Travel 101

Traveling 101 , lesson begins :

PACKING

When packing, pack clothes that are light and thin. Go for tank tops, basic tees, shorts, leggings and personally I think its safe to have a pair of jeans with you. But jeans can be so heavy sometimes, so the best way is to wear it there, and wear it back as well. Also, a good quality cardigan is also important, not only its stylish, but it keep you warm :)

We girls definitely wanna travel with style, so accessories are a must, but they can be quite heavy especially those chunky ones. Thus the best choice would be a really versatile ring, chain or bracelet that goes with anything. I would suggest bracelet, because you may wanna hang your camera around you neck.





WHAT TO WEAR AT THE AIRPORT

Apparel
My favorite would be a pair of jeans for the flight. Go for a spaghetti strapped top and pair if with a you're favorite cardigan or blazer. This look is totally effortless, stylish and comfortable as well. Try not to wear belts and chains because this triggers to metal detectors and you'll end up taking it off to go through the body check. Another great accessory would be a scarf, as seen on Blake Lively in the picture below.




Shoe
Flats are definitely essential, a pair of Converse flats would be perfect, as it goes well with almost anything, and everything! Definitely comfortable, leave you blister-free! You may not believe it, but a pair of Crocs would be perfect for travelling! Because its made out of rubber, it's lasting and waterproof. Imagine going to the beach, you won't want to bring a pair of Converse, and an additional pair of slippers. Thus Crocs is the perfect selection if you're trip includes a trip to the beach!



Bag
A hobo would be alright when on the plane, but when your out and about, a hobo may be really distracting, I would recommend a sling back instead, and if you'd carry a backpack, that'd be the best choice!



HAIR ACCESSORIES

Go for a bun and tie it with ribbon hair tie. If you have short hair, go for headbands instead. Still prefer to leave it down? Make sure to bring a simple black hair tie along, in case the weather gets burning hot and you don't care how ugly you'll look with you hair tied up! ;D



That's all for this post! Stay tuned for more! :)

Love
J.

Who's looking hot? MARION!

I'm Marion St. Joan, 18 yrs old, and I come from Sabah :D
I don't really have a specific fashion icon, I just get inspired from everyone from blogs.
My style is really simple, plain clothes but mixed with a few animal prints. And gold accessories.
In a way, to me, fashion is important because its a way to be creative in a daily life. It's a way to feel good about youself, among all of the other things that makes us feel good.

I'd like to share here,some of the few fashion blogs that I like:
http://mrnewton.net/
http://www.thestylerookie.com/
http://www.hanneli.com/

-- great blogs that your readers can get style tips from :)

you can find her @ http://www.mimirello.blogspot.com/

Splashes of colours Part 2 - Blue

TODAY'S COLOUR : BLUE

1. BEETCH topshop inspired bunny vest - RM39
2. ANCIENT ORCHIDS shoulder patty @ RM30
3. VCOTTAGE denim dress @ RM30

1. TAKE A BREAK'S high waisted denim skirt @ RM36
2. V@MP denim button high waisted shorts @ RM32
3. DRESS2DAZZLE rose buttons high waisted short @ RM39

1. GLOSSY ADDICTION polivinyl bag @ RM65

2. FIVE PETALS SHOP embroidered pouch @ RM8

1. XTRA PRECIOUS blue swarovski crsytal earrings @ RM45
2. MINIBITES blue cupcake earrings @ RM12
3. SIGNATURE PIECES headband @ RM18

ANNOUNCEMENT

Hey guys! Here are a few things I would like to say :

1. SORRY for the really slow updates, but I hope you guys love what I've put up here. I'm open to criticism so feel free to drop me your questions and critics (or encouragement ;D )using the c-box, or you can leave us an email here at COLLEGEFASHIONMALAYSIA@GMAIL.COM

2. If you actually know that we recently had this small competition, I realized the time given was too short. I am extending the period of the competition, but since I have one very quick response from this girl named Marion, I decided to choose her as our VERY FIRST WINNER for this round.

3. You can submit your entries starting from now till 31st of August, and the winner will be revealed on the 1st of September. This time, the lucky winner will get something special from Bangkok! Yes! I'm heading to Bangkok this Friday!

4. The next post will be part 2 of SPLASHES OF COLORS, and after that post, you'll read all about Marion and of course, her pictures she submitted for the 'Who's looking hot' segment.

STAY TUNE!

x
J.

