tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-82171799570824694982024-03-14T00:50:55.388-07:00What Not To Wear...according to jackieJackiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09669677519503317688noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8217179957082469498.post-72722099278778751462012-03-20T09:48:00.000-07:002012-03-20T09:48:06.436-07:00Happy Spring!Seeing that it is the first day of spring and it is absolutely <u><em>gorgeous </em></u>out, I figured I should write a post! For the first time since, well....forever, I am not going to critique anyone or their fashion habits but instead talk about some of my new favorite spring trends.<br />
Since the weather has been so nice in recent weeks, I have seen a ton new looks and one that seems to really stand out (literally) are color block skinny jeans! I really love the look of them, whether they are cobolt blue, coral, or mint green, they are a great POC (pop-of-color) to any outfit. J. Crew carries them in amazing colors. Here they are pictured below:<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyTi6njZ3P0QGdUoKrC5J-IUIiqswCO7eCVlnF0ylAMMFftIaL4U7AgBBKdsyLeNhIXmXtFB9DQ0eLyPFC-Iyig4RZEZ8HxN0w4EezNPtz0Bz2kqmeoev7CGmUDPxTaKtlZqx83JnroYI/s1600/color+jeans.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyTi6njZ3P0QGdUoKrC5J-IUIiqswCO7eCVlnF0ylAMMFftIaL4U7AgBBKdsyLeNhIXmXtFB9DQ0eLyPFC-Iyig4RZEZ8HxN0w4EezNPtz0Bz2kqmeoev7CGmUDPxTaKtlZqx83JnroYI/s320/color+jeans.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Pair them with a pure white button down! LOVE!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">Another trend that has actually been around for awhile are TOMS shoes. I recently was just given my first pair and I adore them (much to my roommate dismay)! They are so comfortable and go great with most outfits. However, mine are very winter-y so I think its time for me to invest in a new pair for spring. But the company just came out with new ballet flats and they are too cute! I can't wait to get a pair!</div><div align="center" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgt1uwSRFPnSep-sh3gyb2lIi_Dc4jZMZxn9vXVL_2V5pb_xbXp7d7GhvMMp77iFEnd0d7iRrnCeY-siosVXrmdzNe2_QbjRtTlCpQMtul6i-Q92sZXdcVg8aU-Is-5RONcfzeYZB-Scjs/s1600/toms.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="227" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgt1uwSRFPnSep-sh3gyb2lIi_Dc4jZMZxn9vXVL_2V5pb_xbXp7d7GhvMMp77iFEnd0d7iRrnCeY-siosVXrmdzNe2_QbjRtTlCpQMtul6i-Q92sZXdcVg8aU-Is-5RONcfzeYZB-Scjs/s320/toms.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">I'm going through a bit of a tribal phase so I think these are great, but they come in a <em>ton</em> of colors!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">I could go on and on about my spring favorites but I think I'll leave it at those two for now and go and enjoy this beautiful weather! Have a great first day of spring everyone!</div>Jackiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09669677519503317688noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8217179957082469498.post-64085844931793216272011-11-09T09:03:00.000-08:002011-11-09T09:03:25.845-08:00Like, Really???This is going to be short and sweet because, as someone once said, a picture is worth a thousand words. And this picture, well it just says it all...<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaKZHjKmOxVAAQCsQbqTHaMadTqK5SU3-DMHN3uohi2A5Z6BEUdrYEjakH-w7fpWoqOPlAF52EX6DJja4uoIWWnwqrQq9V7Bp8CcE1ObEoXxseZ9hlu-UtkDXal-KM3jRdbRIJYRgD9x8/s1600/sbucks.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" ida="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaKZHjKmOxVAAQCsQbqTHaMadTqK5SU3-DMHN3uohi2A5Z6BEUdrYEjakH-w7fpWoqOPlAF52EX6DJja4uoIWWnwqrQq9V7Bp8CcE1ObEoXxseZ9hlu-UtkDXal-KM3jRdbRIJYRgD9x8/s320/sbucks.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>....and that is just the bottom half! Her top consisted of a Playboy bunny hat (<em>can we say trashy</em>?) and this tight, cropped black hoodie. I'm sorry but on what planet does this girl reside on, because it certainly is not Mother Earth. Ok, I'm done. And I promise, no one out there looks <strong><em>this </em></strong>horrificJackiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09669677519503317688noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8217179957082469498.post-79180188572821203262011-09-28T11:30:00.000-07:002011-09-28T11:30:50.995-07:00Its raining, Its pouring...Okay, I need to get this out because it has been driving me crazy for the past couple of weeks. <br />
First off, I go to college in Pennsylvania ,however, you would think I attend a school in freaking <em>Seattle </em>because of all the rain we've been getting. And, of course, when it rains, one would think it is perfect weather for a cozy sweater and a cute pair of rainboots, not the case on my campus. I realize it is still warm out even though its almost October, but you look REDICULOUS wearing rain boots and shorts!! Like, since when did that become a fashion statment? And do not get me wrong, I love me some rainboots (I am currently wearing mine) but come on, suffer through the 70 degree weather and put on a pair of pants. Any pants will do: leggings, jeans, cords, etc. And in the case that you have to, there-is-no-other-option, wear shorts, then by all means wear shorts....but with sneakers or flats or ANYTHING OTHER THAN BOOTS. <br />
