*Happy New Year's from Snapshot Fashion*

Today was a lazy day at home...which in turn resulted in making a stop motion fashion video with my husband. It's 100% silly...but, fun regardless! I have no idea how I roped him in to starring in it. Here we show you how we get ready for fun New Year's Eve parties. What to wear, what to wear. The options are endless.

The real kicker is that we have no NYE plans for tomorrow night. A quiet night at home, making some yummy food, drinking some bubbly, and watching the hilarity of Anderson Cooper and Kathy Griffin while they count down to the new year. What are your plans???

Look of the Day

1) Women's Kutzie Knot Pump available at Payless- $29.99
2) Talitha Blouse available at J. Crew- $110.00
3) Jenna Ruffled Minaudiere available at BCBG- $158.00
4) Swing Me Around Skirt available at ModCloth- $59.99
5) Floral Borealis Tights available at ModCloth- $14.99

Top 10 Makeup Looks of 2011

I'll be honest with you...I'm not the best at doing my makeup. Over the last few years I have definitely improved my makeup application abilities. I think that this is probably because I have been so inspired by so many celebrities and other bloggers out there. Here are my TOP TEN favorite looks of 2011---

10) Gwen Stefani

9) Amanda Seyfried

8) Nubia

7) Zoe Saldana

6) Zooey Deschanel

5) Lauren Conrad

4) Taylor Swift

3) Rooney Mara

2) Keiko Lynn

1) Freida Pinto

Do you agree with those that made it on my list? Who would be on your list???

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Must Haves- Shoes

A girl can never have too many shoes in their closet. Am I right ladies? Footwear really does pull an outfit together and gives it a finishing touch. Here I compiled some of my favorite shoe styles out there right now. So if you are in need of a new pair of kicks try one of these in my collage below...I guarantee you will get compliments!

Look of the Day

1) Lightning Camera Action Earrings available at ModCloth- $15.99
2) Deep V Longline Top available at Forever21- $14.50
3) Midnight Metropolis Handbag available at ModCloth- $62.99
4) Quincy High Heel Boots available at J. Crew- $298.00
5) Pink Jeggings available at American Eagle Outfitters- $44.50

Holiday Outfits

Christmas is upon us! My husband (and dog) and I celebrated Christmas this morning. It was so great! My husband got me some great clothing, jewelry, and an awesome handbag & wallet. One of my gifts was an adorable skirt from H&M that I will definitely be wearing Christmas day (I'm sure a picture will be following shortly...so stay tuned!).

I thought it would be a great idea to put some fun holiday looks together for my readers. Click on the collages below to see where you can purchase these items---

holidays 1 by snapshotfashion featuring leather bags

holiday2 by snapshotfashion featuring a snake clutch

holidays3 by snapshotfashion featuring a layered skirt

We'll be heading to my husband's parents' house in Long Island tomorrow and then off to my husband's aunt and uncle's house in Queens on Sunday for the holiday. Lots of driving this weekend...but it should be a good time. And then we are celebrating the holidays with my parents next weekend. Busy, busy!

What are your plans for Christmas? What will you be wearing?

And The Winner Is...

Thanks so much to all that entered the Shabby Apple dress giveaway! There can only be one winner...and the lucky winner is: April G.

April, stay tuned for an email to be coming your way...

Stay tuned for more great giveaways coming your way in the upcoming year.

Gift Guide- Stocking Stuffers

I know when I was younger I LOVED getting small gifts in my Christmas stocking. You have to admit, a lot of great gifts come in small packages. Here are some stocking stuffers that will make the holidays even more special...

I adore Benefits Cosmetics...especially their sets. Their Big Beautiful Eyes set is one of my all time favorites! It comes complete with shadows, powdered liner, brushes, and concealer. You don't have to be a professional to get your eye makeup looking stellar...this set comes with some easy to follow directions which makes it simple to look amazing!

Philosophy has great smelling 3 in 1 products (shampoo/conditioner/body wash). One of my favorite scents has to be cinnamon buns. Yes, cinnamon buns! Need I say more?

I love getting Christmas ornaments for gifts. So many of them on my tree right now were gifted to me. There are some adorable foodie ornaments at Sur La Table. Doesn't this chocolate covered strawberry ornament look delicious?!?!

In my book tights make a fantastic gift! Yeah, I know I have a legwear obsession...but trust me, you can never have too many tights. ModCloth has some adorable options. These Grey Peacock Feather Tights are one of my top picks.

Shopping Roundup

~Stop by LOFT to get 40% off of full priced items.

