Back to School: Nails!

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Whenever I was bored at school I would stare at my nail polish (beginning signs of an addict!) and my teachers would think that I was reading whatever was on my desk, win win!  While I am not encouraging students to not pay attention in class ;) I'm simply saying that if you were to get bored at school these would be some awfully pretty colors to look at.

Bright colors like these will nicely go with any outfit and the instant pop of color will make you feel like you're out at the beach enjoying the summertime instead of stuck in a classroom.  There is a range of prices in the little collage above, something for everyone I like to think, the prices range from $4 at the drugstore to $20 at a department store.

Award for the cutest name goes to Essie with 'Bikini So Teeny', you can't get anymore summery than that!

This series has flown by, this is officially the last post so....here's to wishing you a great school year!

Back to School: Essentials

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 Colorful notebooks, fun pens, and a cute planner are the only things that get me through school. If you've noticed I've mentioned bright colorful items in practically every post, I figure if you have to go to school you might as well make it as fun as you possibly can.

 I really like the look of the notebooks in the lower left corner, they'd be cute to have one for each class and when you line them up on your desk it'd be like a bright colorful rainbow. The printed file folders are great too, I like to assign one to each class and you can fill them with all the necessary forms and hand outs.

 Pencils really aren't my thing, I think my handwriting is a lot nicer in pen. These Pilot pens are some of my favorite because the ink comes out nice and smooth. Black is great for taking notes (although I like to color code and highlight things) and I use the colorful ones to fill in my planner after I assign a color to each class.


This series is quickly coming to a close, but you know I saved the best for last...nails!

Back to School: Hair & Beauty

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 Let's be honest here, if you had an extra 10 minutes in the morning would you rather spend it getting ready or sleeping in? I'd pick sleeping in over doing my makeup any day, getting out of bed in the morning is the by far the worst part of my day. So to speed up the whole getting ready process I've picked out some of my favorite beauty items.

 For your school makeup it's best to keep it simple. I like liquid foundation to give your skin a nice even color, good concealer to hide those dark circles you have from staying up too late studying ;), a simple eyeshadow color to wash over your entire lid, liquid eyeliner to make you look more awake, and mascara to accentuate your lashes and open your eyes up. Revlon lip butters are great for everyday use because they give your lips a tint but moisturize them at the same time, two in one!

 I like to curl my hair but I can't always spare the 30 minutes, so a nice simple solution is a hairband (bring out your inner Blair Waldorf). Cute bobby pins, hair bows, or plain ole' plastic clips do the trick as well, I use anything to get my hair out of my face. It's always fun to have brightly colored hair ties in your bag as well, and these are my favorite.

Next up is essentials!

Back to School: Tops

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 Personally I like to keep my outfits pretty plain and simple when it comes to going to school. Tops like a plain v-neck or tank are great because you can dress it up with either a statement necklace or a dainty necklace and look pulled together without being too dressy.

 Another one of my favorites are breezy tank tops that are somewhat sheer. These are super easy to throw on with a cami underneath and if it gets colder you can add on a cardigan. The lightweight material means that you won't get hot sitting in a classroom and with these types of tops you don't have to worry about accumulating wrinkles throughout the day.

 My last option are button down shirts, ones especially like the coral colored 'Blythe' top from J.Crew. These might be more for young adults but they can easily be dressed down if you unbutton a few buttons and tuck it into a great denim bottom.

 Hopefully this post helped give you some ideas for school appropriate outfits, any of these tops will make you look cute without looking like you're trying too hard. Next up in this series is...hair & makeup!

Back to School: Bottoms

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 Transitioning into the fashion of going back to school I decided to split it up into 2 posts. Instead of doing back to school outfits I decided to pick out some bottoms and tops that could be mixed and matched, after all most students don't have the budget to blow on a piece only meant for a certain outfit. I figured it would be easier for everyone involved this way, hope it's okay!

 Picking out jeans for school can be tricky, they need to be lightweight so you don't get hot sitting in a classroom and you want them to be nice and structured but comfy at the same time. This is precisely why jeggings are perfect. They look like denim but are thin like leggings, they stretch to keep you comfy, and they go with just about any top in your wardrobe. I also like these white jeans (they'll look great with your summer tan!), as well as these rolled jeans which give a laid-back vibe without being capris.

Shorts are a great alternative to jeans, especially if the weather is still hot out. The mint green ones are right on trend, the khaki colored chinos are a great staple to have, but the dark distressed denim pair are my favorite.  
Back to school tops are up next!

Back to School: Backpacks

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 Time for back to school, and everyone knows what that means...BACK TO SCHOOL SHOPPING! I know, I know everyone is dreading heading back to the classroom and hitting the books again come August but let's ease the transition back into academia with some cute accessories! This little collage of my favorite new school bags should be perfect for anyone of any age.

 Colorful backpacks are great for a teenager looking for a fabulous way to dress up essentials while a sleek tote bag is ideal for a college student or young adult who needs something that is functional and fashionable.

 My personal favorites are the Longchamp Le Pliage in 'Bilberry'(duh I did practically did a complete post about how much I'm in love with this bag), the functional good ole' Jansport backpack (I had a bubblegum pink one that I used for YEARS), and the trendy neon Marc Jacobs quilted tote (although you might have trouble convincing Mom that this one is just for "school" :) if you know what I mean).

Hopefully this little 'Back to School Series' is helpful...next up is bottoms, picking out jeans and shorts that are perfect for the classroom!