I personally find online shopping a million times easier than physically going to the mall and actually walking around the stores looking for a new wardrobe or maybe just a quick outfit for a special event that day. I find that this can be extremely tiring sometimes. Now don’t get me wrong, there are many benefits to actually going to the stores and picking out an item. You’ll know right then and there if the item fits your liking, you’ll have a clue of what items at home will match perfectly with it, and if you end up not liking the item, it’s an easier process of exchanging or simply returning. However, this blog post is for all my online shopping lovers! With 0nline shopping, you experience the thrill of adding one item after another to your cart without being forced to buy it now, later, or sometimes… never, if you happen to find something better later on. Here’s a quick list of a few of my highly recommended, favorite online shops! 

Starting with the most popular and my all-time FAVORITE online shop… Fashion Nova! Who doesn’t love Fashion Nova? Honestly, I really find it hard to not like Fashion Nova or what it has to offer. I first started shopping with Fashion Nova in the eighth grade when that’s all every girl at school would talk about. I’m not going to lie, my first time shopping with them wasn’t a great experience. My jeans came in two sizes too big, an image that I thought was a sweater dress was actually a really small crop sweater, and I thought I ordered black combat boots in a size seven, but instead got brown combat boots in a size eight and a half… Now, most would have stopped shopping with Fashion Nova just from that experience alone, but not me! I decided to give them another try.. And since then, I fell in love. From there, clothes being extremely affordable to the material is super comfortable and stretchy so you never feel like you are suffocating in your own clothes. I shop at Fashion Nova so much that every time my friends or family say they like a piece of clothing of mine before I could even open my mouth, the first thing they say is, “don’t tell me… Fashion Nova right?” Haha! At this point… I just think I should be a sponsor for them…

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Coming in at number two on my list is Pretty Little Things! This online store is pretty similar to Fashion Nova, with several trendy items that you just can’t resist. I mostly get my basic tees and occasionally “dressy” clothes from PLT because they tend to be heavier and stronger fabric than Fashion Nova or any other online store I shop with. Another reason why I like shopping with this company is that not only are their items already pretty cheap but they also offer student discounts, that basically add up to nearly free clothes.. and who doesn’t love free or at least cheap things while in college?!

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Lastly on my list is SheIn, now I know there’s a lot of controversy about this company, however, I personally love SheIn clothing and the material they use. I’m not as consistent with ordering from them as I am with Fashion Nova and Pretty Little Things, but from the few times I did buy from them I was pretty satisfied. Everything I bought from them has held up for a great amount of time and didn’t cause any issues, however, one thing that did bother me is their shipping does take quite some time to get to you, depending on where you live. But other than that, I will be purchasing more often from them because they are great for trendy items that are in style for that specific season!  

*** I recommend trying out these online stores to make your shopping just a little bit easier!

Whether we choose to admit it or not, we all have at least one person in our lives that have a major influence on us. Regardless if it’s on our personality, our way of viewing things in the world, our acts of kindness, or in this case, our fashion sense. Growing up with two older sisters that took fashion very seriously, to the point where they started designing their own clothing, forced me to love fashion just as much as they did and possibly even more. Besides my siblings, mother, cousins, and aunts playing a huge role in my fashion choices, a lot of celebrities working with modeling agencies as well as starting their own clothing lines forced me to be creative with my style and bring out my inner fashionista! 

Rihanna 

Of course, number one on my list is the queen Riri! Not only is Rihanna my all-time FAVORITE artist, but her sense of style is so unique and vibrant. I remember when I was younger and she would drop a new music video, I would try to recreate her same looks with my mother’s clothing and shoes, leaving her room a complete mess! One thing I love about Rihanna’s style is that she doesn’t care about what others think. She allows her outfits to express her personality and what mood she’s in for that specific day. Even if she’s going for a more “relax” or “calm” look and throws on a pair of sweats, she still manages to add her own twist to it! Rihanna had a love for fashion at a very young age. Since she became a successful singer in the year 2005, she’s been talking nonstop about starting her own clothing line. From starting to model for several modeling agencies to designing some of her own clothing pieces that she would just wear out running errands, to then… The birth of her own clothing line, Fenty! 

Demi Lovato 

Next on my list is Demi Lovato. Some may say that Demi has more of a “simpler” fashion sense, but that’s what I love about it. Similar to Rihanna, Demi isn’t afraid of popping out in a bright orange suit while ignoring the public’s comments, and still, look absolutely stunning! I’d say her fashion sense is more “free-spirited” because she wears what she wants and how she wants without worrying about “normal social rules.” She allows her clothing to tell her story, as some may know, Demi has been through a lot this past couple of years and has fought through it all. Her confidence doesn’t just show through her amazing music but is also apparent in the way she dresses. 

Beyoncé

How many of you saw this one coming? How could you be obsessed with fashion and not love every bit of Beyoncés fashion choices?! Queen Bee can literally rock anything she puts on. From gorgeous red carpet looks to her strolling around town looks, her fashion choices have been in the spotlight for the world to see and admire. Her style is more of an elegant and sometimes trendy look. If she’s not going to an award or fashion show wearing a delicate sheer fabric body fitting dress, you can spot her wearing ripped skinny jeans and a white tee. Sounds basic right? Not for Beyonce though! She manages to make such a simple outfit look absolutely remarkable with killer hairstyles and statement jewelry! No matter the occasion, Beyoncé is always ready to slay!

