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Hello fellow fashion bloggers & followers! I know it's been like a billion years since I last posted but I recently started working as a blogger for iCandy Clothing Company so that has kept me suuuper busy! You can continue supporting me as blogger and watching for new posts by liking iCandy Clothing at: http://www.facebook.com/icandyclothing. Also, we are always looking for guest bloggers so let me know if you're interested! On top of that, I was also chosen as a top entry in Element Eden's guest blogger contest so that means you have to do me a big, big favor and vote for me by liking my entry or if you're feeling generous repost on your blog! I need all the likes I can possibly get from now until November 25th so pretty please go like! http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150397120603112&set=pu.58649213111&type=1&theater
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Much love,
Adrienne xoxo

Rock n' Roll Chic

pretty in punk by adriennegraf featuring diamante jewelry

Cotton sweater, £185
J Brand low rise jeans, £875
Lipsy diamante jewelry, £12
Sonia Rykiel linen shawl, $84

Mix & Match: Neutrals with Color

Soft neutrals seem to be everywhere you look this spring, and the eye-catching, new and improved updated version is mixing it with just a pop of color. I love the look with turquiose accents and it definitely screams summer! A trendy, feminine lace top pictured here from Tillys.com at just $21.00 and add a chunky, colorful cuff from Forver21.com for $10.80. Pair with casual, fitted white shorts from Volcom at $36.00 on Zappos.com, which will quickly become a summer must-have for any outfit. Grab a beautiful, embellished hobo bag for just $29.99 at coolstuff4u.net to top off your perfectly glamorous summer look for just under $100.00.

Adrienne's Top Spring Must-Haves

acid washed jeans

I think these jeans make the perfect look for spring and would compliment all the bright colors and pastels we're starting to wear. I love that the acid wash is coming back, some might not agree  but I think they're definitely new and improved and I can't wait to snag a pair of my own. Like it or not, these are the new IT jeans.

short slouchy boots

These definitely grew on me, I love these with a cute pair of denim cut-offs or a skirt or dress. Really anything would work with these versatile boots, they are the perfect transition to spring.

playsuit

This is your solution to wearing that cute short dress, and not getting into too much trouble. These one piece outfits give the appearance of a dress, flowy and unrestrictive but act like a short to keep you covered when you're having fun. 

flowy tank

There's plenty of room to breathe with this cool, airy fitting tank. On a warm day, pair with capri leggings and it's a match made in heaven. Dress it up for night with pumps, for a look that's casually glam.

beige blazer

The blazer looks cool and crisp in a summer-friendly beige. This will be my go-to for a light cover-up on a cool day. A bright or floral dress/romper will instantly pop underneath this neutral shade. 

simple red dress

Nothing makes an entrance like a lady in red, just watch pretty woman! Red just so happens to be my favorite color, lucky for me it's back on the color palette for summer/spring. In my eyes there is nothing more attention-grabbing and sensual than a red dress. 

white purse

I love the look of a clean white purse against color for spring. White purses only come out when the weather is warm so just seeing them brightens up any look. 

pretty spring makeup

Two-Faced is one of my favorite cosmetics brands, it is very richly pigmented, even more so than MAC in my opinion. They make a variety of beautiful colors for eyes, but the one I'm featuring I think is an essential spring palette for colors that are both soft and sultry. You can look fresh-faced and natural with the pretty pastels, and blend in the darker colors for night to create a dramatic smokey eye. Every girl should have a kit like this!

flower necklace 

I don't know why but I'm suddenly into floral everything now that it's spring, including jewelry. I think just a subtle flower charm necklace looks really spring-y and would be something you could wear all the time with a basic tank or simple top.

Classy Act: Wear A Tuxedo and Look Hot!

