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5 Tips on How to Wear Shorts
Shorts are the classic summer staple, but that doesn’t mean they have to be boring! Shorts can be practical, comfortable, elegant, and feminine. There are a variety of styles, ranging from short-shorts and retro style to the classic short, giving an unlimited number of ways to style them. The classic[...]
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Spring 2013 April Clothing Haul
Haul Video Comment below and let us know what you purchased last month! xoxo, Like what you read? Follow Fancy Francy on Bloglovin so you don’t miss a post!! Want more Fancy? Follow on Twitter| Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest
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3 Shoe Trends to Wear this Spring
After a long and cold winter, it’s finally time to celebrate the warm season with heels, wedges, flats, and more! The quickest way to put a smile on someone’s face is simply a new pair of shoes. With many desirable style to choose from, it looks like everyone will be[...]
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How to wear the Sporty Chic Trend
Whether your typical style is ultra feminine or tomboy sexy, the “sporty chic” trend is a fun and casual look to try this spring and summer. Check out our three tips on how to rock this trend. 1. Find Balance: Pair loose fitting pants with a more[...]
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What’s Trending Now: Chain Necklaces
Once reserved for rappers, lately everyone is a member of the chain gang. This trend is a nod toward the thick gold rope chain necklaces that were popular in the 1980′s. These are the perfect statement necklaces to pair with a tee shirt for the “casual cool” look or with[...]
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What to wear to a Spring Wedding
Weddings are a time to look your best, regardless if you’re in the actual ceremony or not. If you’re single, it’s the perfect opportunity to meet a friend of a friend (just make sure they aren’t trying to reenact wedding crashers). If you’re in a relationship, it’s the perfect time[...]
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How to wear the Camouflage Trend
A few weeks back we discussed the camo trend and how celebrities were choosing to wear it. This week Tianna of yourstyleforecast.com is sharing with us her tips on how to rock the camouflage trend. Right when you think it’s impossible for an old trend to make a comeback,[...]
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What’s Trending Now: Clear Accessories
The term nothing to hide takes on all new meaning with this new trend. Accessories made out of see thru plastics and other translucent materials are popping up all over the place. Most notably, clutches and handbags that leave little to the imagination are allowing trendsetters everywhere to “show people[...]
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How to wear a skater style dress
Skater Dress: one in which the top (bodice) is form fitted and then slightly flares out to be loose below the bustline or waistline. Now that we’ve gotten the definition out-of-the-way and hopefully erased the frightening images of sequins applied to nude color mesh fabric that you probably conjured up[...]
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Printed Pants Trend
Ever since their re-birth into the fashion scene late last year, fashionistas, bloggers, and trendy Wendy’s alike have all been lusting after a pair. Magazines feature them on long-pinned pretty ladies; looking effortlessly cool with only a pair of stilettos, and a loose fit shirt to accompany. Despite being blinded[...]
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What’s Trending Now? Pretty Pastels
With so many new trends to try we’ve been anxiously counting down the days till warmer weather while simultaneously filling our closets with macaroon hued blouses, dresses, and ankle strapped pumps. This Spring, in addition to black & white, pretty pastels are denominating the color palettes on all[...]
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How to Wear Polka Dots
Outfit Details: Green Blazer from H&M (similar) | Necklace from Forever21 (similar) | Polka Dot Dress c/o Darling (similar) | Black & White bucket bag from H&M (similar) It’s crazy how time flies, almost a year ago I was discussing “peppermint and polka dots” and here we are again revving[...]
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Spring 2013 Trends: Black and White
More Topshop… Black and white is a classic and powerful color combo that’s definitely back this season. Get into this “ying and yang” color scheme by trying out a few of our favorite picks or by coming up with a look all your own. Either way its almost impossible to[...]
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Makeup Monday: Hair Chalk Trend
In terms of hair trends, hair chalk is to 2013 as ombré was to 2012, and feathers were to 2011. Although hair chalking is by no means a new phenomenon, it seems to have been give a new life with the surge in celebrities rocking luminous locs (Katy Perry, Rihanna’s[...]
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Francy Answers: Should you Splurge on This Trend?
Dear Francy, I love the shoe trend you mentioned today and have had my eye on a pair of Alexander Wang Liya Pumps but don’t know if they are worth the price? Do you think this shoe trend will stay in style for a while? Deciding whether or not to[...]
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Spring 2013 Shoe Trend
We can’t get enough of this season’s new it style shoe! Ankle straps and ankle cuff heels were all over the runaway for Spring and have already become a favorite amongst many celebs. This new shoe shape is a nod towards more of a classic look and almost all of[...]
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Makeup Monday- Rihanna’s MAC Makeup Line
Clearly the “Rihanna rain” is showing no signs of “letting up”, and we as devout fans couldn’t be more excited. Since we can’t be BFFLs with RiRi and borrow items out of her amazing closet, we’ve had to settle for just smelling like Rihanna and using her amazing makeup[...]
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Fashion and Technology: The Looker iPhone Case Review
Photo Source: Mobile Togs If you’re anything like me, then even the thought of leaving your phone at home causes you to have a mild panic attack and impulsively reach for your iPhone. Despite my extreme attachment disorder concerning my phone and my love for getting dressed up, I surprisingly[...]