Having a hard time finding the right dress that hugs your body just right, the perfect fitting shirt that doesn’t make your chest spill out, or the right pair of jeans that fit your thighs and hips all at once while still being comfortable to move in? Yeah.. me too! This week’s blog is dedicated to finding the right pair of jeans for your body type. I personally struggle with finding a pair of jeans that fit my thighs and my waist, while still being the proper length and not high waters. When I go out shopping for new jeans I usually try out multiple stores, but the outcome isn’t always good. 

The first store I’d usually try is Forever 21. Don’t get me wrong, Forever 21 is a reasonably priced clothing store that sells quality fabric clothing that lasts quite some time. However, their jeans just aren’t for me. All the jeans I ever tried on at Forever 21 are either wayyyy too short, too tight on my thighs and extremely too loose around my waist or vise versa. Don’t even get me started on Forever 21’s sizing scale… In jeans, I’m usually a size 7 or 9, depending on the store, but in there, my jean size varies dramatically. Sometimes a size 9 wouldn’t even go past my knees. Forever 21 is known for their unique and affordable clothing, but I wouldn’t go there for jeans I know that for sure.

Another store I’d try is Old Navy. One thing I love about Old Navy is that their sizing scale is extremely accurate and almost never disappoints. But for all my long-legged girls out there… Old Navy jeans aren’t for us. Even though the sign above the jean table reads, “Fit for everybody… Tall or short”, this statement doesn’t really apply to us tall girls. Old Navy jeans are more “snug” to your body type and don’t get worn or washed out too quickly. You could wash your Old Navy jeans 1000 times and they’ll still look brand new. However my only problem with their jeans is that it never fits my legs all the way to my ankles, and I don’t really want to wear high waters and capris all the time..so.. Thank you, next Old Navy!

One last store I’d try out before throwing a tantrum because I could NEVER find jeans that fit me well enough is, Hollister. Hollister actually has the best jeans out of the two stores I mentioned before, however, my only problem is that Hollister is extremely expensive. One regular pair of denim high waisted jeans could go for nearly $50, and I know as a college student, $50 on ONE pair of jeans is ridiculous! I love how Hollister has sections for their jeans, by dividing the different styles and cuts from each other, as well as making a special section for tall girls! Hollister jeans fit me great from the waist all the way down to ankles, but my only problem is that they are too expensive and get really dingy really quickly. 

Now, what yall actually came here for… Tips on picking out the right pair of jeans… 

Tip #1:

Take your measurements at home before going to the store and having a hard time like me. Measure your waist size and inseam size to make it easier for you to just walk into the store and ask a sales associate for their help and to cut down on time if you are in a rush.  

Tip#2:

Figure out your body shape. Is your body type an apple, pear, hourglass, or rectangle? Finding out your body shape and asking a sales associate for their help and opinion on what jean style would look good with your body type will make your job and their job 10 times easier to find the right fitting pair of jeans for you!

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Tip #3:

Are you more of a low rise, mid-rise, or high waisted jean girl? If you’re honestly not sure or really don’t have a preference, maybe this will help..

Low rise: These jeans are for girls who want to show off their curves while avoiding the annoying waist gap problem.

Mid rise: These jeans are figure-friendly and comfortable for all body types and provide more structure around your midsection.

High rise: These jeans typically comfort the long-legged girls with smaller waists. More of the “hourglass” body types run to this jean style. They give you that “retro” look, plus they look great with crop tops too! 

• Sorry, this blog was a little bit longer than usual… But hopefully, my rant on never finding the right pair of jeans and my very few tips helped you out just a little!

As we all know, teens are very picky. Whether it be with what they eat for dinner, to what color nails to get at the nail salon, to what hairstyle goes best with an outfit, to what jewelry looks better, to finally, which heel matches best with a specific dress. Teens are always specific in what they want and how they want it. Teenage fashion trends are sometimes overwhelming due to the fact that what’s popular at the moment, may not be so popular a few days from now. Nobody knows teen fashion.. better than a teen herself! Here’s a list of the top three trends you should try out this season before a new trend comes out and you miss it! 

Trend #1: Fanny Packs 

Remember Fanny Packs being super popular in the 90s then died down and no one really ever spoke about them again and possibly forgot that they even existed at some point? Well.. there back! Fanny packs are almost like belts that help keep your pants up but also used to store small items like your phone, keys, lip gloss, or any other necessity you need when you don’t feel like carrying a large purse. I personally find this item to be a useful and cute accessory to add to your already stylish outfit. They are designed to adjust to any and all shapes and sizes out there and keep you looking up to date with its many designs, patterns, and unique colors.  

Trend #2: Oversized Puffers

One of my personal favorite trends that came out this season is oversized puffers. Even though the weather has been fluctuating a lot the past couple of days, we still get those super cold nights that these puffers would work great for while still keeping you elegant and classy! These jackets range in many different fabric cuts, styles, colors, and looks that’ll go with every and anyone’s personality and fashion preferences. 

Trend #3: Sherpa 

For these cold and sometimes unbearable winter nights, wearing a sherpa is your best bet! The term “sherpa” mimics the bumpy and soft texture of sheeps wool. These lined coats are designed for freezing temperatures that you want to bundle up for but also look cute. They are light weighted and insulated against the cold with fur and or sheepskin on the inside as well as the outside. Sherpas come in a variety of designs, colors, and styles. Some come with buttons, zippers, strings, or just designed to mimic a cardigan. My sisters just recently bought me a cream-colored sherpa with black stitching that I absolutely fell in love with! The material is great for people like me who constantly get cold. 

At the constant rate of fashion trends dying down so quickly… I suggest you try these out now! Each trend is super stylish and affordable for teens that want to put a little more pop in their wardrobe! Go grab each one of these items, try them out, and let me know how you like them.. Do they fit your style? Or is it a fashion disaster?!