How to Wear: Patterned/Colored Pants!

I got this idea in my head and couldn't get it out until it was posted so 2 posts in one day . . . I feel accomplished :). Ok, so I have noticed the trend of patterned and colored pants going around and I know some people may have difficulties of what to pair the pants with. Well have no fear, Nicki is here!! So lets say you go for a pair of patterned pants like these (can be found at Delia's).

You could pair patterned pants with a solid colored top such as this one. I love this sweater so much because it has a cut out bow on the back! (also at Delia's)

So some of you may not want to be so daring and plunge right into this trend. Never fear!! You can try a more subtle approach and go with patterned pants like these (also at Delia's). There is a very unnoticeable pattern on this particular pair of pants but its there.

With this pair of pants I would go with a more neutral colored top such as this oatmeal colored sweater from Forever 21. It has a tie-keyhole in the back. To add some charm to this outfit you could add a cute girly necklace like this one.

Now moving onto the trend of colored pants. I would suggest going with a a plain but fancy top or graphic shirt and some cool accessories. I have this pair of ox blood/maroon colored jeans from Rue 21.

I think this pair of pants would look cool with a gray, black, or white top such as this one from Delia's. For shoes I thought this pair of studded motorcycle type boots would look awesome and gives the outfit some rocker edge. Now these boots I got at a TJ Maxx and I think their merchandise varies from place to place but don't worry you can probably find these kinds of boots at any another store.

Well thats all I have for this post (it was really long!!) but if you have any questions leave them in the comments and I might just answer them! ♥,Nicki

Review: Clinique 3-Step Acne Solution System

Hi everyone!! It has been far to long but don't worry! We haven't abandoned the blog. So as promised I have a review for Clinique's 3-Step Acne Solution System. I began using this seeing it was working for someone I know. The first step is a cleansing foam. Its really nice, it doesn't burn like other systems I have tried. It a light scent in my opnion. The second step is a clarifying lotion. Don't let the name fool you though it is actually very liquidy and clear. This can sting a little if you have recently picked at the acne you have (I'm guilty of doing this). The last step is a clearing moisturizer which doesn't burn at all and doesn't have a strong scent either. This system has worked very well for me and I would highly recommend it. I'm sorry to say that I don't remember the price of this item and feel bad to those of you who wanted to know.

BONUS!!! I've decided to add something to this post that also helps with acne/redness. It is Clinique's Redness Reduction Powder.

The powder is yellow instead of skin colored because it balances out the redness better. It even comes with a little brush and an area to store the brush.

Well thats all for this post but I will be posting more very soon!! ♥,Nicki

Quick Update on Song Style

We are still doing Song Style! Don't worry! For the first few Song Styles, we may not have our actual models that we hired modeling, so it may be just Blaire or Nicki. Our model's names are Elle (real name Danielle), Samantha, Katelyn, and Annabelle. In the posts we'll say who is modeling! Wish us luck with Teen Vogue and we got our camera!

~The Fab Gab♥

June Favorites | 2012

Welcome to our first favorites post! Here we're going to say what our favorite things are this month and talk a little about them, maybe Nicki will do one, too! Right now I'm doing one, this is Blaire the founder of The Fab Gab! Usually people do favorites at the end of the month, but that doesn't help you! We always try our best to help you, thats why we started this blog!! There will be no pictures in this post because I felt a post like this needed HD pictures so we couldn't use a webcam or an old camera, our new camera is on its way back, it's been borrowed by someone else, so thank you for your patience! Without further ado, these are my June Favorites!

Makeup: My favorite makeup item right now is the tarte Amazonian Clay Waterproof Eyeliner. It works so well, glides so smoothly on your eyes, stays all day, and the point stays sharp! I love it, I will be purchasing more of these.

Nail Polish: The best nail colors out there right now are Essie Mojito Madness and Essie Bikini So Teeny. First, I want to start off my saying that Essie is the best overrall nail polish brand. Mojito Madness is this goregous bright green, it can be edgy, classy, glam, or girly, it is an all-around color! Bikini So Teeny is such a pretty color, it's this pale blue that is to die for.

Music: I Won't Give Up by Jason Mraz and Too Close by Alex Clare. I Won't Give Up is a beautiful song, with beautiful lyrics, sung by a beautiful, natural voice. Too Close is just one of those I love you, but I have to let you go songs. It tells a story and its so fun to listen to if you're happy, angry, or sad.

