July 4th Outfit Inspo

Posted on July 4, 2014 by itsapplesandorangesblog

Happy Independance day to all of my fellow Americans! I am so excited to be able to share some outfit inspiration for this awesome day, but mainly happy for the day off from work. Who wouldnt be looking forward to gorging oneself on barbeque food, watching fire works and wearing fun patriotic themed items? This year I decided to tone down my previous enthusiam (ie tattoo american flag lips) and went for a more subtle approach in showing my support. My camo skinnies serve as a “neutral” base while also representing for our troops, American flag canvas flats are old season target and my crisp white button up finish off the look. Links to similar items below.

Untitled #2 by ari-pena featuring canvas shoes

Happy fourth everyone!

Ari

Festival Gear

Posted on March 13, 2014 by itsapplesandorangesblog

The time has come for the ever popular music festivals and throngs of hippies, rockers and the occasional groupies to emerge. Although I havent actually ever attended an event (thats my bad) I love the effervescent style that come with … Continue reading →

Matching Sets Galore

Posted on February 18, 2014 by itsapplesandorangesblog

I am obsessed with matching sets and acquiring as many as I can for the upcoming warmer season. Not only are they incredibly stylish and provide an instant cohesive look, they are so easy to throw on and run out the door! Just find your pair and you’re ready to go. I usually go with minimal jewelry if the set has a busy pattern but play it up a little more if we are working with solids and textures. Check out my previous monochromatic take on this look and below are some links to ones I’m currently lusting after. Shorts, skirts, pants, blazers, crops tops, monochromatic or patterned the possibilities are endless! Click on the photos for links.

Asos Reclaimed Vintage 90’s Rib Top & Tube Skirt
Top-$74.08
Skirt- $70.37

Asos -Sweater & Mini Skirt In Quilted Stitch
Top- $64.82
Skirt- $55.56

Won Hundred Top & Pencil Skirt
Top- $166.67
Skirt- $231.49

Forever 21 Textured Blazer & Flutter Shorts
Blazer- $29.80
Shorts- $17.80

Textured Gingham Top & Trousers
Top- $68.00
Trousers- $84.00

Jacquard Boyfriend Coat & Skirt
Coat-$150.00
Skirt-$76.00

-Ari

V-day Collab Outfit & Makeup Inspiration-Sexy & Fun!

Posted on February 10, 2014 by itsapplesandorangesblog

Whether you have a valentine or not the following outfit and makeup can serve dual purposes for inspiration for this upcoming special day or any sexy night out on the town. Heck maybe you can find a valentine wearing this … Continue reading →

Easy 4th of July Inspiration for Nails

Posted on July 3, 2013 by itsapplesandorangesblog

July 4th is upon us! A time where we get to gorge on food cooked on a grill, drink heavily and light up the night sky with fire works all in the name of America. This holiday is always fun and festive partly due to the explosives involved and partly because of the awesome patriotic gear one can rock. Cut off denim, boots, or pretty much anything with an American flag count towards this day. I’ve chosen to rock some particularly fun options in the past (patriotic lip tattoos) and this year I want to go more subdued and just do something fun on my nails. Here are some of the following options/inspiration.

You can go with the classic All American flag look

The firework aspect might be of interest using nail stripers and glitter

I personally would like to try this just because its out of the ordinary…

Last but not least you can choose to represent any one of the amazing groups that make up the military, after all they fight every day to allow us to keep our freedoms that we enjoy!