A New Chapter

(Overalls- Rag and Bone, Blouse-Theory)

Welcome back to fashionTUDE! I haven’t posted in the last three years but now that I am a senior and have more time I am going to start posting again! Quick update on my life, I have studied fashion the last 4 years at Michigan State University and now I am getting ready to graduate and start a new chapter in my life. My plan is to move to New York City to start my fashion carrier; I could not be more excited for this. A lot has happened in my life the past couple years, I met a boy, my family was on a TV show, I have traveled a lot, my sister got married, I have made new friends and got rid of some, I have grown and learned about life and now I am graduating and moving. I am so excited to share with you guys my experiences and what I stumble upon in my next chapter.

xxx

Spring Break

(Urban Outfitters socks, American Apparel lace shorts,Roosevelt Top.)

 

NOIRE

 

(Dolce Vita heels, Free People shorts, LnA tank, Elizabeth and James blazer)

ARTS AND CRAFTS

 

 

These are a few bracelets I made in my free time, I went to the store to go buy supplies for my art class but they didn’t have anything I needed so I decided to buy beads to make my self some new bracelets. They were very easy to make I bought some Stretch Magic string and then some rows of beads. I wear them everyday, they add the perfect touch with the rings and watches I wear.

I'm As Famous As Mozart

Check out my friends AMAZING music blog! I get all my latest jamz from here http://www.richhappyfamous.com/apps/blog 

trill

Christian Louboutins

These heels are a dream , they are eight-inch, red-soled stilettos that are based on the ballet slipper. What makes them even more dreamy is they are Swarovski-encrusted. Christian Louboutin created them to be auctioned off to raise funds for the English National Ballet. 

Holiday Wish list

SORRY FOR THE DELAY

(Forever 21 kimono jacket,black tank, J Brand skinnies-plum, Messeca Coraline wedges)

To finish off the fall season *I know I’m a little late—I thought this picture would be perfect. I’m wearing my favorite plum Jbrands with a floral kimono. These pieces undeniably got me through the fall season and seemed to be a huge trend in many stores. I hope this colored jean craze continues through the New Year because I have my eye set on purchasing a few new pairs. I hope everyone has a happy, healthy New Year. Stay tuned for lots of new post in 2012!!

Happy Thanksgiving

Colors

(Elizabeth and James leather sleeve tee, Flying Monkey pants, Jeffrey Campbell boot)

Some Of My Thangz

Flash Back

(Nasty Gal flower crop shirt, Citizens of Humanity flare jeans, Dolce Vita Jemma Ankle Boot)

One of my favorite time periods is the 70's. I definitely wish I lived back then. Every time I watch the movie Dazed and Confused (which I happen to see a lot because I have 3 good guy friends who are obsessed with it) it makes me want to live during that era even more. I’m obsessed with high-waisted  bell bottom flared pants, embroidered peasant blouses,hot pants and OBSESSED with crop tops. Also I love platform shoes, my closet is filled with them (I'm only 5 ft. so I like to try to come off as being taller than I am).  I enjoy incorporating the whole hippie sheek thing into my own style.  I tend to stumble across Vennessa Hudgens unique style, every once in a while, I adore her fashion sense. 

CHENEL

(H & M knit sweater, American Apparel lace shorts, Jeffrey Campbell Charli-C clogs, vintage CHANEL backpack, House of Harlow 1960 ring-black)

I love this outfit, its comfy but cute at the same time. 

Leopard

(Elizabeth & James leather sleeve jacket, MINK PINK jean shorts, DKNY tank, Jeffery Campbell boots, Urban Outfitters high socks-black)

Trick or Treat

(Solemio shirt, Nasty Gal jean shorts, Ash Jezebel Khaki shoe boot, key chain necklace)

Happy Halloween!! I know this picture has nothing to-do with Halloween but how could I not write about Halloween, on the day of. Right? This year I struggled figuring out what I wanted to be. It was my first Halloween on a college campus so the pressure was seriously on. Thursday night I decided to be a punk rocker Mickey Mouse (a Vogue issue from last year inspired me). I wore shiny liquid black leggings; a Free People cropped bustier, a sleeveless distressed jean jacket and of course Mickey Mouse ears. Friday night, I was supposed to be Pebbles from the Flintstones but, last minute, I decided to be a clown. I wore my Equipment striped button down, ripped shorts, and wore one red Dolce Vita boot, and one black Dolce Vita boot. Saturday night, I ended up not going out, I saw a movie with a friend :). My roommate was the cutest thing ever though, she decided to be a Twitter bird (the Twitter symbol) She wore a blue tutu, blue leotard, yellow high leg warmers and wrote her Twitter name on her back. Creative—don’t you agree? She looked adorable. Tonight is the last night for my week's Halloween escapades… I'm thinking about being Little Red Riding Hood. If I have any pictures from these nights- ill post em.

Must Haves

(Elizabeth & James Hand Crochet Sweater, Wink tiffany jacket, Equipment Daddy Laser Stripe Blouse, Norvella Royale Jimmy Jacket, Rory Beca Jacob Trapeze Blouse)

 I saw these items and fell absolutely in love with each piece. The bright colors in the Elizabeth & James sweater caught my eye right away. Along with the bright colors used in the Equipment stripe and Rory Beca blouse. The past month i've been drawn to wearing livelier colors, it always lightens my mood. 

Obsession

(Ashbury lacy top-black, vintage jean shorts, Dolce Vita Jemma Ankle boots, Urban coin necklace)

When I first came across these Dolce Vita red boots, I freaked and ordered them immediately. I had to have them! They are my obsession up-to-date; they definitely add that extra oomph to any outfit. I usually pair them with dark skinny J Brands and a cute blouse. I assure you, if you wear these you definitely will stand out. Since I have made this purchase there hasn’t been a time of me wearing them that I haven’t gotten at least one compliment. My favorite look when it comes to buying shoes is a platform front with a really tall heel. Lately I'VE been noticing a trend for shoes with a thicker heel, and I'm kinda loving it. A definite must-have. You can never have too many pairs of shoes..right?

The Beginning

(Alternative Apparel grey tank, With Hearts in My Eyes.. lace pants, leopard print Jeffery Campbell platforms, Falling Whistle necklace)

My name is Mackenzie, I am a freshmen in college and my major is apparel and textile design. To start off my journey in the fashion world I decided to create this blog. This is my way of expressing myself, trying new trends, and taking that extra step to look fab. Some of my favorite designers include Parker, MINKpink, Bluemoon, Free People(duh), Style Stalker, Rag & Bone, Elizabeth and James and MANY more. I consider my closet to be my life. I love finding that one piece of clothing that will stand out and i'm a continuous shopper. Im excited to start this part of my life..so here I go.