Fashion Week for the Economista

It's that time of year again. Saint Louis fashion week is on the horizon and you can feel the excitement stirring around the city. Invitations for kick off parties are already being sent out, fashionistas are making their final outfit selections and runways are being prepped to host fashion designs from world renowned designer Rebecca Minkoff and Project Runway's Victor Luna. If that weren't enough excitement, I've been asked to host one of the pre-show parties for fashion week! Yay! While I'm super excited, my husband and I are also super pregnant. Six months to be exact and the only thing I can think of is..... What am I going to wear? Pregnant or not you may have this same burning question and this blog post is dedicated to affordable and fashionable fashion week looks.

 

Looking great doesn't have to cost a fortune. There are so many options out there such as; discount department stores, shopping online, or even shopping your own closet.  If you’re like me sometimes I forget what’s actually inside my closet.  Every couple of months I have the urge to get it organized and in the process I find great pieces that I’ve completely forgotten about.  Maybe I bought it off season or didn’t have anything to go with it at the time, but it always feels great when I find something that works perfect.  I call it “the treasure hunt.”

If shopping your closet doesn’t work for you, there are many stores dedicated to chic affordable fashion! Stores like T. J. Max, Marshalls, Ross Dress For Less, H&M, and Old Navy have won the hearts of conscientious shoppers. They offer the hottest fashion at an unbelievable price.  Just the other day I found some amazing name brand items for a steal.

Lastly, if you don’t have time or feel like going into a store, shopping online has become one my new favorite pastimes and with the convenience of smartphones, tablets, and laptops, you can find your favorite look anywhere.  My personal favorite is on the couch with a cup of coffee.  A lot of times your favorite department store has a sale online, but not in the store. So, shopping online can be just as rewarding as sifting through the sales rack to get that perfect deal.  It’s less work.  Below are two outfits examples that I put together from one of my favorite discount retailers H&M.

Fashion Week Outfits by christiadeshields featuring h&m handbags

Picture details: Patterned Kimono $50.00, Leather Skirt $25.00, Floral Top $17.99, Sweatshirt Skirt $50.00, Earrings $3.50, Purse $25.00, Suede Sandals $66.00, Boots $50.00

 So, who’s coming to Fashion Week with me? For ticket information go to www.saintlouisfashionweek.com.  I hope to see you there!

 

 

How do you Feel Good During the Week?

So, I have not blogged consistently in a few weeks and it's for a really good reason.....Summer is over for me and the return of the routine has set in. If you didn't know, I'm a Spanish Teacher by day and every year I return it takes me a few weeks to get back into the groove. Well I'm back and I missed you guys! For a lot of you all i'm sure many of you are returning back to work from vacation or back to school. The great people over at Ice Mountain Sparkling water asked me....How do you add a little fun to your weekly routine? Here are my top 5 Ways to add a little fun and excitement into my week and just plain feel good! How about you? What do you do?



1. Exercise

2. Date night even if its with yourself....go get your nails done!

3. Shop!!! even if it's your own closet. I can't tell you the number of times I got through my closet and find things that I've forgotten about. It's always such a fun surprise!

4. KUMBAYAH Stop and smell the roses. A lot of times we become so busy that we forget to slow down and really enjoy life.

5. Spice up your week and try a new recipe!!

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8 things I'm excited about for fall

Since we are all soooooooo over summer, I've been spending some much needed time day dreaming about fall...and can I tell ya that i'm super excited! It's been one of my feel good moments of the week.  Here's my top 8 of what I'm excited about for fall!

1. Call me the beanie girl! I have them in every color.  Some are thick and some are quilted and I also have turban style beanies.  I just love them.
2.  I can't wait until the pumpkin spice syrup returns to Starbucks.  There's just something about the smell and taste of pumpkin that say welcome fall!
3.  I absolutely love these boots from Steve Madden.  They are originally $170.00, but I found them at Marshalls for $50.00.  I love a great deal!
4.  The Leather T-shirt.  I got mine from the NSale at Nordstrom.  That sale was amazing!
5.  Soups.....They just make you feel so warm inside and out.
6.  Cardigans and Ponchos.  I have some really amazing ones this season and I'm stoked to style them:)!
7.  Scarves.  They are the one piece that can bring your layers together.
8. WATER! Even though it will get cooler, we have to remember to stay hydrated!  Stay hydrated in style with Ice Mountain Water! They have some amazing new flavors of water. 


