the MINI project ---->> so shady

welcome back to another edition of the MINI project! We didn't have one last month due to #TheMessyProject 1 year celebrations so we're back & better than ever! 

Not sure what the MINI is? Here's just a quick intro --->> 

Well, Its allllllll about the MINI parts of fashion - the ACCESSORIES...which can also play a huge role in our everyday outfits. Just like clothes, accessories are also worn differently by each person depending on their style, shape, look etc. The MINI project focuses only on accessories....but I don't mean just jewelry - tights, hats, sunglasses, headbands, bows, scarfs, shoes, belts, gloves are alllll accessories as well. Like always - 



The Deal1 Accessory4 Girls4 Different Styles1 Major Blog Day

SO since summer is coming to a close for some I thought I would tackle the last month of summer with something we are constantly wearing throughout the summer & even throughout the year....& because I like to spice it up I went with something bright & retro ----->> 

I don't know about you but you are more likely to see me in sunglasses than not....one time at Starbucks the barista didn't even recognize me without my shades.....& yes I am that girl who wears them inside...but here's my reasoning besides the fact that I don't give a shit - but say I am running into the store to get some milk, why go through the hassle of taking them off, putting them in their case & then 5 minutes later have to get them out of the case again and put them on...its just so much easier to keep them on. 

sidenote: i highly recommend always keeping your sunnies in a case, it will protect the lenses & you will have them much longer if you do. I am such a nut about it that I even sent the girls cases for their new sunnies. 

Some say I have a sunglasses obsession...I say that's an understatement. The proof is HERE...

SO I know sometimes people think they can't wear particular sunglasses because the of shape etc. & yes, sometimes that is true.....but if you truly, reallllly love them, get 'em & just have fun with them. 

For these sunglasses I loved the fun bright color that I wanted to incorporate that in what I chose to wear with them ---->>

This tie dye dress had touches of the color in it so to enhance it even more I took a headband that I have that matched perfectly & tied it around my waist to make a belt. Since there is already so much going on with the dress & belt, I didn't want to add too much more so I kept it simple with some silver jewelry and my ankle gladiators. As I always say less is more.

dress: lincoln street boutique
sunglasses: forever 21
gladiators: sam & libby
necklace: tiffany & co
headband/belt: san clemente antiques & decor
ring: forever 21

What do you think of the retro sunglasses? Do you like the color? How would you have styled them? Now go & check out how the other ladies have styled they're shades...some may surprise you ----->>

Vanniee @ Girly & Pretty

Tranea @ Becoming Fabulous 

Emily @ Designs by Emily

April @ Dot Dot Dot

& see you next week for another round of #TheMessyProject......& this month there is a theme but I'm not going to tell you, I want to see if you'll catch it. 

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the MINI project ----- POP of color

& we're back with another edition of the MINI project...not sure what the MINI is.....here's a quick intro ---

Well, Its allllllll about the MINI parts of fashion - the ACCESSORIES...which can also play a huge role in our everyday outfits. Just like clothes, accessories are also worn differently by each person depending on their style, shape, look etc. So the MINI project focuses only on accessories....but I don't mean just jewelry - tights, hats, sunglasses, headbands, bows, scarfs, shoes, belts, gloves are alllll accessories as well. Like always - 


The Deal1 Accessory4 Girls4 Different Styles1 Major Blog Day

SO this month while I was browsing around looking for the perfect item I came across something that I just couldn't pass up....& i know you'll all be obsessed too...

how freaking adorable are these pleated polka dot silky shorts with pockets!??! 

i die...

via

 What I really loved about these shorts was how versatile they can be. There are so many different looks you can do with these shorts...the possibilities are endless. They're the perfect summer short because you can dress them up....and you can also dress them down. 

I decided to go with a casual summer day time outfit with a pop of color --- 

shorts: forever 21
tank: feel the piece
bra: urban outfitters
shoes: tory burch
jewelry: tiffany & co
watch: juicy couture 

 so as you can see I added a yellow tank to brighten up the look. Since the tank is more loose I tucked it in and added a beige lace bra....& since its summer time I was able to bring out my favorite pair of Tory Burch flats, which went perfectly with the white dots. 

jacket: nordstrom BP

SO i am in LOVE with the pockets. They add such a fun edition to the shorts. I chose to keep it simple with my classic silver jewelry & for those cool summer nights, I just added a light jean jacket to complete the look.

So what do you think of the yellow with the blue? Would you pair a jean jacket with them? How would you have styled the shorts, I would LOVE to know! 

NOW go & check out the other girls & their FABULOUS looks!!

Melis @ MRD Girl Musings

Meggan @ Trying to Make Fetch Happen

Wanna be apart of a future MINI project?! 

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& this week is EXTRA special because #TheMessyProject ROUND 12 is LIVE on Thursday!!! 

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the MINI project --- Ombré

& we're back with 4th Edition of the MINI project! If you have yet to hear about the MINI here's a mini intro - 

Well its allllllll about the mini parts of fashion - the ACCESSORIES...which can also play a huge role in our everyday outfits. Just like clothes, accessories are also worn differently by each person depending on their style, shape, look etc. 

So the MINI project focuses only on accessories....but I don't mean just jewelry - tights, hats, sunglasses, headbands, bows, scarfs, shoes, belts, gloves are alllll accessories as well. 

