Happy Halloween!
Enjoy the spirit of the day and don’t forget to abide by the style rules for the occassion!
2010/10/31
Enjoy the spirit of the day and don’t forget to abide by the style rules for the occassion!
I blog for a number of publications and online websites including MyBlogalicious, and today’s post was all about the seven tips for truly tapping into the designer market without cleaning out your wallet. Click the link to read the post, Give Me Designer Duds…And ‘Let Them Eat Cake’! I guarantee you’ll learn a little something….
Hmmmm, I love the scarf, gloves and coat…..and not too keen the length of the skirt. The picture concept is about transitioning into fall and the outer accoutrements that make it stylish. What do you think?
Yesterday, Blueprint for Style kicked off a new relationship….with Plus Size Glitz. Every month (and occasionally more often), we’ll contribute to a wonderfully real and celebratory website for full-figured women. Click the link to check out our inaugural post about the Top Five Pointers for Fabulous Full-Figured Dressing…and this month’s must-have item.
I’m not pulling any punches here — there are some essential in the savvy woman’s wardrobe that will make ‘date night’ a cinch even if the dude turns out to be a dud! While there is always room for variation if you’re more boho than chic, or more uptown socialite than edgy, the basics are just that. Take these pieces, add your signature style to them, and you’re covered: Black pumps – pumps/heels are an excellent way to elongate your leg. Black
I’ve been trying to ignore it for the entire week to focus solely on my birthday week outings, but it’s getting in the way…..this Sunday is Halloween and this year I feel like everyone is all go-go-ga-ga over it! Let me say it know (just in case I forget….I am having a serious case of jealousy), Happy Halloween. Oh yeah, it wouldn’t be right if we didn’t provide a little insight so here’s that too: Don’t dress your age Halloween
Let’s read about today’s everday dapper don who happens to be a world traveler and personifies laidback, urban styling!! Occupation: DM Retail Sales Age: 35 City/State of Birth: District of Columbia Current City/State of Residence: NY, NY Status: Married Shoes or Sneakers? Soft Bottom Shoes Lace-ups or Slip-ons? Slip-ons Blazer or Sportcoat? Sport Coat Cashmere or Wool? Cashmere Baseball cap or Fedora? Baseball Cap Spring or Autumn? Autumn John Varvatos or Ermenegildo Zegna? John Varvatos Halle Berry or Selma Hayek?
Wink NYC recently did a post about this Generation Love fake leather (“fleather”) sweatshirt…what do you think? Personally, I love it and crave it – I don’t wear sweatshirts but this is a truly adult version that works for weekends and weeknights out on the town! I would wear it with leggings, no jewelry and flats when I’m out shopping on Saturdays – I’d rock it with skinny dark denim, a long multi-strand necklace, and high heel booties as I
Really it does! A beer’s born-on date signifies that at some point soon, what you’re drinking shouldn’t be drunk. However, my born-on date signifies that each year, I’m just going to get better!! In the spirit of all that is stylish, let me leave you with my thoughts and observations as I close out another decade of living….. If you treat yourself right, age is simply an indicator of good living. Fabulous to meet new people, but don’t forget the old
A week’s worth of fashion, faux pas, follies, fabulosity, finds, forgettables, regrettables, and the like…… Little is BIG: There’s a saying that goes “…devil is in the details.” We can apply it to tons of situations, but the big takeaway is that it’s the little things that count. Our style application — the nicest accessories and most expensive clothing can suddenly fall flat when you notice unkempt nails, noisome body odor, or improperly applied makeup or the likes. It’s the little
A stylish start to the week from last week’s lessons learned… It’s-Finally-Friday’s-Quirky-Q&A: every Friday, we’ll feature a new, everyday Dapper Don and share some of his style proclivities including preferences for hotels, footwear, underwear and technology. Many are just what you’d expect, but several will provide you with creative sparks, food for thought, a few moments of laughter, and pure entertainment! It’s All in the Approach: Similar to flying, approaching a woman requires just as much skill — if you’re approach
Today, I just kicked off a mini-series of posts for a site for which I am the Fashion/Style Editorista….MyBlogalicious! The topic discussed today was whether bigger closets are the solution to the “issue” or whether the bigger issue was misappropriation of space. As you can guess, Blueprint for Style‘s answer is the latter – we need to be better stewards of the space we have rather than clamoring for more space. Click here to read the entire post…quite insightful and,
This week’s everyday-dapper-don is from and resides in the DMV. Let’s see what the DMV has for us….. Occupation: Finance Age: 38 City/State of Birth: Washington, DC Current City/State of Residence: Cheverly, MD Status: Who’s Asking Shoes or Sneakers? Chucks Lace-ups or Slip-ons? Lace-ups Blazer or Sportcoat? Blazer Cashmere or Wool? Cashmere Baseball cap or Fedora? Baseball Spring or Autumn? Spring John Varvatos or Ermenegildo Zegna? Zegna Halle Berry or Selma Hayek? Nia Long (all day) Black or Navy blue? Navy
Before Miuccia Prada revitalized the brand with a black nylon bag, before Rem Koolhaas designed a SoHo wonderland that was more shrine than shop, Prada began as a leather-goods house—one that served as official leather supplier to the Italian royal family.
