Winter Haul

Hi there!

Temperature is dropping fast here in the Northeast and so I knew it was time to go shopping for the winter! Here is my picture haul of what I got, minus a few pieces that didn't go with my accidental color choices! 

Xo, paulina

Kinda-Leather Pants

Hi there!
A huge trend that we will all be seeing this season are leather pants. I don't know about you, but leather pants make too big of a statement, for me, to use for school and for outside of school. I found a great, budget friendly, alternative that I absolutely love!....

Find these here: 

http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=26190&pid=647182&vid=1&scid=647182042

These are from Old Navy, one of my favorite stores that does not break the bank! I have this pair and they are fantastic for us, teenage girls, on school days. They have a coating of some sort on then that makes them have a sheen and look super cool! The best part is that they can be styled in very chic ways for the perfect night out. They work with boots and flats, as well as sandals when it gets warmer. I love them so, because we can wear them for both extremes, casual school days, and party nights on the weekends! 

If you are still looking for a true leather pant here is a great selection: 

http://www.shopbop.com/clothing-pants-leather/br/v=1/2534374302180153.htm?extid=affprg-5960202

Review: Oversized Clutches

Hi there!

Lately oversized clutches have been popular in stores and I personally have never owned one, (although I'd like too!) and wanted to supply my readers with a view on outfit and clutch inspiration so they could get in on the trend too!

Pair up a colorful outfit with a playful purse.

This cheetah print, fold over is adorable and extremely classy. Don't forget about timeless!

 

(right) Oversized clutches can be transition pieces; from work day to night! 

(left) This one gives a little vibe of punk, but can be ultimately paired with anything.

Don't forget classic prints never go out of style and this herringbone print is very chic!

xo, Paulina

How to Wear a Sweater over a Skirt or Dress

Hi there!

Skirts are not the first things I would wear during these cold months, but under a big, chunky sweater, it creates the cutest and laid-back look! I was hesitant about this style at first, therefore I was selective about how I wrote this post and would wear this look on my own.

Do:

-thin sweater that can be knotted

-chunky cropped sweaters

-floral, or any printed skirts

-match a solid with a print

-keep shoes solid colored and very minimal

-keep a slightly tighter fit on top, if the skirt is very full

Don't:

-mix prints

-wear all one color

-wear a hi-low sweater because it will create an unflattering silhouette

     

xo, Paulina

Trending Tuesday! - Fur Vests

Hi there!
Fur vests are the rage for this season and they come in a bunch cute textures and fabrics!
Take a look and get inspired:

xo, Paulina

Fur Vest by pf777 featuring H&M

Karl Donoghue brown vest / Calypso St. Barth brown vest / C. Wonder vest waistcoat / American Eagle Outfitters vest waistcoat / H&M vest, $48 / H&M vest, $40

Fall makeup

Hi there!

Around school there are a lot of girls who wear makeup in a tasteful way and I have gotten some inspiration for the perfect fall face!

Here are some trends to give you an idea:

-gold/brown 

Eyes:

1. Apply a gold shimmery eyeshadow to the lid in a light covering

2. Use a white-ish eyeshadow and add about a dot to the inner corner of the lid as a highlighter that will make your eyes stand out

3. Apply a very thin black eyeliner to the bottom water line

4. Use an eyelash curler with 2-3 pumps on each eye and put on either a black, brown, or plum mascara (like "Are they fake?" from Benefit, which I am in love with) to the top lashes, from root to tip

Skin

1. Apply foundation and concealer where needed

2. Take a orangey pink blush and dust it on the contours of your face to achieve a natural glow

Lips

1. Exfoliating your lips can be important during the fall and winter, as the air gets dry, so exfoliate with homemade exfoliators like salt and Chapstick 

2. Apply a darker pink lipstick that is close to natural lip colors

3. Use an everyday lipgloss to maintain a shiny look

Xo, 

Paulina

Etsy Shop Opened!!!

Hi there!
I'm very excited to announce that I have opened an Etsy Shop named ChicbyPaulina!

https://www.etsy.com/shop/ChicByPaulina?ref=search_shop_redirect

Because I have just started I only have two items, a headband and pouch, for now, but I really hope that the shop is successful and I can add a LOT more!!

Please, please check it out and spread it around if you can so that I can add more variety and items!!

Thanks, Paulina Fernandez

Friday Favorites!

Hi there! 

Here are this week's favorites!

Favorite kid's DIY Halloween costume: superhero duct tape and towel

Favorite fall foliage: Prospect Mountain, Lake George (awesome travel spot!)

Favorite nails: 

Favorite fall outfits: blush is the color! these happened to all be very structured as well 

Favorite artist: Katie Daisy! You may have seen her work in Pottery Barn..and I want all of her fanciful work! 

xo, Paulina

Currently Craving- Topknots

Hi there!
I've been gone for a while, getting back into the rythem with school and dance, etc. and haven't found the time to blog...hopefully this will change!!

