Do or Don't: Lace Shorts

  I've been seeing lace shorts all over the place and I'm not sure how I feel about it. I know Miss Heather is a huge fan of lace but honestly, all of the lace shorts I've tried on essentially look like very large underwear. Perhaps I don't have the right body for them? Who knows. In theory, I think these shorts are adorable but I just can't seem to find a pair I like. Does anyone else have this problem? 

 

High-Waisted Eyelash Lace Shorts from Forever 21 

Blake Lively in Marchesa Lace Shorts

 

Cherish Lace Shorts from Nasty Gal

Emma Watson looking tomboy chic in lace shorts.

Pins and Needles Lace Tap Shorts from Urban Outfitters

Oasis Lace Shorts from ASOS

What do you think? Are lace shorts a do or a don't?

-Miss Mel and Miss Heather

Do or Don't: Bows

When I first think of bows all I can think of is when parents throw a bow on their babies. Other than for the cuteness value, they also do it because let's face it sometimes it's really hard to tell if a baby is a girl or boy. But I don't think bows are only for babies! Whenever I think my outfit needs a touch of"girly" I like to add a bow and I think it's complete!

Here are some of my "bow loves"

Bows and wedges? I  see nothing wrong with this picture!

Another pair of my favorites: backless dresses and bows.

This simple rhinestone bow bracelet is adorable from Windsor

I've been loving this new trend of making a bow in you hair, out of your own hair!

Here's a great tutorial so you can do it yourself!

But I also swear by American Apparel's bow hair clips. They sell them in every color imaginable. 

This one's just for fun, Miss Mel and I are suckers for guys in bow ties and suspenders, but really what girl isn't?

This mint bow ring is a must have, as in my birthday is coming up and I must have it! 

*hint hint to any of my friends*

So what do you guys think? Are bows a do or don't? Let us know!

-Miss Mel and Miss Heather

Do or Don't: Skulls

I've noticed recently that skulls have been everywhere lately. No longer reserved for the punk-rock and hardcore girls, skull decals are on bracelets, flirty dresses and even flats.

Personally, it isn't really my style but I have embraced the trend by wearing this bracelet and this scarf because sometimes you do just want to feel like a badass, even if it is just a little bit.

Would you embrace this trend?

I would love to own these "Jeffrey Campbell Skulltini" flats.

These "Tripp NYC Jeans" are pretty amazing.


This "Skull Fracture Knit" is so cute!


This "Tiny Skull" ring would an easy way to wear this trend! 

By the way, Jeffrey Campbell, the mastermind behind the silk skull printed scarves, has a post on how to wear the skull trend! 

Readers, what do you think? Is the skull trend a do or a don't?

-Miss Mel and Miss Heather

Do or Don't: Mint

 Ever since this summer, I've been falling in love with the color mint. I have a mint top, mint pants, a mint dress and I'm currently searching for a mint bag. 

 I think the color is so refreshing and looks good with almost any skin tone.

What do you think? Is mint a do or don't?

"Draw a Cloud" Dress from ModCloth

A pop of mint!


"The Hamptons" Swimsuit from Lee + Lani

"Turquoise and Caicos" by Essie


A touch of mint animal print for the Manish Arora Paris Spring 2013 collection


"Mint Knot Headband" from ASOS

Mint skirt=adorable

"Never Too Jaded" Earrings from ModCloth

 

Will you be wearing mint this spring? 

-Miss Mel and Miss Heather

Do or Don't: The Fur Vest

During our weekend trip to Chicago, I wore my fur vest all weekend long and was very dramatic about it. I couldn't help myself, Miss Heather will back me up on this. Haha!

Something about wearing it instantly makes me feel fabulous, glamorous, classy, all of the above. However, I know there is a certain stigma against wearing fur and I wear a faux fur vest I found at Urban Outfitters.

Would you wear a fur vest?

Pretty and edgy.

Pins and Needles Faux Fur Vest
from Urban Outfitters


Simple and chic.
Love this!


