Jessica Simpson Shoes.

What's the first thing you think of when you hear the name Jessica Simpson? My thoughts are blonde and I suddenly have a craving for tuna (or is it chicken)? Jessica Simpson has created an image for herself as "America's dumb blonde." Fortunatley for her, she has a second career to fall back on.
While I was walking through Belk the other day I crossed a rack that had shoes of all styles to my liking. To my surprise, when I decided to look at the designer, it was Jessica Simpson. There was not a pair of shoes that I didn't absolutely need to have! From her formal shoes to her everyday boots and booties there wasn't anything I wasn't already making a plan in my head on how to get them in my closet. The price range was very affordable too! $60 to $200. Some may say that's a little pricey, but given the quality of her shoes, the price points are very good.
After running into these shoes at Belk, I HAD to go online to look at more and of course there are a lot more of a variety and all so consistently great! If you are looking for a very trendy, stylish show for any occasion, don't overlook Jessica Simpson. I promise you-you will not be disappointed.

Scarves, Scarves and More Scarves!!!

Ooooooh scarves. They are a most desired accessory. You can ALWAYS jazz up an outfit with a scarf-the "all season accessory" as I like to call it. Wear a heavy one in the winter and a light weight one in the summer. You may think you look like the most boring person in the world, but add a scarf to your ensemble and POOF you are a dignified fashion diva!
Scarves have been around for centuries. It may possibly be one of the oldest accessories around! Their ever changing possibilities makes them desired by any culture or subculture. From classic to punk they are the ultimate accessory!

Where'd You Get That Hat?

Where'd You Get That Hat is an amazing store located in Lake Placid, NY. It is by far my most favorite store in the world! It carries a wide variety of hats ranging from little kid joker hats to funky, unique, artistic, beautiful hats. Not only is this store single handedly responsible for my passion for hats, but the owner of this store (and even though she may never know) is responsible for my love of fashion. I'm not kidding, if this lady walked into a room you couldn't help but stare. She is BEAUTIFUL! Oh, and her style is impeccable.
Along with hats, she offers an awesome selection of shoes. And when I say shoes, I don't mean shoes that you will expect to find at any old shoe store. I mean awesome platform, high heeled, funky as hell shoes!
Now, those who aren't familiar with Lake Placid, it is a small but quaint town in the Adirondack Mountains. If you ever get a chance to go there I insist that you do. Not only will you be missing out on an amazing scene but, HELLO you won't be able to go to this store. It is the only one in the world, and it's success is HUGE. I'm serious, google it. Trust me, it might change your life...it did mine.

blu magazine

Have you ever seen something and thought to yourself, "gee I would love to be a part of that." Well in my case that happened two days ago when I came across an issue of blu. blu is an independent magazine in Charlotte, NC and has already released 4 issues! The budding of this magazine is endless. Being that Charlotte is one of the fastest growing cities in our country right now, with an emphasis on art and culture, this magazine is sure to be a hit!
While I just discovered a little trendy consignment shop named Hong Kong (also a very awe-inspiring spot), I also discovered this magazine. It was as if it was a calling. I had just got off the phone with my boyfriend, in one of those "I don't know what to do with my life" conversations when this happened. You know, it's funny that these things happen just when you need them. The light in my head lit up and I told my self, "Alisa, you HAVE to get in with this magazine!" The art, the fashion, the music, and street culture of Charlotte that is portrayed in this magazine is everything I feel passionate about. Even the layouts, design and image of this magazine is some thing I would most definitely love to be a part of. The only problem is, I am still a student at The Art Institute of Charlotte with about 8 months to go. Still, this does not rule out the possibility of an internship, right? Who knows, maybe because they are a small infant magazine they wouldn't mind taking in the extra help. Oh and did I mention it would be free? I can only hope (and be persistent) and maybe make my vision become reality. It's like my father always told me, "the squeaky wheel will always get the grease." Let's hope he's right in my case.