Fashionista on a Dime

Being fashionable is very important, but you don't have to break the bank to wear the most fashionable styles. Here is my list of the most fashionable spots for fashionista's on a budget.

1. Forever 21: This store features some of the hottest trends for young adults. They take risk in the fashions they sell, but these risk pay off. The style of Forever 21 is girly, chic, and edgy.

2. Express: This store is great for the fashionista looking for work wear, but also looking to go from the board room to the bar. Express is flirty, sexy, and effortlessly chic.

3. Macy's: Macy's features some of the top designers, but they are always having sales, so you are sure to get a deal. They are a one stop fashion shop.

4. H&M: They feature a multitude of styles for all occasions, this season they are specializing in flirty party dresses, ruffles, sequence, and fierce pumps.

5. Target: You can always find a deal at target, they feature trendy designers such as, Alexander McQueen, Anna Sui, Issac Mizrahi, Go International, and Converse. The styles are flirty and fun and great for fashionistas on a budget.

Check out all of these hot fashion spots, you might be suprised what you find! Now go have a fashionista shopping spree and enjoy your weekend!

Style Transcender: Lady Gaga

Lady Gaga.... so many ways to describe her, she makes a statement with her music and her style. She is know for over the top clothing. Her futuristic style puts her in the forefront for trendsetting, her beauty obsession reflects in her cutting edge style. She doesn't care if she is named to the worst dressed list in all of the magazines, but she embraces her style in true fashionista form. Lady Gaga has been seen sporting edgy boots, and barely there body suits. She wears some of the top designers such as, Alexander McQueen, Carte Blanche, Dolce and Gabanna, and Chanel. The clothing she wears is full of volume, movement, color, and provides shape.She has the body to work it, and that she does. You make thinks she is crazy, but her style is hot and trendy, she is a fashionista who isn't afraid to take risks and that's why we love her!!

Spring 2010 Preview

I know what your thinking, it is only the start of December and spring fashion is already making a preview. Spring is around the corner along with all of the fashions that come with this season. Don't worry though M the fashionista is back from a brief hiatus to help you to decide whats hot and not for spring. Some key elements for spring/summer 2010 hot pants and boy shorts are in, this seasons the hemlines are getting shorter, so you gotta keep your legs in shape, designers featuring this trend include Marc Jacobs, Missoni, and Stella McCartney. Knee high and over the knee socks will be popular from sparkly to sporty, layered, to add volume to any outfit. More trends are jump suits, future warrior style, high dress splits, pattern and printed pants, see-through and sheer material, boyfriend blazer, and bunny ears. Stay tuned for further trends and more style tips.

Your Dress Reflects You!

The way you dress reflect how people view you. This is especially crucial for your dress at the workplace. The way you dress at the workplace affects the respect that you receive. If you want people to perceive you as hard working and successful you must dress this way. The way you dress is going to vary for the place that you work. Even though you may want to express your own personal statement you have to be careful so you don't seem too faddy or over the top. Fad items to avoid are fur vest, ponchos, Capri pants, and bejeweled tops. The way your clothes fit, tells a lot about you. If your clothes are well tailored and fitted it shows that you pay attention to detail and that you care about the way things fit. This displays knowledge, discretion, and etiquette. Clothing that is too tight is offensive and takes aways from the work that you do. You want to capitalize on what you can do without exposing too much skin. Avoid fabrics that are going to wrinkle easy, this gives off a lazy look. Don't ignore your foot ware, flip-flops, spiked heels, and platform shoes are unacceptable. Shoes that shoe dirty toes, barely their flip-flops, men's clogs, basketball shoes, or thongs are among the shoes that are tacky. Stick to conservative style leather shoes in a reasonable heel or a cute flat. Fashionista's demand respect so dress the part and the way that you want to be perceived.

Get High.... Waisted

If you want to look classy and trendy a high-waisted look is right for you. A high-waisted look makes your outfit look put together. It is also a professional and sexy look. To put this together go for a black high-waisted pencil skirt, with a flirty ruffle blouse, pair with black pumps and a bold bracelet or chandelier earring and you will look fashionista approved. High-waisted denim is also great for a night out on the town or shopping with the gals. Just about anything high-waisted is trendy and proves that you can take risk such as, high-waisted short or trousers. So fashionista's get high... waisted and have fun with this look!

