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

Pocahontas

Pocahontas

Un día mientras salíamos de clase una amiga me pregunto que si el “finge” o la franja de indio aun estaba de moda. Y fue entonces que me di cuenta cómo es que ciertas cosas nunca pasan de moda. A mi personalmente me encanta todas los cosas indie, hippie, o simplemente estilo Pocahontas—me encanta. Dependiendo en tu estilo personal, realmente creo que el “fringe” no pasa de moda porque tiene que ver con el estilo de vestir que más te plazca.

Recuerda que la moda realmente no es lo que todos los demás están usando, sino tú toque personal a las prendas de la temporada.

Así que para contestar la pregunta de mi amiga, yo digo que si, el “fringe” nunca pasa de moda, solo que por favor con moderación. Úsalo en bolsas, chaquetas, blusas y hasta en el calzado.

Espero que sea de ayuda.

Besos,

Saira Trev

One day while we were getting out of class a friend asked me if “fringe” was still in style. And it was then that I realized that certain things never really pass. I personally really like everything that is indie, hippie, or simply Pocahontas style—I love it. Depending on your personal way of dressing, I truly believe that “fringe” won’t be out of fashion because it really has to do with the style of dressing that pleases you more.

Remember that fashion really isn’t about what others are wearing, but adding your personal touch to the trends of the season.

So to answer my friend’s question, I say yes, “fringe” never really goes out of style, but in moderation please. You could use it with purses, jackets, blouses and even footwear.

I hope this is of help.

Kisses,

Saira Trev

Fotos por:/ Photos by: Sara Castillo (Style Guru for "College Fashionista")

Vestido/ Dress: Forever 21 (old)

Saco largo/ Long pullover: Forever 21 (clearance)

Botas/ Boots: Bakers (old)

Vickie Villena

Major: Public Relations

Botas/ Boots: Lauren Conrad

ST: What inspired your outfit today?
VV: “I don’t know, I just liked how it looked. I say I was feeling country/sheek. It’s comfortable and the jewelry makes me feel chic.”

ST: Why Indian boots?
VV: “They are trendy and can turn any ordinary outfit into extra ordinary and different. Plus, I love “Indian” looking things, like feathers, dream catchers and fringe…”

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Malu Gonzalez

Major: Advertising

Botas/ Boots: Lauren Conrad

ST: What inspired your outfit today?
MG: “Me gustan los estampados.”/ “I like print.”

ST: Why Indian boots?
MG: “Porque me gustaron. Y aparte me gusta porque están lindas, como que le da un algo diferente a lo que te pones. No sé, se me hicieron cool. Y el “fringe” como que nunca pasa de moda, están padres.”/
“Because I liked them.  I also liked them because they’re pretty, it gives a something different to what you wear. I don’t know, I just thought they were cool. And the fringe is never really out of style, they’re nice.”

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Juan/John 15: 12-13

A final advice

A final advice


Han llegados los famosos días de las rectas finales. Mientras morimos lentamente entre libros, ensayos, guías de estudio y sobredosis de cafeína, pensé que sería una buena idea que algunos de los fashionistas de UTPA nos dieran unos consejitos de cómo pasar y sobrevivir los exámenes finales.
Espero que sean de gran ayuda.

Recuerda, lo que vale la pena en la vida nunca llegará fácilmente.

¡A estudiarle cariño!

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The famous finals days are here. And while we slowly die between books, essays, study guides and caffeine overdoses, I thought it would be a good idea to ask some of the UTPA’s fashionistas to gives us some tips on how to survive and pass our final exams.

I hope they are of great help.

Remember, what is worth it in life never comes easy.

Get studying darling!

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Daniella Diaz/Senior/Major: Print Journalism, Minor: Graphic Design

“Finals are just finals. They’re a step that takes us towards graduation, and yes they’re important. But if we worked hard all the semester and made sure to keep our grades up all semester, you shouldn’t really worry about it. There are so many services UTPA offers to help you get caught up. The tutoring services here are great. And when it’s all over, you’ll feel happy with yourself.”

