GracE of FashioN

It's that time of year again!

2011-12-23T08:01:00.000-08:00

Time for Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa, Time for appliquéd sweaters, Time for knee high boots. So here's a list of what to wear and what not to wear.

TO WEAR

Jeans that make you look classy
Cotton knit sweaters
Jeweled flats
Ah-dorable knee-high anything
Uggs
CUTE scarves, that make you look British, not early hobo
Berets

NOT TO WEAR

Appliquéd sweaters, no matter how old you are
Pants you found in the old lady petites section
Tank tops
Flip flops, heaven forbid
Tacky Christmas nail polish (cute is okay)

Hope this does some good in the world!

xoxo grace

Late Night Realizations.

2011-11-04T20:19:00.000-07:00

So this is mostly sh*t i pulled out of the air 'cause I haven't posted for awhile.
Christmas/winter inspiration.
1. Leia in Empire Strikes Back mainly cause it's on an icy planet. Like wisconsin in winter.
2. Gwen Stefani when she wears her freakishly cute LAMB coat that i really want but could never afford.

3.This north face coat, because it is adorable, but still functional.

Have fun with this.

Homecoming!

2011-09-29T15:08:00.000-07:00

This weekend is Homecoming for me and others will follow suit. A lot of this year's dresses are very colorful and in modern styles, but personally, I prefer the ruffled look. Well, this is a short post, but yesterday you got cake, lucky ducks.

xoxo grace

Trends. And Trends. And Cake.

2011-09-28T16:55:00.000-07:00

Okay. Because this week is Homecoming Week at my school today was hippie day. I wore a purple shirt with a VW logo on it in batik rainbow colors. Yes, I know I was a legit hippie. But i was looking around and boy, do hippies have good taste. Except for the girl who wore a green dress with black and white circles and white go go boots. I think the philosophy that you wear what you want to wear is kick-ass. And, the best part is that flowy clothes are just so comfy! And hippy-ish! And freaking adorable! So, what I am trending is:
1. Wear what you like.
2. There is an extent to this rule though. As Mark Twain said, "Clothing makes the man. Naked people have little to no influence on society." This is what I mean. Now, in today's world you would be crazy to go outside naked. The modern version of this quote would be something like 'You are perceived by what you wear. If you wear ugly, shapeless clothes, people will think you are an ugly shapeless person.'
3. There is a gap in that rule too, though. I love a good sweatpants day. Just love it.

Now, because I promised you guys cake, here is an awesome recipe.

What Now Posers!

2011-09-27T14:09:00.000-07:00

If anyone ever tells me I have no taste I am sending them straight here, to set them straight. This article is long overdue. I am sorry, people who read my blog, for not writing soon enough. I have crap to balance here! I am in high school and keeping my friends awesome! Not to mention the fashion blog you are currently looking at. Sooooo anyways. Here are my fashion rules. And why, because I am practicing to become a Because parent.
1. I never wear the same pants twice in 3 days. or more.
2. A good accessory can change an outfit.
3. Usually I only wear shirts once every 2 weeks but if it is a layering shirt, or I wore it with a sweater it can be accepted. There are many acceptions to this rule.
4. Shoes NEED to match. So often a look is ruined because you just had to wear those ugly, ugly, ugly shoes.
5. When in doubt about your hair, stick some glasses in it. Sun or real you will look more casually put together.
6. Bags. Oh lord. Bags. As a general rule of thumb a bigger bag makes you look smaller. BUT small bags are good for Athletic people, Tiny people, and people Wearing A Body-Con Dress.
7. VPL. Please do not wear tight pants such as yoga, gaucho, or spanx without seamless panties. nothing is more tacky than big lines on either side of your pants.
8. Bra Lines. It's okay to have straps if you are someplace casual or performing some sort of activity BUT this is totally inappropriate for anyone teaching or doing some sort of instruction. There is also nothing wrong with having some lines on your back unless you are at a black tie event. BUT front lines are another story. They are awful, gross, and vulgar. PLEASE TAKE CARE OF THEM!
9. Last one for today. A certain person in my English 9 class, who is in fact a sophomore, does not wear pants. It bugs the ampersands out of me. Spandex are appropriate for these three: people in Colorguard, wearing a skirt, and women taking care of a muffin freaking top. You cannot wear them as pants. Especially not with bright red fishnets. Guys will make fun of you, not hit on you. Especially because you've got a bracelet on your arm that says SEXY and too much makeup and ya aint that skinny. SO THERE POSERS!