The Deal
1 Accessory4 Girls4 Different Styles1 Major Blog Day

so I was super excited when I found this item. Its actually a trend that we have been seeing everywhere with literally everything, not just a fashion trend. I have in on my hair already, so why not try it on my legs.....

pink Ombré  tights!! 

so fun right?! I was instantly obsessed. So the first thing I did was cut off the feet to make them into leggings. I was still able to get the ombre effect even with the feet cut off.

I thought I was going to have trouble matching with this tights but it was a lot easier than I thought, which goes to show don't be scared off by something so funky - so after trying a few different outfits - I dressed them up with a grey & white striped tunic & heels.....and then I dressed them down...I decided to go with a more casual look, beach chic look --- 

Poncho: Wildfox 
Tights: Forever 21
Sandals: Nordstrom Rack
Sunglasses: Alexander McQueen
Starfish Necklace: Tiffany & Co

so you can see that cutting off the feet turned them into leggings and you still have the ombre affect. Since the tights are so bright, I wanted to make sure I dressed around the tights and didn't add another type of pattern on top of the ombre. 

SO because the tights are so bright and fun it just made me feel like summer so I paired it with a simple light weight white poncho like shirt and black gladiators....plus I added a flower hippy headband to complete the look. 

 

How would you wear the tights? Do you like them better because the feet are cut off? 

NOW go & check out how the other girls styled the tights -

Amanda at The Pretty Pinhead

Kirsten at The Valeri's

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the MINI project - CUFFS

it's that timeeeee againnnnn

Welcome back to the 3rd edition of the MINI project!!! Since the MINI is still newer here's a little backstory on the project ---

New logo coming next month!! 

Well its allllllll about the mini parts of fashion - the ACCESSORIES...which can also play a huge role in our everyday outfits. Just like clothes, accessories are also worn differently by each person depending on their style, shape, look etc. So the MINI project will focus only on accessories....but I don't mean just jewelry - tights, hats, sunglasses, headbands, bows, scarfs, shoes, belts, gloves are alllll accessories as well. Like before - 

The Deal1 Accessory4 Girls4 Different Styles1 Major Blog Day

so this round I wanted to try out another trend that I have been seeing a lot of...and a trend I have yet to try. So I decided to go with a 'Cuff' Necklace as the stores are calling it...& basically it is exactly like a cuff you would wear on your wrist, but just on your neck....& i chose to pick a pretty bright color instead of the usual gold or silver. 

So I was thinking of different ways you can wear this necklace and I wanted to show you what it would look like it you wore it with a collared shirt for a more conservative look.


At the office or other work places you may not be able to wear a scoop or V-neck tee so you need to think of other options as to how to style your necklace. 

So I decided to use this necklace with a professional look, one that would be acceptable in a work place. 

so as you can see I have a collared shirt on that covers me up to be work appropriate. I buttoned the shirt all the way and I placed the necklace outside of the shirt, under the collar....so just a little bit shows in the front for a subtle yet chic look. 

So you can see that even if you have to be all covered up for any reason you can still accessorize, look conservative and chic at the same time. 

Would you consider wearing a Cuff Necklace outside of the clothing? How would you have styled the necklace?

Now go & check out what the other 3 fabulous girls did with the cuff necklace...show them some la la love

Carley @ Lipgloss & Crayons

Melissa @ Sigh...Gush...Gasp 

Laura @ Walking in Memphis in Highheels

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i can see your bra

it's that time againnnnnnn

welcome back to the second edition of the MINI project....not sure what the MINI is? Here's a little backstory ----The MINI project focuses only on accessories....but I don't mean just jewelry - tights, hats, sunglasses, headbands, bows, scarfs, shoes, belts, gloves are alllll accessories as well.so you get the gist....

The Deal1 Accessory4 Girls4 Different Styles1 Major Blog Dayso this time I upped the game a little bit....i wanted to get something fun & fresh. Since summer is almost here I wanted to get something that was full of bright colors & was perfect for when summer time comes around....so I got these fun, floral black leggings! 

this was my first time trying the floral pants trend so I was excited to try them out & see how much i like them. I chose to get the leggings rather than floral pants. Leggings to me are just more comfortable. And I chose to get the leggings in black rather than a bright color because I felt the black was more practical yet still fun & trendy....plus how beautiful are the colors in these leggings....its like summer colors all packed into one...here's what i did -----

so I really love the coral color in the leggings but since the majority of the colors are coral I decided not to pair them with a coral top. Instead I chose to accent the touches of green leaves you see throughout the pants. 

So I added a sheer lime green top..& chose to be a little risky & not add my typical black tank underneath, just a black lace bra.

The greens may not be exactly the same color but it still blends perfectly with the coral & other colors. 

i added my black open toed wooden platforms to go with the summer feel.....then at the last minute I wanted to do something different than I normally do with my hair so I added a straw hat...& the perfect summer bag to match. Since my theme for this outfit was summer...no summer outfit is complete without some sunglasses & beach waves. 

how would've you styled the leggings? Have you tried the floral pants trend out yet? Do you like them? Why or why not?


wanna see how the other 3 girls did!? And they're all SO different....you will be amazed -- check them out & show them some lala love



Jessica @ Jessica Who?
Christina @ My Life, Laughs & Love
Kim @ Latte & a Prayer

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