June 2015 | Blueprint for Style

Instagram

Never Ask, “Where Did You Get That?” Again!

How To Shop Monica’s (@Blueprint4Style) Instagram You shouldn’t feel funny asking where I got something or how much it costs…I’m pretty easy but if you do, worry no more! Just shop my instagram and you can get all of the items I snap delivered to your inbox (and I’m none the wiser)…. To make it happen, follow THREE easy steps: Follow me on Instagram {here} Sign up once via Instagram or {HERE} When you see a photo of something you

2015/06/30

Books

Stylish Reading: Secrets of a Fashion Therapist

Secrets of a Fashion Therapist, Betty Halbreich A cool read if you have interest in becoming a stylist; or currently use one… It’s all true! I went into it thinking it was gonna be about stuff that wasn’t relevant to me as a stylist for professionals (versus stars, personalities, etc) but, I was wrong. I’ve spent many a day trying to sum up what I do and I believe myself to be part psychologist, part mentalist, part shopper, part truth-sayer

2015/06/30

Outfits/Complete Looks

I’m Trying To Blog….I Swear!

Let me not pull any punches ~ blogging is hard work! Seriously….imagine having to be “creative” all the time- it’s a lot of pressure so I have quietly stepped away from the moniker “blogger”. But alas, there’s a [big] piece of me that loves sharing style, what’s hot, how-to wear something, what trends translate to work, etc. The problem: I’ve been comparing myself to other bloggers and you know what they say, ‘comparison is the thief of joy…’ thus, I’ve made

2015/06/29

Summer

Are You Ready For The 4th?!

I consider Memorial Day, the 4th, and Labor Day weekends the quintessential “holiday” weekends that warrant lots of pre-gaming to avoid looking too contrived. I’ve culled all three long weekends down to five items. Here are my caveats: Memorial Day weekend – it may not be warm enough so you’ll need to substitute the breezy cover-up for a more, sweater-like option. Gotcha covered! PLus bring a rain hat Labor Day weekend – I’ve rarely run into an occasion where it’s

2015/06/26

Accessories

Ready for the Weekend: Leather Flip Flops

Grow up! We all love Havaianas but sometimes you just need a little more. Answer: Abejas Handmade. Leather (of course). Available in black and brown. Done! If these aren’t your cuppa tea then here are a few other grown-up options to try: [show_shopthepost_widget id=”825540″]

2015/06/26

Poll

[Poll] One Summer MUST Do

[poll id=”12″] Personally, I’m planning to host an outdoor movie night later this summer, and about four of the other items listed! What about you?!

2015/06/24

Beauty

Old Is New Again: Body Lotion

Tried, true, and tested Cuts down on morning routine time Fragrance-free (so cool for guys too!) Moisturizing…and last all day (I swear!) Inexpensive ($6 just about anywhere) So Im back to lubing up in the shower and then carrying on with my day….on the cheap!! Woohoo!!

2015/06/23

Grooming

MANly Monday: I Jumped Some Man!

I did, I swear! Well kinda – he walked by as I was entering one of my new, favorite neighborhood haunts [Brookland’s Finest]. I grabbed his arm – yes, I entered his personal space without even asking! – and said, “Excuse me and I know this is gonna sound weird but, you smell great! What are you wearing?” He chuckled [thank God!] and said, “Other than my clothes, I assume you’re talking about my cologne and it’s John Varvatos Artisan

2015/06/22

Poll

[Poll]: Clothing Swap?

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2015/06/18

Footwear

MANLy Monday: Summer Sneaker Essential

This is easy ~ a pair of white sneakers. You know you need them, you want a fresh new pair of kicks, and the selection is sickeningly expansive so I’ve got some awesome options no matter what your style. If you’re a new school prepster who believes in the power of madras and polos than this Adidas Stan Smith is you! If you’re a sneaker-on-the-weekend-while-hanging-with-my-kids then the comfy but cool Rosen is right up your sartorial alley….(I think I’m

2015/06/15

Accessories

Ready for the Weekend: Sneakers

I love the color orange! And fuschia is pretty cool too! Since the weekends are made for running around the idea of doing it with a little extra color is right. These Saucony sneakers are cute and on sale (they also come in a yellow/teal combo too), and they may just allow me to dip-‘n-dodge a little quicker as I head to the grocery store, client shopping, and BBQing. What are your weekend plans?

2015/06/12

Home & Interiors

Bringing Style Home: Bath Caddy

Do you ever want to read when you’re chillin in the tub? Or have you tried only to drop your book in the water? I have…. Well I found this cool handmade bathtub caddy on etsy – and I’m thinking my evening tub escapades have just been upgraded!

2015/06/10

Dresses & Outfits

Ready for the Weekend: Dress, Cover up, Tunic

I saw this piece while tooling around online and the first thing I thought was how perfect it was for a warm Saturday (which is not right now) but then the more I looked at it, I eyed it for a girls trip to use as my beach cover-up. Then I shared it with a friend and she quickly responded, “I love it to rock with my white denim!”. A three-in-one piece….and all for $48! My favorite feature: along with

2015/06/05

Home & Interiors

Bringing Style Home: Table Lamp

I’m ok admitting it….the older I get, the more light I need in my house! I’m becoming my mother and I realize I am preferential to table lamps because they don’t take up floor space, they tend to have more options for fabulous bases, and I can more easily manuever them from room to room. I like Marshalls and Home Goods but found a super cool one at Target! This will go easily in any room and can be a

2015/06/03

Men's Matters

MANly Monday: Style Quote

“I like a fine-gauge knit – like a summer sweater – under a suit, which just feels nice on the skin. No collar, but more substantial a T-shirt. Somehow, a T-shirt isn’t enough.” –Scott Sternberg, Designer, Band of Outsiders {shared from Details magazine, May 2015}

2015/06/01

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