Coachella for Inspo

This past weekend the music festival took place in California once again. In case you are not aware of what “Coachella” is here’s a quick summary:

This music festival is called “Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival” but it’s better known as Coachella. It is music filled event that lasts for three days and showcase men and women who are high supporters of freedom. This year Coachella was located in Indio, CA.  This event takes place once a year usually during the month of April, there is a wide expression of love and peace that could be portrayed through the apparel of its attendees.

“The original festival frontiers women were all about freedom: expressing peace and love with flowing dresses and tresses, liberating their bodies and minds, bearing their bellies and weaving daisy-chain jewelry. These days, it’s a slightly different story. Don’t let the fringe fool you—Coachella is high fashion. But that doesn’t mean it’s any less authentic. After all, what could be more liberating than Katy Perry in chandelier earrings, Rita Ora in a chic crop top, or Alessandra Ambrosio in a pair of neon jean shorts? These women go afield in whatever they like. Talk about free spirits.”—Vogue

And the reason why I am mentioning it today is because Coachella is an event that many look forward to. It is a fashion movement event that set trends for what is left of the spring and the upcoming summer.

See what most of the recognized celebrities and fashion bloggers are wearing. I have searched all of my favorite fashion websites (WhoWhatWear, Fashionista, and Vogue) and picked my favorite outfits.

(Some are rather interesting!)

Hope you like them,

Besos,

Saira

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Most of the looks could be found in local places, click each store name for similar finds.
Hope you like them!

1. Colorful Vest (Forever21), Black Booties (Call it Spring)

2. Hat (Forever21)

3. High-low Dress (BCBG), Booties (Forever21)

4. Sunglasses (Aldo)

5. Black shorts (Forever21)

6. Shorts (A'gaci), Tigh-high boots (Forever21)

7. Black Booties (Aldo)

8. Handbag (Aldo)

9. Crop Top (Wet Seal), Chunky Necklace (Call it Spring)

10. Hat (BCBG)

11. Sunglasses (Aldo)

Nehemías/Nehemiah 8:10

Spring Hues

Spring Hues

No sé porque pero recientemente me he estado enamorando mas y mas de los colores pasteles. Ya llevo varias prendas que me he comprado de un verde menta muy tenue, son verdaderamente lindos. Tal vez esta nueva adicción tendrá que ver con la monda de esta temporada, si tiene que ser.

El día de hoy vi a tres chicas que sus atuendos me captivaron por los colores. Que por cierto, estos colores pasteles son los que están de moda.

¿Cuáles son?
(Abajo esta la imagen, los colores están nombrados de izquierda a derecha)

Rojo Amapola
Nectarina
Azul Mónaco
Gris Jade
Tender Shoots
Limón Ralladura
Gris
Esmeralda
Violeta Africana
Azul Anochecer
Amarillo Mostaza
Lino

Esta es la lista de los colores más solicitados de la temporada y los looks son unos de los muchos que pues usar para un día regular en la escuela, para un día casual, para salir o para cualquier otra ocasión.

Espero que te gusten.

Besos,

Saira

I don’t know why but recently I have been really in love with pastel colors. I have bought several clothes and they have all been of a light green, mint teal, they are truly lovely. Maybe this new addiction of mine has to do with this season’s trend, yes it has to be.

Today I saw three girls whose outfits captivated me because of the colors. By the way these pastel colors are the main trend right now.

Which ones are they?
(The image of the colors is below; the colors are named from left to right)

Poppy Red
Nectarine
Monaco Blue
Gray Jade
Tender Shoots
Lemon Zest
Gray
Emerald
African Violet
Dusk Blue
Mustard Yellow
Linen

This is the list of the most solicited colors of the season and looks are some of the many you could wear for a school day, a casual day, for going out or any other occasion. I hope you like them,

Besos,

Saira

Pantone Colorm Report Spring 2013

Espero que te gusten. Estos son los looks:/ These are the looks:

Dayra Garza
Major: Dietetics
Skirt: Cotton On
What inspired your outfit today?
“I don’t know, the day is fresh. Es un día fresco.”
Why did you choose that skirt?
“They’re simple and different. They’re fresh, specially this material.”

Victoria Ruiz
Major: Pre-Dental
Blouse: Forever 21
What inspired your outfit today?
“I saw it in pictures from fashion in New York. Like outfits seen in New York City, the ones with flats and tucked-in shirts. Simply, New York.”
What do you think of Peter-Pan Collars? (The blouse she is wearing has a Peter-Pan Collar)
“They look really good, like animated; but, you need to know how to wear them and how to match them. There is a thin line that divides animation from something pretty. You need to know how to wear them.”

