Alecia “P!NK” Moore is my Monday Muse. She has inspired me to be who I am and be able to seek my dreams. The punk rock edge and daring attitude has inspired me to do aerials, move to another city, be myself and not give two shits about what people think. Her style has transformed through the years and I like how her soft look is a great compliment to who she is now.
Happy Muse Monday!
Until Next Time,
MistyBlu
It’s Monday! at HelloMistyblu.wordpress.com, I will be updating all my fans and followers with the latest of fashion and tips! Stay tuned and also follow me on social networks to keep up with my adventures. @HelloMistyBlu 🙂
Until Next Time,
MistyBlu
This is dedicated to Sofia Amoruos because I just finish her book #Girlboss where it has inspired many different parts of my creativity. From her book I have learned that you desire to do something you love, you can make it happen. Her fashion pioneering ways have lead her to own Nasty Gal, not with the goal of being the largest online clothing line but knowing that she can do it better than any one.
As I was finishing the last chapter, there was a quote that I am keeping close to me:
“Having a good style takes thought, creativity, confidence, self-awareness, and even sometimes a little hard work.” – Sofia Amoruso “#GirlBoss”
These are the latest styles from NastyGal.com that are part of my style. I like the black and white but in every outfit I put together, there is a pop of color like a lip or shoes. All garments can be found on the website.
Share with me your favorites pieces from NastyGal!
Until next time,
MistyBlu
Colors and shades always set the mood for the day like red if you are feeling flirty and ready for some exchanging of numbers or if you are feeling fresh you will put on simple gloss. BUT the shape your lipstick can say a lot about you!
If your lipstick has the initial shape
You always follow the rules
You are consistent
You don’t like to be the focus of everybody’s attention
You are shy
You are self-restrained
You are disciplined
If you lipstick has a round tip
You are sociable
You are friendly
You are composed
You are a woman of principle
You are attractive
If your lipstick has a sharp angle tip
You are Opinionated
You are High-spirited
You are Dislikes schedules
You are Selective of friends
You are Outgoing likes attention
You are Argumentive
If your lipstick is sharp angled with curved lip
You are a person of creative intelligence
You are of an amorous disposition
You are active
You are sociable
You are susceptible
You are always ready to come to rescue
You need to be more orderly
If your lipstick is pointed with round tip
You are attractive
You devote yourself to your family
You are a woman of your word
You are a leader
You are stay-at-home
You are prone to exaggerate
You are opinionated
You are sociable
If your lipstick is a flat-top
You are scrupulous
You are a woman of high moral standards
You need everybody’s approval
You take care of yourself
You are trustworthy
You are a pussyfoot
You easily take decisions
You like to defy your destiny
If your lipstick is concave
You can be a good detective
You are quick
You are brave and enterprising
You are a researcher by nature
You have a complicated character
If your lipstick has a sharp-pointed tip
You are full of inspiration
You are curious
You like to be the center of attention
You are mysterious
You are an egoist
You are faithful
You are skillful
You love life
Share with me the shape of your lipstick! I noticed the color depends on the shape, let me know if its the same for you!
Until Next Time,
MistyBlu
There are a few retailers that I recommend for the men shopping with style: Nordstroms, TopMan, Cotton-On, Frank & Oak, Zara, Jake Spade, and Marc Jacobs.
Lets start with the head appeal: Make sure you are always trimmed and groomed nicely. Beards are the new coco chanel for men’s style, but every lady likes when it’s maintained.
Everyday style: Since each day has new adventures and new people you may be meeting, always make an impression. Since a suite is a little much for an impression, always be prepared with some basic tees and button downs. Here are a few examples from Cotton-on (if you are on a college budget, you can get a few for a good price) and TopMan– which is a UK brand.
Be fun with your tees! I am not a fan of all graphic t shirts, but have you seen the Bill Murray Tee! Patterns are fun, just keep the colors neutral!
Business Casual Style: Women love a man who can clean up well, and let me you tell you, it makes an everlasting impression. Let’s be wise on what are the best way to keep it casual but clean. Shorts are not a bad idea with a blazer, but keep your inner Pharrell in mind. Colors are good, but make it only three colors: Two tones of one color and one accent exciting color.
Business Professional: For a full piece suit, there are several layers that are incorporated to complete a look: Undershirt, Crisp Button down, vest, *suspenders*, Tie/Bow Tie, Blazer. Depends on what part of the world you live on, keep the weather in mind. BUT let me explain on how attractive a WELL- FITTED Suit looks! “AHHH!” Just because you are able to buy a suit at H&M or Forever 21, keep the fit in mind.
