Julia & Yuli Review the Holiday Edition of Elle Magazine:
more about “Fashion For Thought #8: Christmas Edi…“, posted with vodpod
December 24, 2008
Celebrity Chic on the Cheap: Cameron Makes the Cold Look Cute!
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Sure sure– it’s the most wonderful time of the year. Blah Blah Blah.
Because it’s also the most freezing time of year. You know when your eyes water, then that water freezes and before you know it you are picking iciciles off your eyelashes?
It’s no wonder Santa Clause’s belly is full of jelly – fat keeps you warmer. And with the cold weather, usually all things cute fall by the wayside along with dietary discretion (I mean seriously- hot cocoa and hot cookies all. winter. long. First stop: my thighs! Woot Woot!)
But thankfully, Cameron Diaz gives us another option to stay warm. Not only does it not require us to gain 50 pounds, it’s adorable. Just look at her. Her grey on grey ensemble makes me want to go walk five miles in the cold right now… or hail a cab… or just stand outside and take a cute photo in this outfit.
So with that I bring you this week’s Celebrity Chic on the Cheap: Cameron Makes the Cold Look Cute!
Grey Sweater
Chunky to keep you warm and Bulky to hide the extra love in case you do go the Santa route to stay warm this winter.
Forever 21 Sweater: $29.80, Gap Sweater: $58.00
Grey Jacket
Here is a lighter weight option, and a puffier, warmer option if you live in the North Pole (or Chicago, like yours truly) where a wool coat just won’t cut it.
Forever 21 Coat-$27.80 , Gap Coat- $79.99 (on sale, baby!)
Black Hat – $28.00
Warm, cute, and gives you an extra day of laziness before you really really need to rewash your hair. Saweet.
Jeans – $70.00
These are midrise, which is crucial this time of year to prevent your own belly full of jelly from showing…
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December 23, 2008
Holiday Nail Polish Picks — Purples & Metallics!
I’ve never really been a person to wear holiday sweaters or the designated colors for each passing event (red, white & blue for the 4th of Juliy, red & green for Christmas, etc), however I will slightly alter my beauty regimen to bring a little holiday cheer into my look. This year, it revolves around fall/winter nail polish colors – I won’t be caught without a shade of metallic or purple on my fingers and toes! Metallics are relatively festive and have been looking incredibly smooth and much more fluid than they have in years past – my two favorites are Tracy Reese for Sally Hansen’s “Stormy Blue” and the N.Y.C. New York Color Metro Metals Collection in a deep metallic shade that slightly resembles gravel or extremely dark sand. As far as purple polish goes – I will settle for practically any shade! I particularly love the medium hues, sans sparkle or sheen — matte colors are definitely preferred. On my wish list are the “O.P.I Purple with a Purpose” and Sephora’s L18 Raisin shade.
December 22, 2008
Forever 21 Pick of the Day: Cowl Neck Knit Dress, $29
I’m normally not a big fan of cowl neck anything (the style is just too circa 2001 for me — sorry!), however I would be willing to make an exception for this Cowl Neck Knit Dress, $29. The style is taken to the next level via the angular draping and side button accents, makin it most definitely a knock-out item! Pair it with some chunky bangles, patterned tights and boots. Choose from wine or green, and add about $5.95 for s&h.
