This Holiday Season Dress to Impress

Yay! It is almost that time of year that we all love and cherish the holidays. With the holidays being just around the corner have you decided what you are going to wear? And most importantly have you started your gift list? (Coming Soon: Our Top 10 Gift Ideas) Worry no more I have 2 looks on how you can transition your fall fashion into holiday without the need of that ugly Christmas sweater. The holidays are all about family, friends getting together and most importantly stuffing our faces with delicious food! We don’t want to over do it when it comes to dressing up for the holidays.  Especially Thanksgiving because let’s face it we are probably going to end in a food comma right after. We want to feel comfortable but yet look fashionable during this season and not look like a hot mess. Right? I have come up with 2 different outfits that you can wear for these holidays. Outfits and accessories that aren’t only affordable but you can also wear it year round (if you really want it to).

Look #1: Thanksgiving Day

This outfit works out great because you will be wearing the leather, but not over doing it with the cozy sweater top. The accessories give it a fashion touch with the variation of gold chains coming from the watch and pearls that match the sweater. The tan scarf gives it a soft touch of color to the black and white outfit.

• Black Faux Leather Leggings: $10.80 from Forever 21
• Cozy Popcorn Sweater: $69 from Urban Outfitters
• Vanilla Soufflé Watch: $120 from Winky Designs
• Squirrel Tan Scarf: $20 from Winky Designs

                
                                

                  

                    

Look #2: Christmas Day

This outfit works out great because you will be wearing the zip detailed shoulder sweater dress that is nicely tucked in a black pleated skirt (or can be tucked out with leggings). The accessories give it a fashion touch with the variation of gold chains coming from the watch and red carnelian stones that match the sweater. The Dreams of gold clutch gives an elegant finish touch to the overall outfit.

• Zip Shoulder Sweater: $17.80 from Forever 21
• Black Pleated Skirt: $29.95 from H&M
• Red Velvet Watch: $120 from Winky Designs
• Dreams of Gold Clutch: $50 from Winky Designs

                        

                             

Happy Holidays!! :)

Vanessa’s Sourcing Adventures in China Pt. 2

A lot of people say they love traveling but I doubt they ever mean the act of traveling. I mean a 14 hour flight is certainly not MY idea of a good time. But armed with some Dramamine and music, I thought I was all set. Little did I know I was in for some turbulent weather! Allow me to go down the laundry list of some of the headaches I encountered:

• Flight delayed enough that I would miss my connecting flight to Hong Kong
• Poor Ray up in the middle of the night trying to book me another flight but NOTHING was available
• Told I still had a chance to catch my connecting flight but when I got there was told it was long gone.
• Had to complain to an agent to get a comp’d room for the night.
• Waited 4 hours in the airport for my luggage to find out they can’t find it
• It was freezing cold where I was and I sure wasn’t dressed for it
• Originally booked a window seat but when I rebooked all that was left was a middle seat(hey, it was a looooong 14 hour flight!)

Despite the tough time getting to Hong Kong (and the fact I missed a whole day) I’m grateful to be here! I’m blessed to have a day of sightseeing before doing some actual work so without further ado, I give you my first photos:
       

Just sayin...

Beautiful Hong Kong from The Peak

 

In contention to be the CUTEST DIM SUM EVER…

 

...with this one!

 

Apparently they celebrate Halloween in Hong Kong

 

All this cute food is killing me! Aww….piggy!

 

Classic HK dumplings, crispy fish skin (tastes better than it sounds, I promise), and french toast. Don’t let that hot oil fool you, it will burn a hole in your stomach!

Vanessa’s Sourcing Adventures in China Pt. 1

For the next couple of weeks I thought it would be nice to give you guys an inside look at what it’s like to travel to China on a sourcing trip through my eyes. But first, let me introduce myself. My name is Vanessa and I work here at Winky Designs as the wholesale and press manager. I am also finishing up my undergraduate studies at the Las Vegas Art Institute with a degree in Fashion Management and Marketing. Before you think I’m Wonder Woman and can do all things at all times, sadly I am not (how cool would it be to have that golden lasso though). It takes a lot of time management and juggling, sleepless nights catching up on work, and sometimes dozing off in class because I got zero sleep during those aforementioned sleepless nights. Even with the very full plate of responsibilities I have in front of me, I always dedicate my all into everything I do and honestly try my best. This is why I was given the AH-MAZING opportunity to go to China with my bosses, Winky and Ray of Winky Designs, and help source for the upcoming seasons. I danced my happy dance of joy (which also coincidently looks like the Snoopy dance in Charlie Brown cartoons but that is neither here nor there) and immediately said YES with a resounding shout. Fast forward a few months and here I am, a college girl with big dreams, sourcing in China. Somebody pinch me. These next few weeks I will give you an insight into what I’ve seen, learned, ate, and bought. I promise it will be both entertaining and eye-opening…ENJOY!

