March 9th, 2010

Current Contest Rundown

  1. Visit Melinda at Melinda Joy and win one of two scarves of your choice! Ends 3/10.
  2. Stop in to see Dee at Bella Savvy and be the winner of one scarf of your choice! Ends 3/20.
  3. Annette from Fairy Blog Mother is giving away two scarves of your choice! Ends 3/11.
  4. Angie from My Four Monkeys has a scarf of your choice to give away! Ends 3/15.
  5. Drop in and see Stacy at Survey Junkie Gift Guide and win a scarf of your choice! Ends 3/17.
  6. Shelley from Canadian Product Reviews has a $20 gift card to Affordable Scarves to give away! Ends 3/14.

See you next week!

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March 8th, 2010

New Merch’ Monday: Chain Bobstay Scarf

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This scarf took a second look.  At first, I was unimpressed; I’m not a big fan of such literal prints.  But as soon as my boss said something about its nautical characteristics, I had to turn around and re-think my initial dismissal.

The pink chain print is just ironic enough to work for me.  The colors are great, because they’re both faded, and the simplicity of the combination keeps the scarf from looking too high-maintenance, too attention-grabbing.

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Texture-wise, the Chain Bobstay will transition well from winter to Spring to summer, and back again, so there are a ton of opportunities to use this as a punch of pattern in your wardrobe.

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I think what makes this scarf work is the irony.  Nautical irony, if you will, which I’m not sure existed before I started writing about this scarf, but I can assure you it exists now.

It’s no “nautical-themed pashmina afghan,” but it certainly has the same appeal, but in a more adaptable color scheme.  Call me crazy for integrating color into my wardrobe, but I can totally see this over a navy and white striped t-shirt, skinny jeans, and a green vintage jacket.

Yeah, green.  And it looks awesome inmymind.

What do we think?  Is the chain print workable?  I’m digging it.

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March 5th, 2010

Weekly Blogosphere Roundup

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March!  Hey, everyone, Spring’s almost here.  Thank. Goodness.  I am almost as excited about the arrival of warmer weather as I am about Land Rovers.

…That’s ridiculous.

But I am really excited about it.

So what’s happening?  I feel like this was a pretty uneventful week.  Other than my discovery of everyone’s new favorite chipmunk, Justin Bieber (I actually just typed “Beaver,” as I can’t get past saying his name like that), nothing was all that monumental.

Wook at the widdle guy.  He’s saying, “Let’s go skateboarding and talk about stuff that’s awesome.”  That’s what he’s saying.

I did come across the most recent Urban Outfitters catalogue, which was life-changing, though that is expected.  It turns out, they’re actually starting a bridal line soon.

Should be interesting, considering wedding dresses are usually, like…fancy.  BUT I’m excited for their take on “bridal.”  Their take on “catalogue” and “fashion photography” blew me away, so I am certain I will love whatever they show.

Speaking of shows, there are more than a few designers who push some crazy stuff down the runway, and Gareth Pugh is very much one of the pushers.  However, his ready-to-wear collection for Fall 2010 contained some pieces that are almost ready-to-wear, which is something that was certainly not foreseen.

For example, how do you feel about a leather scarf?  Practical and totally comfortable-looking, no?  Hey, thanks, Pugh.  I think I’m just gonna stick with cotton.  And pashmina.  I’m just gonna stick with that.

“Stick.”  Stick reminds me of cling, which reminds me of a reeeally ballin’ outfit I saw this week.  Rihanna. Is. Daring. It’s like the greatest hodgepodge of current  trends I’ve ever seen.  Turquoise, strong shoulders, jumpsuit, skinny leg, and flying squirrel wings.  I don’t know how they did it.  But they have achieved FASHION GOLD.

Or fashion turquoise.  Whatever.  It’s Rihanna.

So a friend was telling me they were tagged as someone who wasn’t them on facebook recently.  And that’s not a big deal if the person you were confused with is, you know, attractive.  Turns out, that happens with Lady Gaga, too.  I wonder if she knows Paris Hilton has been stealing her clothes and having Gaga/Bryanboy dress-up time.  In a bikini.  Outside.  I hate Californians.

BYTHEWAYLOOKATTHIS. Peace!

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March 4th, 2010

Celeb Style: Demi Lovato’s Scarf Style

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Literally spotted (I crack myself up), Disney Channel star Demi Lovato strutted her stuff in a chic leopard print wrap . (I’m telling you, the leopard is everywhere!) Whether draped long or looped around the neck, this haute look is easy to wear, and even more easy to afford  at $16.11.

With spring just around the corner, our Leopard Print Wrap is perfect if you are in need of a cover-up for a bit of warmth, but still want a  light look and feel.  In three amazing shades of pink, black and brown, the Leopard Print Wrap is an easy and affordable way to let out the animal in you.leopard print scarf demi lovato style disneyPhoto credit: Couturelikeme.wordpress.com

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March 3rd, 2010

Spring and Summer Scarves

Let’s give a big welcome to Ina from My Vogue, a fantastic website that reviews affordable clothing and gives you great tips for putting together that perfect outfit. In this post she gives us her take on wearing scarves in the warmer months – don’t worry, you don’t have to leave your favorite accessory behind!

