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Etsy shops you ought to know

Written by Karen Zapp. Posted in Accessories, Retailers

If you’re not already completely Etsy-obsessed, then brace yourself, because you will be after checking out our list of shops you ought to know. Nowadays, nothing is more chic than being unique, and these shops definitely know a thing or two about how to make you stand out from the crowd. So forget the monotony of mass-produced fast-fashion and grab your wallet because you won’t be able to resist the urge to buy out each of their entire assortments!


SHOES —–>

Yanger218

A decadently bedazzled shop of crystal and lace covered heels. You won’t be able to help but let your inner Paris Hilton out.

JEWELRY:

Modern Tribes

Geometric aluminum jewelry that’s perfect for minimalists who crave raw design.

<—– ECO-CHIC

Leanne Marshall

Eco-friendly without sacrificing style. If the name sounds familiar, you recognize her as the winner of Project Runway Season 5.

BEAUTY:

Aubrey Elizabeth Apothecary

Too cute to resist, this shop’s novelty soaps will fool you for the real thing. I’d bet their scrubs, lip tints and body whips are equally indulgent.

 

EYEWEAR —–>

Material Memorie

Anything but conventional, this shop offers eyewear worthy of Lady Gaga, or at least her little monsters.

 

<—– APPAREL

Norwegian Wood

Downtown eclecticism with a tribal edge, the clothing and accessories from this shop are perfect for anyone looking to make a statement.

 

VINTAGE:

Ainshent

Featuring pieces from the 1910s to the 1980s, this shop offers high glamour at prices you won’t believe. You’ll covet every piece.

HANDBAGS —–>

My Leather Bag

If you’re a fan of the sleek sophistication of Hermes or Michael Kors handbags, this shop is for you. Each and every handmade item is peerlessly timeless and classic.

 

 —Karen
All photos courtesy of corresponding Etsy shop
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How to: Old Hollywood Glamour

Written by Karen Zapp. Posted in Trends

 

Makeup: 

1. Apply foundation, concealer, blush and bronzer as you usually do, blending where necessary and adding a touch of highlighter to the cheekbones, brow bone and bridge of your nose.

2. Next, create a winged-eye with black liquid eyeliner. Lining only the top, apply along each lash line as usual, then take the index finger from your opposite hand and pull back and up slightly on the skin. Continue the line you started before, drawing about one-fourth of an inch toward the outer edge of your eyebrow. Repeat on the other eye.

3. Lightly apply brown shadow to the crease of your eye to add contour. Then dab a small amount of sheer white loose powder to the eyes’ inner corners.

4. Cover the entire area of your lips with a nude lip liner to prevent lipstick from bleeding and help it last all night long. Apply red lipstick in an appropriate shade for your complexion. If unsure, a safe bet is to choose a classic, rich deep red, or more simply, head over to your favorite beauty counter for an expert’s recommendation.

5. Finish it all off by applying volumizing mascara and filling in brows for a look that’s both polished and classic.

Bloggers do it better!

Written by Karen Zapp. Posted in Trends

Atlantic-Pacific

Name: Blair Eadie

Style: Ultra-femme with a sophisticated urban twist

Why you should follow: Hands down, Blair Eadie owns the wardrobe of your dreams, but more importantly, the way she puts each look together and reinterprets the way each piece can be worn over and over again make her a true style inspiration. Her look always makes a statement without ever being too outlandish. It’s easy to dissect how and why each outfit works, and while always unique, each one is distinctly Eadie. Follow her at atlantic-pacific.blogspot.com.

 

The Man Repeller

Name: Leandra Medine

Style: Quirky, high-fashioned, NOT boyfriend approved

Why you should follow: Leandra Medine dresses for herself without apologies. She recognizes the fact that her out of the ordinary look is attention grabbing and leaves men scratching their heads in confusion. Although you may not want to look to her style for date night inspiration, her ability to layer and pull off the runway’s most difficult trends makes her blog a must read. Her style has grabbed the attention of major fashion magazines like Harper’s BAZAAR and Marie Claire. Follow her at manrepeller.com.