Small question: Don't you wear rain boots to stay dry? OK, well if you are wearing shorts, sorry sweety, but your bare legs are still going to get wet. Nice try. Just do us both a favor and cover up, there is always going to be a sunnier day.Jackiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09669677519503317688noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8217179957082469498.post-63426667094873365132011-09-16T11:38:00.000-07:002011-09-16T11:38:52.743-07:00Taking it ALL the wayTo start things off, I have to first apologize for my absence. I realize it has been FOR.EV.ER since I've graced your computer screens with my energetic and whitty fashion critiques, however absence makes the heart grow fonder. So with that, I promise I will be more prompt with my posts. <br />
It has been about three weeks since I started school, and I can already tell by the freshman roaming the campus, that this years fashions are just waiting for me to sink my teeth into them! As for this post, I have a major "problem" I'd like to address. This is just a basic concept that I would have hoped to believe <strong>everyone </strong>would understand: When getting dressed for the day, and you've put the effort into your hair and make-up, why not just go the whole nine yards and put the appropriate clothing on! I can't fathom why someone would put on a very nice top and then wear <strong>soffe shorts</strong>!!! Like....you can't be serious. Lets just take the extra TWO SECONDS and put on a pair of jeans. It is just not that complicated. Also, yoga pants are <em>NOT </em>daily attire. Yes, they are great for lounging around the apartment, and hey, I wear them to class sometimes with other "comfy" articles of clothing. BUT, when you are wearing a sweatshirt, yoga pants, and high-heeled boots, you need to check yourself. I'm sure sneakers would have sufficed. <br />
Part of this blog, is to help those of you who fall under the unfortunate happening written in these posts. So, in order to make the world a better dressed place, my solution to these fashion-nots would be, when in doubt, throw on jeans. They are the go to in every outfit. And if you just got an awesome pair of heeled boots, either wait to wear them with a particular outfit, or again, put on jeans!! I am telling you, jeans are <em>always</em> safe bet.Jackiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09669677519503317688noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8217179957082469498.post-3037573966841249102011-05-18T20:54:00.000-07:002011-05-18T20:54:48.238-07:00Toes...and no, I don't mean the Zac Brown Band SongOh my goodness, it has been <em>way </em>too long since I have made a post. I am deeply sorry to all of my fans who diligently checked my blog everyday, hoping for some on-point fashion advice (clearly, I am over exaggerating). <br />
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Anyway, I've decided for this entry, it would be appropriate for me to touch upon shoe choices for this finicky weather we've got going on recently. Now, I know that late April brought us some <em>fab</em> weather, but if your feet are NOT manicured and ready to be exposed for all to see, then keep them under wraps. I promise you, no self-respecting person wants to see your bare, hobbit feet. And I do not want to hear the excuse that you didn't have time to get a pedicure, it is called wearing flats! They're cute and hide your nasty winter-ized feet! Aren't I just so smart??? Personally, I think it is <em>SO </em>worth the money just to even sit in those pedicure chairs for a half hour. Can you say heaven??? Forget about diamonds (well, not really but...), its all about spa treatments! <br />
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So ladies, and men for that matter, give the feet some TLC before showing them off to the warmth of the summers sun. It will make everyone's day brighterJackiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09669677519503317688noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8217179957082469498.post-69386660374953974332011-02-11T16:31:00.000-08:002011-02-11T16:31:11.322-08:00Let's Get Physical...