How to style Transitional trends

Transitional trends by karalynrae featuring lips makeup

Happy New Year! This outfit is all about current street style trends. It's never too early to start thinking about transitioning to spring, and what better way to do that than with florals. This bell sleeve dress gives a 90's feel when worn with Doc Martin boots. A dark lipstick like MAC rebel also gives an edgy balance to the florals as well.

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How to wear real jewelry everyday

How to wear real jewelry everyday by karalynrae featuring flat shoes

Ankle strap flats

Ankle strap flats by karalynrae featuring satin ballet shoes

These easy to wear shoes are my favorite thing ever since the strap really adds a little something to the boring ballet flat. Best to wear them while you still can before it get too cold!

Spring into the 70's

Spring into the 70's by karalynrae featuring a chain necklace

The 70's are definitely in for spring with their use of suede and platform shoes. This post is not sponsored by Lucky or luckyshops.com but is part of a contest.

5 Things That Aren't Worth Investing In

There are investment pieces and then there are pieces that are not worth spending a lot of money on. Here are some things not to invest in and some alternatives.

1.  Fashion Sneakers- Sneakers in general do not last, especially when they are worn a great number of times. Instead try Vans or Converse as they are still classic sneakers but a quarter of the price.
   
   
   
   VANS Authentic canvas trainers   (see more laced shoes)
2. Trendy nail polish- No trend moves faster than nail polish. Instead, a classic color is the reddish black of Chanel's Vamp.
   
   
   
   Deborah Lippmann Nail Polish in Bitches Brew Opaque Pearl Mulberry   (see more pearl nail polishes)
3. Work out wear- Items like sports bras are only meant to last about 6 month -1 year with the constant wear and washing. Work out clothes from Target and Old Navy are just as good as quality.
   
   
   
   Champion Absolute Workout II Sports Bra 6715   (see more champion activewears)
4. Lipstick- High end brand lipsticks can be expensive and they aren't necessarily better. What you're really paying for is the name and the packaging. Drugstore brands like Revlon are just as good and sometimes last longer.
   
   
   
   TOPSHOP Lips in Drive   (see more Topshop)
5. Statement heels- One minute minimalist heels are in, very bold heels the next. Better to just invest in classic heels.
   
   
   
   Stuart Weitzman Pinot Leather Pointed-Toe Pump, Black   (see more pointed toe pumps)

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE by karalynrae featuring a glass candle