YOUR DIGITAL STYLIST AND NEW BFF
FROM MALIBU 2 PARIS, WE'VE GOT YOU COVERED
You know I had to chat with my girl Agnes (better known as diordaddy on Twitter) for the ultimate French it-girl interview since she is the epitome of that. She always is cooking the most gorgeous, delicious-looking food and always serves timeless and effortless looks. Today, we talk about a guide to Paris, from cafes to linen dresses, and we let you know that one watch is out, and you need to be wearing two at a time.
Hahaha omg okay that’s honestly really difficult, I’m always down to try new places so I try and not repeat going to the same places too often. However, my favorite restaurant is probably La Méditerranée or Ralph’s. Both not typical French cuisine lol, but as a pescatarian, typical French cuisine isn’t honestly my thing. As for cafes, it’s difficult because I’m still on the hunt for the best iced coffee in paris and typical cafes don’t always have that. Generally, though my top 3 cafe-ish places would be Wild & the Moon, Soho House, and Season, I know there’s more I just can’t think of right now.
Omg thank you ☺️. I’ll share a breakfast and dinner option hehehe but for breakfast right now I love omelettes so I usually have a mushroom, onion, and chive omelette with a slice of rye sourdough from my favorite boulangerie. As for dinner, it’s my favorite thing to cook, so I could eat it every day, but oven-roasted salmon coated in dijon, dill, and some chopped walnuts. Then on the side, I’ll make a kale and arugula salad with a Dijon yogurt dressing and add some micro greens and pumpkin seeds to that, and that is a perfect meal in my eyes.
I feel like I rarely shop these days, but long-time favorites include are Brandy, Skims, Celine, Levis, Aritiza, and recent additions, the Frankie Shop, Kith, and always Vinted.
This is so basic, and I’m sure anyone who knows me saw it coming, but Kaia Gerber is honestly my go-to style icon at the moment and probably will be forever. Her style is super simple but still elevated past a level of basic, and she looks amazing all the time, obviously. So she’s definitely someone I always try and emulate because I’m more so on the ‘basic’ and ‘classic’ side of the style spectrum, and I rarely go for crazy out-there styles. Some other people I always find inspo from are Orion Carloto, Emily Oberg, @themillenialdecorator, some of my friends, and of course, my sister.
Linen Dress 100%. As I learned last year, it gets so so hot, and because there’s not a crazy amount of airflow through the city, it feels even hotter than it is. So if possible, pair your favorite sandals or white sneaker with white linen dress. Shorts are out, and you definitely don’t want to be caught in any basic sneakers, so find one that suits your style, or go for the classic, a ballet flat.
I love a good yogurt bowl, and as soon as the seasons turn from winter to spring, I’m back to the yogurt bowl as breakfast, so for the moment, my go-to is this delicious Swiss milk lactose-free yogurt from my bio shop, paired with homemade chia seed jam, blueberries, pumpkin seeds, and if I’m craving some extra sweetness my favorite german honey.
I am indifferent to the type of yogurt, to an extent, because my go-to is lactose-free yogurt, so I don’t know if that falls in the dairy or vegan category. Sadly, we don’t get Cocojune or Coconut Cult yogurts in Paris, or else I would 100% be choosing those; I’m already counting down the days till I’m visiting my family in the US so I can go crazy at the grocery shop. I had a phase where I loved Siggis Skyr Greek Yogurt, but in the end it really f****d with my skin, and I’m still seeing the negative effects of it to this day, so definitely no to the full dairy.
Too many things; number one right now is a vintage Kelly bag, to be honest. I’ve seen some really nice ones at my favorite vintage designer shops, and I might just save up for it. I’ve been searching for a new bag since my birthday, and now that I’m doing an internship, I definitely want one that’s slightly bigger than any in my current collection. However, in slightly more realistic terms, my wishlist in short, Bottega Veneta Sardinia bag in Maaroon, Tom Ford Jasmine Rouge, Gucci Jackie in Green, a new watch, and too many new vintage shoes including Dior kitten heels in baby pink, Brown Chanel Loafers, Chanel Flats in forest green, and Manolo Kitten Heels.
It would definitely depend on which season I’m styling it for because, in my eyes, you can and should be wearing white tees every season. However, since we’re entering spring-summer now, I would pair my favorite white tee, either from Brandy Melville or Skims, with a classic oversized pair of Levi 501s. For the shoes, I’d go with my white sambas or the classic black Chanel flat (if it’s for a night out though, pair it with my favorite Manolos). Then, the most important part, accessories, so I’ll pair the look with my go-to Hermes and Bulova watch (I love wearing two watches, don’t judge me), a gold bracelet, 2-3 gold rings, and favorite pair of sunglasses, and with this look, I’d match the color of the shoes to the sunglasses and bag, so most likely black Celine sunglasses, and my Ferragamo bag. As for the coat, I’m currently obsessed with my mother's oversized Burberry trench that I took from her, so I will definitely be wearing that, but I hope soon enough it’s warm enough out that I won’t be needing that.
For the first official TIGG interview, I talked with Bella Lombardi about fashion, confidence, and so much more.
