Lovely Tutorial: Ivory Peplum Top

I've been admiring peplum tops for quite some time now, but I never got around to purchasing one. I found this great fabric from Walmart for only $1.50 a yard and knew it was perfect for a peplum top. I think I saved about $40 by making one instead. ;)

My lovely inspiration I found on Pinterest. :)

I started out with making the patterns. I took a top and traced around it onto the paper. The pattern is just half of what it's suppose to be since you have to fold the actual fabric in half when you cut so it comes out symmetrical.

Then I went ahead and cut out the fabric and pinned it on my mannequin.

 


I hemmed the edges and added an exposed zipper in the back.

For my outfit I wore dark denim jeans, my natural t-strap heels, and pearl chandelier earrings. I could easily dress up this peplum top a little more by adding a sweet statement necklace.

I adore simple outfits so much! Sometimes less is more. ;)

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Rainy Days: Cozy and Casual

Rainy days are the perfect days to layer like crazy. In addition to being sick... waahhh :(, I tried to do my best not to look horrible even though I feel like absolute doo doo.

For this casual outfit I wore a tiered stripe long sleeve top, beige cardigan, and light jeans. I threw my hair in a messy side braid since I was too lazy to do anything else.

Striped Tiered Top-- Brand: Apostrophe, From: Sears

Beige Cardigan-- From: Old Navy

 

Light Wash Jeans-- From: Hollister

I accessorized with my rose gold Fossil watch my honey bought me for Christmas, cream/orange/gold pearl chandelier earrings, and my cognac boots. Boots are the best for rainy days!

Rose Gold Watch-- Brand: Fossil, From: Dillard's

Chandelier Earrings-- From: Forever 21

Cognac Wedge Boots-- Brand: Mix No 6, From: DSW

With such yucky weather I always like to layer, stay warm and of course fashionable. ;)

What's your favorite outfit for rainy days? :)

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The Start Of Something New

So I'm starting today with an outfit of the day post. A start to something new! I'm so happy you can be here for this new journey. :)

My closet is clustered with so much clothes that from here on out I'm challenging myself to see how far I can go without repeating an outfit. I will provide where I purchased them from and whatnot. I love playing dress up so this should be oh so fun!

Today for my first outfit post, I chose to go with something simple and elegant. I love lace. I love leopard print. I love blouses. Actually I'm obsessed, so this combination is very me in every way possible.

Ivory Blouse-- Brand: Pinky, From: Burlington Coat Factory

 

Beige Lace Shorts-- Brand: Charlotte Russe, From: Charlotte Russe

White Rhinestone Bordered Studs-- From: Burlington Coat Factory

Leopard Flats: Brand: Mossimo Supply Co, From: Target

 

I should have done these outfit of the day posts sooner! I don't know why I never thought of it. Haha. I hope all you lovelies have a fashionable and fun day! :)

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Mustard High Waisted Flared Shorts

High waisted shorts are without a doubt the latest trend for spring. I absolutely love how flirty and elegant it is.

I simply took a pair of shorts that fit me the way I like it and traced out patterns for them. I only traced out one pattern and used it for the front and back pieces. After tracing onto the fabric and cutting them out in total you should have four pieces, two for the front and two for the back.

Be sure to give yourself about 2 to 3 inches so you have fabric to sew the pieces together.

I pleated the shorts to give some dimension, added a band for the top, and a side zipper. I love the flared look because the shorts almost looks like a skirt but not as revealing and has more functionality. Sweet! :)

I wore these shorts with a fuchsia chiffon top and ivory heels.

The perfect outfit for a nice spring day. :)

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White Lace Collared High Low Top

High lows, lace, and collars. One of my most favorite combinations in a top.

I started out with a pattern and pinned it the mannequin. I used a top in my closet that I absolutely adored the shape of and traced the pattern out of it.

I debated on a sharp or round collar. Since it's a lace top I thought a round collar would be more appropriate and elegant.

I hemmed the edges, added some buttons and taaa-daaa! Thee finished top! :)

I wore burgandy jeans, gold chandelier earrings, rose gold watch, and my pink kitten heel bow flats with the top.

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