Bells are back!

What is the one trend from the 70's that we thought would never come back in style? If you guessed bell bottoms then you are correct, but leave it to the ladies of Show Me Your Mumu and Free People to bring bells back full throttle. Actually, boho is so big in fashion right now it totally makes sense that bells are back! I predict that bells are going to be all over fashion for Spring. We'll see if I'm right when March rolls around. Until then, the big question is how to style them without looking like a snapshot of my mom in the 70's? 

How To Style:

One way to modernize wearing bells is to wear with a solid, flowy top and solid wedges. You want the concentration solely on your amazing pants which is why everything else should be solid or neutral.

Totally loving the way Show Me Your Mumu styled these "Bam bam bells," which were mentioned in my previous post. Again, notice the solid top to showcase the bold print of the pants. Also, take note that bells are usually super long so a high shoe (preferably wedge) is absolutely necessary. 

Not one to wear solids? Pair bells with a printed top or fringe kimono for an ultra hippie/boho festival vibe. 

Another way to modernize bells is wear them with a graphic tee or muscle tank and hat. This look is so free people-esque.

Where to Buy:

Vertigo Printed Bells- Swell

Bloom Bells- Free People

Bam Bam Bells- Show Me Your Mumu

Swell Fire Light Printed Bells- Swell

Paisley Knit Flare Bells- Charlotte Russe 

(Only $12.50 right now)

Funky Blue Print Pants- Shoptiques

How do you style bell bottoms? Are you excited bells are back? Comment below!

Fall Hats under $100

Remember how hats made a comeback last year?Well, this season the hat trend is back with a vengeance. Don't miss your chance to score one from the company that made them popular, Free People.

I'll admit the hats can sometimes cost a pretty penny, but how about some affordable options under $100?

Women's Embellished Matador Hat Floppy wool hat with an embellished trim around the band. By Free People $56.00 I love the green color of this hat, and the double buckle is ultra chic and fall appropriate. Pair with a pair of thigh high leather boots and bam, you're ready for anything.

Minnetonka Womens Buffalo Nickel Leather Hat Western style genuine leather hat with studs and Buffalo nickel embellishments. Comfortable fabric ribbon liner. By Minnetonka $54.00 I get so excited when two of my favorite brands collaborate. This hat blows my mind; I definitely need it.

Lack of Color Womens Fallon Felt Hat Wool wide brim hat with elegant tonal grosgrain ribbon. Features comfortable ribbon liner. By Lack of Color $56.00 Bold accessories are everywhere this Fall and the red color of this felt hat, which also happens to be rad for the holiday season, is guaranteed to brighten up any bad hair day!

Henschel Womens Latigo Breezer Hat American made wide brimmed breezer style hat with a leather band and strap. Breathable mesh cap. By Henschel ON SALE: $29.99 This is definitely an adventure hat. *Cue the elephants, giraffes and safari jeep*

Free People Womens Miguel Round Top Floppy Wool felt round top hat with ribbon trim and comfortable ribbon liner with hidden cinch. By Free People $58.00 This hat makes me want to go to a flower shop and pick out the biggest and brightest sunflowers.  Why? I'm not quite sure.

Are you hat crazy like me? 
Let's converse about our favorites in the comments!

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Free People New Collection + My favorites

If you are a free people-aholic like me then you are well aware of what I am about to say, but here it goes anyway: Free People officially launched their fall collection yesterday! *Cue applause* Obviously, I flipped through the look book this morning as soon as I found out, and the collection is amazing (no surprise there). From the perfect pair of leather boots and thigh-high socks to mesmerizing drapery, this collection is one of my favorites thus far. 

Speaking of favorites...
how about a Free People favorites- New collection edition? 

We The Free Women's We The Free Circle In The Sand Tee Distressed wash circle-shaped tee. Oversized spacious fit. Hi-low hem. We the Free brings us back to our down-to-earth All-American roots made mostly with casual cottons that have a lightly distressed and perfectly worn in feel.  $78 I love the sand washed look of this top, paired with sand washed jeans gives off a western vibe; I totally dig it!

Women's High Rise Roller Skinny American made high rise cropped skinnies with a slightly stretchy fit and playful back pocket detailing. Five pocket design with a zip fly and button closure.  $68 I don't know about you but I need these pants in every color.

We The Free Rory Tee Laidback easy tee with a relaxed V-Neck and breast pocket. Burnout wash and raw trim on collar and hem. Easy boyfriend fit. We The Free brings us back to our down-to-earth All-American roots made mostly with casual cottons that have a lightly distressed and perfectly worn in feel.  $58 Behold, the perfect pocket tee.

