Smile! for [Colorful Links] Colorful Basics and Statements

1. ASOS
Angel Eye Pocket Dress
It seems to be very smart to get the basics and then build on it because there's always options to dress it up or add subtle pops of colors and so much more. This is definitely a piece that would be in the basics! (:

ASOS Vintage Look Metal Bead and Fishhook Bracelet
This bracelet may be from the Men's section, but it would still look very rocker chic if a girl wore it, right? (:

ASOS Vintage Look Metal Bangle
Vintage, rocker pieces are pieces that I think are absolute treasures to have because they can really help build an outfit, especially if it's just simple like this. (:

ASOS PETITE Bubble Hem Strapless
I've always loved bubble dresses and bubble skirts, even though I don't wear them very often. I think that for someone with a smaller frame, it can make you look really cute! (:

TFNC Top Bow Front Gathered Cami
Having bows in the front at the neckline seems to be a very fashionable trend, as well as it should be. It's a very under-credited elegant touch to an outfit. I absolutely love the flow of this cami. It looks so versatile.

ASOS Summer Dress in Fruit Print
Summer dress with little fruit on it? This is so adorable! I am seriously debating about getting this. It's so perfect for that great summer day on the grass! (:

ASOS Corset With Eyelash Lace
Some corsets are just perfect to cosplay in and others are just the perfect touch of casual elegance for an outfit. I really love the lace detail on this corset. Just love love love! (:

ASOS Mini Dress with Button Front
This dress is so perfect as a basic. Wear a jean jacket and brown wedges or brown booties for a casual outfit. Or you can dress it up with a trench coat, some black tights with black shoes to elongate your legs and look very elegant and chic.

Cognac Pieces Veera Bag
This bag is really cute and simple. The bow isn't outrageously designed or contrasted so strongly with the color of the rest of the bag. I think it's absolutely perfect for the upcoming spring! (:
Cobalt Blue Bomy

Glamorous Ruffle Dress
This ruffle dress is so simple and so cute! Jean jacket for wandering around in botanical gardens or maybe even a nice leather jacket (or fake leather) to dress it up for those nights out with friends.

Freya Apple Sour Classic Bikini Brief
I personally really love the skirted bikini briefs, but to be honest I don't think that I can pull it off without looking like a child, so I really was amazed when I saw these classic ones! (:
Skirted Bikini Brief

Freya Apple Sour Bandeau Bikini Top
And what are bikini bottoms without the bikini top?! I really like both of these tops and you know, it never hurts to prepare. Might as well get the cute swimsuit now for the summer, right? (;
Halter Bikini Top

ASOS Button Through Dress with Pintucks
This dress is so potentially vintage and so lady like. If you dress it the right way, it can be very fun and lady-like, goth with a pop of color, and so much more! (:

ASOS Skirted Swimsuit
So cute and yet I don't have the boobage to pull it off. Yes...I said it...boobage. Maybe you do? Because this is pretty darn cute. (:

Angel Eye Colourblock Dress in Raspberry and Blue
A great spring and summer dress. I love the bright colors that this dress has. Perfect to dress down or up as well! (:
Yellow and Blue

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2. Missguided

Priscilla Panel And Pleat 'Kate' Shift Dress
So pretty. Speechless.

Marylon Tailored Pleat Dress in Wine
Tailored pleated dresses are so cute for all occasions!
Mocha Nude Mustard Royal Blue Red Brick Polka Dot Black/White Yellow Blue Green Pink

Adrianna Contrast Skater Dress
These colors are so perfect for the fall season, but wearing them for a night time event during the spring or summer isn't such a horrible idea either! (;

Nikka Peter Pan Collar Skater Dress in Pink
Peter Pan collars are so cute! They are the characteristic of a dress that shows youth and the inner gentle lady. I personally love the lemon colored one the most out of the provided colors. It's so bright and happy! Fluffiness to the max! :D
Lilac Lemon Orange

Bettinah Contrast Panelled Bodycon Dress
This dress seems to be perfect for a professional atmosphere

