Coco Chanel Inspired Fashion

Hey guys, it’s Ashley here with another blog entry. This evening I would like to put the spotlight on the one and only 
Coco Chanel, her clothes stand the test of time and make any woman feel like a grand dame. Since most of us cannot afford the real deal I have picked out some fashions from various places to help you achieve your look for a more reasonable cost.

The Inspiration

The Looks

Tweed Jacket

Chanel Tweed Jacket $1680

This jacket is fabulous, it just exudes femininity and class. A piece like this will last you a lifetime.

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Chanel Inspired Tweed Jacket

ioffer.com $125

Houndstooth Print Suit

Chanel Houndstooth Suit $2365

One word: gorgg! This suit is perfect for work, church, a luncheon; you name it. Houndstooth is also a very chic and happening print.

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Kim Kardashian in Salvatore Ferragamo $800

Chanel Flats

Chanel Ballet Flats $600

Not only are these flats adorable but they show off that elegant Chanel logo. Any woman's feet would be proud to show them off.

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Chanel Inspired Flats

amazon.com $35

Chanel Flap Bag

2011 Chanel Flap Bag $3200

This is my favorite item on the list, who wouldn't want to carry this bag? The black and gold compliment each other perfectly and will jazz up any outfit.

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Chanel Replica Flap Bag

xreplica.com $140

Chanel Logo Earrings

Chanel Platinum and Diamond Logo Earrings $300
Aren't you blinded by all of the sparkle; great investment if you are really a Chanel guru.


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Chanel Inspired Earrings
Charmed by Stacy $15

I hope you all found this post to be informative, we can all be Chanel divas and not have to spend thousands of dollars. There are Chanel inspired pieces all over so have a ball shopping. Make fashion simple and then add a touch of glam. Goodnight mesdemoiselles. 

Email me any suggestions or comments at amg030@shsu.edu and follow me on Twitter @AshleySoBougie

Fashion and Beauty Tag Post

Good evening bloggers. Okay I finally posted a vid, I hope you like it! Sooo sorry about the quality of my webcam, I will be investing in a new one very soon. Leave me comments. J

Mini Makeup Haul !

Hello bloggers and happy new year!!!! Its Jaz' here and I wanted to share with you all a few makeup purchases I made earlier today. All items were purchased from Walmart and totaled to a little over $16. Here's what I purchased:

NYC Ultra Moist Lip Wear in Petal
93cents

NYC Ultra Moist Lip Wear in Retro Red
 93cents

NYC Smooth Skin Liquid Concealer
in Light $3.57

Loreal Studio Secrets Professional
 Color Smokes Eyeshadow
in Forest Smokes $5.97

NYC Brow & Liner Pencil
in Dark Brown $1.72

NYC Shadow Applicators
93cents

NYC Instant Lash All Purpose
Mascara in Extreme Black $1.00

Can you believe I got all those items for around $16??? I am the queen of frugalistas, girls, I tell you lol. I called this a mini haul because most of these items I have purchased before but the NYC Instant Lash Mascara, the NYC shadow applicators, and the Loreal Studio Secrets Professional Color Smokes Eyeshadow are first time buys. I will do reviews on these products after I try them out. As far as the products I have tried, the lip colors are both very pigmented and very moisturizing to the lips. NYC lipstick in Retro Red is a very true to color fire engine red. NYC lipstick in Petal is light pink and has a slight shimmer to it when applied. I love both colors. I use the NYC concealer to define my brows, which is why I got it a few shades lighter than my skin tone. I have been pleased with this concealer, it def gets the job done, though it can a little extra effort to blend sometimes. I use the brow pencils, of course, to fill in my brows. I use a dark brown shade because black looks unnatural. You should never use black for brows. These pencils are inexpensive and work very well for my brow process.

At any rate guys, these are the products I purchased. I hope you guys enjoyed this haul and maybe my purchases can inspire you all for the next time you need a new makeup item for the low. Until next time!

retro red featured here :)

My Top Five Style Icons of 2011

Hey babes it's Ashley here with another post! How was everyone’s New Years? I hope you all rang in the new year with a bang. So, speaking of 2011 I have compiled… yes another list! This time I am putting the spotlight on my top fashionistas of the year. Let us begin with…

MICHELLE OBAMA 

Anyone close to me knows I ADORE our First Lady! From her sheath dresses to her skinny waist belts she brought "classy chic" back. Her clothes are always tailored to fit her body perfectly, she is definitely the new Jackie O.

