Coachella Fashion 2013

It's not officially springtime until the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival takes place in sunny California. The Coachella Festival is an annual two weekend event, where music of every genre is featured. All sorts of celebs perform, as well as just enjoy the festival and the beautiful weather. Coachella is known for the music, but as the event grows larger and larger each year, it's not just the music people come for anymore; it's the fashion! Boho-chic, hipster, hippie- they all come together like the different genres of music and it's a beautiful sight.

Fashion bloggers all over Instagram could not stop talking about Coachella, preparing for Coachella, and finally, going to Coachella. Our fave outfits came from fashion blogger Aimee [Aw-Mee] Song and featured her equally chic sister, Dani. Those two had the perfect Coachella outfits and definitely showed girls everywhere how to wear the hautest trends this spring. 

At an event like this (one wear you're walking around for hours upon hours, outside in the sun) you're first priority when picking an outfit should be comfort. Leave the stilettos at home, and rock a cute sandal or a flat, ankle boot. It's HOT out there, ladies, so make sure you wear something to keep you cool; shorts, dress, tanks, etc. 

 Denim goes with everything. This look is perfect for a date or for lunch with your girls. Aimee's cowboy boot with her mini dress is so NOT Taylor Swift, and so very, very chic. We love it!

As girls, we don't get the same privilege guys do when it gets hot out (you CANNOT take your shirt off! LOL!) But with a bandeau, you can't go wrong. Aimee is so on-trend with this look, baring her midriff and wearing a bold print. If you're not comfortable showing so much skin, that's nothing to be ashamed of. Wear your bandeau with a light-weight (light material) cardigan, like the one Aimee has on in her photo.

 Okay, this is my favorite look! I have named it "Summertime Fine." LOL! Aimee's printed, body con skirt is so haute for summer vaycay and her peep-toes at the pool just send her over-the-top. Yes, the outfit is simple, but that's the beauty of it. Her halo made of flowers was perfect Coachella attire, as well.

STREET TREND ALERT!!!!!

Haute sunnies are a MUST HAVE this upcoming summer. Bold colors and designs are major out on the streets this season. Here are some of Aimee's sunnies that we die over!

Follow Aimee [Aw-Mee] Song on Instagram @songofstyle

Read her blog at http://songofstyle.blogspot.com/.

Style Rookie- Tavi Gevinson

THE Tavi “more notorious than the Betsey cartwheel” Gevinson: 16 years old household name in the fashion world. 

When she was 11, she created a blog, "Style Rookie," that captured the attention of designers, editors and many industry insiders! As the ‘unknown’ once said, “This was the first day of the rest of our lifes” 

At 11 Gevinson was receiving invitations to New York Fashion Week, appeared on artsy magazine covers also becoming close buds with Kate and Laura Mulleavy, aka the Rodarte sisters.

Currently at 16 Tavi is StyleRookie's founder-editor, and her imprint is everywhere, from a DIY tutorial on "How to Turn Your Tights Into Knee Socks"! :o  --à http://rookiemag.com/2012/09/knee-socks-diy/

What inspired Tavi? Why a fashion blog? Of all the blogs did she ever think HER’S would be “the one”?

“When I started Rookie, there were a lot of girls like me who had fashion blogs and loved getting dressed up and thinking about appearance, not in a stressful women’s magazine way, but in a creative way. I can understand how some feminists who’ve fought against things like style or beauty defining all women might feel confused about how we can discuss self-esteem and being your own person but also write so much about fashion.” –Tavi

We’re excited to see what Tavi G does in her future in fashion. She had made quite the name for herself and was/is living out every fashionistas dream before hitting her Freshman Year in high school! Will we see a clothing line come to life in the near future? What hot male arm candy will we see in Tavi’s future?  Do you think she rocks out to J ‘believer’ Beiber? And our biggest question would be, what next for miss. Gevinson?

Holiday Shopping

Holiday shopping..  dentist visit, same thing right? No Way! It only becomes a burden if you allow it to. Have fun with your holiday shopping.

For the Competitive:

  -Who can wrap up their complete shopping first

  -Create teams, each team has their teams christmas lists. First team to find the most gifts on their list wins.  

  -Compare holiday receipts and see who's the biggest bargin-ista

For the Creative:

  -Apposed to buying expected gifts, go out and buy little trinkets, doo-dads, and favorites of the family. Then decorate little boxes to put the gifts in. 

  -Do a little research on everyone and make them their own mix tape of songs on a CD. Even throw in songs by like artists. Add a special voice message at the end.

  -Create a picture collage of you guys together. Throw in some pictures of their favorite celebs, bands, or funny sayings.

For the Work-o-holics:

  -On your route to Starbucks before work pick up a few gift cards for friends. 

  -Make use of lunch breaks to pick up gifts   

  -Online stores are always open.  (No matter how late you get in from work you can always purchase a Pinkindigo gift card for your favorite fashionistas :))

Whether shopping for the kids or you celebrate Christmas or Hanukkah. These fun-tastic ideas work for everyone. It's better to get the bulk of holiday shopping over with and always take advantage of online shopping deals! Like always if you have any further holiday questions or (our favorite) fashion questions, shoot us an email at info@pinkindigo.com 

Sunday Spa Day

Brightening facial

You need: One lemon, 3 whole strawberries, one banana

This DIY face mask is sure to brighten up a tired complexion. The vitamin C in the strawberries lightens dark spots, the lemon exfoliates, and the banana conditions.

How to: Remove the stems from the strawberries and dice. Mash the diced strawberries in a small bowl with the banana. Add the juice of one lemon, and apply to the face, avoiding the eyes. Leave on for 15 minutes, or until the mask starts to feel dry. Rinse off with cool water.

Enjoy Ladies. Keep Calm and Sip Sunday Tea!

Beauty Tip | D.I.Y Week: Natural Face Mask

This is a totally natural face mask. Super scent that is satisfying and your skin will thank you! The sea salt will exfoliate your complexion while the essential oils moisturize deep leaving you with a radiant glow that you can now get all year round!

So here you go!

 

What you’ll need:

- 1 Cup organic cane sugar

- 1/3 Cup sea salt

- ½ Cup organic coconut oil

- 2 – 3 tablespoons almond oil

- 1 tablespoon Vitamin E

- 30 drops Orange Essential Oil

 

How to:

- Add all ingredients together in a small mixing bowl.

- To use in the shower, rub onto body in a circular motion.

- Rinse off completely and PAT dry so that you don’t wipe off the moisturizing agents.

* Keep in a small container for storage.

Enjoy! Let me know what you think!