Spring lace and brights

Posted on April 21, 2012 by thefashionminx

I am loving this warmer weather in NYC. Spring! My second favorite season after Fall. 😉

I am really into lace lately, but done in a new, exciting way. I am seeing tons of tops with lace inserts, jeans with lace detailing, and shirts with hints of lace. With the neon trend so big right now, I have also seen neon lace everywhere. You can really make that neon trend pop by wearing a bright see through neon lace top, with a neon bandeau or bralet under it in a different color. Hmm, I may try that for my next post.

For today, I decided to wear this awesome short sleeved crochet lace top from Forever 21. It’s super lightweight, and I love the design. This top would also be perfect to wear with just a bralet or bandeau underneath, as mentioned before, but it was a little chilly that day, so layered it with a lightweight tank top, also from Forever 21. My bright, chunky accessories offset the white lace. I like to sometimes wear an outfit in plain colors, and brighten it up with accessories. Of course, my Neon Cambridge Satchel is the ultimate showstopper. It brightens any outfit, and I get stopped on the street constantly while wearing it! Such a great investment, and so affordable! Lastly, my super comfortable beige and orange Sam Edelman wedge sandals that I bought were the highlight of my week! So chic and gorgeous! Purchase them here!

Lace top: Forever 21, Jeans: BDG, Sandals: Sam Edelman, Bag: Cambridge Neon Satchel. Ring: YSL Arty ring,( Purchase here, or here) , Fish ring: Forever 21, Gold, Silver, and Neon bracelet: CC Skye.

Jewelry Trends for Spring/Summer 2012

Posted on April 6, 2012 by thefashionminx

There is nothing that I love more then buying new jewelry for Spring and Summer. With the warmer weather, and lighter clothing we will be wearing, it’s the best opportunity to show off awesome new necklaces, chains, and rings! Trending this season of course is neon, jewelry with spikes and studs, and organic styles like vine shaped earrings and geometric shaped rings. I tired to include a bit of everything in this post, including some of my favorite neon pics. How gorgeous is that neon blue necklace above??? (And it’s super affordable too!) I love that gorgeous spike bracelet pictured above in the bottom row from Asos. It’s super affordable at under $15, but if you really want to invest in a gorgeous bracelet……..get this CC Skye bracelet. It’s gold plated, and will last you forever. Great investment piece! But again, if that price is too much for you right now, the Asos version is a great alternative.

Read below for info on all the products featured above. Which ones will you buy???

xoxo

Julie

Top row from left to right:

1) Asos Swallows Bangles, 2) Pom Pom Necklace, 3) Noir Neon Crystal Necklace

Second row:

1) Adia Kibur Neon Blue Necklace 2) Neon pink leather bracelet, 3) Gold Multi Circle Ring

Bottom row:

1) House of Harlow ring, 2) Asos Gold Spike Bracelet, 3) Low Luv Abstract Hoop Earrings

Please let me know in the comments if you have purchased anything from the list above, and how you like your jewelry!

xoxoxo

Balenciaga and neon yellow

Posted on March 9, 2012 by thefashionminx

Today was a GORGEOUS day in NYC!! 75 degrees!! In March!! I can’t believe it! 😉 It was the perfect excuse to take out my leather quilted Balenciaga Jacket. I absolutely LOVE this jacket. It’s one of the many “investment” pieces I have, and it’s so worth it. Today was also the first day I took out my neon yellow Cambridge satchel. What an amazing color! I can see myself working this bright bag into many outfits this Spring and Summer. (I may want it in another color!) I am wearing Old Navy jeggings, they are super comfortable and I love this color for Spring. I also dug my Aldo suede wedges out of the closet and paired them with socks…….great way to wear sandals now while it’s still chilly!

Jacket: Balenciaga quilted jacket, Jeans: Old Navy Jeggings (purchase here), Shoes: Aldo, Top: Forever21, Bag: Cambridge Neon yellow satchel (purchase here), Ring: Alexander McQueen skull ring (purchase similar here) , Hammered ring: Max & Chloe, Sunglasses: Lady Gaga for Barneys

Shop this look below!

The Fashion Minx’s picks for the best “NEON” deals online!!!

Posted on March 7, 2012 by thefashionminx

1.Cleobella Cantina medium bag in neon yellow (comes on other neon colors too!) Purchase it here.

2.Asos Neon jeans in neon pink (On sale!!) Purchase them here.

3.Asos Petite exclusive t shirt with neon. Purchase it here.

4.Forever 21 criscrossed back dress in neon blue. Purchase them here.

5.CC Skye Natalie Bracelet. Purchase it here. (I just bought it and I love it!!!!)

6.Equipment Brett blouse in orange peel. Purchase it here.

7.Kate Spade Marina Bay long necklace in neon orange. Purchase it here.

8. Aldo Blue suede wedge sandals. Purchase them here. (I need these!)

9. Forever 21 knit bandage skirt in hot pink (other colors too!) Purchase it here.

As promised, here are my picks for some of the most affordable deals I found online for hot NEON items for Spring and Summer! As I stated before, I don’t believe in spending a fortune on items that are trendy, because I don’t believe they will hold their value, or be in style the following season. I have always believed in investing money on items that you can wear for years, i.e. a great pair of boots, an awesome designer handbag, or a gorgeous warm shearling coat. These are staples to have in your wardrobe that you will be reaching for in years to come. But a neon yellow bag? Or hot pink pants? Hmmmm I am not so sure. 😉 Also, it pains me to spend $250 on neon jeans, when I can easily buy 3 pairs in hot colors for $34.00 dollars each at Old Navy, or for $25.00 each at Forever 21. I would rather have more styles and colors to chose from in my closet, then have one pair at such a high price. Feel me? Also if the neon trend is passe next year, won’t you feel bad about spending $250 on bright yellow pants? Yea, I would too. 😉

So here are my picks for some awesome, affordable neon items online.

And……here is a reveal of the mouth watering Neon Yellow Cambridge satchel I recently purchased at Bloomingdales for 25 percent off! (It was only $130!!) My best friend Debbie got the neon pink. (I think we may have to trade sometimes LOL)