What I Wore: Clash

what I wore: sequin jacket: courtesy of Karen Kane    /    striped skinny Jordan Jean: courtesy of Motel Rocks    /     tank: H&M    /    bag: Forever 21 (similar)   /    boots: Steve Madden    /    necklace: Forever 21

A few weeks ago before LA Fashion Week I met some of my blogger buddies in LA for a night of fun and event hopping, yes believe me there is such a thing!  We chatted, we laughed we indulged in cotton candy and cute cupcakes.  Above, are a few snaps of what I wore that night (which happens to be a little bit of everything; stripes, sequins, and neon) and below are a few snaps of some amazing goodies I spotted at the Kitson store while at the NCLA event.

check out Chanelle's genius layering skills

 the perfect fringe statement top by Wildfox Couture

 Yummy treats, yummy fashion and fab friends always guarantee a great night in LA

xx

ari

Out and About [Santa Monica] Forever 21 Blogger Event

[pictured above: Sarah of Pandora's Box, Chanelle of The Penelope Times and I]

Above are a few pictures from the Forever 21 Blogger event in Santa Monica I attended some days ago with the lovely Chanelle of The Penelope Times. The store was full of stylish LA bloggers, fabulous and affordable fashion at every turn.  There were fun and chic manicures being given, yummy cake pops and drinks and a fun neon  DIY accessory table.  Of course I had a blast with my blogger gals ooooh-ing and ahhh-ing at all the fabulous merchandise.

have an amazing weekend!
xx
ari

What I Wore: Fringe

blazer: ZARA  (similar)  /    top: G-Stage (local fast fashion store) (similar style here)    /    jeans: Free People    /    shoes: Jessica Simpson    /   clutch: courtesy of Little Black Bag    /    sunglasses: House of Harlow
Say hello to my new obsession.... FRINGE!   More of my key Spring must haves are: neons, pastels (especially mint), polka dots, printed skinny jeans, mixed florals, asymmetrical hemlines, bright yellow and much, much more (trust me).
what are your spring "must haves"?
xxari

Out and About [Long Beach] LB Antique Market

This month I am guest blogging for the Long Beach Antique Market blog!  During the last market, I wandered around snapping away at anything and everything that caught my eye.  Above are some of my favorite shots from my visit.  You can also check out my "official" guest posts:
My intro post and my Street Style post on the Antique Market website if you like.

xx
ari

What I Wore: Touches of Color

sweater: H&M    /    leggings: Guess (similar pair on sale on Karmaloop)   /   necklace: courtesy of Sway Chic    /    handbag: BCBGeneration courtesy of Little Black Bag   /    shoes: courtesy of Sole Society    /    sunglasses: House of Harlow

An easy, effortless and affordable way to add a little color to your wardrobe and outfits is by accessorizing with color!  Here is a quick outfit post featuring a few of my favorite accessories all in the same outfit!

have a fab and chic weekend, 

xx

ari

What I Wore: A Pop of Neon

dress: G-Stage (a local fast fashion store)    /    purse: Forever 21    /    shoes: Jessica Simpson
Long story short.... I am love with this dress.  Since the very first moment I set eyes on this hi-low maxi dress hanging on the rack.   To the moment I tried it on at my local store and lastly to the moment I threw it on for the complete look combined with my new neon bag (which I am also in total love with).  This goes to show you that when you find the perfect dress and accessories to go with it you will want to wear that outfit everyday! Trust me, I wish I could wear a variation of this outfit everyday.
If you tuned in to my video post about my favorite Spring Trends in Spanish [ you can check it out here ] you will remember that I mentioned that a great way to incorporate the neon trend easily and effortlessly to any outfit was through the use of accessories, to be specific a belt or hand bag.  Happy to be able to share with you an outfit post featuring one of my suggestions applied to everyday dressing.  Tell me, are you head over heels for Neons this season like me?  If so what are some ways you plan on incorporating neons into your wardrobe?
Have a lovely and chic week chicas!xxAri

Featured Giveaway: Alyssa Nicole Peter Pan Collar Dress

Hi friends! This week I am happy to share with you a very "Spring Inspired" Giveaway! Designer Alyssa Nicole is giving one lucky lady a custom made Peach Peter Pan Collar Dress from her Spring 2012 collection valued at over $90 (shown below)

The Alyssa Nicole contest is super easy and fun.  All you have to do is create your very own Polyvore Set using at least two pieces from the Alyssa Nicole Collection and one accessory to show us your favorite way to style your favorite pieces.  Take note that you can enter as many times as you like and guess who will be judging the entries??? Well, none other than me! So please make sure to head on over to the Alyssa Nicole Style page  [by clicking here] and follow the directions to enter the giveaway.  Giveaway ends March 23, 2012.

[CLICK HERE TO ENTER GIVEAWAY]

To give you a little example of what we are looking for in a contest entry, I decided to create my own set to share with you. To get inspired before creating your own set check out my Alyssa Nicole set below, easy peasy right!?

Good luck  to you all and keep those entries coming, feel free to share them on the La Catrina de LA Moda FB page (here) and on the Alyssa Nicole FB page (here)

Good Luck!

xx

Ari