My definition of a comfy outfit is wearing stuff that matches with pretty much everything. It makes mornings so easy. Everyone's got their own comfy outfit; come see mine. 🙂
I've always adored my Herve Leger tops, particularly the ones in black. They are difficult to damage, and not only do they match pretty much everything, they are the ultimate I'm-not-really-trying-but-this-makes-me-feel-sexy wardrobe item. I now have 4 black Herve Leger tops, and 3 of the 4 are very basic tank bandage tops.
You know what clothing item surprised me the most in 2015? Chambray denim button-ups. These are surprisingly versatile.
Seriously impressive. I should have gotten denim shirts long long ago!
So, when I'm having one of those days where I don't even feel like putting in contacts, I just throw on those pieces that match everything and finish it off with a classic but sexy heel and I'm out the door feeling kind of awesome.
Putting together outfits is easy when I stick to classic high-quality clothing. Here are a few items that I am just in love with right now.
The weather in the SF Bay area is amazing. Even in winter, I can dress in light layers. This is one of my most common outfits right now. An amazing pair of black suede Valentino over-the-knee boots paired with a fitted Smythe blazer. The final touch is a great vintage Chanel bag!
I have three favorite ways for wearing black over-the-knee boots.
First is with blue or light-colored skinny jeans. The top or the jacket has to be black.
Second is with black jeans or black leather pants. And, almost any top works with otk boots and black pants.
Third is with a not-too-tight mini dress that is black or has some black in it.
From my experimentation, these looks work the best to me with black over-the-knee boots.
With all coveted designers, nasty fakes will follow. Learn some easy Balenciaga authentication tips in this guide that compares an authentic classic city motorcycle bag to a replica.
Here is an authentic brown Balenciaga classic city moto bag and a counterfeit Balenciaga classic city bag. The bag number 115748 is depicted on the main label of both bags; 115748 is the style number for the classic city.
So, right off the bat, we know that the black bag is fake, because the main label has the bag number for the "classic city," but the bag itself looks more like "the first."
Main Label
Speaking of the main label, let's take a look at the most obvious and easy authentication tip for this bag.
The font is not nearly as crisp on the replica black bag. Balenciaga stamping is always very crisp and clean.
Also, notice the top stitching that runs across the top of the leather frame on the authentic brown bag; the stitching is black. When the label is right below the zippered inside pocket, the stitching is usually black no matter the color of the moto bag. The counterfeit also has black stitching which is correct. It's still worth mentioning, because this a common and easy authentication tip.
Bag Number
Turning the main label over, you'll find the full bag number or the remaining part number.
On the genuine brown bag, the numbers 115748 are reiterated on the back and followed with additional numbers. All is as expected.
But, on the fake black bag, it shows 128523 which is the style number of the Balenciaga twiggy bag! So, the replica black bag looks like the first, has the bag number of the classic city on the front, and the bag number of the twiggy on the back. It's a complete mess! LOL
Zipper Marking
As if all the errors already displayed aren't enough, let's take a look at the back of the zipper.
Balenciaga has used a few types of zippers; one of them is Lampo zippers. But, the fake black bag uses a Lampo zipper that Balenciaga NEVER used on their moto bags.
Metal Rivet
The metal rivet at the base of the handles is a common inspection point for Balenciaga lovers in the resale market, because Balenciaga has only used a few types of rivets on their bags.
Some older Balenciaga bags used rivets without any notches, so the rivet on the counterfeit black bag is actually not a sign of necessarily being fake.
For older bags, there ought to be knot at the ends of the handles. For newer bags, there may not be a knot. Looking at the fake on the right, it sports an older style rivet, but has NO knot; this gives away that it is a fake.
Fakes come in different grades. This was just one example. Many counterfeits are much more convincing, and some are worse. Authentication is complex and specific to not only the brand, but the time of production, style of bag, leather type, etc, and many features of the bag need to be observed.
