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Monday Briefs no. 1 with Betül Yıldız
I will be honest. I get the idea of creating Monday Briefs with Betül Yıldız from the founder of https://www.memorandum.com/, Mary Orton. She has the segment called the Monday Memo. My briefs are different than Mary’s Memos because she is mostly featuring her favourite products and services. Monday Briefs mostly will share new brands, products,…
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How Do You Choose The Best Leopard Print Sherpa Jacket?
One of the winter’s most trendy fabrics, without a doubt, is sherpa. I’ve been hearing and seeing the word nearly everywhere. For those of you who are unaware, sherpa is a soft material made from acrylic, polyester, or cotton that closely resembles wool. As if that doesn’t sound luxe and ~*wintery*~ enough, a new contender…
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Your Favourite Fashion Networking in NYC is Coming Back
It’s the first day of the new year and I am more motivated than ever. And I am ready to bring back my fashion networking in NYC event fashionMIND back. I used to take new year serious so much for some reason I don’t put a name on now. Because I really don’t know the…
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Fearless Fire Signs: What Awaits You In 2020 + The Perfect Gift
Last but not least, our 2020 astrology series comes to a close with the fierce fire signs. Anyone that knows a Leo, an Aries, or a Sag know that these people really bring that extra spark of light to life. Fearsome temper and spunky attitude aside, fire signs are actually wildly protective of the ones…
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Weary Water Signs: What Awaits You In 2020 + The Perfect Gift
Without a doubt, water signs are the feelers of the zodiac. They have daydreaming in common with air signs and stubbornness in common with earth signs. For better or worse, water sign natives have a rich understanding of subtle emotions. This capability lends itself to what some would call psychic ability. Let’s see what the…
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Ambitious Air Signs: What Awaits You In 2020 + The Perfect Gift
Like earth signs, air signs are known for their ability to adapt to any circumstance, but they excel in social situations due to their inherent charm and sharp wit. So you’re a lively Libra, a glam Gemini, or an accessory-obsessed Aquarius, keep reading, to see what awaits you in 2020. Libra (Sept 23 – Oct…
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Eager Earth Signs: What Awaits You In 2020 + The Perfect Gift
It’s only right that we begin our Alley Girl astrology series with the earth signs since Betül and I are both Virgos. If you aren’t familiar with astrology, the zodiac is broken into groups by element: earth, air, fire, and water. The signs that belong to the earth element are Virgo, Taurus, and Capricorn. Now,…
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15 Practical Gift Ideas For Every Budget in Christmas 2019
Don’t worry. You still have time to buy some gifts for your friends, family co-workers etc. But aim to find you some practical gift ideas. Here are 15 Practical Christmas Gift Ideas. My list varies something from $25-50 to $500-600. It depends on what you want to buy. 1- Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer I think…
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Sustainable Clothing Brands To Shop This Winter
In today’s world, sustainability is essential to consider when shopping for anything. This especially includes the clothes we wear. As a smart and responsible consumer, you get to choose what corporations to support and which to pass by. So why not choose to support companies that are working to better the potentially worsening condition of…
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Haute Highlights: The Chanel Pre Fall 2020 Show
The Chanel Pre Fall 2020 collection just dropped and so did our jaws. Admittedly, after keeping up with Fashion Week this spring we nearly missed this show in its entirety. But like the saying goes, “better late than never.” Watch the Chanel Pre Fall 2020 Show and see if you can spot our favorite looks.…
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How to Look Good Every Day? Always Mix Your New And Old Closet
Rule-1 Always Mix Your New And Old Closet This is my number one (perhaps only) rule since day one I started to share my looks at the internet. At first, I didn’t have that many money to buy every single new trend. That’s why I started my looks with creating cute outfits with my existing…
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Obsessed with These 15 Cyber Monday 2019 Worthy Beauty Brands
I can lose it if I can’t score some of my favourite products in this Cyber Monday. Because I was so occupied with my twins during the Black Friday. Take a look at Obsessed with These 15 Cyber Monday 2019 Worthy Beauty Brands post for new inspiration for new products. All of these products are…
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Leather is Back! Best Leather Pants, Jackets and Skirts for 2019-2020 Winter
Are you ready for Best Leather Pants Jackets and Skirts for 2019-2020 Winter guide by Alley Girl? I wanted to write for this list for a very long time. But I was very busy between putting together a new apartment here in New York, adjusting to my 2-year-old twins’ daycare schedule. Not done yet. Looking…
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Make an Impression: First Thanksgiving Dinner in the City
This is the first Thanksgiving that we don’t have any plans. So we decided to prepare our tiny family Thanksgiving Dinner. Meanwhile, I didn’t forget you and decided to create this outfit post to help you out for what to wear. If you are a new person in the city, It’s best to check Make…
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10 Holiday Party Dresses Under $50 That Will Slay Any Holiday
We have already started to talk about Holiday Party Dresses. There are officially THREE days until Thanksgiving and four days until Black Friday, which is crazy. But when you think about the fact that Christmas is just over a month away, it’s downright insane. This year has been going by a little too quickly for my…
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Motherhood: How Do I Do with Twins?