~J. Crew is taking 30% off of your entire purchase online and in stores when you use the promo code SNOWMAN.

~Get an additional 20% off of your entire purchase at Kenneth Cole when you use the promo code GET20 at checkout.

~Take 30% off and free standard shipping at Nine West.

~Almost everything at Arden B. is now 40% off.

~Anthroplogie is taking 30% off of all sale items.


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*Shabby Apple Dress Giveaway*

Snapshot Fashion is starting your Friday off right by bringing a FABULOUS giveaway your way!

Shabby Apple has an amazing collection of women's dresses and Snapshot Fashion has handpicked this beautiful Gray Fox dress to giveaway to one lucky reader. The scalloped tiered design makes this frock feel vintage inspired...yet the bold royal blue color keeps it quite modern. This dress is totally appropriate for the office, casual enough to wear on a weekend outing, and dressy enough for a party. So feminine and so flirty...I could think of a million different places I'd want to wear this dress! Can't you?!?!

How to enter this giveaway:
1) You must LIKE Shabby Apply on Facebook.
2) Leave your name and email address, and tell us how you'd accessorize this dress.

For extra entries (one for each):
1) Follow Snapshot Fashion on Google Friend Connect.
2) LIKE Snapshot Fashion on Facebook.
3) Follow Snapshot Fashion on Twitter.

You must get your entries in by 3pm eastern time on Thursday, December 22nd.

Shabby Apple was kind enough to give all of my readers 10% off. Just enter snapshotfashion10off at checkout for your discount.

And The Winner Is...

Thanks so much to everyone that entered the Olivia Peach earring giveaway...but there could only be one winner. The lucky winner is: Benita

Benita, I will be contacting you via email...so stay tuned!

Since it is December, and it is the month of giving we have another really cool giveaway coming to Snapshot Fashion tomorrow. So be sure to stop back!

Carey in W Magazine

To be completely honest I really don't know all that much about Carey Mulligan. What I do know is that I adore her style, and think she is just as cute as a button. When I came across this recent shoot for W Magazine I had to stop in my tracks.

Could this girl be more photogenic??? Breathtaking, right? Gosh, I wish I could pull off short hair like her (I tried it super short once when I was 16...not a good look on me...at all).

To see more photos from this shoot stop on over to W Magazine. What do you think of this shoot???


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Snapshot Fashion Loves Fig

So I have some exciting news to share with you all...Snapshot Fashion is going to be joining forces with Fig Magazine. Fig focuses on the arts, dining, shopping, entertainment and learning opportunities in the downtown Lancaster, Pennsylvania. My blog posts will be known as "Snapshot Fashion Lancaster". Stay tuned for more details!!! I'll be focusing on street style, shopping in downtown Lancaster, and showing off how to wear certain styles and fashions at featured stores! Cool right???



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Look of the Day

Look of the Day by snapshotfashion featuring satchel handbags

Would You Wear This?

You know I love Sarah Jessica Parker, so when I say this I mean no disrespect. SJP...what were you thinking here? I feel as though this look has some serious potential...but needs a wide belt, or a cropped jacket...OR SOMETHING! Am I the only one that thinks she looks insanely frumpy here? Come on SJP, pull it together.

Would you wear this look?


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Interview with The Blue Stitch

A few days ago I was lucky enough to meet up with Heather Forrey, designer of handbags and totes for The Blue Stitch. We chatted over coffee and tea and talked about her designs...she even showed me some of her sketches. One of the nicest girls I met in a while. She even made a Snapshot Fashion tote specifically for myself and my readers. Let's take a moment and get to know Heather---

Snapshot Fashion: How do you come up with your designs?
Heather: I get inspired by looking at clothing. The way the neck of a sweater lays, or the folds on a dress. I love looking on Pinterest.

Snapshot Fashion: When did you start making bags?
Heather: I've been making bags for about four to five years now. When I started designing bags I used patterns...but not anymore.

Snapshot Fashion: Describe your bags in three words.
Heather: Functional, fun, and exciting. As a busy mom, functionality is key with everything.

Snapshot Fashion: Where do you see yourself professionally in 5 years?

Heather: Making others happy will satisfy me. I've been thinking about making a stylish, yet functional diaper bag line.

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If you are interested in the Snapshot Fashion tote bag ($40) send Heather an email. If you like the style of the bag, yet the color or print isn't for you...she can make the Snapshot Fashion tote with the color and print of your liking! Please note that even though a specific design is used, because they are all handmade they may differ slightly.

