Lavender Rose

New Year, New Post

2012-01-20T00:24:00.003-05:00

Hello Readers!

It's been far, far too long. I sincerely apologize for the absence, with the end of the semester and winter break I just never got around to posting. A resolution I have is to do better with keeping up with the blog so I hope that's one I can stick to! Today is all about newness, I got the beautiful coat I'm wearing over break and just adore it. Also, I thought I'd debut my new glasses (I can finally see now!) and my attempt at a middle part. I've always wanted to try one but wasn't quite sure I could pull it off but the other day I just went for it and am trying it out (and kind of loving it)! I hope that you all had an amazing holiday and I encourage you to throw on something new, maybe try and new hairstyle like I did, or play around with some make-up looks! Have fun with it and let me know what you end up trying! Also, I plan on doing a new type of posting where I give you multiple ways to wear different pieces that may be harder think of ways to wear them! I'm really excited by the idea, it was suggested by my friend Hannah and I think it'll be a lot of fun!

kisses & roses readers

<3 Torre

Jacket: J.Crew; Scarf: Borrowed from the roomie; Sweater :J.Crew; Top: Soprano; Pants: Target; Boots: Madewell; Necklace: Dogeared; Bracelets: All were gifts

Hit Me with Your Best Color

2011-11-18T11:04:00.004-05:00

Hello hello!

Can you believe that I've done 3 posts in one week!? I sure can't. I'm hoping to keep it up and not fall off the face of the map again, haha. If you know me you know that I'm a huge fan of neutrals, I don't know why but I just seem to always been drawn to neutrals. There is an exception though- I love a good pop of color. There's something about a very simply colored outfit with a hit of color that is so chic. I've been seeing a beautiful magenta/fuschia color featured in Fall/Winter 2011 collections (D&G, Kate Spade, and J.Crew along with many others) and it really caught my eye. I had to find it and try it for myself, so today I did my neutrals all over with a bright fuschia top and I loved it! Since I'm a poor college student I unfortunately can't buy things right off the runway (maybe one day...) but that doesn't mean you can't bring that into your wardrobe! I think so many people think they can't find a way to put high fashion trends in their wardrobe but that's false! Without even realizing it less expensive stores infuse the same trends into their lines for Fall/Winter and you have total access to that! So ladies, I challenge you to find your favorite color from a Fall/Winter collection (my other favorite is the bamboo/mustard color if you want to steal mine!) and infuse it into your own outfits!

kisses and roses readers,

<3 Torre

Trench: Gap; Blouse: Old Navy; Military Pants: Madewell; Boots: Steve by Steve Madden; Bracelets: Gold Charm (gift), Tiffany&Co, J.Crew, David Yurman

Maxi, Maxi, Maxi

2011-11-17T14:59:00.004-05:00

Hello Again!

First off this is the second post I've done this week meaning my reliability is hopefully looking up! Today was somewhat gloomy outside, one of those days that you wish you could just cuddle in bed with some good movies and hot cocoa but in spite of that I was feeling inspired to wear a dress. I have never been able to find a maxi dress that works on me since I have longer legs and a skinnier frame. They always tend to end up right at my ankles in a very non-flattering way. I stumbled across this gem (on sale!) and it was perfect - I had to have it. Since it has the ability to be a summer maxi I de-summerized (I just made that word up...) it by adding combat boots and a black blazer. I've had this blazer for years and love it, the non traditional shape and big buttons really make it unique. Maxi's of any kind are in trend this fall so if you have a summer maxi that you love try and bring it into the fall with some winter accessories like boots, a jacket or a scarf! I would recommend though picking one that is not linen or a really summer-ish print jersey cause those tend like summer no matter what. I kept my jewelry simple as well as both my jacket and shoes. Sticking with neutrals is key to not making the outfit too busy since the dress has such a large print. So bring out those maxi's ladies and pair them with winter pieces for an awe-inspiring and really comfy look! Now we have both a Mini, Mini, Mini post and a Maxi, Maxi, Maxi to balance it out! Yay for opposites!

kisses & roses readers

<3 Torre

Jacket: Erin Fetherston for Target;Dress: Old Navy; Boots: Madewell; Bracelets: David Yurman, Tiffany&Co, 2 were gifted; Nail Polish: OPI "You don't know Jacques!"

Gettin' Cozy

2011-11-15T18:22:00.003-05:00

Hello Lovely Readers!

In honor of the fast approaching winter season I though I'd give you a peek as to what structures are trending this fall! Structured peacoats, capes, parkas, and trenches are lining the streets everywhere you go. Now the prices of all the below are pretty steep but I just wanted to show you the ideal style of each structure! Now go get your own, and enjoy the brisk air as you stay warm in your new winter wear!