Janette De la Rosa
Major: Mass Communication, Journalism
Skirt: Home made
What inspired your outfit today?
“It was going to be hot today.”
What do you think of the color Teal/Emerald Green? (One of the shades from the ones listed above)
“I made my own skirt and I hadn't worn it in a while, so I wore it today. I think it is a bright color that makes any outfit happy, I wanted that look today.”

Foto de:/ Picture from: AnciDecor

Hechos/Acts: 2:38

Trending: Sunnies and Eyewear

Trending: Sunnies and Eyewear 

(Via Instagram: @Sairatrev,
 Son de?/ Are from: Buffalo)

¡La primavera esta oficialmente aquí! Hermosas flores  nos rodean, pajarillos cantan por las mañanas y el sol.  Y como la primavera esta para quedarse y el verano pronto llegara, pensé que debería de darte un pequeño reportaje en las tendencias mas solicitadas de la temporada, gafas redondas o “round sunnies”. Y como el sol aquí en el Valle parece estar más brillante que de lo normal, ¿por qué no proteger tus ojos con estilo, verdad?

Así que con eso en mente busque las mejores y más lindas opciones especialmente para ti. Abajo esta un pequeño collage que hice de mis armazónes y diseños favoritos de sunnies, y obviamente a los mejores precios.

Reportaje: Los sunnies mas lindos los encontrarás en Asos y Polyvore, sin embargo los precios están un poco altos. Si buscas algo más económico los podrías encontrar en Forever 21 y en un sitio mega padre que me enseño una amiga, Zerouv. Me decepcioné un poco, H&M no tenía una variedad tan grandiosa que digamos. Ah, en Ebay también es una muy buena opción. Solo busca “Round sunnies” o “round sunglasses” y encontrarás una gran variedad.

Como usarlos: Como estas gafas de sol están de moda realmente te las puedes poner con lo que sea. Ya sea que uses unos simples skinnies una blusa simple o pantalones de mezclilla. Al usar estos lentes podrás darle un look más elegante a tu conjunto simple. Vestiditos de verano, pantalones cortos o arremangados con Peplums también lucirán bellos con ellos. ! Básicamente con todo!

¿Duda?: Si dudas que tipo de armazón irán mejor con tu estructura fácil puedes leer este artículo muy interesante que encontré para información, “The Sun Authority”. Pero, si me preguntas a mi yo optaría por los “Round cat-eye (4)”, porque creo que este estilo podría lucir favorablemente con la mayoría de los rostros.

En conclusión, démosle la bienvenida al sol de primavera/verano con estilo.

 ¡Suerte!

Besos,

Saira

Spring is officially here! Beautiful flowers all around us, birds chirping in the mornings, and of course, the sun.  And since spring is here to stay and the summer is right around the corner, I thought I should give you a trend report on the season’s hottest eyewear trend, round sunnies. And since the sun here in the Valley seems to be extra bright, why not protect your eyes fashionably, right?

So with that in mind I’ve looked all around for the best and cutest choices especially for you. Below is a small collage I’ve made with my favorite frames and designs, and of course the best prices.

Report: The cutest sunnies were found in Asos and Polyvore, however the prices were a bit high. If you’re looking for lower prices you could check out Forever 21 and a mega awesome site a friend introduced me to, Zerouv. I was a bit disappointed, H&M didn’t have such great options. Oh, and Ebay is also a really good option. Just search for “round sunnies” or “round sunglasses” and you’ll find a great variety!

How to wear them: Since these sunglasses are in style right now you could wear them with just about anything. They could be worn with simple skinnies and a top or denim pants. When wearing the sunnies you could give your simple outfit a more elegant look. Summer dresses, shorts or cropped pants with Peplums also look lovely with them. Basically with everything!

Doubt? : If you wonder what type of frame would look better with your facial structure you could read this very interesting article that I found for more information, “The Sun Authority.” But, if you ask me I would opt for the “Round cat-eye (4),” because I think that this style tends to be rather favorable with most faces.

In conclusion, welcome the spring/summer sun in style.

Good luck!

Besos,

Saira

(De izquierda a derecha)/ (Going from Left to Right)

1. Oversized (Forever 21/ Zerouv)
2. Extravagant (Zerouv)
3. Bold (Asos)
4. Round cat-eye (Forever 21/Zerouv)
5. Decorative Frame (Asos/Polyvore)
6. Mirrored (Polyvore)
7. Vintage-Inspired (Polyvore)
8. Rita Round (Asos)
   
   

Inspiración/ Inspiration:

 

Nicole Richie

Anja Rubik

Elena Perminova

(Imágenes / Images: WhoWhatWear)

Juan/John 14:23

Amazing Manis

Amazing Manis

Have you ever come to realize that there is no one like you? Take a minute to appreciate the fact that you are unique. There is only one you in this whole, wide world.

