Lets Talk Winter Wardrobe (because i'm so freaking excited)

Kay I think i have a problem. Every single girl I walk past at school gets a full up and down, 3 second outfit critique. I can't help it, it just happens. Here's some feedback for the general Rexburg public that I think we need to be concerned about. Please pay attention:

-denim on denim. guys just don't do it. just don't. it's so hard to pull that off, chances are you aren't hot enough to do it, I'm sorry. So if you're gonna wear a denim button down or jean jacket, wear it with a maxi skirt, white, pink or black pants. basically any color besides blue. another thing to remember with denim, it's good to mix textures so don't be afraid to mix some leather/courdaroy with it. i promise it will look better than just regular colored jeans.

-high heeled boots. you don't need to wear those to school.... chances are, your outfit isn't cute enough  to match with those anyways so just buy some flat boots...

-be careful with your blazers, people. 80% of the time, blazers are very very formal. therefore don't pair it with light wash jeans and a cotton shirt underneath. for the most part, that combo will look ridiculous. especially black blazers.... only wear with niceee skinny jeans (absolutely no light wash) and a silk/satin blouse. It doesn't matter if it has ruffles, if it's cheap cotton or it's pilling, dont wear it under a blazer.

-you don't need to tuck in everything with a belt. some shirts just dont look good tucked in... i would know, i went through that phase sophomore year. if it's a tee shirt, it's probably too tight to be tucked in. if it's a babydoll style shirt (anything that goes from fitted to loose and baggy towards the bottom) don't tuck it in. like think for a second... it's not that difficult.

-i hate the leggings that go mid calf with lace on the bottom. that's all i have to say on the matter.

-guys it's not full length boot season yet. sorry. i know it's kinda cold here in the mornings but i"m from AZ and i go to my 9;00 class in 3/4 length sleeves and it's fine. then by 3 it's 85 outside... that"s TOO HOT for full length boots, cardigans, pea coats, scarves and leather jackets.



HOW TO WEAR TALL, FLAT BOOTS

1.

Your choice of tall boots is huge, depending on the look and style you like. Some tall boots extend past the knee and others end at the knee. Colors vary from black to assorted shades of brown. Choose simple boots with clean lines or boots with buckles. Flat boots usually have a short, stacked heel.

2.

The most common way to wear tall, flat boots is with skinny jeans or leggings because they fit easily into the boots without added bulk. Denim blue jeans or any color leggings would work well when you pair them with these boots.

3.

Try tall, flat boots with a skirt or dress for a flirty and fashionable statement. Any length is an option and virtually any style can work. A shorter skirt or dress with flounce looks feminine and stylish. A knee-length or longer skirt or dress is a casual and attractive look. Wear tights underneath, or hide socks inside the boots.

4.

Dress your top half in a variety of different ways, but be sure you have several layers for a stylish look. Try a fitted tunic sweater over a T-shirt or a scoop-neck shirt. If it's warm enough, you could pair a long T-shirt over a tank top for sporty layers. Don't forget to pair a button-down blouse with a jacket or blazer -- this look never gets old.

5.

Finish your ensemble with accessories. Add a belt around your waist if you're wearing a tunic sweater. Add a scarf if you're wearing a jacket or blazer. Don't forget a chunky necklace and earrings to pull your outfit together.

Things You'll Need

 

1.Skinny jeans

3.Skirt (mini, knee-length or longer)

5.Tights or socks

7.Button-down blouse

9.Accessories (belt, scarf and jewelry)

2.Leggings

4.Dress

6.Tunic-style sweater or T-shirt

8.Jacket or blazer

 

Copy and Pasted from: http://www.typef.com/article/wear-tall-flat-boots/#ixzz27WaH2L3c



HOW TO WEAR SCARVES

Dressing well isn't just about the right shoes, tops and bottoms. Accessories play a big part in the success of your overall look. In fact, a wardrobe of basics paired with some colorful accessories will pare down your closet into one chic outfit after another. A key accessory for any season is an accent scarf. Square plaid and skinny scarves add downtown cool. A flower print will femme up any "boyfriend" ensemble. If you know the different ways to wear them, the versatility they offer is priceless.

