October 2011 Fashion Cravings

I love October! Not just because it is my birth month (Libra's rock) but it's the transition time for fashion. The air is getting crisper thus it is time to add on warmer pieces to your summer flare. Here are some of the fashion items I am totally craving for this month.

Cardigans by Old Navy
Wedges by Mia

1. Cardigans are a must for Fall. This one I particularly love because of its vibrant purple color and lightweight construction. For someone who lives in a tropical climate like me, the weather does not get cold enough to warrant use of heavy jackets. A cardigan like this offers just the right amount of protection for our brisk tropical nights. For those living in colder weather, you can overlay a heavier jacket (wool or leather) to help keep you warmer.

2. Leather jackets are resilient and can provide much needed warmth when the temperature drops. As stated previously they are awesome to layer with a cardigan or sweater. I love the look of this leather jacket because it maintains a polished feminine feel. It can look good either in the office or for a night out on the town.

3.  I know most of you must think I am crazy for including floral shorts on my October Fashion Cravings but there is a method to my madness. Now is the perfect time to wear these floral shorts before it gets too cold. Pair the shorts with solid tights in a complimenting color. The tights will offer protection for your legs and bring out the wonderful pattern to the shorts. Wear them with your favorite boots or wedges.

4. I cannot say how much I want a pair of bright red wedges. I absolutely fell in love with them when I visited our local Aldo. Red is a perfect color for Fall and can provide you a nice pop of color when the rest of your outfit is tame. Be bold and pair it with some red lipstick.

5.  Bib necklaces were all the rage for Fall 2011 runway shows. Accessories are a great way to introduce trendiness to your look without breaking your budget. I love this piece from Forever 21. It's eye catching and will compliment either a casual or formal look. And the best part is it's only $10!

6. Patterned leggings are another way to help keep your legs warm but still add some funkiness to your look. You can wear them alone or layer a mini skirt on top.  Ladies with slender legs look better with larger patterns and full figured ladies (like myself) should go for a smaller pattern.

7.  The brown satchel is a great inspired and practical piece for Fall. It's a great purse to rock on casual wear work days or for a day of fun shopping with friends. It'll hold all of your essential items (wallet, makeup bag, cell phone, etc) and still have room for your sweater or jacket if it gets warm.

Smiles,
Shellbelle

Article Find - Study: Makeup Makes Women Look More Competent, Trustworthy

I came across this article today and I thought I'd share it with my readers.

http://thelook.today.com/_news/2011/10/05/8170624-study-makeup-makes-women-look-competent-trustworthy?GT1=43001

I thought it was very interesting that overall people found that women looked more competent and trustworthy when they had a bit of makeup on. While we all fight to have our success based on what we have in our heads not what's on top it, but we can't deny that in some way our appearance does have an effect on how you are perceived. So ladies, there is nothing wrong with taking some time in the morning to apply a little makeup. When you looked polished, you feel confident and confidence can help bring out all the great things you know.

Me with no makeup.

Me with makeup. Who looks more competent??

Smiles,
Shellbelle

Coming up on Shellbelle's World:
* Pretty In Pink Makeup Look - Makeup For Breast Cancer Awareness Month
* Sunscreen: Don't Put It Away Just Cause It's Getting Colder
* October Product Obsessions
* Fall Inspired Makeup Look