Trick or Chic?: How to Infuse Fashion Into Your Hallowe'en Costume

It is my favourite time of year as I am inundated with a zillion fashion events to keep up with, the holidays are fast approaching and most importantly the one night of the year, when it is perfectly acceptable to wear a shockingly scary outfit, Hallowe'en!

But who says that your costume has to be ghoulish, freaky or scary? Why not try to something a little chic and dress up as your most cherished fashionista or fashionmista? What better way to see what it is really like to be like one of your fashion favourites for a day and show your love for all things fashion and style?

There are so many fabulous people to choose from but the ones that truly stood out that evoke a true signature style are none other than, Anna Wintour, Rachel Zoe, Karl Lagerfeld and John Galliano. Each have stood out for not only their career accomplishments but trademark style. Check it out below for costume ideas on how to dress as your fashion favourites!

All About the Boys

Karl Lagerfeld-When you see this man not only do you think quilted bags and double interlocking C's but you also think of a man who is in charge and knows a thing or two about how to put together a tailored and edgy ensemble. The best way to achieve this serious look come Hallowe'en is easy as pie:

For the hair, visit your local costume shop and pick up a white wig with a ponytail or if you have long, hair smooth it back and apply baby powder or temporary coloured hair spray.

For the clothes, get a velvet or satin black tailored blazer with matching pants. If you don't have one, check your local vintage store. Add a white ruffled button down and black bow tie or long tie underneath the jacket.

For the accessories, pick up silver cross chain necklaces and medallions as well as motorcycle gloves to add the edge. Don't forget the signature black sunglasses as they are the cherry on the sundae of this look.

John Galliano-Known for his magical and threatrical designs, Monsieur Galliano does not forget to add a whole 'lotta flair to his daily ensembles. With his signature tops hats and thin mustache, he always stands out. To achieve this fashion forward look follow these steps:

For the hair, purchase a long super straight bronde wig. Also, if you don't already have facial hair, purchase a thin fake mustache and soul patch or you can get some fun fur and facial glue to improvise.

For the clothes, invest in a low cut button vest and tight pants. You can have fun with it and invest in a pattern suit set with lotsa sequins!

For the accessories, wear an ornate cross, edgy, spiky rings and the signature top hat! Have fun with it and add some sequined ties, bows or faux flowers.

Where my ladies at?

Anna Wintour-as editor-in-chief of the fashion bible, VOGUE Miss Wintour's look screams authority with the dark square sunglasses with a slightly rounded edge and fabulous fur coat. If you ever wondered what it would be like to be the queen bee of fashion for a day, here's your chance!

For the hair, you must purchase a light brown bob wig for it is just too perfect and too cute. Try buying a wig made for flappers as most of them are bobs.

For the clothes, Anna Wintour is often seen in an oh-so-chic fur coat and printed shift dress. Perfect for a lady and perfect for a fashionista. Try black tights with your dress due to the chilly weather.

For the accessories, black plastic sunglasses and statement necklace, preferably one with baubles galore. Also, try a slim gold or leather strap watch to add a touch of sophistication.

Rachel Zoe-The Zoeinator is everyone's favourite stylist. With her hilarious and fashionable reality show, The Rachel Zoe Project in which she seems to have a catch phrase for literally everything (literally) she shows that working in fashion is no piece of cake. Re-creating her famous boho-chic look is like one, two, three.

For the hair, if you don't naturally have blonde wavy hair invest in a wig. You can also purchase some blonde hair mascara to create her California sun kissed hair. For her signature waves, whip out the old curling iron.

For the clothes, there could not be a true Rachel Zoe look without her staple fur vest and wide leg jean. Make sure to invest in a flow-y blouse underneath. If you are in the mood to wear a dress, check out a vintage store for a colourful and printed lightweight butterfly sleeved maxi dress.

For the accessories, oversized sunglasses, oversized clutch and wedges. Need we say more?


There you have it! Your guide to being fashionable and fabulous this Hallowe'en. Email or tweet me your Hallowe'en looks!

Enjoy!

Amanda
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Rib Tattoos

The ribs and side torso area is a rather common location for a tattoo design, perhaps more common among women, and the tattoo often extends below the ribcage in many cases.

The type of designs range from anything under the sun, or anything you would have inked elsewhere on the body, however flowers and other vegetation seem to be most popular.

Feast your pretty peepers on this picture gallery of excellent rib tattoo ideas, which are mainly for girls, however guys may find them appealing as well.

Large roses and vine extending to hip and chest.

Colorful flowery artwork.

Possible zombie attack.

Cute collection of five stars.

Fabulous artwork with roses.

Clouds and old school plane dogfight.

Lower Back Tattoos

Love them or not, lower back tattoos have officially inked themselves as one of the most popular tattoo requests among women and even some men, but how could this be, the mere idea of these designs have garnered the negative slang stereotype of "tramp stamp", nevertheless these lower back stamps have flourished like a flower in the open sunlight.

When its all said and done, the fact remains that some people enjoy the presence of a lower back tattoos, while others find it to be cliche beyond belief.