Mindy Aviator Jacket
This jacket looks so comfortable! Wallet: Only wishful thinking.... Me: So mean! ;^;

Maui Floral Peep Toe Platform Heeled Shoes
I've been on the lookout for floral heels for awhile and these are pretty close to what I'm looking for. Cute, aren't they? (;

Albany Patent Bow Detail Platforms
These shoes look very nice for something with a bow design. I'm not particularly all that fond of bows on shoes, but this pair pulls it off quite nicely. (:

Brigette Contrast Peep Toe Platform Heels
These heels are the prettiest design with the leopard pattern that I've ever seen. So pretty! Shiny eyes.

Lizzet Peep Toe Platform Shoes
For solid-colored platforms, these peep-toe shoes look very fashionable, don't they? (: Luckily, for those who have trouble walking in heels, having a thicker heel will keep you on your feet longer!

Zarina Shearling Cuff Ankle Boots
I absolutely love ankle boots, and these look warm and cute! With some black tights, I think that they would look great on a fall or winter outfit! (;

Balis Suede Platform Court Heels
These heels are just the prettiest light blue that I've seen in awhile. Suede too! Bright colors for the bright spring time!!!!!!~ Hehe. P:

Jovana Super High Two Tone Suede Platform Shoes
I think the two tone suede is a nice touch to colorblocking

Marjeta Platform Shoe Boots
Who knew that boots could have a cowl neckline too? That's such a rich color and such a cute concept! Love love!

Keylla Suede Peeptoe Platform Court Shoes
More peep toe colors! Hehe. :D

Zafira Suede Platform Wedge Boots
Platform wedge boots always seem a little too much, but when I saw these solid colored ones. The simplicity of them really sparks potential highlight to an outfit.

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3. LuLu's

Do-Re-Mi Royal Blue Dress
Oh so simple and so cute at the same time. The orange seems absolutely perfect for most of the seasons, but the blue and green are just so bright and perfect for the spring time. Colors colors colors all the way!
Green Burnt Orange

Lost Florence Lace Mint Blue Dress
This lace dress would look so great with a big belt to cinch the waist. Maybe even with some golden bangles!!

Qupid Puffin 06 Grey Lace-Up Booties
Lace-up booties are really nice statement pieces, especially when they're in such bright colors! (:
Cognac Brown Mustard Yellow Blush Pink Beige & Black Velvet


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Smile! for [Portfolio Piece] Graphite, Ink, Colored Pencils

Jason Chen
(8 1/4 x 8 1/4)

Graphite drawing of YouTube singer















DETAIL: PART 1
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Graphite drawing of girl and headphones















DETAIL: PART 2
(9x9)

Ink drawing of girl and headphones














DETAIL: PART 3
(9x9)

Colored pencil drawing of girl and headphones














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Smile! for [Portfolio Piece] Oil on Canvas

Colors in the Dark
(12x16)

Lamp post at the end of the darkness














Oranges and Lemons
(12x16)

Palette knife painting practice










Envy Isn't Always Green
(24x30)

Seven Deadly Sins Series














Copy of a Master: Van Gogh's La Nuit Etoilee
(16x20)













Calla Lilies
(24x36)

Sharing color practice (commission)








TEXTURE
(12x16)

Texture study with a palette knife














I think snow is...
(12x16)

Environment and texture study of winter










COLOR
(12x16)

Color study by not using orange directly to paint orange fruits










Grey Area
(12x16)

Cafe shop's sign in snowy weather














Irvine on Water
(16x20)

Lake in Irvine, California in the style of Van Gogh











Petals on Fire
(16x20)

Water lily with warm colors











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Smile! for [Colorful Updates] Ninja Nails

Have you ever played the game Ninja? I used to play it so much with a few friends in high school! ^^ I hope you enjoy these nails! (:

Nail Polishes Used:
Rimmel London Base Coat Top Coat Pro 100
Confetti Blak Tie 095
Confetti Silver Slippers 091
Milano Nail Art with Precision Brush Black Sketch 703

Tools Used:
Sewing Pin (Be careful!)
Postcard as a palette


Clara Chung
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Smile! for [Colorful Updates] Up Nails

I absolutely love the movie Up, not to mention a total sucker for balloons. Hope this lifts your spirits when you wear them like they did for me!