Have you always thought about scarves as winter accessories only? Well, let me tell you, there is no need to put your stylish scarves away once the cold months are over. Believe it or not, with a little imagination, you can wear your favorite fashion accessory all year round, even during the hot summer. Of course, I am not saying to wrap yourself into a thick knitted shawl when it is 100 degrees outside! Instead, there are beautiful pieces made of cotton, silk, or other light material. The Affordable Scarves boutique has a very nice “summer collection.” Once you pick your favorite scarf from there, go ahead and read these top 5 tips on how to wear it during hot months:

  1. Be stylish – name the most sophisticated and classy fashion accessory??? A scarf! Seriously, that is an absolute necessity in every business look – a silk scarf completing an elegant suit, that’s classy. A cotton scarf matched with a casual outfit will make it fashionable and stylish.
  2. Be creative – a scarf is not only a “neck accessory.” That’s right – why not use it as a kerchief or a belt? My favorite pool outfit in the summer is a light dress, flip flops, sunglasses, and a scarf wrapped around the head – it looks funky and different, plus it protects the hair from the strong sun. Try it out this season – it’s really fun! Accessorizing a linen dress with a scarf instead of heavy leather belt is also a very smart move – it looks much more gentle and feminine. Plus, this way the outfit will be very interesting every time you put on a different scarf.
  3. Be sophisticated - matching colors when creating a fashionable look is very important. For example, I always try to match shoes + purse + belt. Sometimes it’s not possible, though. No matter how hard I looked, I just couldn’t find the same pink suede handbag as the fabulous Italian pumps I bought an year ago. Instead I found the same color scarf! So my way of being sophisticated when I want to wear those suede heels is to combine them with my favorite pink linen scarf and black purse.
  4. Be fashionable - all these different trends every year are a little overwhelming, aren’t they? Not everybody can afford to buy new sets of clothes every season just to be up on the latest fashion. It is much easier and cheaper to buy one or two trendy scarves. Keep in mind at the Affordable Scarves online store you will find all the fashion trends – animal prints, florals, embellishments, metallics, stripes, etc. What else do you need to call yourself a fashionista?
  5. Be comfy and warm – no, I didn’t forget Iwas talking about summer months. However, even in the hottest months I am freezing in the office, at malls, and in all kinds of enclosed areas where the air conditioner is set on 55 degrees when outside it is 90 – you know that’s not healthy at all, right? And in states like Texas where the summer is unbearably hot, most of the time we are inside (unless we’re in the pool) so I always like to have something cozy to keep me warm. Why not a light sweater or a beautiful trendy scarf???
Being fashionable or having your own unique style is not hard at all – even one little thing like wearing a cute scarf during the spring/summer season can accomplish that!
My favorite light pieces from Affordable Scarves are:

And because I wanted to show you how beautiful and sophisticated it can look to combine scarves with spring/summer clothes, I matched two outfits on looklet.com.

Thanks, Ina, for giving us some great ideas on how to wear scarves all year long! To check out some of our latest warm-weather accessories, be sure to visit the Affordable Scarves Spring and Summer pages!

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March 2nd, 2010

2010 Olympics Figure Skating Fashion, The Scarves they Should Have Worn

Sports-fanatic or not, it’s likely you tuned in to this year’s Winter Olympic games. Being a member of the latter group (my total apathy for sports is astounding), my interest in the event was peeked primarily by those games with some level of sartorial-stimulation.

Enter figure skating.

I was very much the girly-girl type of kid, and I’m still arrosed by a healthy dose little glitter and chiffon. In other words, I’d totally rock those saweet brightly-colored mini dresses with nude mesh cut-outs if it were socially accpetable. Can I get an Amen? …Anyone?

Anyway, watching these swan-like creatures perform throughout the past couple of weeks gave me the idea that their tiny ensembles needed something. What more fitting accessory is there for this chilli-weather sport than the scarf?

FIGURE-SKATING/pink cotton scarfU.S. skater Johnny Weir looks like a naughty Ken doll, or Ken’s flamboyant evil twin, perhaps? Either way, this strategetricly sliced bodysuit would look great with an extra touch of pink, no?

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dailymail.co.ukburberry tan plaid scarfAs Switzerland’s Anais Morand and Antoine Dorsaz show us, the name of the game in figure skating uniforms is coordination. This addition’s an obvious choice.

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Estonia Figure Skatingbrown plaid scarfAdhering to this idea of theme dressing, Italy’s Samuel Contesti’s assessorization could use a leetle more county flair. If farm life and Olympic figure skating don’t go hand in hand, then I don’t know what does. ……………………………………………………………………………………………..

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metallic silver blue ruffle scarfPang Qing and Tong Jian display the height — the height of fashion, that is. (I’ll be here all week.) Sticking with metallic touches, blue hues and ruffly flair, the scarf at right would put put the blue in red, white and blue. Oh, they’re from China? Just go with it.