There is one question I have been asked more than ever for the last 2 years. How do I do it with twins? Honestly, I don’t know. I don’t even have time to breathe, relax and think about it. Even though my twins are 2 years old now, I always feel like It has been…
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Ulta Beauty Black Friday Sale: Shop Like An Alley Girl
Black Friday is a big deal to us at Alley Girl, but the hustle and bustle of shopping at brick and mortar buildings during the holiday is so not our style. We prefer to shop online. The best part of online shopping is that you can stay ahead of the game and place an order…
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10 Winter Accessories You Need ASAP
With Christmas practically right around the corner, it’s time to retire our fall fashion. Speaking of fashion, Betül embraced the winter season in all its chilly glory in a lovely Burberry coat. And now, we have chosen some of the best emerging trends to keep you looking stylish this season. Here are 10 of our…
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Our Top 20 Nordstrom Fall Sale Finds
Nordstrom is undoubtedly known for its incredible selection of both high-end labels and affordable fashion, but their sales are next level. The current Nordstrom fall sale features literally thousands of on-trend items. Some are even marked down a whopping 40%. Don’t worry, though, Nordstrom’s sale runs until November 17th so you have plenty of time…
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Sorel Mile Long Runway – Walking in the Runway
Here, I am yet another shoe brand help me to accomplished one of my dreams with Sorel Mile Long Runway rpoject. This time I walked down the runway for the first time in my life. I achieved another dream come true. As you know me closely, my first magazine feature was via Robert Clergerie’s (Clergerie…
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Alexander McQueen Spring 2020 Collection Review
Sustainability is more than a fast fashion trend and top shelf designers are proving that. The entire Alexander McQueen Spring 2020 collection springs from Sarah Burton’s commitment to community. She worked alongside McQueen staff and students from The Stitch School to complete two entirely hand-stitched garments for the runway. Watch The Runway Our Favorite Looks…
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Dior Spring 2020 Collection Review
The Dior Spring 2020 collection was extra special this season because the esteemed house collaborated with Coloco. For those who don’t know, Coloco is a environmentally conscious collective dedicated to sustaining nature. Fun fact: All 164 trees featured on the runway are real and were planted around Paris after the show. Yay, nature! See the…
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Chanel Spring 2020 Collection Review
Chanel hit the headlines at Paris Fashion Week for more than their impeccable designs this week when a desperate YouTuber attempted to crash the show. Thankfully, Gigi Hadid quickly escorted the interruption off of the runway. I mean, who even does something like that? I hope the 5 seconds of fame was worth never being…
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Celine Spring 2020 Paris Fashion Week Review
Bohemian patterns, luxe furs, delicate ruching, and bootcut denim comprise the Celine Spring 2020 collection in an ode to Parisian fashion of the 60s and 70s. The color scheme is full of nudes, blues, and earthy hues that will steer you away from the usual springtime pastels. Read ahead to get the rundown of our…
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NY Girl Diary with E-shakti.com
This past month is one of the most hectic ones in my life. We have decided to move back to NY after a long search and travel in different states. I had to find a new apartment, a new babysitter for my twins, looking for a new job, fashion week, my birthday, very exciting upcoming…
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Flaunt The Latest Mock Croc Accessories This Fall
Between faux fur, luxe leather, and wild animal print, I think fall 2019 has had some pretty unique upcoming trends. But the one that has intrigued me the most is the revival of mock croc or mock crocodile print. Unlike snakeskin or leather, mock croc is not something we see a whole lot of on…
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Cute Sweaters Are In, Shop 20 Of Our Faves
Sweater weather is upon us and I couldn’t be more pumped. Like I’ve stated before, fall is my all-time favorite season. I’m literally counting down the days until I can wear a proper sweater again without potentially overheating. Luckily, fashion experts and insiders alike all agree that cute sweaters never go out of style which…
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Gucci 2020 Spring-Summer Collection Review
Watch The Runway When I look at Gucci 2020 Spring-Summer collection, I have seen a heavily 70s glamour inspiration with a wave to 60s flower child colour scheme. I can’t really see a tremendous amount of newness and innovation but Alessandro definitely creates a Gucci gang who has an attitude of Brooklyn hipster people. Even…
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JW Anderson Spring 2020 London Fashion Week Review
Watch The Runway The JW Anderson Spring 2020 collection brings upper echelon elegance, unconventional beauty and full on glamour to the runway. Take a peek at our faves from London Fashion Week. But first, watch the full show below. The energy is unreal. Our Favorite Looks This first look instantly captured my attention because of…
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Proenza Schouler NYFW Spring 2020 Review
This year at NYFW, Proenza Schouler released a collection of elevated business attire that you’ve probably only dreamed about wearing to the office. Designers Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez have an incredible eye for detail that is proven with every look that comes down the runway. See our favorite looks from the Proenza Schouler NYFW…
