We were in desperate need of a girly accent to add to our summer outfits, so we decided to do a DIY project and create this adorable Leopard Print Bow Belt. You just need 4 supplies (ours are from M&J Trimming) and the rest is pretty simple. We can’t wait to wear this with a simple white dress once summer rolls around!
Supplies:
Directions:
1. Pull the end of the ribbon through the metal ring. Apply some glue to the inside of the ribbon and fold it over itself.
2. Repeat Step 1 on the other end of the ribbon, so each side is attached to a metal ring.
3. Add a little glue to one of the metal rings and place it onto the back of the bow closure. Hold it in place while the glue dries.
4. All done! Just slide the other metal ring onto the back of the bow whenever you want to wear it!


This week our office is in full Sample Sale mode. We cannot wait to see all of our NYC Minkettes shopping for their favorite Rebecca Minkoff must-haves, but we’re not the only ones excited. Time Out New York lists the Rebecca Minkoff Sample sale as one of its top shopping events this May. Since we cannot argue with the ‘obsessive guide to impulsive entertainment,’ we hope to see you there!


The weekends are just too short, and Mondays are never easy. However, starting the week off with a beautiful hairdo helps lift our spirits – along with a new Rebecca Minkoff bag, of course. Style Noted, our heaven-sent hair tutorial site for any occasion, gave us the perfect idea for a casually chic look - a center part, side braid. In fact one of our favorite reality TV stars and inspiring bloggers, Olivia Palermo, rocked the runway braid around NYC. We adore the sleek yet deliberately pulled apart and unkempt look. Follow the directions below to style the perfectly imperfect braid.
Step: Mist damp or dry hair with Refinish dry shampoo to create the gritty texture that will support the aesthetic of this style.
Step: Create a loose center-part.
Step: Pull hair in the back to one side. Separate it into two strands. Loosely, imperfectly entwine the two strands, thus creating a braid. Swing it over the shoulder for some sexy insouciance.
Step: Rub palms along the hair’s surface down each side of the crown. This ruffles the texture some more.
Step: Finish with a final blast of Refinish dry shampoo to increase texture and volume.