There’s this amazing website called ArtsCow.com that I thought I would share

I’ve been using it for a couple of years, and have created many unique custom gifts that everyone always loves

I suggest signing up and subscribing to their newsletter, since they send out a great deal every month (Usually with free shipping too, which is usually the most costly thing)

Here’s my referral code for it, http://www.artscow.com/?Ref=969522

The reason why I am sharing it on here is because its great for making gifts for friends, or for yourself

I was thinking about it when I did the bikini guide, since they just recently added the ability to create your own custom bikini

 

If I hadn’t found my perfect bikini online I would’ve definitely made a custom one,

Here’s a link to the ArtsCow custom bikini  that you can upload a design to get printed to

I was thinking it would be perfect for someone with a destination wedding, with a chevron print and monogram

Or, if I ever plan to go to EDC (Hopefully next summer) then I will most likely design one including the EDC logo and some daisys and such :)

 

They often have cosmetic bag sales, sent via their email, for three bags for $8.99 with free shipping, I have gotten that deal a couple of times

A few things I’ve made on ArtsCow:

chanel drip bag Chanel Drip cosmetic bag (I added a fashion quote in the corner)

arts2 A notepad I made ages ago from my senior pictures

banksy umbrella A Banksy Umbrella that I designed on Photoshop

 

I definitely recommend checking out their website, but also know that everything is made in China and expect about a month or little less between the submission of your creation and actually receiving it

 
This summer I will be going to Barcelona (so excited!) and I plan to spend a lot of time on the beach, so I have been on the search for the perfect bikini.  I also, of course, wanted to keep the price low, and find something really chic.
I recommend searching on:
Ebay.com (Lots of great deal, huge selection)
Polyvore.com (Search items option in top right)
Forever21.com (They have some cute ones)
Asos.com (They have good sales, but expect about $30 for a bikini top; buy cheap bottoms at a local walmart or target) If you are a student, you can sign up to get a 10% discount from your purchases, you can join on the unidays section of the site or through my referral http://www.myunidays.com/r/BJukpbPB0sM/ 

 

Below I will be including some of my favorite finds.  But first, here is the bikini I chose from Asos.com

My Final Pick

bikini black and white chic $29.95 Asos.com (just for top)

Bikini’s under $30

Simply Cute

bikini4 $14 Ebay (Incl. shipping) [Seller: niceding] bikini5 $14 Ebay (Incl. shipping) [Seller: dealglad]

bikini7 $20 Ebay (incl. shipping) [seller: save_good]

bikini8 $24 Asos (bikini top only) [CHEVRON BIKINI, looked all over for these :) ]

bikini9 $25 Asos (bikini top only) [cute triangle]

bikini9c$14 Forever 21 (Bikini top only) festival wear

 

Bralette Style

bikini9a $24 Asos (Bikini top only ) geometric high waist

bikini9b $30 Asos (Bikini top only) floral

bikini9d $30 Asos (bikini top only)

Cut Out Style

bikini cut out $21 Ebay (Incl. Shipping) [seller: working2009]

bikini cutout$19 Ebay (incl. shipping) [Seller: torreking]

 

Good luck on your search for the perfect bikini! Hope this helped

xoxovani

 

 

cheap maxi skirtsI found these chiffon maxi skirts for $8.99 with free shipping by the seller sow-beauty.  Here’s a link to the actual item, I hope that when you read this it it still up.  If not then look on the seller’s page.

Such a cheap price! I will be purchasing a white or red one soon.

Maxi skirts will be perfect for this summer! Definitely make for a cute outfit

Here are some ideas for styling

INSPIRATION

 

fashion show flyer

On April 27th, I took part in being a stylist in Fashion Inc.’s third annual fashion show.  Fashion Inc. is a fashion club at my college, and I have been in the club since last fall.  This spring semester I was the Public Relations Officer and made all of the graphics to promote the show.

Vanessa Sue

My theme for the fashion show was revolved on the spring trend of black and white.  In general I just love black, so I of course am loving the black, white, and leather trend.  All of the clothes I used for the show were out of my closet (except for the skirt, which I purchased thrift a few days before the show).  All of my outfits were black and white (or just black) with gold accents.  I loved incorporating my ankle cuffs on to Rose (farthest right on image), and I also used a black ribbon with gold studs to go around her bun.  My models (Alex, Jenny, Amy, Elisa, and Rose) did such a great job! It was a first for all of us.  Overall I had a great time with the experience of my first fashion show (It was a lot of work behind the scenes!); all the hard work was worth it.

black and white fashion

black and white fashion show

 

The fashion brands are catching onto the trend! I received my regular email from a Steve Madden subscription and there was Lua, famous blogger, displaying her different looks in 3 pairs of Steve Madden shoes. I’m loving it! Seeing Lua was pretty awesome since she is very famous on lookbook, and I just really love her style. Get ready to see more and more fashion blogger icons in an ad near you!