No one can pull off a sexy tuxedo look quite like Eva but we can sure try! Eva was wearing this perfectly polished ensemble on David Letterman the other night. As soon as I saw this I just had to recreate it! Below I found some closely matched items for a lot less than eva's designer look. The low cut tuxedo jacket and hot pants definitely make an entrance and although eva looks stunning, we might not be making our debut at the late night show. This outfit can be a little more discreet by adding a tank top under the jacket, but it also depends on the occasion and how much skin you want to show. 


GAP tuxedo blazer, $25

Hurley black short short, $34
Jessica Simpson peep toe high heels, $44

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Wedge Appeal

Unless you've been living in a cave chances are you have seen wedges dominating the fashion world. The summery look of a wedged heel takes you from winter to spring in an instant, not to mention gives you inches more height and lets you have legs for days! Wedges will polish off any pair of slouchy boyfriend jeans or look extra glamorous with skinnies or flirty with a dress or skirt. The chunkier and stacked the better, and the more embellished the more stylish you will look! The wedge is evolving with all kinds of detailing including zippers and studs, cut outs in the heel, and straps that wrap around in every direction. You can't go wrong in picking a favorite, but with cheaper options why not have them in every style? Below you can pick and choose from an assortment of wedges from different sites where the price is right for you!
Shiek Shoes-A variety of low prices at your finger tips!http://shiekshoes.com/gallery.aspx?CatID=2

Piperlime-Name your price and search within your budgethttp://piperlime.gap.com/browse/category.do?cid=66766

Go Jane- Designer look alikes without breaking the bank
http://www.gojane.com/shop-by-category-shoes-wedges.html

6pm-Your favorite brands at amazing bargains!
http://www.6pm.com/search/null/filter/txAttrFacet_Gender/%22Women%22/zc2/%22Heels%22/zc1/%22Shoes%22/txAttrFacet_Styles/%22Wedges%22/sort/goliveRecentSalesStyle/desc/

Make Them Stutter:Picking the Sexiest Suit

Pictured above. The orchid boutique Juliette Bikini.

http://www.theorchidboutique.com/juliette-square-ring-bikini.html

One thing is forsure when finding the perfect suit, it has to be different. The last thing a girl wants to see is the same one on some random girl down the beach, so I've included some unique swimwear sites below to surf for your new suit! There are a few things to consider when making sure we look like a total bombshell and not just the girl next door..First it needs to fit our curves in all the right places and showcase our best assets. This means if your an A cup at the very least have some padding, but better yet try a style with a push-up bra built in. This will add sex appeal on it's own. If your already fully loaded in the boob department, just make sure the top will be flattering and leave a little imagination, remember you want attention not overkill. For those who want to downsize, just make sure the top has more coverage and isn't a halter which will only  double the trouble. Next, pick a bottom that will enhance the booty. Many suits come with versatile style options so you can choose between a tanga, string bikini, brazilian,or briefs. For those who need a little more emphasizing in this area, a style that is gathered in the middle will give the illusion of a little 'more derrierre'. If your goal is to flaunt what you've got, the possibilities are endless just pick the right amount of coverage your comfortable with. Those who are blessed with an already sizeable amount of booty can steer attention away with a full coverage or classic bikini option. Remember to pick a color that suits your skin tone, something many women overlook but can definitely destroy the glamour. To get a detailed guide on the colors suited best for you, all you need to know is here: http://www.thebudgetfashionista.com/archive/best-swimsuit-skin-color/.  Now for the fun part, picking your sexy new suit is just a few clicks away!

Bombshells on a budget! at Swimwear Express
http://www.swimwearexpress.com/index.php?l=product_list&c=specials

Unique styles at Orchid Boutique!
http://www.theorchidboutique.com/clearance-swimwear-sale.html

Perfect prices at Express.com
http://www.express.com/swim-467.cat?Mcat=467&Mcatp=cat_2&Mcatn=Swim&Mcatg=category_root&Mcatpn=For+Her&Mpg=SEARCH%2BNAV&Mpos=1&Mpper=12&viewall=0

Stand out styles at Dillards.com
http://www.dillards.com/endeca/EndecaStartServlet?splashlink=header_juniors&N=1207579

A swimsuit for every budget! at Asos.com
http://us.asos.com/Womens-swimwear-Bikinis-swimsuits-beach-clothing/rsrv8/?cid=2238

A variety of different brands at Zappos.com
http://www.zappos.com/womens-swimwear~53

Looking hot in the buff!

