handy. I’m the kind of girl who loves white. White jeans, white shirts, white bedding, white walls, white cars. I basically just summed up my bedroom, closet, and car. It is a rare occasion that white isn’t somehow incorporated into one of my outfits. The great thing about shades, is that they go with everything: jeans, leggings, boots, adorable coats, and patterns. If there is one thing you should NEVER EVER do, it is wear patterns on patterns; and that’s where your white tank top or long sleeve is an outfit saver. White also gives a very young look to your outfit where as black or gray is more of a night out, sexy type style.
I can not stress to you how much I adore makeup. It truly is a God sent gift. If you’ve never noticed what just a little bit of mascara can do for a gal, I’m here to tell you. It’s fair to say that I have been wearing makeup since the seventh grade (although I started practicing on my little sister and her friends when I was in fifth grade, these were the days of wanting to be a makeup artist). Yes, it’s true you are beautiful just the way you are, but there’s no harm in touching yourself up a bit and emphasizing your strong suits. For me, I have large blue eyes that look stunning with some black around them which is why mascara is my favorite makeup and what i rarely leave the house without. Believe it or not though, it really is difficult to find a flattering mascara; so when I discovered Maybelline “The Fallsies Volume Express Flared” mascara at CVS for $7.99 I was thrilled and haven’t used anything else since. Foundation is also a key product, but you have to find just the right one that doesn’t look too soupy and gloupy or too caky and fake because their is nothing more stunning than clear, smooth, and soft skin. With the combination of Giorgio Armani “Luminous Skin Foundation” and Clinique moisturizer (both can be bought at Nordstrom) my skin glows just about everyday. Not everyone can be blessed with clear, baby bottom skin. Another one of my favorite products is the Naked 2 Urban Decay eyeshadow pallet (Sephora). The colors are beautiful and earthy but also make for a great eye look on a night out; my personal favorites are “YDK” and “. Every eye color has a that one shade that makes them pop, for blue eyes it’s bronze/copper and gold; greens look best with browns and brown eyes pop with blue and purple tones. Not everyday has to decked out, dolled up but you should also put in a little effort, statistics show that if you feel like you look good ladies, you will perform better in school, sports, and pretty much anything. So if you’re having a bad morning or just feeling lazy pull out your eye lash curler (it helps to put a blow dryer on it, just like you use a hot curling iron on your hair) and your eyebrow brush for a little extra volume, and you’re set to go. It is also crucial to have a nice powder to pull your facial complexion together. Without this you can be left with uneven skin tones and a caked on look. YOU DO NOT WANT THIS! Blush also pulls your look together, it’s the belt of your makeup, not always essential but it makes the outfit look sharp and pulled together. For blush and powder I recommend Chanel, you can find both these products at Nordstrom.
Giorgio ArmaniClinique MoisturizerNaked 2 Urban DecayChanel Powder and BlushMaybelline Mascara, Eyebrow Brush, and Eyelash CurlerAll the Essentials
I’ve come to notice over the years of being interested in clothing, makeup, design, and over all fashion just how difficult it is to find cute and cheep things that fit and look right. My name is Paris Thomas, I’m a 16 year old high school student with an eye for style and a love for looking good. Here I will share with you all my secrets from waking up as a 4/10 to leaving the house a 10/10. Happy readings to you all.
Paris Thomas 