If You Look Hard, You'll Find It. -meganmoiselle

Proenza Schouler once had a line for Target.

Most people today say not shopping at JCPenney or even Belk can cut it. There not up to par on the latest trends or do not really have anything that will strike to your appeal; or so you think;) Lately, When I shop at such stores I look for sales and also look in the nooks and crannies (corners and back of the section). Sometimes, I find just the thing I am looking for.
For example, in Fall of 2006, Plum colors, thick black belts, and leggins were all the rage.I already had the thick black belt and the opaque leggins,but was looking for a plum piece. Not able to find the plum piece for a good price or quality at Nordstrom or Macy's, I decided to give JCPenney a shot. When I arrived I had found NOTHING. I was determined to find treasure in all of the rubbish the store had. After looking for about an hour, I stumbled upon a sale rack. There I found just what i wanted. A smooth plum colored tunic that hugged my body. I was ecstatic! The latest fashion color and the latest trend were at my fingertips for just 8.99
Most people would believe buying expensive is the best way to go to look a million bucks. I think they are wrong. Many outfits I have worn you would be surprised that I bought them at a Wet Seal or JCPenney. With the right accessories, the right shoes, or the right piece, it will not look like you spent only 50 bucks on your whole outfit. ( including accessories, shoes, and clothing)
Therefore, when you go school shopping this fall take the tips that I use to look like you just spent 2,000 dollars on that outfit. :)
-Look through Vogue, Bazaar, Elle, or Marie Claire to take peek at the latest fall fashions. When looking, jot down a list of the trends or pieces you like. So, when you go to the store, you can look for something similar, or even just like it~
-Shop at some of these stores, they have great stuff for great prices: Target(they have the go international line where designers make stuff for cheap!) JCPenney, Macy's (sale rack if everything else is too expensive), Charlotte Russe, Forever 21, For Love 21, Heritage 1981, Deliahs,Wet Seal,Urban Outfitters (sale rack), Old Navy, and EVEN Wal-MArt(but you have to look hard).
- Remember! Always be yourself and try not to think of think of the approval of your colleagues. If you like it, get it!
- Do your hair, paint your nails, and put on some lip gloss to make your outfit stand out even more.
-On the first day, Hold your head up high, and stand out!

Chanel Salutes Our Grand Old Flag with Style- Meganmoiselle

Fourth of July is just around the corner, but Chanel is already ahead of the game. Back in the fall, Chanel premeired its Spring 2008 Ready to wear line. Now, it wasn't Chanel's usual elegant basic tweed suits or over-extravagant feathered dresses head designer Karl Lagerfeld Showcased. This time, it was more jeans, more wool, and just a hint of tweed. It was what some call Americana looking.

Most models sported jeans head to toe; while others had outfits made up of stars and stripes. All i can say is that the Americana look never looked this good! Of course, leave it to Chanel and Karl Lagerfeld to spice up the American style!

Therefore, if you want to look good this fourth of july, take some risks, and some tips from the runway of chanel! Here are just a few of my favorites.

A very suttle, but loud look, you can create a chanel style like this when you pair a navy and white striped or starred tunic/dress with a red sweater. To top it off put a cute red white or navy belt to cinch the waist and wear patent leather flats or heels.

This is a more complicated look to duplicate, but also an easy one to try. Try a navy blue striped tunic/dress and top it off with a simple red jacket. Accessorize with an array of buttons, jean flats or heels, and some simple pearls to show a bit of elegance.

This is most likely the easiest and chic look to make out of the whole collection. Where a solid navy dress with a patent leather belt. To accessorize, bunch some buttons at the top of the dress, wear patent leather flats/heels,and top it off a nice simple clutch. :)

*remember* red lipstick is always chic! It ups the elegance factor!

*have a great and wonderful fourth of july! Be safe, have fun and dress chic!*

GOD BLESS AMERICA

Dior Does It Again! by: Meganmoiselle

Pure, sheer genius! On June 30th 2008, Head Designer of Dior, John Galliano surprised the fashion world at the dior fall 2008 haute couture show. Galliano shows that simplicity is key and that vintage is still in! He uses the 1950s everyday glamour, high style 1920's fashion and gives it a edgy spin. Also, the sheer detail made me love it the collection even more! When looking at these pictures it took my breath away. Here are just some of my favorites

I love the lace detailing on the sleeves and on the dress and also how the cinched belt gives her an hourglass shape. Great to wear to ANY dinner party.

