Look1: A Fresh Approach

A Fresh Approach

This was a very fresh and clean look I put together about 2 weeks ago when I initially got over my chicken pox.
 I combined things I wouldn't usually and created this new look, A Fresh Approach which is my mindset for the coming semester in Uni, a fresh start and different approach to studying and my life. 
This is a good transition look from holidays to school time and it can even be a liming(relaxing) outfit..

Jewelry: Silver is not the best metal for my skintone but with the right outfit it works well. The earrings are chandelier, slightly antique "silver" ones with cyan and light yellow-green stones from Wonderful World(TT) and the bright, silver bangles are from Ardene in Canada(CA)

Shirt: This white, cropped, rolled-sleeve, shirt, my mum purchased from Bang Bang for me with the intention of me using it for church. A little short but I think I can still use it ;)

Shorts: If you check my post before this one you'll see the story of my green, matelot shorts if you want a tutorial/DIY. Originally purchased at Westport(TT) I believe (R.I.P Westport) 

Shoes: Qupid Trench-01 (Nude Pat-PU)
The newest shoes to my collection are these nude, Qupid pumps I bought on a whim in Micles(TT) Grand Bazaar for an okay price. Haven't broken them in yet but they look really good on :3 
Will review them once I've worn them.

Bag: The cyan, envelope clutch/ shoulder bag, is one of my fave bags but I don't wear it often. Purchased at Micles for under $100TT if my memory serves me right but the first time I used it a screw from it went missing :( (only used it once)

Make up: No styling was done sorryyy >.< A suggestion is below

Alternative  

(Not exact pieces I am wearing(Only shoes))

Here is a little make up styling tip for this look. 
-To have a polished yet casual look, put your hair up in a bun or a sleek ponytail. 
-A bright, pink lip and fuchsia pink glittered nails add more ''umph!'' and steer the look away from a mint ad. 
-A simple cat-eye with a peach wash will do for the eyes and light blush for the cheeks so it does not create a clown effect on your face.

Summary: Green shorts, Blue-Green Bag, White cropped shirt, Nude pumps, Silver Jewelry, Pink lips

I hope it was inspiring. :)
~Riveting  R

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Forever21 Steals of Deals

Forever21 is one of my favourite stores everrr. A bit of my current wardrobe is from there and the pieces are really unique because they have so many different styles. I have a few cute dresses from them.

Currently they are having their 50% off of sale items Sale.
I'm not going to do a Lookbook for this sale because they style their stuff well enough, plus by the time you get to the site it probably will be sold out. I also don't really like most of the stuff I've seen so far, not really my cup of tea (a lot repetitive florals).
Instead of a Lookbook I'll show you some things I found to be real steals and I'll put the links below.
(All photos are the property of Forever21.inc)

Here we go!

Ladies first

There are nice pieces besides what I have here but this is a taste of what I found. The hardest part is finding anything in stock >.<

Woven Flounce Bib Dress: $7.00          

Leopard Love Plimsoll $3.49

Classic Ruffled Dress: $8.49

Favorite Drawstring Backpack: $6.99

Fancy Draped Cutout Dress: $7.99

Lovely Stud Set: $1.49

Gents after

Not much male clothes in the sale section that is particularly stylish but there are some nice tee-shirts, so best to stock up or for layers guys!

Heathered Palm Tree Tank: $4.99

Cotton Cargo Shorts: $7.99

F6874 Wayfarer Sunglasses: $1.99

Tribal Print Tee: $4.49

Cotton-Blend Marled Shorts: $7.49

Andddd that's a wrap!

 Goodluck to everyone going to purchase stuff. 

Hopefully I helped someone :D

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~Riveting R

Shopping on a whim (rant)

So I went shopping yesterday and came back with nothing... 

Apart from a crimson textured pencil skirt, that was a size too big and had a lil pull. I saw not a thing I wanted.  Usually I buy at least one thing but for some reason nothing really appealed to me. 

This brings me to my thoughts about outlet stores in Trinidad.  They rarely have  extraordinary pieces or anything different from the norm. I usually diggg to find the few unique pieces I have from some of the chain outlets. 

Shopping isn't horrible here just for those willing to pay $400TT for a shoe that sells for $25US. I just can't, sorry. That's why it's important to know the good brands from the lower end brands and know what you're paying for. I can't agree with a seller making 200% profit on my head :(

Ah this island life...

~Riveting R