I had some fun doing a photo shoot with it. I went for a luxe, lady that lunches type of look.  (I’m trying to experiment with more creative ways to show off outfits, etc…  I am totally sick of my one outfit pose against my office wall LOL.)

Tights: Target, Skirt: Tahari ($20, TJMaxx, clearance), Top: Kohl’s ($3.40, 90% off clearance), Belt: ? (TJMaxx), Jacket: Wet Seal, Necklace: Target (clearance), Small bag: thrifted

Additionally: Bag: Echo ($36, TJMaxx), Scarf: Target (clearance) 

I will miss getting the demo items but at least I won’t be spending any money on it anymore.

I staged a little photo shoot inspired by the Avon ring below.  It was the mystery ring from my first order & it is way too cool.  I got it on demo so it’s not actually out for a couple weeks.  (If you leave a comment & say you’re interested, I will update with the link once it’s online for purchase.)

Anyway, it made me realize just how many gold & black accessories I have & how good they all look together.  It’s such a rich look, even if the pieces aren’t actually expensive.

Avon ring, $14 (available soon!)

Black necklace, Target; gold necklace: thrifted

Ring: Avon; bracelet: Subversive for Target, thrifted

 Bag: Pulicatti w/ thrifted brooch as closure; seashell belt & leopard print purse: thrifted

I got Moisture Therapy hand cream, Vanilla Frosting bubble bath and a mystery ring that you will see in a later post.  FYI: It’s fab!

Since then I’ve been on the lookout for a new, easy protection for my face that doesn’t make it shinier.  I’ve tried tinted moisturizers, powders, mineral makeup & it always seems that one thing is always missing – either the spf protection or help with the oil situation.

My most recent try is shown below.  It’s pretty good & my only complaint is that it’s a tiny bit tinted, which means that I have to pay attention while applying.  What I prefer is something that is colorless so I can rub it in like lotion & not worry about having to blend it perfectly.  (I am constantly late in the morning due to over-sleepy-itis.)  Other than that I highly recommend this.  I bought it at Walgreens, but later saw it for several dollars less at Walmart – so that’s where I recommend getting it if you want to try it.

Here I am wearing it:

Next, I plan to try MagiX Face Perfector SPF 20 from Avon (which I sell now, full disclosure LOL).  It seems to have everything I want in facial makeup – it’s colorless, it “banishes shine”, “minimizes pores”, and has an spf of 20.  I will get it at the end of next week & will let you know how I like it.  I’m really hoping it is THE ONE.

On my stop at Kohl’s the other day I found two necklaces that embody this look & I had to scoop them up.  They were on clearance which made them all the sweeter!  I put together a mini photo shoot with those & some other finds I’ve grabbed over the past couple years that equal the tough, chained look that is so right now.  It will also extend into this fall & I can’t help but wonder if it will become a “don’t” a year from now.  Personally, I think motorcycle jackets & a sturdy boots are already modern classics but I never thought ripped jeans would make a comeback.  Who knew?

 Purses: silver strap: Echo, $36 (clearance TJMaxx); gold strap: thrifted, $8

Necklaces, from top: Target pearl/chain ($7, clearance); Kohl’s chains with gem drops, $1.80 (90% off clearance); Kohl’s knotted chains, $3.80 (80% off clearance)

I stopped at Kohl’s on the way home & bought a couple necklaces, a headband & a top.  I’ll post about those soon.

I know the Saw IV is not a “fashionable” movie, as in well-dressed. But I watch all different kinds of movies & figure you can find inspiration anywhere, so why not keep my eyes open.

While I was doing this it really made me realize how there weren’t very many important women roles in Saw IV. Now, in Saw II & Saw III the Amanda character was very prominent, but in this one there were random women victims (which really, almost every character in any of the Saw movies is a victim) and Jigsaw’s ex-wife, who is seen in a grand total of 3 outfits. They also showed Amanda one time, in (I think) a flashback.

Anyway, on to the outfits:

I love this color pink. (Yep, she’s leaving him.)

A domestic violence victim & later a Jigsaw victim.  How about that sweater set?  I’m not loving it but it’s good for her character.

Amanda, usually turned out in goth-y style.  I kind of missed her since I like her off-beat, sort of dark outfits.

Another victim before she gets snagged.

Jigsaw’s ex-wife being questioned.  I like the jacket & the key necklace.  I am so not liking the button-down with them though.

I like the classic trench.  The shoes were the worst.  I will spare you a photo.

Here she is visiting Jigsaw after he went bat shit crazy.  Pink again…

I skipped some photo ops because they were too bloody or too boring.  There was a female FBI agent but I just couldn’t photograph her pantsuits.  Sorry.

Hope you enjoyed the first installment of “Movie Fashion”.  There will be more to come.

I used to sell Avon a looooong time ago & actually ended up spending more than I made but it was fun.  I’m hoping to actually make some money this time but I don’t want to get too serious about it either.  So, I’ll keep it fun by doing photo shoots with the items I test out & let you know what I think of them.  (I’m particularly interested in their chunky costume rings!)

More details to come once I have an Avon site up & running.

Update:  The avon site is up here & the link is on my sidebar under “Find Me”.  You know, in case you want some Avon!

I had some really great ideas this morning so watch out for new posts. I have a couple intriguing ideas to punch it up a bit.