Dreaming In Gold And Glitter
June 16, 2009
Playing around in my closet yesterday, I found myself with a golden trio of glittering styles. From shorts that dazzle to shoes that shine to nails that twinkle in the light. Are you dreaming in gold and glitter?
These shorts are fantastic- but I’ll get to them in a moment. When I first put them on I realized I had the nail polish to match already. Isn’t it funny how things work out like that? If you will remember my Nails That Rock: Dipped In A Pot Of Gold post featuring this golden glittered color pictured below, then you can see how fun of a match it would be paired with these fabulous shorts.
Next are the shoes, a pair I picked up from a local boutique shop in Miami forever ago and maybe spent fifteen dollars on, maybe. I used to find such great style discoveries there, you just never knew what would come up. Sizes were limited so you would always have to show up early for them. But these are real fun:
I love how the tip goes past the toe at an angle and is finished off with a little gem. Very cute and elegant subtle touch- goes a long way. The design is fabulous, too- and the fact that it has a crystal shaped “T” also caught my eye, for my name. Fun, fun.
They are an easy way to dress up an outfit as well, and are great for a glamorous day look.
Now onto the shorts- another grand find from yesstyle! The shorts come in silver as well, but I have been wanting to incorporate more gold pieces into my wardrobe and thought they were just the thing. So simple but bold in design.
I wore these with just a simple and loose black top. Not much is needed with these shorts- they are a nice statement piece on their own. A nice way to change things up when you are running around doing errands.
So there you are, something a little different and dazzling in gold. It isn’t something I would do on a daily basis- but that’s the point. Keeping it interesting, stylish, unique and fun. I love how one simple piece can change an outfit so greatly.
def gonna look for the nail polish
even at my skinniest I would never be able to pull off a look with those shorts. The sandals on the other hand… ^_^
mmmmm sparkles….
(in my best Homer Simpson voice)
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the nail polish is insane, I have only seen it in that color though- would be curious if it is in others.. silver or even colors would be pretty glamorous.
If not matching the shorts- I think gold nail polish with matching eye shadow would look extremely bold and gorgeous!
Homer would be proud, was just watching some Simpsons last night, ha!
oh this is too funny, me commenting on fashion stuff.. it takes a Manly Man to be this out there right?
Anyway, “technical question” for you, this is something I may need for a gift… does your glitter nail polish have a transparent base? So if you painted it over a color, would the color show through? And if so, is it a common brand that a guy could walk in and buy with out a lot of trama?
Thanks
Love your blog and keep doing the videos!
Carlin
Ha ha, not at all- I find the men especially will come out when shoes are in discussion so I think you are fine
It does have a clear/transparent base so it could easily be applied on top of a color to add extra glamor, and I picked this one up at Walgreens! So you should have no trouble finding it- it is from Maybelline. Super easy and very fun.
Thank you, have been having fun with the videos, this is something I will definitely be bringing more of soon.
xx
Hey cool
This is fun, and here I thought it would be a bit weird !
Hugs and have a great day!
Carlin
Nah, it’s pretty fun around here
Even have the cocktails out for it! Have a great one!
Caught your site from the twitter link. I’m digging the gold shorts quite a bit. I’d never wear them but then again, I don’t have the legs for them
Yay, I love connecting from twitter! Well, it’s more the glitter appeal- like the nails and shoes. There is always some sort of sequined glitter accessory that can dazzle up an outfit