Hair: So, I just got a new brush and it's amazing. The CHI TURBO CB11. It's a large paddle brush and it really smooths out your hair and doesn't hurt when getting the tangles and knots out! I tend to run my fingers through my hair, especially my bangs, for a tousled look. That makes my hair really oily so the best dry shampoo I found is Rockaholic Dirty Secret. It really absorbs the oil and dirt out on those days that you don't have time to wash your hair. It also leaves a fresh clean scent!

Vera Bradley: Island Blooms has always been my favorite pattern ever since it came out so I'm still sticking with that beautiful, summery pattern. If I want something that's on sale I always get Plum Petals because it's so pretty, especially in medium sized items.

The Books I'm Currently Reading: Catching Fire is my favorite book. I'm almost finished so soon I will take Mockingjay off my shelf! I'm so excited!

Check back next month for the next favorites post!

Stay Beautiful♥
The Fab Gab's Blaire♥

*We do not own any of the brands and/or stores mentioned in the post

Summer Time! + Welcome Back Fab Gab!

Summer is just around the corner which means, summer fashion shopping will be necessary!! There will be no pictures put up on this post because we wanted to post right away since we didn't post in so long. We've been busy preparing for a professional looking blog! So, there will be our very own high quality pictures to come and possibly videos if we're lucky! So the top summer item you need is a swim suit. Whether you like bikinis, tankinis, or one pieces, there's always something trendy for you. Always. Be sure to get a variety of colors, so let's say you're getting three new swim suits this season, you already got one pink one and you try on another pink one in a different style, try getting a blue or purple one because you already have pink and you don't want it to look like you're wearing the same one! Also, it's good to make one a solid color, or with a light pattern. If you got a tribal print one, don't get a zebra print one if you know you won't be getting another swim suit. If you're getting three swim suits get one wild pattern, one a light pattern, and one a neutral or solid color. There will be no confusion whether or not you're wearing the same bathing suit as last time! Another summer must-have is, waterproof make-up! If you're at the beach or the pool the worst thing is having your eyeliner or mascara smear down your face or smudge on your eyelids, you'll appear tired and if it's really bad your face will be covered in black makeup. Next thing would be, a cover-up. I know if you think wearing your favorite tank will cut it, but we've learned that if you wear a tank top, even a loose one it sticks to where your bikini is and makes two round marks...so get a cover up that will be double layered or ruffled in that area or a terry cloth one that will absorb the water. Next, you need flip flops! One pair of casual flip flops and one pair of fancy ones. Either solid color or patterned flip flops for the casual with normal straps and the fancy ones meaning the straps have a bow, flower, leather knot, etc. Wear the casual ones by the pool or with a beachy look and the fancy ones when you hit the mall, go out to dinner, walking on the boardwalk, anywhere. It all depends on your look! Next, sun dresses! Casual, dinner, shopping, pool, anywhere! Sun dresses are a must have! Next, a romper! Yes, a romper. Florals, solids, jean, they have basically every pattern in a romper! Rompers are to die for on almost-hot days, you can dress it up or dress it down. They are perfection! Next, a wide variety of shorts! Short shorts, finger-tip length, bermuda, there's a big variety! I recommend getting one of each kind and get a floral or tribal pair (some kind of patterned one) and denim of course! Also get cloth shorts for the pool or boardwalk or for just chilling! Lastly, tank tops. Flowy floral tank tops to just tight solid colors. You need one of each! Pair with shorts or a skirt, and on those chilly summer nights pair with jeans and a cardigan! We hoped this gave you your basics for summer clothes! We will be posting a lot more so please keep checking back!

Here's a list of some summer stores to check out:
Forever 21
Delia's
Hollister
Abercrombie and Fitch
Pacsun
Target
Wet Seal
Charlotte Russe
Department stores like Kohl's, Bon-Ton, Macy's, etc.

~The Fab Gab♥

*We do not own any brands and/or stores mentioned in this post.

