With summer officially over and fall underway, I’ve finally had just enough time (in between football games, the job search and LSAT classes) to catch up on some movies that I’ve been dying to see. Now, the average reader is probably thinking recent blockbuster hits aka The Ugly Truth, Harry Potter, and maybe even, Inglorious Bastards. I wish you were right! Sadly, I’m going waaaay back. Try The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Twilight and Confessions of a Shopaholic. So you might be asking, “How could you possibly let these classics-in-the-making slip by?!” Well, you can blame my lack in movie attendance on the ch-ch-ch-chaos (done in my best Jamie Foxx voice) of senior year … and the refusal to spend an unreasonable amount of money on a few laughs (even WORSE a few tears), a larger waistline (thank you extra buttery popcorn) and an obstructed view of the big screen (hello, front row seats are not meant for giants and/or O.O.C. hair).
Ok, I’ll admit I recently coughed up some serious moolah ($5 for a coke?!) to see The Hangover a while back. And it was worth every penny. But still, even after I got home, I felt a hint of remorse. I couldn’t help but think how those 15-ish bucks could have been put to a more practical use … like purchasing one of bevello’s newest pieces from its many independent designers! And regardless of what anyone tells me, nothing quite beats the comfort (and affordability) of your own home: oversized couch, healthy snacks, clean bathrooms, DVR and cozy pajamas all at your disposable. That’s what I’m talking about!
So anywho … on with my story. (I do have a point, I promise!) Thanks to my older sister, I was introduced to the single girl’s dating “Bible”—and more importantly, six little words—at a young age. Little did I know that these short but powerful words would continue to linger around over the years, accompanying me home after each and every date. ((Sigh)) That’s right, ladies. You … me … we’ve all heard it before. Say it with me now: He’s. Just. Not. That. Into. You. When I heard a movie was in the works (complete with all-star cast), I was beyond ecstatic and quickly penciled in a pre-Valentine’s date for me and … myself?! But because of “conflicting schedules,” we had to postpone to this past week. Pssshh…ain’t that right.
A few minutes into the movie (combined with the all-too-relatable character Gigi), and I was quickly reminded how nerve-wracking and traumatizing dating can be on a girl. Besides the stress of finding the perfect outfit for your first rendezvous, the rules of dating are complicated, ever changing and just downright unclear. On second thought, make that impossible. Depending on whom you ask (and what you ask them), you are more than likely to end up with conflicting answers. Do you call him first? Do you wait for him to call you? Do you respond to his text in 10? Or do you keep him guessing with that whole “mysterious thing?” Is myspace really the new booty call? See what I mean … the possibilities are endless. And at the end of the day, who the heck really knows?!
But while the rules of dating will never cease to exist (or be understood by all), the same cannot be said about the rules of fashion. Because in today’s fashion world, the rule book has officially been thrown out! Anything goes! Boots in the summer? Check. Mixing two prints? Check. Smokey eyes and bold lips? Check. And my personal fave … white after Labor Day? Check!
Get the most out of your wardrobe by pairing your tried-and-true white jeans (I’m loving the distressed look right now) with some chic boots and a fun, flirty shirt. Or try them with some tough boots and a chunky sweater or bold jacket. And lucky for you, bevello has plenty of fall staples from independent designers Voom, Ryu and Wish Collection that will carry you well into the winter. See, girls, all it really comes down to is your CONFIDENCE and ATTITUDE (two important qualities that should also be possessed in your dating endeavors) … and learning to transition your favorite pieces with the season. Check out this come-hither outfit that I will surely be rocking while out on the town with my girls!
So remember: Be creative and confident with fashion. Have fun, and smile pretty. And who knows … he might just be that into you in no time at all! And if not, well, you probably weren’t that into him either. Ciao, bellas!
Always Skinny White Destructed Jeans
Russet Brown Multi Colored Sleeveless Chiffon Tunic
Cappuccino Beige Faux Leather Cropped Jacket
Gildest Mist Belt
Deborah Booties
Chainlink Slouchy Beanie
This dress is so cute. It’s from Delias and I wore it on my birrrrrthdayyyy. Would it match the scarf?
It’s from Forever 21, and I think it would be cute paired with some skinny jeans and some brown gladiators. Plus the scarf, of course.