The Basic Wrap Around

This way of wearing a scarf works with all types, whether it's made of light chiffon or thick, chunky yarn. Hold your scarf in front of you and place it around your neck so the tails are hanging over your shoulders and down your back. Reach behind you and wrap the left tail over your right shoulder so it's now hanging down your front. Repeat with the right tail wrapped over your left shoulder. Look in the mirror and pull down the part of the scarf wrapped around your neck. Leave it snug for warmth, or make it loose for a more casual accent. Fluff it up if you want or tie the tails in a loose knot, if they're too long.

Sqaure Scarf Wrap Around

Square scarves have made a big appearance on the streets of the most stylish cities. They usually come in a plaid or animal print and have fringe on the sides. Fold the square in half so it looks like a triangle. Wrap it around your neck from front to back so the apex of the triangle is pointing down and against your chest. It's kind of like wrapping a bib around your neck, but way more stylish than the plastic ones at your local lobster shack. The tails will be hanging at the back; wrap the left one around your right shoulder and the right one around your left shoulder so both tails are in the front.

Loop It

One of the chicest ways to wear your scarf in colder weather is to make a loop around your neck and pull the tails through. The scarf stays close to your neck and provides extra warmth. The ends can be left out or tucked into a coat or jacket. Fold your scarf in half so there is a loop at one end. Wrap the looped scarf around your neck from back to front. One side will be the loop, the other will be your tails. Put the tails through the loop and pull gently until the scarf is snug.

Skinny Scarves

Sometimes the simplest way to wear a scarf is all you need. Long skinny scarves are a great accent to a basic, solid top in a dark or neutral color. Because the skinny scarf is a color accent and not for warmth, all you need to do is wrap it around your neck from back to front and let the tails hang loose at the sides. Put on a chic little jacket and you're all set.

Read more: http://www.typef.com/article/trendy-ways-wear-scarves/#ixzz27WbIC9bR

Eye Shadow

I thought this was really interesting because I've always struggled with eye shadow colors... i feel like with my skint tone, i couldn't wear anything but tans and browns. anyways, here's some cool articles, i'll put the actual links at the bottom.

1. Blue Eyes

   • While many consider blue eyes to be naturally beautiful, the right eyeshadow combination can accentuate their striking quality. Because complementary colors always work well, a combination of orange and gold can look nice against the blue of the eyes. On a color wheel, orange is the direct complementary of blue. Conversely, to use related color harmonies, a shade of blue darker than your eyes combined with gray can produce a smoky look that looks beautiful against lighter blue eyes. Another option is to apply violet eyeshadow on the eyelid, and lavender in space between the lid and the eyebrow.

   Green or Hazel Eyes

   • Green and hazel eyes may look quite different from one another, but they fit the same profile when it comes to choosing the right eyeshadow combination. As always, using complementary colors will bring out the color in your eyes. To this end, try a combination of pinks, purples or red-orange colors. Alternatively, you can go the opposite route and use similar colors that will enrich your eyes. Try a mixture of dark green and light green, or brown and purple.

   Brown Eyes

   • Some say that people with brown eyes are lucky because any shade of eyeshadow goes well with this color. Nonetheless, there are some combinations that look better than others. Unlike eyes of other colors, the right eyeshadow combination for brown eyes can depend on the darkness of your skin tone. If you have fair skin, go with a combination of grey, pink and plum. For medium or darker skin, use the plum shade more heavily.

   Other Tips

   • There are some other general rules and tips when it comes to choosing eyeshadow combinations that can help you look and feel your best. In general, choose a darker combination of eyeshadow if you want to accentuate your eye color. If you'd rather disguise your eyes, a lighter combination should do the trick. It is best to match your eyeshadow combination to the color of your eyes only, and not to the color of your hair, which can be tempting to do.

