Revival?

I'll try to update more frequently now that's school's out!

-Liana

Oh Prada

Hello ladies,
sorry for the major dry spell of not posting, but I have just been major busy with schoolwork.
Anyways, I have come out of hibernation to share some truly gorgeous bags, courtesy of the one and only Prada. Seriously, these bags are definitely worth of lusting over. Too bad they are all way out of a normal teenager's price range.

Prada Trembled Blossoms Bag
Is this not just the cutest little bag? I absolutely love the color combination. The colors are so vibrant, yet muted. For such a small bag, it sure stands out!
Retail Price: $2,290


Prada Fairy Bag
I would say that you either hate this bag, or you love it. I, of course, absolutely love it. It doesn't look like your typical designer bag. Made from deerskin, this bag is so unique and fun. It was first introduced in January as a limited edition bag, and now has a super long wait list. If only I had the money...

Retail Price: $2,290-$2,490





And I leave you with this last blurb:
I would love to be the daughter of Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. Not only are your parents the hottest couple on the planet, but you get little designer bags custom made for you, like what cute Zahara is proudly displaying

-Liana

Botkier for Target!

I just read this piece of news on one of my favorite blogs, A Little Bag Obsessed. (The link is to the right, under "Hit List.")

Apparently, Botkier is designing a limited-edition line of handbags for Target!

Is anybody else completely STOKED for this?

Both images are courtesy of shopbop.com

xo,

Ashlee Renea

Balenciaga-inspired shoes!

I recently fell in love with these shoes from the spring 2008 Balenciaga show:

I don't know why, but I adore them. And now, look at this pair I found, for $13! They're not exact, but they're similar! What would you rock them with?

xo,
Ashlee Renea

Tackling the closet.

I finally organized my closet today! I got rid of SO much stuff, it's ridiculous. Not only did my sister end up with about 20 new tops and five pairs of jeans, I have a trash bag full of things for charity. [:

Also, my shopping list is much shorter. I didn't realize how many things I already have! Instead of needing $400, I only need - get this! - $136! (For five long-sleeved tops, one tube top, and two pairs of jeans.) I'm seriously amazed!

xo,
Ashlee Renea

Shopping Spree & New Shoes!

I ended up buying the shoes in the below post! They're really comfortable & I got soooo many compliments. Nobody believed me when I said they were from Payless, haha!

Also, I decided to forget about my $400 shopping spree. That's like four months of no-shopping, and I just can't handle that! So, I'll still stick to my list, but just go in shorter bits.

That being said - Spring Break is next week and I'm going to go through my closet and get rid of a lot and also take note of things I already have so that I can refine my list, specifically tops. I love jeans too much to give up any of the ones on my list!

I know this is a short post, especially since they've been few and far between lately, but senior year is sooo stressful. I have two major projects I have to work on - ugh! Only two months left! :]

xo,
Ashlee Renea

The cutest shoes ever!

Ah, fellow readers, it's been so long! Sorry for the brief lack of posts here at CM, I know I've been terribly busy with school & scholarships, & I'm sure the other girls have been just as busy. (You try catching back up after missing a week of school!)

But, let us not think that this week has been wasted. I found the cutestcutestcutest pair of shoes! I'm going to buy them soon for my outing to Six Flags. [:

This pair, from Payless Shoe Source, are very similar to the ones at Old Navy & Forever 21, for just a few dollars less.

While I would prefer ones that are pink, like those found at F21, I like the heel on these better & the color is too fun to pass up. However, this seems to be a hot style this season, so I might end up with two pairs!

I'm going to the mall tonight to try them on, & I'll let everyone know how they feel.

xo,

Ashlee Renea

Prom!

As you girls know, prom is just around the corner and I know that almost all of you are still looking for the perfect dress. I've found some gorgeous dresses that I'm sure you ladies will love. And I have to warn you, they may be on the expensive side, but prom is something you want to remember for the rest of your life, right? So, lets make the most of it.