Isn’t it awesome to know that we’re all different? I think it’s pretty amazing that we’re all special and that each one of us has different interests and talents. When some might be in love with shoes, like me, others might really, really like something else.

It was not until last semester, when I got my Stiletto nails done, that I realized how much I liked having my nails done. And with that epiphany in mind I started noticing beautiful nails around me. One day I randomly noticed that the girl that sits in front of me in one of my class always had the most creative and amazing manis I had ever seen. I approached her to see where got her manicures done, and was shocked with her response—she does hr own creations!

And since fashion is wide and versatile I thought she and her nails deserved some recognition.

So here ya, here’s a little on her and her nail fashion.

I hope you like it.

Name: Karina Vargas

Major: Public Relations and Advertising

Interesting fact: “I just counted, I have 200 polishes.”

Favorite nail polish brand: “Deborah Lippmann”

“They sell it at Nordstorm, Neiman Marcus and other upscale stores. I buy all of mine from Nordstorm because they have free shipping on everything.”

Tip: “I think it is smart to instead of getting your nails done to rather invest in buying polish, that way you could recreate your creations.”

Blog: “Chalkboardnails.com"
“This is the only I actually follow on a blog.”

Instagram: “I like to follow other girls on Instagram that have my same obsession. I get inspiration from them.”
Follow Karina on Instagram @enchantresskari

Helpful accounts she follows and recommend as helpful for #nailart and #nailfashion:
@MissHoneyBee475
@LafemmeLulu

Here are some of her beautiful creations, enjoy and get inspired!

 
(All of the pictures are from Karina's Instagram, @enchantresskari)

Levítico/Leviticus 19:28

Stripes stripping and Peplum.

 Stripes stripping and Peplum.

Últimamente he notado que estoy completamente obsesionada con las rayas, especialmente si son blancas y negras. Hay algo de ellas que me tienen completamente cautivada. Y es que en esta temporada son las prendas y colores más solicitadas.

De hecho las rayas, de ese mismo  color, están de moda—¡me encanta!

Pórtalas de pies a cabeza, literal. Y aunque se dice que las rayas te hacen ver más grande, no importa tu póntelas, están lindísimas. Obviamente que todo en buen gusto.

Y  si, las blusas Peplum también son de lo mejor. No pensé que las usaría tanto pero ahora me doy cuenta que las amo porque hacen que cualquier outfit se vea más elegante.

El día de hoy describiría mi outfit como Indie-Chic. Si buscas un conjunto simple, cómodo y a la vez chic, diría que este es el adecuado. Ah, y si por una extraña razón tu cabello simplemente no esta cooperando contigo en la mañana, tú no te apures solo usas una linda gorra. Te ahorraras mucho tiempo y te evitaras un gran dolor de cabeza, créeme.

Y tú qué piensas, ¿te gusta?

Besos,

Saira

Lately I've noticed that I am completely obsessed with stripes, especially if they’re black and white. There’s something about them that have me completely captivated. And it is because they are the season’s most solicited clothing and colors.

As a matter of fact stripes, in that same color, are in right now—I love them!

Wear them from head to toe, literally. And even if they say that stripes make you look bigger, it doesn't matter, you should still wear them, they’re mega pretty. Obviously all in good taste.

And yes, the Peplum shirts are also the best. I think I was going to used them as much but now I realize that I love them because they make any outfit look more elegant.

Today I would describe my outfit as Indie-Chic. If you’re looking for a simple, comfy and at the same time chic outfit, I would say this would be the ideal one. Oh, and if for a strange reason you hair wasn't cooperating with you in the morning, don’t worry just wear a lovely hat. It will save you time and will prevent a huge headache, trust me.

And you, what do you think, do you like it?

Besos,

Saira

(Fotos por:/ Pictures by: David Alvarado)

Pantalones/Pants: A'gaci

Blusa/Blouse: Forever21

Zapatos y gorra/ Shoes and Hat: Bakers

Efesios/Ephesians 3: 17-18

High-Low and Heeled-Sneakers

High-Low and Heeled-Sneakers

 

Fotos por:/ Photos by: Style Guru, Sara Castillo

Via Instagram: @SairaTrev , @cfutpa

 Fui sorprendida al ser escogida como una de las fashionistas afortunadas de la semana.

Créeme que me callo de sorpresa, fue algo inesperado. Me siento realmente honrada que me reconozcan como una ‘fashionista’. Digo, claro que me gusta la moda y vestirme lindo y arreglarme y ya tu sabes, ¡pero que otra gente lo reconozca, eso ya es otra historia!

Total, una de las ‘fashion gurus’ de CollegeFashionista me pesco entre clases y me pido que si me podía tomar fotos porque le gustaba lo que traía puesto y obviamente que le dije que sí. De hecho mi look ese día era de flojerita, ¡andaba súper cómoda!