Contact Me!!!!

2010-10-11T13:46:00.001-07:00

You can now email me at graceoffashion@live.com!!!!! Ask me style questions, makeup questions, and personal questions!!!!!!(Just not too personal questions) grace!

my closet

2010-10-09T14:18:00.001-07:00

Lately I have been adding to my closet. New additions I can remember are my Juicy bag, viva glam gaga lipstick, and my awesome urban skirt. Please comment on your new additions. ps this is the bag i have just that mine is pink. it looks like they don't make it in pink anymore tho.

California girls

2010-08-22T09:31:00.000-07:00

I'm here in San Fransisco visiting. It's beautiful here and so is the fashion. They sell everything here year round. I mean want a wool sweater? H&M has a cute model. The people have great taste too though. I was at a cafe the other day when three other fashionistas sat down next to us. One had crazy spiked orange hair. she was channeling a granny going to church at macy's. Anyway. ttyl. Hearts!! Grace.

Okay, maybe this is just a crazy rant but...

2010-06-02T18:40:00.000-07:00

Why in the world would anyone want to wear a t-shirt that practically makes you a freaking walking billboard??????????Seriously. Reasons why I don't shop at Hollister, Abercrombie&Fitch, and Aeropostdale:

They are not flattering.
They are made of the simplest materials and cost fortunes.
Almost everybody already owns the same thing.
FOR GOD'S SAKES THEY ARN'T EVEN CUTE! I mean no monkeys or hearts or anything!!

OKay, I'm good now. Bye!!! grace

MOA

2010-05-06T05:27:00.000-07:00

I am blessed to be so close to the home of the modern shopping mall, The Mall of America. Recently I went there with my friend and her mom. Here's what I bought:

Forever 21: Hoodie, belt, jammies, & tank
Areropostdale: Pink t-shirt that was free because of a 17 magazine offer
B&B works: Handcleaner
Nordstrom's: Aviators
Nordstrom Rack: shorts & panties
Lindt: Chocolate!!!!!!!!!

Then, I ran out of money(I only had $90) and went home. Next week I am going shopping there with MY MOM so she can buy me way more stuff than $90 can. See, I am going to Florida a with my school band (Yes, I am a band Geek) and I need a ton of shorts and swim suits (normal ones. you wouldn't catch me dead in a bikini) So anyway I am going to stop at these stores:

Aldo Accessories
Coach
American Eagle Outfitters
Burberry
Express
H&M
Nike
Urban Outfitters
Old Navy
bebe
Charlotte Russe
deliA*s
forever 21
Wet Seal
Bloomingdale's
Nordstrom
Cold Stone
Spencer Gifts
Bath and Body works
The body shop
Sephora
Williams Sonoma
Tumi
Aldo
DSW Shoe Warehouse

Any feedback would Be lovely. Ta Ta! >Grace

Fade to Paper Planes by M. I. A. ( my dog is named after her)

Hi!

2010-04-04T17:38:00.001-07:00

Okay, Okay stupid name. Yeah i get that. Let's move past the title. First I would like to thank my followers, even if they do number in the threes. And a special thanks to Rita, my first follower. Second i am now on twitter. My user name is graceoffashion and my 'full name' is Grace! You might have to send me a request to follow me, but that's just because my mom won't let me have a public account. Last, if you haven't checked them out yet, try these blogs:

fashionpirates
seaofshoes
stylerookie
spencertweeny
streetpeeper

Hearts, Grace! (fade to One Eskimo's "Kandi")

YouTube

2010-02-16T15:00:00.000-08:00

Okay, I know this is a fashion blog, but along with that it is also MY blog so i can write about what eva i want to!!!!In this case I'm writing about youtube. One of my biggest internet obsessions. Right up there with facebook and lesportsac.com. Any way some of my altime favorite videos are

Gwen Stefani Hollaback
Judson Lappily Evolution of Dance
Black Eyed Peas Boom Boom Pow
Plain White T's Our Time Now
and lastly Michelle Phan Paper Bag Curls

<3>

Hello World. How are you today?

