Rent the Runway Experience

December 7, 2018December 7, 2018 / avaritz / Leave a comment

I recently attended a launch party in Chicago for a beauty brand. The dress code was formal and my bank account is broke. Dressing to impress is a real thing, especially when you are networking and making first impressions, so I decided to use Rent the Runway to get a designer gown cheap.

If you haven’t heard of Rent the Runway it’s a website that offers hundreds of designer products available to rent. You can choose what length of a rental you need and they send you two different sizes to make sure you have a perfect fit. When you’re done you simply mail it back.

I love Rent the Runway because it is so easy, especially if you live in Chicago. I was in a bit of a time crunch so I went to their store located on North Wabash Ave. (Right off the Chicago stop on the Red line). I got a ton of help from personal shoppers, tried on about 10 different dresses, and walked out with a beautiful gown within 30 minutes. Plus it was super easy to return the dress at the same location.

I ended up getting a $1200 dollar dress for $70 and for a college student or any fashionista on a budget that’s magical.

I highly recommend Rent the Runway for any event you have in the future. They make it cheap and easy to look expensive and fashionable.

renttherunway.com

4th of July Look

December 7, 2018 / avaritz / Leave a comment

Staying festive, staying cute. This year I paired an Urban Outfitters body suit with high waisted, light wash, distressed jean shorts. Threw on a Cubs, varsity style, zip up because we are always representing Chi. Plus, any excuse to play with makeup I’ll take, so I added a red lip and blue eyeliner, God Bless America y’all.

Valentines Look via NYFW 2018

February 13, 2018 / avaritz / Leave a comment

The runways at NYFW has displayed a wide range of trends to explore for spring and fall of 2018. A favorite of designers this season has been color blocking bright reds and light pinks, which is just dreamy for this coming Valentines day.

The look I put together for this Valentines day takes inspiration from Christian Cowan, Self Portrait, Prabal Gurung, Brandon Maxwell, Tibi, and Christian Siriano (you can see those runway looks below).

I paired my Nasty Gal red sock boots with a pale pink wide leg trouser from Urban Outfitters and a maroon jersey turtle neck. I attend classes on Valentines day so my look is a little more professional than elegant. This color blocking trend is easily replicated in any closet. For Valentines day stick to warm, contrasting colors to feature in your look. Try to avoid mixing prints, it takes away from the effect of the stark color blocking.

This trend is clean, simple, and pretty. It’s easy to look put together and fashion forward in the color blocked motif and I love it. The stark combination of the light pinks and hot reds is the perfect mix of soft elegance and strong spirit, definitely a look for 2018.

Brandon Maxwell Fall 2018

Prabal Gurung Fall 2018

Tibi Fall 2018

Christian Siriano Fall 2018

Self Portrait Fall 2018

Slouch Boot Trend

January 30, 2018January 30, 2018 / avaritz / Leave a comment

Everyone became well acquainted with the YSL, $10,000 slouch boot when Rihanna sported them on the street, and since then the trend has not gone out the window. Many different designers and houses presented their own version of the slouch boot in the fall of 2017 and I am still living for it.

The slouch boot gives me all the Sloane Peterson vibes from Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, like so many other current trends that look back to the 80’s for inspiration. Of course not everyone can afford a 10,000 dollar pair of shoes, considering thats my semester tuition for college, so what are your alternatives?

These slouch boots from Nasty Gal are your new best friend. All pairs are $50 or under and don’t show it. Nasty Gal tends to run small though so I would recommend going a size up. Take a risk in your winter wardrobe and add some slouchy style!

I purchased a black pair and I’m absolutely loving them. Pair with a short skirt, a pair of jeans, a dress, these boots are so versatile and add so much to a basic look. Ditch your over the knee boot from last winter and snag a high fashion upgrade for cheap!

Nasty Gal Slouch Boots

My First Prada

January 10, 2018 / avaritz / Leave a comment

First of all these shoes were on major sale! I’m not made of designer money but when I can make it work obviously I’m jumping at the chance. These classic nude pumps struck me as a timeless beauty. I felt like Jackie-O when I tried them on and if that wasn’t a sign I don’t know what is.

These shoes were the only ones left so I had to go a size up, however the back doesn’t slide off of my heel so I think I’m safe. I have been looking for a classic dress shoe for a while now and I am super happy with what I found.

I needed this shoe for class presentations and professional interviews. Of course I will find a million other reasons to wear them out of the house. I am really wanting this purchase to stand the test of time so I will be taking care of them like they are my first born child.

When buying designer I have only ever purchased sale prices or resale deals. For someone who doesn’t have a ton of money to throw around but still wants the luxury of designer brands a good website to visit is TheRealReal.com . This site is amazing for designer styles that are on trend and marked down!