Read more: How to Choose Eye Shadow Combinations | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/info_12217359_choose-eye-shadow-combinations.html#ixzz25MM0nN1d

Choosing Makeup to Compliment Your Skin Tone

Instructions

1. • 1
     Determine what your skin tone is. In order to find makeup that compliments your skin tone you will first have to figure out what skin tone you have. To do this you need to stand in front of a mirror and hold a swatch of gold fabric in one hand and a swatch of silver fabric in the other. Take turns holding the different fabrics up to your face. If the gold material compliments your face, but the silver material makes you look washed out then you have a warm skin tone. If the silver material makes you look bright and vibrant but the gold material gives your skin a sick appearance then you have a cool skin tone. If you look good in both then your skin tone is neutral.
   • 2
     Choose a foundation. People who have warm skin tones need to look for foundations with yellow bases that have warm sounding names such as almond, copper or honey beige, for example. Those who have a cool skin tone need to look for foundations with blue bases and cool sounding names such as ivory or rose tint.
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   • 3
     Look for eye shadow, lip stick and blush colors to further enhance your skin. Skin with a cool tone looks best in mauve, plum, pink and rose colors. Warm skin tones are complimented by coral, red, neutral and brown colors. People with a neutral skin tone can wear most any color to compliment their skin tone.
   • 4
     Find nail polishes that are in the same color families as the makeup you chose to compliment the skin tone on your hands and fingers.

Read more: How to Choose Makeup to Compliment Skin Tone | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/how_2126119_choose-makeup-compliment-skin-tone.html#ixzz25MO8dC1b

Body Image

Okay so maybe this is so dumb, i don't know, I'm sorry i'm weird. But you know how people say that back in the 50's, Marilyn Monroe wore like a size 10 and weighed 150 or something like that? my point to that estimation.. over time the acceptable body image has changed. that's not just my opinion, it has. Marilyn's curvy body of her time has been replaced by stick skinny, unhealthy looking models. and this is a topic that has always really interested me, it goes along with eating disorders and all that. but anyways, i found some cool stuff on this topic and think it's blog-sharring worthy.



Here's some interesting stats i found:
(i'm not making this crap up, i'm just copy and pasting from other sites... hahah)

• 8 million people in the US suffer from an ED
• 90% are women/girls
• 8 out 10 women are not happy with their reflection
• 80% of children are afraid of being fat
• more than 50% of 10 year old girls wish they were thinner
• Americans spend more than 40 billion a year on diet and beauty products
• The average American woman is 5'4" and 140 pounds
• The average American model is 5' 11" and 117 pounds
• In your lifetime 50,000 people will die as a direct result of their Eating Disorder
• The current media ideal of thinness is achieved by less than 5% of the female population

- 42% of elementary school students between the 1st and 3rd grades want to be thinner  
- 80% of children who are ten years old are afraid of being fat  
Calorie restriction and other diets are common: 
- 25% of men and 45% of women are on a diet on any given day  
- 80% of women are dissatisfied with their appearance  
- 51% of 9 and 10 year old girls feel better about themselves if they are on a diet  
- 35% of "normal dieters" progress to pathological dieting. Of those, 25% will progress to partial or full syndrome eating disorders
- 91% of women recently surveyed on a college campus had attempted to control their weight through dieting, 22% dieted "often
or "always"  
- Americans spend over $40 billion on dieting and diet related products each year  

From: http://weighingthefacts.blogspot.com/2010/02/body-image-statistics.html#ixzz24dJtlmLS
http://childrencomefirst.com/cms/uploads/bodyimagefactvsfiction.pdf

OPRAH'S AMAZING:

http://www.oprah.com/style/Body-Image-Statistics-How-Women-Feel-About-Their-Looks/2



here's a chart i found on how body images have changed over time.. it's kinda weird haha but kinda interesting. at least i thought it was interesting, but i'm weird so whatever http://www.timetoast.com/timelines/40308