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Trend Report: Fur
It’s official the fashion gods err umm attendees of New York Fashion Week have spoken, fur is in (and PETA is pissed). Fur was all over Lincoln Center last week during fashion week, both on the stage at shows such as Zang Toi as well as off the stage by[...]
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January Glossy Box Review
Right before the magnificent madness that is New York Fashion Week began, I received my January GlossyBox in the mail. Naturally I was super excited and couldn’t wait to see what goodies were packed for me this week and with all the pre-fashion week prep going on, I didn’t[...]
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Makeup Bag Essentials
Looking good on the go is essential for every fancy female but finding time to “put on your face” can be a bit of a challenge for those of us always on the go. Today’s post is the first in a series of “makeup essentials” or “makeup 101″ tips[...]
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Monday Motivation: Stop Starting Over
I’ll admit, like most people I’ve started and stopped a lot of things; some for the better, most out of laziness. Everything from hobbies, to diets, going natural, even a class here or there back in college occasionally got the axe prematurely. Some of these things I later picked back[...]
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Act like a Lady, Shop Like a Man: Advice on how to optimize shopping trips
With all the talk of thinking like men in order to understand the way they behave in relationships, it occurred to me that we can also learn a thing or two about shopping from the male’s perspective. In order to maximize each shopping trip, here are a few tips and[...]
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Pantene Pro V Truly Natural Review
Pantene Pro V Truly Natural is a new line of hair care products designed with curly/kinky girls in mind. The new line includes a clarifying shampoo, deep conditioner, and co wash cleansing conditioner for hair care. As well as a defining curl custard and Argan Oil Shine Serum for styling.[...]
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What’s Trending Now: CC Creams
Last summer beauty fans and gurus alike couldn’t stop raving about BB creams. The all in one “beauty balms” seemed to be the perfect all in one beauty solution. Now, less than a year later there is already a new cool kid in town, the CC cream. CC cream also[...]
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Monday Motivation: The Shine Theory
I was all set to discuss makeup with you all today, when a friend shared this amazing article with me from NYMag, discussing the “Shine Theory”. After reading it, I knew it would be a disservice to my readers and fellow woman if I didn’t do my part to share[...]
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Three Ways to Wear a Crop Top
Crop tops have been popular since the 90’s but have recently merged into different patterns, fits, and lengths. I always wear them on nights out, but I’ve styled my new favourite one from Primark in three different every-day looks to get ready for this summer. To keep it cool and[...]
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Brand You Should Know: Make Up For Ever
The next in our makeup “brand you should know” series is Make Up For Ever. Watch the video to see my review on three main face products from their line. Shop Products Mentioned: – Makeup Forever HD Foundation in shade 177 http://bit.ly/12qBaZA – Makeup Forever Pro Finish Multi Use[...]
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5 Tips on How to Wear Shorts
Shorts are the classic summer staple, but that doesn’t mean they have to be boring! Shorts can be practical, comfortable, elegant, and feminine. There are a variety of styles, ranging from short-shorts and retro style to the classic short, giving an unlimited number of ways to style them. The classic[...]
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Brand you should know: Becca Cosmetics
Recently Becca cosmetics in conjunction with Danielle of the Style and Beauty Doctor, held a beauty event at the well known “New Pharmacy” beauty store in New York City. Bloggers and beauty lovers alike gathered to try out the newest Becca complexion line, a matte finish foundation, while sipping cocktails[...]
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Five Must Have Nail Polishes for this Summer
With summer almost upon us (hopefully) it’s time to make a statement with your nails, whether that’s matching them to your neon crop or pastel skater skirt, the high street has every colour you need. 1. The launch of the Barry M Gelly polishes has got a lot of bloggers[...]
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How to style a midi dress
Midi dresses are one of those marmite pieces you either love or hate. They make for perfect transitional pieces, but like this one I’ve styled below, tend to be quite figure hugging. With a rainbow of patterns available on the high street, you can choose to make a statement, or[...]
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Spring 2013 April Clothing Haul
Haul Video Comment below and let us know what you purchased last month! xoxo, Like what you read? Follow Fancy Francy on Bloglovin so you don’t miss a post!! Want more Fancy? Follow on Twitter| Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest
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Wardrobe Inspiration: 3 Ways to Work Pastels
1. Ombré Sweaters. Ombré sweaters in various gradients of pastel colors are a perfect way to tip your toe into this trend (so to speak). Look for light spring sweaters made out of airy material and pair them with cuffed bottom jeans now, and later on with shorts as the[...]
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What’s Trending Now: Denim Overalls
So we’ve mentioned here and there over the past few weeks that 90′s fashion is once again trending (and I personally couldn’t be happier). In addition to cropped turtlenecks, you may or may not have noticed that overalls have somehow crept back from obscurity into mainstream trending. All our favorite[...]
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Francy Answers: what to wear under your graduation gown
Hello Francy, I am in desperate need of your help.My mom bought me this beautiful blue high-low chiffon dress for graduation but I want to accessorize it. The thing is… I actually suck at accessorizing. I have no idea about what to do with shoes, jewerly, or a belt. I[...]