For those who don't know, Bella, @bella.lombardi on Instagram is a total fashion guru with her podcast, Bitchin With Bella, and killer photography account, Pix by Bellz. Her outfits are to die for, and she's always on top of the latest trends and hottest brands. I mean if you are looking for some new fashion inspo, look no further.
Bella and I were able to talk and create this written interview for you girls and I would love to see you hotties join the conversation in the comments. You can hear more of Bella talk on Spotify or Instagram, and you know where to find me.
Anyways, let's get into the deets.
I would describe it as my own and curated to everything i love. I've always tried labeling my style but I like to have all my favorite styles/aesthetics all together in one.
It took years to figure out my personal style but currently its all of my past aesthetics put into one. I also think thrifting helped me find my style and inspired me to go outside my comfort zone experimenting with different clothing pieces.
90s/2000s it girls street style, Bratz dolls and me haha
Definitely baggy low rise pants, the perfect baby tee, low rise pleated mini skirts, corset tops, baggy denim jackets, long denim skirts, bandanas, floral dainty tops, fit and flare mini dresses, baseball caps, light knit cropped cardigans.
thank you! ♡ and honestly thrift stores are my favorite places to shop. Depop, Poshmark, The RealReal are also amazing places to find stuff, i find myself preferring secondhand clothes because theyre so unique. As for non thrift stores I love Revolve, Princess Polly, Brandy Melville and I.AM.GIA.
I say just go out and do it! Get yourself a camera stand with a phone attachment, find somewhere with good lighting and just start taking outfit pics, i've been trying to become an influencer since 2014 so it's definitely a lot of work and based off of luck but there will always be someone who loves your content so just go for it! It's a fun way to show and grow your creativity.
I love Charlotte Tilbury, their foundation and lip liner are my absolute favorites. Rare beauty blush is the best blush i've ever used. Glossier mascara is great and Makeup by Mario plumping lip serum is to die for.
It's definitely tough ignoring all the comments i see about myself online especially when it's about my body because i've had insecurities and body dysmorphia for half my life but ive been on the internet for a while and spent all of high school getting bullied so ignoring the hate is something i had to learn. The secret to not letting people get to you is to think "Is this person important to me? Do they inspire me? Would i want to be them?" if the answer is no to those questions there's no reason to let them effect how you feel (:
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Finding the best moisturizer, concealer, or the latest eyeliner trend can be hard sometimes. I know I'm constantly looking up the best new skincare product or asking you girls what the best self-tanner is. But it's so hard finding a credible source or discovering a place that has everything at once. Like, I can't just look up GRWM on TikTok and expect to find all the answers right away- I'd probably have to spend five hours watching videos and creating spreadsheets.
So for our second group article, I asked you, girls, to put together your "get ready with me" essentials (which you submitted through either Instagram or Twitter). This way, we will have a collective spot to discuss the products we love, and all the suggestions and common products will be right here!
And in case you missed it, check out our first group article, "Our It-Girl Essentials," for our favorite items overall.
"first of all i can say credits to my dermatologist. she is the best. most of the stuff on my skin care is from her🥰
morning: so i start with the ducray clenser it's really good and not too harsh i use that mostly at night cause honestly i am kinda lasy to do it in the morning, but i do use it in the mornings when i have time, after that i follow with the ducray moisturiser. love. love. love. they i go in with the blue ice balls. i got mine from ice ice baby they are 50€ my dermatologist recommended me these but there are probably some more affordable ones, then a must in the morning is the melem!! so i actually got this from croatia cause i am actually croatian so idk if u can find it anywhere else i saw it on amazon but its much more expensive than it is in croatia but its like really good for ur lips
night: so at night i always use my ducray clenser cause i want to take all the oils and creams off my face and then i follow with the same moisturiser i use in the mornings, after that i go in with the clienzo gel, this gel is my saver i had really bad crystal acne and my dermatologist didnt want to put me on accurate at first and gave me this gel and my skin is clean like glass (i can send u before and after results if u need it but it's really the best) the only problem is u need a prescription for this one😕 so thats it with my night routine
than i have stuff i dont use on a daily basis: for example the la roche posay is amazing for pimples. it works soo good. i just use if i have like one pimple and its gone overnight, than the paulas choice exfoliate is one of my faves i use it 1-2 times a week and i am in love(dont overuse it tho!!) so the pixi eyepatches are my fave eyepatches cause honestly they are around 20€ and work pretty good (i dont use them really often though, they were also a rec from my dermatologist) the last thing is the merz spezial. THE BEST! honestly the best face mask evaaa. its german tho so idk if all the american girlies can get it😔, but if u can gooo. its only 2€ and my dermatologist recommended it to me and i am obsessed i use it once a week and u have the smoothest skin evaaaa
ok so makeup:
i start with mixing the bronzi drops with my moisturiser. so honestly this things are SOO HARD to get but my amazing momma was obsessed with drunk elephant since 2013 so she got these things right when they came out before they went viral, so i am very thankful to that, thanks to her we always have a 45% sale, cause she is constantly shopping there. so after that i go with the rosi drops. the bronzi and rosi do have ingredients that clog ur pores tho, but my dermatologist told me its not too bad and u should just always clense it off before going to bed(obviously!!) after that i go in with the lighter nars concealer under my eyes and on red spots and being an alix earle girly i use a darker concealer and contour with it. also the nars concealer is amazing and my dermatologist said its one of not many concealers that DOES NOT clog ur pores😍
thats a win win situation there. also i just noticed that i forgot to put my lash curler on the pic but its the catrice one, really amazing, then i go with the roller lash mascara it really is amazing. last 2 things is the the lip liner i use the buxtom kind of pink/brown one and go around my lips and then i use the clarins lipgloss in shade 5 i think"
"I try to use my ice roller as often as I can when I wake up, it just feels like I have my life together those days. And some days I’ll use some dry shampoo (Batiste Brunette Dry Shampoo) to give my hair the texture and volume I like, it’s important that I do that before I wash my face because I don’t want it on my skin, it’ll clog pores. Next I cleanse and I’m on my first bottle of The Inkey List Hyaluronic Acid Cleanser and so far I have no complaints. Although, I do want to try the Oat Cleansing Balm our It Girl Sky recommended next! And after face wash I apply moisturizer (CeraVe Daily) and SPF (Elta MD SPF 40).