Striped Faux Fur Vest
from Forever 21


The fur vest makes this outfit.


Miss Heather and I and my fur vest!

What do you think?
Are fur vests a do or a don't?

-Miss Mel and Miss Heather

Do or Don't: Ombre Hairstyle

So lately I've been getting that need-to-do-something-crazy-to-my-hair itch. In my "research" for the right hairstyle I keep coming across the ombre trend. For those who don't know, ombre is the trend of having your hair color change drastically from roots to tips. 

I'm honestly torn between loving and hating it. Some people wear it so well while others make it look so trashy!

One of my favorite bloggers Emma from A Beautiful Mess Blog wears it so well!

 And of course one our favorite style icons, Lauren Conrad, wears it beautifully. 

While these ladies pull it off so well I'm not so sure about myself. But that is beside the point, what do you guys think of the ombre hair trend? Is it a do or don't? We want to know!

-Miss Mel and Miss Heather

Do or Don't: Animal Print

So I personally think animal print is making an awesome comeback. I think it got a bad rep back in the nineties, like most fashion choices, as trashy and sleezy. Don't get me wrong it can still be pretty trashy but when executed correctly it can be pretty cute!

I mean I think I NEED these.

This zebra blazer is pretty bitchin'

I think this clutch is a must have!

One time our friend, Ellen, went shopping with Miss Mel and claims she was coerced into buying snake skin pants but I mean they're pretty awesome. Miss Mel and I are firm believers that animal print can be classy when done correctly. Obviously we love animal print, what do you guys think? 

-Miss Mel and Miss Heather

Do or Don't: Red Lips

 

 Red lips!

I am a HUGE fan of red lips. In a post I did back in January, I talked about my three favorite products to achieve the perfect red lip and since fall is approaching, it's perfect time to try it out! I don't know why but I feel like fall and winter are the "red lip" season. Am I crazy? Even though I am a big supporter of the red lip, I know a lot of people who aren't. Stating that it's "too bold", "too much", "makes it hard to eat or drink" or even, "it makes it hard to kiss someone!". Now, all of the above can be true if you wear the wrong shade of red for your skin tone or if you use a "too glossy" red or a lipstick that comes off in three seconds.
However, I firmly believe that anyone can pull off red lips if they give it a shot! I think it instantly brightens up your face and not to mention, your teeth! When I wear red lipstick it looks like I just got my teeth whitened! Another perk is that with red lips, you basically don't have to put on any more makeup! I just curl my eyelashes, dash on some CoverGirl Lash Blast mascara and I'm good to go!

So, readers, what do you think? Are red lips a do or a don't?

Here are two photos of me wearing red lips! I can't help it! I just love the look!
 

Doesn't she look stunning!

I love the red lips with the lace white top and sleek black jeans.


stripes + red lipstick=effortlessly cool

If you're interested, this is my absolutely favorite red lipstick and it's not really even a lipstick at all!
It stays on for hours without drying up your lips or coming off on anything or anyone ;)

*A word of advice, apply chapstick before you put on any lipstick/color/gloss. It will moisturize your lips without changing the color or being too sticky! Toss it and your lip color in your bag and you're good to go!*
Try it out!
 

-Miss Mel and Miss Heather

p.s.

"A Cup of Jo" has a great tip for how to keep lipstick off your wine glass

&

"The Beauty Department" has an awesome tip on how to make your lipstick last all night

Do or Don't: High Low

So another fashion trend showing up more and more is the high low trend. Whether it's a skirt, shirt or even a blouse the concept is still the same, high hem in the front and low hem in the back. 

I love this skirt!

Found this dress at The Spotted Moth

I can safely speak for Miss Mel when I say she definitely thinks they are a do. I mean look at that awesome dress she's  wearing!

Our friend, Ellen, and Miss Mel!

So what do you guys think? Is the high low trend a do or don't? 

I would have say they're definitely a do! I think the shape looks good on any body style and let's face it "one size fits all" rarely applies to clothes. If you haven't check out any out you should!

-Miss Mel and Miss Heather