Create Your Own Resort Collection

danielleuniverse — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 17:42:10 +0000

I’m thinking about something a little different today, hipikats. Can you guess what it is? If you guessed tropical vacation then you’re a super genius.

If you did not already know, designers often release “resort” collections aimed at people who go on vacation to warmer climates during the colder months. That being said, resort wear, like all designer clothing, is crazy expensive.

I thought it would be fun to create my own resort collection from more affordable pieces. Before, I begin though here are a few of my favorite resort collections for 2012:

Alice & Olivia

Barbara Bui

BCBG Max Azria

Christian Dior

A resort collection to me, should be a few things. First, it should tell a story. When you go on vacation you have a chance to create an experience and how you dress can influence your attitude and the things you do. Choose clothes that will exemplify the kind of vacation you want to have. For example, If you want to be jet-setter remember to include a floppy hat and plenty of sunglasses.Jet Setter Resort Collection by danielleuniverse featuring tote handbags

If you want to be bohemian then include plenty of bathing suits and flowy clothes.

Bohemian Resort Collection by danielleuniverse featuring flat shoes

Second, your clothes should be cohesive. Stick to a color palette and don’t skimp on the black, white, and nudes. That way you will have a lot of choices when getting dressed for the day because everything will match.

For my personal resort collection, I went for a comfortable chic and I tried to make it so many of the pieces could be mixed and matched.

My Resort collection 2012 Poolside by danielleuniverse featuring h&m swimwear

My Resort Collection 2012 Day by danielleuniverse featuring boat deck shoes

My Resort Collection 2012 Night by danielleuniverse featuring a short pleated skirt

There you have it. What would your resort collection look like hipikats?

Showcase Blog Posts

danielleuniverse — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 03:14:04 +0000

My Favorite Posts:

Behind The Scenes Photos Rowan U BCL Fashion Show

Interview with Student Designer Twesh Chowdhury

On The Street at Rowan University – My Photos

Valentine’s Day Style

danielleuniverse — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 05:17:12 +0000

I guess I could say that there are two parts of my style. The first wants to dress for the occasion in a literal sense. Valentine’s Day merits red dresses and heart jewelry. The other part wants to just capture the essence. The day is about sweetness so light fabrics or skin baring trends would be appropriate. However you spin it, here is some V-Day fashion inspiration for you.

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Outfit Inspiration

danielleuniverse — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:56:39 +0000

A friend asked if I could help her out with some outfit ideas to wear with this shoe. I thought I would post it here so everyone can see. The shoe is Zigi Soho Priority Pump at DSW.

Here are my ideas:

Ankle Bootie Heaven

danielleuniverse — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 18:20:58 +0000

I’ve wanted a shoe like this ever since I saw a pair grace the feet of Rumi from Fashion Toast (Photo Cred goes to Rumi). Unfortunately, the observed rules of fashion are that anything amazing isn’t sold at a decent price until at least a year later. Now that said year is basically up, here are some affordable alternatives currently available:

1. DSW Coconuts Sammie $64.95

2. DSW SM Women’s Philip $89.95

3. ALDO Qualheim Booties $52.49

4. Go Jane Suede Cowboy Bootie $25.60

5. Go Jane Suede Chunky Heel $27.30

I hope this was helpful, hipikats. Check out my new tumblr when you’re done here!

Holiday Hiatus

danielleuniverse — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 15:46:23 +0000

I planned on spending a bit more time blogging now that I am a college graduate! What!? However, I had a bit of a busy schedule in the past few weeks so please forgive me. Only now is the realization beginning to set in that I am currently an unemployed graduate. (Also, my computer had a meltdown and refused to work until I wiped it clean and reinstalled.)

Anyway, Here is my promise to you of things to come:

Make Your Own Resort Collection
Dress Like Blair Waldorf
Bathing Suit Round Up
My Picks For Spring 2012

I also want to do more personal outfit posts. Hopefully I will get around to it!

Holiday Uniform 2011

danielleuniverse — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 05:37:23 +0000

Does Christmas style really ever change? There is red, green, and trusty black. Plus gold in it’s many forms is not only acceptable but encouraged. Dresses made of tulle, organza, velvet, and sequins are in abundance. But what about doing something a little differently this year? I give you your holiday uniform for 2011:

1. Plisse Shift Dress $32

2. Chunky Knit Cardigan SOLD OUT (similar $72)

3. Scallop Collar Blouse $34

4. Bold Flame Skirt $43

5. Black Skinny Jeans

6. Crochet Top (similar $20)

7. Black Pencil Skirt $36

8. Patent Leather Flats $49

9. Steve Madden Annie Wedge $50

10. Brown Knitted Scarf $31

11. Faux Fur Purse $17

12. Gold Shorts (similar $55)

13. Knit Cropped Top (similar $15 and $17)

Outfit #1: Out With Friends

Outfit #2: Shopping and Day Tripping

Outfit #3: Christmas Eve

Holidays 2011: Romantic by danielleuniverse featuring lace tops

I hope that sparks your imagination, hipikats.

Knock-Off Alert

danielleuniverse — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 02:27:12 +0000

These original beauties by Dolce Vita are being sold for about 190 dollars. The knock-offs are going for six times less on Go Jane. Behold:

The “Babette” Platform Shoes on Nasty Gal

The Metallic Trim Colorblock Platform on Go Jane

Personally, I was thinking about getting these coral and teal ones way before I saw the original pair on Nasty gal. Still considering it, they will be so perfect for vacation! (I’m planning on doing a big vacation post soon, promise.)

I hope you enjoyed this quick little aside, hipikats. I will be a graduate on Tuesday! How crazy is that?

Drool Worthy Shoes

danielleuniverse — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 05:56:19 +0000

If I haven’t made it perfectly clear already, I salivate over a good pair of shoes. It could be considered unhealthy, but I think it’s just a sign of good taste. With the holidays on the horizon I though I would bring you a number of shoes I have developed a craving for new and old. No commentary necessary since all of these shoes are my absolute favorites and I don’t own any of them

ASOS Ames Booties (No Longer Available)

ALDO Baisley Heels (Available Online Still)

BCBG Mendel Pony Hair Booties (Still Available Online)

Chanel Bowtie Heels (In My Dreams)

Chanel Booties Fall 2011 (In My Dreams)

Chanel Herringbone Boots

Dolce & Gabbana Fall 2010

Theyskens Theory Velvet Wedges

Cheetah Bang Bang Heel from Modcloth

Miu Miu Spring 2010

YSL Fall 2011

Jeffery Campbell Pixie Wedges (In Select Colors)

Jeffery Campbell Short Edge Wedges

Custom Painted Nebula Wedges (Order Here)

All Photos From Websites Where They are Sold, Sea of Shoes, and Fashion Toast

Topshop USA

danielleuniverse — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 02:12:52 +0000

Be still my heart. I know I am late on this one but…Topshop is available in the US. I’m already putting together my wishlist. Of course, the majority of them are dresses, but I am forbidding myself from buying any dresses until I’ve worn the ones I have already :/

Petite Star Dress

Petite Velvet Hem Tunic

Spot Velvet Flippy Dress

Garter Block Heel Mary Janes

Mary Jane Ribbon Shoes

Luxury Velvet Platform Sandals

Knitted Painted Fox Jumper

Hand Knitted Cable Cardigan

What would you buy, hipikats?