Event Date:	Event Title:	Event Description:
	02/21/1500	Elizabeth era	Bell-shaped figure was ideal at that time; huge lower half with tiny and flat chest.Amourlike coursets were often used to mkae their bottoms look bigger. However, round face wwere promoted as women appeared to have round face in old pictures. Clothes were reconized to mould their bodies to atrract women. Helath problems were caused by tight coursets and in some cases they had fainted because of breathing difficulty.
	02/21/1600	Slight changes in corsets	Corsets were made by whalebones instead of iron which brought better feeling to the women.
	01/01/1700	the comeback of skirthoop and bosom started to be concerned	Framework was tied to the waist to provide a picture of round and big bottom. bosom was brought uphigh by ight 'stays' which sometimes caused them to pass out.Georgian wig became popular.
	01/01/1800	victoria era	Gree-style silhoutte was in fashion but not for a long time. Victoria era came up with a ideal hourglass figure which promoted ti ny waist and big bottom, the squeze in the waist had led to some serious organic problems-unhealthy. The bust was emphasized with a bodice.
	01/01/1900	Modern life	slenderness became fashionable, 'health corset was introduced to replace uncomfortable Edwardian corset. It created tiny waist and pushed the bust forward and hip back promoting the 'S' line. Body weight was reconized as science and women showed interest in athletics.
	02/21/1901	Comestic surgery started to grow	In 1901 the first face lift was done by Eugene Hollander of Berlin
	01/01/1910	Big change	Mssive change in woman's body expectation. Corset was pushed to an end. Women participated more in sport and promoted a slender healthy body.Bras were introduced.
	01/01/1920	Flappers	The sim was ideal. "Flappers" with thin, boyish bodies were pursued although it was struggling. Energy and vitality became central. panties and bras were used to flattened the breasts.
	01/01/1930	Slight change in body curves	A body with slight curl wasbeing persued with a bigger breast size but small hips were still important.
	01/01/1950	New perception of body line	A thin body with large breasts was considered the most attractive. Women tended to rebuild their curves which they once tried to cover and retrain. New girdle influenced hourglass figure for women. breasts were emphasized.The bra became a controlling garment, to lift and enhance boobs, rather than flatten them.
	02/21/1960	Curvy figures	Slenderness became ideal body figure. Models usually weighed less than average women. Bodies of long legs, huge boobs, non existent hips were introduced by barbie dolls.
	01/01/1970	Hippy lifestule	slenderness came to the top, slim figures but tonned were promoted in magazines and beauty contests. being slim was not as sufficient, bodies with small hips and waists but huge breasts were ideal.Being toned was important.
	01/01/1980	Powerful era	More toned and fit look was required on a slim body. Women started to work out to achieve toned body and curves at the right places.
	01/01/1990	High standart of ideal body	Sim and large breasted body was popular. it was a really hard body to achieve so lots of women tended to go on diet and used lingerie to make their boobs look bigger.
	01/01/2010	Continual of thiness	Women do whatever it takes such as surgery, gastric reduction and diets to maintain slim bodies. However, bodies with curves are still popular as men nowadays enjoy women tih curves. Recent models promote that clothes, confidence make you have a gorgeius body.

Healthy Recipes

kay i totally feel like my mom or something, posting healthy recipes... but whatever. i have recently found that cooking is fun, especially when it tastes good and it's healthy. so i found all these really good recipes on the Special K website and i tried a few... SO good. and easy. most of them are vegetarian meals, which i kind of like, but they're all super simple and low cal. my favorite ones i put below but here's the link to the full site if you want it.

http://www.specialk.com/tips-and-tools/healthy-recipes#/1

Roasted Corn and Chicken Tostada

• PREP TIME
  20 minutes
• TOTAL TIME
  20 minutes
• YIELD
  1 serving

INGREDIENTS

• 1 (7-inch) whole wheat flour tortilla or flour tortilla
• Nonstick cooking spray
• 1/3 cup frozen whole kernel corn
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 4 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 cup salsa
• 1/4 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 2 tablespoons shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon fat-free sour cream