I’m on the hunt for new daily moisturizers and SPFs though because I feel like the ones I’m using aren’t giving. And after all that to smell super good I use the Beija Flor Elasti-Cream all over and the Glossier You perfume. And if I have the extra time in the morning I’ll use my go to products: Milk Makeup Lip + Cheek in Flip, Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara, Benefit Gimme Brow+ Tinted Eyebrow Gel, and Elf Liquid Glitter in Disco (I’ll always love a sparkly lid). These are my go to not because I love them so much but because they’re so easy to use.
My life has been so busy right now I haven’t explored my routine basics as much as I want to. I want to stop using dry shampoo, a better moisturizer and spf, and just overall better makeup products too. I want to be able to cherish my morning routine so I’m so excited to see what the rest of the TIGG girls shared!"
"So this is what I made, and I use most of this everyday. As you probably can see I am all about following trends and I am a huge beauty freak. But i also love a good dupe. So my board is kind of a mix of both. For makeup I love my nars concealer. It has light coverage which I love for a more natural look and doesn’t crease, so it’s a must have in my routine. I also love my milk bronzer in the shade baked that I have been using since sixth grade. Another trend I have jumped on is the rare beauty blush, and I am OBSESSED!! The shade I use is encourage and I think it is the perfect, more natural shade. But a dupe I love love love is the maybelline perfector! It is the perfect dupe for the very expensive Charlotte tilbury flawless filter so that is another must have!! And then I finish of my makeup with curling my lashes and using my favourite mascara-bad gal bang by maybelline. It is truly the best mascara I have ever tried! I also love my glossier boy brow in clear.
But the most important thing before makeup is of course skincare! And my favourite skincare brand by far is glossier. Which you can probably see in my picture. But I always start off by washing my face with just water and then serum. I use the drunk elephant b-hydra serum which hydrates so much and I love it. I then take my moisturiser which is the khiels ultra facial cream (couldn’t find a good picture). And I mix my moisturiser with the drunk elephant d-bronzi drops. These are obviously another trendy item but I love it and would recommend it to anyone! They add such a nice natural glowy tan. For some extra glow I use the futuredew oil serum from glossier, which is another must have in my routine.
And lastly I use the milk makeup cooling stick to de-puff my under eyes. The last step in my whole morning is of course some sprays of the sol de janiro 62 spray, gisou hair oil and then I choose between my lemon sorbet laneige lip sleeping mask or one of my glossier balm dotcoms. My favourite flavours are mint, mango, rose and lavender. And then I also love to use my rose quartz facial roller and my rose quartz gua sha.
These are some of my it-girl must haves! Love, Agnes❤️🩹❤️🩹"
"As you might be able to tell from the products above, I’m a very skincare-obsessed person. My everyday makeup look focuses on highlighting my natural features, and I don’t really like to spend much time getting ready in the morning (every minute of sleep counts). I start off by cleansing my face with the Tatcha Rice Wash. I love how soft it makes my skin and it also feels really nice when you’re using it. Next i apply a bit of the Good Molecules Niacinamide Brightening Toner.
I’ve been using this toner for several months now and it’s really helped with the brightness and texture of my skin! After that I’ll sometimes use my microneedle roller before applying a couple pumps of the Rhode Peptide Glazing Fluid. Then I’ll apply some sunscreen to my face and neck, and then I’m ready for makeup! I start off by applying some of the Kosas Revealer Concealer under my eyes and I’ll blend it in with either my fingers or a concealer brush. After that I brush up my brows with the Glossier brow gel. My brows are naturally pretty full, so a bit of tinted gel is really all I need.