This week I have been wanting to make the perfect topknot. Because of ballet, I am an expert (??) at doing a ballet bun, and so I thought a topknot would come easy to me...It didn't due to the lack of bobby pins and hair nets that you can not use in those slick buns.

I have loads of hair and I'm still trying to perfect mine so that it does not look like a messy, frizzy blob aha! Have you gotten yours down? Any tips?

Now in the fall we will be seeing much of these high buns and they are becoming my favorite!...here's some inspiration and multiple ways to try the "do":

xo, Paulina

Homecoming!-Dresses

Hi there!
Although my school does not really celebrate homecoming, I wish it did! I have ideas for the perfect homecoming dresses.

First, try to find out if there is a theme to the party. If so, it might be, all-white, masquerade, 80's themed, or anything in between, so that you hint the theme in your preparations.

Second, homecoming is not as dressy as prom, so do not pull out your really formal dresses! This is a time to be comfortable, but to look dressed up...like at a Sweet Sixteen!

Brown dress / Motel navy blue lace dress / Pink cocktail dress / B. Darlin homecoming cocktail dress / Yellow dress / 2b stretch dress / Forever 21 hot pink dress / Ruffle dress

xo, Paulina

Tips for Travellers! -Oyster.com

Hi there!
I found a great website called Oyster.com! This is not your average travel website because it has some features that most others do not. It's popularity came from something called "Photo Fakeouts." This is when a travel agency, or hotel have brochure or website pictures that do not exactly look the same...Here take a look!

On the right are the hotel website's but as you can see, the calming scene of the empty beach and the city atmosphere of the pool is not what it actually is.

Some terrible tricks that really do make you believe it's better than what it really is! My tip:

Go on google, type in your hotel or attraction to see multiple views of the same thing. This way traveller's pictures and hotel's will pop up and the truth will be revealed!

xo, Paulina

First day of school!

Hi there! 

Today I started my junior year and thought I would share what I wore for the first day!

I decided to wear pink high waisted shorts (Forever 21), a basic black tank, and a white boyfriend cardi (Old Navy). Pretty simplistic outfit, but I just wanted to be comfortable for a long day ahead while still looking dressed up!

I kept my hair down and had it cut yesterday, so that it would look fresh, clean, and curl a bit at the ends!

The shoes I wore were these simple, neutral snake skin print flip flops so that I could be comfortable to walk around a lot.

As for jewelry I wore my two Pandora rings that I wear everyday. (P.S. My nail polish is "Who's the Boss" by Essie.)

I also wore some thin arm candy! Here I have a brazilian wish bracelet (can't take off), a Marc Jacob, Jcrew, and two David Yerman bracelets.

Hope your first day went as good as mine!

xo, Paulina

Friday Favorites!

Hi there!
Here are this week's favorites:

Favorite destination: Martha's Vineyard, a hotspot!

Favorite handbag: Furla Candy Bag! Transparent is a trend!

http://www.furla.com/us/candy/

Favorite pet shot: pups! 

Favorite foodstagram: Chocolate Chip Cookie Brownies yum!!

http://pinchofyum.com/chocolate-chip-cookie-brownies

Favorite DIY: Instead of a lemonade stand, how about a balloon stand! 

http://www.studiodiy.com/2013/08/21/diy-balloon-stand/

xo, Paulina

Back to School!-Haul

Hi there!

Here is my new haul for school season. Hope you like it!

xo, Paulina

Back to School!-Trends

Hi there!
Here are some trends that you will for sure be seeing in school. Good thing is they are very easy to style and get a hold of! Hope you like!

Emerald Green by pf777 featuring v neck tops

H&M v neck top, $20 / H&M jacket, $47 / RABEANCO foldable tote / even&odd snood scarve, $22

printed bottoms by pf777 featuring madewell shorts

Cool Change blue pants / Madewell shorts / STELLA McCARTNEY shorts / Sass & Bide ankle zip jeans

leather and studs by pf777 featuring studded combat boots

H&M studded jacket, $47 / Vegan leather skirt, $28 / Studded combat boots / River Island beige purse, $31

xo, Paulina

Back to School!-Backpacks

Hi there!
I've been away all summer and haven't posted at all! But I'm about to change that..
It's Back to School season and as a high school student, this means new school supplies and more importantly new clothes! Within this last minute week of summer I will post 3 posts that will help anyone whose looking forward to the new year.


Backpacks: although we all want a cute backpack that shows off our personality and style, we do need to consider if it will be efficient and make life easier at school. Here are some great ideas for to combine both!

Madden Girl dot bag / Bric's backpacks bag / Billabong green bag / Vans strap bag, $47 / Volcom backpacks bag / Herschel Supply Co. backpack laptop bag / Victoria's Secret victoria secret bag / Madewell backpacks bag / Vans top handle bag, $47 / Off to School Flocked 12 x 12 Transparency

Thanks! Comment and make sure to follow!
xo, Paulina