Saturday, December 17, 2011

let's party, shall we?

Yay! A fashion-filled blog post!

Well it is officially the holiday season, which means lots and lots of dinner parties, holiday gatherings, and new years eve bashes.
To help you choose your outfit for any given type of party you might be invited to this season, here are 10 fantastic looks that will surely turn heads. (Of course they correspond with the 10 main styles from so long ago!)


Fierce Feminine Fashionista: Holiday Party Fashion

Fierce Feminine Fashionista
Dress: Coast
Cowboy Boots: Jigsaw
Clutch: Marc Jacobs
Bib Necklace: Kate Spade
Antler Wrap Ring: House of Harlow
Eye Shadow Duo: Clinique
Celeb: Natalie Portman









Vintage Visionary: Holiday Party Fashion

Vintage Visionary
Fur Stole: Dorothy Perkins
Mary Jane Platform Heels: Miu Miu
Clutch Bag: Brahmin
Stone Ring: Dorothy Perkins
Crystal Hair Piece: River Island
Red Lipstick: Chanel
Celeb: Charlize Theron




Urban Glamazon: Holiday Party Fashion

Urban Glamazon 
Jumpsuit: Ted Baker
Varsity Jacket: Rag & Bone
Metallic Heels: Jeffrey Campbell
Shoulder Bag: Theysken's Theory
Sunglasses: Marc Jacobs
Lipgloss: Dolce & Gabbana
Celeb: Gwen Stefani








Miss Minimalist: Holiday Party Fashion


Miss Minimalist
Top: Maje
Pants: Preen
Jacket: Preen
Wedge Boots: Giuseppe Zanotti
Clutch: Jimmy Choo
Earrings: Prada
Cuff: Reed Krakoff
Celeb: Agyness Deyn









Trailblazing Trendsetter: Holiday Party Fashion

Trailblazing Trendsetter
Fur Jacket: Helene Berman
Pumps: Aldo
Necklace: Lanvin
Bracelets: Forever 21
Earrings: Roberta Chiarella
Eye shadow: Laura Mercier
Celeb: Mila Kunis

Casually Chic: Holiday Party Fashion

Casually Cute
Dress: Dorothy Perkins
Cardigan: Miss Selfridge
Flats: H&M
Clutch: Rebecca Minkoff
Belt: The Corner
Earrings: 1928 Jewelry
Lipstick: Savvy
Celeb: January Jones

Sleek Siren: Holiday Party Fashion

Sleek Siren
Blazer: Gucci
Clutch: Coast
Strappy Heels: Yves Saint Laurent
Bangles: Kate Spade
Ring: Loree Rodkin
Eyeliner: Stila
Nail Polish: OPI
Celeb: Olivia Wilde

Badass Beauty: Holiday Party Fashion

Badass Beauty
Dress: Marios Schwab
Sequined Blazer: Mango
Bullet Casings Bracelet: UncommonGoods
Pistol Necklace: Phix Clothing
Lion Ring: Yochi
Lipstick: Yves Saint Laurent
Celeb: Anna Paquin





Boho Bombshell: Holiday Party Fashion

Boho Bombshell

Bomber Jacket: Armani Jeans
Boots: Timberland
Eye Shadow: MAC
Celeb: Amanda Bynes


Avant Garde Artiste: Holiday Party Fashion

Avant Garde Artiste
Fur Vest: Matthew Williamson
Heel-less Platform Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell
Clutch: Ralph Lauren
Fox Ring: Aubin & Wills
Wood Bangle: Bird
Celeb: Mother Monster




Thank you so much for following/looking at my blog! Happy Holidays from Nerdy Couture! :)

Friday, December 9, 2011

the doctor? doctor who?

For all you Doctor Who fans out there:


I've been working on a special holiday blog post, so stay tuned for more! :)

Saturday, December 3, 2011

but I still had my bedazzler

Gaga's new video!! If you've ever struggled with artistic identity or making it in the business, you'll understand this video:


Note: Not for people who can't stand nudity

See ya next time <3 :)

Friday, November 18, 2011

i like links

Hi!
I swear, I will post some super amazing blog posts about fashion and stuff, but I'm still working on it!
In the meantime, here are some really awesome links that you should check out!