Look of the Day

Look of the Day by snapshotfashion featuring skinny leg jeans

*Olivia Peach Earring Giveaway*

It's giveaway time! My dear artist/jewelry designer friend, Olivia Peach, has made these beautiful Ruby Falls earrings (valued at $40). These earrings include smokey topaz AB finish faceted Czech glass beads, with faceted gun metal grey Czech glass beads, and faceted ruby colored Swarovski bicones. They are complete with all sterling silver wire, headpins and ear hooks. They are about 2 inches in length from top of hook and are light weight.

Here are the rules to enter this giveaway:

1) You must be a US resident.

2) You must follow Snapshot Fashion via Google Friend Connect.

3) Leave a comment here stating what you would wear these earrings with, as well as your name and email address.

For extra entries:

1) For one EXTRA entry, please tweet about contest via Twitter. (provide us with the link)

2) For one EXTRA entry, make Olivia Peach's Etsy page as a favorite.

All entries must be in by 5pm eastern time on Thursday, December 15th. One winner will then be chosen via random.org. Good luck to everyone that enters!!!

The Blue Stitch

I don't know what the weather is by you...but it is pouring rain here. I swear it has rained Tuesdays/Wednesdays for the last month or so. The wind is so loud it is scaring my pour little dog. And we are suppose to wake up to snow on the ground. Needless to say, my outfit pics had to be taken inside today.

I have to say, I'm BEYOND excited to tell you all about this adorable tote made specifically for Snapshot Fashion by The Blue Stitch. This lilac and black bag has an assymetrical flap, three buttons (on each side), and an adorable vine print. Isn't it too cute? Well, it's your lucky day...The Blue Stitch has made this tote available for all of my readers for only $40! Please note that this tote is handmade so even though they will be the same design, not every bag will look absolutely identical. Be sure to contact The Blue Stitch today to order your tote!!!

shirt- H&M

skirt- Brooklyn Industries

blazer- MNG by Mango

necklace- Urban Outfitters

shoes- Deena & Ozzy

tote- c/o The Blue Stitch

The inside of this bag is great. I love it when my bags have one big compartment. There is also a little pocket which is great to put cell phones or lipstick in, and an attached key chain.

I love the buttons! I love black and purple! I love The Blue Stitch!

How will you rock your Snapshot Fashion tote by The Blue Stitch? Email Heather at The Blue Stitch to order your Snapshot Fashion tote today!

My husband was cracking me up when he took this last picture. Don't ask...

Stay tuned later this week to read the interview I did recently with Heather Forrey (owner of The Blue Stitch). We met over coffee and tea and talked at length about her inspirations for her bags, she showed me her sketches, and just had a lovely conversation. She was too sweet! Thanks again Heather!!!

Be sure to stop by Snapshot Fashion's Facebook page to see some My Style Outtakes.

Look of the Day

Look of the Day by snapshotfashion featuring a textured hosiery

Snapshot Fashion On Big Cartel

Recently I threw some clothing up on my eBay account to try to sell. Some items sold, others did not. I wanted to say a huge thank-you to all of you that recommended that I try using Big Cartel. I made a little mini shop there with some items...and will be updating and rotating items. Stop on by and check it out!!!


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Gift Guide- Accessories

I absolutely love accessories. Adding them to any outfit gives you instant style. They also are a very simple gift when you are in a pinch. I find that these make fantastic gifts for someone you know really well...or someone that you hardly know at all. Here are my favorite accessories to gift---

Hats are a fun way to add some personality to your look. Winter time is always a great time to wear an adorable cloche. This one, available at ModCloth, is my current favorite...probably because it is pink.

Jewelry always makes a great gift. There are some amazing pieces available at t + j Designs. Unique styles at affordable prices...gotta love them!

Gloves are a fantastic item for the holidays...especially if you live where it is cold. You know the recipient will use them...and if they are cute, you know they will love wearing them. Check out these beautiful Leather Cashmere Lined Gloves from Coach. They come in seven different colors (again, I'm partial to pink!) and they are sure to make anyone's holiday a little brighter.

Who doesn't love a great handbag? Matt and Nat has some amazing vegan handbags. I personally love this black vegan Hendrix bag in their collection. Slightly edgy, yet very wearable.

Scarves are a great go to gift when you don't know what to get someone. They can wear it with their coat...or to add some color and texture to their outfit. What I really love is the eternity scarf. This is the "circle scarf" that you simply loop over your head. It's probably one of the easiest scarves to wear because you don't have to worry about how you tie it. I love this Ecote Abstract Open Weave Eternity Scarf available at Urban Outfitters.

What is your favorite accessory to give or get???