I picked up these spiked hoops at Forever21 in NYC when I was visiting for a client's fashion presentation. The skulls are Betsey Johnson earrings I found on ebay.

I found both of these shirts at Buffalo Exchange in Montrose for under $15 each. I have an addiction to collared shirts.

I originally bought a hot pink hair highlighter from my hairdresser, Kari Lahde, for $12, but found this magenta highlighter at Sally Beauty Supply for under $5 and it compliments my hair much better. They have a gold and dark blue as well.

Grace Potter & The Nocturnals - Paris (Ooh La La)

Can't stop listening to this song. I love me some Grace Potter. She is a rock goddess.

Last Night's Outfit

Went for the girl gang look at last night's party. I took a simple nude tank from XXI and paired it with a simple vintage, black maxi skirt. Then I found an outgrown Old Navy denim jacket, cut off the sleeves, and added a pair of spiked hoop earrings and gladiator sandals (both from XXI.) Here's a similar look:

Last Night's Outfit by thestylespotlight featuring hoop earrings

Currently listening to: First Class Devil

Designer Crush: Tarina Tarantino

If you like Betsey Johnson, chances are you'll like Tarina Tarantino. She has that same level of quirk and love for skulls. Nobody makes skulls cuter than these two ladies.


From top left to bottom right: "Classic" Pink Cameo Mod Ring from Endless, "Beastly" Bijoux Lita Bangle from Endless,  Kyoto Carnival "Flower Fairgrounds" Breastplate Necklace, "Topkapi" Heart of Arabia Ring from Endless, All Eyes On You "Twinkle In My Eye" Ring, Lucite Skull Stretch Bracelet from Metropark, "Iconic" Lucky Clover Skull Earrings from Endless, Topkapi "Throne Room" Earrings (in Sunset), Iconic Crystal Pave Heart Ring, Lucite Skull Framed Ring from Metropark, Skulls and Ink Mod Ring (Online Exclusive!), "Iconic" Zombie Framed Skull Stretch Ring from Endless, Sugar Skull Post Earrings, "Iconic Classics" Classic Tarina Lucite Skull Cuff Bracelet, "Classic" Jet Lucite Heart Stretch Ring from Endless.

Make It You: Classic

Make It You: Classic by thestylespotlight featuring heart jewelry

It's no secret that I love Betsey Johnson so of course I snatched up this swim top when I found it for only $20. The bottoms weren't available so I simply paired them with these Mossimo polka dot bottoms from Target:

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Untitled #153 by thestylespotlight featuring a blue necklace

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Untitled #151 by thestylespotlight featuring post earrings

Obsessed: Trina Turk Decorative Pillows

Obsessed: Trina Turk Decorative Pillows by thestylespotlight on polyvore.com

I am obsessed. I never thought I'd have a favorite pillow designer, but Trina Turk changed that. I want all of these. I just don't have enough couches.

Waiting for these adorable Betsey Johnson "Baxterr" Rain Boots to arrive. Originally $70, I found a brand new pair on ebay for $45 with free shipping. I can't wait to wear these on my college campus next year. Walking from class to class in puddles is irritating when wearing flats, but these gorgeous boots are going to save me.

There's something about chopping off your hair that feels very freeing. I'm incredibly happy with my new cut, thanks to Hair by Kari Lahde at Courtyard Salons in Houston.

The Dahlia Dress

When I began my internship with Danika Daly PR, Alisha Trimble was one of the very first clients I designed a press release for. It has been nearly six months since and I just logged into Polyvore to find a message from the lovely designer herself, asking for me to join her mini editor and use her pieces in my sets. Of course I am thrilled to do so as I love her work and am beyond flattered that she took the time to contact me herself. Here is one of my favorite pieces, the Dahlia Dress. You can find more of her designs at alishatrimble.wix.com. Enjoy!

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Untitled #137 by thestylespotlight featuring a long blazer

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Inspiration:

I like the combination of navy with a neon pop. I would not have thought to put those colors together, but as soon as I came across this look, I fell in love. I'll need to recreate this color combination.

Just got these adorable Crystal Skull Stud Earrings by Betsey Johnson on Ebay for $.99 with free shipping. I have a sad addiction to Ms. Betsey and am amazed I found such an insane deal. At least my rainy day of online shopping isn't killing my bank account.