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How To Look Trendy In Campus

For those who are going a new college or university, it is a very exciting event but also intimidating. Well, wearing a kickass outfit will definitely boost your confidence. With a new season comes a new fashion trend. After staying at home to practice social distancing or quarantine, it is time to give the wardrobe an update as you head back to the campus. Whether you are looking for a preppy inspiration or new ways to wear your favorite college apparel, you can scroll ahead to find some super stylish tips on how to look trendy and comfortable.

The 90’s Look

Throw on a chunky sweater or cardigan with a cami and retro trousers for a 90’s look and you are all set.

Blazer And Denim

On the days that you do not feel like dressing up, just throw on a blazer over your comfortable jeans and you will instantly look like you are ready for your class.

Puffy Sleeves

A big sleeve was a big hit last fall and it is getting bigger this season. Upgrade your simple top with one that has a statement sleeve and you will be getting compliments around campus.

Matching Sweats

When you are running late to class and still want to look good? Then get yourself a matching sweatsuit like the Legacy History Pride – HBCU apparel. Finish off the look with a top hair bun, chunky sneakers and statement earrings for a chic touch.

Statement Accessories

If you want to look cute and trendy without looking like you are trying, add some fashion accessories to your favorite outfits. Hair claw, kerchiefs, sparkly statement earrings or a colorful bag can turn a basic top and jeans outfit into a trendy look.

Sporty Dresses

Some days when the Fall weather feels like summer, you may want to keep your outfit as cool as possible. Throw on a denim jacket over this cute Legacy History Pride hooded dress or tie it around your waist. Complete the look with white sneakers and it will pull your entire look together.

Fashion At MET Gala 2021

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MET Gala took place yesterday at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. It is held in celebration of the Costume Institute’s newest exhibition – In America: A Lexicon of Fashion. As with other years, celebrities will embody the theme of the night through attention grabbing ensembles and the MET Gala’s red carpet has a history of creating memorable outfits.

Last night, the co-chairs include Billie Eilish, Naomi Osaka and Amanda Gorman. Scroll ahead through the gallery for 2021 Met Gala red carpet look.

Iman worked with emerging designer Harris Reed to create her showstopper Met look.

Iman in a show-stopping look.

In a breathtaking netted crystal Saint Laurent look.nbsp

Zoe Kravitz in crystal Saint Laurent

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 13: Jennifer Lopez attends The 2021 Met Gala Celebrating In America: A Lexicon Of Fashion at Metropolitan Museum of Art on September 13, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by John Shearer/WireImage)

Jennifer Lopez wearing a Western-themed chocolate gown from Ralph Lauren

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 13: Jennifer Hudson attends The 2021 Met Gala Celebrating In America: A Lexicon Of Fashion at Metropolitan Museum of Art on September 13, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images)

Jennifer Hudson in a red voluminous gown from AZ Factory

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 13: CL attends The 2021 Met Gala Celebrating In America: A Lexicon Of Fashion at Metropolitan Museum of Art on September 13, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue )

K-Pop singer, CL wearing designer Alexander Wang’s denim gown with a high-fashion take on men’s tighty whities.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 13: ASAP Rocky and Rihanna attend The 2021 Met Gala Celebrating In America: A Lexicon Of Fashion at Metropolitan Museum of Art on September 13, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue )

The last celebrities to arrive of the night, Rihanna wore a voluminous ruffled Balenciaga overcoat, while boyfriend ASAP Rocky donned a quilt-inspired ensemble by ERL.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 13: Billie Eilish attends The 2021 Met Gala Celebrating In America: A Lexicon Of Fashion at Metropolitan Museum of Art on September 13, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue )

Billie Eilish

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 13: Helen Lasichanh and Pharrell Williams attend The 2021 Met Gala Celebrating In America: A Lexicon Of Fashion at Metropolitan Museum of Art on September 13, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue )

Pharrell Williams and his wife Helen wore matching Chanel leather cowboy ensembles

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 13: Debbie Harry attends The 2021 Met Gala Celebrating In America: A Lexicon Of Fashion at Metropolitan Museum of Art on September 13, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images)

Debbie Harry in a Zac Posen punk gown

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 13: Kim Kardashian attends The 2021 Met Gala Celebrating In America: A Lexicon Of Fashion at Metropolitan Museum of Art on September 13, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images)

Kim Kardashian in another iconic Met Gala look with a full-coverage gown from Balenciaga. While much has been said about Kim’s outfit, there wasn’t much attention being paid to Erykah Badu’s outfit who also wore an all black covered ensemble.

