StyleMeBlog

Hey Everyone, I am terribly sorry for the lack of blog posts lately! I have been super busy, and have only gotten a few seconds of free time, which isn't enough to blog, go on GS, PV, and GU. *sigh* Anyways, lets cut to the chase...


Fashionness


IN: Converse



OUT: Sketchers


Today, we will begin the Fashionness with our new topic here on StyleMeBlog, Katy's Advice Column. I have asked some girls on the forum, if they would help me out by venting to me their fashion problems... Lets get started. [all are anynamous {SP}]


KATY'S ADVICE COLUMN


Dear Katy,

I am having a little bit of trouble finding inspiration to make fashions [on Girlsense], can u help me out with that?

-GSGamer



Dear GSGamer,

I hear that your river of inspiration has gone dry... No fear! I have some tips, and ideas for you!

1) Look at other successful member's boutiques and fashions for inspiration. [no copying!]

2) Look at clothing in the real world that is unique, and decorative. Try to duplicate the jist of the outfit/apparel in the FDS.

3) Be Creative and use your noggin! Think about an outrageous theme, or something very simple and chic at the same time.

4) Use your resources! In the FDS think about great and unique ways to use stamps, cuts, and decos to go wild with your own style!

Hope that helped!

-Katy

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Dear Katy,

well i am kinda wondering what styles to pick out especialy on shirts. i can't just wear anything because i am kinda over weight, so it has to look right, any advice?

-Fashionistatobe




Dear Fashionistatobe,


I most certainly have advice for you! I feel your pain, when you say that "it has to look right", because some shirt styles may wear you rather than you wearing it. Of course, things that are uncomfortable are definitely out of the question, because who wants that? Styles that I recommend are:

1) Colors that bring out your best features, like your lips, hair, eyes, etc.

2) For slightly overweight girls, wear tops and dresses that emphasize the waist line, and flow out from there. Try to wear belts around the waist [not hips] to also do this correctly.

3) Obviously like I said before, Comfort counts!

4) Pay attention to my blog for more info on what styles are in and out. ;)


Where you say "expecially on shirts," heres where I can help you out with that:


Empasized waist line looks like this:




















Try to find thick belts. ;)

xoxo Katy

P.S. To ask me more Questions go to the forum and the thread is under Advice Column [under interests]

GUPS WEEK 2 CHALLENGE

Week 2!

MAIN CHALLENGE 2: Emotional
Each of you will be assigned an emotion, and must make an art set based on that emotion. Part of the judging this week is on how well your set reflects your emotion, so do your best! No other restrictions on this other than that it must reflect your given emotion.
This is an ART challenge. No fashion sets will be accepted for this challenge. This is also the mandatory challenge. If you don't do it you won't be allowed to continue in the competition.
These assignments are done by me, hopefully in keeping with everyone's skill levels. I tried really hard to make them fair.

Happiness- Rachel
Fear- Moose
Anger- Britta
Love- Swimmer
Contentment- Bri
Sadness- Duckie
Jealousy- Sparkle
Honesty- Lemon
Hope- Marla

I hope the assignment thing makes sense, if ya'll have any questions let me know. Be creative, and have fun!

BONUS CHALLENGE 4: On the Net
Make a FASHION set centered around a WEBSITE. It can be any website, as long as it's appropriate of course. This will be fun. No other restrictions other than that your outfit must involve a website. If your set reflects your chosen website really well, I'll love it even more. This is a FASHION challenge. No art sets will be accepted for this challenge. This is an optional challenge, but you will get bonus points/prizes for winning!Happy contest-ing, good luck everyone in week 2! I look forward to seeing what everyone comes up with. Remember that your main challenge entries are due MONDAY at MIDNIGHT EST and your bonus challenge entries are due WEDNESDAY at MIDNIGHT EST.

-BB [G.U.P.S thread on the forum]

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FASHIONNESS

IN: Sandals
OUT: chunky clogs

How to Paint your nails the right way~

Pick colors that will either match the majority of your outfits, or that show off your skin color/tone. Great Combinations:

Tan skin- oranges, corals, pinks, ...