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>I am beyond excited to write this post because it is the first in a new additon to the already fantastic blog. I've decided, along with help from my wonderful roommate Meghan, to not only explain what <em>not </em>to wear but the alternative outfit of choice. So, game plan; First, I explain to all you some form of fashion criticism and then, second, I am going to post pictures of how to fix it! Brilliant, I know. As for today's fashion mishap, it saddens me to actually even make a post for this but unfortunately, it must be done. Ladies, I realize that we always want to look our very best, no matter where we may be, but when it comes to going to the gym, ya know like to <strong>exercise???? </strong>It really is ok to look like a total hot mess ( literally!). Wearing a full face of makeup is just pointless, I mean aren't you going to sweat it off anyway? And as for the "attire", or lack there of I should say, wearing a cut up, retro-style t-shirt from Hannah's Bat Mitzvah is NOT OK. Especially when it is so classily paired with soffee shorts rolled half way up you-know-where. Also, lets get some <em>real</em> sneakers. Come on, a pair of chucks aren't helping you reach your 5-miles per day goal. Another faux-pa I've had the pleasure of seeing, while at the gym, is the lovely sweat mark on the girls butt in front of me in the tight, seethough, gray leggings! If you are planning on wearing leggings to the gym, lets chose a more sublte color, like, I don't know, black. I promise you, <strong>nobody </strong>wants to see your sweaty butt. Ok, so moving on to the part where I give my opinion, in hopes that people will listen. When going to the gym, shorts are totally acceptable, just make sure there is a definite space between the material and your cheeks. Also, any top will really do, but keep it the way it was, when you first got it! You don't have to mangle and man handle the thing, its just a t-shirt! Now to the shoes, please buy a pair of real athletic sneakers!!! Something with an arch, and support for your foot! If any of you reading this right now find yourself doubting your gym wardrobe, just remember simple is best! Also you're at the gym, not some 80's themed dance party.<br />
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</tbody></table>Jackiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09669677519503317688noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8217179957082469498.post-87015265763889666282011-01-20T21:43:00.000-08:002011-01-20T21:43:54.534-08:00Who knew desert chic was in style???Happy New Year everyone! I know it has been quite a long time since I've entertained you all with my hilarious fashion critiques, but the holidays seemed to have taken over my life for some time. However, I am back and harsher than ever! This past week has been the first of my second semester and great inspiration! As I cleverly titled this blog, I am hoping that you are all aware of the show What Not To Wear on TLC. Well, as I walked into my Humans in the Enviornment class (daunting, I know) I truly felt like Stacey and Clinton were going to bust into the lecture hall and ambush my professor that very second. I understand that those who love science are more than likely off their rockers just a bit, but just because you lived in the wild doing experiments, doesn't mean that you can live the rest of your life wearing cargo pants! Being in the field of science certainly does not mean that you have to look like a character from Jurassic Park! I mean, you might as well just attach a sign to yourself proclaiming "Single Forever" across your chest! I know how harsh that sounds but it just pains me to see one of the ugliest outfits out there. Honestly people, it doesnt matter what field you choose to be in, ALWAYS LOOK PRESENTABLE!!!! I promise you, there are clothes out there that are funtional <em>and</em> fashionable! Uhhhh.....ok I hope you all have seen my point and please lets leave the desert boots at home, shall we?Jackiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09669677519503317688noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8217179957082469498.post-33555607033990839922010-12-21T21:07:00.000-08:002010-12-21T21:07:57.776-08:00Tis the season...The best part about this Holiday season, in my personal opinion, is that the clothing and shoe possibilites are endless. Especially, a great pair of boots. A perfect pair of these winter classics go with just about anything...or so I thought. This past Monday, I met my cousin Stephanie for lunch and then we headed to Starbucks for an afternoon pick-me-up. As I waited in line to give my order, I saw the worst thing an avid boot lover could see: CROC BOOTS!! Now, I am sorry to any croc-wearer that I might be offending, but are you <em>kidding</em> me?? You might as well put large white marshmellows on your feet! Uh, sometimes I just really cant understand what possesses people to buy such ugly things. Like, they <em>have</em> to know how hiddeous those shoes are, right? My only request is, please, that under no circumstances, buy any shoe with the Croc logo on it, and instead search more. You'll find other boots, trust me.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhu5gsoD3mQRvnD9m1f94u5sMUvK819veymimDWeI5KO3hi4H2OrNOC_e1FOqkuZBMUgmLnIOGkyXVOSYxcrY_ak-aV9rSxYVxltnA1bmRj84cwJspFP35ELob91vnRJPfNKkALKjOrbJ8/s1600/IMG00087-20101220-1346.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" n4="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhu5gsoD3mQRvnD9m1f94u5sMUvK819veymimDWeI5KO3hi4H2OrNOC_e1FOqkuZBMUgmLnIOGkyXVOSYxcrY_ak-aV9rSxYVxltnA1bmRj84cwJspFP35ELob91vnRJPfNKkALKjOrbJ8/s320/IMG00087-20101220-1346.