Trend Alert: Tights

Tights are one of the hottest trends for fall/winter. Tights are a very fun and funky way to spice up any outfit. They are a great accessory that works for just about all body types. Opaque black tights are classy. Fishnets are edgy and not to be confused with slutty or trashy. Colored tights like grey, purple, and burgundy are instant outfit makers. Black ribbed tights elongate and trim the leg. Patterns such as polka dots, roses, and other geometric designs are a must have. Be careful if your going to do a bold tight make sure your outfit isn't too gaudy, but mute so it doesn't over take the tights. Tight are fun, fashionable, and are a fashionista staple!

Skip the Dine and Dash Shop at D-A-S-H!!

D-A-S-H is one of the hottest boutiques, with some of the trendiest looks and styles. D-A-S-H was started by the Kardashian Sisters in Calabassas, California. Kim, Kourtney, and Khloe have always been very trendy and fashionable, they have an inherited trait of " looking fabulous and glamorous". Both of the sisters' grandmothers and mother Kris have been known as fashion icons. Kourtney also, went to school for fashion and costume design so she has a lot of experience. Out of college she started her own clothing line of jeweled tees, youthful and hip dresses. Kris and Kourtney got their feet wet in 2004 by opening up an upscale children's boutique Smooch. All the while Kim became a top celebrity stylist, she also started a closet organization business and has done some modeling. Khole, the youngest Kardashian sister always had dreamed of opening up a clothing boutique. In 2006, the girls finally opened up D-A-S-H. Right away it became a celebrity success and the "it" shop for the rich and famous. It brought Beverly Hills style to comfortable Calabassas. The store features a wide versatile range of clothing, the girls have chosen clothing each from their own styles and brought it into the store, this has led to the success of the store. D-A-S-H feature great American designers such as Alice + Olivia, LNA, and Madison Marcus. D-A-S-H is a "one stop shop" for all of your fashion needs. Recently, the Kardashian's have expanded their fashion empire to Miami. In the summer of 2009, Kourtney and Khloe set out to Miami, to get D-A-S-H Miami up and running. D-A-S-H is fashionista approved check it out if you ever make it Calabassa or Miami. Also check out shopdashonline.com for online purchases.

*Back To Basics*

Every wardrobe deserves the basics, especially for the fashionista on a budget, sometimes all you can afford is the basics. So I have comprised a list of 10 items necessary for every fashionista.

1. LBD: little black dress, a simple black dress works for all occasions from work, to dinner, to a night on the town. You can dress it up and down by accessorizing with bold statement jewelry or a scarf.

2. Black Blazer: A fitted black blazer is perfect for a pair of jeans for a chic look, or even for the office.

3. White Button Down Shirt: Every girl no matter what age should have this crisp and clean shirt. You can never go wrong with this especially with items such as jeans, dress pants, dresses, and skirts.

4. Trousers: The options are unlimited you can pair this with anything, black trousers are universal.

5. Trench Coat: A trench is perfect for both spring and fall. This is a classy look that can pull an outfit together. Warmth and style all in one.

6. Black Handbag: A black large handbag is great, it goes with everything and you can fit anything in this bag no matter the situation.

7. Great Fitting Denim: A perfect pair of well fitting denim is awesome, pair it with a t-shirt, blazer or a tank and you will definitely look fashionista approved.

8. Black Pumps: As mentioned earlier black is a universal color especially for pumps. If you can only afford one pair get a great pair that you can wear for all occasions.

9. Bold Jewelry: Bold statement jewelry is great for fashionista on a budget, she can change her outfits by adding a bold piece of jewelry. Try bold earrings, bracelets, and necklaces. Check out stores such as Forever 21 for inexpensive jewelry.

10. Diamond Studs: They are classy and simple all in one. Go for smaller studs, the larger ones can be too gaudy.

Have fun fashionista fill up your wardrobe with the basics and you will look basically like a fashionista!!

TREND ALERT: Leather Gloves

Edgy and feminine all in one leather gloves are a must have winter accessory for you fashionistas in cold weather climates. Long leather gloves remain the popular trend. They come in various winter colors such as, black, grey, brown, deep purple, and dark green are best. The gloves either come in a simple standard style or can be spiced up with buttons, fur,fancy zippers buckles and unique stitching. Celebrities seen embracing this look include Lily Allen, Michelle Obama, and Victoria Beckham. These gloves can make a winter coat go from mute to cute, by just adding a simple accessory. Winter may be cold, but be bold with edgy leather gloves. Be trendy fashionista's!