DIRECTIONS

1. Lightly coat both sides of tortilla with cooking spray. Place on baking sheet. Bake at 400° F about 10 minutes or until crisp.
2. Meanwhile, in small nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray cook corn over medium-high heat for 1 to 3 minutes or until beginning to brown, stirring frequently. Remove from skillet. Set aside.
3. In same small skillet heat oil. Add chicken, chili powder and cumin. Cook and stir over medium-high heat for 2 to 3 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Stir in salsa, beans and corn. Heat through.
4. Place tortilla on serving plate. Top with lettuce, chicken mixture, cheese and sour cream. Serve immediately.

Spicy Asian Chicken Stir-Fry

• PREP TIME
  25 minutes
• TOTAL TIME
  25 minutes
• YIELD
  1 serving

INGREDIENTS

• 2 ounces medium rice noodles
• 1/2 cup broccoli flowerets
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper strips
• 1/2 cup fresh snow peas
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 4 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
• 1/4 cup shredded carrot
• 3 tablespoons bottled Thai-style peanut sauce
• 1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (optional)
• 2 teaspoons lightly salted dry roasted peanuts, chopped

DIRECTIONS

1. Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain. Rinse with cold water. Drain well. Set aside.
2. In nonstick large skillet or wok coated with cooking spray stir-fry broccoli and bell pepper over medium-high heat for 2 minutes. Stir in snow peas. Stir-fry for 1 minute more. Remove vegetables from skillet. Set aside.
3. Add oil to same skillet. Add chicken. Stir-fry over medium-high heat for 2 to 3 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Reduce heat to medium. Return vegetables to wok. Stir in carrot, peanut sauce, soy sauce and ground red pepper (if desired). Add noodles. Toss until combined and heated through. Transfer to serving plate. Sprinkle with peanuts.

Grilled Chicken Salad

• PREP TIME
  15 minutes
• TOTAL TIME
  30 minutes
• YIELD
  1 serving

INGREDIENTS

• 1 ounce fresh green beans, trimmed (about 8 beans)
• 1 medium boneless, skinless chicken breast (about 6 ounces)
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic pepper seasoning blend
• 2 cups torn mixed greens
• 1/2 medium carrot, shaved into thin slices
• 1/4 medium red bell pepper, seeded and cut into slivers
• 1/4 cup sliced cucumber
• 1 radish, sliced
• 1/2 cup halved yellow and/or red grape tomatoes
• 3 tablespoons reduced-fat balsamic vinaigrette

DIRECTIONS

1. In large saucepan plunge green beans into boiling water for 10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain. Cool.
2. Brush chicken on both sides with olive oil. Sprinkle with garlic pepper seasoning. Grill chicken directly over medium heat for 12 to 15 minutes or until tender and no longer pink, turning once. Cut into slices.
3. Meanwhile, place greens on serving plate. Arrange green beans, carrot, bell pepper, cucumber and radish on top. Sprinkle with tomatoes. Top with chicken. Serve with balsamic vinaigrette.

My Fav Fashion Blogs

okay i love fashion blogs more than life... but it's so hard to find good ones. there's just so many people that wear stuff that's so impractical. like, i feel bad for some people because they go out in public looking ridiculous. yeah cool, you're outfit's super 50's vintage but if you go out in public like that people are going to think you're a freak. another problem i run into, the mormon modesty issue. it's soo difficult to find cute mormon fashion blogs! if you google mormon fashion blogs, you know what's going to come up? this.


cute, i can throw on a ruffly shirt and a pair of jeans too.... maybe i should start my own fashion blog?



uhhhhhh..... what is this...

mothers wearing downeast basic cap sleeves, tacky jewelry, 3 inch wedged heels and a floral skirt. not saying there's anything wrong with that.. (don't get offended if that's what you wore to church on sunday) or teenagers who think they're cute and creative. but if people wanted to look at that kind of outfit, they could go inside their closet. there's no creativity in that and i just don't like it. so here's some good mormon fashion blogs i've discovered:

