Rolled Pants: Cute But How is it Done?

               Rolling your ants instantly makes you look seem effortless and it adds an element of personal style- it shows your hand. Plus it is an easy way to show off a great pair of shoes. However, the way you roll them can make or break and outfit.
              There are two styles you can roll: slouchy trousers, like boyfriend jeans, or  skinny jeans. In both cases, hefty fabrics like denim or twill work better than drape-y ones like silk or Tancel. Never try to roll wide-leg pants, since it is easy to catch your heel in the cuff. Not to mention the fact that it looks clunky  and undefined.
               As a rule it is best to roll the hem twice, with the width of one one and a half inches. Keep it mess; a roll that's too flat and neat looks contrived. With slim-cut jeans, I love a single fold that is two and a half inches wide for a 50's beatnik look. Or you can roll it twice and keep the cuff thin.
               Rolling the pants means you don't need to hem them, so you have a lot of flexibility with flats and heels. For a tomboy look, try oxfords; for a dressier spin, wear heels. But no wedges- they are too clunky.
                    To show off the skinniest part of your ankle, roll the pants to about four or five inches above the ankle bone. But if you're self-conscious about thick ankles, this look might not be for you.

How to Try a Trend

               Whether you have taken part in one or even started one, trends have been in the lives of many people. A makeup trend is no different from a clothing trend: It can be scary to step out of your comfort zone. But if you see a bright lipstick or colorful shadow that inspires you, I say go for it. The real question we face all to often is how to try it. In this post I will tell you how.
              Make it real. Makeup that's done for the runway or a photo shoot is exaggerated to look good under powerful lights, not a regular day. The key is to adapt to a single element. Lips are the easiest. Try applying a new color with your fingers rather than a brush so it doesn't look painted on. Eye trends are a little trickier, but a colored eyeliner is an easy way to go adventurous.
              Don't go retro. I wouldn't recommend trying to start a trend, or even follow one that is retro. Avoid trends that are a reference to the past too literally. Forties-shaped eyebrows are always going to look costumey and, let's face it, old.
             Be honesty with yourself. A shade might be fashionable at the moment but skip it if it clashes with your complexion. If you struggle with ruddiness, don't wear red shades that will magnify it. Fuchsias are more flattering because they have a blue base. Around the eyes browns and purples look absolutely great on just about everyone.
            Get comfortable. A good way to get used to a trendy look is to wear it around the house. When you are ready to bring it out into the world, wait for a dinner day with your friends as apposed to a day at the office-you are more likely to feel confident and get complements. Also your friends will most likely tell you what works on you and what doesn't.
              So next time you try a makeup trend (or any one for that matter) keep in mind these tips, and hopefully your trend will look stunning.

Black Friday

If you are going black shopping than it is important to be safe. Many people will stop at nothing to get the deals on this after thanksgiving holiday. The important thing to keep in mind is to be safe and get the good deals. Many stores are opening earlier than ever, some as early as 4:00 am thanksgiving morning. Many workers are upset but the shoppers couldn't be happier. Keep safe and get the good deals!

A Pain in the Neck

                Oversize handbags never seem to go out of style, but you don't get fashion points for the neck and shoulder pain that tends to accompany them. The fact of the mater is, the hold more, which causes them to weigh more, when causes more and more stress on your shoulders and neck. You can't make it go away completely, but if you are a big handbag kinda girl, here are a few tips on how to work out the kinks.

1. Train yourself. Try to train yourself to switch the side you carry your bag on. Try switching every ten minutes or so to avoid causing one shoulder to much stress. Also be careful no to scrunch up the shoulder it's on. 
2. When you put it down. Take a few minutes to stretch you shoulders or back when you rest and put down your bag. Say you are at a cafe and waiting for someone. Bend your head forward, right, left and back in careful, slow movements. Don't try to swivel it around like a doll. After all, you head isn't a ball and socket joint. 
3.  If you start to feel. If you start to feel your neck and shoulders tense up you should "reset" them. You can do this by bringing you shoulders to your ears and holding this position tightly for three seconds. Than drop them, letting your arms hang loosely at you sides. This will help to relax your shoulders and especially your neck. 
4. At the gym. When you are working out at the gym and you carry a large bag, add a few moves to strengthen you shoulders and back muscles. Lateral raises and pull-downs, push-ups and planks all can help. 

Cute DIY: Workout Shirt

So I was looking around for a really cute idea to show you guys and I stumbled across this. It is a way you can turn your old, never worn T-shirt into something more. A super cute workout shirt. All you will need is an old T-shirt and a pair of scissors.

• First locate you materials.
• The second step is to cut off the sleeves, back collar, and bottom of the shirt.
• Thirdly, flip your shirt over
• Than, cut the back into a V
• Fifthly, use the bottom of the shirt that you already cut to tie the back together as shown.
• Knot it as you see in step 6.
• Lastly, cut the shirt upward. The picture shows all the steps. 

Book Review: The Help

Okay, so I know all of y'all have seen the famous movie, The Help. Well it was based off a fabulous book by Kathryn Stockett. The book features black maid, Aibileen as she is working for her 17th white child. It also includes Skeeter, a white woman who tries to act like a proper lady. She attends the bridge club and is in the league. She writes the Mrs. Myrna article in the paper. She asks for the help of Aibileen and when one thing leads to another she starts to write a book of stories of black maids and their lives. After much work and dedication the book is finished. The book receives amazing reviews, but when the book is suspected to be based on Jacksonville, Hilly who has an embarrassing part in the book, try's to persuade people it isn't. This story is a must read. It is my new favorite book. It's beauty and glory is not even justified in this short summery. It makes you smile and it will make you cry.  I love the wording and couldn't put the book down. I give this book 5 out of 5 stars.