2010-02-10T13:40:00.000-08:00

As of late I have been thinking like crazy. In Spain, do people hear in Spanish and think in English? In Germany do they eat mustard? What would life be like if I had a twin? Should I watch Pretty in Pink on Friday night or go to the school dance? I realize this is a fashion blog but thinking is becoming far more important. By the way.. did you know that designers like Betsey Johnson and others with their minds in the 80's are becoming more in? But anyway. Oh and do any of you follow Arabelle's Fashion Pirates? Okay. Sorry. I will stop being boring now. OH MY GOSH!!!!! I just realized I have band class at 6:45 tommorow morning. I think I may start twittering just for you my dear readers. Oh and have any of you even heard of seaofshoes.com? Anyway. Well. I think I just might go do something other then lay around looking at other people's blogs. Do I even have readers????????????? Jeez. oh and if you're in the mood for some new music check out these bands:
cobra starship
Weezer
Paramore
heard of 'em all? Find new music on grooveshark.com.

Happy Holidays!!!!!!

2009-12-25T19:21:00.000-08:00

Merry Christmas, Kwanzaa, and what the heck, happy Hanukkah!!!! Soooooo, waduget?????????????? I got pink luggage for my marching band trip to florida, a canon powershot, and some cool marshmallows. I love marshmallows, traveling, and photography. I also got a ton of cool gel pens (thanks aunt chris!). Comeon!!! Post something!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Radio

2009-12-21T15:28:00.000-08:00

So.... what kind of music do you like? For me it's alternative rock. Cities97 dude! So..... what's your fav station? Post Please!!!!

My dream playlist!!!

1.Fireflies by owl city
2.Nothin ever hurt like you by james morrison
3.Don't stand so close to me by the police
4.Crack the shutters by snow patrol
5. Paparazzi by lady gaga
6.Viva La Vida by coldplay
6.1234 by the plain white t's
7&8. Hey soul sister and drops of Jupiter by train
9.Funny the way it is by dave mathews band
10.Hips don't lie by shakira Don't 4get to check out grooveshark!!!! -<3 grace

Fall Fashion

2009-10-09T14:28:00.000-07:00

This fall it's all about tall boots. Uggs are still in but now it's more for streamlined boots. Ones that accentuate your calves and go to your knees. And what, may u ask , do you tuck into your boots? Leggings! Any kind work. Patterned, solid, lace, leather, sequined, it's all good. Skinny jeans are good to but sometimes they go better with flats. Darker washes are in with creamy wool tops. And as always, don't forget your purse. I recently bought a cute faux leather one in a rich pinkish burgundy. Bag size doesn't matter but if you want it for school a bigger one works so you can fit books and school supplies in so you don't have to bring two bags to school. Online textbooks are good too and often newer books are online. As always, be yourself and have fun.

- Grace <3

It's Summer!

2009-07-22T10:19:00.000-07:00

It is now offically summer so i want everybody reading this blog to go outside and have fun!! Jump rope, swing, play with your dog, go on a jog, ride your bike, what ever you do, have fun and look great doing it.

Summer Vacay

2009-06-11T15:15:00.000-07:00

Its that time of year again where you start getting bitten by bugs instead of homework! Here are some tips to keep you beautiful as always!
1. always wear spf 15 or more even if you plan on being in the shade all day. I suggest getting a face cream with it and putting some on your arms and legs in the morning. A waterproof kind should stay on all day.
2. Absolutly no socks w/ sandals. Because a. it looks bad b. even if stars wear it its never in.
3. Shower daily. Nobody likes to be hot and dirty.

Please feel free to add your own tips im always open to ideas!