Nail Polishes Used:
Rimmel London Base Coat Top Coat Pro 100
La Vie White White F12
Confetti White Knights 009
Revlon Sunshine Sparkle 089
Revlon Blue Lagoon 093
Revlon Snow Bunny 370
Revlon Peachy 405
Orly Purple Velvet 40243
Wet n Wild Tickled Pink 402
Sally Hansen Insta-Cri Lickety-Split 450
Sally Hansen Hard as Nails Xtreme Wear Mellow Yellow 360
NYX Deep Brown NGP 183
Essie Mezmerised 776

Tools Used:
Sewing Pin (Be careful!)
Postcard as a palette
Sponge


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Smile! for [Colorful Links] Colorful Valentine's

Hey readers! (: There are lots of places that are celebrating colors, colors and more colors! (: Here are the pieces that I found that I really liked. Hope you're have a great Valentine's! If you're single, don't worry. Take the time to love yourself and those are important to you! (:

1. Wet Seal
Leatherette Ruffle Sandal
The ruffles on this sandal makes them look so cute and girly. Perfect for the upcoming spring season! (:
T-Strap Sandal
Plain, but the metallic sheen really adds polish to even a casual look! :D

Color Skinny Pant
Multi-colored skinnies! (:
more colors

Pull On Color Legging
So...these aren't skinny jeans, but it's pretty close AND the pastel colors are really nice.

Destroyed Color Short
We can't have multi-colored pants without multiple bright shorts! :D

Cross Body Feather Bag
Floral dress + jean jacket + wedges + this = perfect spring outfit! <3

Stacked Platform Heel
Nude heels! (: These are pretty light, so maybe I'll finally be able to find the perfect nude pumps.

Rhinestone Claw Moveable Ring
I personally think that rings like this can show elegance and power at the same time. Besides...they're so perfect for cosplay!

Lurex Teardrop Earring
The shape of these earrings are so delicate. Love! <3

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2. Forever 21

Painted Floral Dress
I absolutely love the colors on this dress.

Pointelle Diamond Over The Knee Socks
Over the knee socks are always perfect for cosplay, but sometimes for those cute dates with your girlfriends or that special someone, it can be pretty cute too! (:

Patterned Denim Backpack
I love the pattern on this backpack. If you're going out to walk around outdoors or in a museum, you'd look cute doing it with this backpack! (; Cute tourist for the win!

Tiered Lace Shorts
I really love the color for these lace shorts. They're just colors that you'd never expect! (:

Destroyed High Rise Denim Hot Short
Really loving these soft colored shorts, especially the pastel yellow one!

New York Shopper's Tote
I've never seen such a cute tote before, and they're everywhere now! (: Forever also has tote bags for other places too! (: Really loving the Tokyo and Paris one! <3
Tokyo Paris London

Chunky Polka Dot Bracelet
I'm personally not a big accessory person, but I have to admit that I see so many cute ones! This one is especially cute I'd say with a cute white ruffly dress and a little hat to go with it! (:

Coil Trimmed Bangles
I love the edginess and the boho feel of these bangles. It's so contemporary! (:

Looped Hinge Bracelet
I really think that putting this bracelet over a black long sleeved top would make you look polished and sophisticated! (:

Lacquered Epoxy Bracelet
Being a Disney fanatic, this bracelet totally reminded me of Princess Jasmine from Aladdin! (: The bracelet looks so smooth and fun to wear! (:

Medieval Filigree Bracelet
If you're the type to put multiple bangles or bracelets on you, I would really suggest this one because of the age that it looks like it holds. So vintage.

