The 90's grunge trend took lead in Seattle with the inspiration of Nirvana, a well know Washington based band. At the time it wasn't really thought out as a trend, it was just a simple and cheap way of getting dressed. In a 1993 interview with Vogue, designer Jean Paul Gaultier shared his thoughts on grunge, "Grunge is nothing more than the way we dress when we have no money."
Trends of the 90's grunge include the obvious, leather, flannel, moto boots, ripped denim, and of course that don't care attitude to go with. I started to become interested in grunge fashion with the rise of leather, flannel, super distressed denim, and moto boots. One of my classmates was just gifted at looking amazing, but at the same time looking like she didn't try to put these things together. You don't have to be Johnny Depp or Courtney Love to look a little grungy. Some days I like to look like Elle Woods, and some days I feel like a 90's groupie (you know minus the bad things about groupies). Here are a few pieces to add to your wardrobe if you are also inspired by the fashion Seattle is known for.
A Flannel button up. Paired with a pair of distressed skinnies, or tied around your waist of any outfit. Yes tying sweaters and shirts around your waist is a thing again. The last time I did this I was in fourth grade getting off a plane to go to Disney World. Muscle Tanks are a must for hot days or layering under a camo jacket. Rarely will you find a piece that's form fitting and grunge, something that can be hard to adjust to,
but a plus is you don't have to worry about sucking it in! My last piece isn't something you can buy, but its a key factor into looking like you didn't try, even though in reality you tried really hard! Take it easy with the straightener and curling iron on your grunge days, try throwing on a beanie, or adding texture to your natural hair. Even if your not a person who wants to rock the grunge look, remember fashion is a form of expression. When you walk into your closet, you have the choice of being anyone you want to be.
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clothes is Express. Being a college student, the only time I can afford Express is when there is a sale. Their website is offering 50% off everything and free shipping until noon Friday. 
As you may know it's midterm season at NDSU and I am currently occupying the front seat of the struggle bus. Thus the reason I haven't blogged in the last two weeks, my apologies, but lets all be thankful I still have my marbles. Being last week was an emotional and psychological disaster for myself, and assuming many other college students, I thought this post needed to be care free and fun. Today I'm giving you my favorite 2014 Halloween costumes, whether there from a famous celebrity or a dog I found on Instagtram. I'm also writing this in my one hour break between classes so please forgive grammatical or spelling errors (sorry mom you'll have to deal with it). The first costume I want to share with you is Katy Perry's! A flammin hot 
Cheeto! She most likely caught my attention because well I freaken love Cheeto's. Sure Halloween is known for short skirts and risk-ay costumes, but Katy Perry is foxy enough, lets count this as her day off. I also give major props to anyone that was willing to try extreme cartoon makeup which was popular on Pinterest. Super cute! As for a costume I would pay an obscene amount of money to own is Cher from clueless, one of my all time favorite movies! Iggy Azalea recreated it to a T in her "Fancy" music video. As for last minute costumes (a category I fell into myself) I decided to channel Tom Cruise from Risky Business. A shirt from savers and socks from Wal-mart had me ready for Halloween. As I was afraid might happen, not many people knew what I was suppose to be and I was told I looked like the walk of shame, sure we'll go with that. And just for funzies here are some cute pictures of babies and dogs in costumes :) 
I consider the work wear jacket a must have in every man's closet. It's a classy piece that caters to a wide range of styles. Now let's talk about things a man should never do. Short socks with dress pants. NO!!!!!! I don't need to explain this one just don't do it. I will also call you out if I see you wearing white socks with black pants. That's just lazy. The next thing I want to talk about is simple and cheesy but it's your best bet at dressing well. Be yourself. Yes fashion gives you chance to showcase different pieces of your personality, but not all in the same outfit. For example, one of my classmates was wearing BKE's, cowboy boots, and a snap-back. Pretty boy hipster cowboy isn't a thing, sorry. I apologize to all the Luke Bryan lovers out there but the tight pants need to go. Please stop risking your chances of having children with these health hazardous jeans. Well, I'm sorry that was more of a small rant, 
rather than fashion advice, but it is what it is! Have a super week! 
It sure did cool off quickly! You wont hear me complain after living in a house with no AC all summer! New York fashion week was wonderful, and I'm about to tell you all the fashions you should bring to your closet! Although NY fashion week is showing spring collections, we can still bring some pieces and ideas into our fall and winter style. Lets start with footwear :) Although I still wear them, I'm leaning towards short ankle boots rather then riding boots. Fashion week showcased a lot of black, but every color is in. A favorite part of fall for me is breaking out my suede ankle booties.
The two colors fit great together, and the navy keeps it from getting to "eastery". As for patterns, plaid is the way to go this fall! If you're not new to plaid try wearing it in a different way. If you're use to a classy plaid scarf, shake things up a bit and pair a baggy flannel blouse with skinnies and ankle boots. Hope you enjoyed this, have a lovely week :) 