Pale skin- Reds, Burgundy, deep purple, ...

Dark Skin- clear coat, Blues, ...

[ I am done fiddling with my templates... {I think} ]

Yes, for like the 15th time, I have chosen another worthy template for my blog. :) I thought I would just let you know that, so you aren't confused. Anyways, scroll down to my earlier post below this, that I made before dinner tonight. :)

xx. Katy

P.S. I am working on getting my chatty box back. x]

Post #42. *yay*

Case closed. I found the dress.

A few days ago, I posted about my trouble finding an online store with the perfect dress for my friend's Birthday. Well, I got so fed up with online shopping, that I dragged my Mom out to the mall, and went to delias in person. Sure enough, the dress I had been drooling over on the web, was there before my eyes, in my exact size! I jumped for joy, and paid 34$ for this beauty:















<- Orlee Knit Dress






So there goes all my troubles! I have the perfect dress, and stole a pair of silver heels from my Mom's closet. I am such a klutz, though that while trying on a pair of black heels, I fell right over, and the heel part of one shoe stabbed me in the ankle. I am definitely not what you call graceful. Now, all I need to worry about is not falling down the stairs on "opening night" and breaking my neck. :)

G.U.P.S

The Results will be up TONIGHT! Can't wait!!! x]

[go to BB's Blog to find out if you made it!]



I will see if I have time after dinner, to post more.... x)

xx. Katy

Hair Q&A


~STATIC~














Q: My hair is full of static today and its not cooperating at all! Do any of you know any QUICK remedies for static hair (ive tried hairspray and water) thanks!!

[yahooanswers.com]


A: There are numerous ways to cure hair that just won't stay down! First, the most common remedy, is running a Dryer sheet through your hair. One way that I use constantly- and you can use if you don't happen to have a dryer sheet on hand- thoroughly rub lotion on your hands, and run your hands through your hair (smooth it down) and presto change-o!



~Straighteners?~















Q: I am looking for a good hair straightener that won't extremely damage my hair and will straighten well. I am currently using a cheap Durabrand one from WalMart and it makes my hair straight but really damages it and makes it frizzy. If anyone knows of a good hair straightener that I could get then that would be great! :)


[yahooanswers.com]


A: Hmmmm. The straightener I use is called "Remington; Wet 2 Straight". Although it specializes in straightening wet hair, I use it for the complete opposite. you can set it for different numbers, which control the temperatures. It is really easy to use and takes like 2 seconds to heat up. I got it for $30 from Target.


G.U.P.S


Yay! I got the O.K. from BB to begin the judging process, and I am so excited for the challenges to come! I sent in my reviews just now, and would like everyone who participated to know that they did an AWESOME job, and give yourself a pat on the back!


WHATS UP WITH KATY


Photoshoot














This is me at camp. I dressed up for "Crazy dress Night"





















Me making a funny face. x]















My Guinea Pig, Delia. (I call her Delly-Belly, or Honey Bunches. hehe.)



Thats all for tonight. Toodles!

xx. Katy





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"You name it, I bought it!"

I am soooo fed up with online shopping right about now. I have a Mystery birthday party on Friday, where I am playing the role of the "clotheshorse", or an insane shopaholic, with the motto of: "You name it, I bought it". Searching for the perfect dress has been a challenge though. I have found a few winners at Forever21, and Delias, but at Delias the shipping takes 10 days, and at F21, it takes 5-7. Boo Humbug. My mom says she will take me shopping on Wednesday, but I have more State Assessment tests that day, and will probably die of tiredness. Oh well, a shopping trip is a shopping trip!

I'm sorry, long lacrosse practice has prevented me from adding more to this pitiful blog post. Heres your lesson of the day though, Never rely on Online Shopping in a pinch.