You can go naked without showing too much skin with the rising popularity of nude tones! This beautifully stunning look is from H&M's new Conscious Collection which will be released Apr.14th in H&M stores.
http://www.hmconsciouscollection.com/
Meanwhile, there are numerous ways you can look just as phenomonal in the sensual shades and on a strict budget! GoJane.com has a line dedicated specifically to giving us the look for less!

Flesh tones at Gojane.com
http://www.gojane.com/shop-by-favorites-nude-colors-all.html

A red-hot pop of color to spruce up a basic outfit!

Spring is here and its bold and bright! Take it from the adorable Hanna Marin from Pretty Little Liars (which just so happens to be an amazing show on ABC Family). Feel free to your pair your tired black or grey blazer from last fall with a red hot mini! Instantly you will look on point with the season's biggest pick me up trend! You can recreate this trend yourself with really any bright color in your closet but the red just happens to be my personal favorite. A pair of simple black flats as pictured here will work just fine or if your going from day to night black pumps will add instant drama. The skirt on Hanna is from Black Halo and priced at retail for $240.00 (which I think is a little over the average girl's budget) but not to worry! I have a few MUCH cheaper ideas to give you the same smokin' hot look!

Here is a very similar skirt with a vintage twist on ETSY.com
http://www.etsy.com/listing/47598777/1980s-vintage-high-waist-elastic-pouf

A top rated look alike at American Apparel
http://store.americanapparel.net/rsa0310.html?c=Red

A more tiered take on the red mini on Sophistix
http://sophistix.net/product_details.php?category_id=1&item_id=1019

An edgier look with zipper detailing for the more daring bad girl! on Sophistix
http://www.sophistix.net/product_details.php?category_id=1&item_id=1109

The Bracelet Craze!!!

Yes!! Finally its OK to wear every bracelet we own all at once! You can throw less is more out the window when it comes to layering bracelets.The new need for a thousand mixed bracelets can be seen all over the runway models and celebrities these days. So should you prepare to stock up this summer? Definitely yes! The new trend is making your outfit with your accessories so don't be afraid to look plain jane with your favorite casual tee as long as the bracelets are piled on! You can also layer your necklaces just make sure they compliment each other. So how do you snag this bohemian new look without using up all your shopping money on a mass supply of bracelets? Well here are your answers:

Wet Seal-Provides the look for less and you can buy a bundle for cheap!
http://www.wetseal.com/catalog/thumbnail.jsp?categoryId=106&subCategoryId=202

Go Jane-A variety of very cute styles!
http://gojane.ecommerce-site-search.com/results.php?query=bracelets

Forever 21-Can you get any cheaper?
http://www.forever21.com/category.asp?catalog_name=FOREVER21&category_name=acc_bracelet&Page=1

Skinny Vs Flared

 Pictured here are J Brand 901 Leggings and

True Religion Carrie Petite Skinny Knee Wide Leg Flare Jean

 The unsettling arrival of spring 2011's hottest new trend makes us wonder if the unflattering bell bottomed silhouette will ever stay where it belongs-in the 70's. In 2010 jeans finally gave us what we wanted with the jegging. Comfort. Not to mention a lean, leggy sleekness no other jeans could give us. Just as quick as the arrival of the jegging it seems to be threatened by the once again popular,flared jean. This up and comming trend scares the life out of us and out of our precious jeggings and skinnies. We must stay true to the jeans that were there for us when we we felt frumpy but still managed to look a million bucks. Ladies, this is a trend I feel we should protest and fight! When everyone else is rocking the bulk we should stick to our guns and shine with the skinny!