Free People Women's Caravel Thigh Hi Soft knit thigh highs with stretchy ribbed texturing for extra support along arch. Stretchy ribbed trim. By Free People  $14 Free People is absolutely known for socks, and is one of the few brands that get it..we need tall socks for tall boots.

We The Free Women's We The Free Wonder Woman Mock Neck We popped the top on a We The Free fave and gave it a mock neck. Super soft drippy oversized long sleeve tunic. Hem drapes longer on the sides. We The Free brings us back to our down-to-earth All-American roots made mostly with casual cottons that have a lightly distressed and perfectly worn in feel.  $78 Remember the drapery I referred to in the beginning? There it is, my friends.

Converse Women's Charlie Converse Distressed low top lace-up sneakers. By Converse  $50 Free People + Converse collab?  Yes, please.

Free People Womens Gilded Age Tote Printed with a cool boho design and featuring cool studded synthetic leather handles this textured tote is made from a natural jute canvas blend. Keep special items separate in the easy-to-access pouch on a rope which conveniently clips on and off with a metal hook. By Free People  $58

Other amazing Free People items:

Women's Jess Dress

Cage back bra

Voile and Lace Trapese Slip

Got Me Twisted Harem Pants

Are you as excited about the new collection as I am?

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Free People Favorites

You readers seem to like these posts, so how about an updated Free People Favorites. If you are unfamiliar with these posts, nbd (no big deal), catch up here.

The first item that I need is the Cool & Clean Harem Pants, which come in Olive, Mauve, Charcoal, and Brown. I want them all, but olive and mauve stand out most. $128.00

Solid Sleeveless Crop in the color solid mixed pink.  Solid crop tops have become essential for your any wardrobe this season. The pink reminds me of a flamingo and reassures the fact that I need this particular crop top. It also comes in black, if pink isn't your style. $43.00

HOLD THE PHONE- I am obsessed with the drapery on this We The Free You So Fancy Printed Tee in color bone combo. Other colors include navy combo & rust combo. $68.00

Next, lets discuss one of my favorite parts about the Free People line: Tunics. Free People is the first company to make comfortable yet adorable tunics. One of the best ones is the FP ONE Fly Away Tunic and my favorite color is undoubtedly teal.  $108.00

FP New Romantics Dots for Days Blouse strikes me as the perfect date night blouse. $88.00 Colors: Indigo and Ivory

If you have been wondering what to wear over those fabulous feminine bralettes, look no further. Free Swing Cami  is only $30.00 and comes in a variety of 8 Colors: Army, Purple, Soft Rose, Dark Ocean, Black, Red Clay, Alabaster, and Washed Purple. My favorite colors are Soft Rose and Dark Ocean; What about you?

FP ONE Mix Print Tunic is $128.00. Love the print.

Breezy Tunic in the color Sahara Sun. $68.00

Low Back Nomad Slip in the color Black Combo $128. Obsessed with the low back on this slip.

Parisian Slip in the colors: Coral, Periwinkle, Midnight Blue, Blush, Mint, French Vanilla, and Black. What's your favorite? Blush and French Vanilla totally catch my eye. This slip seems to be a longer version of the trapeze slip tunics which Free People is iconic for. $88.00

SHOES:
Santa Monica Lace Up Sandal in gold $128.00

Balkan Sandal $68.00 in Black tapestry.

Polka Dot Hi Top Chucks $70.00


Lets face it; on a college budget, most Free People items are "splurge" items, but this is what I consider a super splurge. If I had the money, it would be mine.
SPLURGE:
Embroidered Sheer Tunic $228.00

What is your favorite item of all the Free People Favorites? Comment below!

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Overall Shorts

Move over high waisted shorts, there's a new (more like old but revamped) trend in town...overalls!

I know a percentage of people just stopped reading this but for those who stuck around: OVERALLS ARE MAKING A COMEBACK IN FASHION, just watch. Vintage inspired fashion bloggers brought this trend back full force, and I do not hate it. Overall shorts are super comfortable and totally acceptable if styled correctly.

For example: 

I love how she styled this pair, who knew overalls could be chic? Take notes from this gal and cuff the legs of overalls and add cognac colored booties with a slight heel for an effortlessly stylish look. 

Check out this pair of overalls from H&M, and notice the shorts are already cuffed and distressed to modernize them. The best part? These babies are only $29.95; h&m does it again!

Forever 21 sure knows how to attract me, LACE OVERALLS, oh my! I like that these are fitted opposed to slouchy like normal overalls. It adds a completely different vibe-perfect for summer!

Maybe stripes are more your fancy?

Check out these Sassy Stripes Overalls from Mod Cloth

or Free People Chrysite Slouch Shortall 

The wash of these Billabong overall shorts is so rad. I can totally see these with a flower crown and a cropped top or a bralette with a cool neckline at a music festival, can you?

