Marigot Pajamas: Best Valentine's Day Gift Ever?

When you think Valentine's Day gifts, you think jewelry, chocolate...and as far as anything you wear in the bedroom, you think lingerie. But since most of us don't frolic about in bustiers and garters, one of the best gifts you can give and/or receive this Valentine's Day is a pair of pajamas from Marigot Collection. These PJs are basically too cute for words, and still have a little bit of sex appeal in their men's pajamas-inspired silhouette - try switching them up by wearing the shirt with shorts or the pants with a tank. They're comfy and cozy for winter days spent inside, the kind of classic loungewear and sleepwear every girl needs. So, you don't need to be hooked up to get these - they make the perfect gift from or for your S.O., but they're also just the ticket for giving to your sister, BFF, mom, aunt, cousin...and yourself, duh.

This star-print pair, $132, is just in time for February 14th with its pink and white palette...

 

...as is this chic checked pair: 

And this elephant-print robe, $175 is too irresistible for words:

 

Handbags and Hugs,

Astor 

What We're Wearing January 31st, 2014

Today I'm wearing Victoria's Secret Shiny Kiss Flavored Gloss. This sweet, citrus scented gloss has high shine with a wet, yet not over the top look. 

Plus, it's not sticky and has just enough of a pale pink tint to wear alone or over a lipstick. Not to mention it smells delish!

Perfectly Glossed Kisses,

Sutton 

I know there has been a lag in actual personal style shots from me for this weekly post, and no, I have not had a chemical peel gone wrong. Frankly, it’s just really cold, you guys. I basically don’t take off my coat even indoors, so not much to see. I’m really looking forward to some warmth and sunshine so I can get a little more creative – and by that, all I’m asking for is a nice like 45 degrees. 

For now, I give you three interpretations of my recent uniform: the cropped sweater and the skater skirt. This combo is just really flattering, easy to wear, comfortable and hits that ‘90s-grunge-downtown-cool kind of mark.

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Sweater: $17.80 at Forever 21
Skirt: $60.00 at Daily Look



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Sweater: $28 at MissGuided  
Skirt: $50 at DailyLook



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Sweater: $58 at John Lewis 
Skirt: $35 at Dorothy Perkins 


Handbags and Hugs,

Astor

Buy This Now: CND Vinylux Nailpolish

I have a new obsession - CND Vinylux top coat. You NEED to go and purchase this immediately, I got it on Amazon. 

So far, I only have the top coat, I haven't tried the Vinylux colors, but believe me, I will be purchasing them. This top coat wears like gel or shellac polish - it lasts forever before chipping and keeps your nails super shiny. It looks just like wet polish - mega shine! Manicures at home just got amped up a notch. But that's not even the best part! 

While I love getting shellac or gel polish done at a salon, I don't love the price, and I DESPISE removing it. Not only is it time consuming and difficult - I hate how it leaves my nails weak, dull and overall less healthy.

The absolute must-buy reason for this polish - it comes off with regular nail polish as easily as regular nail polish. I promise you, it just swipes off - no soaking cotton balls and holding them on your nails, no intense rubbing and no peeling.

I painted my nails with regular, Essie polish and applied this top coat. This picture is of my nails A WEEK AND A HALF LATER! 

I would love to see pictures of your nails after using this top coat - email me at SuttonVanB@gmail.com

Perfectly Glossed Kisses, 

Sutton

What to Wear on the Beach in 2014

Summer might still seem like a lifetime away but that doesn’t mean you can’t get in the mood for some sunshine with some gorgeous new swimwear. This summer is set to see some key trends poolside with prints, vintage cuts and Eastern influences taking centre stage. Gone is last year’s focus on fringing and ruffling as simple cuts are back in. Cut-away styles are still on trend, but not to 2013’s level, so choose carefully if you’re looking for a one-piece to show some extra skin.  

 

Vintage

Vintage cuts are a reoccurring theme in one form or another most seasons and 2014 will be no exception. High-waist shorts and bustiers are a key feature, which is great news for anyone wanting to cover up a little more and still look sexy on the beach. Emma Mulholland’s collection didn’t go as far back to the 1950s, as she focused on super-fun throwback ‘80s style colours and cuts with plenty of neon. 

Navy

Nautical and navy go hand in hand so it’s a natural choice for swimwear and its set to be huge at the beach this summer. At Fashion Week Miami 2013, Chloe showcased beautifully simple swimwear many of which featured block navy colours or stripes. This trend has also been reflected in high street collections with brands such as South Beach Official using navy, and in this case combining the colour with a cute pattern, to create a pretty two-piece.

Go East

There was a definite Eastern vibe on the catwalks for this season’s swimwear with Dolores Cortes’s show delivering dip-dyed swimsuits, animal prints and pieces in the key colours of saffron, gold and red. The models in Cortes’s collection featured stunning gold head dresses and turbans to emphasise the rich exotic theme of the collection. The Eastern trend is great for cover-ups too as kaftans and sarongs in rich shades are the perfect accessory for hitting the beach bar.

Geometric

Mara Hoffman is known for her love of prints and her 2014 collection delivers bright and bold geometric patterns in eye-popping neon, which also have a touch of Eastern influence. Australian label Suboo also used a geometric pattern as their key print this season, this time in white and greys with a touch of colour to give this look a sophisticated feel. Geometrics are a good choice for girls looking to add some shape to their beach outfits as block patterns can create the illusion of curves.

- By Sarah Stewart