Wednesday, November 20, 2013

Design Inspiration: Chalkboard Walls




I am re-doing my room really soon and while looking for color palette ideas and decor inspiration I came across adding a chalkboard wall to a room! It might sound a bit complicated but it's not at all! You simply have to paint the wall with special chalkboard brush on paint and voilà!
 You can actually draw with chalk right on your wall! This is a great idea if you're trying to change up a room and don't want to spend too much money on decorations, or don't want to do too much. Imagine all the things you can draw and write on your wall!!? You don't even have to buy art, or hang too much on it, your drawings make the perfect decor. For me personally, having a chalkboard wall in my bedroom will allow me to draw and write daily inspirations to surround myself with everyday. Plus you can change it up whenever you want, just erase and start all over! 
Black can be an unusual color for a room but just make sure it doesn't make it too dark and add a pop of color here and there with an accent wall or decorations. It can give an elegant touch to any room done the right way!

Keep scrolling down for more inspiration and color palettes to compliment a dark chalkboard wall with in any room!




Voy a redecorar mi cuarto muy pronto y mientras buscaba inspiración de colores y decoraciones, me encontre con la idea de convertir una pared en un pizarrón! Al principio suena medio complicado pero es super facil y barato. Lo unico que tienes que hacer es pintar la pared con pintura para pizarrón y listo! Tu pared se convierte en un pizarrón gigante donde puedes dibujar lo que quieras con gis! (Les recomiendo la que encontre en Comex, esta de muy buen tamaño para que la reusen en otras partes de su casa)
Transformar una pared en pizarrón es buena idea cuando uno quiere un cambio radical pero no quiere gastar mucho en decoraciones y demás! Imaginate todo lo que puedes dibujar y escribir en tu pared? Ni si quiera es necesario colgar nada, todo lo puedes crear tu, y si te aburre simplemente borrar y dibujar algo nuevo! Para mi en lo personal es la idea perfecta, porque voy a poder escribir y dibujar lo que me inspira diariamente en las paredes de mi cuarto y tenerlo a mi alrededor todos los días. Aparte de que no es permanente, eso es lo mejor!

 El color negro es media rara elección raro para pintar la pared de un cuarto, pero con agregar decoraciones, o otra pared en colores vivos, se puede convertir en el color perfecto para darle elegancia a cualquier espacio. 

Sigan hasta el final del post para mas inspiración y combinaciones de colores que pueden complementar con una pared de pizarrón.














In terms of adding color, remember The Rule of 3 when decorating an interior space. If you're adding a pop of color make sure it is repeated at least 3 times around the room so it's balanced and cohesive! For example, if you have a mint accent wall make sure to bring in the Rule of 3 and repeat it two more times somewhere in the room. It can be in a piece of furniture, painting, or even in a small way like flowers or a small vase!



  • Adding a pop of color is easy! It can be done by hanging paintings or pictures frames on your darkest wall, or simply have one colorful piece of furniture that will stand out like the coffee table above. Have a plain colored table or chair? Spray paint it a bright color!


  • Add accent pillows in bright colors and fun prints to brighten up a darker room. For example: All the furniture in my bedroom including my bed's headboard are black or dark brown, even my comforter is a black and white, so I plan on adding bright accent pillows in pink, mint, and silver in my room to contrast with the black chalkboard wall and my darker furniture! 



  • I love the way mint can brighten up a room and how well it goes with black and brown. Bright colors and metallics like the ones in the color palette above, are also a great compliment for mint. It looks good with everything, I love it!

  • Accent walls are the best way to start pops of color in a room! I plan on painting a mint color wall in my room to contrast with the chalkboard wall and my dark furniture! You can get creative and make a design, or paint it all one color.







Photo credits to Pinterest


Thursday, November 14, 2013

Holiday Dress Shopping Guide!

