Look Who's Back

I'm such a bad blogger! It has been way too long since I last posted on here, made a YouTube video, took pictures, etc. It's kind of pathetic because I know how important blogging is to me and how beneficial it can be to my future career.
School just started last week, so I'm trying to juggle schoolwork, homework, work, and other things I'm involved in. It's hard; I've never been this busy before, and I'm always tired. My regular Internet activities (blogging, vlogging, etc.) were basically pushed aside, but something one of my friends said to me last week basically woke me up.
My friend told me that while she was in Walmart one day, she saw some random girl (random as in "we don't know her at all") watching one of my videos. My friend didn't know I make videos, so when she saw the girl in Walmart watching one of my videos, she thought "Hey, that girl in the video looks familiar!" When she realized that the girl in the video was me, she started watching my videos too.
This really made me realize that what I'm doing on the Internet is not going unnoticed. People are watching my videos, checking out my blogs, and viewing my pictures (Whether everyone is actually liking/appreciating what I have to offer, or not, the point is: I'm being noticed, and I can make something out of this.) I'm progressing, slowly but surely.
So, the point of this long blog post was to let you-all know that I'm back in full effect. Let's get to business!

-Diane <3

Some "lost photos".
I took these pictures in June, but after I took them, I decided that my outfit was too plain & ugly, and my face was just not looking right (neither was my hair), so I never posted them. But hey...I don't feel like taking any pictures right now, so I might as well post 'em!

black t-shirt, DIY giraffe printed skirt, silver spike bracelet, brown lace-up boots (My favorite shoes! I'm wearing them right now.)

How To: Dress Trendy for Work

So many women are concerned about dressing appropriate for work while still managing to keep their sense of fashion. I did a little fashion research, and here are a few tips I found that will help you dress fashionably for your corporate job.

Bazaar - April 2011

• Pair unexpected colors for modern suiting (camel blazer and red pants)

• Strong-tailored seperates

Elle - April 2011

• Simple shapes in bright colors will keep a basic outfit un-boring (color block).  

• Conserative dress and outrageous shoes
• You can wear pattern. You can wear short (opaque tights help keep things appropiate) things. The difference between looking finished or not lies in the details: gorgeous, groomed hair; a structured bag; and classic killer heels.

Cosmopolitan - May 2011

• Denim gets all sophisticated when it hooks up with a drapey silk blouse and a chunky bracelet.

 

• Paired with a tailored blazer, a mini skirt seems suddenly professional. A low heel downplays your showing a lot of leg.

• Disguise a t-shirt's casual vibe by tucking it into a pencil skirt and belting it at the waist.

Instyle - July 2011

• Impress work associates in a dark sheath with flashes of brilliance.
• Turn on the glow with a form-fitting dress in a shimmery fabric. The touches of gold at your wrist and on your bag and heels make it clear you know how to shine.

• For a twist on the tuxedo, try dramatic black draped with a soft white cowl to light up your face. Echo the black-and-white with your purse; then add sexy sandals.

Glamour - September 2011

• For a corporate job wear things that flatter, but aren't revealing, like a classic sheath dress. No cleavage, but arms are okay.

• A one-piece (jumpsuit) for work is possible. Add a blazer to look pulled together, not pajama party.

• Try tall, flat boots - so stylish and comfy, and great for work

Elie Tahari boots

Cosmopolitan - September 2011

• Wide leg trousers are a Monday-to-Friday staple. Add a belt and a tucked in top.
• With a tucked-in blouse and skinny belt, denim looks polished enough for work.

• Accessories are essential! Use fun and trendy accessories to punch up your outfit. Some current accessory trends are:
• Snakeskin bags (work as a neutral, so wear them with anything)

• Beaded or feathered (boho) jewelry 

• Strong,  bold, architectural pieces

• Gemstones in geometric settings

• Color Block bags (3 colors max)

 

• Minimalist bags (Solids with a trim are chicest. Look for a small envelope size.)

• Sleek ankle booties

 

• Glam loafers (perfect with a knee-length skirt or pants for work)

 

• Lace-ups (to offset the tie's casual feel go skyscraper high)