Ah, mis tenis son mis favoritos. Siempre me los pongo y ando súper, súper cómoda— ¡los amo! Los ‘heeled sneakers’ estaban muy de moda la temporada pasada y como por obra de magia esta temporada también los veras por todos lados. Las faldas ‘high-low’ llegaron para quedarse, ¡cómpratelas en todos los colores habidos y por haber!

Así que si busacas un look sport-cómodo y a la vez chic, quizás este look sería una buena opción. Lo que me gusta es que puedes jugar con ello y solo seria de cambiarte de zapatos.

¿Tu gusta?

Besos,

Saira

I was surprised to have been chosen as one of the fortunate ‘fashionistas’ of the week.

Trust me it took me by surprise, it was so unexpected. I feel truly honored to have been recognized as a ‘fashionista.’ I mean, yeah of course I like fashion and dressing nice and getting dressed up and you know, but once others recognize it, that’s another story!

In conclusion, one of the ‘fashion gurus’ from ‘CollegeFashionista’ caught me between classes and asked me if she could take pictures of my outfit because she liked them, and of course I said yes. As a matter of fact my look that day was of a lazy day, I was so comfortable!

Oh, these are my favorite tennis. They’re super comfortable and I wear them all the time—I love them! Heeled-sneakers were very in last season and like by magic you’ll be seeing them everywhere this season too! ‘High-low’ skirts came to stay, buy them every color possible!

So if you’re looking for a sporty-comfy look and the same time chic, maybe this could be an option. What I like about it is that you could play around with it by just changing the shoes.

Do you like it?

Besos,

Saira

**Lee el blog aquí. / Read the blog here.

2Pedro/ 2Peter 3:9

CollegeFashionista

CollegeFashionista

Si es que no te has dado cuento, tenemos nuevas bloguers.

Lento pero seguro los amantes de la moda y sus seguidores excéntricos están conquistando los pasillos de tu propia universidad y permitiendo que diferentes estilos de vestir llenen el internet.

 Sara Castillo, Debora Dueñas, Alicia Holt y Tere Cortes ahora están en la búsqueda de los mejores vestidos alrededor de la escuela.

Estas cuatro fashionistas toman parte de un internado national, “College Fahionista”, en donde todos los días se toman fotos de personas con estilo y se publican en el internet con comentarios y concejos para vestir.

Asique si estas buscando inspiración local o nacional para vestir “College Fashionista” vale la pena.

Abre los ojos y estate en la búsqueda de estas chicas. Y si es que se te acercan y te preguntan por una foto sienten absolutamente honrada/o.

Tuve la oportunidad de charlar con ellas y obtuve un poco de información de quienes son.

Aquí te va un pequeña biografía en de ellas.

Asegúrate de darle un vistazo a sus blogs en Collegefashionista.com.

¡Disfruta!

In case you haven’t seen them around campus, we have new bloggers.

Slowly but surely fashion lovers and eccentric followers are conquering the hallways of your very own university and letting styles around you fill the internet.

Sara Castillo, Debora Dueñas, Alicia Holt and Tere Cortes are now in search of the best dressed around school.

These four fashionistas take part in a national internship, “College Fashionista,” where every day pictures of stylish individuals get taken, uploaded and commented and advised on.

So, if you’re looking for local or national style and outfit inspiration “College Fashionista” is worth looking at.

Be on the lookout for these girls and if you’re approached by them and asked for a picture, feel absolutely honored.

I had the opportunity to chat with them and got a bit of info.

Here’s all a small bio of them.

Make sure to check out their blogs at CollegeFashionista.com.

Enjoy!

 

Déjame te las presento,/ Let me introduce them to you,

 

Sara Castillo

"Style Advice of the Week"

22

Carrera/Major: Public Relations and Advertising, Minor: Art, Spanish

Estilo/Style: Girly-chic

Tienda favorite/ Favorite store: H&M, Zara

 

Debora Dueñas

"Accessories"

22

Carrera/Major: Public Relations and Advertising, Minor: Honors

Estilo/Style: Glam

Tienda Favorita/ Favorite store: No tengo una tienda favorita en especial/ I don't specifically have a favorite store

 

Alicia Holt

22

"Fashionista/Fashionisto Spotlight"

Carrera/Major: Marketing, Minor: French

Estilo/Style: Minimalist with a strong inspiring models-off duty

Tienda favorite/ Favorite store: Zara

 

Tere Cortes

22

"What to Wear"

Carrera/Major: Marketing, Minor: Art and French

Estilo/Sytle: Edgy. Girly with an edge.

Tienda Favorite/Favorite Store: NastyGal

"Fashion Gurus at CollegeFashionista"

Juan/John 6:35