Take a break and try your skill at this fun authentication quiz. Here are 5 covet-worthy items. Which ones are really valuable, and which are really trash? Can you spot the fakes?
Answers are at the bottom.
Answers: 1. Authentic 2. Fake 3. Fake 4. Fake 5. Authentic
The Alma PM bag is one of the best-looking bags that Louis Vuitton has ever created. Not only is it beautiful, the strong structure and perfect size makes this bag very coveted. Check out what I carry in a Louis Vuitton Alma PM bag.
Did you know that Coco Chanel special ordered a bag from Louis Vuitton in the 1920's? That bag was the Alma. Rumors are that the Louis Vuitton Alma bag was the only bag that Coco carried that was not Chanel.
Then, in the 1930's, the Alma was made available to the public. Since then, it has remained as one of the most popular bags in the world.
Now, let's get right into it. What can we fit into a Louis Vuitton Alma PM bag? Apparently, a lot! This handbag has amazing structure and sturdy handles which allows it to be filled up without ruining the shape of the bag.
The Alma PM measures approximately 12.6 x 9.4 x 5.9 inches.
Inside this Alma PM bag, I'm carrying an Ipad, Kindle, long wallet, small collapsible umbrella (like this), dance shoes (they make the best emergency-I-need-a-break-from-heels shoes, because they look better than other emergency flats, can be folded, and are very durable), face powder, earphones, charger, Revlon Colorstay Overtime lipgloss in "stay currant", DHC Lip Cream, contact case, Shiseido eyelash curler, Look Ma New Hands lotion, large cellphone, contact solution, a bag of snacks, and Biore sunscreen.
And, here's everything shown and listed inside the bag. It all comfortably fits and even has a little extra room!
Kimberley Garner is the definition of head-turning. Her style is bright, fresh, and all about flaunting what you got. Now, let's take a peek at 4 of her looks that we want to COPY!
The Bright Skinny Jean Outfit
The rules to recreating this look is simple. The jeans are always skinny. The top and shoes are in the same neutral color or close to it. The bag is in a bright fun color and matches either the jeans or jacket. And, don't forget this look is supposed to be a little sexy. The top should be low-cut, and the heels should be high. 🙂
The Flirty but Sexy Mini Dress
We just love this cut of dress on her. We've seen her wear dresses of this shape in a number of colors and patterns. Here's the closest dress that we found. A perfect little dress makes fashion effortless!
Herve Leger Obsession
Speaking of effortless fashion, Kimberley loves her Herve Leger dresses. By far, this is the one dress designer that she gravitates to the most! And, these dresses are absolutely stunning on her!
Chic High-Waisted Shorts Look
Our last favorite Kimberley Garner look are her high-waisted shorts looks. To perfect this look, the shorts must be exactly right; they've got to be very tailored, fitted, short-inseamed, and high-waisted (like these). Because the shorts are so polished, the rest of the outfit is much easier to put together. The shoes should be in a color close to skintone, and the top should be a solid neutral.
To sum up Kimberley Garner's style, let's share some of her favorite fashion items.
Her favorite bags are quilted Chanel flaps, and Prada Promenade bags. These are both very timeless and versatile bags, and she owns both in many colors. For shoes, she particularly loves heels with pointed toes and black ankle booties. And, along with a bevy of body conscious Herve Leger dresses, classic low-cut black and white tops are an absolute must!
A Hermes Clic Clac H enamel bracelet is the most recognizable fashion bracelet in the designer world. These beautiful bracelets are trendy and classic and also HIGHLY counterfeited. So, here are some super easy tips on how to authenticate these coveted bangles.
Tip 1- Proportion of the H
Observe the space on the sides of the H. If you can stick another leg of the H in that space, it's a fake! This is a very common error among some counterfeit H enamel bracelets.
