Watch and you'll see, someday I'll be, Part of Your World.

Sadly, I cannot be a part of the roaring 20s.  However, I guess I will just have to make it up by dressing the part.  So here we go:

1920s

During this time, shorter skirts with pleats and dropped-waists were in, straight-line chemises, and close-fitting cloche hats were extremely popular.  Give it a modern twist with a bright color.  Don't forget some t-strap flats.

These cocktail dresses show the trend of shorter dress.  Drop-waists, fringe, and beading became all the rage.  So why not kick-up your heels in these fabulous "flapper" outfits.

~Keep Smiling & Dancing~

Oh yes, the past can hurt. But from the way I see it, you can either run from it, or...learn from it.

Good life motto.  And what better way to learn from the past than from the fashion that inspired us.
So I am going decade by decade to bring you fashion INSPIRED by the past.

1910s

As World War I struck, women's fashion became more industrial and with the feminist movement skirts were no longer the only option for women.  As hemlines rose and women considered the option of trousers, style changed.  Mix it up with a button up and high-waisted shorts.  Give it a touch of feminism with tights and "Mary-Jane" flats.  Don't forget some industrial jewelry to pay homage to the first World War.

When it came to a night out, opulence was key.  Whether it was the allure of the oriental, the use of matching jackets, and costume-peices (brought about by THE CoCo Chanel) to give the allusion of wealth, the 1910s was a stylish era.  Whether a beautiful navy cocktail gown with a matching jacket or an opulent oriental-inspired dress, both look divine with an over the top t-stap heel.

Because I'm a Lady, that's why!

Everyone loves a good party! And who better to draw inspiration for your outfit from than some of the amazing leading ladies of the past! So find out which style you would most like to be inspired by!

~Keep Smiling & Glam On~

Marilyn Monroe:

"Give a girl the right shoes, and she can conquer the world."

Audrey Hepburn:

"For Beautiful eyes, look for the good in others; for beautiful lips, speak only words of kindness; and for poise, walk with the knowledge that you are never alone."

Sophia Loren:

"A woman's dress should be like a barbed-wire fence: serving its purpose without obstructing 

the view."

Grace Kelly:

"I am basically a feminist.  I think that women can do anything they decide to do."

Jessica Rabbit:

*Yes, she is not a real old hollywood celebrity but she still has an interesting style*

"I'm not bad.  I'm just drawn that way."

I'm a big tough girl. I tie my own sandals and everything!

But looking down at my feet in those sandals after a long winter is just a nightmare.  So in a mad dash to paint my toes I found the top nail polishes & lacquers according to Harper's Bazaar.com .  Product/Color are printed next to item.
Enjoy!
~Keep Smiling & Painting~

Just feel that summer breeze - the way it's calling me.

Kick off to summer means a kick off to a new you!

So how best to start out the fresh, new, prince-worthy you? Start with the basics! Summer make-up!

Give me a night-out look and I have no problem! Pull out the liner, the gloss, the shadows, even some glitter and I'm happy!

But when it comes to that perfect natural day-glow look of summer....I'm lost! So I have found the best on how to make your skin beautiful for summer and the summer must have beauty products Enjoy!
~Keep Smiling & Glowing~

Products:
Clinique Face Cleanser
Philosophy Face Cleanser
Cetaphil Antibacterial Gentle Cleansing Bar
Origins Face Cleanser
Boscia Face Care
Fresh Skincare
Estee Lauder Face Cleanser
Caudalie Face Cleanser
Kiehl's Face Cleanser
DHC Deep Cleansing Oil

Products:

Olay Face Moisturizer

Origins Face Moisturizer

Benefit Dear John Moisturizer

Estee Lauder Beauty Product

Kiehl's Face Care

Patricia Wexler Universal Anti-Aging Moisturizer

Kinerase Beauty Product

Clinique Face Moisturizer

Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream

Boscia Beauty Product

Clarin's Face Moisturizer

The Body Shop Beauty Product

Products:

Essie Nail Polish

Calvin Klein One Summer

Stila Eyeshadows

Malin-Goetz Lip Treatment

Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess Self-Tan

Aveda Hair Care

MAC Leg Spray

Philip B Styling Product

How to do Great Summer Make-up by Kandee J 

*all credits for video to Kandee Johnson & Youtube*

Shout outs for articles on products:

Today.com

Totalbeauty.com

Cosmopolitan.com

I am a damsel, I am in distress, I can handle this!

So....I decided to start a blog.  For some reason I thought this was a fantastic idea.  Hopefully, I can post about my inner musings, fashions, and things that inspire me.  I mean this is, "Allison's Wonderland."  
But like the title says, "I am a damsel, I am in distress, I can handle this!"
~Keep Smiling~