Sorry

Hi everyone!! We FabGab bloggers have had idea block for some time now. We are soo sorry, so we were hoping you guys could leave comments on things you would like us to write about. I know I promised a review on Clinique's 3-Step Acne Solution System, but I haven't gotten a chance to take pictures of the system. I will the second I get the chance. Stay fashionable. Nicki

Review: Clinique Liquid Facial Soap ;; Liquid vs. Bar

I got it!!! I transfered from my bar facial soap to the liquid and I'm just like...wow...why didn't I use the liquid soap sooner?! It works so much better than the bar.
Pros:
1. Its easy to apply, just pump the soap out!
2. Easy rinse off! It's not as thick as the bar so it rinses off in half the amount of time
3. No zits! It zaps all the zits ever on your face and BOOM their gone!
Cons:
1. NONE!!!!!
So, which would I recommend? Liquid or bar? Personally, I like the liquid a lot better! But I still stand by everything I said about the bar, it is smaller, so I may use the bar for traveling since it is smaller. I just find that the liquid is easier to use and faster and it did clear up zits faster, also. It controlled my oily T-Zone so well it is amazing! Its been about 20 hours since washing my face with the liquid last night (I didn't have time thise morning) and my skin is not oily AT ALL. It's usually like super oily at this time but with the liquid it is not oily at all. I love it.

~The Fab Gab♥

School Pencil Case Organization

So first, you want a small pencil case that you will carry around with you to all your classes. This one is the new Brush and Pencil in Island Blooms from Vera Bradley. The new one is much bigger than the old small one so be sure your not buying from the "Sale" or "Retired" section because then it is not as big and for me I need mine bigger than the old one. This is the perfect size. I keep it in the side pocket on the outside of my school bag.

Then, you will need a larger one I call a "back-up" I used to use this one as my carry-around-with-me pencil case but it is soo huge it is too much to handle. It barely fits in my backpack with all my other books. This is the Trip Kit in Watercolor from Vera Bradley. The Trip Kit style is retired so it is on sale in all the patterns. Keep this in your locker, or if you don't have one (like me, because I go to a private school) in your desk.

In your back-up get a bunch of pens, pencils, and other school supplies and separate them into groups like pens, pencils, other. Tie the groups together with a rubber band. So I have all my pens tied together and all my pencils tied together and my other stuff tied together in little separate groups. I keep 3 hand sanitizers from Bath and Body Works in here in case my one in the main pencil case runs out. I keep pens in every color except pink in here, 4 mechanical pencils and 2 manual pencils, a highighter, come spare led, lotion, hand sani, a protractor, a 6 inch ruler, and a little emergency kit all in here.

In your main, don't separate into groups because there is not as much space. You don't need to anyways because it is small and easy to find things. In here I keep my homework passes and reward tickets, one hand sani, one 6 inch ruler, two red pens [one good one for me and a junky one for people to borrow], 4 manual pencils, 3 mechanical pencils [two good ones which are my Vera Bradley one and my Paper Mate metal one and a junky one], two black pens [one good one which is Vera Bradley and one junky one], two liquid highlighters [pink of course], one small case of led, two pink pens [one gel, one ballpoint], an Expo [dry-erase] marker, a small gluestick, scissors, a flash drive [USB drive], and an eraser. See how much this little guy fits?

This is my little Hello Kitty flash drive, isn't it adorable?!

This is the Tropical Berries hand sanitizer from Bath and Body Works. IT SMELLS AMAZING. I recommend you go out and buy it! It's only $1.50 USD!!!

I hope you enjoyed this pencil case organization! I hope it helps you as much as it helps me!

~The Fab Gab♥

KONY 2012

Make Kony famous. Stop at nothing.
Please watch this video and repost this blog: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y4MnpzG5Sqc
This year changes the world.

Hi!!

I'm Nicki, the new blogger The Fab Gab has been mentioning. I'm a proud supporter of this blog and have helped The Fab Gab from day one come up with ideas for the blog. An older post about how to dress with dark and light t-shirts was dedicated to me (I love penguins). Very soon I will start posting. - Nicki

i only miss you when im breathing♥

Hey guys! Like the title?(: So if you noticed we've been doing a lot of posts on beauty, not fashion, so we're going to get back to the fashion posts, look out for our new author, she'll be here very soon! She's going to be doing a skincare review/routine post so stay tuned for that! We've started to add our own pictures that we took so thats an advancement! Anyways, about the title, we're going to be a song lyrics post where we pick a quote from a song and create an outfit for it! It's going to be called "Song Style". So look out for that, too! Wow, so much new stuff coming up!

Stay Beautiful♥
The Fab Gab♥

Quote from: Breathing - Jason Derulo

Review: Clinique Facial Soap With Dish

I have combination oily skin. What my sister and I have always used is the Clinique Facial Soap with Dish, they have different types for different skin types, we both have combination oily so we got the same one. It works. It's a really super amazing facial cleanser, I highly recommend it. While this is a bar soap, I really want the liquid one which I am getting this week to try out!