Fashion and Clothing:
Steampunk Couture: http://www.mikapoka.com/2011/11/steampunk-couture.html

25 Kickass Custom Kids Costumes: http://www.smosh.com/smosh-pit/photos/25-kickass-custom-kid-costumes

Lady Gaga Dolls: http://www.flickr.com/photos/veik11/sets/72157621855594581/

Sea of Shoes: http://seaofshoes.typepad.com/sea_of_shoes/

Food:
thisiswhyyourefat: http://thisiswhyyourefat.tumblr.com/

Art:
Psykopaint: http://www.psykopaint.com/index.html

Nerdy Stuff:
redbubble: http://www.redbubble.com/

Top 25 Geeks in Movies: http://blog.moviefone.com/2010/08/06/best-geeks-movie-characters/

See ya later! Thanks! :)

Friday, November 4, 2011

you were born this way

Do you support LGBT rights/ individuality/ equality/ general peace and love?
If so, you should take a look at these websites that also happen to be on Twitter:


The Born This Way Foundation, started by Lady Gaga, advocates equality, bravery, and individualism. The full website gets launched in 2012, but you can check Lady Gaga's Twitter feed for more news about the organization. 


Perhaps one of the most well-known gay rights organizations, the NOH8 Campaign was started during the controversy of Proposition 8 (ban on gay marriage). Unfortunately, the bill was passed and marriage was banned for anyone in the LGBT community. However, the campaign continues to gain thousands of supporters, especially on the NOH8 Campaign Twitter profile


Another well-known LGBT campaign is the Human Rights Campaign. They advocate "equality across America," and create events to promote LGBT equality in the USA. HRC also advocates protection against hate crimes, including bullying. They too have a Twitter account.


Actup.org advocates HIV awareness and LGBT rights across the globe by reporting on the latest news. Their stories have been translated into 52 different languages, which is a significant resource for supporters around the world. They often update their Twitter account.


In the deaf community, Purple helps deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals by offering interpreter services and advocating civil rights. What they do for the deaf community is truly inspiring. Here is their Twitter account.

Who knew there were so many inspirational organizations that you can follow on Twitter?
If ya forgot, I am also on Twitter! See ya later :)

Saturday, October 22, 2011

fashion and aliens

I made a look for the Versace for H&M competition! Here's my look:
Pretty crazy, yes?
Anyways, you should totally create your own Polyvore set for the competition too! Apply here: LINK or through H&M's Facebook page. Have fun!

Bytheway I can't wait for the new Doctor Who Christmas episode!!!!!! 
I CAN'T WAITTTTTT

Friday, October 14, 2011

out of the box, into this blog

I thought I should put some pictures of really amazing, beautiful avant garde fashion on here. Here ya go!





Guo Pei
Hong Kong Fashion Week: Fall/Winter 2010






Yegor Zaitsev
(Above) Russian Fashion Week: Fall/Winter RTW 2010
(Below) Russian Fashion Week: Spring RTW 2010





Jean Charles de Castelbajac
(Above) Paris: Fall RTW 2009
(Below) Paris: Spring/Summer RTW 2008





Alexander McQueen
Fall RTW 2009





Hussein Chalayan
(Above) Spring RTW 2007
(Below) Spring RTW 2009





Givenchy
(Above) Paris: Fall Couture 2010
(Below) Paris: Fall Couture 2011





(Above) Jeffery Campbell
(Below) Dior: Spring/Summer Couture 2009

See u next time! :)

Sunday, October 2, 2011

NI NI!!!!!

HELLO THERE :D
So pretty much everyone has seen Toddlers and Tiaras. If you haven't, go watch it now. It is creepy beyond belief. Recently I found this video, and well.... if you haven't seen the show, you'll still laugh at its craziness. 