Accessories for Style: Watches and Wallets! A man who has a few watches is a man of style. Because you are dressing up and down, you have to always have the perfect watch for day’s events. I love Flud Watches because there is style at a good price for different people. I only buy Flud watches for people who really deserve it. Also, another accessory a man needs is a wallet. Traditionally, men are suppose to buy dinner and snacks so they are using their wallet often. Be sure you are doing it with style because even if you have $100 in your credit card, she thinks you have more than that! Jake Spade has the best leather goods– they are spin off of Kate Spade, which is my go-to place for leather goods.
Ties: Ties are the expression with 12 inches of fabric, be sure you know how to tie your ties and chose the right colors with your suit. Ties are only for formal or semi formal events. Marc Jacobs always has great ties for the season!
Plaid: When summer begins to change into fall, it’s always nice to have a plaid shirt to throw on. Since there a fine line with how plaid can be worn, color and pattern alignment are important.
From Head to Toe: SHOES SHOES SHOES!!! Jordans are not an expression of style (I am sure I will get some hate mail on that comment) but let’s be real! Oxfords and formal footwear is important! Plus you get to have a peek of fun socks! A great place to get formal shoes are going to be at Zara and Nordstroms. Of course you have to dress down, keep the in the realm of tennis shoes *CLEAN!
I hope you received some pointers on what style for men is! Every lady likes a guy who can dress up and dress down properly. Also, if there is a celeb you idolize, just take tips from their style and make your decisions on what you are! Style is about being you and representing yourself!
Cheers & Until Next Time,
Misty Blu
This weekend I am doing a short trip to San Antonio then to Austin and back to Houston! I need to keep my workout going through the weekend. Maybe the tacos in San Antonio won’t keep me on track, but here are a few things I like to bring along when I am on the road and need some exercise in my life!
OGorgeous.com has a variety of yoga and gym bags that are both stylish and useful! This purple gym bag holds a yoga mat also while storing a water bottle and other accessories needed for workouts! (I don’t recommend putting your running shoes in the bag) In cross country I learned that you tie the laces to both shoes and let them be muddy away from your gym bag.)
This yoga mat is my favorite, for many reasons. The durability is awesome and also very inspirational. It’s also a conversation starter when trying a new studio out! This yoga mat can be found on Blogilates — a spin off of Ogorgeous.com! I basically shop the site for new and innovative styles for the gym!
Speaking of new studio, when you travel, it’s great to find a studio with free yoga classes during your stay but I recommend you keep in mind the amount of people who walk in their without shoes. So I like to bring these fun shoes around. They also help when I am working with the silks in the aerial studios. Nike has these amazing studio shoes, I have the black ones but just love the color of these mint ones. Either way, they work just as good!
Now for running shoes, it all depends on your type of running. I usually go with a Brooks Shoe and I am obsessing with the new shoes I got, they are highlighter and the right fit. These are the PURE CANDICE shoes from Brooks, they have a few miles! I recommend them to everyone!
Keep hydrated at all times! I love working out when I am visiting new cities because it’s something different. If you are located in the San Antonio area, I recommend San Antonio Yoga, if you travel to Houston, there are so many trails to run and my go to studio stop is VauLt! — They do my aerial silks and great instructors! Tomorrow I will be in Austin and will let you know how the studios are out there!
Until next time,
Misty Blu
My Summer Favorites are a collection of my favorite shopping sites and places: ShopBando.com, AnneKlein, Mango, TopShop, Francesca’s, and Kate Spade. From head to toe and the accessories of sanity!
This Dress is from Mango.com and can be dressed up and dressed down! Summer is about adventure — sometimes you have to be ready for anything!
With summer plans with your friends, co workers, and party plans, you must keep all your dates and times in order. ShopBando.com has these amazingly, cute and adorable agendas. Plan your summer smart and look good doing it!
With nights where the sun is setting or the sun is raising, you need music to make the moment. My new obsession from ShopBando.com has been this Giant Gem Speaker! It’s a MUST-HAVE- RIGHT- NOW!
I love having a choice of bags depending on my event, so having the light and dark accessory is important when the summer comes around. While you are at work, bring in the light, fun bag filled with goodies — Francesca’s Violet Ray or TopShop’s Black arm bag for the martini’s after work! You must be ready for anything!
Let’s Talk Shoes! I am 5 foot so heels are MUST! I love these chunky heels from TopShop.com. They are Transitional and also very adorable, plus they will give me the ‘average’ height look! They are a light shoe to keep the outfit the main attraction. To accent the outfit, AnneKlein’s recent collection of watches are so classy. This watch is my favorite because it feminine and the crystals detail the face so well!
Rain or Shine in any city you are, be fashionable! Yet again, ShopBando.com has your hook up of the cutest umbrellas for rain or shine. Never know what’s going to happen with the weather — Especially in Texas but be prepared for a little something! Last but not least, since summer must have (MUST HAVE) some traveling involved. Kate Spade #travelscolorfully and this passport holder explains it all!
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