My Sister's Closet

My sister has, since I can remember, been my inspiration for fashion (well, for the exception of elementary and middle school, and part of high school - those were awkward years hahaha). She's quite a few states away from me, so if it weren't for pinterest I'd still be wearing black and grey (not that there's anything wrong with it but my wardrobe seriously consisted primarily of only those two colors). Our styles are not really the same, but yet in some aspects it is. I think that on Tuesdays I'll dedicate the post to her closet. Anyway, without further adieu, here she is:

Top: Forever 21 | Shorts: Pacsun | Boots: Gifted | Purse: Prada/Gifted | Sunnies: Forever 21 

To Do or Not To Do

Red lipstick. that is the question. i've always been afraid of buying lipstick, especially red, for a few reasons:
a. i'm half asian, so i have a yellowish tint to my skin - so finding the right color would be a challenge
b. i have huge lips, seriously
c. my husband thinks red lipstick is the most hideous thing invented in the makeup world
after much google-ing (i would seriously be lost without that search engine), i came across cover girls make up match tool to find out what would compliment my skin tone (you'll see why i took this quiz). my shade result was  'warm' - whatever the crap that means. so then i went back to google and searched for 'red lipstick for warm undertones'. with the help of google, i came to the conclusion that anything along the lines of 'fire engine red' would look good. anyhow, i went to good ol' walmart (bc the closest MAC for me is about 45 mins away & walmart has a wider selection than drug stores) and picked out RIMMELS new lasting finish by kate lipstick in rossetto/rouge 01. let me tell you, i am SO happy with that lipstick. SO happy. i LOVE IT. the only thing i don't like about it is that it gets everywhere. is that a common problem with colored lipstick? i don't know because this is my first time using it. i would like to say that i went to MAC and tried on ruby woo. what a disappointment. i hated the way it felt applying it. it didn't glide on. the texture to me was weird, and i'm pretty big on textures. just FYI, i use MAC's NC40 during winter/early spring when i don't have a tan, and L'oreal's true match in buff beige n4. i took this pic with my iphone & the quality is a bit low but it's pretty much the true color of the actual lipstick.

cardigan: jones new york | blouse: ann taylor | sunnies: ann taylor outlet

Once Upon A Flat

I saw these pictures one day when i was browsing through the internet and fell in love with these cute little flats. i can't find the original post, but i wanted to share these  pictures, maybe they will inspire some great outfits!

Polka Dots

Polka Dots by josie2003 featuring white gloves

Dorothy Perkins draped dress, $69
White glove, $9
Forever 21 hair clip accessory, $3.80
nude heels at Target, $30

This outfit was inspired by Shabby Apple's grey pencil dress, which costs $82. I have purchased from Dorothy Perkins before and receivedy dresses in about two weeks and paid at that time only $3.75 for shipping.This whole look is just under $115.

Giants Fans

superbowl look for giant fans for less $90 by josie2003 featuring a ruffle top

Ruffle top, $20
Loft, $70
BDG orange pumps, $49
Mango cat eye sunglasses, £18

Loft is having a sale - full priced items for 30% off and the shoes are on sale for $39. the total outfit price does not include the sunnies. anyway, i thought i would post this incase you (or the hubby) is a giants fan and you want something cute to wear if you happen to be hosting a superbowl party or are just a fan.

Beach Bound

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look for less by josie2003 featuring zip bags

Old navy shirt
H&m shoes, £13
H M zip bag, £30
Oasis buckle belt, $9
H&m sunglasses, £4.99
Charlotte Russe - Lazy River Straw Fedora, $13

thought i'd do another one of these pinterest inspired outfits today before i call it quits. remember, old navy (the top and shorts are from there) has a 15% off today!

Leopard Print

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ooks for less by josie2003 featuring leopard scarves

Old navy sweater
Old navy
Nicole tortoiseshell sunglasses, $14
Leopard scarve, $11
MIA Parker Navy - 6pm.com, $25

i saw this look and LOVED IT! love kelly green & navy but some of the clothing if i remember correctly was either too pricey or it would take too long to be shipped to me (i need instant gratification) soooo i looked around and old navy is having a 15% off everything sale (including items that are already on sale!) so i put together this look for less from pinterest.