Toddlers & Tiaras with Ashley Tisdale

Smell ya later! :)


Sunday, September 11, 2011

worst of the worst

Hello Sweetie! (Doctor Who reference... don't ask)
Remember that post about fabulous homecoming dresses? Well here are the worst ones I found, and yes, there are plenty.
And no, I'm not telling you where I found them, because I'm saving you from buying them.


I wonder which short, infamously-orange, Jersey resident she is trying to look like. Hmmmm....


Skirt = gold spray-painted trash bag 


This is one of the cheapest looking dresses I've ever seen. It looks like it's made of colored plastic wrap over blue tissue paper. 

Turquoise One Shoulder Dresses

This must be related to the one above. They're the cheap ugly blue fabric, one-shoulder mini-dress twins.


I love her creepy facial expression. The sleeve looks like it's lined with duck tape. 

Celeste-Black/Fuchsia Homecoming Dress

What is this monstrosity.


This isn't how you design a choker neckline dress. It's not actually supposed to choke someone. 


Oh dear gawd..

Black Strapless Cocktail Dresses

It's amazing how unflattering this dress is. Puckering cheap fabric along the middle of one's body is the worst way to show it off. 

Luminous Tie-Shoulder Dress

Tight, one-shoulder bib dress-- For more modest individuals


Super hyper colorful twins. They seem very happy. 


Super extreme shoulder pad = not always flattering with a super tight mini-dress


Wow that's bad. I'm still in shock someone would let their daughter/relative/friend/facebook friend/acquaintance wear this horrific-ness.

I hope you enjoyed that ugliness. See you next time sweetie! :)

best of the best

Homecoming that is.
So I decided I'm going to try and attend every single dance at my school this year. We'll see how that goes, but I'm sure I'll have fun at every single one.
So I started looking up dresses for homecoming (I think I may already have a dress that works, but I was bored and started looking up dresses).
Here are the best:

I seriously could not find the designer of this dress, which makes me so so sad. Not only is this frock adorable, it also works for all body types. Price Range: 120-130$

Fire Hardware Detailed Strapless Dress (Juniors)

Design by Fire Hardware
Do you love that tribal trend? If so, This dress will most likely appeal to you. Simple and subdued, yet sweet and casual! Price: 46$
Find it here: shop.nordstrom.com


Designer: Topshop
From the thin gold belt to the slight colourblocking, this garment screams subtle luxury (or Gucci Spring RTW 2011, whichever works.) Price: 55 euros (76$)
Find it here: topshop.com



Design by Ruby Rox
Sophisticated, fun, and cute. Reminds me a lot of Audrey Hepburn and Zooey Deschanel. Price Range: 75-100$
Find it here: macys.com and rubyrox.com

The Finalist Dress

Design by Modcloth
Gorgeous-ness. Seriously divine fabric. If you love 50s/60s style, you probably can't stop staring at this dress like I am right now. Works for every body type. Price: 70$
Find it here: modcloth.com



Design by Roberta
Totally adorable. The perfect strapless "tea party" dress that every girl searches endlessly for. Price Range: 50-70$
Find it here: macys.com


Design by Topshop
Adorable badassness. There's something so wonderful about a little black leather dress. Price: 50 euros (70$)
Find it here: topshop.com

Lush Crossover Asymmetric Hem Dress (Juniors)

Design by Lush
Really really... "designer-y." Simple, but looks somewhat expensive. Interesting asymmetrical hemline. Note: Probably won't work with all body types. Price: 48$
Find it here: shop.nordstrom.com


Design by Modcloth
Perfect for Boho Babes. Has that perfect "beachy" feeling to it, and is also super elegant. Price: 85$
Find it here: modcloth.com


Design by Topshop
Really unique. The shape is so simple, but the beaded fringe definitely add some fun. Price: 175 euros (243$)
Find it here: topshop.com

I seriously could go on and on and on but I have to go eat something. Bye :)
Oh and don't worry, the worst are yet to come.