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So I have the privilege to blog about a new collection by Warby Parker

They are unveiling a new 1922 collection today in addition to their other Eyeglasses and Sunglasses

1922 warby parker(From the 1922 Collection)

The 1922 collection features vintage style glasses for the modern person.  I love the old-fashioned styles, which are always a trend for the current age.  The styles are also available in a sunglasses version.

Warby Parker also has a “Buy a pair give a pair program” which is great!

Stay Classy

Check out www.warbyparker.com

 

This picture doesnt do my outfit justice :/

I am madly in love with this blazer from Kohls, it has a black stripe on the side to fit the black and white trend right now

ootdAnd the dress/top I have on is an ombre blue-white color

I have a gold necklace on but you cant see it on this pic

Plus, Betsey Johnson pumps

I styled this outfit to fit the black and white trend going on right now, but you cant even see my black stripe on the blazer

But its all good, my outfit still looks nice

:)

 

Whether its Coachella, or even a rave, here are some of my recommendations for what to wear to your special day out :)

1. Bralet

festival bralet

Ebay: palypaly

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Sequined Bralet from FashionUnion

Topshop


Topshop   (see more topshops)
Topshop top


2. Button-up top

fes 4

Cutout top from NastyGal

Full Tilt top


Bardot top


 

3. Frayed studded shorts

River Island shorts


Forever 21 shorts


River Island shorts


Mel shorts


 

4. Studded Bra

fes1

Ebay: palypaly

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Ebay: palypaly

Top


Top   (see more embellished tops)

5. Nice bag

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Heavy Metal Backpack from NastyGal

Shoulder bag


Shoulder bag   (clipped to polyvore.com)

6. Bodysuit?

I do like the trend, personally couldn’t pull it off but I have seen some people who definitely can

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Society of Chic

fes 7

Society of Chic

fes 8

Society of Chic

7. Cool Shades

fes 9

Society of Chic

fes9a

Society of Chic

 

I have been looking for a new phone case lately, and thought I’d share some of my favorite finds for iphone 5 cases under $10 bucks.  I currently am using the first case below, but pieces have been falling off of it; still it is a very nice case for under $2 bucks.

 

electroplating 1

Electroplating Hollow Pattern – Ebay - $1.81

Seller: bessky_star

damask iphone case

Damask Victorian iPhone 5 Case in Tiffany blue – $8.99

Seller: enmobile

hipster iphone case

Hipster triangle galaxy je t’aime case – $6.99

Seller: buyohbuy1

I just bought this today, can’t wait till I get it! I love the design on this case.

hipster iphone triangle case

Hipster Mustache Galaxy case - $6.99

Seller: buyohbuy1

case studded

Pyramid studs cases - $5.78

Seller: longtime-no-see

case rose iphone

Floral rose hollow design case – $4.25

Seller: skyboy124

case 7

Quilted lambskin design – $2.37 + .99 shipping

Seller: fashion_star2012

If you want to splurge:

case vw iphone

VW iphone cases - $14.95

Seller: fitnergy

I think these are super cute

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These gorgeous cases are by Csera on Etsy

They run around $19.99

Very unique and chic!

 

Two weeks ago, my friend Alex and I had a quick photoshoot in her beautiful backyard

oakhurst backyard

How amazing is that backyard? It is absolutely lovely, like being camping 24/7 :) At least that’s how I see it

Alex and I took some photos, and that’s how I created my newest look on Lookbook

Alex helped me title it Tonight, after a song from the Jonas Brothers since we both have a long-time obsession with them. It went with the fact that we would be celebrating her 22nd birthday that night.

I’m wearing a peplum-ish polka dot and black dress from Charlotte Russe, it was on clearance for like $15.  The black and gold buckle belt is also from Charlotte Russe.  I also have on my favorite leather sleeve blazer from New York & Co., and my favorite buckle wedges from Nordstrom Rack by Dolce Vita.

HYPE :)