Then and now fashion trends

So I had a guy not too long ago mention to me that he noticed women are better looking today in some ways more then they were in previous decades. I thought about it for a moment and then it hit me... my best friend and I always comment to each other how we wished that we knew this makeup technique when we were in high school or how we wished that they had this fashion trend back when we were a little younger. As time passes of course new ideas are released to the public and the future of makeup and fashion will only grow! I thought it would be fun and neat to do a quick blog about then and now!

 

 The 80's:

One word... Madonna!

Big frizzy hair, large colorful accessories, dramatic and colorful makeup and over sized tops.

 

Source: http://www.fanforum.com/f129/madonna-queen-pop-63015130/

 

oh yeah... it wouldn't be the 80's without the Aqua Net! My mom used to have this on hand at all times lol!

 

 

 

The 90's:

The transition from big frizzy hair to straight, flat, simple styles. Floral dresses, bright colors, high waisted jeans and dark lipsticks. Ahh the 90's ha ha =)

 

Source: http://www.elvis-collectors.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=59767

 

 Early 2000's:

 

 

Source: http://www.zimbio.com/photos/Britney+Spears/Britney+Spears+Virgin+Records+Times+Square/2I3AB3am1Zp

 

Flares, bell-bottoms, belly baring tops, short hair cuts and sleek hair gelled back come to my mind!

 

Late 2000's

 

 

Source: http://www.peoplestylewatch.com/people/stylewatch/gallery/0,,20316686_20690791,00.html

 

Layers! Longer hair is starting to make a comeback, ballet flats are almost everywhere at this point, accessories of all kinds are a hit, wearing multiple bracelets at once and big rings are in too. 

 

TODAY:

 

I will show you what I personally find neat and what I would not consider "better looking"... its just my opinion so please don't take offense!

 

Um NO...

 

 

Source: http://www.justjared.com/tags/2013-new-york-fashion-week-winter/

 

and no...

 

 

Source: http://animatedbrain.wordpress.com/tag/reading-images/

 

I'm not a real big religious person but Jesus is my homeboy and this is just NOT my thing. If its yours... good for you?

 

Moving along...

 

This is what I do dig:

 

 

http://www.winterfashions.net/guess-the-bags-of-spring-summer-2011/

 

skinny jeans, heels, long flowing hair, and pastel colored accessories =)

 

Now back to what that man had said... women today have a few more advantages then earlier years. Most men don't fully understand what us women secretly do in the bathroom which takes us a lifetime to get ready... but we aren't just watching the clock... we are busy! now days we have contouring techniques that we know how to do at home, false eyelashes to apply, sometimes hair extensions, teasing of our hair to give the look of more volume without having to go all 80's on it, hidden heel wedge shoes to add height, big padded push up bras thanks in part to there being a Victoria's Secret in nearly every mall now, not just tanning salons but tanning lotions and spray, teeth whitening kits and procedures, better tattoo coloring, etc etc I could keep going on....

Even photo shopping has become so common and easy for anyone to use!

My point is... it might not only be an opinion but maybe a fact as well that people are being better looking over time. Advancements in technology and style has a great deal to do with it and there are more products to offer then the ladies in the generations before us.

No matter how much I adore fashion and creating things... I will always be a believer that true beauty is within =)

 

Side note: Today I purchased Fergie's Hollywood Walk of Fame By Wet n Wild at my local Walgreens. Its a cool nail polish to try out!

 

 

Hot trend: Knuckle rings!

Source: http://www.etsy.com/listing/107316717/4-above-the-knuckle-rings-chrome-silver

Hey everyone! We are snowed in here in Minnesota tonight but that's not stopping me from getting my work done! One trend that I might just have to try out for myself is the knuckle rings. You can wear them just as they are shown in the photos here otherwise knuckle rings are also known as those large rings that have a long design that cover about half of your finger. If you don't like something so gaudy, then these smaller rings are perfect =)

Wear them out for any occasion. They compliment manicures as well =)
Check out my links for places to look/purchase them. I couldn't find these smaller knuckle rings at my local Target, Walmart, or online at Claire's just yet but that doesn't mean you won't find them there the next time you go shopping.


Source: http://wanelo.com/p/1746792/3-above-the-knuckle-rings-2-silver-knuckle-rings-1-white-chain-knuckle-ring-set-of-3

Here is a link to Forever 21 where you can find other types of knuckle rings:
http://www.forever21.com/Product/Category.aspx?br=f21&category=acc_rings_knuckle

Uncomfortable Heels? No Way!

Okay ladies so I think we can all agree and say we would wear flats over heels any day! Heels, especially the cute, sexy ones we want to wear, are so high it makes walking difficult/impossible to do without looking like a fool. I have found the ultimate product to make wearing heels easier and more comfortable!

No more heels sinking into grass, falling in between crack, or discomfort. These Sole Mates Higher Heel, fit right on any heel, without damage, and let the pressure off your heel. I'm always drawn to high heels but never wear them because in reality they just aren't comfortable. The Sole Mates Higher Heels really makes wearing heels more comfortable I am so happy they came out with a product like this!