Painted Pressed Bangles
Such bright colors! These bangles remind me of Indian dancer accessories. So bright and fun! (:

Tassel Chain Bracelet
Rose gold seems to be a big trend and if you like pink, this bracelet is pretty cute! (:

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3. Charlotte Russe

Cross-Front Strappy Cork Wedge
I love nude shoes. They have such a versatile, simple beauty within them. If you like a little color, here are some more colors that Charlotte Russe has in this style! (;
Fuchsia Black Orange

Zipper-Trim Nubuck Heel Boot
The design for this heeled boot is so edgy. Loving it!
Taupe

T-Strap Wooden Platform Sandal
Sometimes, strappy sandals are just the pattern to finish off a spring outfit!

Pop-Pocket Pebbled Backpack
I really like the simplicity of this backpack! Cute. (:

Bottom Pleat Boatneck Dress
If your shoulders are a little wider, a boatneck dress can really slim it down!

Belted Hi-Low Tribal Dress
Really loving the bright tribal designs on this dress. With some brown or nude shoes, a cross body bag and some cute braids, I'd say that'd make a great look to wander around in the spring time! (;

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Happy shopping and have a great day today! (:

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Smile! for [Colorful Updates] Strawberry Nails

Strawberries! I'm actually craving some right now, but I ran out at home...so I did the next best thing! Now they're with me wherever go! (: Hope you like it!

Nail Polishes Used:
Rimmel London Base Coat Top Coat Pro 100
NYC Mulberry Street 212
La Vie White White F12
Confetti The Red Carpet 031
Confetti My Favorite Martian 097
Milano Nail Art Precision Brush White Canvas 704

Tools Used:
Sewing Pin (Be careful!)
Postcard as a palette


Clara Chung
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Smile! for [Colorful Updates] Nerd Nails

I'm a total nerd with my reading and dorky personally, but that's nothing to be ashamed of. I think that the black rimmed glasses look is very sophisticated while having brains is pretty attractive. Now if only I had brains..... XD Haha anyways, nerds unite! I hope you enjoy this! (:

Nail Polishes Used:
Rimmel London Base Coat Top Coat Pro 100
Confetti Black Tie 095
NYC Mulberry Street 212
La Vie White White F12
Milani Nail Art Precision Brush Black Sketch 703
Milano Nail Art Precision Brush White Canvas 704

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Sewing Pin (Be careful!)
Postcard as a palette


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Smile! for [Colorful Updates] The Hunger Games Nails

The Hunger Games is a very popular book and I have seen it being requested a lot for other popular nail artists, so I thought about what I would do for that type of design and this is what I came up with. I hope you enjoy it! (:

Nail Polishes Used:
Rimmel London Base Coat Top Coat Pro 100
Revlon Gold Coin 925
Confetti Black Tie 095
Confetti White Knights 009
Sally Hansen's Hard as Nails Mellow Yellow 360
Confetti Debutante 093

Tools Used:
Pencil
Sewing Pin (Be careful!)
Postcard as a palette


Disclaimer: I do not own The Hunger Games. (:


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Smile! for [Colorful Links] Welcoming Spring and Accessories

Hello wonderful smileys! (: This week I have found so many links this week and there's a lot of places that are revealing their spring line now and there are just so many great colors! Pastel colors is really in fashion this upcoming season and the delicateness with the great color combinations after the fall season makes it so hard to not be excited if you absolutely go giddy over colors.

1. ASOS
ASOS Bright Pink Dress With Pleated Skater Skirt
I'm not a fan of pink, but it seems like many pink colored dresses have the best designs. If you're a pink enthusiast, this is a great base color to start with if you're girly just going out on a date or just wandering around looking for inspiration at a museum.

ASOS Pencil Dress with Gold Buttons
For some people, what you wear can make someone's day. If you have a presentation or if you just want to show confidence, this pencil dress is absolutely perfect. It's lady-like and yet can be casual if you wear it with a utility jacket and some leggings. The sleeves really emphasize your shoulders, which conveys a sense of strength when you have strong shoulders. For girls who have already a wider shoulder width, wearing darker colors, like black or dark blue will slim it down, while still giving off a confident aura.