This one reminds me of the roaring 1920's! The fur sleeves and collar give it a chic sophisticated vibe. The sequin detailing makes it more glamourous. Great for wanting to make a statement out on town!

This just shows the innocence of the 1950s...i love the pastel baby blue and the sheer sleeves and skirt.

The working-class lady ready to conquer would surely love this piece. It is very simplisitc with a great gathered detail. I also love the hat with the sequined fold.

Undeniably beautiful darling! My favorite piece out of all them. I love how John Galliano made the sheer sleeves and skirt with the gorgeous lace! I would definitely wear this to any fabulous occasion!

Kudos to head designer John Galliano for reinventing and remembering the Dior brand again!

*if you liked this post, keep checking for more meganmoiselle posts on this blog!*

First Post!

Hello Female Dogs!

Sorry. That is my way of using a cuss word without actually saying it. As a teenager, cuss words are still "off-limits"- even if the stupid people that actually made that rule (my parents) cuss themselves. Only "sometimes". Like when somebody cuts them off, they 'swing the bat' a few times. *rolls eyes*. I seriously cannot wait for college. The Freedom! Alas, I am not even in high school. I, in fact, have to wait until two thousand thirteen (2013, for all you dumb-butts out there) to get away from my way-overprotective parents.
But I have it good. Some call it lucky- my parents are not rich, but upper-middle class. Which basically means we live in a 1 million dollar house, but cannot buy whatever we want. Like I actually follow that rule. *snort*. I buy whatever the heck I want. Well, not whatever, but I am going to a 20 grand a year school and there is no doubt in my mind that I am going to get:

• A Chanel/LV/Dior/Chloe purse
• A Juicy Couture backpack
• Juicy Couture school supplies
• a credit card (it's my first year and I am riding the- dundundun- bus. It might break down on the highway!! Ack! Or my mom and dad will be going to pick me up and a truck might hit them and they might not be able to pick me up from the drop-off/pick-up place and I'll be all alone with no money!!)
• a iPod Touch (my other got stolen; ah the joys of public school)
• a Sidekick LX (SK3s are so last year)
• a Chanel/YSL/Marc Jacobs (or just that weird brand on the internet) peacoat
• other self-proclaimed "needs".

Yes, I realize that we are in a recession, but my parents (mom) are (is) prepared to spend the money so that I "look good" on the first day of school. Granted, I get one purse a year and the credit card will probably only have a 500 dollar limit. As if I care. I'm just happy my mom sees the face that these people aren't gonna be "upper middle class" like me- they are gonna be upper class. As in 5 times as expensive houses and Chanel and better crap than me. Sure, my dad is going to have a hissy-fit about it. But the next day everything will be normal again. Because my mom is getting a job. (well, he always gets over it the day after anyway, but that'll help.)

On to the fashion!

Beautiful Bags
Nobody [normal] likes lugging around and ugly backpack- it's a fact of life. Get an ah-dorable tote instead. On a budget? Try the new Chloé line, See by Chloé- it's half the price of the regular ones and just as cute.

[picture coming soon!]

Punk Passion
Haven't you heard? Punk is the new prep! Maybe it is time to start going to Hot Topic... Not! All your fave brands have punk- and if they don't go to Anna Sui, the lady who started it all! Go my minions! But wait- you do not know the first thing about punk fashion. That's why you have moi!
For all those thinking that punk is black lipstick and all that: Punk is NOT goth. Punk is like Fall Out Boy or Avril Lavigne before she went blonde. But you don't exactly want the before-Avril. You want the after-Avril! She is the look you want to go for. Maybe not exactly (I don't recommend wearing a jacket with a big Canadian flag on the back). Try oversized Jeans with a studded belt. Or dip-dyed flared jeans and a tweed coat. Boots are all the rage, so find a nice chunky pair and pair it with an over-sized coat. The thing is, you don't want to go too dark with anything: bright is in!

Chanel, pre-Fall 2008

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Sorry people! I have a life! I have to leave now! Comment the blog.

-Jeune Royauté
aka Young Royalty

PS: Raise your hand if you read the August 2008 Teen Vogue! *raises hand*