Toodles!
Katy

[Back from my Haircut]

PREDICTIONS

In my last, last post I wrote about some of my Spring '09 fashion predictions. I was searching over google, and found some other girls' predictions, that I wanted to share with yall. :)

---http://iwantigot.geekigirl.com/2008/09/12/two-springsummer-2009-trend-predictions/

The middrift. Not something I want to see comeback but I’m seeing it in shows:
2.Baggy pants in all shapes and cuts

---http://www.collegefashion.net/trends/trend-predictions-for-2009/

One-shoulder tops & dresses
Break out your strapless bra, because one-shoulder is going to be hot this year! Asymetrical dresses were all over the Spring 2009 runways, and it’s already a trend that’s being picked up by mainstream stores. Expect to wear this look a lot in ‘09

Metallics
Shiny shades of gold, silver, bronze, and platinum aren’t going anywhere soon! Metallics are always hot and I don’t see that changing much this year. I know I’ll continue to rock my favorite silver metallic bag. What about you?

Bold colors
Bright shades are always hot for spring, but even more so this year! The most popular colors will be hot pink, purple, orange, electric blue, and yellow.

Sheer
Sheer clothing is usually in style for spring, and I’m sure this will continue. We saw lots of sheer, layered dresses on the runways for Spring 2009 back in fall, and although they take a bit of planning to pull off, I think sheer clothes will catch on in the mainstream.

More body-conscious clothing
Loose is not going to be in for 2009, so learn to love tighter clothing that cinches you in at the waist. This is a definite trend for the year. Here’s an article I wrote about the cinched waist trend from last year - it’s still required reading for 2009.

More focus on individual style
I’ve talked about this before, but I think the focus in 2009 is going to shift a little from trend-centered dressing to dressing based on your individual style. You aren’t going to want to follow all the trends in 2009, instead you’ll probably pick and choose from the ones that flatter you and ditch the ones that don’t. And this is the right way to do it! Nothing looks great on everyone, and nothing fits everyone’s style. Wear the pieces that work for you, and skip everything that doesn’t.

xx. Katy

Happy Saint Patty's Day!

G.U.P.S

Challenge numero UNO has started:

[originally by BB posted on the forum]

MAIN CHALLENGE 1: It's All in the Jeans

Personally, I hate using jeans in sets. There's so much more you can do with a skirt. Jeans are pedestrian. And boring. To me at least. So what I want you to do for this challenge is to win me over with a great set that has a pair of jeans in it. Any kind of jeans, and any kind of outfit. Make it represent who you are and your personal style. Make it unique, and make it YOU!
Okay, so this is the first challenge. Let's make a good first impression, shall we? This one isn't too hard, so I want to see you shine. Do your best and have fun!
This is a FASHION challenge. No art sets will be accepted here. This is also the mandatory challenge. If you don't do it you won't be allowed to continue in the competition.You have until MONDAY, MARCH 23, at MIDNIGHT EST, to get your entries in. If you send it between midnight and when I wake up till Tuesday morning, I'll probably take it, but midnight is an easy cut-off time for everyone to remember so that's the actual deadline. And... the bonus challenge.

BONUS CHALLENGE 1: H20

Make an art set that includes WATER. No restrictions other than that it must be ART, and it must have WATER! Be creative, and have fun!ART challenge. No fashion sets accepted here. This is an optional challenge but you will get bonus points for entering! So do it. It's easy and fun, and you have nothing to lose.

You have until WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25, at MIDNIGHT EST, to get your bonus challenge entries in. If I get them late they won't count. You won't get eliminated... but you'll lose your chance to win the bonus challenge!

-BB.

Blogliness

~Soon, I will be off to get a haircut, so lets make this short... x]

Took a really L O N G state assessment today. Let me assure you that it was the most boring thing ever, and we only had 5 minutes of a snack break - which was to be done in SILENCE. I. know. complete. boredom. Overall, the test was simple, but the state takes them SO darn seriously! You cannot bring any books to read in between sections, and they collect your scrap- or doodle [for me]- paper and you have to use #2 pencils and such. Blech. Hope your day was better than mine!

xx. Katy

P.S. HAPPY SAINT PATTY'S DAY!

***I AM PUTTING FASHIONNESS ON HOLD TILL I AM BACK FROM THE HAIR CUTTERY***

"It doesn't have to match, It has to go."