Erykah Badu attends The Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute benefit gala celebrating the opening of the "In America: A Lexicon of Fashion" exhibition on Monday, Sept. 13, 2021, in New York. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP)

Top 6 Wholesale Makeup Cosmetics For Women

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Do y’all still remember makeup? You know, those powders and creams that we use to enhance our natural features? Many of us have not considered makeup since one and half years ago. Now that the world is slowly opening up and people are beginning to expose the lower halves of their face to the public again, it may be time to give your stash of makeup products an update because some of your products may have hit the expiration date.

If you are a makeup lover, then you will know that there is nothing better than finding great quality makeup products at an affordable price. Everyone loves a good bargain, and when it comes to your makeup collection, it makes sense to have a wide variety of high and low-price products. The beauty of makeup is that you do not have to spend a fortune to look good. Just because something costs an arm and a leg does not always mean it is the best product. Also, just because that some products are cheap, it does not mean that you are sacrificing quality. Sure there is nothing wrong with having some tried-and-true favorites that you buy whenever you want to replenish your makeup bag but it is always fun to dig deeper and check out other brands that won’t break the bank.

If you do your research, it is easy to pick up affordable wholesale makeup to create a whole new look even when you have stopped splashing the cash. Affordable eyeshadow palettes have become more and more impressive and as such it is less guilty to have a few of them in your current makeup lineup. Besides being blendable, these eyeshadows are long-lasting and has a great shade selection so that you are not going to be stuck with a few muted taupe or basic brown hues to play with. Eyeshadow is one of the products in your makeup collection that allows you to show off your most creativity. The powdered colors highlight the most impressive part of your face. Ahead are top 6 wholesale makeup cosmetics for women.

Huda Beauty Textured Shadows Palette Rose Gold Edition

Huda Beauty rarely disappoints when it comes to budget-friendly makeup that feels and looks like it cost a lot more than it actually does. The Textured Shadows Palette Rose Gold Edition performs like expensive palettes and the shade offering in each palette are so on point.

LORAC Brunch Pro Eyeshadow Palette

The LORAC Los Angeles Brunch Pro Palette has 16 gorgeous wearable pastel colors that can be used wet or dry. Inspired by the never-ending love affair with brunch LA style, this palette will give you endless options for eye looks. The packaging is also super luxe, and comes with a full size mirror inside. It’s an excellent go-to option for when you only want to bring one palette with you for a trip.

Anastasia Beverly Hills Soft Glam Palette

This Anastasia Eyes Shadow Palette has fourteen essential shades and is the perfect collection of easy-to-blend, full pigment shadows. With a long lasting formula, this palette is complete with bronze metallics and iridescent finishes ideal for a nighttime look and neutral mattes for daytime.

Morphe 35OS – 35 COLOR SHIMMER NATURE GLOW EYESHADOW PALETTE

This 35 color palette features shadows that are extremely soft and pigmented. The blendability of the shades allows you to create both natural and smokey eye looks with it. The shimmering colors double as face highlighters so you can glow all over.

Too Faced Chocolate Bar Eye Shadow Collection

Time to wake up and smell the chocolate! This indulgent palette of 16 versatile matte and shimmer shades look just as delightful as they smell. The eye shadows are pigmented with pure, antioxidant-rich cocoa powder and the smell of sweet chocolate envelops you as you open the palette. This super creamy, easy-to-blend palette is an excellent starter palette for someone who is new in the world of makeup.

NARS Afterglow Eyeshadow Palette

This budget brand offers tons of variety when it comes to colors. Featuring twelve supercharged shades that has a combination of warm and cool tones, this insatiable palette is an easy go-to for the makeup lovers who are always on the go.

How To Wear Leggings This Fall

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Leggings are staples in many wardrobes because of their versatility and comfort. Many women wear leggings for various workouts but these stretchy pants are also great for day-to-day looks when you are out and about. Not sure how to pair leggings? Scroll ahead for some of the chicest pieces to style with leggings for Fall 2021.

You can pair a range of items with leggings, but there are a few key pieces that will elevate the legging looks even more. There are everything from a bold outerwear to a specific knitwear silhouette that’s quite polished.

The best shirts to wear with leggings

A white button-down shirt is classic and timeless. This one in an oversize cut is perfect with leggings.

