Welcome to Lael's Corner!

Welcome to my corner! This is where I'll show you some of my favorite styles: Artsy, BOHO, Edgy, and Preppy...there are sooo many! (What's YOUR favorite?)

I'll also give you ideas on how to:

Shop on a dime for your favorite look!
Wear specific pieces such as a scarf or cool fur vest!
And most importantly...

How to unlock YOUR closet's hidden potential!

Thursday, December 30, 2010

BOHO


Another look that is pretty easy to recreate and that I like to experiment with is Boho.

That's short for 'Bohemian' and has an 'earthy' and 'organic' look and feel. The best places to find pieces for your Boho look are:

  • Antique stores
  • Local vintage shops
  • Used clothing stores
I also love the Boho look because it's COMFY! I also like that this look can be achieved with very little money and it supports local businesses.BTW...did I mention that it's comfy?  ;)



How to get the Boho Look:

  • Loose, flowy layers
  • Earthy colors like forest green, brown, and calm shades of blue
  • Shapes like sea shells, flowers, and curly ques defiinitely give off a Boho vibe
  • Feminie braids
  • Knitted accessories
  • Comfy shoes 



Make it YOURS!   Ways I like to make it mine is to add a few 'glam' touches such as adding a fur vest and lots of silver bangles.

Another thing I like to explore with this style is homemade accessories such as knitted hats, scarves, and beaded jewelry.
Where and How Much $$

Fur Vest       Forever 21           $10  (Clearance rocks!)
Sun Dress    Wal-mart             $10
Boots          Mom's closet        FREE!!
Bangles       Gifts                   FREE!!
Necklaces    Bottom of drawer  FREE!!

PS...I found the necklaces in an old jewelry box that I had packed away in the basement. I got these when I was really little. When I dug them out, it was like having brand new jewelry!

Here's to unlocking YOUR closet's potential!

Love, Lael

Edgy

The first one, which is probably my favorite, is Edgy. This is a simple Edgy look. 
                                          
    

How to get the Edgy look 
          

  • Leather
  • Chunky boots
  • Bold accessories                          
  • Zippers and studs
  • Anything BLACK!

 
 
 
Make it yours                                                        
To make it mine, I like to take a couple really edgy pieces then add something "girlie" (in this case I chose a pink top with pretty embellishments). To make this style yours, simply add something that YOU like...such as a great pair of earrings, your favorite band tshirt, or a signature pin.




                       
                                           
                                                 




 
 
Where and How Much $
 
Black Feaux Leather Vest/Dress           Forever 21                       $30
 
Pink Embellished Tank                        American Eagle                $19.99

Black Leggings                                   TJ Max                            $4.99

Boots                                                 JC Penny's                       $24.99

Assorted Bangles                                My mom's jewelry box      FREE 

Costume Cameo Ring                          Rue 21                       $1.00 (DEAL!)       



  
PS...
This outfit is more expensive than most of my outfits...But these pieces are all great versatile pieces! They go with everything! I sometimes wear the vest with jeans, the tank layered with shorts, and the leggings under denim skirts.


These are a few different variations of edgy looks. I know thst all of these pictures feature this vest and not every one might have this vest but that's ok. These are just ideas not all edgy looks feature leather and these would look just as cute with a shorter vest. Don't be afraid to take a look and make it your own!

Here's to unlocking YOUR closet's potential!

Love, Lael