Create Your Own Swag

One of the newest trends this summer are convertible chain sunglasses. We have seen them on Rihanna and Amber Rose, and I am sure that their will be more sites of this recylced look to come this summer. Amber Rose wore a costly pair of vintage Chanel shades with wide frames and velvet intertwinded gold link chain.



Rihanna was spotted wearing Love/Hate convertible Chain glasses by Patricia Fields. This are more affordable than Chanel, but still pretty pricey for a trend. ( I do not reccomend splurging on trends unless you got it).

I really liked both of these looks, but I definetly did not have the funds to purchase either pair. I suggest that everyone get a little creative every once in a while, it will definetly save you in the long run. I went to Michael's and purchased a 18" gold link chain that was on sale for $3. I then took a pair of sunglass that I already owned from WetSeal ($5) with a similiar shape to the Love/Hate and hot glued the chain to the glasses. Total Cost, including the hot glue gun that I bought from the craft store: $14

You can't go wrong with anything under $20, especially when you are looking just like the stars!

Patricia Fields Love/Hate Convertible Chain Sunglasses $250

Paying Homage: Michael Jackson

Since the recent passing of the King of Pop, I have been feeling like a part of me and our culture is missing. Most of this is due to the high influence Michael Jackson had on music, culture, and most importantly FASHION. It seemed more than appropriate than to post style inspiration to the iconic star.

Michael Jackson was all about being bold. Using color, texture, and shape you can easily modernize a Michael Jackson inspired look.

Sequin, military inspired jacket with strong shoulders, and aviators, gloves, and his staple fedora all make the perfect MJ look. Working all of these items at the same time will be a MJ overload so take it one tribute at a time.

Here are a few Michael inspired items. Military buttons, sequins, and staple items like aviators, a fedora, and of course some gloves.

ASOS Military Bib Jacket $76.95
ASOS Military Detail Bandeau $17.10
Patricia Field Sparkly Sequin Visor $24
Patricia Field 5 finger half gloves $48
Patricia Field Sequin Legging $198
Forever 21 Aviators $6.80
Urban Outfitters Asymmetrical Straw Cloche $34

Ironically this season has been full of Michael Jackson inspired military jackets. Here are a few celebrities that have been spotted with the look.



















Balmain, who most recently dressed MJ, has many inspired looks with unique shoulder pads, military closures, and of course, sparkle!