http://www.stripesandsequins.com a fashion & DIY blog for the sparkle obsessed Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:00:07 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2013/04/blush-crush.html http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2013/04/blush-crush.html#comments Thu, 18 Apr 2013 18:00:09 +0000 Grace Atwood http://www.stripesandsequins.com/?p=11932 I’m having a little moment with blush hues.  They’re pretty, wearable, and look good on everyone.  BaubleBar’s Rose Gold Boutique really put me over the edge – I’d been waiting patiently for this necklace and this ring to go on the site… obsessed.  I also ordered this dress after seeing [...]]]> http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2013/04/blush-crush.html/feed 17 http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2013/02/white-out.html http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2013/02/white-out.html#comments Wed, 27 Feb 2013 11:00:06 +0000 Grace Atwood http://www.stripesandsequins.com/?p=11108 Not so long ago, wearing a white bag (especially – gasp – during non-summer months) was a taboo.  Now, the look feels modern and cool.  I’ve been rocking this tote (look for it on the blog next week) pretty constantly as the white hue feels fun and fresh, but there [...]]]> http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2013/02/white-out.html/feed 20 http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2013/02/color-crush-mint-green.html http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2013/02/color-crush-mint-green.html#comments Fri, 15 Feb 2013 11:00:26 +0000 Grace Atwood http://www.stripesandsequins.com/?p=10625   I must admit that I feel a bit passé writing about mint green, as some might see it as so last year.  Whatever.  While last summer certainly was mint green’s time to shine, I still love it… especially during the winter months.  You’ve seen my little mint green coach [...]]]> http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2013/02/color-crush-mint-green.html/feed 16 http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2013/01/metallic-moment-rose-gold.html http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2013/01/metallic-moment-rose-gold.html#comments Fri, 25 Jan 2013 11:00:05 +0000 Grace Atwood http://www.stripesandsequins.com/?p=10571 I’ve long been a fan of rose gold, and couldn’t be happier to see that it’s everywhere – bags, shoes, clothing, tech accessories… even beauty products!  (umm… who wouldn’t want that lash curler for their vanity!?)  Here are a few of my favorite non-jewelry rose gold items. 1.  Ipad Case // [...]]]> http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2013/01/metallic-moment-rose-gold.html/feed 11 http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2012/10/color-crush-eggplant.html http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2012/10/color-crush-eggplant.html#comments Fri, 26 Oct 2012 18:00:31 +0000 Grace Atwood http://stripesandsequins.com/?p=5388 Oxblood permeated the runways (and our shopping carts) this season, but its not-so-distant cousin Eggplant still reigns supreme in my book. Here are a few of my favorite eggplant pieces. Faux Python Clutch // Scarf // Dress // Tank (great price) // Bracelet // Ring Collar Necklace // Chain Strap [...]]]> http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2012/10/color-crush-eggplant.html/feed 5 http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2012/10/color-crush-boulevard-green.html http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2012/10/color-crush-boulevard-green.html#comments Mon, 15 Oct 2012 10:00:48 +0000 Grace Atwood http://stripesandsequins.com/?p=5030 There’s just something awesome about emerald/forest green for Fall.  J.Crew calls it Boulevard Green.  I love it, so much. Long Sleeve Dress // Bracelet // Sunglasses // Bag // Mini Skirt // Necklace Cords // Fedora // Gloves (bargain) // Ballet Flats // Earrings //  Pants (have and love)]]> http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2012/10/color-crush-boulevard-green.html/feed 17 http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2012/10/fall-musts-navy-gold.html http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2012/10/fall-musts-navy-gold.html#comments Tue, 02 Oct 2012 18:00:26 +0000 Grace Atwood http://stripesandsequins.com/?p=4944  This little lust list is comprised of pieces that are incredibly practical, yet luxurious in every sense of the word.  A sumptuous cashmere boyfriend sweater… the softest velvet jeans… sparkly baubles that you’ll wear over and over again.  All in statement-making metallics and classic navy… a color combination that I [...]]]> http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2012/10/fall-musts-navy-gold.html/feed 29 http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2012/07/overcast.html http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2012/07/overcast.html#comments Tue, 31 Jul 2012 10:00:57 +0000 Grace Atwood http://stripesandsequins.com/?p=3919 I really love how certain celebrities (Jessica Alba comes to mind) are able to pull off an all gray ensemble.  Think faded gray jeans, a silvery tank top, and a billowy scarf.  The look is casual and understated, always chic.  I need to start incorporating easy ensembles like this into [...]]]> http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2012/07/overcast.html/feed 40 http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2012/07/navy-green.html http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2012/07/navy-green.html#comments Thu, 26 Jul 2012 10:00:22 +0000 Grace Atwood http://stripesandsequins.com/?p=3832  Navy + green might be my all time favorite color combination.  It’s fresh + fun, a little bit geeky, a little bit preppy… and very me.  I was so excited to see that there are so many great pieces that utilize this combination in stores right now.  Here are a [...]]]> http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2012/07/navy-green.html/feed 48 http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2012/07/color-crush-lemon-drop.html http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2012/07/color-crush-lemon-drop.html#comments Thu, 12 Jul 2012 10:00:15 +0000 Grace Atwood http://stripesandsequins.com/?p=3567 Don’t these pieces just scream summer!? I just love lemon yellow… it’s as refreshing as a cool glass of iced lemonade. Sorry for the cliche, but it’s true. My favorite way to wear it is with white (denim, preferably,) turquoise, or coral. Try one of the tanks with white jeans, [...]]]> http://www.stripesandsequins.com/2012/07/color-crush-lemon-drop.html/feed 20