Sunglasses Case Refashion

Now that we're getting some sunny days out in the Pacific NW, I've been wearing my Ray-Bans every single time I get behind the wheel. I have severe migraines, so heavy duty sunglasses are a must.

However, the sunglasses case that Ray-Bans come in is snoozeville. I decided to spruce it up with rough stripes with a fun monogram. I grabbed my cheerful yellow paint and went to town. Well, clever ol' me did not think about how yellow stripes on a black case would look, and you can't tell in the photos, but it ended up far too reminiscent of a bumblebee for my taste.

The luck of many DIYs, this one included, is that they can be re-made over and over again! I'm going to leave it as it is for now, but I'm sure this will get a nice makeover the next time I'm bored and feeling crafty.

Anyway, here is a super quick and easy how-to.

Materials
Pencil or wax pencil
Paint
Brush

1. Lightly mark the design onto the case. I did stripes, but chevrons, checks, polka dots, swirls, anything, will look great.

2. Paint one side. Let dry. Paint the other side. Let dry. Repeat, adding coats until you are satisfied with the look.

Now protect your shades in style!

Monday Math

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A HOT, GENDER EQUAL, CUDDLY, INSPIRED MONDAY.

At least that's how I'm choosing to look at it ;)

Links: Feminist Ryan Gosling, Puppy, Trailer Print

Get the Style: Preppy

This is the first post in a series I've dreamed up. I'm going to detail how to get a specific look by throwing on a few pieces. Some future looks will be hipster, sporty, and boho. Let me know what other looks you want to see explained.

A hint of preppy: To add just a touch of a preppy aesthetic to an outfit, get classy with some pearls. At your neck, in your ears, and on your wrists, pearls dress up any outfit,which is why they are worn by those wanting to look a little more refined in their casuals.  If pearls aren't available, try some jewelry with a delicate chain. Add a headband, ribbon, or anything with a bow, and you're on your way to being a prepster.

No doubt about it: Khaki shorts, boat shoes, and polo shirts announces to the world you are a prep. Pastels are preferred colors, and for when it's chilly, step away from the hoody, and pick up a (pastel, duh) cardigan instead. 

Going all the way: This is full commitment. Bottoms with whales, lobsters, and ducks embroidered on the bottom make this style. Madras, the patchwork style is a way to be a little more casual. Lilly Pulitzer prints scream "preppy" and monograms on everything are a way to mark your property, stylishly. 

Here is a link to my Polyvore sets, where you can find all the products I used.

I hope everyone now feels suitably aware of what items to choose depending on how preppy you want to look. This was a ton of fun, and my first time on Polyvore. I would love to hear feedback!
xo, H 

DIY: Glitter Cap-Toe Ballet Flats

I used to live in my black ballet flats, but after I wore my favorite pair out, the next pair I got wasn't very comfortable, and I only wore them when I had to. I recently came across some old rainbow glitter, and knew right away that it was exactly what I needed to give my flats a new look.

Skirt- Talula c/o Aritzia; Bangles- Nordstrom BP; Bag- Thrifted; Shoes- DIY

My shoes had an extra piece of material on the heel as embellishment, so I glittered that part to make it look even, but I recommend avoiding that if possible. Gravity is not your friend in that case.

Here's the how-to!

1. Mix equal parts Modpodge and glitter in a plastic container. I used a small Tupperware that was missing a lid, but yogurt, sour cream, etc. containers work just as well. 

2. Apply painters tape to the shoe at the point where you want the glitter to end.

3. Using a paint or foam brush, apply the Modpodge/glitter to the shoe. Let dry, and repeat until shoe is covered.

After two coats have dried

Right after third coat was applied

4. Covering the rest of the shoe with plastic, seal the glittered part with a clear varnish.

Tip: Use finer glitter. Mine was big and chunky, and made the texture more bumpy than I anticipated.

These are sure to turn heads, and I love that they can be as formal or casual as desired.