Sneak Peek - D.I.Y. Summer Espadrille

7.11.13.

I am currently working a D.I.Y. project that I am very much excited to complete...& it's quite thrifty in my opinion :) I thought I was a genius for coming up with this idea (I know, how selfish of me haha), but there are lots of fabulous tutorials/blog posts out there that I received tips from...

Since it's still a matter of gathering materials & prep work I can only leave you with a teensy sneak peek of what I am attempting to create :)

**HINT: it has EVERYTHING to do with espadrille flats & my fav letter C**

*check out my labels/tags for more hints*

As this is one of the hottest trends of the summer, I purchased these, which are currently on sale at Target (prices vary; $19.99 online)

Any ideas as to how I might c's the d.i.y.? :)

How would you vamp up these espadrilles, or would you?

Hope you enjoyed this sneak peek...I'd love to hear your ideas!

xoxo

~carlykins

P.S. - for those in America or wherever there are 7-11's...

don't forget to go & get your free slurpees! Perfect for these super hot summer days! :)

Fashion Files: Hello Summer!

6.21.13.

Hello Summer!

Happy Summer Solstice!

Hey there Mr. Sun!

There's so many ways to say it but today is the official day when summer begins! Whooo! ...it is a little strange when you live in a place that feels like summer year round ;) Are you ready?

Some summer essentials:

1. Anything white!

White is the color of the season! The more white pieces in an outfit the better! I have to admit that I am totally buying into--figuratively & literally--this HOT trend. I plan to do a more extensive post on my obsession with this later :)

2. A rad bikini or one-piece. (Think fringe or details!)

I've been all about the home-grown brands like Mikoh (the OC) or L*Space (SoCal)...sadly I haven't been able to invest in suits made by local companies like these... 

3. OMBRE.

Whether it be your jeans, clothes or your hair, this trend is on point.

I've personally be dyinggg to try the ombre hair trend with Loreal's Feria Wild Ombre DIY kit.

4. Beach inspired jewelry.

Who wears jewelry to the beach? Well, magazines & local companies have been pushing this trend hard...& I'm hooked! Again, I like to support local, small businesses; check out local girl Misha Hawaii, she does amazing work & is one of the few gals who uses rose gold (beautifully)--my fav!!

5. A smile!

Yes, if anything be happy, smile & laugh your okole (butt) off! It's free & will give you that healthy glow that elude so many people ;)

xoxo

~carlykins