New Favorite: she's so cute, her style's perfect. i just love it. her baby's adorable, hot husband. boom. only problem... she wears these chunky clog-like heels,, they're ugly.

http://caraloren.blogspot.com/

here's some of my fav outfits from her:





and here's her baby. OKAYYY lets be real here.... that's adorable. if i looked like her and had this baby and her husband, i'd consider my life pretty freaking successful.





and here's another one i likeee. and she modifies her own clothes and tells how to do it sometimes.
http://www.wearingitonmysleeves.com/












RANDOM. this just made me laugh.. hahah KIC (keeping it classyy) Kim



anywayss, here's a big long list of mormon fashion bloggers, check it oout if you so desire. most of them are not any good though.

http://www.clothedmuch.com/p/mormon-fashion-bloggers.html#.UDlvSd2PX7Q

cool stuff i foundd..

Different Highlighting Looks- learn the difference so you know what to ask for!
http://www.ehow.com/slideshow_12240214_highlighting-techniques-long-hair.html

Bronzer or Blush?! find which one you should be using
http://www.ehow.com/slideshow_12221004_bronze-blush.html

...guy haircuts... just because.
http://www.ehow.com/slideshow_12217513_hot-haircuts-guys.html#slide=9

how often should you wash your face?
http://www.ehow.com/way_5426911_should-wash-face.html

how to wear white denim:
http://www.ehow.com/video_12232292_wear-white-denim.html

Obsessed with Jessica Alba

I just love her.... so much. and everything she wears is SO cute and inspiring. so i thought i'd share some of my fav Jessica Alba looks..


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you cant really see her outfit here... i just liked the baby... hahahh



andd i love jennifer too. <3 alt="TILT-O-WHIRL photo | Jessica Alba" img="img" src="http://img2.timeinc.net/people/i/2012/startracks/120806/jessica-alba-4-495.jpg">



















pattern mixing.. dont love the boots though

BOOT SEASON

I LOVE boot season! And maybe i'm just crazy, but it also kind of stresses me out.... like, where to buy cheap but cute boots, how to wear them and when to wear them. well lucky for you, i have no life so i spent a lot of time figuring this stuff out and now i shall share. ***ps there's some reallyyy good awesome tutorial link of how to wear different types of boots that i found. they're at the very bottom, check it out!

WHEN: here's a question that i couldn't take any longer so i researched for a definite answer. When is boot season?! i just get so excited for it but obviously wearing boots out of the designated boot season is a serious issue and it drives me crazyy when people do it... yes i know this sounds crazy and ridiculous but it's really something that i find very important.  last month there was a lady wearing over the knee leather boots with skinny jeans. uhh... it's summer. i was so annoyed. (again, i'm crazyy..) so i did some research and here's what i found:

Boot Season Start Date: Fall. End of August, beginning of September.
-what I personally think: Sounds a bit early to me... but that's what i found. Personally i think since we live in AZ, that's too early. it's too hot to be wearing knee high boots with skinnies, it's still in the 90's by September. i think with ankle length boots, (combat style <3 august="august" boots="boots" can="can" d="d" date="date" dresses="dresses" earlier="earlier" early="early" even="even" fine="fine" full="full" go="go" i="i" in="in" instances.="instances." late="late" leather="leather" length="length" like="like" my="my" october.="october." or="or" p="p" personal="personal" s="s" say="say" september.="september." shorts.="shorts." some="some" start="start" that="that" think="think" this="this" those="those" though...="though..." to="to" was="was" wear="wear" with="with" year.="year.">
Boot Season End Date: May 1st technically. cut off date of pants/leggings with knee high: Beginning of March.
-Personal opinion: okay... I think May is way too late. it's in the high 90's in AZ's May. I wore boots and leggings and a big sweater and scarf to school on Valentines day this year... most embarrassing day of my life. i almost left early to go change. but it was cold and rainy! i dunno, i would definitely say cut off the knee high by April at the latesttt. and that's maybe once a week, with a sundress or shorts or something. no knee high and jeans past end of February i think. depending on the weather outside. Definitely don't go into May wearing boots please.... just embrace the season change and move on. As far as ankle boots go, just wear them logically. if it's 102 outside.. dont wear them with long pants... dress with the seasons, ya know?