Once I’m done with that, I apply some Rare Beauty cream blush with my fingers. I used to not like wearing too much blush, but not I can’t go without it! After blush I’ll put a bit of the Rare Beauty Liquid Luminizer (I like the shade “Mesmerize”) on the back of my hand and use a brush to mix it with another pump of the Rhode Peptide Glazing Fluid. Once it’s mixed, I apply it to my nose and cheekbones.
Next, I curl my lashes and apply the Ilia Fullest Volumizing Mascara. I love that this mascara never gets clumpy, so you can apply several layers until you get the look that you want. It also has Arginine and Provitamin B5 in it, which keep your lashes healthy. Lastly, I apply either some Chanel Rouge Coco Flash lipstick, which is super hydrating and creamy, or Dior lip oil to my lips (or both). And that’s it!"
"One of the most important things a girl can have is a reliable makeup routine. When you look your best, you feel your best; these products will give you the confidence of a supermodel. I start my makeup routine by applying a good base. Spf is a vital part of any makeup look. Currently, I’m using the Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen. This specific sunscreen leaves no white cast on your face and of course, provides tons of sun protection. To achieve the rest of my dewy, natural base I use Kosas concealer, the Milk Makeup Bronzer Stick, Benefit Hula Bronzer, and a liquid blush(I alternate between NARS and Charlotte Tilbury). Eyes are the next step in my routine. One thing about me is that I love a dramatic lash. You will never see me leave the house without a couple coats of Maybelline Lash Sensational! I also love to apply a bit of the NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in the shade “cottage cheese” to the inner corner of my eyes. This step may seem extra, but you won’t regret it. The light shimmer really makes your eyes pop! As for eyebrows, I don’t do much other than lightly filling them in with the NYX Micro Eyebrow Pencil. Simple & easy eyebrows do the trick and are the best look for me. Finally, it is time to apply a lip product. My go-to at the moment is the Too Faced Lip Injection plumping gloss, but I also really like the iconic Dior Lip Oil. In my opinion, a glossy lip is so much more appealing and attractive than a matte lipstick. I highly recommend every single one of these fantastic products and I hope that you found something worth trying out!"
"as an it girl in her first year of college, my top priorities are definitely saving both time and money. i am nothing if not a drugstore girlie, so most if not all of my makeup/skincare/shower products can be found at your local cvs, walgreens, what have you. the maybelline instant age rewind concealer has been my holy grail since middle school and has saved my life after many a late night. my daily look has actually become pretty minimal (save for the occasional red lip or touch of glitter if i’m feeling fancy) as of late to allow for as much beauty rest as possible before my morning classes, so i actually do most of my “getting ready” the night before. i use my favorite shea moisture intensive hydration hair masque once a week, and i love to sleep with a heartless curl hair scarf for a quick shake-and-go style that requires little to no maintenance. since i don’t tend to wear foundation on a day-to-day basis, keeping my skin clear and hydrated is a must. i recently discovered that trader joe’s actually has a ton of super affordable skincare products that have absolutely transformed my routine (my favs are the hyaluronic serum and rose water toner)! and of course, who is an it girl without her signature scent and staple jewelry? i’ve been super into warm, vanilla-based fragrances for the fall and winter months so ‘jazz club’ by maison margiela and ‘eilish’ by billie eilish are my current go-to’s. i also would never be caught dead without my gold angel number necklace, mini hoops, and signature wine red manicure well intact. after that i just throw on the fit for the day, grab my canvas tote, and i’m ready to go!"
"as a busy, yet pretty uni student who’s always on the go, i keep my skincare routine simple yet top tier! i started my morning with la roche posay vitamin c & i use two moisturisers for the harsh winter in russia: la roche posay toleriane cremé & cicaplast baume. and of course spf, i love bioré uv aqua rich! if there’s extra time i would do a 5 min gua sha massage to reduce face puffiness in the morning. next on to makeup, the most important step is to curl my lashes. pro tip: heat it up for a perfect curl! i’m a fan of japanese brand cezanne & swear by their mascara: keep curl base. it separates & lifts my lashes so perfectly & i would coat it with sky high mascara or sometimes i’ll only wear the base because its already tinted. i also love cezanne cheek stick for my daily blusher, its vv easy to apply & give me natural, rosy glow to my face. for lips, i love essence volume lip gloss that also works as lip plumper & their lip liner. essence lip ranges are my faves always: super affordable & v amazing. i’ll top it off with dior lip oil in #01 pink. last yet most important part: fragrance! i love smelling like vanilla & cashmere in cold weather so my fave is philosophy fresh cream warm cashmere. i would layer it with their shower cream & the body shop vanilla body butter: there you go! finally i would get out of my room to the metro station while listening to busy,yet pretty podcast. xx"
WOW GIRLFRIENDS, after seeing these all together, I just wanted to note how much I love you girls! The TIGG girls are truly the best community ever and I love seeing all these it girls coming together. Also I love reading all of your suggestions, I have so many new products I need to try out now! Love you besties xxx
As for my personal GRWM Essentials, you can find them below in the Product Links!
*also quick side note: feel free to chat with each other in the comments or comment your fav products if you didn't submit something but still want to share your favs!
