Happy Halloween {& an update}!

I hope all of you enjoy my favorite holiday, have fun, stay safe and don’t overdose on sugary goodness.

A quick little note if you don’t follow my fan page on Facebook (if you don’t, remedy that please): I will have to step away from the blog for about 3 months starting tomorrow. Something came up that needs my undivided attention, so unfortunately, the blog is going to have to take a backseat until then. Good news is, I will still be posting, but I will be limiting those posts to about once a week. I’ve asked some friends and fellow bloggers to please contribute whenever they can so that the blog does not remain too stagnant. If you are interested in participating, definitely let me know!

The IT List!

  • Rachel’s Look Book thinks beyond the khakis for an adorable golf outing look! The cutest one on the course for sure! (find Rachel’s Look Book on Twitter!)
  • Melificent shows us her favorite nail polish color to add a pep to her step! Head over to see which bright she is gushing over! (find Melificent on Twitter!)
  • Crazy Style Love pairs sequins and suede for a luxe combination ready for day or night! So fun! (find Crazy Style Love on Twitter!)
  • Sigh…Gush…Gasp brings extreme couponing to the fashion world and is sporting an outfit that cost her less than $10! Impressive!  (find Sigh…Gush…Gasp on Twitter!)
  • A Fashion Fixation mixes things up with varying hues of blue! A monochromatic look that is perfect for summer! (find A Fashion Fixation on Twitter!)
  • High Heeled Style is sporting red white and blue to extend her patriotism beyond the forth! Don’t miss her fabulous shoes! (find High Heeled Style on Twitter!)
  • Ash ‘N’ Fashn is rocking a flower headband for a boho fairy vibe that is straight out of the 70’s. Seriously cute! (find Ash N’ Fashn on Twitter!)
  • Pink Margarita Pearl has been doing some bargain shopping and shows us her latest find! Pop over to see her amazing deal!
  • Urban Frill is looking ladylike in pink and green and discovering the true meaning to the saying “beauty is pain!” (find Urban Frill on Twitter!)
  • Here & Now upgraded her usual white shirt for a peplum tank! Perfect for a more polished summer BBQ outfit! (find Here & Now on Twitter!)
  • Fabulously Average is in love with her new top – sheer, metallic and peplum makes for an amazing ladies’ night look! (find Fabulously Average on Twitter!)
  • Runaway Style declared her love for polka dots with a flowy blouse! You’ll never guess where she found it!
  • Second Street East found some of her “vintage” F21 pieces while moving and shows us that even those can make it through the years! (find Second Street East on Twitter!)
  • Sweetie Pie Style shares her tips and tricks for styling the newly popular denim vest! Head over to see what she pairs it with! (find Sweetie Pie Style on Twitter!)
the IT list is brought to you weekly by Jill of Good Life and edited by Michelle of Second St. East.
For more information on how you can be involved – click here

The IT List

  • One Hundred Inspirations puts together an amazing summer wedding look inspired by Kate Middleton – all for under $160! A must see!
  • Diva in Me combats the monday blues with a gorgeous yellow and white dress she collaborated on with a friend! So talented! (find Diva in Me on Twitter!)
  • Olive and an Arrow mixed and matched her way to an adorable summer outfit! Checks and floral were meant to be! (find Olive and an Arrow on Twitter!)
  • Rachel’s Look Book shows us her international style on a recent trip to Dublin. Hint – it’s fabulously edgy! (find Rachel’s Look Book on Twitter!)
  • Melificent is feeling happy in her good mood outfit! So much so that she even brought out the bubbles! So fun! (find Melificent on Twitter!
  • Crazy Style Love shares her simple formula for taking any outfit from day to night! Head over to find out how and see her cute look! (find Crazy Style Love on Twitter!)
  • Sigh…Gush…Gasp looks polished for weekend errands in a blazer and jeans – and you’ll never believe what she paid for her top!! (find Sigh…Gush…Gasp on Twitter!)
  • A Fashion Fixation found the perfect polka dot scarf – it’s long and goes with everything! Pop over to see where she bought it! (find A Fashion Fixation on Twitter!)
  • High Heeled Style has jumped on the chambray wagon! And what better to pair it with than white skinny jeans and a pair of fabulous heels?! (find High Heeled Style on Twitter!)
  • Ash ‘N’ Fashn pairs denim and lace for a look that’s perfect for any date night or party! So cute! (find Ash N’ Fashn on Twitter!)
  • Pink Margarita Pearl takes us through three ways to style a skinny cowl top! It’s impossible to choose a favorite!
  • Urban Frill is trying out a new way to style her pencil skirts! Pop over to find out why untucked is better! (find Urban Frill on Twitter!)
  • Here & Now cools off in an adorable pansy print sun dress! Paired with sleek silver accessories, she is ready for the heat! (find Here & Now on Twitter!)
  • Second Street East finds inspiration for a bedroom design from her latest casual weekend outfit! Head over to check out the room AND outfit! (find Second Street East on Twitter!)
the IT list is brought to you weekly by Jill of Good Life and edited by Michelle of Second St. East.
For more information on how you can be involved – click here

The IT List!