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>( Did you want whip cream on your shoes--ehh, I mean Frappeccino?)Jackiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09669677519503317688noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8217179957082469498.post-69163357880279214142010-12-12T14:43:00.000-08:002010-12-12T14:43:00.206-08:00A look for lessNow, I know I am not the only one who loves to splurge a little on a new article of clothing, but an expensive shirt or bottoms doesn't mean anything, if the piece is ugly. Just because something is expensive DOES NOT mean that it looks good! Yes, it might have cost a small fortune and be a Marc Jacobs, but if it is puke green, flowy with brown flowers on it, its just hideous. There is no shame in finding the cutest shirt at Forever 21 or at Macy's. For example, my roommate Meghan found the most adorable black, empire waist blouse at Target and it looks so good on her! I just think that everyone shouldn't focus on price or the designer and rather focus on how it looks, not only on the hanger, but on yourself!Jackiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09669677519503317688noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8217179957082469498.post-32223441104039598302010-12-07T18:56:00.000-08:002010-12-07T18:56:43.569-08:00The Canadian Tuxedo is NEVER a good idea!I realize that we all love jeans. I mean, they are the staple to everyones wardrobe. However, pairing them with a jean jacket or jean shirt is <em>never</em> ok (seriously, never). I'm not quite sure who coined the phrase "Canadian Tuxedo" but it is quite apporpriate. Who would ever look into their closet and say "oh ya know? Imma wear my jean shirt <em>and</em> my favoirte pair of jeans". Like, that just shouldn't even be an option! Fortunately for all of you readers, Nick, one of my friends here at school, snapped a picture of this jean-tastic combination and hopefully you can all see the ugliness of this outfit (yes, even if it is from behind). Hopefully, during the holiday season this person can work some color to their wardrobe.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWdQpnoWnbtOWCz9SWCcOZoSVs48MGgBel08rHYl6Sb0it_3HwxY8JSGz2ai7Sq5RAl86t-8UofYUrgc9bycPZ0C796TBSLqSTVUOb2rSL5Igx5V0A_ElUfgHZUaNr5g7V9W0_wY4Z2pw/s1600/1207001352%255B1%255D.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" ox="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWdQpnoWnbtOWCz9SWCcOZoSVs48MGgBel08rHYl6Sb0it_3HwxY8JSGz2ai7Sq5RAl86t-8UofYUrgc9bycPZ0C796TBSLqSTVUOb2rSL5Igx5V0A_ElUfgHZUaNr5g7V9W0_wY4Z2pw/s320/1207001352%255B1%255D.jpg" width="160" /></a></div>Jackiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09669677519503317688noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8217179957082469498.post-41947359467390955792010-12-05T12:33:00.000-08:002010-12-05T12:33:10.308-08:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHoF49npdi8Uk2Ae5eX9tTMpk2br9ZcGrbMePmJVuvzYc9Azgc7CLbofNRDDXkk-Q9lPGFq3a0SIkrEpUTOTkBAwlJLlRRTVs8f0fElPM8XnOeFfGLVqO7FA1s_tsfHk3hgokQ12he8SQ/s1600/imagejpeg952.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" ox="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHoF49npdi8Uk2Ae5eX9tTMpk2br9ZcGrbMePmJVuvzYc9Azgc7CLbofNRDDXkk-Q9lPGFq3a0SIkrEpUTOTkBAwlJLlRRTVs8f0fElPM8XnOeFfGLVqO7FA1s_tsfHk3hgokQ12he8SQ/s320/imagejpeg952.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>Thank you to my best friend Aidan for taking this perfect picture that just proves my point. Pleas notice the woman in the large puffy coat (right of the picture) and then the man in shorts and flip flops. Need I say more?Jackiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09669677519503317688noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8217179957082469498.post-24311452065230341782010-12-04T09:13:00.000-08:002010-12-04T09:13:16.843-08:00So here I go!<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Before I start ripping up people's fashion choices, let me explain to all of you how this crazy idea formed. I have always had an eye for fashion and for people watching (come on, who <em>doesn't </em>like to do that?) and my roommate, Meghan thought it would be a wonderful idea for me to create a blog sharing my ideas on why you really shouldnt be wearing ballet flats with socks. At first, I thought she had fallen off her rocker but the more I thought about it, I thought "why not?". So, this soon-to-be awsome blog has officially started! </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial;">For my first critique, I'll go easy on everyone. Ladies and Gentleman, I know the weather has gotten pretty chilly out but really? At 39 degrees, flipflops and shorts are just not weather appropriate. You're not fooling anyone! We all know you are freezing your butt off! I mean it is December and I can't believe I even had to write about this issue because I guess I just figured it was common knowledge. However, I was clearly mistaken. And so I ask all of you gulity ones, for the next couple of months, please just stick to closed toe shoes and jeans. That way we will <em>both</em> feel better! </span>Jackiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09669677519503317688noreply@blogger.com1