"LEAVES YOUR SKIN SMOOTH AND SOFT AND FEELS VERY CLEAN! LOVE IT.... I WILL DEFINITELY RECOMMEND THIS"

~The Fab Gab♥

The Fab Gab Gabs On: Vera Bradley School Supplies

Everybody needs a little fun to get the work done! Vera Bradley saves!

Backpack: Pleated Tote in Very Berry Paisley

Pencil Case: Trip Kit in Watercolor and Twirly Birds Navy

Binder: Three-Ring Binder in Hope Garden

Laptop Case: Laptop Portfolio in Simply Violet

Use these to help you stay orginized and happy!

~The Fab Gab♥

Orginizing Your Day - The New Way

Have nothing to do today? Truth is, you probably do. Whether it's school work your dreading or errands that you don't want to complete. To get to the top, you have to do the work, no matter what you're doing. Well, you're going to have to get it done, but don't do it last minute. Here is a fun way to complete your day! Make a To-Do list! You'll feel so accomplished when you check something off and it reminds you about what you need to complete, but still keeps you motivated by showing what you have completed! I usually use a small notebook and keep it in my school bag but on the weekends I use a small dry-erase board that I got at Wal-Mart for about $3. Mark the importantness with a special symbol, that will tell you what to do first, for example; :P = very important, (: = important, :/ = not very important. Try it!

When making your list, start the list off with something you already did so you just don't see blank squares everywhere, for example, if you already got dressed write that down and mark it off!

Until next time,
The Fab Gab♥

Spring Is In The Air + Announcement

Spring is on its way! Hopefully your all stocking up on spring trends! A must-have for Spring/Summer 2012 is a sarong! Vera Bradley has made an amazing one, so check it out, here at the Fab Gab we love the one in Island Blooms! Plus, the great thing is you can tie it however you want!
So time for the announcement! The Fab Gab team is working on getting advertised by Teen Vogue on teenvogue.com . So we'll be obeying all the rules so we can apply. One of the rules is that we have to have our own pictures! So starting Spring/Summer 2012 we will have working models of our own! Some old posts may be deleted then so we can apply, so read them now before their gone! We also have a new member to our team coming very soon so keep an eye out for who made some of the posts! Thank you for your patience on waiting for new posts, we are very busy setting up for Teen Vogue!

Stay tuned for HD pictures from,
The Fab Gab♥

In This Spring: Where To Buy - Colorful Flats

I've noticed it has been extremely hard to find the hottest trend for Spring 2012, colorful flats, so I've been searching. I've finally found where to get the perfect pair! Best part, their under $60! You can find all kinds of amazingly cute affordable colorful flats just click here! It's from RocketDog.com and I couldn't be happier with these flats! Super colorful and fun! They match every outfit! Just pick out your  favorite one from that list! Be sure it's super colorful!

Colorful = Spring 2012♥
~The Fab Gab♥~

What To Wear With: Graphic Tee's

If graphic tee's look to blan, try these tips!

This is a Super Duper cute graphic tee, especially for spring, since this has a white background, we'll need to add some POP!

Try dark-washed jeans to make the white stand-out! Avoid light colored jeans.

Since colorful tee's and flats are in the Spring [2012], let's combine them!

Try these Rocket Dog Clover 2 flats [exclusively for dELiAs]

Now let's add some effect with a jacket!

This Faux Suede Bomber is a great addition to the tee if it's cold outside!

To add a girly touch! A necklace!

This Chain Bow Necklace is perfection!♥

What if you have a dark graphic tee?

Like this Pengee Tee!

Wear light wash jeans!

With these shoes!

And a necklace of your choice!

But remember Spring [2012] is about COLORFUL!

Especially the tee's and flats!

I really like this skirt:

All of these items are avalible at dELiAs!

Until next time,

The Fab Gab♥~

Dedicated to my great friend with a great love of penguins!

In This Spring: White Jeans, Bright Shirts, Simple Flats

SPRING TREND ALERT!: Stock up before their gone! It's official the Spring 2012 trends are white jeans, brightly colored graphic shirts, and flats! White jeans, the title says it all! Brightly colored graphic shirts? Fruit Punch! Z Spoke by Zac Posen tee! (left) Anything from stripes to polka dots is in! Striped purses, polka dotted hats! Marc by Marc Jacobs wedges $395 USD, polka dots! Striped henleys! Don't forget the colorful nails!