What are you excited about? Leave your comments below XOXO

                                                         

 

7 things i'm excited about for fall by christiadeshields featuring a black cape
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This DIY facial scrub is AMAZZZZZIN'!!!!

So, I get a lot of questions about how I keep my skin smooth and part of it is the Lord and my parents had really good complexions, but as I get older I really have to start taking care of my skin, so I will love it when it starts to wrinkle lol.  I came across this three ingredient scrub that's simply amazing.  It's all natural and works on pretty much any  part of your body.  It will leave you feeling as smooth as a baby's bottom.  I even use it on my feet!  All you need are three ingredients to create this yummy scrub.  Mix 1 banana, honey and brown sugar in a bowl and use your fingers to gently scrub on face.  Let it sit for a few minutes....or until your favorite TV show is over and wash off.   You will love how your skin feels!!   Since one batch makes a lot. You can have a girls pamper party and share it or you can do what I do and put it in a mason jar and stick it in the fridge. It will keep for 1 week. So I want to hear from you! What are your beauty regimens? Do you have a scrub that you can share with me?? Let me know how you like this scrub!

~XO 

   

                          

                              

I can see your halo, halo, halo.... a DIY story

So I've been seeing the flower halo trend and I'm so in love, but instead of paying $20-30 dollars for one, I thought I'd DIY it and I really like the way it turned out! It's literally the easiest thing ever!

Tools:
1. Flower Garland (from hobby lobby) they have a really beautiful assortment and they were all 50% off this weekend. Choose the one that suits your style the best. They come in about 1yard of length so you will have some left over. I decided to make 2 for my god-daughters <3 br=""> 2. Scissors or jewelry pliers
3. Floral tape or a twist tie that comes from a loaf of bread;)... I didn't have floral tape so that's what I used and it worked great!!


Easy as 1 2 3
1. Measure garland to the length around your head that you want and add an extra inch.
2. Cut garland
3. Put the two ends together and wraps with either floral tape or a twisty tie:).... And you're done!!!

Spring into Fashion!

Check out my recent interview about STL Fashion WEEK.  Fshion week in St. Louis kicks off this month in St. Louis and this year's week incorporates fashion from the next budding Coco Channels and Girgio Armani's.  This is not your average kids fashion show.  Their theme this year is Steampunk!

We're in the army now <3!

Here's my take on the Camo trend. I love it...she wearing the fatigue made me feel tougher lol Si se puede (Yes you can)!!!!


What I'm wearing
Jean shirt: (it's Kenny's ;)) it's from H and M
Camo inset leggings: GoJane.com
Metallic wedge sneakers: GoJane.com
Necklace: intriguing designs

Kenny's promo video for the Real Love Project

Date: Tuesday January 15, 2012
Time: around 11 am
Place: the Mudd House on Cherokee Street (amazing place I might add! Great food, great prices and beautiful atmosphere) shop local!:)
Videographer: The amazing Jenn Cloud!! Check her out

So it's late morning and I'm so proud of my love making moves for his forth coming album entitled "The Real Love Project." Today he's recording the first promo video for his album. He's recording an acoustic version of one of the songs from the album called "So Into You" I had the amazing opportunity to style him. Ii call his look "Hipster Meets Kenny"

What he's wearing
Jacket: Levi
Infinity Scarf: H and M
Pants: H and M
Shoes: Toms
Leopard print glasses: Urban Outifitters

Gungor Swag (The music, The fashion, The movement)

Kenny and I had the pleasure of seeing one of our favorite bands of all time twice in one month.  This band is called Gungor.  They label their music as liturgical post rock, and even if you don't know what that means, it in no way hinders connecting to their music. What I find most amaze about them is that everything they do is very intentional and interesting.  It's very rare to find a band where the musicality and the lyrics can stand alone independent of one another but when combined create a most beautiful compliment. Not only is their music thought provoking, spiritual and quirky, but their style is on point as well and you can almost feel the music through their fits (outfits).  From the Cellist  to the bass player, the drummer, and Michael and Lisa, the leaders they are the complete package.