All these parties and all these friends mean so many gifts to buy, and it can get quite overwhelming and super expensive really quickly. So per request, I wanted to provide a simple guide on some gifts you can get for your girls to make them feel special and like a total it-girl.
If your friend is a Diesel, Amelia Grey, Bella Hadid, model at fashion week, girl: then this is the gift for her. She will love you forever and look cute every time she leaves the house.
These are definitely for the star-loving, low-rise jeans, Paris Hilton, it-girl bestie of yours. I haven't seen a lot of people in these so your friend will love them because it's thoughtful and curated for her. Plus you can be wearing pajamas and once you throw these on it's a total early 2000s look.
This is for your pink Goyard tote bag girlfriend. She loves an iced latte with oat milk or a matcha and she always has the perfect long soft nude nails. She loves Replica perfumes and she is a total sweetheart.
Gold jewelry is always a great gift and these bracelets look good on everyone and match every outfit. Plus you can mix and match them.
This look might be more up your friend's alley, and it is so cute. It's giving Cartier, but a younger, more fun, and hot version.
It's giving Prada and I love it! You can go wrong gifting this because it's a cute bag and will match every outfit.
This is a fun gift for a skincare-loving, green-juice girl. It feels so nice on your face and it gives you a snatched and smooth finish. Plus it's great for you (or her). And it's pink!
For the fun and colorful bestie, this is such a great gift. It's so cute and adds such a fun touch to every room.
Is this not the cutest thing? And it can be versatile, it doesn't have to be an ashtray, it could just be a super cute piece on your table. Maybe put matches in it or something.
This is $5 over budget, but it was just too cute to not include. It's a fun and thoughtful gift, especially for your friend who lives alone or with you!
I know before if you got socks for Christmas, it was the worst thing in the world, but these are just perfect! If she has Uggs you have to get these for her.
And those are my suggestions! I hope you found something your friend might like, and if you need some ideas for you, I have those articles already up!
December 25th is around the corner, which means it's time to start shopping! But before you get those lists in, I wanted to add a few more items under the tree.
It's giving Olsen twins and I love it. Super chic and timelss and perfect for the winter. If you weren't able to steal a coat like this from your grandma, now you can find one here.
Smell good all the time. This is the best item to find in your stocking and then keep in your purse for whenever you need a little touch up to keep you smelling good all day long.
This is my favorite going out bag. It's edgy and cool but sleek and chic at the same time. Plus this shape elevates any basic look and it compliments your little black dress. And it's big enough to throw everything in it.
The perfect shade for all year round. And it's a liquid blush so you will stay dewy and glazed.
Get great skin and be a total icon while doing so. Plus, it makes a great picture for your Instagram story to show everyone you are the it-girl 24/7.
A cute and soft pajama set, the best combination. You will feel like your best self going to bed and waking up. You will feel so put together even if you just lay on your couch all day and watch Christmas movies (sounds like a great day to me). Oh, and feel free to throw in TIGG's fav hot chocolate recipe!
Who doesn't need more sweatpants? These are super comfy and I love the shade they come in. Plus, if you are sick of the TNA joggers but still want sweats, these are perfect for you.
This is one of my current fav bags. The shape is perfcet, the color is perfect, and the size is perfect. It looks great with so many outfits and just by itself too.
An iconic candle for an iconic girl. It's also a great gift to get someone else, or get two so it's a win win. Lighting this in your living room when guests come over is just such an it girl move. Or keep it in your bedroom to remind yourself how fabulous you are.
This is such a cute addition to any room and it's super versatile, I mean it's literally just a tray. It adds a hint of color without overpowering the room. Personally, I'd either use it for jewlery or keys, but you could get creative and use it to hold you skincare or as a tray for your couch.
Make sure to read the first article on Christmas Wishlist Ideas if you haven't already to create the perfect list!
One might assume that Frankies Bikinis is strictly a summer brand, but they proved you all wrong. No need to ditch them until bikini season because they offer the cutest fall/winter clothes, but I'm especially in love with their latest drop.
I was (and am) a huge fan of their knits, which are great for this season, but I'm also obsessed with their new holiday collection, "been an angel all year." It's totally giving Apres-Ski Chic x Malibu Barbie, which is one of my favorite styles as a California girl.
They offer a wide variety of styles, all the way from dresses and low-rise knit pants to waffle shorts and bikini tops. Talk about the total package.
I love when brands can expand their brands and offer variety while still keeping their personal image, and Frankies did just that.
Here are my favorite and must have items from the collection (that you could add to your Christmas list or just spoil yourself with for this winter season) and how I would style them.
These little winter shorts are so cute and you could even get the matching top for the perfect snowflake set. I would wear these shorts with an oversized white sweater, some scrunched white crew socks, and the Ugg Classic Mini Platform. Pair it with lots of chunky gold jewelry and you have the cutest winter look.
This is the top I was mentioning earlier. It would be super cute with the matching shorts and styled together the way I described above, or you could pair them with your comfiest white pants (either some soft pajamas, Skims cozy pants, or Aritzia sweats) for an at home look.
