Some Inspiration

I wasn't sure what to blog today, and I knew I wanted to get a post up, so I went through some pictures I have saved on my computer (none of which I own) and chose some of my favorites. I normally save photos as I browse the internet and other fashion blogs, and reference them when I'm in need of a little inspiration. If you recognize any photos it's probably because it came from a famous blog somewhere.

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(All pictures are not my own.)

Model Street Style

Street style is only the number one aspect I'm obsessed with. Instead of being interested in high fashion, I'm looking to work in the field of wearble, everyday from the street fashion. (Why do you think I'm obsessed with lookbook.nu?)

Here is some model street style that I love.

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Freja Beha Erichsen

Jessica Stam

Karmen Pedaru

Liu Wen

Sveta Utkina

Sephora Haul

Got a lovely package the other day from Sephora. Only ordered a few things, but definitely worth the wait!

First, the samples. I've been on a perfume kick lately and needed to smell some new ones.

Korres Face Primer Set $12, (Included the Vitamin E primer which is only my favorite!) I traded in 100 points for a deluxe sample of Ojon Conditioner, and the main purchase: Clinique Even Better Foundation in Alabaster $24.50

Click here to view the film

Nail of the Day: Evening Seduction

I know, my nails are short, I bite them. I have a problem.

Here I'm wearing China Glaze's Evening Seduction. It's a gorgeous wine color almost black, in the photo it does look black, but in the light one could tell a slight wine hint to it. It reminds me of a polish Rachel Zoe would wear. I originally bought this as a dupe for Forever 21's Wine polish which is not sold anymore. It's close, but still not it.

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Quick Fashion Tip

Fashion How-To: Cutting a Shirt that is Too Long

Click the link above to view a tutorial.

This is best for shirts that are a tunic cut, or even using this method to take a dress into a shirt. This will also work in transforming a shirt into a crop top.

(These are not formal hemming instructions, this is a very casual cut that will leave a raw edge.)

First, try on the garment to get a feel of where you wish to cut. Mark the shirt in some way such as with pen, or a snip, or if you're not very accurate a pencil.

Second, lay it flat on a smooth surface (carpets work too) and prepare your scissors!

Lastly, decide which type of cut to make. In the film, I make a rounded hem cut. This leave the sides shorter than the front and back. You can also make a straight cut.

And you're done! Put the shirt back on and see if it needs any extra snipping. :)

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Sorry the photos are not of great quality. I didn't take formal before and after photos, but next time I will!

A Few of My Favorite Things

I found it appropriate to give you a glimpse into my wardrobe, and check out my style. If you're coming from YouTube, you've seen my wardrobe plenty of times, but here are some photos of my very favorite pieces.

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(L-R) H&M, Forever 21, Urban Outfitters

Forever 21, H&M, Fiancées Grandfathers

Urban Outfitters Basics

Shorts from Goodwill, Doc Martens

Tank from Alternative Apparel, Shoes from Forever 21

My Favorite Bloggers

I feel it only appropriate to discuss the people who inspire me most to blog! Here are a few links to my favorite fashion bloggers, all on blogger!

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fashiontoast:
http://www.fashiontoast.com/

Street Love:
http://streetstylelove.blogspot.com/

In Order to be Irreplaceable:
http://inordertobeirreplaceable.blogspot.com/

Closet Obsessions: (<3)
http://closetobsessions.blogspot.com/

LLYMLRS:
http://www.llymlrs.com/

The Blonde Salad: (<3)
http://www.theblondesalad.com/

Champagne and Marshmallows:
http://www.champagneandmarshmallows.com/

Coco's Tea Party:
http://www.cocosteaparty.com/

Inspiration

That is the reason why I decided on creating my own blog. (It's only like my fiftieth fashion blog.) I'm hoping I stick with one, hopefully this one. Feel free to message me on any of my many networking sites on how to wear something, how to wear things for your body type, anything about style, beauty, I need it all! I will pick a few a week to discuss and post updates as well. These will include scattered pictures of my life, outfit posts, links to videos, etc.

Enjoy! Look forward to a fashion post soon :)

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Ways to reach me:
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/sarahhawkinson?feature=mhum
Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/sarahmhawkinson
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