Growing up on the beach it is fair to say that I pretty much love anything that has a nice nautical vibe going for it. I also love old fashioned 40′s inspired outfits and when you combine the two looks I personally think you get something completely classic. Almost always these looks for me involve the colors red, white, and blue and have some kind of stripe going on. I also love polka dots but that is for another post. Give some of these looks a try this summer for an effortless, […] Continue reading →
The Met Gala is often called fashion’s Oscars, where every famous Oscar star and fashions most influential names all come together on one night. I pretty much only ever watch award shows to see the fashion choices the celebs will be stepping onto the Red Carpet in, and while the Met Gala isn’t exactly an awards show it has just as much hype in the fashion world. There were definitely a lot of amazing and not so amazing choices in my mind this year. Here are my favorites for best […] Continue reading →
I’m sure everyone is now aware of this wicked big nail art trend, it has been kind of hard to miss. Nail art has been taking off like crazy and it seems like the possibilities are endless! While I am not necessarily the best nail painter myself I can really appreciate how creative some people have been getting in the fashion world with this new trend. Here are some of my most impressive findings, maybe one day I will be able to master one of these looks… 20s Inspired Nails via […] Continue reading →
Do you ever find yourself so in love with a new recipe, a new song, an outfit…whatever it may be, that you put your new obsession of choice on repeat a little bit in your own life? I am definitely going through one of those phases right now. Here are the few things which I am absolutely loving and are totally on repeat. This song: Wild Ones by Flo Rida ft. Sia, has been on repeat in my car, and is quickly becoming the bain of Mike existence I think. Sorry, but I’m not sorry it […] Continue reading →
With the ridiculously high temperatures we have been having lately I think it may be about time to break out the nautical inspiration. Just in case you happen to find yourself on the side of a sailboat, needing to look effortlessly fashionable and camera ready, you should probably be wearing this. If you are invited to a yacht club party you can rock this. You can paint your nails like this. You can lounge on the beach, looking like a perfectly put together pinup girl from the 20s in this. […] Continue reading →
In case you are running just a little bit behind and still are in need of some great ideas, whether it be fashion or food related, for your Easter Holiday Celebration; I have compiled a one stop shop for everything you need for your weekend to go off without a hitch! And of course for you to look great while making it all happen! Easter Brunch Recipes Vegetarian Easter Dinner Options Adorable Easter Treats and Sweets Easter Table Crafts and Favors Perfect Easter Outfits Bright Bags For Spring […] Continue reading →
So I am kind of having a hard time deciding exactly what I want my Easter Outfit to be this year and would love your feedback. I have narrowed it down to the following two options with an assortment of shoes and accessories. So please feel free to voice your opinions in the comment section and let me know whether you prefer “This” or “That”. Also if you follow my makwaves facebook page there is an amazing Kate Spade of New York deal that I posted! OR Let me know […] Continue reading →
Exciting news everyone! Maknwaves has now launched an Etsy store! This store will feature a lot of DIY projects that I feature on the blog for sale or custom order in case you don’t feel like making them yourself, as well as a long-awaited inventory of my homemade jewelry for people to purchase. These pieces can also be custom-made. For years now I have been giving away my homemade projects, crafts, and mostly my homemade jewelry to friends and family members because I LOVE giving […] Continue reading →
I love this seasons trend of bold, popping handbags with lots of color. It seems like this season your bag really could be your number one go to accessory…or for some of you has your handbag always been your number one accessory? I have to say that I have always been more of a shoe girl rather than a bag girl, but with these seasons trends my natural instincts seem to be all out of wack and I cant seem to get enough of either!Just in time for some last minute Easter Outfit shopping, […] Continue reading →
Less is more. This is a phrase that as I have gotten older I have grown to have a much better understanding of, but sometimes it can still be hard to do. It’s the phrase that all of our moms uttered to us at one point or another regarding a specific makeup or wardrobe choice…most likely this was followed up by a seriously serious eye role on our behalf. I was recently reminded of this phrase and my own fashion mishaps when I was in the dressing room the other day. While I was […] Continue reading →
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