[FBFF] New Trends

If you've been reading me for a while, you know all about FBFF. It was created by Katy of Modly Chic. It's a great group of bloggers who love to discuss fashion and beauty related topics. Once each month, there's a topic to discuss. There's also a board where you can ask your fellow bloggers questions so we can all interact together. It's great and feel free to drop by Katy's blog if you want to join !

1. With Fashion week just around the corner, we are all beginning to focus on the upcoming trends for fall. But what about the trends hitting stores now? What are you coveting?

(via J Crew)

Colored jeans ! I want a pair in every color ! I already have those green ones above (that I whore HERE). They are fun and easy to wear.

I actually realised after wearing them to work last week (and getting many comments on how amazing they were but how courageous I was for pulling them off) that I would have never bought them before I became a fashion blogger. It exended my fashion horizon farther from classic blue jeans and black pants.

2. How do you incorporate new trends into your wardrobe?

When it comes to brigh colors, I try to stick to classic shapes (like the skinny jeans above) or accessories, and try to keep the rest of the outfit simple.

Also, if something is really trendy (and I know for a fact that the next season it's gonna be gone for good the next season) I try to go for a less expensive piece (Forever21 is great for that !).

3. What trend are you seeing and not loving?

Socks in shoes ! I thinks it looks great on others, but don't think I could pull it off. On me, it looks like a little kid playing dress up !

4. Do you feel the pressure to constantly update your closet with the latest trends?

I do love trying new trends, but I don't feel any pressure to update my closet every season. I try the ones that appeal to me, and leave the rest for others.

5. Where do you find inspiration that takes the trend and makes it accessible to you and your personal taste?

(via This Time Tomorrow)

For me, it's all about real peoples, wearing clothes in real life. That's why I love fashion bloggers and street style's blogs so much. I get inspired to take the runway trends and make them wearable.

That's it guys ! Have a nice friday !

What's in your bag ?

Usually on friday, I have a FBFF post for you guys, but since we only have questions every other weeks now, I did something a little different. I trew an idea at my blogger friends, ask them if thet would show me what's in their purse, and they said yes ! I love that it's an unusual to know peoples.

Now I'm ready to spill out my secrets.

Purse: Co-Lab via Feet First

That purse is my current favorite for summer. It's roomy, have a crossbody strap, a lot of pockets and goes with everything. It's important that my everyday bag is big enough for me to carry my day planner (and pens, of course). I write everything down, appointements for the whole family, events with family and friends, birthdays... they all rely on me ! I also never leave the house without my epipen (I have pretty serious allergies so it's a must, even when it comes to evening bag). And my keys !

Wallet: Fossil

I have a thing for Fossil's wallets. They are made of beautiful leather, they are affordable and of very good quality. Even my husband is sold, he will have nothing else ! Also Ray Band sunglasses (prescription of course), I Pod Touch (wich I can listen to in the car, the office and at home so I'm never without music) and my trusty Blackberry Bold (I love that phone !!!).

Nails: Sally Hansen Salon Effect in Electric Shock

Okay, this one is just an excuse to show you my new nail polish... and my beautiful boys ! Who need wallet pictures now that we have cell phones with built in cameras !

Finally, the beauty department. I am addicted to Smith's Minted Rose Lip Balm. It feels fresh when we put it on (it's the mint part) and leave a pretty pink shade on the lips. I also love Sugar lips treatment with FPS 15, it leaves the lips soft and hydrated. The colored hues are a great alternative to lipstick or lipgloss. When I'm working (I'm still on maternity leave for an other week) I carry my favorite everyday lipstick wich is Coco Rouge Shine in Aventure. Studio Fix from MAC is my go to for unexpected complexion emergency (and last minute touch up).

And finally, some stuff to tame my hairs (including my travel brush from Sephora). I usually carry one sample hairspray bottle as well for emergencies including the hair (and to stop a run trough pantyhoses or tights!!!).
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Friends Friday - Fashion formula

It's time again for Fashion Beauty Friends Friday ! This week's topic is fashion formula.

1.      What’s your go-to outfit formula?

On a work day - Tailored pants and a cute blouse with heels
On an off day - Skinny jeans, cute top and ballet flats

2.      How did you come about this formula?

I hate to think about it as a formula because it's predictable. I like to get creative when dressing. But I think I go for looks that are comfortable and feminine witout being frumpy.

3.      Do you have different formulas for different occasions in your life?

Definitely. If there's one thing I hate, it's being over or under dressed.

4.      Has it morphed over the years?

Oh yes !!! It has evolved with my life.

5.      Which other blogger’s outfit formula would you like to swipe?

That's hard to answers. The most inspiring bloggers for me are the ones that are unpredictable, you never know what they will wear next. But I do love how Cee from Coco and Vera style is always feminine yet accessible.

(via Coco and Vera)

Don't forget to head over to Modly Chic to read all my fellow FBFF bloggers friends !

P.S. I'll be back on sunday with a weekend outfit post ! Don't forget to come and take a peek !