I love this dress, I think its so cute and casual, perfect for grabbing a coffee, going to the mall, or hanging out with friends. I would style it with some high white socks, Adidas Sambas, and some big vintage Dior sunnies (similar to the one's Frankie is wearing). A simple shoulder bag would also be really cute with this look.
The softest more cozy pants ever, you will never want to take them off. Plus the detailing totally elevates the look so you could dress them up or down. Personally, I'd style these pants both ways so I'll share the two options on how you could wear these out. For a casual day look or even an airport outfit, I'd pair these pants with a black tank top from TankAir Studios, some sneakers, and some small black sunglasses. For my second look, I'd honestly wear these to Nobu in Malibu. I'd style them with a white cashmere sweater, some penny loafers and gold hoop earrings. Maybe even a red lip if I was feeling fancy.
Make sure to go check out the rest of the collection on frankiesbikinis.com to shop it all and check out the TIGG lookbooks for more outfit inspiration.
It's my favorite time of the year, so it's time to start writing up those lists for Santa! And honestly, making these lists are half the fun; you basically get to online shop all day.
I've been loving all the requests I'm getting to make some Christmas wishlist ideas, so I'll definitely be making multiple articles. Some might focus on higher-end items, and some might be totally affordable.
I love when a list features items from multiple categories, like it has clothes, shoes, accessories, makeup, toiletries, decor, etc.: so I'll do my best to give a wide variety.
The more items that come to mind, the more parts there will be, but also, make sure to check out "Sky's Latest Favs" on TIGG to see my current must-haves and obsessions. But let's get into the wishlist now.
This is definitely one of the it-girl shoes for fall and winter, but I believe it still makes a great Chrsitmas present because I love wearing my mini Uggs in the spring with a cute little light pink mini dress. They have that non matching matching vibe, you know? Plus it is still winter even after Christmas so if you decide not to style them in the spring you will still get your wear.
Depending on what side of Pinterest you're on, you've probably seen this hoodie. Luckily for you, I found where to purchase it so you can now add it to your wishlist. I love it because it has a combo of a vintage yet flashy look. Plus this color goes with a lot and who doesn't want another hoodie?
A classic. If these aren't already in your closet, now is your chance. Everyone loves these sweatpants and they are especially cute when paired with mini Uggs and gold hoops. With those three items, you create a great staple outfit base and then you can mix and match the shirt to change the aesthetic.
A great staple black bag. I love how it isn't a sleek leather shoulder bag because sometimes those get boring, I personally love when my bags have a bit of metal detailing, like this one above. Its a simple staple piece that will go with anything but it still offers something on its own.
These shorts look so cute on and they are so comfy you'll forget your even wearing them. Honestly you could wear them out and give a pajama serve like Bella Hadid or you can wake up in them and start your morning feeling like an it girl already.
One of the quintessential it girl bracelets. And you can never go wrong with some chunky gold jewelry. I love these beads paired with a little dainty gold bracelet that has a charm on it. Plus, this bracelet with look good when worn with a white baby tee and sweatpants or with a With Jean top and jeans, the opportunities are endless.
This should be on everyone's list if it's not already in your shower. Everyone always talks about how Olaplex saved their hair so now it's your turn to test it out for yourself. Plus it's another it girl staple.
I love throwing this product in my purse when I'm going out because it smells so good and it's great for a touch up. Plus if I saw you pulling this out on the street I would immediately know we have to be friends. You could also just keep it at home and pair it with the Bum Bum cream for the total package.
The cutest sweater ever that needs to be under the tree.
Duh! The perfect tote to let everyone know you are the it girl. Take it to the farmers market or the beach, or just for an insta pic. And make sure to tag me so I can see you it girls out in the real world!
If you've ever wondered how to make your cheekbones look like they've been sculpted by Bella Hadid herself, this is the answer. This product is more of an investment which is why it is a Christmas gift, but it is definitely one you won't regret.
Who doesn't love designer jewelry on Christmas? This ring is super cute if you are a silver girl or if you don't mind mix and matching. It's simple yet still young and fun.
If there's one thing miss Danielle can do, it's make a skirt. Or anything in that matter because I would purchase everything from her if I could. But this skirt is just so cute and so perfect, and would even be great to wear on New Years.
Who doesn't need a new blazer? As Cady Heron once said, "the limit does not exist." This one is the cutest color and with spring coming up after Christmas, this blazer is perfect. I would love to see it paired with a pastel mini slip dress for the perfect it girl outfit.
The most delicious candles ever. Plus they are super cute. So it's a win win.
It's giving F1 girlfriend and I'm here for it. It's also giving Bella hadid and I'm here for that too. Honestly, it's just giving total it girl.
Can you tell spring is my favorite season? But whether or not it's yours, this bag is still super cute. I can imagine it with so many outfits so you will definitely get your money's worth.
And on that note, that's the end of my first article of Christmas list suggestions. Stay tuned for lots more to come with lots of ideas for you! And don't forget the comments and my dms are always open and ready for article suggestions!
I recently decided to try Set Active after strictly owning only Alo Yoga. I've seen both brands on social media and on the streets, so I knew I needed to support both. I wanted not only to decide if I liked Set Active but also to compare it to Alo because I often found myself wondering which it-girl brand was better. But that comparison will be in a separate article.
