The Weather for Feathers

If you want to create an image that you are free spirited, fun-loving, and down-to-earth, feathers are a good way to implement it. Feathers slowly started making their way into trend accessories and apparel a few years back being highly represented in necklaces and screen print tees. But now, more and more girls are wearing feathers in their hair as an extension which is a unique and trendy way to differentiate your hairstyle from others. They come in various different colors and sizes, and are either semi-permanent and clip in styles available at beauty supply stores and hair salons. I think the feather extensions are very whimsical and hippie inspired, although I feel like more and more girls are starting to put them in their hair so its losing its flare and appeal. And, if you're like me, you don't like the heavy commitment of something that you may get tired of real fast, or are too lazy to put them in while still looking "effortless".

My replacement is feather earrings. Depending on your hair color and cut, you can find the right type of feather earring to show through with just the amount you want. They come in all sorts of lengths, some even with multiple feathers creating more volume and body. Stores like Nordstroms, For Love 21, and H&M usually have them in stock and come out with various different styles, prices vary anywhere from a couple dollars to 25 bucks for a really nice pair.
If you're feeling really inspired, you can even make them yourself. Just head over to Micheal's, pick up a bag of feathers, earring studs or hooks, and some clasps and you're ready to start creating.

Accessories to Keep you Cool

With the warm weather of summer, cool hues seem like a perfect opportunity to stand out with accessories. Many people tend to wear warm hues like orange in tops and bottoms, and what a better way to spice up an outfit with some contrast. Teal and turquoise look good on just about all skin tones and compliment every hair color. The cool hues are also very striking with either white or black outfits if you want to go on a more sophisticated or simple route.

Feathers are a funky bohemian style that can be worn as earrings or in a necklace. Layering multiple strands of different sized beads creates a chunky look and is another way to wear cool hues around your neck. Wearing either of these styles will quickly change an outfit into a trendy, different look.

Stores like H&M, Forever 21, Nordstrom, and even Target, have options of the accessories in store. Here is a link to one found on Shelpers.com- Teal Chunky Beaded Necklace

Back Just in Time for Summer!

Bring on the Heat!
I sure hope some of you are still following the recessionista student and haven't lost hope with the blog! I apologize on the delay of posting, I know its been awhile. Spring semester has been rough, and I'm sure all the students out there can agree. Now that the stressful semester has ended, I know you are just completely ready to get out in the sun, plan all those weekend trips, and have a cocktail or two. I definitely am!
One of the biggest summer essentials has to be the perfect swimsuit. Personally, I have never been a fan of spending a lot of money on a swimsuit because either the print or cut goes out of style, I get sick of wearing it, or lets be honest, unless you do absolutely no activity in your swimsuit, its going to get snagged or faded anyways.
The key to finding a good swimsuit for the summer is starting with the fit. Bandeau tops are very popular with removable straps and various styles like a dramatic v-shape or twist. I also like the classic triangle with added flare of beads, ruffles, or sequins. My favorite bottoms right now have to be the boy-cut bikini. I'm slightly bigger on the bottom half (just slightly of course) so string bikinis aren't always the most flattering and I get that self-conscious feeling that I'm not always covered up.
The best thing to do when shopping for swimsuits is look for prints and solids. Its always fun to mix and match, and luckily that's been one of the biggest trends with swimwear for the past few years. It creates more looks rather than one matched swimsuit that you can't really put with anything else. Bright solids with floral and graphic prints are really fun for the warm weather, and most of the time end up making you look tanner. My key swimsuit colors are orange, yellow, turquoise, and black.
Right now, H&M has some great pieces for only $5.95! That's pretty much a steal, and a great way to stock up. Other good places to look for swimsuits are in Victoria Secret stores or online, and SwimOutlet.com. Its a website filled with various
designer swimsuits at affordable prices.