Either way, enjoy these pictures of some quality design ideas, showcases on some lovely ladies.

Cute butterfly artwork.

Smattering of small and large stars.

Tribal and rose ideas.

Lengthy scripture.

Peacock bird feathers.

Colorful artwork with rainbows.

Hello Kitty is adorable...

It's a Shopping Contest!

Don't just love when all you have to do is enter in some of your contact information into a database and then voila, you have a chance at winning a shopping spree? Well you are in luck because Club Monaco, FASHION magazine and Shopbop have all teamed up for a fabulous and fashionable contest!

Enter and you will receive a $1000 gift certificate to Club Monaco and Shopbop accompanied with a consultation with none other than a very wise and talented editor from FASHION!


If you are broke and in need of style guidance or just love shopping and want to meet a FASHION editor, I highly suggest you enter this contest!

Click here for more details and good luck!

Enjoy!


Amanda
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Lip Tattoos

Sometimes i find it difficult to keep up with all the latest tattoo treads, initiated by cool kids around the world, however lip tattoos are quickly becoming a little too common for their own good.

That's right folks, people everywhere are now venturing into the inner fleshy areas, for some undoubtedly painful inner lip ink, which is surely parent approved...

The real question is, how long does it take until that "new tattoo" taste is fully gone?

Skull and crossbones idea.

Lovely lady lips.

Sore is an understatement.

Heart line on pink bottom area.

Vegan approved artwork?

Heaven or hell?

Stars are shining bright for this young lady.

The Spice Factor

When your in the mood to spice up your look, maybe you reach for your red Louboutin pumps, or your favourite Roberta Cavalli leopoard print blouse? Perhaps you venture into your bureau draw and fetch your sexiest Victoria Secret lingerie?

When you want to spice up the kitchen, why not take a culinary trip to India? With fresh wholesome ingredients and exotic herbs and spices, you can cook up quite a few tasty dishes. One of my favourite shows that does exactly that is the Food Network's Spice Goddess with Bal Areneson. She puts a modern twist on many of my Indian favourites, such as Butter Chicken, Roti, and Lentil Cookies. 

Be sure to check out Bal’s show every Saturday on the Food Network for a delectable trip to the tastes of India.

Check out one my favorite Bal recipes for No Butter Chicken, 

Ingredients

2 to 3 tablespoons grapeseed oil

1 tablespoon chopped ginger

1 cup chopped red onion

1 cup chopped tomato paste

1 tablespoon cumin seeds

1 tablespoon turmeric

pinch chili pepper flakes

1 tablespoon garam masala

½ teaspoon salt

freshly ground pepper

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1 tablespoon brown sugar

¼ cup plain yogurt

1 cup water

Method:

1.     Put a large skillet over medium-high heat and add oil. When it starts to get hot, add the ginger and onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until soft.

2.     Add the tomato paste, spices and salt and pepper and cook for 2 minutes, turning the heat down low. 

      Add the chicken and stir well to coat and cook for 5 to 7 minutes.

3.     Add the brown sugar, yogurt and water, turn heat up to high and cook for 7 to 10 more minutes, till chicken breaks easily when  pressed with a fork.

Donna for Amanda's Fashion Spot
Amanda
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Leg Tattoos

The legs are another extremely popular location for a tattoo design, perhaps even more popular among people who wish to easily conceal their artwork, if need be.

As for leg tattoo designs, anything you would have inked on your arm, would look equally as appealing on your leg as well, including sleeve designs, which often begin at the knee, or just below, and extend to just above the ankle.

Feast your peepers on this little picture gallery of tattoo ideas for both men and women.

Cool biomechanical double sleeve artwork.

Mario mushrooms on back of calf.

Celtic inspired art.

Asian themed colorful design.

Detailed Aztec ink.

Large green dragon masterpiece.

Tiger with black background.

Praying Hands Tattoos

Praying hands symbolize a sense of devotion and love for our father in heaven, a dedication tattoo which represents our passion and ultimate obedience for the written word of God.

Praying hands tattoos are beloved by both men and women, and are often accompanied by a cross, rosary or perhaps a cherished scripture.

Checkout this picture galley of a sensationally beautiful variety of praying hands tattoos.

Colorful idea with shining halo.

Only God can judge me, on upper arm area.

Great design with name.

Beautiful artwork with cross.

Price of freedom dog tags.

Faith with artsy font.

Clouds with beams of light.

Angel Wings Tattoos

One of the latest trends that seems to be taking the body art world by storm is angel wing tattoos, placed appropriately on the back which creates a stunningly realistic looking masterpiece.

These angel wing tattoos come in all shapes, sizes and styles, some very cute and small, while other designs cover virtually the entire back of an individual.

And if you plan on tattooing a larger pair of angel wings on your very own back, get comfortable, because these designs will take several visits to the local parlor to complete.

Detailed design on the back of woman.

With large bone structure on man.

Medium sized artwork idea.

With scripture and dagger.

Extensive artwork on tanned woman.

Smaller artwork idea.

Double take of lovely body art.