Longer Dresses:

These dresses are absolutely gorgeous. If you want a more princess-y looking gown, then these are the styles you should go for. Personally, I find that longer prom dresses look a lot classier and more formal as well. If you want more of a casual prom dress look, then look for some dressers that are more shorter in length.

Where to find these dresses:
All can be found at: Prom Girl.net

Shorter Dresses:

These shorter dresses have a more sexy and playful vibe to them, and they're just as gorgeous as the longer dresses. The type of prom dress you choose should reflect your personal style. If you like a more classic and elegant look, go for a longer dress. For a more playful and flirty look, try on some shorter dresses. Your prom should be what you make it. Don't be afraid to spend some extra cash for a night you'll remember forever.

Where to find these dresses:
1. Prom Girl.net
2. Prom Girl.net
3. Prom-dresses.com
4. Prom-dresses.com

Stay Trendy
-Ashley

Spring Outfits!

Please note that I did not make these outfits!

This is a really BRIGHT, fun outfit! You wouldn't expect it to work, but it really does. It'd be perfect for walking around in.


Does anyone else love the simple, classic look of this? It's so fresh & clean. Everything looks comfortable & breezy, & goes together really well. I like the color in the bag. I would probably dress them up with some silver bangles on my arm.

I dig this one because it's so simple & clean. I love white, especially in spring, & the bag & tank are too cute. While I like the wedges, I'm not sure if I like wedges with mini-skirts & tanks. I think I would wear a less revealing shirt if I wore those with the skirt. I love the bag, though, it's perfect for a day at the beach!


I absolutely love this outfit! The shorts are adorable & I love that the tank is loose, but still feminine. I'm dying for the shoes! They remind me of boating shoes, but cuter! I don't really like white swimsuits because I'm afraid of them becoming see-through, but this one is cute. I love the little anchors all over it. I think the colors of the top & shorts go really well & the shoes add a nice pop. [:


I really want to go shopping for spring & summer clothing now!

xo,
Ashlee Renea

Springtime. [:

Because the weather here in Texas has been so hot lately, I've been in a springtime/summertime mood! This includes makes summer playlists on my iPod, planning Spring Break, and maybe most important - swimsuit shopping!
I went to Target today, and fell in love with the below suit. I figured since I'll be wearing to Six Flags in a few weeks, why not make an entire outfit? So, folks, here you go - my first springtime outfit!

I tried to keep everything young & fun. I know not everyone likes ripped jeans, so obviously you could wear normal shorts. I chose a bright pink because not only is pink my favorite color, but brights are always hot in the spring. The shell necklace gives the outfit a beachy-vibe, & the white flip-flops match not only the top, but also the suit. The beach bag doesn't necessarily have to match anything, but it doesn't contrast so bad to the point where it's horribly tacky. This would be the perfect oufit to spend the day at Six Flags or out shopping!


xo,
Ashlee Renea

My Style Notebook.

In a few posts of mine, I've mentioned my "style file" or "style notebook.," promising pictures as it grew & wasn't so plain. Well, it's grown! I present to you an abundance of pictures. You can click on them to make them bigger, and if anyone wants close-ups/better pictures, just ask. Also, please note that it's not just fashion pictures, but articles that interest me as well. (Some of them don't pertain to fashion, but they're good references.)



















Also, I just want to show off my Valentine's Day present before ending this!


xo,
Ashlee

Gym Shoes & Jimmy Choos

One of our friends recently started a fashion blog of her own - Gym Shoes & Jimmy Choos. It's a really nice blog that you should check out.

She also made this outfit for me, based upon these specifications:

Style: Girly casual
Favorite stores: Abercrombie, AE, F21, PacSun...anywhere, really
Occasion: Just hanging out with friends
Things you like (colors, a certain item, etc...): This bag, please
Things you don't like: //Anything else? Can you include ripped jeans & shoes, & everything under $100? (Excluding the bag.)

She updates pretty regularly, & her link is on the right under "Hit List."

xo,
Ashlee