Hello People of Earth and Beyond!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2009-04-20T15:05:00.000-07:00

Gooten Tag my peeps! Happy belayed Easter!!!!!!!!!!!! How are you doin? If you think that I am going to keep chatin small talk then you are correct because manners are all the rage!!!!!!!!!!!!!! If you don't beleve me then.................. Is your mom polite? ............... is your teacher polite?....................are the people on tv polite?.............. Ponder these as I log off.

Art

2009-04-14T14:49:00.000-07:00

This week think about starting to draw or geting into some creative exercize. My favorite art supplier right now is eeBoo. Their website is eeboo.com/startpage.php?cat=5.

Hola!

2009-04-07T16:42:00.000-07:00

Hola mis amegos! Comos Dias? Muy Bien!
Translatiton: Hi my friends! How are you? Very Good!

Spainish and other european languages are all the rage!!!! I am compleatly fluent in Spainish although I have signed up for it next year.

So don't keep reading! Get out there and learn!

Some of my favorite ways include podcasts (many great ones on itunes $FREE!!), books (bookstores $5 to $50), and classes at schools, colleges, and online!

Hi!

2009-03-29T10:55:00.000-07:00

Today I have been working on my French/English accent. (is there a difference? Please help me out!) That got me thinking, How cute is French fashion? So cute! Pinks, browns, silvers, those colors (or colours) are so cool! Fashion trend!! Plus british designs such as plads!

Ppl

2009-03-24T19:04:00.000-07:00

Hi internet ppl! I heart ppl! It's such a fun way to spell people! Do you like tacos? You should try tacos with applesause! Anyway enough ppl and taco talk! Lets get to buisiness! DO YOU LIKE PINK DOC MARTENS? PLEASE VOTE PPL! I absolutly heart pink doc martens!Even though i don't heart docs ( im a nike girl) i still heart PINK! I also think the idea of lime docs is cute. Im not sure if they make those but they would be cute! Awesomeness!

xoxo grace!!!!!!

Cool TV shows!

2009-03-23T15:53:00.000-07:00

My fave tv shows are True Jackson VP, iCarly, and Zoey 101! I have posted a pic of Miranda Cosgrove on icarly on my blog! Did you know blog stands for web log?!?

I want you to tell me what yours are! Pretty peas WITH carrots?

xoxo grace!!!!!

What kind of a person are you? Take my quiz!

2009-03-23T14:33:00.000-07:00

1. Your boyfriend is taking you to:
a. windsurfing b. a tennis match c. a fancy restaraunt d. a ski resort e. the movies

2. You and your friends are going shopping.... but where?
a. the board shop b. the Nike outlet c. Macy's d. Gander Mtn. e. Old Navy

3. Dream Job:
a. surf instructer b. designer for Nike c. talk show host d. trail guide e. teacher

Mostly a's: Skater Girl: you enjoy anything fun and exciting such as surfing and snowboarding and you have and edgy cool rocker-meets-sports style
Mostly b's: Sporty Girl it is! You enjoy anything that makes you break a sweat and have a totally unique and sporty style which includes lots of Nike and Juicy sweatsuits!
Mostly c's: Preppy Girl! You love anything in your signature color have totally cute style that shows lots of your style and attitude!
Mostly d's: Outdoorsy Girl! You enjoy knee-high boots and walking in the mud and this makes you you! You also love skiing and snowshoeing!
Mostly e's: As an Girl-Next-Door Girl you enjoy hangin with the girls and a totally unique style that defines you! You are quite chatty and enjoy lunch period because you can chat all you want!

xoxo grace

What shoe is right for you?

2009-03-23T14:24:00.000-07:00

Skater Girl: Pinkdice, Pastry, and Vans are the way for you!

Sporty Girl: Nike and Puma have the look and function you want!

Preppy Girl: Those Candie's and Unionbays are really callin' your name!

Outdoorsy Girl: Doc Martens are perfect for you! Unionbay also has a lot of cool boots too!

Girl-Next-Door Girl: American Eagle is perfect for your style!