BEAUTY: PEACHY PETALS

Peach Petals, Beauty by lafemmekatrina on Polyvore.com

This is one of my favorite color combinations. Warm toned iridescent pinks and black (or grey). Make your eyes as dark as you want and still wear other makeup without feeling over done.

This is a great clothing color combo as well.

Grandma is a Rockstar by lafemmekatrina featuring Vero Moda accessories

FIRE IN THE SANDSTORM

Do you have any summer knit dresses laying around? Why not put them to use as a jumper for autumn.

For this look I used a beautifully detailed tunic style blouse to add detail and texture to an otherwise simple dress. From there I added a scarf in a slightly darker hue that had some nice texture to it. Nudes tone down a bright color like this red very well. I belted this dress to give it a richer feel, and blend the nude tones together. Brown wool tights and faux leather bangles add more depth, while the cream boots bring back some of the lightness of the blouse. This look is natural and has somewhat of a middle eastern look - even for the middle of autumn.

And did I mention everything is under $40?

Fire in the Sand Storm by lafemmekatrina featuring Daytrip

THE FUTURE IS OFF WHITE

Set to the left: CHEAP, Everything under $50. Almost everything under $20.

Set to the right: EXPENSIVE version. Don't even look at the prices.

If you have seen the Spring 2010 runway shows you will have noticed that a lot of designers pulled some futuristic inspiration. Instead of going with all bright white peices, I thought it would be a good idea to mix different hues of cream, tan, gold, and white for a bright and luxurious yet edgy feel.

The future is off white by lafemmekatrina featuring French Connection bags

I threw in some teal tights because let's face it.. most of us don't look good in white tights, and they bring an element of surprise. Any color would do, even black, but I'd stay towards the dark or bright colors and stay away from pastels that would clash.

Gold accessories are great for mixing in with warm bright whites.

I love the look of a form fitting, simple dress with a huge shawl or scarf in a similar but not exact color. It really adds depth to an outfit and makes it look more expensive.

With buying gold colored fashion jewelry try to find pieces that are brushed or matte instead of shiny, they'll look more realistic.

PS. I can wear white past labor day and so can you!