Styled: Holly

One of the great things
about having a live-in, is using my styling powers on her! ; ) it was great, she had a 3 day event that she needed outfits for, she was concerned about how artsy she could go, so we did a combo of artsy/conservative... It was the perfect mix too! It's just enough artsy to feel comfortable. And yet conservative enough to take seriously!

When you are in a situation when you don't want lose your artsy flair but when you are concerned about not being conservative enough, choose pieces from your closet that can work together.
1. Choose neutrals. It's a good starting point. It also helps ground the outfit. As you see in both pics; there is a black "something", whether it be pants or a shirt, it helps the whole look to flow.

2. Choose something with color. You can totally do the whole no color thing, but you can also through in a touch of color. As you can see with the pants she has on, they have salmon color shaped diamonds all over them. And with the plaid in the other picture, it has a punch of color.

But with each of these looks,, they flow nicely! There isn't a piece that is out of place.

3. Add some flair! It's ok to add glitter, shimmer or sparkle as its not distracting. You never want to overpower your outfit with something that distracts from the other elements in your wardrobe. NEVER a good thing!

But you do want a nice flow in your outfit. A Softness to the whole look, nothing too harsh!

You can totally conquer this look of conservative/artsy!

-Ryn

Beauty find: Tarte creme eyeliner

My new best friend, ladies, is truly the BEST! I'm surprised we didn't find each other sooner! This pot of creaminess is utter perfection! One of the Best Christmas gifts eva! It even comes with a great brush too!

It's so easy to apply, you dip the brush into the creamy goodness, then use the lid to wipe off the excess of the eyeliner. Then apply to eyes... I haven't used it yet for winged eyeliner, but I have used it for the smudge look. I REALLY like that look too! It's worth the money for this item and the time to go out and buy it too!
It's pretty much a fool proof eyeliner! : ) and it stays ALL day! Which I don't know about you, but that's a big deal to me!

The color I'm using is bronze. You may be able to find these eyeliner pots on clearance right now from Christmas kits...

I was just a beautybrands and saw some kits from Christmas, for 35% off!!! Look and shop around for sure!

Procrastination & a Birthday...

Everything seems better than trying to do an outline for some classes I'm teaching at the end of February at ETA Dallas! I've cleaned my bathroom, my bedroom, organized my jewelry, wrote this and put away the final part of Christmas... (I know it sounds bad!) and I've been thinking about how I am turning 25 in the next two weeks! : / I love my birthday, but I'm a quarter of a century! What have I done in my 25 years of living?! I was talking with My friend Holly, and I let these words come out of my mouth: "what do I have to show for it?" And she said:"if you dont see something you like, change it!" Brilliant words, right?! So this year I'm going to do at least 26 things I haven't done yet that I want to! I'm excited about it too! 25 is about taking risks! Life & fashion : ) The Lord be with me the entire time too! : )

Question for you! What was your favorite birthday memory ever?!

-Ryn

Style find: vintage tees

Seriously, how cute and somewhat nerdy of me to like and own this! But I love the look of vintage tees and the NASA is just perfect for me, since I don't prefer to wear most of the bands, NASA was the better choice! But yeah, this shirt is awesome! I can even see the "perfect" outfit for it too!

Which that's a good thing, girls if you can come up with at least two outfits with the item you want to buy, with the items already in your closet... You should probably get it! ; )

Also, if you find an item that you just love and its running low of that item, consider buying it, because if let it go, you may never see it again!

But back to the outfits to style a tee like this:
Blazer, dark maxi skirt, wedges
Blazer, darker wide-leg flowy pants, ballet flats.
Also would work to pair the tee with a tea length skirt, booties, moto jacket or mr.rogers sweater... Or even a vintage tee with a pencil skirt, so chic!
Skinny jeans are also awesome, and flare jeans are kinda rocker-ish :)

Whatever you prefer really!
Go get yourself a vintage tee! You can find vintage tees at target & old navy in the men's sections. Also thrift stores are sometime a good source too!

Super cute right?!

-Ryn

Praise report! Ringing thankfulness...

Soo, awhile ago, I lost one of my most favorite rings... Ever! (While cleaning out my grandpa's house, my nana had a ring that I just loved, so I claimed it as my own) And I looked high and low, but could not find it anywhere! So I prayed, and said, Lord direct my eyes to see where it is!" So The Lord totally came through! (As always) I was cleaning my closet of all things today, and lo and behold, there it was under a sheet set! Oh man! I love the feeling of thanksgiving I was overwhelmed with! It was spontaneous, but sincere. It has to be engraved in the walls of my heart. Man it was so good to thank God! One for the thing that I lost, but also for just being there for me! With things that have come against my family and myself, it was perfect timing! The Lord has impeccable timing! When you feel you can't go any farther, when you feel like you want to just give up, Don't! Hand it over to the Lord, and he will turn your situation upside down and give you the desires of your heart! Just stay steady & know the Lord is always faithful! : )

May opportunities & expectancies abound to you this year!
-Ryn

(Currently wearing the ring on my left ring finger! Praise Him!)

Style find: cozy boho

I really fancy this outfit!

Minus the print on these pants, I like the look of this outfit! REALLY like it! It's so chic boho, yet comfy cozy! The slouchy sweater really helps the whole look! The color helps it to be springy. And the black felt hat is swell too! And the bell bottoms are amazing. So cute!

Totally a look for winter and spring! Throw on some wedges or clogs and you are good to go!

Beauty Find: "mood" lip gloss

Nyx "mood" lip gloss in affectionate. So I went out today with my roomie, and we found ourselves in the Fort Worth area... Ulta to be exact! And I had a gift card burning in my wallet since Christmas, so we just had to go right?! Well, I've seen this lip gloss for awhile and told myself I would buy it sooner or later, well needless to say, I bought it! Plus, they were having a sale on them, buy one get one 50% off!!! Yay!

It feels really good on your lips, not tacky at all! The flavor is delish! The color is just right, since it becomes more intense when it warms up on your lips. It's amazing! Turned the roomie onto it too! You should definitely try it!

Also smashbox has a mood lipgloss as well, but I haven't tried it yet!

Also if go into ulta and ask for an ulta card, and give them your info, each month they'll send you a catalog and coupon, usually $3.50 or $5.00 off your purchase of $10 or more! And once you start building up points, you'll start receiving free stuff and a 20% off coupon about 4-5 times a year! Cha-Ching! : )

Organizing a New Year : )

So I may have started something before I knew how to finish it! My studio is a chaotic mess! I'm trying to clean and organize it but it seems as if the mess is getting bigger! Have you ever felt like that?!
I needed to take a break and get my mind on something different! While cleaning I've had on NeedToBreathe, to make it a livelier task! But still slightly overwhelming! Before I had a studio, my creative corner was in my bedroom! Not the smartest choice! But so Thankful for an extra room now : ) Not sure why I started a feat like this when I'm taking a trip in a few days... But I decided to attack this project early on... : / It's January right? The organizing month! I can do this! : )

I may have to design some business cards first... You know.. to pump up myself for more organizing ; )

All this to say Happy New Year!!! May each day bring us unspeakable joy & may this year flourish with opportunities, expectancy & grace! Let me remind you, The Lord is always Faithful! If it's seems struggling this year, remember He's always faithful! I always seem to think of like a game show on TV where you're supposed to earn so much money but when you reach it, The big-wigs match your money and double it! The Lord is the same way! He will match what you are believing for and double it! He wants to bless ya! Love y'all! - Ryn

Lord help meh! (He will) I'm ready to get back into making clothes and jewels : ) and selling them too!