ASOS Knitted Dress With Scoop Neck
For those who aren't the flashy type, this knitted dress is more conservative, but also very fashionable. Without tights underneath, it could go as a clubbing dress, with capris it could be a casual outfit, and with dark tights, it could become formal attire. (:

ASOS Waisted Dress With Scallop Detail
This dress is very lady-like as well! (: The bright colors are great for the upcoming spring because you can lessen the brightness with neutral color or more pastel colors. (:

ASOS PINK LADY Black Patent Peep Toe Court Shoe
For those who like peep toe and black classic pumps, here is a cheap way to get just those. (:

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2. Forever 21
Longline Top
To build a versatile wardrobe, it's always a good idea to turn to the basics.

Crochet Cream Maxi Dress
Maxi dresses are something that fall under the boho and romantic style. Can't you imagine a girl running through a magical field of wonder and sunshine wearing this? :D

Sweetheart Dress
This sweetheart dress is so great for a night out. Even though it seems really eye catching to wear something so bright at night, sometimes it's good to try something different. If you think that it's too eye catching, wear black or grey to accessorize.

Fitted Skinny Jean
Skinny jeans have been around for a long time and it's not going anywhere. Here are a bunch of colors in skinny jeans! (:

Glossy Leatherette Wedges
Nude wedges are something that can tie an outfit together. A very helpful tip is to find a nude color that matches your legs' color. That way, you'll give the illusion that you're taller.

Classic Patent Nude Heels
Even though these nude heels are a little dark for my skin tone, their design is very classy and can really complete a formal look. (:

Metallic Coin Chain Necklace
Elegant and really stands out. This statement necklace is

Reader Pendant Necklace
This necklace is so cute! (: wear it against a solid colored t-shirt, a tailored blazer and some skinny jeans and you're good to go! :D

Southwest Feathered Earrings
Feather accessories really give the outfit a boho look and make the overall feel very soft and romantic. These gorgeously colored earrings I really think do just that.

Painted Rabbit Necklace
Even though this necklace looks simple enough to make, the necklace itself is cheap and oh so cute! It might be the little kid who used to chase bunny rabbits in the backyard talking....but this totally brings back memories. (:

Spiked Rhinestone Chandeliers
For a more rocker chic and edgy look, these spiked earrings will really bring the edge and frame your face a lot better. (:

Laser Cut Butterfly Earrings
These butterfly earrings remind me of delicate lace designs. Aren't they just breathtaking? Such amazing details!

Double Flower Necklace
This necklace would be very cute to finish off a more vintage outfit. (:

Sheer Sleeve Pleated Dress
The second I saw this dress, two words flashed into my mind like a blazing neon sign: VALENTINE'S DAY. Even though I'm not expecting to go out on a date that day (and because it's a school day), I still thought of it as a possibility for a romantic date. (:

Pressed Filigree Bracelet
The designs on this bracelet is absolutely gorgeous. I really enjoy the turquoise and gold one because of the beautiful decorations that it has swirling all around it. Oh sigh...

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3. Charlotte Russe
Print-Hem Cowl Back Top
I love backless pieces and the backlessness (Is that a word?) with the tribal like designs on the bottom front of the top make it look so edgy and bright. A fantastic combination.

Crinkled Metallic Keyhole Pump in Pewter Metallic
In the last Colorful Links entry, I found similar pumps from the website Lulu's, but here is another place to find them! (: In silver.....

Crinkled Metallic Keyhole Pump in Gold Metallic
and in gold as well! :D

Jersey Mummy Wrap Flat
I'm not really a flats sort of person, even though I am looking for a black pair because sometimes I just think with black leggings, they look cute. Anyways, I found a few flats that just look so cute from Charlotte Russe. (: Hehe~

Butterfly Weave Crinkle Flat

Mummy Wrap Ballet Flat

Ikat Tribal Woven Scarf
Speaking of accessories, I have really been attracted to scarves lately and this one really caught my eye with the wonderful color harmonies that one would find in nature. (:

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