It’s the kissing cousin to seersucker….whipcord. It goes to work and play a tad bit easier that seersucker especially for you northern boys!! [Items pictured: Suit, $248 by Express {expect a slim cut}; Shirt, $45 by Van Heusen; Tie, $13 by Uniqlo {should be your go-to spot for summer gear}] Whip it with a Whipcord Suit
This jewelry is one of its kind…for its creativity and vintage feel not to mention the distinctive design. The designer, Lulu Frost, is no stranger to old world charm, thus no surprise that these earrings are a fabulosu tribute to vintage style, femininity and contemporary design. These Art Deco Earrings #18 are approximately 1 inch wide and 2.5 inches long – – – perfect to dress up or to show off everyday with your power suit!
I’m not a chocolate connoisseur…simply a lover of chocolate with something else! Sweeteeth, based in Charleston, SC, more than satisfies my desires (and that’s not so easy)! While they have several items to choose from the PB&C (peanut butter & chipotle) is a piece of heaven. The PB&C is a mix of grown-up peanut butter, chipotle peppers, dark chocolate, milk chocolate, and pink Himalayan salt.
In honor of hardworking moms, I wanted to share a few of my favorites things…and they’re all for the rockstar who keeps it all in motion and is never at rest too long. I’ve taken my favorite color (camel) and my favorite accent (leopard print), and tossed in my favorite outfit essentials (belt, jewelry, purse, shoes) to create endless options to go from work to play to night-on-the-town to girls-night-out to power lunch to supermarket strolling – – – all
Know first that I am a bit of a bag collector….it runs the gamet from bargain to high-end, plain to patterned, small to oversized, neutral-toned to metallic and shiny! Therefore, it was divine that I was connected with Kaia Peterka awhile back and can now call her a fast friend. Fashion & accessory designer, Kaia Peterka, started her business to create something beautiful that had purpose and durability, and now you can share in her inspired moments through her fabulous
Question: Where can I find a nice wrap dress? Adrianne B. shot us an excellent question on one of spring and summer’s hottest trends: the iconic wrap dress! This time around, designers like Diane von Furstenberg have given the garment a makeover, providing us with unique styles in all sorts of patterns, lengths, fabrics, and silhouettes. Below you will find various styles of the wrap-dress; follow the links and choose accordingly to cater to your own personal style and definitely
Our top 3 picks for simple-faced men’s watches that won’t break-the-bank, but will definitely leave you sitting pretty in the style category…as well as with a little extra cash in your wallet! Calvin Klein, $205 Skagen, $110
Whether you wanna be a red hot momma or just sizzling hot as you walk the sidewalk, we’ve got lots of great pieces that will allow you to add just a splash or jump all in! Issa silk chiffon dress $715 – net-a-porter.com Quontum cutout dress $98 – topshop.com Marchesa Notte bustier dress $1,249 – mytheresa.com La Petite S twist dress 625 GBP – farfetch.com Alexon pleated dress 125 GBP – houseoffraser.co.uk Lanvin draped dress 895 GBP – flannelsfashion.com Ruffle tank dress $188 – barneys.com Halston Heritage bow dress $219 – net-a-porter.com J Brand cropped skinny
Problem: Boyish frame Goal: Create curves Resolution: Opt for dresses that are knee-length and platform heels….both draw the eye to the legs, create a sexy silhouette, and banish any inklings of a boyish frame!
Hey readers- check out Blueprint for Style‘s interview on Celebrity VIP Lounge….read all about our love affair with shoes, style and everything haute! A ShoeDazzle Shoe
The Alexander McQueen: Savage exhibition opens May 4th at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Open through July 31st, this must-see special exhibition jubilating the genius of the late Alexander McQueen and his continued influence on the fashion world is an experience that cannot be missed this summer! For all of our fashionistas on a budget, who doesn’t love Target? The Calypso St. Barth for Target collection is arriving in stores (and online) May 1st! For more details
Fashionising spoke with Nick Wooster, Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman‘s fashion director and here’s what he had to say about men’s must-have’s and parallels between wardrobes and gardens… Must have for spring 2011 ~ a pocket square …. the easiest way to make an ordinary jacket look extraordinary (we agree!) Fall’s must-wear color ~ burgundy …. from deep plum to light pink; they call is cordovan (thumbs up!) Fall 2011’s statement piece to invest in ~ outerwear …. anything with
The Midweek STYLE Society is a little light on submissions, but heavy on stylish insights! We are bringing you a beautiful rebranding (but the same fabulous information), eco-friendly shopping, a great catch-all for spring/summer and a stunning outfit that is très chic and budget-conscious. What more could you ask for….ask away?! Closet of Style ~ Closet of Style Get ReBranded (a virtual facelift that does wonders….!) A Beautiful Rebranding! The Recessionista ~ eDressMe’s Earth Day Sale (eco-friendly fashions) Eco-friendly Shopping!