Stacy, from "What Not to Wear" TLC

fashionness


SPRING '09 Trends-to-be


[all info below is from: http://fashion.about.com/od/, and written By: Cynthia Nellis]


Runway:
Yellow, pink and blue brightened runways around the globe. Even animal prints got a bright update at Cavalli and Lanvin.

Reality:
The official "It" color of Spring 2009 is yellow, and it's available in everything from a greenish-yellow hue to schoolbus yellow. Although there are plenty of separates and dresses in this sunny hue, the easiest way to wear bright yellow is to pick it up in bags, like at Marc Jacobs, or other accessories.
You're better off choosing a bright that flatters your coloring (blues and pinks are often easiest) than just choosing what's hot (like bright yellow).
Don't be tempted to mix the brights with black (too '80s). Pair with white, denim or other brights for the freshest look.

Go here: http://fashion.about.com/od/springsummer06/ss/springtrends06.htm for pics and more info about the latest fashion trends for spring


Katy's Fashion Predictions



~INforSPRING~



T-strap shoes:
















Yellow+Brown Swimsuits:


























xx. Katy

almostspringyay!

"There's always gonna' be another mountain,
I'm always gonna wanna make it move...."

"The Climb", Miley Cyrus

PLINKY

I was browsing through some of Blogger's announcements, and found myself clicking a link and joining a site called Plinky. Im still new to it, but so far I know that they ask questions and you give answers. Apparently it is for those with "Writer's Block", like moi. Soo.... one of the Questions is:

If you were named based on your traits, habits, or likes, what would your name be?

MY ANSWER: My name probably would be, Purple Penguin. Well, pitiful, but I like penguins and purple. I bet you could figure out something better, so GO FOR IT! Comment away. :)


Fashionness

I have found 3 awesome tips on Beauty and Fashion advice for you. :)

[all tips from: http://www.beautyandfashionadvice.com]

What is one of the best things you can do for your nails?

Drink water ! Brittle nails can be attributed to dehydration so make sure you are getting enough water.

What to do if you hair sticks up?

If you hair sticks up frequently then you have cuticle damage which means the outer layers are peeling up exposing the inside fiber. An intact cuticle protects the fiber. In intact cuticle protects the fiber when it's interrupted the fiber is more susceptible to static and other elements. Try using a silicone based or leave in conditioner after you shampoo. This will coat the fiber making it less prone to static. It also might help to use a natural bristle brush rather then synthetic


Applying eye shadow to achieve big beautiful eyes?

Most eye shadows are merchandised in 3 or 4 complementary shades with 2 neutral colors which is what I call the base color and the darker color which is what I call the accent color and a lighter color which is what I refer to as the highlight color.
Apply base color on the eyelid and apply the accent (darker color) from lash line to the brow (in the crease of the eye). Use the highlighting color for highlighting the brow bone.

{I DID NOT WRITE THESE TIPS AND DO NOT COVET THEM}


xoxo Katy

"For they shall soon be cut down like the grass, and wither like the green herb"

Psalms 37:2


I am so so so so soooooo sorry for the lack of posts since the polyvore sets. (when I post just PV sets, it usually means I am too darn busy to put an hour's effort into a good one) But, now I will present to you a "good" blog post, along with some polyvore sets, ( I couldn't resist, now that I am back into PV) and some other cool fashion-related stuff. :)


CONGRATS TO BB!


Yes, most of you all know that my buddy, BB, or cutepony8 on Girlsense passed her driving test!!!!! So, cheers to you! :)


Fashionness

IN: Skinny Jeans

OUT: Bellbottoms

(^^FYI every blog post, I will try to post my "IN's and OUT's of the day".)

I was searching for some "fashion fun facts" and came upon an awesome website, www.freewebs.com/fashionfun and found these:


-It is impossible to put mascara on with your mouth completely closed.

-The Mona Lisa does not have any eyebrows. It was the fashion in the Renaissance time to shave them off.

-During the time of Peter the Great, any Russian man who had a beard was required to pay a special tax.

