DIY: Distressed Jeans

Mmm, bro, I just got done watching A Haunting in Connecticut and I'm soo flipped out right now lol. Anywayy, on a better note, I just found out how to make those holey jeans that cost about 20 dollars more then the regular ones!

So, it all started when I was at the roller skating rink with my friends and I experienced a pretty intense wipe out, causing a huge hole is one of my Hollister jeans, bummer. So, I did some researching and and found a good method to get those holes with the strings still attached and everything.

You will need:

• Sandpaper
• a needle or a small stick (I used the tip of a lead pencil)
• An old pair of jeans

First, use the back pockets as the test. Put your hand in the pocket and rub the sandpaper across in a horizontal motion. If you get the outcome you want, proceed.

I've found this is easier with the jeans on, so put on the jeans and take the sandpaper and rub it horizontally on the spots you want the holes. You are probably going to get the holes in patches, so for the stray strings, you would use the needle to gently run it in between the strings unwinding it. If you want to add some finishing thouches, just run the sandpaper on the edge of the pockets. That's all there is to it. Voila.

Here are some of my results:

I'm still not completely finised yet, but yeahh, thats the basic. Hope it helped.

New name?

Ok, soo, Viva La Fashion isn't relle a good name for what this blog is about. So, it would be a lifesaver if you could suggest some good names for a high school fashion blog. Anything will help.
Thanksss : D

High School Survival Guide

Alright soo, I'm sure every is stoked to be going back to school in the upcoming months, not! Anywayy, weather your and upcoming freshmen, or just going to another grade, these tips will be a lifesaver.


Lets first start with the clothe.

• Have ed least 5 pairs of jeans, that pretty much what your going to be wearing for the next 4 or so years, unless you like to dress up a lot. Have a range a styles from skinny to flare and different washes so it adds some variety to your wardrobe.
• 4-5 basic tee shirts. Doesn't matter if it has logo or not, but these are going to be a life saver if you wake up or just don't want to wake up. You just throw one of these on and a pair of jeans and there you go, an outfit. Just don't make this a everyday thing, it gets boring.
• 2 button downs. These are for the days you want to look put together and nice, or have a nice dinner to go to. I've been seeing plaid button downs around lately, and I can't wait to get one.
• 3 polos. Just a basic.
• 1 zipper down jacket. This is so you can wear a tanktop, just put the jacket over it.
• 2 sweaters. A cute way to be warm during the winter months.
• Something other than jeans. Just to mix it up a bit.
• Underwear. It set off the whole outfit.

Face/Makeup

• Keep it basic, if your like me and have to wake up at 5:30 for school, the last thing you want to do is put on a face full of makeup.
• What I mean by basic is foundation, concealer (if needed), eye liner, mascara, and some lip gloss.
• A good skincare product is a must.
• A good undereye bag cream. This is a only if you need it thing. I have undereye bags and you can't even imagine how bad they are after little sleep.

Hair

• If you need it, invest in a good hair straightner. It seems like every girl uses one of these. Also use a good heat protectant spray so it dosnt damage your hair.
• A brush, enough said.
• Dry shampoo. Its a lifesaver if you wake up late. Just spray it on, run a bursh through your hair, and it will no longer be greasy or anything.

Good luck, and if I'm missing any thing, feel free to state that in the comments section.

Scarfs muchh

Soo, I personally lovee the look of wearing a scarf. Jessica Alba is a great example because in almost every picture I've seen of her, she is wearing one. I cant honestly say that i have like a lot of these and try to incorporate them in most of my outfits. The great thing is, is that you can wear these despite the weather now. I live in Florida and I have no problem wearing one in 90 degree weather. They add color to any outfit and look great.

1. Pink Plaid Scarf, Forever 21, $7.80

2. Pinstripe Metallic Scarf, American Eagle, $19.50

3. Navy Plaid Scarf, Hollister Co., $39.50

4. Neon Plaid Scarf, Rue 21, $6.99

5. Fab Braid Corner Scarf, Forever 21, $6.50

6. Cleo Scarf, Delias, $19.50

Ray Bans anyone?

Okayy, so summer is here and the number one essential for summer is of coarse, sunglasses. I was at Busch Gardens a couple weeks ago and I saw someone wearing a pair of Ray Ban Wayfarer sunglasses and I thought they looked soo cute and vintage. That's when I started noticing them in all stores and even on celebrities, like the ones above on Sienna Miller, Taylor Momson, and Paris Hilton.

Now if you can afford the hundred dollar price tag, then why not , but if your like me and live off a Christmas/birthday salary here are some cheap alternatives.


This one above is from Wet Seal and is only five dollars. It looks pretty authentic too.

These here come from Forever 21 and is also,five dollars.

So you see, you don't need to pay the huge price tag to get the cute style. What do you think of the sunglasses?