Denim, Denim, and More Denim

Jeans, every girl has several pairs of these, this is the ultimate item for your wardrobe. Denim is very versatile and provide comfort and style all in one if worn properly. Denim comes in all varieties, one of the hottest trends this season is skinny jeans. Skinny jeans do their job by making just about anybody look thin and trim. They also lengthen the leg, flatten the stomach, shape the booty, and are so comfortable. Dark indigo wash is most popularly seen in skinny jeans. They are great for a night out on the town dressed up with an ankle boot or stiletto. The boyfriend jean is also popular, this an oversized look, but looks very chic if you add some distressing and roll the jeans up to the mid-calf. Paired with a blazer and heels you will look trendy and chic. These are just two of the popular denim trends out this season. With any type of denim, butt pocket detail is the key to rockin denim. Studs, zippers, sequins, rhinestones and patterns are just a few of the details that provide an edgy look to denim. The versatility of denim is seen in how you can wear it with just about any kind of footwear from flats, heels, and boot. On the higher end True Religion, Seven for all Mankind, and Rock and Republic prove to be the main stay designer for denim. For the fashionista on a dime check out denim by Sliver, Big Star, BKE, and even Forever 21 has hott denim in the skinny jean style. Denim is an item that is hard to go wrong with, so have fun with it and strut your style as a fashionista!

Designer Spotlight: Alice + Olivia

Alice + Olivia is an ultra trendy line designed by Stacy Bendet. Her line includes men's, women's, and even children's clothing. Alice + Olivia is featured in over 800 stores worldwide, some of these include Barneys, Neiman Marcus, and Harrods. Celebrities such as, Angelina Jolie, Kristen Stewart, and Mary Kate Olsen have been seen around town donning various styles by Alice + Olivia. Alice + Olivia is known as a contemporary line, characterized by clean crisp lines, catered toward the working women. In the beginning, the line was dedicated to pants, Stacy wanted to create the perfect fitting pant. The success of the pants led to the creation of fun and flirty party dresses, leggings, classic coats, and blazers. This fall/winter leggings are hot, but Alice + Olivia's legging collection is even hotter with extra side details, tye dye patterns, velvet, leather, and sequence fabrics. Alice + Olivia's collection is filled with risk taking items, that catch the eye of patrons, such as, the various styles of pants that include, genie style, banded congo, and wide leg pleated pants. The flirty dresses are all about movement and design, with key elements, such as, draping, sculpture, ruffles, pleats, ruching, and even shoulder pads. Alice + Olivia's collection is dashing, daring, and characterizes a true fashionista.

Hand Me That Bag.... Handbag That Is

Bags are the quintessential accessory to make or break an outfit. Handbags are easy to carry and are an easy way to change up your style. Handbags say a lot about the person that you are. If your carrying a fanny pack it says your a tourist. If your sporting the latest Buxton, your highly organizational and don't have too much style. Are these the statements you want to make? Chances are no, you want to be seen as a bold fashionista. This seasons hottest handbag are over sized and fashionably overstated with eye catching features such as, studding, grommets,beads,chains, and zippers in all shapes, sizes, colors, and forms. The satchel is one of the hottest handbags. The clutch is also hot for nightlife, the clutch this season is anything but plain, full of glamorous features to make the night shine. Step aside black and brown, bold colors are making strides, turquoise, grey and purple are making appearances. Quilted leather and chains characterize the hottest handbag designer Marc Jacobs, his bags are surely going to be all over the magazines worn by celebs such as, Lauren Conrad and Gwen Stefani. Gucci's hot fall/winter 2009 handbag is the hobo style bag with the famous Gucci logo, snake skin, patent leather, or suede materials. With any of these two designer bags you are sure to make a statement. So fashionista's don't be caught without that bag in your hand!

These Boots Are Made For Walkin.....

One of the only good things about winter is the fashionable boots. Boots have the power to transform an outfit and fit for every occasion. This seasons boots look hot with skinny jeans, leggings, or a sweater dress. Boots come in all variations, this seasons options include booties, ankle boots, knee high,over the knee boots, and slouch boots. The heels vary for each type to include flats, wedges, and stilettos. Boots are given an extra wow factor with buckles, fringe, suede material, studs, and extra emphasis on the zipper. All in all boots are hot for this cold season, step aside pumps, boots are gonna walk all over you. Start walking fashionista's!