-A German man goes an average of 7 days without washing his underwear

-Every U.S. president has worn glasses, some just didn't want to wear them in public

-In ancient Rome it was considered a sign of leadership to be born with a crooked nose.

-Everyone thinks it was Whitcomb Judson who invented the zipper but it was really Elias Howe. Elias was so busy inventing the sewing machine that he didn't get around to selling his zipper invention which he called a "clothing closure".

-Men were the first to wear jewelry as a status symbol and as good luck amulets to aid them in battle.

-Aaron, first high priest of the Hebrews, wore 12 gemstones (representing the 12 tribes of Israel) in his silver breastplate. This is when birthstones originated.

-About 75% of American brides receive a diamond engagement ring.

-In the eighteenth century the French Comte d'Artois owned a set of diamond buttons, each of which had a miniature clock encased inside it.

-According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, two out of five women in America dye their hair.

-The Greeks in the time of Alexander the Great liked blond hair as much as we do today. Men and women alike bleached their locks with potash water and herbal infusions, creating a reddish-blond color considered to be the height of style and beauty.

-In India it is perfectly proper for men to wear Pajamas in public. Pajamas are accepted as standard daytime wearing apparel.

-Pearls melt in vinegar.

-88% of women by shoes a size too small.


Birthstones...



















I am an opal. What are you?

What are you waiting for? Visit that site!

POLYVORENESS

Coming soon....

I will be Judging, and following the Polyvore contest (on the forum) HERE exclusively, so just FYI. :)

ENTER here: http://girlsenseforum.heavenforum.com/girls-united-s-polyvore-star-f30/


Set of the Day

Once Again, BB made an awesome set. No need to thank me! :P xoxo

-Katy

By the looks of the title, you may be able to tell, that I will be showing you some of my latest PV sets, and others' sets that I am proud of/like. :)

Polyvore-NESS



Lilac Fresh - by KatyLOVESu on Polyvore.com


My Zebra patterned Fairytale... - by KatyLOVESu on Polyvore.com


Spiteful words can hurt. - by Beyond.These.Walls on Polyvore.com


coolio - by ツⓟⓐⓛⓞⓚⓔツ on Polyvore.com


Imagining...doing... - by StyleChix19 (Waaaay Behind) on Polyvore.com

PLUS.... Coming Soon to Girls United.... A POLYVORE CONTEST! Hoo-ray! :)

xx. Katy

Hope yall LOVED your snowdays! (most of u)

SNOOOOWWWWW!

Yes, snow piled down all night here. 6 inches!!!!! OMGG! That definitely is a record breaker! Usually we get out of school after about 2 inches..... But it's too bad we already had school cancelled because of some teachers meeting. :( Oh well.... I think I'll live.

MY GIRLSENSE RANT

[credits to BB for the motivation]

As you know, a certain member, Brownsugar0000's priceless, beautiful fashions were wiped out completely by a member who was "Having a bad day". Now, until now we all probably thought that Girlsense had us covered with all these awesome ways to keep our fashion friends safe, the flagging button. But now that the option has been abused, shouldn't Girlsense show their support and possibly figure out some other way to get rid of the bad? Yes. Exactly. Now, a chain of members are neglecting GS by "leaving" and finding refuge in some other site. What website wants that? No one. So here me out, leave comments and create your own arguments.

(Thanks again BB)


I will get back to yall tonite when I have some idea for Fashionness. :)


Until then!
xx. - Katy

(MY FIRST POST IN MARCH! HURRRAAAAYYYYYY!!)

My First Ice-Skating Experience


(Keeping my experience short-but-sweet......)

Yep, Believe it or not, yesterday was my very first time ice-skating!!! I am still in one piece (sp) and only fell 3 times! [that is pretty good for a first timer] It was fun nontheless. I have one bruise on my knee the size of a large golfball, but I have no broken bones!



Katy's Wish List

^^[P A C S U N]





















^^[W E T S E A L]



POLYVORE

I'm BACCKKK! See my latest sets on the side bar! My account is: Katylovesu!

Comment-and-fave!

xx.
Katy