LA Standards Style Tip

Entirely Metallic

 We are in love with this entirely metallic look. This blue-green overlay foil finishing and pants in the same tone take off the heaviness which is THE challenge for any metallic lover when putting together a trendy look. The wide open back is simply sexy, if you'd know what I mean...It's almost healthy. Maybe an idea to master the look while this unexpectedly cool summer lasts.

LA Standards Impression

90s is the Retro Summer Dream.

A flower girl. 

Pink Flamingo Can Steal the Spotlight

Watermelon + Star Spangled Bras = I own this summer and you know it!

http://www.lastandards.com/

"We Can't Stop"... We Say Miley Got It Right!

Miley Cyrus's new song "We Can't Stop" has been a huge shocker for good percentage of the world population. She's been or done some scandalist gestures in the past but wow,,, this time, she seems fully ready to be scandalize. Well we get it. The innocent little sweet heart on Disney channel is growing out of the old frame. Despite the criticisms (all over the web!),,, We agree that there are things she certainly got right!(as far as her style goes.) She totally gets 90s vibe that is grungy and teen-spirited. It's full of attitude, yet very catchy and hard to ignore.

First of all, we love all the trendy Funky-Gore-Grungy-Cuteness:

Her Swaggin Style Details:
Fishnet and beanie, Glittery gold nails and jewels, Cropped tee w/verbiage & metallic platform shoes, and all whites!

Despite the everything negative about her new song, the music video has got all things trendy this summer! Come on, can't hate it =]....

Give Your Tee A Modern Take

Chic, Bold, Fun Graphic T's for Summer2013

When you think of graphic tees, I think we all agree to imagine some screen logo tee that sits in the unknown place of your closet that only gets its chance of becoming your possible PJs. Worse yet, are they from some random 5k run you recently participated in?----Either way, we often think of T-shirts as some unessential wardrobe staples that no one has ever really known how to style them nor had anybody even tried. Is it the silhouette? or is it the fact that most of them have thoughtlessly placed logo/verbiage that make them unwearable other than with a pair of jeans? 

Well, fear no more! and it's time to embrace the modernized version of graphic tee in its entirety because graphic tees' are definitely happening in many forms! Think outside of the image of traditional t-shirt silhouette. This hottest and one of the most comfortable piece of garment has been evolved into something that possess strong statements and style.-------and let me tell you, it's not just for someone with an edge, but I assure you'll find a perfect statement piece that suits your exact style!

See some amazing interpretation of these mighty tees. From edgy to soft and feminine, and funky to geeky, kawaii style seekers, master this must have summer item with your own take in it. 

                 

Ultimate city gal casual. Put it together with a caviar pleaded skirt or a throw on a tailored blazer to tidy up a traditional tee&shorts look. Complete the urban chic look with a statement accessory----- Neon yellow clutch&heels.

                 

Cropped tee is one of the hottest body of the season. It seriously does not have to be only for a die-hard ravers or summer festival goers. Wearing a cropped tee automatically adds an edge to the style so the key is to sand down the edge just enough to keep it classy. Midi/pencil skirts are a perfect choice. Their high waste covers up a good portion of your torso while a slightly revealed skin give irresistible kick to the whole look. Tone it down by using black pieces.-----There goes the most wearable outfit from day to night. 
           

   

Feel the ocean breeze with oversized tees. This is the southland chic's staple look under the sun. Washed denim shorts with studded tee is literally the style we take our pride here in So-Cal. Nonetheless, trendy drawstring shorts/pants are also a great choice for this season. Put it together with a pair of heels for a complete sweetheart look.

                      

Did they find those tees from their dad's old drawers? Their retro (should we simply call it old?) tees are by itself, so outdated and geeky, but with their pleaded skirts and varsity jackets, an amazing fashion item. We fell in love with their creativity in giving these tee a new life! Their look has a perfect balance of geeky&cute spices. 

                             

                             

                           

                             

Traditional verbiage, numbers, and logos have also come back to steel the light of the season. So don't be shy to pull out those miscellaneous logo tees that has been in a deep sleep in your closet for who knows how long. The right bottoms and accessories will do the rest of the work here. Key is to wear them with something that is completely out of the ordinary. (i.e. logo tee w/tailored trousers.) 

LA Standards features LA's local brands which often include a collection of graphic T's. These brands' passion for tees and their modern spins are truly the one of a kind creation. 

Check them out: http://www.lastandards.com/losangelescollection.html
                               https://narvaloclothing.3dcartstores.com/
                               http://www.etsy.com/shop/NarvaloClothing?ref=seller_info

Summer Eye Make-up -Silver Age-

Summer make up tip by gorgeous-stacy featuring a waterproof mascara

Viva La Diva glitter eyeshadow
$7.61 - nelly.com

Armani Beauty waterproof eye shadow
barneys.com

Bare escentual
bareescentuals.com

Lancôme waterproof mascara
bloomingdales.com

Stila liquid eyeliner
beauty.com



Once I wrote about metallic lips as it look for the summer. Much like the metallic gold foil, metallic silver gives a dazzling and cooling look in a hot summer night on town.

Key Application: 
1. Use a fan shaped brush to spread outward on your eyelids to create a dramatic and eye-defining shade.
2. Create a bold eye line to define the eye shape.
3. Match the look with a simple hair and lip color to keep the well-balanced look.
4. Whatever the occasion is, the best outfit choice is to keep it simple in its color(s) and silhouette.

Remember! This stunning look has such an impact on your whole look, so you don't want to overwhelm it by adding too much to it.

Master this rule,  and you'll rock this signature look!

Trendy Patterns

When shopping for a summer dress, what are your focus? The silhouette? or colors? type of fabric? (maybe depending on the climate.) but this season, focusing on the patterns is ever more important and doing so will make your shopping way more fun. The 3 key patterns of the season's are here...

Dresses, pants, tops, purses,,, you name it. Enjoy these prints this season. Unlike the real traditional textile, these beautiful patterns are printed in pastel color scheme, trendy black&white, and bold statement color scheme, making those items more wearable. Take a look at some of these prints found on the street.

 Aztec inspired prints in pastel color scheme looking very classy with a black top and hat.

 More traditional color scheme and silhouette, but when worn together with a platform sandals, it makes  a perfect boho look.

 If you are looking for a sense of lux, black&white is the way to go.

Voila! a drawstring pants or midi skirt with a clean-cut shirt = an ultimate stylish business casual.

Bold colors and patterns are always good for statement looks. If you are an adventurous fashionista, don't be afraid to throw on on of these bold patterns into your daily look. Extraordinary looks come from unexpected thoughts.