I ordered four different sets to get a good range of their styles, but I also ordered stuff that I knew I would wear.
Of course, I will tell you exactly what I ordered in case you see a photo of me in the sets and you like the cuts or styles. Because I, for one, know how annoying it is to find the exact style someone is wearing, and it is always impossible to get the exact shape when there are so many styles.
The most "basic" set I ordered was the Sculptflex® Box Cut Bra and Leggings in Onyx. If you have never ordered from Set Active and want a great staple, universal set, I suggest ordering this one. It is super flattering and it is super comfy. I was more of a stretchy fabric texture, not your typical lululemon legging, and I thought that was a fun change. It also seems to have some ribbing on the side which I'm not usually a fan of, but it worked well here. The box-cut bra was super flattering, and usually, I don't love that shape on me, but I absolutely loved this one. Everything was supported and comfy, and it made you look great. The fabric on these items makes them great for working out but even better for an off-duty running errands look.
The next leggings set I ordered was the Luxform® Scoopy Y Bra and Leggings in Coco. This set definitely had more of your typical workout fabric- that smooth and stretchy look. But these were crazy comfy. The leggings felt like butter, almost as if I was naked because the fabric was that soft. I attended a workout at the Ritz in this set, and the whole time, nothing moved or stretched, and I never had to adjust what I was wearing.
Another note about these leggings is that they look like they fit, whether you are short or tall. When I first opened the package, I noticed how short the pants were, and I thought I would have to be returning these, but when I put them on, they immediately stretched to be high-waisted and fell to my ankles. I'm 5'11, so finding leggings that do this naturally isn't always the easiest. But I'm assuming if you don't need them to stretch that much, they won't.
So, in summary, I would suggest the first set to start you off, and if you are looking for an everyday look that you can wear working out, around the house, or around town. But I would go for the second style if you want a set that you would mostly work out in but still want it to be super cute.
The third look I got was the Luxform® Racer V Bra and the Bike Shorts in Crema. These pieces were super flattering and super comfy. They are the Luxform® which means they have more of that buttery workout fabric, but I love that in my bike shorts. These pieces are great for working out or for an off-duty look. And this cream color wasn't see-through at all. I actually sized down in these shorts (I got a small in everything else and an extra small in these) just to see what would happen, and I thought they fit really nicely. I didn't notice a vast difference between the sizes, and I thought I could easily order either in the future, and both would feel nice.
The last look I got was the Sculptflex® Ribbed V Bra and Bike Shorts in Amethyst. I initially ordered these with spring in mind, and I am so glad I did because this is the perfect spring workout set. I love this shade of pink, and this set is also cute and comfy. However, in the future, I think I would reach for the Luxform style when it comes to bike shorts, just because I like that look more. But if I wanted a color that would only come in Sculptflex, I would have no problem ordering those because it is still a grand style. I also typically like my sports bras a little shorter than this one, but when I tried it on, it was super flattering and a lot shorter than I thought, so it worked out perfectly. It definitely doesn't have that tank top look which is great because I hate that look.
Overall, I really liked Set Active and would 100% order from them again. I love the little logo on all the tops, and these sets look super cute with some Uggs. I also thought the crewneck from here was really cute, and I definitely have my eye on them.
I am a proud Acne Studios supporter. I love their work and I really loved their latest fashion show for Spring/Summer 2023. So of course, being in NYC I knew I had to drop by and check out what’s in store, because I only in person shop if it’s the streets of SOHO.
Anyways, I dropped by the store located on THIS STREET and immediately started running around like a child in a candy shop. Because let’s be real, throw me in a designer store and I’ll put that little candy kid to shame.
For those who don’t really know Acne or they are just familiar with the name or maybe they really like Acne but don’t know what they should buy from there, let me give you the run down.
Yes, they offer great skirts and tops and pants and all that jazz but all you need from Acne Studios are the coats and scarfs.
Those are always their best and my favorite pieces, and they never disappoint.
I mean yes, after their latest pink and frilly show they might offer some killer spring pieces that I haven’t dug into yet, but right now all I ever want from Acne is the jackets and the scarves.
I am a big coat girl (which is sad saying that I live in California and need a coat about once maybe twice a year) but I have high expectations for coats and I could look at them all day.
That being sad, if you were to ask me, “Sky who sells your favorite coats?” I would totally respond with Acne Studios.
Being an avid online shopper I wanted to go in person to really get a feel of the coats. I wanted to see the texture, the weight, the stitching, the buttons. I just really wanted to inspect the coats and get a great feeling for them, that way I can confirm my opinion that they make the best ones.
And now you never have to check in store because I am telling you, they do. It’s all really quality pieces and great designs. I love the leather with the silver zippers or the thick fur pieces or even the tweed (and I am not a tweed girl).
However, there is a downside to my love for coats and my love for Acne Studios. And it’s the fact that it’s a crazy expensive addiction.
