Author Archive: Aisling Ashbery
Aisling Ashbery
April 8, 2015
Clothes
Close to my hometown there is a cute little vintage shop. I love to browse there, but rarely buy anything because of the prices. One particular day I brought my mother with me just to look around. She found a…
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Aisling Ashbery
April 8, 2015
Clothes
School clothes are expensive, and the prices can be overwhelming, especially when you’re buying a year’s worth of notebook paper, binders, backpacks, and lunchboxes as well. But with a little bit of planning and some money-saving tips, back to school…
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Aisling Ashbery
April 4, 2015
Shoes
Page through any fashion magazine try to find shoes that are listed for less than $100. Chances are you can’t, unless that magazine is doing a rare special piece on finding budget shoes. In fact, most of the shoes in…
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Aisling Ashbery
April 4, 2015
Clothes
In the last few seasons, the trend has been toward bright, ultra-saturated colors. And don’t misunderstand, you can still be very fashionable in such colors. But this season, one trend that’s climbing over all the colors is the trend of…
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Aisling Ashbery
April 4, 2015
Clothes
Vintage print sweaters are all about large, graphic prints. Many have a slouchy style as well. These printed vintage styles are coming back in, but it’s always tricky to take on a vintage style. If you like the look, you…
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Aisling Ashbery
April 4, 2015
Shoes
Jeans are among the most versatile item in a modern woman’s wardrobe. They can be dressed up — or down — and these days, there is probably a style of jeans appropriate for almost any situation. But with so many…
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Aisling Ashbery
April 4, 2015
Clothes
Inspirations for style can come from anywhere: the clothes of musicians, contemporary art, or even the outfits of video game characters. If you want to model your outfits after those Shadow Hearts 3 cuties Hilda Valentine and Shania, read on…
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Aisling Ashbery
April 4, 2015
Clothes
The relaxed fit knit top can be an essential staple in your wardrobe, if you know how to wear it. Relaxed fits are in style right now, as the comfortable-but-powerful vibe is very current in fashion. The difficulty with wearing…
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Aisling Ashbery
April 4, 2015
Shoes
To those of us who have been given to thrifty spending and counting dollars in the years of late, the idea of spending $200 – $600 – or more—on a pair of shoes seems simply ludicrous. It can leave us…
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Aisling Ashbery
April 4, 2015
Shoes
Just as certain clothing styles flatter some body types more than others, so do shoe styles. Some shoes seem to be universally flattering, while others simply look odd on a particular shape. If you’re wondering which shoes to pick to…
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Aisling Ashbery
April 3, 2015
Shoes
The idea of shopping for shoes on a low budget can be downright scary. Page through any style magazine and try to find a pair for under $100 – just try! Though the fashion magazines might not have us believe…
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Aisling Ashbery
April 3, 2015
Clothes
If you’re looking for a trendy way to be elegant this season, you may want to look into all the styles available to you in a satin mini dress. The mini dress does come with dangers and challenges, but when…
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Aisling Ashbery
April 3, 2015
Clothes
An easy and fun way to take on a summer trend is in your swimwear. The beach is a great place to try out new trends, since all swimwear is automatically appropriate since it’s all … well, swimwear. If you…
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Aisling Ashbery
April 3, 2015
Clothes
It can be tempting to buy those pretty party dresses that brighten up the racks of our favorite stores. The frustrating thing is that often party dresses will crease just hanging in the closet, especially if that closet is a…
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Aisling Ashbery
April 3, 2015
Clothes
There’s no denying it; jumpsuits are in for 2010. When observing these long suits on the racks of clothing stores, it can be easy to feel intimidated. After all, a long length of figure-hugging fabric is not exactly the ideal…
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Aisling Ashbery
April 3, 2015
Clothes
The thermometers are rising and so are all the spirits of those who love summer! And what better way to celebrate the steamy season than by treating yourself to a brand new trendy swimsuit! There are lots of trendy swimsuit…
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Aisling Ashbery
April 3, 2015
Clothes
Cardigans are a God-send to most outfits year-round. Light enough to wear under a jacket or blazer yet cozy enough to keep the chill off of bare arms, they are the perfect completer piece to any outfit. One big trend…
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Aisling Ashbery
April 3, 2015
Clothes
Style inspirations can come from anywhere at all, even video game characters. The danger when taking inspiration from a video game is having an outfit that comes out looking more like a costume and less like an outfit. It’s best…
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Aisling Ashbery
April 3, 2015
Clothes
Few stars have created as much fashion stir as the fascinating Lady Gaga. Many websites relish bashing her latest outfits, claiming each new over-the-top look to be a fashion disaster. But whether you’re gaga for Gaga or think she’s ga-ga-gone…
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Aisling Ashbery
April 3, 2015
Clothes
A romper is essentially a jumpsuit that has short sleeves and shorts instead of long pants. It is on the hot list of summer 2010 trends, but the romper is not the easiest trend to pull off. There are some…
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Aisling Ashbery
April 3, 2015
Clothes
The draped vest can be a tricky trend to pull off. However, it is also a trend that can be incorporated with almost any outfit, from casual to formal. The versatility of this look means it’s a good trend to…
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Aisling Ashbery
April 2, 2015
Shoes
When you’re planning on going out to a party and having a great time, you need to have the perfect party shoes. But what those perfect shoes are will depend on your own personal style aesthetic, the type of party…
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Aisling Ashbery
April 2, 2015
Shoes
Everyone knows that certain styles of clothing are more flattering on certain figures than others, but not everyone is aware that shoes work the same way. As we begin to usher in the fall season, one shoe of particular interest…
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Aisling Ashbery
April 2, 2015
Shoes
When cruising between the store shelves, the shoes that catch our eyes tend to be those with the brightest colors and patterns. But though multi-colored shoes are eye-catching, they can sometimes be difficult to actually wear, especially when we feel…
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Aisling Ashbery
April 2, 2015
Clothes
Unless you have trouble finding time to shop because of all your photo-shoots and runway shows, chances are you don’t have the money to invest in a wardrobe like a model does. But why should they be the only ones…
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Aisling Ashbery
March 28, 2015
Accessories
Sometimes fashion can be frustrating for plus-size women, because it seems like so many styles are designed with a stick-figure in mind. But accessories can be a place where a woman can play with the latest trends, no matter what…
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Aisling Ashbery
March 27, 2015
Accessories
In day-to-day fashion, the accessories offer us a chance to really play and show our creativity. Adding a scarf or hat can completely change an outfit, but it seems like the accepted accessories for prom (despite the fact that it’s…
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Aisling Ashbery
March 27, 2015
Accessories
If the metal-detectors of treasure hunting couples tend to go berserk when you walk by, you might be wearing too many accessories. If magpies follow you in a line, coveting your shimmering shinies, you might be wearing too many accessories….
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Aisling Ashbery
March 27, 2015
Accessories
Accessories offer women a way to have fun and show their personalities. But when you’re trying to strike a specific chord, it can be difficult to know what pieces to choose. The following is a list of jumping-off ideas categorized…
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Aisling Ashbery
March 27, 2015
Accessories
We’ve all seen her. Not in the exact same outfit, of course, though the general idea is the same. She is a woman in a pink flowered top with grey pants. Nothing wrong, is there? Wait, it gets better. She…
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