  • Sweetie Pie Style shows us how to pair lemon and lime pieces for a bold, vibrant look! Head over to see her top picks!  (find Sweetie Pie Style on Twitter!)
  • A Fashion Fixation is channeling her 70s vibe in a vintage inspired outfit! Wide leg jeans and a flowy top? So Chic!  (find A Fashion Fixation on Twitter!)
  • Urban Frill is beating the heat in her patterned mini and airy top – the perfect outfit for an outdoor summer concert! Cute!
  • Sandy a la Mode is getting twice the use out of her maxi skirt by making it a dress – and it has a beach scene on it! What more could you want?! (find Sandy a la Mode on Twitter!)
  • The Fashionable ESQ found tons of sassy snake inspired accessories that will add a punch to any outfit! Just call her a snake charmer! (find The Fashionable ESQ on Twitter!)
  • Northern Style Exposure dresses down a lace dress with a safari-worthy jacket! Head over to see how she layers her way to casual chic! (find Northern Style on Twitter!)
  • Miss Top Ten Image looks back to some of her favorite looks from 2011! Pop over for tons of eye candy and to see how her style has evolved! (find Miss Top Ten Image on Twitter!)
  • Here & Now shows us how to look cute in tennis shoes! Throw them on with a dress and hair scarf and you are ready for weekend errands! (find Here & Now on Twitter!)
  • Diva in Me pairs an oversized clutch with a printed dress for a look that is perfect for a night out on the town! Love! (find Diva in Me on Twitter!)
  • Olive and an Arrow shows us her preppy side in a look that could be straight out of Clueless! Totally fab! (find Olive and an Arrow on Twitter!)
  • Melificent wears an adorable nautical outfit for an impromptu getaway in the Florida Keys! Swoon! (find Melificent on Twitter!
  • Crazy Style Love has an eye for eyelet in this black and gold ensemble! And her belt? A must have!
  • Sigh…Gush…Gasp rocks the neon look on a budget! Head over to see where she found her adorable dress for an incredible price! (find Sigh…Gush…Gasp on Twitter!)
  • High Heeled Style goes full on pattern in an adorable wrap dress that is perfect for a day at the office. Best news? It’s easy to style since it’s the statement piece! (find High Heeled Style on Twitter!)
  • Second Street East is sharing some big news and a sneak peek of a recent photo shoot she did! Pop over to find out what she has been up to! (find Second Street East on Twitter!)
the IT list is brought to you weekly by Jill of Good Life and edited by Michelle of Second St. East.
For more information on how you can be involved – click here!

The IT List!

 

  • Sweetie Pie Style shows us that black and blue really do go together! Such a cute look for date night! (find Sweetie Pie Style on Twitter!)
  • A Fashion Fixation looks positively radiant in her day-glow hues! Head over to find out her tip for seamlessly adding this look into your wardrobe! (find A Fashion Fixation on Twitter!)
  • Urban Frill has found a summer layering piece to replace the jean jacket! Pop over to see what warm weather essential she is sporting!
  • Sandy a la Mode looks adorable in her floppy summer hat! It is the perfect accessory to elevate any look! (find Sandy a la Mode on Twitter!)
  • The Fashionable ESQ is breaking the bank with her current wish list! It’s good for a girl to dream every once in a while, right?! (find The Fashionable ESQ on Twitter!)
  • Seize the Styles is making a statement in her fun pencil skirt! Check out her tips for styling this bold choice! (find Seize the Styles on Twitter!)
  • Northern Style Exposure plays with brights in her whimsical sequin top! Paired with neutral accessories, it makes for an exciting every day look! (find Northern Style Exposure on Twitter!)
  • Miss Top Ten Image is channeling her favorite 50s movie stars and showing us her throwback style! So cute! (find Miss Top Ten Image on Twitter!)
  • Here & Now has a new favorite activity – cruising on her cute bike! Her outfit even matches it! So fun! (find Here & Now on Twitter!)
  • Diva in Me is sharing a little bit of her daily work life with us. Pop over to see her new clothing shop! Swoon! (find Diva in Me on Twitter!)
  • Olive and an Arrow is rockin’ the Texas Tuxedo! Paired with a bit of leopard and you have a sassy outfit ready for just about anything! (find Olive and an Arrow on Twitter!)
  • Melificent is keeping her mood in check by wearing bright stripes! Don’t forget to check out her shoes – they are killer! (find Melificent on Twitter!
  • Sigh…Gush…Gasp dresses up her jeans and blazer with a few colorful accessories! It’s all in the details! (find Sigh…Gush…Gasp on Twitter!)
  • Second Street East shares her favorite vacay outfit with us! Cute, comfortable and easy going is the name of the game! (find Second Street East on Twitter!)
the IT list is brought to you weekly by Jill of Good Life and edited by Michelle of Second St. East.
 For more information on how you can be involved – click here!