What will you wear with your overall shorts this summer? Comment below!

OOTD: Free People

Spring is officially among us and skirt season is IN! This weekend I ventured out to the local mall and decided to stop in Belk. Good thing I did because every brand had a section that was reduced at least 40 percent, including Free People. Of course, I’m not the only one to find out about this mega sale so most items were either sold out or there was only one left in my size. Luckily, I did manage to stumble upon this beauty for a shocking $38.00 at the register! I would never pay 100+ for this skirt, but I would pay 38 all day long. My favorite part about the skirt is the way it flows when I twirl. I also managed to pick up these fabulous circle sunglasses for only $2.50 from the Red Camel brand. Unfortunately, the sunglasses are not listed on Belk’s website but I linked some similar ones below. In the meantime, go check your local BELK to find both the skirt and the sunglasses! 

Skirt: Free People

Shirt: Belk

Glasses: Red Camel, (similar)

Hat: Tilly’s

Have you started shopping for Spring yet? Monday I have an exciting collab post coming, stay tuned!

Free People Favorites

Free People is one of my favorite brands. I have blogged about them before but the company embodies the term “free spirit”. Free People’s sister companies are Urban Outfitters and Anthropologie, which should tell you about the style and price range of the store. Some of the pieces are not in a frugal fashionista’s price range at all, but the trick is catching items when they are on sale online or in store. Belk even has a line with Free People to offer discounts as well so be sure to check that out next time you’re in the mall. My favorite part of the website is the FP me section where people and stylists post pictures of how they style their Free People items. It is so amazing to see the versatility and how other people put an unexpected spin on the clothes. If anything, it is the perfect place for inspiration. To me, Free People style is my style in a nutshell. I love everything about their clothes and how vintage inspired items are integrated with modern and classic pieces to mix boho chic and street style to the maximum. Check out the site here, meanwhile here are some of my favorite items available under $100 from Free People. Items linked below.

Dream Cloud Dress

First up is this fabulous vintage inspired printed flowy dress. The original price is $128 but it is on sale right now for $69.95. Although I do not have $70 to spend on this dress, it would look amazing on one of you. Check out more deets here.

Next is this Perimeter Cardigan. Fringe is so in this Spring (as seen on runways NYFW) so this cardigan is right on trend. I love the camel color as well, goes with absolutely everything-black, brown, navy, pink. So versatile.

Double Layer Rosary

Brace yourself for the perfect boho chic layered necklace. I have been searching for one of these for quite sometime now and this one is a ‘must order when I have money’. If this color isn’t you, check out the other colors here.

Back to fringe again and like I mentioned before, it is right on trend. I wish I could afford this Vegan Fringe Crossbody, but it still comes in under $100 at $68 and also comes in tan and red.

Next is this gorgeous Embellish Band Brimmed Hat that is offered for the rather expensive price of $58.00.

Now, for the two things I refuse to live without, which means I may or may not have just ordered them…oops!

Varsity Dot Tall Socks

Changing Directions Lace Top

How do you feel about Free People? What are some of your favorite items available? Tell me in the comments!

Have a wonderful Wednesday,

Free People Collection

Has anyone else noticed the hippie chic and always fabulous Free People brand has launched a collection with BELK? Personally, I love Free People, but can’t exactly afford all of the pieces. If you are unsure what the brand Free People is, click here to access the website (not Belk). I cannot describe the genuine love I have for these clothes. Free People’s style is so different and boho chic. If the word hippie chic was in the dictionary, I am pretty sure a picture from Free People would be the image. Unfortunately the clothes are ridiculously expensive. However, it seems to me this line with BELK is to include frugal ladies like you and me in the hippie chic awesomeness of their clothes. I am by no means saying the line is cheap, but Belk offers discounts and things Free People does not so if you combine a few coupons, you might could score a steal of a deal! (Just an idea).

Some of my favorite items include:

Beautiful Sinner Sweater{Charcoal Combo}, Geo Over the Knee Sock, (Sold Out)- Alternative link(Nordstrom) Striped Jersey Scarf, Florence Embroidery Dress, Polka Dot Thigh High Sock,(Sold Out)- Alternative link (Nordstrom)  Moonlight Bay Dress{Black Combo}, Fly Away Skirt{Navy Combo}, & Destroyed Skinny Jean

Please tell me this is a new collaboration and I have not been completely missing the bus to Free People Neverland for months or (my worst fear) years. Has anyone else noticed this collaboration and if so, when?

By the way, I noticed some of the items I mentioned have sold out since this post was drafted, I attached alternative links to fix this issue :)