Splashes of colours Part 1 - PINK

To be honest, this post is actually inspired by Cleo Magazine. I came across something really similar so I decided to do something similar using clothes from blogshops I come across.

Today's colour : PINK!

1. AGAPE BOUTIQUE pink heels @ RM 50
2. AGAPE BOUTIQUE pink flats @ RM 41
3. MOMENTO SHOE velvet flats @ RM50
4. TRES TRESORS pink wedges @ RM130

1. ONE HOT MINUTE pink tote @ RM60
2. NOLITA FAIRYTALE mulberry alexa large bag @ RM160

1. PINEBERRY cotton pearl necklace dress @ RM55
2. LE CLOTHES dropwaist pink cotton dress @ RM40
3. LA ROBE toga saree maxi @ RM80

1. DARLING BABES striped candy shorts @ RM16
2. TWO DOPEY DWARFTS acid wash pink shorts @ RM19
3. EMCEE COUTURE frills cotton skirt @ RM35

1. PLAYGROUND BOUTIQUE endless lace @ RM39
2. ZE GARDEN ribboned printed tank top @ RM39
3. JUJUMILKY pink dotted top @ RM45

STAY TUNE FOR PART 2! Any colors you readers specifically want? :) Leave your comments below! ;)

Different style for different bodyshapes

PEAR SHAPED

Pear shaped women are generally fuller around the hips but small on the chest and shoulders. The area you want people to focus is definitely on the top part of your body thus to balance out, so if you have a pear shaped body, clothes you want to choose are :



Choose :

• Wide collared tops
  
• Bright colored tops (sorry tops above are all dark, just to show some wide collared tops)
• Large patterned tops
• Puffy sleeved tops
  
• Straight cut skirts/pants/jeans

Avoid :

• High waisted pants
• Pleated/flared skirt
• Patterned skirt

REVERSED PEAR SHAPED

These are women that are of the total opposite of pear shaped women. They appear larger on the upper half of the body. With full chest and broad shoulders, you'll want to choose clothes like:




Choose :

• Wide leg jeans
• Flared skirt
• Babydoll dresses/tops
• Layered dress

Avoid :

• Wide collar tops
• Tight jeans
• Heavily patterned top
• Volumous tops eg:batwing, puffed sleeves

APPLE SHAPED
Apple shaped women are heavy around the middle area. Flowy materials and tops/dresses that doesn't focus on the waist area will look best on you. Some of the clothes you would want to choose would be :



Choose :

• Flowy dresses
• Babydoll tops
• Straight cut blouses
• Straight cut pants
• Polko dotted patern

Avoid :

• Verticle lines
• 'tent' or 'bubble' dresses
• Waist cut dresses
• Large belts

HOURGLASS SHAPED

Hourglass shaped women are said to be the most 'in trend' or 'wanted' in this era. Having curves and a sexy waist line though, has its challenge when an hourglass shaped is both heavy on the top and the bottom as well. Some of the dresses and tops you would want to choose :



Choose :

• Wrap around dress
• Bodycon dress/skits
• Waist belts
• V neck basic tees

Avoid :

• High round neck tees
• Flowy dresses
• Loose tops/blouse
• Bubble dresses

THE YARDSTICK!

Famous for the slim and slender body, they can wear just about anything! That is why they are most prevalent in the fashion line. Though, try to avoid waist belts because I personally would think that it makes you even thinner.


I hope this post helps! All the best girls :)

Love,
J

New Sections and our FIRST competition!

Hello girls! We're now launching 2 new section in our blog called "Reader's Wonder" and "Who's Looking Hot?"

"Reader's Wonder" section basically help sort some of your fashion questions and problems, and we will answer them by posting them as blogpost here at Fashion Challenge!

- Email your questions to collegefashionmalaysia@gmail.com

"Who's Looking Hot" is a section for all those fashionistahs who wants to show off their looks here at Fashion Challenge!

- Email your picture/s (2 at most) to collegefashionmalaysia@gmail.com with your name and other details you would like to share. We'll Email you back with a short interview questions, no worries, it'd be questions on your fashion styles and your personal favorites.

Since this will be our first time doing this section, we will choose one lucky winner from both sections to receive a mystery gift from us! (You'll love the gift I promise!) And also one very important note, the last day for your to submit your entries is on the 31st of July 2010!

Once again here are the important things to take note :

1. Email entries/questions to collegefashionmalaysia@gmail.com
2. The last day of submission would be on the 31st of July
3. Participants are allowed to take part in both sections, but only one entry each

So what you waiting for?! Submit your entries NOW! :)