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Leggings with a quilted puffer coat and chunky sneakers is incredibly chic.

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There is just something about the modern relaxed blazer that you can’t deny. It is an ideal pick for instant polish ensemble.

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Keep it extra cozy and chic by teaming your favorite leggings with a sweatshirt for an of-the-moment vibe.

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Best Hoodies To Curl Up In This Fall

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The hoodie is the one piece of clothing that stays in the front of the closet no matter if it is snowing, 90 degrees or just somewhere in between. It is so easy to incorporate a hoodie into your everyday look. You can go classic with an oversized pullover, get a zip-up for layering, or opt for an ultra-cozy trendy tie-dye. Whether we are prepping for the next Zoom call or celebrating a birthday party, our upper halves are the front and center. The best hoodies and sweatshirts for women come in all styles, from classic black ones to fanciful sweatshirts in cheerful and bright prints. Whether you want to look casual by pairing the hoodie with matching sweaters or dressing up by layering it with an oversized blazer, you would definitely want to wear these hoodies somewhere besides lounging on your couch, although they are great for doing that too.

Below are some cool sweatshirts and hoodies that are so cozy and versatile that you will be able to rock them all year round, from your sofa, to the gym, grocery run and even to the office.

This simple and relaxed 100% jersey hoodie is versatile enough to pair with leggings or flirty skirts.

Who can resist a cozy hoodie? This super-soft flannel hoodie is a super great option.

There’s nothing like a really good sweatshirt. This V-neck sweatshirt is a year-round staple that pairs just as well with jeans as it will with a long skirt.

This color tie-dye hoodie is guaranteed to bring a bit of cheer to the day and a dose of originality to any outfit.

All the above are from Ninacloak, an online fashion retailer with a wide range of trendy womens blouses, dresses, outerwear, shoes and accessories. Pair your hoodie or sweatshirt with mismatched sweatpants and comfy slippers. You can also try the high-low look and dress them up with skirts and ankle boots, or wear a cropped version with high-rise jeans. Consider your fall outfits upgraded.

How To Recreate Jennifer Lopez’s Look

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While enroute from L.A to Venice, Italy for the Dolce Gabbana show recently, it seems like Jennifer Lopez is over summer clothes. She was spotted wearing a trendy outfit that is very much a fall one.

On her was all the essentials of a successful fall outfit trend – coat, jeans and boots. Guess what? JLo was wearing a slightly distressed skinny jeans with a long gray coat, rocking a graphic T-shirt by Dolce Gabbana (but of course), tall ankle boots and a newsboy cap.

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If you want to recreate the look, check out below.

Mango Buttoned Wool Coat

Mango Wool Coat

buy jennifer lopez rock t shirt dolce gabbana

Dolce Gabbana Rock T-Shirt

Levi's 501 Skinny Jeans

Levi’s Skinny Jeans

SCHUTZ Zara Lace-Up Boot, Main, color, BLACK LEATHER

Zara Lace-Up Boot from Nordstrom

Simple Fall Trend That Every Fashionista Is Loving

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There were several key trends that have been popping up on the feeds of many fashion accounts. They are all simple and easy to style. Basically, they are the next-level basics because they are so versatile and could be mixed and matched with a variety of other pieces to create elevated silhouettes.

One of these key trends is the tailored vest which brings a new spin to any look and can be worn layered with any tee, tops or long sleeve shirts. It can also be worn just on its own with pants. Ahead are some of the simple fall trends that you will be seeing in your Instagram feeds soon.

Loose Jeans

For an effortless vibe, the denim cut of the moment would undoubtedly be loose jeans. Did we say just how comfortable they are?

The best dark jeans for women

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Oversized Shirt

A button-down shirt is a classic piece and wardrobe must-have. The oversize fit feels so modern when paired with jeans and a statement necklace.

The best white shirts and jeans

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Tailored Vest

A tailored vest is great on its own when the temperature is rising. They are great when styled with high-waisted jeans. If you are looking for a more streamlined look, opt for a vest with coordinating trousers. You could also incorporate a blouse and blazer into this look once fall is here.

How to wear a vest

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Where To Buy Men Tactical Clothing Online

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Many people often associate tactical clothing with law enforcement, firefighters, SWAT teams or the military. This is because tactical clothing are not exactly the everyday outfits that one would normally wear to the office or a date. Tactical clothing offer many benefits such as numerous pockets as part of their design. This allows the wearer to carry equipment and tools comfortably which facilitates easy to them throughout the day. Tactical clothing also offer protection against potential injury or weather in hot or cold climates. The reinforced pads, stitching and material can help to protect the wearer.