(*Collar de Peter Pan= ¡compratelo YA!/ Peter Pan collar= buy it NOW!)


Valerie Garate /Senior/Major: Public Relations (PanAmerican’s Greek Life Blogger)

“Time management, honestly you just have to prioritize. Manage the most important things first and so on. Keeping track of your time is most important.”

(*Bolsos de colores vivos ayudan a darle un toque vivo y especial a cualquier conjunto, usalo con colores oscuros (a mí me gusta cuando el color de la bolsa no tiene nada que ver con lo que traes pues, se ve retro)/Bright colored purses helps give a vivid and special touch to any outfit, use it with dark colors (I like it when the color of the purse has nothing to do with what you have on, it looks retro))


Jose Patino/Junior/ Major: Mechanical Engineering, Minor: Spanish

“I study a lot, a lot. Literally we make study groups with friends. We just stay there studying, sometimes all the way to midnight or later. Practice makes perfect.”

(*Chavos con pantalones de color= ¡Uff! ¡Me matan!/ Guys in colored denim= Uff! Kills me!)


Violeta Alejandra Garza/Junior/Major: Public Relations, Minor: Spanish

“Well, before I start I review little by little. For certain classes I make note cards and that’s how I study definitions. The day before the exam is the heaviest; go to a place where you can study. I go to Moonbeans to study and take breaks. I try not to stay up late.”

(*Pantalones de Harem=!necesarios! / Harem Pants= must haves!)


Monica Carranco/Junior/ Major: Public Relations, Minor: Spanish

“Staying up late and reading. Just study a lot.”

(*Entre más simple mejor/ Simple is always better)


Sara Castillo/Senior/ Major: Public Relations, Minor: Art

“I try to study days in advanced so I don’t overwhelm myself and learn everything fully. I like to write my guides by hand and from there I continue to review them. The day before the exam I sleep early and have a light breakfast the next day so I could have energy but no feel bad during the test.”

(*Blusas con holanes= muy de moda horita/ Peplum shirts= very in right now)


Mario Antonio Lopez/Senior/Major: Graphic Design, Minor: Advertising

“I don’t have finals just projects. And well I do them and then I go to parties. But for finals you should study a bunch the day before and don’t sleep until after the test then go home and nap. And then you go out and party until you forget whatever you learned all semester.”



Estefania Nina Franklin/ Senior/ Major: Public Relations, Minor: Graphic Design

“With six classes it might be insane to think that I might survive. I think it really is all about giving that extra push to see the great results of my effort. In the end it makes it all worth it.”


Mateo/Matthew 11:28-30

The new Black

The new Black

¡El invierno está por llegar! El 21 de diciembre le damos la bienvenida al inicio de los supuestos “días de frio”. Ahora la pregunta es… ¿estás listo/a?

Y si por alguna razón estas un poco atrasado/a en las noticias más recientes del invierno déjame te las digo— ¡lo militar es el  nuevo negro!

Si usas el negro con todo, pues ahora también con lo militar. Así que  ya sea chaquetas, pantalones o blusas, ¡con este estampado no te puedes equivocar!

Dale una oportunidad y prepárate para entrar al campo de batalla.

¿Eres suficientemente salvaje para esta temporada?



Fotos por:/ Photos by: XiomaraDenisse Photography

(Puedes encontrar de este tipo de chaquetas en la Pulga de Alamo o en la intersección de las calles Jackson Y Dicker en la ciudad de Hidalgo, regularmente hay un señor que las vente allí./ You can find this style of jackets at the Alamo Flea market or on the intersection of Jackson street and Dicker in Hidalgo, there’s usually a man who sales them there)



Yessy Flores
Chaqueta/ Jacket: Rockstar Vintage
“I stayed with a friend and didn’t like how the shirt looked like so I added the jacket. I actually bought it at Rockstar Vintage here close to school. And well the headband, I was a rockstar ballerina [for Halloween] so that’s why I’m also wearing the flats.”


