Find Your Fall Sweater/Cardigan

Picking the perfect sweater/cardigan to carry you through fall and winter is a serious matter. Ideally, you want something stylish, warm, school friendly and easy to wear. A great sweater/cardigan must be something you can easily throw on at a moment’s notice and still feel fabulous. Choosing the perfect sweater is a tough task, so here are some tips on which styles would fit you the best! 

 

This outfit would be best for someone who is extremely thin. The cable knit striped design will make you look curvy and elongated. Pair this outfit with black jeggings or tights and it'll be perfect.

 

If you're petite, this thick winter cardigan will give you volume. You want to wear a flattering pattern underneath because of the plain cream color, and by adding a tiny belt, it emphasizes the hour glass shape.

This cardigan gives the illusion of a smaller waistline and lengthens your mid-section! It's simple, you can pair it with anything, I would suggest wearing a solid color tank, jeans and a pair of really cute heel.If you think it is too plain, just add some jewelry, a long necklace or earrings!

This tight pullover sweater gives you curves so show off your shape! If you're feeling lazy, and still want to look cute, just put on this warm, comfy sweater and you're all set!

Good luck! 

Xoxo,

Sophie

The Classic Sophie Look

My all-time favorite look is the neutral warm fall look. I discovered this look about 3 years ago when I went back to Taiwan. I absolutely love it! You can intensify the look if you're going out to a party or soften the look if you're going to school. It's quick, easy and fits everyone!

Step 1: Make sure your face is squeaky clean! I like to wash my face with Johnson Johnson: Clean&Clear Deep Cleanse before I put my make up on so my face feels fresh.
Step 2: Apply a hydrating base face lotion so that your skin is smooth and healthy. I've been using the Shiseido Benifiance: Daytime Protective Cream for a while, and it's been working out for me. Everyone's skin is different, some might be extra dry or oily, so look for the one that absorbs well with your skin.
Step 3: IF..there are any blemishes/pimples/ bags under your eyes, apply foundation or concealer where it is needed. I prefer not to use foundation because it clogs up my skin and makes my skin break out. The foundation that works great with a lot of people is the MAC: Liquid Foundation.
Step 4: Apply a white/clear sparkly eyeshadow at the beginning of your eyelid as a base.
Step 5: Then, apply a dark brown eyeshadow starting from the end of your eyelid, and smooth it out. You want the end of your eye to be darker.
Step 6: Put a thin line of black liquid eyeliner on and a tiny cat-eye effect. The black liquid eyeliner will give the eye more definition.The liquid eyeliner I use is the Maybelline: Line Stiletto.  
Step 7: Curl your lashes and apply mascara! Just use your favorite mascara, mine is the Great Lash Mascara.
*Step 8: You can also add a little bronzer to your cheekbones, which will intensify your look, so if you're going for a night out look, it'll be perfect! And if you have small eyes like me, you can cut a whole fake lash and put it at the outer corner of your eyes, which will make your eyes appear wider and give the doll like effect. I use the NARS Bronzing Power-Laguna for the bronzer.

 

Here's the look! You can get most of these products at a Drug Store (CVS, Rite-Aid, etc..) It's simple, it gives your eye a neutral warm look, and it's perfect for the fall! :)

Xoxo,

Sophie

Winter Date Ideas!

Here are some cute winter date ideas if you can't think of anything! And what you should wear!

Ice Skating!

If you are the outgoing type, you should definitely go ice skating!! Ice Skating is such a fun way to connect with your boyfriend/girlfriend. If you're a bad skater, it is the perfect time for him to help you and hold your hand if you fall. If you're not, you can show off your skills and joke around with him. 

Here are some affordable ideas of what you should wear: 

Forever 21: Distressed Hardware Skinnies ($29.80)

Wear any white tank that you have, just something simple! Also, if you have a brown belt, use it!

Cardigans are stylish and comfortable. This will definitely keep you warm at the Ice Skating Rink. You can buy a simple, cheap cardigan anywhere! (Forever21, H&M, Cotton On, Brandy and Melville etc.)

Forever 21: Fold Over Mid Shaft Boot  ($34.80)

Accessories accessories accessories! Don't wear too much jewelry. You can wear earrings, necklaces, bracelets, rings, just not all of them at once. 

If... You like to lay low, and relax on a date, you should...

A nice, calm walk on the beach... is such an intimate way to get to know your significant other. Bring a big towel, and blankets and just lye down and talk.

Here's what you should wear:

A big warm sweater will keep you warm when its late at night on the beach.

Forever 21: Cable Knit Sweater ($24.80)

Wear the sweater with a pair leggings! Legging's are so comfortable and stylish at the same time.

Forever 21: Essential Knit Legging  ($5.50)

Uggs or Sandals/Flats will go with the outfit!

Forever 21: Glittered Leatherette Flatforms

$22.80

Good luck and hope you liked it!

Xoxo, 

Sophie