EMMA WATSON

Is that Hermione Granger? LOL, yes it is! Her fashion has done a total 180 and I love it. From her new Twiggy haircut to her statement jewelry, you can always count on her to bring a mix of avante-garde and youthful fashion. 

THE KARDASHIAN SISTERS

I loveeeeee the Kardashians, especially Kimmie and no one can deny that she, Kourtney and Khloe have great fashion. And all of their styles are very distinct. Kim is classic, Khloe rocker and Kourtney boho-chic. I would raid all of their closets.

RACHEL ZOE

I dieeee for Rachel Zoe! She is such a trendsetter it's ridiculous; fur vests, check; statement jewelry, check! She began it all. Not to mention she is like the Chanel queen (I <3 Chanel)! Her clothing line is luxe as well, I'd go bananas for the entire line.

and last but certainly not least...

RIHANNA

Bold. Edgy. Eclectic. Words that describe Rihanna's effortlessly cool style. She is truly in a class all by herself, no one can pull off an outfit like she can. Even her hair! How many women can pull off Kool-Aid red hair and still look like a gem? Yep, not too many. No matter what color her hair is or if she is on stage or on the red carpet, Rihanna is 2011's Top Style Icon.

I loved creating this post; I am always looking to celebrities for style inspiration. Is there anyone you thought deserved to be on the list? Leave me comments and let me know! Remember make fashion simple, and then add a touch of glam. Smooches!

Email me at amg030@shsu.edu and follow me on Twitter @AshleySoBougie

Mall Haul

Heyyy blog-dolls I hope you have all had a fantastic week! I did a little shopping yesterday and I would like to share my goodies with my bloggers! My items are from Macys and Sheik Shoes. Majority of the stores had great sales, especially on shoes. Now is the time to stock up on coveted goodies for a great price. So while you are all enjoying the holidays, get out and have some retail therapy.

MY ITEMS

I bought these boots at Sheik Shoes $40 and I am in LOVE with them. Combat boots are a major trend right now so you should all go cop a pair. 

Here are another pair of combat boots I bought from Sheik Shoes $25, they were buy one get one half off so I said why not?

OK I LOVE Ugg style boots lol! If I could buy a million pairs of the real thing I would, but while at Macys I found a great substitute. These boots are from a brand called Bearpaw $50 (originally $75), these boots are soooooo LUXE they are made with real sheep skin and the lining is GORGG. The quality is very nice and will last a long time. So if you do not have an Ugg budget this brand will do the trick.

I have wanted a long blue jean vest for like a year now and lucky me, Macys had this one on sale. This is a vest by Calvin Klein $20 (originally $95) the material is very soft and I love the quality. This item will go great with my new boots!

I hope you all enjoyed my post; I am a shopaholic lol so if you have found any great sales let me know. Get your shop on bloggers. Remember make fashion simple and then add a touch of glam. Bye sweeties. Luv Ash!

Email me tips, comments etc at amg030@shsu.edu and follow me on Twitter @AshleySoBougie

New Years Fashion & Beauty Tag !

Hey guys, Jaz' again. Ashley and myself were tagged by fellow youtuber Santaglam in her New Years Beauty & Fashion Tag. In the tag she asked 10 questions about our views on what we think fashion and beauty should and will look like in the new year. Though I would have loved for me and ash to do this video together, we are currently in different cities :(. So at any rate, here is my video response to the Fashion and Beauty Tag. I hope you guys enjoy it and feel free to comment below letting me know if you agree or disagree and what you see being big in the new year.

Tah Tah for now!

OOTD !

Hey dollies, its Jaz' here with an outfit of the day ! The date was yesterday 12/28/11. The occasion was just a casual day out. I tied one of my fave scarves into a headpiece and that inspired the rest of this look:

Scarf : Shasa $6

Gold Glitter Shirt: Thrifted $1.25

Levi Strauss Denim Vest: don't remember, SORRY! :(

Ring: Forever21 $6.80

Black Purse: Thrifted $1.25

Skinnies: Forever 21 $10.50

Wedge Booties: Gift

Check out a more thorough view of this outfit in the video below

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&Until next time divas, stay glam!! ;)