Re-Designing My Halloween Costume

There is no secret everyone by now knows from reading my Floral Dress Blog post, that I can sew. My skills are great when I really need them hahahaha! ;) I was not really planning on sewing this year because last year I was so caught up on making my Katy Perry Costume which turned out great!! I really wanted a break hahaha but its like destiny forces me to test my skills all the time. It so happens that this year I came across a Dorothy Costume from the Wizard of Oz. It was only 5 dollars. I was so convinced it would fit, but it was so short and tight; this was not a problem to me because I know how to make garments fit but draping the pieces I need and sewing it all together! :D

After getting the costume from a private vender I went to Walmart, there I bought some inexpensive cotton fabric and sheer fabric to make the dress puffy! Once I returned home I started on my alterations by adding a waist band and 7 inches to both side seams. I cut the sheer a little longer to hid some butt that was peaking out from the back lol 

With only a couple hours of work and a little bit of lace trim I embellished the garment it came out so great!!! More importantly it fit like a glove :) paired with red shoes and red bows I was Dorothy for Halloween! I ended that night by going to the West Hollywood Costume Carnival, first time going and it was so much fun especially with all my friends. Did I mention how much I love California?? lol Well I hope everyone Likes this little project I did at the last minute and if anyone knows the basics of sewing I encourage everyone to better their skills! It makes life a whole lot easier when you can fix your own clothes! :)

 

My Fav Fall Closet Inspired Outfits #2

Out with your Spring clothes and in with the fall. I had to go out this week and explore what all is new at the Mall. Denim and knit is whats Trending!! Long sleeve button ups with collars, the ones that your guy friends wear ^w^ which I think is very cute. Long cardigans with chevron prints are everywhere in forever 21. All these new trends inspired me to create a new look that many of you fashion lovers can make your own. 

I really love this look :) it was cozy and warm for a semi-cold day. I'm sure many would like this look as well. I'm obsessed with the chevron cardigan its great for my casual outfits.

 Here are some close ups to my items I wore. I'm going to share with all of you how anyone can get this same look by breaking down every item I wore that day!

This outfit for me started with a denim button up shirt as my canvas. Since the one I have was straight down it didn't compliment my curves so for all the curvy women out there wearing a belt to cinch the waste is a good accessory especially since a cardigan is going over this top/dress!

 My belt was black, but this outfit is made up of muted color's like Blacks, whites, and browns so either way works! :) The chevron cardigan I picked out is just an example there were many different kinds of prints and styles, the choice is up to you! 

Try finding a long button up shirt that you can wear like a dress and pair with some black leggings. Leggings are warm and are great to pair with the denim. Jeans wouldn't of worked out as great, there would of been a clash of the same fabric. Some people say its good to match, but it's even better to show some personal style!

Lastly shoes and your final accessory! I love wearing heels and a low boot heal is the best :) To go with the Native America style Fringe is the best to pair with the chevron printed cardigan. Since the belt serves as a accessory you might want to go a little mild on your necklaces, I picked a small rhinestone incrusted owl its very simple for this look which I didn't want to go over the top! :) I hope everyone loves this look and can maybe take some inspiration and create a unique style for this fall season, if anyone wants to know more on the Native American fashion influence visit this link! Native American Influences in Fashion Thanks for reading! <3