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Friday Frocks: Blue Jean Baby

By Kirsten|August 5th, 2011|Friday Frocks, Why Did You Wear That?|

There’s nothing more American than denim… and apple pie… and apparently Sienna Miller taming a tiger. Perhaps you’re not the type of girl who likes to slip into skin tight jeans, but you’d still like to try to show some patriotism by wearing this heavy duty fabric. Today’s your lucky day! By God, every day is your lucky day because you live in America! Denim isn’t reserved strictly for your stems these days. Just take a look at how these stylish celebs (and America’s favorite Brit) have been wearing their blue jeans.

Who knew denim could make for such fabulous frocks? By wearing you blues in dress form, you are giving a casually playful look that is perfect for summer barbecues, running errands, and lunching with girlfriends. Depending on shoes and and accessories, this look can be dressed up or dressed down. Just like jeans, denim frocks are very versatile.

1. Burberry Brit Denim Blue Sleeveless Pintuck Dress, $207, 2. Sandro Respire Denim Effect Shirt Dress, $335, 3. Quicksilver Wind Swells Dress, $64.50, 4. Forever 21 Denim Wrap Dress, $27.80, 5. Current Elliot Dark Tin Belted Denim Dress, $470, 6. Top Shop Denim Jersey Pinafore Dress, $65, 7. Rebecca Taylor Quilted Denim Dress, $325, 8. COPE Snap Front Chambray Dress, $39.99, 9. Hurley Wilson YC Denim Dress, $44, 10. Quicksilver Gypsy Tour Dress, $41.65

xx,

WhyDid

Photo via Denimology

Why Not Play Head Games?

By Kirsten|August 4th, 2011|Beauty Buzz|

The summer is nearing its end, but it’s not going out without a fight. The heat can be unbearable when trying to figure out what to wear- or what to do with your hair. Speaking from experience, I know what type of havoc humidity and heat can wreak on one’s dome piece. When all else fails, disguise that crazy fro with some cleverly placed hair accessories. It will distract folks from whatever madness is going on from the neck up.

Might I suggest slopping some heavy conditioner on your fried tresses and tying them back in a sleek bun? (I’d be lying if I said I hadn’t done this on more than one occasion).

1. Forever 21 Braided Rosette Headband, $4.80, 2. Belle Noel Honey Hexagon Hair Comb, $35, 3. Henri Bendel Debutante Studded Hair Tie, $58, 4. Urban Outfitters Studded Leather Bun Holder, $14, 5. Forever 21 Braided Peacock Feather Headwrap, $6.80, 6. Jennifer Behr Swarovski Encrusted Skinny Headband, $225

While we are all getting hyped up on hair candy, let’s not lose our heads. You know my thoughts on feather extensions (NO) and I feel the same way about these crazy forehead straps parading as headbands. Another rule of thumb- If Aubrey O’Day is doing it, you probably shouldn’t be.

Now go on and have a good hair day.

xx,

WhyDid

Photo via Elle.com

Would You Wednesday: Cash for Class?

By Kirsten|August 3rd, 2011|Why Did or Why Don't?|

It seems that the price of higher education is getting steeper and steeper both literally and figuratively. The Huffington Post recently did a piece exposing a startling new trend in how young ladies are paying off their student loans. Rather than being burdened with tens of thousands of dollars worth of debt, these cute co-eds are instead making “arrangements” to have their debts wiped clean merely by spending some “time” with gentlemen who have the funds for their tuition. These guys, referred to as sugar daddies, will happily plunk down the cash for class when their “sugar babies” spend a little time with them. There are even websites sprinkled all over the world wide web that cater to these exact arrangements. (I’m clearly not going to link to them because this whole thing is so ridiculous).

You’re probably asking, “Is this legal?” Technically, yes. Though it sounds like watered down prostitution to me, as long as there is no advertising of the “exchange of services” it’s fair game. What happened to paying for tuition the good ol’ fashion way? Stripping?

In all seriousness, doesn’t it seem a bit crazy that young women are being forced to become modern day concubines because they can not even afford to pay for a degree that may or may not even land her a job once she graduates? In a society where we push unnecessary master’s degrees on 20-something’s (that’s a whole ‘nother can of worms), aren’t we really just perpetuating the problem? With tuition rates on a steady incline (upwards of $30K on average) as well as the unemployment still on the rise, are college bound beauties destined for failure?

xx,

WhyDid

Setting the Mood: Hallucinate a Heatwave

By Kirsten|August 2nd, 2011|Setting the Mood|

Mark Twain once said, “The coldest winter I ever spent was a summer in San Francisco.” Well, he certainly wasn’t kidding. One would think living in California is all palm trees and sunshine… well, not so much.

After returning from the east coast this week, I realized how much I miss a real summer. You know, the almost unbearable heat that lingers long past sunset and the humidity that can curl even the most perfectly coifed ‘do. While it rarely dips below forty in California, the summers are never as warm as those of the east coast. It never, ever feels like summer. “They” tell me it gets warm starting in September, but I don’t buy it.

These bright brights are just going to have to get me through the mild California summer. Perhaps wearing something bright will radiate its own heat.

xx,

WhyDid

Lingerie: Deobrah Marquit

Bracelet: Tom Binns

Shoes: Miu Miu

Monday Mashup: Pucker Up!

By Kirsten|August 1st, 2011|Monday Mashup|

I honestly don’t know how I missed this one, but luckily I have the best friends a girl could ask for. One of these great gals brought to my attention the striking resemblance between Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Taylor Armstrong and The Land Before Time‘s Ducky. (Did I just date myself with that movie reference?) No, I’m not saying that they are both “dinosaurs” (too obvious), I’m talking about their preposterously pouty puckers. If you don’t really watch the Real Housewives (you’re a better person than I), all you need to know is that Taylor is the one with the GIANT mouth- literally. It would appear that Ms. Armstrong and Ducky visit the same plastic surgeon…

When you look at Taylor, you can see that she’s a perfectly attractive woman who seems to have gone a bit syringe crazy. Why do women opt to enlarge their lips? Funny you should ask. Several years ago, an ex-boyfriend convinced me to go under the needle (real keeper, huh?). My lips aren’t exactly shoestrings, but they sure as heck don’t rival Scarlett Johansson’s. So, I made my way to a plastic surgeon in Chicago known for being one of the best, for some lip enlargement. Let’s be clear, I’m not a wuss when it comes to pain- this was hand’s down the worst pain I ever felt in my life. So awful, in fact, I considered just telling him to stop and walking out with lopsided lips. However, I hung in there and finished out the procedure, leaving the office with noticeably larger lips. Would I do it again? Absolutely not. But perhaps you’re ready for more luscious lips?

Restylane– An injectable filler commonly used for wrinkles as well as pretty puckers. Results last about six months and be certain to visit a certified professional for this procedure.
LipFusion XL Lip Plumper, $50 – This product has been a beauty favorite for years. Using collagen and hyaluronic acid (HA), this bedtime treatment gives you fuller lips without the needles.
Toothbrush- Not just for your teeth. Brushing your lip not only gets rid of those pesky flakes, but also increases blood circulation giving a (temporary) fuller appearance. I’ve actually used my Clarisonic to do this and it worked quite well.

While I’d be more likely to recommend options 2 and 3 (far less painful – not to mention much less expensive), the pursuit for a perfect pout may be never ending.

Kiss, kiss.

xx,

WhyDid

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