I am all for investing in quality pieces and just buying one really great piece rather than ten ok ones. However, I want a leather jacket and a nice thin cardigan and a trench coat and a fur coat and a different coat for all the different occasions. Because yes you can have just one versatile coat but I think having around 5, more or less, is a great option.
But when you want a great coat from a great place (in this case its Acne) it comes with a really fat price tag.
And the truth is, we can’t also invest in that price tag. It is not always reasonable or functional and sometimes it just isn’t the best idea. Me for example, I wanted to pick up this killer leather motorcycle jacket from here, but I knew soon I be flying back to beaches and 90 degree weather, so I had to hold back my tears and say no to the coat.
And it’s situations like this where sometimes we need to reach for the more affordable piece. I mean I shouldn’t read for any piece at all, but maybe you really do need two coats but they can’t both be $5,000.
It’s moments like this where having stores like Aritzia and Reformation come in handy.
Or even Coach to be honest. I know I am going a little off track here, but Coach also offers really amazing and killer gorgeous coats, for a much more affordable price. I mean, it isn’t like totally always affordable but it is cheaper than Acne.
I was also just shopping in Coach and they had this gorgeous beige fur trimmed coat that was perfect for fall and winter, but what really caught eye was this thick and heavy black fur trimmed leather jacket that zipped up and was so gorgeous and warm and not overly priced. In fact, if I was living in NYC or somewhere where the weather actually gets cold, I think I would have bought it.
Moral of the story is you aren’t alone. We both adore these it girl coats, but it is also super understandable if they aren’t always in the budget and you can still look like an it girl and not drop 10k on a coat.
One of you just asked me how to budget for college and you can tell that I don’t have the best advice when it comes to that because I am an enabler when it comes to dropping cash on designer, but I still do my best to keep it real and keep it realistic and show us that there are a lot of it girl clothes and brands out there that you can still shop from and not be totally broke (Acne Studios is not one of them).
I just got a DM from one of you TIGG girls asking what she should wear to a wedding, and I was so excited to help because I love weddings and I love getting dressed up for weddings because I have curated my favorite dresses that I want to wear. And originally, I was just going to help this bestie. Still, I figured there are probably some more girls out there who have no idea what to wear to weddings, so I turned this question into an article so anyone can come back to it for inspo.
... plus I can get into more detail here than in a DM.
It's a great list of some dresses to wear to your next wedding, or maybe you might just want a dress for an event or even a brunch (who knows, you do you).
I will also split this article into four sections, determined by the seasons. Because I love a floral dress for a spring wedding, but I love a darker shade dress for a winter wedding.
This is a requested article for a fall wedding, so I will start there.
Side note: 99% of these dresses are from Reformation, and I got you TIGG girls a link for free worldwide shipping on all orders !!! <3
And in case you want to check out more, you can find The Reformation Summer Wedding Collection there.
Fall weddings are the perfect time to break out burgundy and long-sleeve dresses. I love a dark slip dress or a chic long sleeve knit dress that looks super classy. But it isn't always cold enough for a dress like that (especially if you live in this California heat wave right now). So this is also a time where you can still play with the more autumn colors but still keep it breezy and maybe even short. I also love a fall wedding because you can play with the shoe options and maybe reach for a classy boot or closed-toe shoe.
Winter weddings are perfect because you can play with dark and light colors. I love wearing dark green or red, but I also love wearing light blue. Choosing whether you should wear a dark or light-colored dress this season depends on the theme of the wedding. If you aren't sure what the vibe will be, try matching it to the invitation. Usually, you will get a good feel of the colors and formality. And similar to a fall wedding, you can still wear closed-toe shoes. (side note: the last dress is great for winter because you can pair it with a jacket so when you are outside, you can stay warm and take it off inside).
When it comes to weddings, spring ones are my favorite to get dressed for. I love the flowers and the pastels that come with a spring wedding. The dresses you get for this wedding are also great for a fancy easter party or if you want to be the best dressed at a family brunch. Ok, wait, I'm getting off-topic. But when I think of a spring wedding, I picture bows and feminine dresses with flowers and flowy-ness. For this time of year, I would wear a more neutral and dainty heel, something super strappy or minimal.
The trick to picking out a dress for a summer wedding is to make sure the fabric is breathable, and you won't be sweating the entire time because who wants that? This is also when you can play with brighter colors such as pink. You can also opt for a shorter dress but still keep it classy. And if it's an early September wedding, you might even be able to touch into the fall colors or fall dresses. My favorite thing with summer weddings is that you can opt for bold shoes. Picture Nicola Peltz at the Met; I want pinks and platforms.
These next few suggestions are for my girls who want to up their game a little bit. They aren't as simple as my other suggestions, so it's perfect if you want to stand out and have a dress like no other.
And for my girls on a budget, I wanted to throw in three super affordable dresses. These are also pretty versatile, so it is a one-and-done thing. However, the dresses above are more sustainable and made with recycled fabric, which I love because it encourages slow fashion and sustainable pieces. Plus, you can mix and match them for future events. But on that note, I do love a chic dress that looks expensive but isn't, so of course, I had to include them. (And to browse more ideas, try checking out Tobi for a cute, budget-friendly look.)