♥

Spring Fling: Beginning of Spring

Spring is about flowy tops! The beginning of spring can be cold, so get a cute cardigan!

This top from Forever 21 is the definition of Spring!

This Anchor Pedant Necklace from Forever 21 goes great with the top!

These light wash skinny jeans and ankle boots go great with the outfit!

This large striped tote is a must-have!

These bows will look great in your hair with the outfit!

All of these items are avalible at Forever 21!

 

Until next time,

~The Fab Gab♥~

What To Watch: Jane By Design

Tune in Tuesdays at 9:00 PM EST on ABC Family to catch the hottest show on TV EVER; Jane By Design! There has been 3 episodes so far, and by now everyone should know Lulu is bad and so is India! Billy is a pretty good friend to Jane....to her face! Same for the hottie Jeremy!♥ Wondering what I'm talking about? You'll just have to watch to find out! It's a great show, mostly because it has cute clothes and hot guys, what else do you need!?!?

~The Fab Gab♥~

Spice Up Your Uniform!

Do you wear a uniform in school? This is your key here! Uniforms can be drab, but here we'll make them fab! Don't forget to add your own personal touch to this!

Can't wear bracelets, rings, necklaces, nail polish, or anything else to show your personal flare?
You're not alone.
You CAN wear a bracelet (without getting caught!)
How?
Pick a simple bracelet! Not one too flashy!
Like a Pandora Single-Stranded Leather Bracelet, but NO charms (just for school!) Personally, I like the pink one, because that's the one I have, but don't take my word for it! Pick YOUR favorite, that's the point!
DO: http://www.pandora.net/en-us/explore/products/bracelets/590705cpe-s
Do NOT: http://www.verabradley.com/content/content.jsp?pageName=mothersdaybracelet
Necklaces?
These are the hardest to hide! :(
When you see a strict teacher, tuck it into your shirt!
Otherwise, try just a simple pedant, not one with a ton of beads!
DO: http://www.bonton.com/shop/jewelry-watches/necklaces-pendants/18k-gold-over-brass-diamond-accent-pendant-heart_449265.html or http://www.bonton.com/shop/jewelry-watches/necklaces-pendants/18k-gold-over-sterling-silver-diamond-accent-open-heart-pendant_277852.html
Do NOT: http://www.bonton.com/shop/jewelry-watches/necklaces-pendants/sterling-silver-and-genuine-sodalite-ribbon-necklace_342415.html or http://www.bonton.com/shop/jewelry-watches/sterling-silver-and-turquoise-glass-bead-illusion-necklace_342390.html
Easy!
Rings?
Another hard one, because you cant hide it!
Try a simple ring, no big jewel!
DO: http://www.bonton.com/shop/jewelry-watches/rings/channel-set-swarovski-crystal-sterling-silver-band_293901.html
Do NOT: http://www.bonton.com/shop/jewelry-watches/erica-lyons-faceted-stretch-ring-blue_448911.html
Super easy! (I'm picking the affordable ones for you! Pick anything you want depending on your style and budget!)
NAIL POLISH!
Now this is simple!
You need just a FRENCH MANICURE!
But not a plain old boring one!
There's a tip for a personal touch!
You can either get this done at a salon (recommended) or DIY if you don't have access to a salon.
Simply get a french manicure.
Then...
Either to your thumb (personal fave) or ring-finger get a special design!
Maybe a flower!
But be sure its white or a non-flashy color so the teachers don't see!
Like this: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQrD30catz1OcSCjySguRhWW6ao0HcqPN_odtKuzQ3U1xJDY0ZDF9j9X2JHA1vq8Cv-u1ZAAjkk9MbpYzQWjNYkqEi-uO6rXY8mG-fnkX5Xyj6Of8Ou_C1Op2cJQH3P12LlzByshjuNauV/s1600/CIMG1138.JPG
Beautiful!
Now, do you have to wear certain socks? (such as navy or maroon or white)
Get ones that are YOU.
Some have indented patterns!
Get ones that match you! (floral. plaid)
Or maybe ones with a different colored rim! (that's pushing it a little though!)
DO: http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=acc_legwear_socks&ProductID=2000025618&VariantID=  (I actually have those! The navy ones with the maroon rims!)
Do NOT: http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=acc_legwear_socks&ProductID=2000025643&VariantID= Those are way too patterned!

I hope this helped and now you can rock your uniform with style!

Comment and follow!(:

~Fab Gab~ ♥