the perfect pant trifecta

Now that fall is fast approaching, it's time to get some strong pant game going. I've recently gone shopping to up my own pant game and I've found three perfect pairs that will definitely be my staples for this fall/winter.

high waisted skinnies.  I got these from American Eagle, which is where I typically get most of my jeans from, because I know they fit me well. I've never gotten 'sky-high' skinny jeans before and I was a little hesitant bc I thought I might look silly, but I love them, especially in this dark indigo wash. They're my go-to when I want to look a little more chic and night time appropriate. But they are also great for day time with a flowy cropped tee and my favorite birks for a cool downtown hipster look.

olive khaki skinnies. I love these pants from Gap! I haven't had a olive green pant in a long time and I forgot how versatile they are. They go with pretty much every color and instantly make an outfit look fall appropriate. I love pairing a black or brown leather jacket with these, a simple white tee and ankle booties. Plus I love the zipper detail on the bottom, it just adds an extra cool factor to them.

ripped boyfriend. Finding the perfect boyfriend jean is dang hard. I had a pair from American Eagle a few years ago, but They were just too baggy around my bum, and that just isn't cute on me. These boyfriends from Gap are perfection. They have the perfect amount of rips without looking like they are going to fall apart and they hug my butt perfectly. They are my go-to everyday jean and they make any outfit look effortless.

What's you fall pant trifecta??

ttyl :)

madeleine.

fall trend friday #2: prints on prints!

Fall makes me excited for so many reasons.. the candles, the pies.. oh! and the prints. Prints are in style, one way or another, pretty much all year round but there's something about when the weather gets colder that makes me get pumped for prints. I think prints look best when layered with other colors and textures; a note amongst a beautiful fashion symphony. To me, colder weather is layering primetime where the prints get bolder and better. This autumn the prints to die for are linear graphics, animal, tartan and nature-inspired.


tartan. 

Forever 21 $24.50

Topshop $19

Piperlime $79

Forever 21 $8.90

Tartan or plaid isn't just for button downs and circle skirts anymore kids. This fall try this pattern in different and contemporary ways, like in a oversized peacoat or an origami skirt. Mix with rich jewel tones, black & white (obvi). I like pairing plaid with wooly knits or making it edgy with structured pieces. 




linear graphics.

Banana Republic $110

Piperlime $275

Forever 21 $19.80

Everyone's doing lines this fall (get your minds out of the gutter!) Linear graphics are great if you want to incorporate patterns into your wardrobe, but aren't quite comfortable with the bolder, crazier prints. A piece with a classic fit like a trouser or a sweater with a this graphic print would be a perfect and modest entrance into the world of prints. This print can also be more trendy and bold with the pieces you pair with it, like a leather pant and bright accessories. 







animal prints.

    

Piperlime $69.50

           Animal prints are no longer reserved for Jersey Shore parties my friends. They've gotten smaller and quieted down, and when paired with whites, creams & greys, an animal print can look really elegant and classic. Also I love a pop of red or blue in an accessory. Speaking of accessories, animal prints look great as a bag or shoe if you aren't quite ready to commit to a full piece of clothing. 

Piperlime $325 

Forever 21 $17.80

Topshop $70

nature-inspired.

Topshop $140

 Florals this fall have have been given an etherial and fanciful twist with more than just flower prints.  The incorporation of woodland motifs and images have made a more whimsical and magical print for this coming season. Mix a top or bottom with neutral pieces to make it more daytime or go for a more surreal or graphic nature print with dark green or black to to give it a more mature and dramatic edge. 

Forever 21 $14.80

Free People $108

What do you guys think of these new prints for fall? Personally I love them, but it's bittersweet since this will be my first Autumn away from New England.. oh my it's depressing just writing about it. I'm gonna go and wipe my layering deprivation- driven tears. 

ttyl :)

madeleine.

fall trend friday #1: a glowing fall face

hey now! just because you'll soon be trading in your sun hat for a knit beanie, doesn't mean your face has to look like it's preparing for hibernation too. Luckily the makeup trend gods are in agreement. Personally, I have never understood the overly muted and corpse-y makeup trends that seems to habitually crop up when the weather turns nipply. My pasty face will grow plenty pale and dull on it's own, thank you very much. so im thrilled to hear that we can still be glowing goddesses this coming season and leave the bronzer-shaming for another time!

This fall it's going to be all about dem copper lids, bold yet natural brows, bronze cheeks and toffee lips.  WOOPWOOP for looking alive!

Now for a teensy disclaimer: just because these trends are sitting next to each other in this post, does not mean they should be that way on your lovely visage. I would suggest choosing one to two (at most!) of these looks to rock at once and let the rest of your makeup be the slutty best friend to your leading lady in this hilarious, yet heartwarming RomCom we call your face.

copper lids

Metallic lids have a tendency to look potentially too strong and vegas-like. The trick here is that you want to achieve a softer look. Try making your own little eyeshadow cocktail, to create a slightly more muted and soft eye look. To do this I suggest mixing a deep reddish brown with a light peachy pink, sweeping it across your lid and blending that into the crease. That way you get the reddish brown tones one finds in copper, but the peachy pink mutes it out and makes it more daytime and wearable. smudge a little chocolate brown liner on your lower and upper lash line and you'll be golden. metaphorically.

'sable' from the Lorac Pro Palatte mixed with my Tarte blush in 'captivating' gives the perfect soft copper effect!

bold and natural brows

Statement brows have been in for like everrr and there is no indication of them going anytime soon. My brows are naturally on the fuller side, so color me happy (less tweezing!) What's different this time around is the previously coveted sharp angles are being traded in for a slightly softer, less overly defined look. go for a more natural and rounded brow shape, using a pencil. pencil allows you to make thinner, smaller strokes that look like hairs as opposed to drawing a block of color over your brows.  Personally I like using a tinted brow gel with fibers. It's less maintenance and it gives your brows that full, yet natural look.

I love Benefit's Gimme Brow in 'medium/deep' and the the Brow Wiz in 'brunette' by Anastasia. Together, they give you the most control and the most natural brow look.

bronze cheeks

Typically when I think of fall cheeks, berries and dusty roses appear in fluffy thought bubbles above my head, but not this season; it's going to be glowy cheeks in Fall 2014. soft contouring with a light brown powder paired with a natural, brown toned blush on your cheeks will give you that gorgeous, yet understated glow we've (I've) been wishing for, for fall.

Try the NYX blush in 'terra cotta'. It'll give your cheeks that gorgeous subtle glow.

toffee lips

Neutral lips are in this upcoming season, but that doesn't necessarily mean a brown-toned lip. For darker complexions, brown-toned neutral lips are stunning, but for paler skin tones go for a rosy-beige, soft pink or pale apricot. Or make your own color and add a little concealer to an existing fall lip color to nude it out a bit. For the medium skinned gals, go for a more caramel lip. Just keep it light and fresh looking, add a gloss with no sparkle or glitter to liven them up.

Revlon Kissable Balm Stain in 'honey' with Kiko gloss '110' over top

Kate by Rimmel lipstick in '08' with a few very light dabs of Maybelline's Fit Me concealer in '10 Light' to nude it out

I dont know about you guys, but i'm pretty pumped about sporting these new lively makeup trends in the coming months.
let's let the leaves be dead, not our faces.

What are your thoughts on these upcoming beauty trends, yay or nay?

ttyl :)
madeleine