Wear with Caution

I love leggings, but let me tell you they are not for everybody. Which this is true for a lot of the popular trends, sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn't.

Leggings can go from day to night. They are also very comfortable and easy on price. Three factors that need to be considered before wearing leggings: size of our body, legging color, and what your going to wear with the leggings.

The size of your body is important sadly, bigger girls can't always pull leggings off because it emphasizes there bigger areas in the thigh or calf and believe me you do not want to do that. Smaller girls can also have a problem with leggings because they can tend to look like an anorexic twigs which is very unattractive.

Secondly, the color of the leggings make a difference. Black is the best color to sport leggings, along with neutrals such as brown, grey, and navy blue. Please stay away for white, this color is cheap, tacky, and lacks class. Stay away from garish prints such as snake skin and loud animal prints, those are also tacky and take away from the fashionista that you are.

Lastly, what you accompany leggings with plays a role in the success of your outfit. Always try to wear a long enough shirt that is going to cover your booty because you don't want it to all hang out, try remain classy.

All in all leggings are to be wore with caution. To be a fashionista you need to recognize your fashion limitations and remain a fashionista by not trying to pull of trends that might not work for you. Becareful with what your wearing and have a good weekend fashionista's!

Style Starlet: Kim Kardashian!

Kim Kardashian's style transcends far beyond any other celeb right now. Her style is fresh, fun, and trendy. We never know what to expect from her, but whatever she is wearing we know it is going to be HOT! Kim is not afraid to take risk and that is why this fashionista loves her. Kim embraces all of her curves through her fashion choices. Some of Kim's signature looks include leggings and a flowy tunic or for a night out on the town Kim is most often seen is a fitted busty sweetheart strapless dress with bold accessories such as glammed out jewels. Her latest looks have include a one shoulder red velvet leopard print dress with opaque black tights that she wore for her birthday bash this month. Kim is fit for fashion and wears what works for her, she knows whats hot and that is why she is a style starlet!

Fashion Spotlight: Ruthie Davis

Forget Christian Louboutin and Jimmy Choo, there is a new up and coming shoe designer Ruthie Davis! Ruthie Davis shot on the scene in 2006 by introducing her own brand of handcrafted Italian made shoes. Her collection encompasses a high tech modern style with elements of architecture, modernism, and future technology reflecting on her own personal style. Ruthie Davis has two lines DAVIS by Ruthie Davis and the top tier line Ruthie Davis launched this fall and so far has received rave reviews. Ruthie Davis has many fans, some celebrity fans include Rihanna, Lauren Conrad, and Kim Kardashian to name a few. Her shoes are most importantly SEXY, they can make any leg look long and lean, which is a plus for all women today! Check out ruthiedavis.com for more styles and collections.

Go All Out in Color

When people think of the colors for fall fashion they think of the colors of the leaves on trees. Those colors are nice and typical for fall. Why not go for a bolder look? Fall is not just oranges, reds, and browns, this season purple and grey have shot out on the scene for great fall colors. One of my favorite ways to incorporate these colors is in nail polish, this is a subtle and trendy look if you don't feel like taking a risk. For those riskier fashionista's try for grey and purple ankle boots. For the profesionals out there go bold with your choice of tights. Purple is also great for your makeup style, go for a smokey grey and purple. Lastly, where these colors with confidence and don't be afraid to take risk, be bold you fashionistas!

Fall Fashions

Despite the changing weather and scenary, fall is the time to move forward in fashion. Fall is one of the best seasons for fashion. From boots, vest, jackets, and jewelry fall fashion has so much to offer. One of the biggest trends in 2009 that has been evident in each season is plaid. The print plaid is super cute, fresh and fun. Plaid is featured in the tiny tot lines, all the way up to the elderly crowd. Although, plaid is popular this season, you do have to be careful about plaid overkill. Use plaid in moderation, stick to long sleeve boyfriend tops, or accessorize with plaid scarfs this is super easy and fun look to pull off. Get your passion for plaid on and enjoy the fall!!

Today is the day.....

Hey,

Today is my first day blogging. I'm so excited to share my fashion ideas. This blog is not like any other blog, it will inspire you to be the best person you can be through your fashion style. Stay tuned for all of my expert fashion advice. Lastly, I hope I can inspire each and everyone of you!! Let fashion be your passion!!

M the Fashionista