NASTY GAL


H&M




Z A R A






FOREVER 21






LULUS





SHEINSIDE.COM







SABOSKIRT




So with the holidays coming up so fast...only one month! Parties and all kinds of celebrations will be starting up, so I made the ultimate dress shopping guide for those of you that need to update their wardrobe for the holidays! I looked through 6 of my favorite brands and picked the top four, sometime six...Nasty Gal was hard to choose. All of them are different price points but are still very affordable, and the brands I chose besides being my favorite for dress shopping, also have dresses for all styles!
Dark colors, reds, and metallics with feminine silhouettes are perfect for any occasion this holiday season, so whether you need one or four dresses, pick your style and follow your favorite trend!
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En un mes ya empiezan las celebraciones Navideñas! Lo pueden creer? En menos de lo que piensan ya empiezan las fiestas y posadas para las cuales casi siempre es necesario ir a comprar atuendos nuevos. Si no saben que ponerse ni que tipo de vestidos comprar aqui les tengo la guia perfecta! La mayoría son vestidos muy versátiles que funcionan para todo tipo de eventos y pueden ser usados en las proximas temporadas. Escogí cuatro vestidos de cada una de mis marcas favoritas. Aparte de tener ropa padrisima, siempre tienen los mejores vestidos, para todos los estilos, y a buen precio. Nasty Gal, Sheinside, Lulu's, y Saboskirt son tiendas online pero casi siempre tienen promociones de envío gratis a todo el mundo. Mucha gente no le da confianza comprar por internet, pero la verdad es que pagando poquito mas por envío en UPS vale la pena para que llegue bien tu pedido. Aparte de que comprado por internet tienes mil opciones y no tienes que preocuparte de que todo mundo traiga el mismo vestido! Chequen  mis opciones y espero encuentren el vestido perfecto para esta temporada Navideña!



Wednesday, October 30, 2013

INSPIRATION: Halloween Make-up




Halloween celebrations are coming up this weekend and if you don't want to go all out on a costume, cool creative make-up is your solution! I personally love to dress up, but sometimes lack of time or money leaves you with nothing to wear. Here are some great make-up inspirations for those of you who want a cheap and easy way to "dress" the part this Halloween. So if you don't have a costume this year, don't be boring! Get inspired with these amazing make-up inspirations and do it!


El fin de semana de Halloween se acerca! Si no tienen disfraz o simplemente les da flojera usar uno este año, aquí les tengo inspiración de maquillaje padrísimo. Es la forma perfecta para "disfrazarte" fácilmente y hacer algo diferente a lo que todos hacen. Hay para todos los estilos y gustos, inspiraté y no te quedes sin celebrar!


































(Image sources: www.pinterest.com)


Thursday, October 24, 2013

Top Picks: Isabel Marant for H&M!

So excited for November 14th! Isabel Marant's collaboration with H&M comes out and all of us that 
aren't lucky enough to buy the real deal can get a few pieces at a more affordable price. The line also includes children's and menswear!
Isabel Marant is one of my favorites! Her clothes are almost the definition of my personal style, feminine, edgy and eclectic. Not only does she design the most amazing shoes, but has the most chic prints and textures!

Here are my top picks for her line for H&M, I already have my choices ready to go for when the madness begins! Get ready! You can't miss out on getting at least one piece from this gorgeous collection. 

OUTERWEAR
1. Texture Texture Texture. These three sweaters/jackets are a must have in anyones closet this season, each one for a different occasion and for different styles! 
Dress up any outfit with the embellished jacket! Its feminine silhouette, intricate beading  and bright colors will make you stand out for any occasion  It's not exactly cheap, but a lot more affordable than the AW13 collection.


Cardigan
£79.99
2. The rest of the sweaters are so wearable! You will seriously wear them over and over during this cold season, and they look good with anything. 


3. Sweater, £69.99

4. Sweatshirt
£34.99





BOTTOMS
£69.99
5. Who doesn't LOVE leather!? It makes anyone feel a little more sexy and gives an edgy look to any outfit! They are perfect, from the pockets, zippers, to the gorgeous "oxblood" color, which is the IT color this season! This is my must have piece from the collection, and they're affordable.

£59.99
6. Add a little print to your wardrobe with these jeans/trousers, don't be scared of prints! They are a bit more casual and can be worn from day to night. The black and white colors will allow you to match it with any color you want. 

£59.99
7. These trousers I die for! They remind me of the paintings from my favorite Art Nouveau, Gustav Klimt. Sure they're a little crazy, but the print and metallic colors perfectly dress up the wide legged trouser trend! Who says they look like pajamas? Wear them with a crop top and black heels and you're ready to go!



TOPS
£59.99

8. Simple, but never boring. This blouse has a laid back look for a more simple outfit but keeps it interesting with beautiful details. It comes in black also, but I personally think the details look better in white. 
£39.99
9. Sorry for repeating this print but I am in love! This blouse is so sexy in every way! If you loved the print but you're scared it might be too much on the trousers, get this. You'll have more options to wear it with and feel more comfortable.



ACCESSORIES
10.Belt £29.99                            11. Boots £149.99


I am not really a belt girl, but this one has a folky beaded look that is really unique! Everyone needs at least one crazy belt in their closet. 
Now the boots! The color, the fringe, the combination of leather and suede, its the perfect shoe for the season! Wear them with a dress, pants, skirt, shorts, anything! I also love the fact that the heel is the perfect height and allows you to wear them all day if you want. Not as cheap but if you're a fan, they're worth it.

GET IT NOVEMBER 14TH ONLINE AND IN H&M STORES WORLDWIDE!