The awesomest bear ever, Chinese Shopping Bear!!! My My what thick eyebrows you have..Taken at The Peak in Hong Kong.

Get Your Frenchie On!

Watch out “Boo” (the popular dog all over the media) there’s a new pup in town, the French bulldog also known as “Frenchies”. They aren’t only cute and adorable pets to have but lately I have been seeing them everywhere…it’s crazy and I love it!
Here are a few fun facts about French Bulldogs (so you can get to know about them if you haven’t already got on the trend):

• Frenchies are playful and affectionate.
• Brigitte, the bulldog who plays Stella on Modern Family, has the distinction of being the first bulldog to win a Golden Collar award.
• Their loyal, loving nature makes them a wonderful companion dog.
• French Bulldogs are an intelligent breed, however their willful, stubborn nature can make them more challenging to train. They require patience, repetition and early socialization.
• Many celebrities own bulldogs including Leonardo DiCaprio, Reese Witherspoon, David Beckham, Ashley Olsen, Hugh Jackman, Zac Efron, and Martha Stewart.
• There are three types of Bulldogs: English, American and the “Frenchie” from France.

French Bulldogs would be consider “The Cool Kids” also known as the popular kids of course if dogs were to go to High School. French Bulldogs aren’t only been seen around carried by celebrities near Rodeo Drive, but they inspire fashion designers like Marc Jacobs. French Bulldogs are a trend seen in home décor, fashion, jewelry, etc.
In pillows check this one out from Urban Outfitters

Look beautiful fun frenchie earrings from Art Fire. Aren’t they a must?

Oh! The Marc Jacobs flats (that I mentioned earlier), Cute!

 This awesome cool t-shirt from TheMountain.com realistic yet adorable!

Don’t you forget our own French bulldog scarf from our new Wraps of Life Scarf Collection (available now for purchase).

So, which of these if not all five will you be wearing? Get your FRENCHIE on!

References:
 
12 Fashion Tips From French Bulldogs. N.d. Photograph. Buzzfeed CommunityWeb. 22 Oct 2013. http://www.buzzfeed.com/meganm15/12-fashion-tips-from-french-bulldogs-3f0z.
 
"French Bulldogs." Terrific Pets. N.p.. Web. 22 Oct 2013. http://www.terrificpets.com/articles/102128865.asp

Halloween Time

It’s Oct and we all know what that means: the leaves start changing colors, the temps drop, and Halloween is right around the corner! Halloween is a time honored tradition where kids pass out from candy comas and adults hit the party circuit dressed as their favorite Power Ranger or Disney Princess in hopes of finding their Prince Charming (if only for the night) or kicking some major bad guy butt!

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Here at Winky Designs we couldn’t be more excited to dress up and hit up some parties! While none of us have our costumes quite picked out yet, here’s what’s on the top of the list (of course incorporating our favorite Winky Design products!)

Winky: Hello Kitty
Ray: Batz Maru
Gummy Bear:  Keroppi
Silvya: A Sexy Taco!
Lisette: Kim Kardashian
Vanessa: Kourtney Kardashian
Robyn: Khloe Kardashian

Lace gloves: Dress Burlesque

Candy Pink Slap Watch: Winky Designs

Pink leggings: Bright Colors and Shiny Things

Blue dress: Vintage

Dog costume: California Costume

Rose Smoke Sequin Clutch: Winky Designs

Introducing Our New Addition: Wraps of Life Scarf Collection

Winky Designs is thrilled to announce the launch of the Wraps of Life Scarf Collection for Fall/Winter 2013 (Coming Soon)! Inspired by the brilliance of nature and the adorable creatures that inhabit it, the Wraps of Life Collection features eight different animals and sea creatures printed on soft 100% viscose material. Each scarf comes in boldly colored stripes available in 8 colors.

Aren’t they cute? We certainly think so. But then again, we might be a bit biased ;) The Wraps of Life Collection is a must have for this Fall/Winter season and what makes it even more special? The packaging they come in! They come in their own organza bag perfect for gifting this holiday season.

Whether you buy it for yourself, a friend, sister, mother, or grandmother there isn’t an age limit when it comes to adding fun and bold stripes to your style. You can play up a casual outfit or a girly dress which totally makes it the perfect accessory for your everyday outfits, no matter what the occasion might be. Have fun and throw some color into your wardrobe with our Wraps of Life Scarves!