Drummer, Terence Garfield a.k.a.  our bro!! We love you!

Michael and Lisa Gungor, and their beautiful daughter and Terence Garfield. I am a huge fan of Lisa's laced dress and colored tights and the fellas look pretty dapper.  I'm totally feeling Michael's Top hat and Terrence's handkerchief, two great statement pieces.

Me and Kenny with Gungor

This song really means a lot to me and Kenny.  I'm sure you will dig it as well!

Another one that we love!!

Rock Em Wedges

So I got a chance to rock my new "Rock EM" wedges from www.dibashoes.com. I have to say that when I first saw them, I didn't recognize the complex beauty that they held..but when I put them on all I could say was OMG!!! I totally love them.  The white straps are a very crisp white color and the texture in the basket woven heal is just dynamic! These shoes are super comfortable paired nicely with my hippie jeans from Urban Outfitters, my bold yellow button down from Forever 21, and my bag that I got in Brazil.  I topped of the look with shades from Mark Anthony Collection in the St Louis Mills and my Bo, Mr. Kenneth DeShields..mmm...mmm..good!:)
~Xo

My Blog feature in Alive Mag!

This past week I was honored to have my blog featured in the Alive Magazine Style list.  Jill Manoff, the Style Editor,has created an weekly e-blast of Style in St. Louis and my blog was one of the first picked. Thank you guys so much!!;)  Below is a list of my recent style obsessions. You can find the full article if you click on the link below the picture!

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Vintage Moda Christia

Today I am giving you a review of my 2011 collection for Moda Christia.  My new collection is scheduled to debut this fall!! I am so excited, but I am also still in love with my collection from last year! Check it out!

                            

 

Riverfront Times Music Awards Show 2012

So the love of my life is nominated for a River Front Time Music Award here in St. Louis, MO. This awards show is edgy and artistic, so I've decided to go with an 80's retro mix! Check out the deets on my look!

Shirt: Vintage
Skirt: Forever 21
Shoes: Shi
Purse: Las Vegas

Kenny and Christia #ootd

While heading to eat Ethiopian food after church today, Kenny and I decided to have an impromptu photo shoot outside! We were matching and didn't even plan on it...lol... But this happens a lot! Here's the deets on our fits!!

Kenny
Shir: Dillard's
Beanie: H & M
Pants: The Gap
Shoes: vintage

Me
Top: TJ Max
Pants: TJ Max
Shoes: Macy's
Clutch: Target
Necklace: vintage

I'm totally an 80's baby!! #ootd

So I was feeling really 80's inspired today, from big hair to stonewashed jeans and of course my chucks!! Check out my look!!!

Shirt: I cut it up! Can't remember where I got it.
Headband: made by me
jeans: JC Penny
Converse: T.J. Max
Purse: Urban Outfitters

Boho-tude pt1! How to rock a turban and turban headband

Do you have a boho-tude?!? :  This blog is part one of my boho-tude series and this post focuses solely on head-gear.  . The Boho look has to be one of my favorite looks, because it speaks true to my personality! I am easy going....well I try to be (lol)...and I love to look effortlessly chic! This look is a great go to look for the summer  and is amazing at hiding a difficult hair day! Hear are a few ideas on how to rock the  turban, headband, and scarf Bo-ho style! You can wear your hair pinned up, half up and half down, all the way down, or tucked away...I'm sure there is a look for you!!:) ... So if you're nervous about trying this there are a lot of options! Just pick the one that works best for you!!:)  I made all of the headbands that I'm wearing .  They are super easy to make (i will show you later)!
  ~Xo Moda Christia