okay moving on...

ti'm so sick of the typical, cheap suede, slouchy 40 dollar charlotte russe boots everyone wears..... here lemme find what i'm talking about...



these. i mean there's nothing wrong with that, i have a pair myself in brown (of course. i only wear brown). but there's just so much out there, guys. if you're going to spend money on boots, have fun with it. or another type i cant stand...




okay... don't be offended if you own one of these styles. i'm just crazy and havestuff made up in my mind that i cant explain. i just dont like these. i dont get it. like, yeah i think they're cute, but i dont know what to wear with them.... skinny jeans and a plaid flannel? i just dont really dig ankle boots... especially ankle cowboy boots. just get full length ccowboy if you're gonna go down that road... that's just my personal opinion.

WHERE:so here's a problem i have struggled with a lot in my life. i want boots. so i run to the first store i can think of, and buy the cheapest boots there. and i dont really like them, i just buy them because i'm cheap and desperate. then i force myself to wear them even though it's really dfficult to find stuff to match them and i dont really like them at all. trust me for a sec, boots are something worth investing good money in. a good pair of boots will change your life. i personally go for the combat/military style... (makes me feel BA) or the knee high, rider boot style. but if slouchy and suede is what you prefer, go for that i guess. but a good pair of combat boots will change your life, i promise. so have up 35 bucks (not even bad) and invest in one of these. sooo... recently my friend stumbled across this marvelous website with decently priced boots. and it's changed my life. here's some of my favorite findings.

.......i just need them really bad. i mean look at them. they'd go with everything... i just love combat boots more than life.


$35











or these.... which are 30. which is really a good price.


*here's the link to the mid-thigh boot page
http://www.urbanog.com/index_110_p1_s1_ipp80.html


or then there's the knee high.... <3333 p="p">


a possibilty. since i dont own any black knee high boots... only 4 pairs of brown.. hahah oh and a grey. but i will never wear grey boots, dont know why the heck i bought them. $36.20


i NEED some rain boots. badly. $27.20




sdfghjksdhgjfdngfdngjker i want these so bad. even though i have a ton like them... haha i just like the red zipper.$36.20


i wish i was hot and could pull these off. Aria Montgomery could.... $39.20 and would be worth every penny.


i want to throw up. please dont wear these. i'll admit.... a couple years ago i tried really hard to be all hippie/indie (now they call it hipster, but that's a new phrase) and back then i would have loved these. but let's be real here. these are ugly. with the right outfit, they might be okay but i cant put together an outfit for them, therefore they're not worth the effort. Aria probably could.... stupid aria.


.......................................... i dont care how hot you are, don't attempt these. they're trashy as freak...


*here's the knee high boot link
http://www.urbanog.com/index_109_p1_s1_ipp80.html


HOW: now here's a little selection of pictures showing how to wear these different types of boots. using, of  course, my favorite source. CELEBS. <3 here="here" i="i" ideas="ideas" just="just" liked...="liked..." outfit="outfit" p="p" s="s" so="so" some="some">



















and here's some other fun stuff i found...

How to Wear Black Knee High Boots:

http://www.ehow.com/video_12200854_wear-black-knee-high-boots.html

How to Wear Leggings with Boots:

http://www.ehow.com/video_12200031_wear-leggings-boots.html

Lace-up boot Tutorial: (reallyyy good!)

http://www.ehow.com/info_12192802_laceup-boots-fashion-ideas.html

How to wear booties:

http://www.ehow.com/video_12200033_wear-booties-midleg-boots.html

What fashions go with boots?

http://www.ehow.com/info_12121385_fashions-boots.html