Two Babes instead of one hottie

Although there is no hump day hottie today (sniff), I wanted to share some other lovables. Mainly, that you should all check out & follow my side project with the lovely Rosy of Accidental Sexiness, The Blogalicious Babes. We will be recording our first vlog this weekend (squee) & have this fun teaser trailer out for your viewing pleasure:

Even better is that we just got word that we will be covering this year’s San Diego Comic Con as press! I’m so excited to do some interviews with my favorite cast members and especially to bring a fun daily vlog to you all straight from the source! I’m also going to be taking pictures of great street style throughout the event and sharing them with all of you right here on Melificent! And don’t worry, there will still be a lot of content while I’m gone – the fabulous Aurora will be guest blogging for the entire week!

With that said, I hope you all have a great Wednesday!

Short Break

Hi loves!
Life is a little busy at the moment so the blog will be
taking a backseat, but only for a little bit.
I’ll be back next week!

M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E

Melificent will be visiting the mouse this weekend with the mister and some friends.
What makes it even more special? We’ll be there taking their engagement photos!

Don’t miss me too much!

{Trend Swap}: NEON!

I’ve been inspired by some great blog swaps lately and wanted to host one of my own. I initially thought nail polishes since it is such an obsession hobby of mine, and I know a lot of you feel the same, but then I remembered that you cannot ship nail polish (I unfortunately learned the hard way). I continued to brainstorm and while shopping for sweet new accessories, it hit me!

Why don’t I pair up with the lovely Fashionable ESQ and offer a quarterly accessory swap based on a trend of our choosing? Everyone knows trends change like the tides in fashion, and one way to look the part without spending copious amounts of cash is to add those little pops to your wardrobe in the form of necklaces, headbands, lipstick, belts, etc. Think of it as a blogger not-so-secret Santa of sorts!

Photo credit; Keiko Lynn

With that said, this quarter’s swap will be NEON!
You can purchase any accessory you wish for your blogger partner, as long as it is bright, loud & fun, and of course, matches their personal style (see below). Also, I will not set a spending limit, but stress that this does not have to be anything exorbitant. Remember, the whole point of these swaps is to stay fashionable with details that will not break the bank.

 

What I need to know from those interested in participating are the following things;
1. A way to contact you (email, blog link)
2. Three adjectives describing your personal style -or-
3. A link to an outfit post (doesn’t necessarily have to be your own) that you think is the best representation of your style

 

I will close the window to participate at the end of the week (1/22/12) and at that point, I will pair us all up!

One final “rule;”
Once you receive your item, make sure to style it on your blog and share the link to this post. That way, next time we can get an even larger pool of participants to join in on the fun!

Inspiring Bloggers

Image via weheartit.com

I follow and read many blogs, but there are definitely a few that I can say really inspire me to be a better blogger, and sometimes, even a better human being. I love looking through them and feeling the ideas quickly rushing through my head. Last week, this happened in such a big way that I actually started jotting them down in the first notebook I saw – one of those scribbles was the basis of this post!

In hopes that some of these ladies can inspire you as much as they do me, I’ve decided to share my top 5 with you all;

1. The Glitter Guide

Although it is a relatively new blog on the scene, it has grown to be one of my absolute favorites. The Glitter Guide focuses on making every aspect of your life sparkle, and this lovely line was swiped directly from their about page: We believe a smile is a woman’s best accessory, that sequins are appropriate no matter what the occasion and that some days simply require a glass of champagne. Now those are words to live by! I have to say, I visit their Tumblr the most – particularly on days where I am not feeling the most glitter-y, mainly because it is like an instant pick-me-up. Their inspiring images include anything from a beautiful shot of the Eiffel Tower to a slice of pink birthday cake, but all have a common theme: fun.

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