(Me gusta como Yessy le da un toque especial a su chaqueta al agregarle el look femenino con los mayones floreados, las zapatillas y la diadema de diamantes. Los colores que utilices son muy importantes ya que son los que determinan el estilo que le darás a tu outfit. Si  buscas algo mas girly este es el look adecuado ya que contiene colores tenues y flores. /

I like how Yessy put a special touch to her jacket by giving it a feminine look with her floral leggings, the ballet flats and the diamond headband. The colors that you use are very important since they will determine what style you give to your outfit. If you’re looking for something more girly this is the ideal look since it contains light colors and flowers.)


Angela
Chaqueta/ Jacket: Vintage
(Es de un blog pasado/ It is from an previous blog: “Better (super) late than never“)



Lookbook

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Winter is almost here! On December 21^st we welcome the beginning of the so called “cold days.” Now the question is…are you ready?

And if by any chance you’re running late on the latest news, let me break it to ya—military is the new black!

If you wear black with everything, now you can with camouflage as well. So whether it is jackets, pants or tops, with this print you can’t go wrong this winter season!

Give it a try and be ready to enter the battle field.

Are you wild enough for this season’s must-have?

Via Instagram:


@Sairatrev

 
@jeffreycampbell                                                                  @doseoffashion


@doseoffashion                                                                  @fash_addict


1 Juan/ 1 John 5 :14-15

Gee-gee-geometrics

Gee-gee-geometrics
 
Oh cuan hermoso es el mundo de la moda.

Oh cuan hermoso y repentino es el mundo de la moda—nunca es suficiente.
No fue hasta este hermoso mes de septiembre que cambio, nuevamente.

Hace seis meses nos moríamos por paletas neutrales de simpleza y nos apartábamos de los estampados, que eran amor por favor, no líneas o figuras.

Sin embargo, seis meses después estamos adictos a los estallos de colores y diseños.
Así que si te preguntas, que usaremos este invierno ’13?

Geométricos.

Geeo-geoo-geometría amor.

Sip, piensa en David Hicks (decorador de interiores), arte pop y en los 1960.

Divierte con patrones descabellados  y colores voltéame-a-ver.
Se atrevido o vete a casa.
Aquí te va algo similar, disfrútalo.

 
Estefanía Franklin
“Como jamás te metes a Facebook por eso te dije, verías la invitación muy tarde.”
Vestido/Dress: Material Girl (viejo/old)


 
Claudia Rivas
“Here, put your e-mail and I’ll send you an invitation”
Mayones/Leggings: A’gaci
(*P.D. Si es que has quedado completa/o y totalmente enamorada/o de la geometría y buscas mas, haz clic aquí./P.S. If you were left totally and completely in love with geometrics and are searching for more, then click here.)

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Oh beautiful world of fashion world.

Oh beautiful ever-changing world of fashion—I can never get enough.

It was until this wonderful month of September that it changed, once again.

Six months ago we were dying for neutral palettes of simplicity and straying away from print, which was please honey, no lines or shapes.

Six months later, however, we are now addicted to pops of colors and patterns.
What to expect for winter ’13?

Geometrics.

Gee-gee-geometrics baby.

Yeah that’s right, think David Hicks (an interior designer), pop art and the 1960’s.
Have fun with trippy patterns and head-turning colors.
Go wild or home.
Here is something like it, enjoy.


Via Instagram: jeffreycampbell

(Por cierto, si tienes una cuenta de Instagram asegúrate de seguir a “thepanamerican” porfis y gracias./By the way, if you have an Instagram  account be sure to follow “thepanamerican”please and thank you.)


Cape Town Fashion Council 

Romanos/Romans 12:19