Really I do! I started blogging as a way to share my passion, experience and expertise….and it has grown into so much more, but if I remain true to my original purpose, it’s all about getting you to believe in me and what I can do for you as an Image Consultant and Personal Stylist. I was born with a shopping afflication that, over the years, has grown and matured. It started out as manifestations of my happiest times (graduation,
It’s as though everything is on-the-go these days, so it’s only natural that pie would follow….. In the morning, it’s quiche like Spinach and Goat Cheese and Bacon, Onion and Gruyère. And at lunchtime, it’s stuff like meat pies with BBQ pork and the S.M.O.G.(steak, mushroom, onion and gruyère). And at night… you’re not quite there yet! For now, it’s tart cherry pie, chocolate peanut butter chess and the Full Custom Custard(aka “White Trash Crème Brûlée”). Follow them on twitter so you
Home Trunk Show What: Milwaukee artist Heather Hambrecht whips tired fall wardrobes into shape with her modern collection of reclaimed and rescued leather accessories ($48-$388) Why: In these times of economic hardship, why not make the most of what we already have…reclaim and reuse!! When: Sat., 11am – 6pm Where: Virtu, 2034 N. Damen Ave., at McLean Ave. (773-235-3790). RSVP to info@virtuchicago.com.
Jimmy Choo ♥ Haze leather knee-high boots ♥ The color is taupe (but has strong hints of light grey/smoke) ♥ The almond-shaped toe is perfect for dressing up with a short dress or dressing down with a pair of jean trousers ♥ 4-inch heel with a 1-inch platform means my legs will look long-n-lean ♥ The overall assessment is sunny….they’ll go with everything from black to grey to camel to navy!! ♥ $1375 at Net-a-porter
Huh? Meet Chef Marcus Samuelsson (I have up-close-and-personal and he’s fab!) Where? W Atlanta Perimeter When? October 23 & 24 Why? Marcus is Top Chef Masters Winner, Guest Chef for the first White House State Dinner with the Obamas, Owner and Executive Chef of Red Rooster and C-House Fish & Chops, Founder of FoodRepublic.com And? This is a Regal Discovery Tour sponsored by Travel & Leisure, Food & Wine, and Buick Regal!
Finally!! I’ve been searching high-and-low for some stylish cover for my iPhone that wasn’t too blingy, too plain, too overdone, too “designer”, too feminine, or too masculine…..and now I have it (and you can too)! Head to Power Support and grab a stylishly unique cover for you iPhone (3G or 4), iPad, shuffle, nano, touch, etc… For the iPhone, the Designer Collection is done by Tibi, Rachel Pally or Rory Beca– so you can be a little designer without going all
From polos to club ties to argyle socks, Ralph Lauren has spent the past forty years showing Americans our style heritage—even if he had to invent it first. But this belt goes as well with a pair of beat-up jeans as with a gray flannel suit, as well with flat-front khakis as with madras shorts.
If there’s one brand that turns watch admirers into collectors, and Geneva into their mecca, it’s 170-year-old Patek Philippe. The Calatrava‘s unassuming face and simplicity
Answer with leopard print! Click the pic for more options and styles….
Stella & Dot makes fashion, fun and affordable costume jewelry that is everything today’s cost-yet-style-conscious woman is about. Today thru Thursday, we’re giving away a Clover Single Wrap Leather Bracelet ($39) – it comes in teal, purple or metallic. Want it? It’s easy – just “like” Moya’s Stella & Dot FaceBook Fan Page, and leave a comment that says Blueprint for Style sent you and your favorite Stella & Dot piece. The winner will be announced on Friday……good luck!
Contest Guidelines: post a comment about your favorite fall fashion trend and on Friday, October 15th you may be the lucky winner of a $100 Saks gift card! Winner: Nancy L……her answer was “Military trend in jackets” Prize: $100 Saks Fifth Avenue gift card Thanks to everyone who participated in this contest. It was terrific to hear what’s sparking your interest this fall. Be on the lookout for the next contest…..and don’t forget to tell your friends!
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