It’s Spring in New York. It’s still chilly, but the sun is glowing in all its glory.
Signs of spring are popping up everywhere in fashion and beauty, which means there are so many new items to covet and try. Below are a few items on my Spring wish list!
To get you into the mood for the season, here’s a Spring To-do List from Glitter Guide:
Other things I’m loving for Spring?
A burst of sheer energy: High-performance Naturals set in Energy from Tarte ($10.00, what a steal!)
Natural Radiance: The Forever Nude Makeup Palette from BH Cosmetics (it is now on sale for $11.95!)
Lavender, Rose and Sugar Pink: Esmeralda Bubble Statement Necklace from Olive +Piper ($36.00)
Mix of translucent and lucite accents: Mini Ombre Links from BaubleBar (for a limited time, $20.00)
Earthy Statement pieces: Tortoise Monaco Collar from BaubleBar ($46.00)
Black, White and Yellow: Vintage-inspired jewelry from Catbird (prices vary)
Too busy to fit in that long-over due haircut? Forgot to schedule that appointment to weed-wack the upper lip fuzz? It’s been a busy start to the year but don’t let crazy schedules keep you from pampering and looking fresh!
I want to spotlight a few useful beauty and style apps that can help you stay chic while you’re on-the-go:
StyleBee
Type of service: StyleBee is a team of professionally trained stylists and makeup artists who are available to come to your home, office or hotel room. Before booking, be sure to check out their tips for the best way to prepare for an appointment.
Blowouts
Style and Makeup
Only Makeup
Updos
Updos and Makeup
Massage (in select locations)
Coming soon:
Eyelash extension
Mani/Pedi
Why it’s worth a try: If you are super busy or not sure which salon to book with, why not have the professional come to you? Have a party to attend? Inquire about group rates.
Type of service: Same day booking for beauty and spa appointments. The Beautified team searches for the best partnered establishments to ensure you get the service you want:
Haircut
Bikini Wax
Massage
Blowout
Manicure
Pedicure
Brow Wax
Facial
Makeup
Why it’s worth a try: Have a last minute interview or date? Never fear being turned away at a spa or salon because you don’t have an appointment!
Type of service: Mobile fashion source connecting you to your favorite fashion and style bloggers and helps you discover and share their style.
Follow your favorite bloggers
Discover new bloggers
Engage with the fashion community
Easily share your style inspirations on multiple social media platforms
Why it’s worth a try: Take your blog roll up a notch and start a dialogue with other fashion junkies. Learn style tips from bloggers you admire and find new bloggers to adore.
Type of service: A curated stream of the most cutting-edge street style looks you can shop. Create your own Lookbook and follow the streams of fashion designers, models and celebs.
Why it’s worth a try: Great coverage of Fashion Week trends and simple format for sharing your inspiration. See what fashion influencers are into and buy the looks you love.
Personal style. Everyone has it. To me, style is an opportunity to express how you feel or how you want to feel.
Well, I’ve had the amazing opportunity to express my personal style by partnering with thePOPSUGAR Select team and participating in the ShopStyleWe Search. We Find. We ShopStyle.advertising campaign.
ShopStyle is an innovative and chic way to search all the hottest trends and items so you can cultivate your own style story and purchase these items immediately. ShopStyle is like your best shopping friend: they will hook you up with $ale alert$, editors’ picks for inspiration and gift guides to take the stress out of shopping for others.
If you’re getting your holiday shopping on, you need to download this free App!
In fact, you may have already seen the print or television ads, such as this one:
The print ads feature a lay down photo of products you can find on the ShopStyle website to curate your dream wardrobe:
ShopStyle Print Ad
My inspiration for creating my lay down comes the from the journal shown in the photo, which reads: Dream Big. Sparkle More. Shine Bright.
This concept truly reflects my outlook in life and has a strong influence in my approach to style. I live for detail, color and sparkle.
The experience was crazy fun! I did a DIY photoshoot and employed the help of my ever-so supportive boyfriend to be my photographer for the day. The lay down concept is awesome, but as a “model” I’m not sure it captures my best angles 🙂
The lay down arrangement is like a mood board that tells a story of my wardrobe wonderland. I love classic silhouettes to honor my curves and I feel the right accessory can give every outfit polish and shine. Honestly, one can never have too many baubles or sparkly shoes. I also adore makeup and perfume–these touches make you come alive.
For my ensemble, I chose to pair darker, edgier details with the “We Shop Style” t-shirt that POPSUGAR provided for the photo shoot. I was feeling a little retro glam meets punk-chic but still sweet with my plaid Hello Kitty style bow and matte red lips. The rest of the items are more festive and whimsical, like a dream. I felt like was popping out of my dream closet!
Below are a few links to the items in my lay down photo. I’ve had some of the items for a few years, so if something is listed without a link it is most likely because the item is no longer available (or I was unable to locate a link elsewhere). If you are inspired by these items, you can check out the ShopStyle website or app to score your version!
Clothes:
NY & Co. creme and gold/champagne dress
H&M white embellished peplum blouse
Ann Taylor Loft creme/champagne zebra pencil skirt
So, what do you think? Want to see more? Check out other lay down photos and ShopStyle inspirations on Instagram by following @ShopStyleand search #WeShopStyle.
Elizabethology 