Finding Beauty in Everything

This post is going to be quite different today.  It's not directly about styles or fashion, but about appreciating beauty in everything.  Inspiration doesn't have to come from a runway show, inspiration can hit you everyday.  I was at my friend's house this morning, walking around her yard and taking pictures.  I was amazed at how beautiful little dew drops on a blade of grass, and a rusty water spout were.  We also had a ball painting everything in sight with a quick coat of gold spray paint.  Then I realized that we can tend to overlook simple beauty in our lives.  Beauty isn't makeup, clothes, or hair.  It is those small little moments of perfection we notice in nature or art.  Don't ever search for inspiration, wait for it to come to you, and pay close attention to your surroundings.  xo, Abigail

Velvet

This classic, luxurious material is making a comeback this season.  You can find dresses and ball gowns in this rich fabric as well as your everyday cardigan.  Velvet is the perfect way to add a touch of glamour to your casual, everyday look.  Chloe Moretz looked stunning in a velvet Alexander McQueen dress at the premier of 'Dark Shadows'.  Jessica Alba was also glowing in another velvet gown.  Both beauties rocked velvet in a deep burgundy color that suited both of their contrasting skin tones.  Velvet blazers and cardigans are also very up-and-coming.  The grey blazer below can be found at JCPenney's for only $40, a perfect alternative for the more budget conscious.

xo, Abigail

 

Cozy Sweaters

My favorite pieces so far this fall are big, cozy sweaters.  They are comfy and practical during the cool months, and very cute!  You can find big sweaters practically everywhere, from JCrew, to Michael Kors, and even Forever 21.  Experiment with a wide range of colors, prints, and designs.  Whether you go for a classic cable knit, a flirty heart pattern, or a daring animal face, the styling possibilities are endless.  Sweaters can be worn with jeans and some riding boots for a casual look, a lace skirt for a more polished vibe, or even leather pants and studded boots for an edgy twist.