When people wear tactical clothing in public, it makes the person stands out sharply. Tactical clothes are sleek and cool. So if you are shopping for mens tactical clothing to give your wardrobe an update or you have an outdoor person on your gift gifting list, do read on to see some fine tactical shirts from Wayrates, an online retailer specializing in all things tactical. Wayrates has a wide selection of the highest quality men’s tactical shirts, tactical pants, outerwear and more that are built to perform.

Tactical shirts can help the wearer maintain peak performance while hunting, hiking, training or even while performing missions. They are also very useful when you are heading out for work. Tactical shirts feature rip-stop fabrics, easy access pockets that are expandable, concealed, reinforced elbows to protect the skin, button cuffs and roll up loops as well as special pockets that offer a fast, secure access to firearm when needed. These are the special features that sets them apart from normal shirts.

Long Sleeve Sports Training Top

Zipper Polo Shirt

Another popular tactical shirts is the henley. The henley is far more than a standard T-shirt with a few buttons. It is an ideal foundational piece to build any cold weather outfit. Whether you want to rock it solo or use as base layer beneath the puffy winter clothes, the men’s henley is highly versatile. You may want to check out the best henleys to buy from Wayrates now.

Best Personalized Gifts For A Meaningful Christmas

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For Christmas this year, instead of gifting an item that may end up in the back of the closet, why not consider something personalized and truly unique? Your loved ones will appreciate the thought and care you took to customize a gift just for them. Giving jewelry as a gift is a wonderful idea. If you have ever received a piece of jewelry with sentimental value, you would probably always remember who gave the present to you. Not only is it meaningful, but it is also very practical, even for those hard-to-shop people on your Christmas list. The right necklace, charm bracelets for women, earrings and other pieces add sparkle to the occasion. Jewelry is not only just for women either. You can also find gift jewelry for the men in your life, such as bracelets, necklaces and cuff links.

Make every gift-giving occasion more memorable with personalized jewelry such as a custom necklace for everyone you love. Gifting a personalized necklace gift is a symbol of love and appreciation. When you give someone with something as special as a personalized custom necklace, you are raising the gift-gifting to another level. Personalized jewelry is something that can be cherished and remembered forever. It will remind the person of you every time he or she wears it and makes one feel special. You can find a wide array of personalized jewelry from Gnoce, a well-known fashion jewelry brand that focuses on making unique and high-quality delicate jewelry at competitive prices.

Name Necklaces

Unique customized jewelry like name necklaces bring together family and friends together. This name necklace collection is made in the name of love and can be personalized with one’s name, nickname, or even a word of significant meaning to them.

You can also let your creativity run wild in customizing this 2 layer name necklace for your loved ones.

Charm Jewelry

Charm bracelets are also another special gift that allows you to express yourself and tell the story you want. They are the most creative gift you can give and they make a great gift for anyone of any age. You can create them to celebrate your loved one’s interests and hobbies. Or you can start with a bracelet with just one charm and add on every birthday or Christmas. The possibilities are endless when it comes to charms. Here are few of the popular charms to give you some inspiration to create a bracelet that is both personal and beautiful.

HJ-Story x GNOCE Kate Pendant Dangle Charm

Silver Chain Stopper Sterling Silver Inlaid with White Round Stones

You may also consider adding a photo charm to the bracelet. Anyone with a special someone or pets in her life can use the high-quality beautiful custom bracelet to feel close to the one she loves.

A beautifully wrapped item is always so exciting to receive. The above thoughtful pieces from Gnoce will show the receivers how much you care and these are the gifts that they will be glad to keep close to their hearts.

Cheap Fall Accessories 2021

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Bella Hadid was spotted recently while on the way out to dinner in London, wearing a fashion forward Fall ensemble. It consists of a leather jacket, an oversize blazer, a T-shirt, black pants and Adidas sneakers. Bella also wore something on her head that is shaping to be Fall’s biggest accessory trend – The Kerchief! Kerchiefs have been all over the Instagram feeds and Tik Tok videos of late and also on the season’s runways. If there is one accessory that you want to get your hands on this Fall, it is the kerchief.

Can’t help but feel a bit of Old Hollywood—think Audrey Hepburn or Grace Kelly zipping down a road in a convertible with dark sunglasses and the bandana or kerchief on their head.