How to Wear a Pocket Square
This pocket square combination is great: the navy blue plaid works perfectly with the dark tie, and the pink shirt sets of the light grey suit nicely. Get creative – – and try something differently..
2011/06/30
This pocket square combination is great: the navy blue plaid works perfectly with the dark tie, and the pink shirt sets of the light grey suit nicely. Get creative – – and try something differently..
Not everything is about clothes and fashion – – this is a book about style and fashion written by Karen Karbo all about the wonderfully elegant Coco Chanel! Great read even today…
Click the pic to get the skinny on wedges including wear to get them, how to wear them, and how to go from desk to date! If you need a little expert insight into the right shoes for you, click here!
Blueprint for Style loves orange! I don’t believe there is a more vibrant and warm color that shows off or highlights a tan better. Here we give a few of our favorite things….
Q: Typically, in 4 season climates, summer staples like seersucker, linen, spectator shoes, etc. are worn ONLY between Memorial Day and Labor day. What is the rule for warmer geographies that experience only one or two seasons? From Anthony A: Thank you for asking such an excellent question, Anthony! Really, we’re dealing with a two season issue here because most people regardless of where they live dress for two seasons—fall/winter and spring/summer—and then combine pieces for the unpredictable weather in
We typically get a lot of questions about what’s the right men’s swim trunk…are they long, short, speedo, etc. Simply put, here’s a great pair by Olasul – – we like them for their mid-thigh length, slim fit, bright coloring, and quick-drying fabric.
Dyed calf hair 4 1/4″ Curved heel Patent leather trim Kors Michael KORS Not sure how to walk in them, click here!
I’m normally on the other side of the camera, so this day long photo shoot for ShoeDazzle (done for all of the ShoeDazzle stylists) was a blast! Everyone says I never show photos of myself so I wanted to share these different looks — enjoy!
The highlight of the Versace’s men’s show at Milan’s Men’s Fashion week was Donatella herself, as she is working on a line for H&M – you can preview it now! At the end of last week, Michelle Obama stepped out in the perfect happy summer dress, with with navy blue stripes and a beautiful v-neckline. Find your favorite stripe-happy dress, too! If you’re still on the hunt for the perfect pair of wide-leg pants, take a look at these colorful
We decided to share our love for shoes by giving away a whole bunch of them. Every Friday in July, Blueprint for Style in conjunction with ShoeDazzle, will giveaway two pairs of shoes to two lucky winners! Here’s how to get your free shoes: Tell us how many pairs of summer shoes you own Subscribe to Blueprint for Style Follow & tweet I’m doing the Summer for Shoe-er Giveaway w/ @Blueprint4Style & @ShoeDazzle #BP4SD Want to increase your chance of
We got hold of J Crew’s Fall 2011 Lookbook and while it’s a complete downer to think about fall, this is the world we live in! Designers and retailers are always at least 3 months ahead of where we are…. Style notes: J Crew keep the embellishments to a minimum ♦ the lines are clean and long ♦ the shoes have almond-shaped toe caps ♦ neutrals are still in effect but colors are vibrant and rich ♦ the styling is all
Not often…unless you don’t want them for very long. Unless it’s visibily stained or has an odor, try spot cleaning with a gentle cleanser like Woolite. Proper storage and upkeep when not in use will also play a large part in determining the frequency of drycleaning. If you wear it more than once a week, give it break on alternating weeks Make sure to air it out after each use Avoid leaving plastic drycleaning bags on as it speeds up
This is an end of week Midweek STYLE Society redux. We’ve been gone quite awhile — contributors have been busy making the world more stylish but we’re back! Working Girls Shoe Closet ~ Why So Blue? [a great Topshop Wendy wedge] The Working Wardrobe ~ Working Chic into Gray Slacks [an outfit that is anything but plain ‘ole gray] Closet of Style ~ Wear That Room with CoS: LSI Inspired [a look at how a room color palette can inspire an outfit]
Lands’ End Canvas asked us to do a post related to being ‘beach ready’. So, I commenced the search for the perfect bathing suit and decided it was a two-piece with ruffles and shirring (to create a bust) and side bikini ties (to create of an hourglass shape)….and of course, papaya coloring would finish off the sunkissed look. The better surprise was the straw tote (approx 14″H x 15″W) that can accommodate everything
The options are endless, but be mindful that for many folks, your watch is an indication of what you’ve achieved and where you’re headed. Here are some great options, but if you want assistance in making the perfect purchase, click here!
A yummy jewel-toned dress that is the perfect, feminine length – the color pops in the summer sun – the silk one-shouldered dress shows off the decolletage and strong shoulders – the ruffle detail is perfectly placed to conceal a multitude of faults – at Matches Fashion! Style notes: the length is just-above-the-knee which makes it complimentary to many shapes, and the feminine fit, styling and fabric ensure it hugs appropriately while still providing room to strut! Click here for more
The deck shoe has become the men’s summer go-to shoe, but the question remains about whether a kissing cousin exists for winter. The answer is — yes! A whiskey- or cognac-colored brogue is the solution. If you look for a more rounded toecap that will keep it casual too. Want help creating the perfect shoe closet, click here!
Get a peek at this Marc by Marc Jacobs clothing line — while not a huge fan, I am very appreciative of his line of basically fabulous pieces that are interchangeable, reasonably priced, complimentary and flattering to lots of shapes, and versatile enough to go from desk to date night. This more casual, bridge line is well curated enough for the sassy mom, professional lady, or socialite diva!.
This was such a fun contest to get more subscribers and we got fabulous feedback, but alas there can only be one winner. The winner of our handbag is San D (@SS_Dal)! Woohoo — congrats!! San Dalvi tweeted over 25 times and got a ton of other folks involved in the campaign….and we have new subscribers as a result. Thanks San D!!.
Isn’t luxury lovely? I’m talking about real luxury, when goods are made of special materials, soft, transparent, unusually strong or uniquely textured. Luxury featuring great design and that little “pop” of delight somewhere inside you. But what if you don’t want, in this day and age, to show off? What if you find yourself in the fortunate position of being able to afford luxury, but you don’t want to lord it over the less well-resourced? Welcome to luxury without logos.
Men are creatures of habit (actually, I think we all are…), but integrating color into the pool of navy blue, grey, and dark colored sutis can be difficult. Here’s our advice to get it right: Spruce up your socks Try a colorful floral print/plaid tie A brightly colored pocket square is easy! Opt for a microcheck or light plaid shirt to give you a hint of extra pizazz You want more just for your wardrobe or look, click here!
To all of the fathers including mine who is likely enjoying his day.
Full Figured Fashion Week—celebrating women size 12 and up who love their curves—is going on this weekend in New York City. Want The Best Swimsuit Advice You Will Ever Receive? Read this interview from top swimsuit designers! The latest in hair fashion is being bought up from fly-fishing around the country—feather hair extensions. Like the one’s worn by Steve Tyler on American Idol, these super cool and colorful saddle feathers are in high demand. On Monday night, Anna Wintour won the
What’s included in the ‘social media’? We think Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, Foursquare, StumbledUpon and Tumblr. We think that’s a good start and ShopNBC is jumping onto the social media highway in the fast lane!! Watch ShopNBC anytime on YouTube, Facebook, or Twitter. ShopNBC is one of those sites that gives you everything you need — whether clothing or jewelry, health & fitness, technology, or even beauty. It works to provide a one-stop-shopping experience that any tech savvy and stylish
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