Tip 2- Look at the edges of the enamel
Another common error on replicas is the edge of the enamel (colored part of the bracelet). The enamel and metal part of the Hermes clic clac bracelet are made separately and then later attached. The enamel usually has a rounded edge and not a sharp edge. If the enamel's edge is flush to the rest of the bracelet or is sharp, it's a fake.
Some enamel on H bracelets are more rounded than others, but it should never have a sharp edge.
Tip 3- Screw on the clasp
This one's a dead giveaway. Many very poor fakes will have a phillips (x) screw instead of the appropriate slot (-) screw. In general, high-end designers do not use phillips screws on jewelry and handbags.
Tip 4- NO card
Isn't it weird how counterfeiters will sometimes add extra accessories? A Hermes clic clac bracelet NEVER comes with a plastic authenticity card. If you see this accessory, avoid the bracelet!
Tip 5- Alignment on box
Yet, another easy easy tip that we're delighted to share with you! The difference in quality oftentimes even shows when looking at their packaging. Hermes will never produce a misaligned box for their bags or accessories. See how obviously askew the border is on the fake box?
These tips cover some very common errors that counterfeiters make. They will definitely help you in avoiding A LOT of fakes, and may often let you know instantly when someone is wearing a replica.
However, for a full authentication, many more details are observed, sometimes even the tiny hole in the clasp! Stamping is also another major aspect of authentication, but given the many many variants of authentic and replica versions of stamping, it is much too complicated for a blog post. This is why we have always believed in the combination of an expert and software.
As always, if you never want to worry about counterfeits, simply authenticate it at Lollipuff.
Authenticity is everything on Lollipuff. For a bit of fun, we're focusing on Christian Louboutin authentication today. Which shoes are fake, and which are real? Can you tell?
All of the 3 examples are fakes and each pair of replicas has at least several obvious issues. If you were tricked, don't feel bad. These are fairly decent Christian Louboutin counterfeits.
For reference, here are stock photos of the authentic versions that the replicas were modeled after:
As always, we hope that this post brings awareness for all those awful replica Christian Louboutin shoes out there. Huge discounts on designer items is possible, and Lollipuff is committed to authenticating those deals for you!
The Chanel medium classic double flap is perhaps the most famous bag in the entire world. The timeless bag looks amazing with jeans, cocktail dresses, and just about everything. So for those of you curious about this bag, here's a post to show what fits in this must-have designer bag.
This extremely iconic bag is also one of the most well-made bags. Chanel essentially creates 2 structured leather bags and fits one inside the other.
The medium 2.55 classic double flap bag measures approximately 10.2 x 6.3 x 2.8 inches. This is the most well-known size for this very famous handbag.
The 10 inch Chanel classic double flap is a small to medium-sized handbag and can be worn crossbody or hanging straight down on the shoulder.
Its size allows for the essentials. We have a long wallet filled with cards, notes, receipts and cash, phone, keys, small phone charger, lipstick and chapstick in ours. There are also individual slots for tissues, notes, and female hygiene products.
And, here is everything placed inside the bag.
Hope that these pictures are informative to anyone who's interested in this stunning handbag!
Bring out the boots and layers. Autumn is here, and with it, comes Fall fashion. Here's me enjoying a beautiful vintage Chanel bag and some perfect-fitting Valentino knee boots.
These pictures were taken in Boston. Unlike the San Francisco Bay area, Fall was truly taking place. All around, the tree leaves were transitioning into a gorgeous warm orange, and the air was pleasantly cold in an invigorating way.
This climate is perfect for Fall fashion, not too cold to need a coat or puffer jacket, and just chilly enough for some great layering.
I've been loving Valentino shoes so much recently. But, it's not just the rockstuds, I've also been a huge fan of these lightweight and comfortable Valentino suede stretch boots. It's always been challenging to find boots that fit tight enough around my chicken legs!
It was so nice to be warm and toasty in my sweater and leather jacket with the crisp wind rushing against my face and sweeping up my hair.