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Photo credit: Daylife.com, Monstersandcritics.com, Dailymail.co.uk
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March 2nd, 2010

Current Contest Rundown

  1. Stop in and see Melinda at Melinda Joy and win one of two scarves of your choice. Ends 3/10.
  2. Judy from Style For Free is giving away FIVE scarves of FIVE lucky readers choices. Ends 3/5.
  3. Dee from Bella Savvy has a scarf of your choice to give away. Ends 3/20.
  4. Annette at Fairy Blog Mother is giving away two scarves of your choice. Ends 3/11.
  5. Drop in and see Angie at My Four Monkeys and win a scarf of your choice from Affordable Scarves. Ends 3/15.
  6. Susannah from The Funky Monkey is giving away a $25 gift card to Affordable Scarves. Ends 3/6.
  7. Visit Alexa from Jae Bum Fan Girl and win a scarf of your choice. Ends 3/6.
  8. Shelley from Canadian Product Reviews is giving away a $20 gift card to Affordable Scarves. Ends 3/14.

Have  a great week Affordable Scarves Shoppers!

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March 1st, 2010

New Merch Monday: Cecilia Vintage Plaid Scarf

Vintage = Goodness.  Well, that’s my motto anyway.

With this mantra in mind I’m happy to introduce the Cecilia Vintage Plaid Scarf — an easy way to attempt that country-girl-at-heart look, while still maintaining a modern and trendy edge.  This scarf is available in three main shades (creamy ivory, dark brown, and purple/grey), each with its own blend of colorful threads, creating a distinct look ready for a variety of pairings.  For a feminine look, the dark brown or purple grey versions of this scarf are ideal — as they offer colorful shots of pink, blue, and green.  Vintage-looking holes and a one inch fringe give the scarf a delightfully worn feel.
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Don’t think you’re a fan of the ol’ Hick Town America vibe?  Never say never. I didn’t realize my own latent love of plaid until my little sister gave me one of those plaid button-down shirts for my birthday.  Let’s just say it’s a keeper.

Another great thing about plaid is that it never really goes out of style.  It may have its moments in and out of the spotlight, but it still remains a distinct part of American culture, and probably always will.

Now that I have you converted, let’s get down to the ensemble possibilities. Although the Cecilia Vintage Plaid Scarf can be paired with almost anything, its best friends are simple in character: your favorite pair of jeans, a solid v-neck tee, and wavy hair.  Easy breezy, right?

All in all, the Cecilia Vintage Plaid Scarf is perfect for adding a finishing touch to a less than exciting outfit.  Now brace yourself, I am about to reveal the best part of this whole ordeal.  You can purchase this plaid pretty for only $15.26!

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February 26th, 2010

Weekly Blogosphere Roundup

‘Allo Chap!

That means “hello” in British. Why greet you in this native tongue? Because the well-heeled style crowd has turned it’s attention to London Fashion Week, of course. I’ve spent many a late night perusing the collections and I was a bit alarmed in coming across that of Blumarine.

We can only hope that no zebra’s were in harmed in the making of those garments. I can assure you, grabbing a look-a-like from a store I know would be sure-fire way to steer clear of this worry.

Moving on.

Discovery. Ever wonder how those lithe ladies prancing down the runway got their start? Night Watch snagged an exclusive interview with 16-year-old model, Carla Zapffe, which might help clarify this mystique.

Bun in Oven. One of the less terrifying — or perhaps more terrifying depending upon one’s pain tolerance — conundrums regarding pregnancy is deciphering how to adjust one’s dressing. Kristen of Idiosyncratic Style provides an extensive “guide to non-matronly maternity style” this week. How did she do, moms?

I’ll take that. I’m mildly obsessed with Ebay and I love the one-of-a-kind quality that comes with most Ebay purchases. (I’m very selfish, you see.) I was thus thrilled to find Diana’s “10 tips for shopping on Ebay.” Number seven is particularly astute, IMHO, because aside from being selfish, I’m also severly competitive. And many-a-time, this drive to win has costed me plenty o’ pretty pennies.

And last but not least, I want to share some eye candy from my trip to NYC last week for the Fashion Blogger community Evolving Influence event. We donated scarves for the event’s attendee gift bags and the lovely Julia of Fashion Pulse Daily was kind enough to pass along these circle scarf-liscous pre-party pics. See my own party pics here.

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I’ll leave you with this beaut I snapped, featuring Star von Bunny and the illustrious Bryan Boy. This kid is everywhere. You’ll probably run into him somewhere this weekend. Let us know when you do.

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February 25th, 2010

Celeb Style: Jessica Szohr of Gossip Girl’s Scarf

Jessica Szohr undoubetly displays a knack for fashion both on and off screen.  Here, the Gossip Girl star is sporting a chunky knit circle scarf, the perfect pop to an androgynous blazer.

And surprise, surprise–we’ve got an affordable way to pull off this very look! The Carissa Knit Circle Scarf, made to look like a family hierloom, provides its wearers with both comfort and style, and, as always, is priced extremely affordably ($13.69).  This fun look is available in pink, green, black, and multi–each shade with its own unique blend of hues.  All in all, this picture perfect look is a colorful way to brighten up both your day and your wardrobe!Photo credit: Lifeandstylemag.com

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