Jackets by torredeanna featuring a wool blend coat

Wool blend coat, $795

Balmain pea coat, $5,145

Beige coat, €170

3 1 Phillip Lim wool blend coat, $750

kisses & roses readers

<3 Torre

Bad A.

2011-11-07T14:52:00.004-05:00

Hello World!

If you haven't already figured out that I'm horrible at keeping up with blogs I'll go ahead and let you know now that I have this tendency to forget about mine. That being said I finally have a new post for you! The leaves are changing colors and the temperature is wonderfully crisp. I had fun with this outfit, wearing my combat boots always make me feel tough. My advice for this post is to pull something tough out in your own wardrobe and either go the tough root (example) or tone it down with some more feminine accents like this. Have fun being tough cookies!

The pictures that I got weren't the best but they do the job!

kisses and roses readers

<3 Torre

Shirt: Vintage; Belt: Vintage; Jeans: BDG; Boots: Madwell

Hair risks can be fun!

2011-10-09T12:28:00.005-04:00

Hello lovely people!

I know I've been awful at updating this, unfortunately my addiction to Law and Order SVU took over and I got distracted. No worries though, I'm limiting my tv watching so more posts should be occurring! This one is about taking hair risks, which is something I've always loved to do. The key to taking a risk is r-e-s-e-a-r-c-h. Sounds crazy right? But the reason why it's so important is because it allows you to have freedom within it. I've been wanting to do an ombre hairstyle since like last May but the first time I tried it, it failed. For all of you who don't know what ombre is here is an example! Well, I went to get my hair done this Friday and on a whim we tried it again, and it worked! I love it, it's hard to tell in the picture but I took a chance and it payed off. So I would love to encourage you all to take a risk today, whether it's with hair, clothes or make-up!

kisses & roses readers,

<3 Torre

I'm Walking on Sunshine

2011-09-13T18:44:00.007-04:00

Hellllllllllo Readers!

I am so sorry from the bottom of my heart that it has taken so long for me to post something! I could list all the excuses I have but let's not waste your time :) Today it was a blistering million degrees as usual so I decided to match the sun today! I wore these wonderful yellow pants with a vintage embroidered shirt. By wearing the shirt with the deep, rich colors I was able to balance out the pants and make them sophisticated instead of childish! Don't be afraid to wear brights, just make sure you even them out with some neutrals. Be looking out for another post tomorrow - I won't forget!

P.S. It was super bright outside, hence the 3rd picture with the sad face!

kisses & roses readers

<3 Torre

Shirt: Vintage; Tank: XXI; Jeans: J.Crew; Sandals: Jack Rodgers; Earrings; Handmade (Rachel Ross)

Mini, mini, mini

2011-09-01T17:12:00.005-04:00

If you're like me and have long legs it's hard to wear mini skirts. If you're also like me and tend to love them anyways I have a solution for you! The key is balance. One of the key elements to fashion is proportion. If something isn't in proportion everything basically just gets thrown off to the eye. So, how do you wear a mini skirt you might ask? You balance it out with something long up top! Today, I was blessed with 80 degree weather (a rarity in Greenville) and the ability to debut my new navy wool blazer I got for the fall! Blazer's are very in this upcoming season, although it's hard for a blazer to ever not be in style. I paired my blazer with a simple button down since I knew my skirt was patterned. Threw on some cute turquoise ballet flats for a nice pop and voila, easiest outfit to look put together in ever! If you need to pull something together try adding a blazer, it does wonders! Thanks to my roommate I was able to get some pictures, hope ya'll enjoy!

kisses & roses readers

<3 Torre

Jacket: J.Crew, Button Down: Polo, Skirt: Old Navy, Shoes: Aldo, Bracelets: Coach, J.Crew

Not Just Another Fashion Blog

2011-08-31T12:10:00.002-04:00

Hello Lovelies!

My name is Torre Grills and I'd like to introduce myself to you. I'm a third year student at East Carolina University with a serious passion and eye for fashion. This blog for me is going to be a creative outlet. I'll let you know what's coming out in terms of trends and what to look for as key pieces next season. I'll also be trying some do-it-yourself type of projects with step by step instructions on how you can do it! I'm also enrolled in two classes this fall that I know will have many projects (like dying silk scarves) that I hope to be able to teach you how to do. There will postings of my outfits as well as friends and on Fridays I plan on doing "Fierce Fridays" where I photograph students on campus and show you how easy it is to be fierce everyday! Don't worry, I promise this won't be your average fashion blog. This will be something that you can't help but love to check.

Until next time, kisses & roses

<3 Torre