Honeysuckle sweetness! Giambattista Valli boatneck dress $2,230 – net-a-porter.com Ginger Smart draped dress $759 – frockaholics.com Valentino ruffle dress $5,590 – net-a-porter.com Peter Som draped skirt $695 – kirnazabete.com Badgley Mischka pumps $200 – bloomingdales.com Badgley mischka shoes $150 – nordstrom.com Balenciaga bag $2,450 – cultstatus.com.au Marc Jacobs leather handbag $1,335 – mytheresa.com Michael Kors pink jewelry $160 – zappos.com Kate Spade hinged bangle $78 – zappos.com 2028 jewelry $125 – 1928.com Carrera shade 65 GBP – flannelsfashion.com Lowie buckle belt $57 – asos.com
Anthropologie surprises me sometimes and here they did it again! A few great pieces combine to create a casual yet pulled-together look for work, and perfect for any outing after-hours….click the pic to purchase! Ideal Desk to Date Look
Blueprint for Style aims to be your go-to source for providing fashion insights for professionals, offering styling tips to refine your overall look, showing how-to’s to go from runway to walkway, and more! Do we give you what you need? Share with us the good, bag and ugly – – – we want to hear it all. In exchange, we’re giving specific summer style advice for free! Just submit your summer style questions and we’ll answer them! Whether it’s what to wear
I am not a floral or print fan in general, however when I saw this top, my heart skipped a beat! Was it a case of the hiccups or is this a simply stunning top?
I had the chance to go to Final Four in Houston, TX a few weeks ago and had a blast! While there, I met a very dapper gent who, through subsequent meetings, has taught me the style value of men’s floral ties. Indeed he sports them regularly and often, and to my surprise, makes them look great. We did our research and here’s what we discovered: Floral ties are a fabulous alternative to the microcheck The print/color usage make these
Every fashionista loves discovering what the latest in fashion is, where, and how to get it! Real-life shopping is not the only method – you are on the web looking at this after all! Take a look at FashionStake.com and Left of Trend. Both sites give you a unique social shopping experience you definitely want to be a part of! Nobody will judge you if you splurge on those wedges you’ve been eying for months now… but if you suddenly
It’s here and I’m excited: the GQ Watch Report! The usual suspects are present (Panerai, Cartier, TAG Heuer, Rolex, etc), but also a few newbies including Oris, Hermès, Fossil, and Bulova to name a few! GQ Watch Report
Weigh in: which bag would you rather have? Two fabulous bags by Chloe on the right (Darla leather tote) and Hype on the left (Laura satchel). Immediately, I’d say the Chloe bag but since Phoebe Philo for Celine, Chloe hasn’t produced a ton of winners. Overall, both bags are winners because of their color, classic shape, and elongated shoulder straps (enough to put over your shoulder).
The Midweek STYLE Society brings you more style know-how and how-to’s than most this week! We’re translating runway to walkway, doing up beautiful tablescapes, and giving you the style insights on how to stay ‘cool’ no matter what you’re wearing. Click – read – see – be stylish! THE STYLISH CHICK ~ “X” Does Not Mark the Spot (some stylish insight to remember when wearing your new purchase) Suit Jacket with Open Vent CLOSET OF STYLE ~ What to Wear: Spring Country
A little while back, Derek Lam in conjunction with eBay ran a contest to get some “help” selecting the five dresses he’d have for his capsule collection for eBay and the time has come. The 5 winners ahve been chosen and you can now pre-order them on eBay. BTW – I chose dress #4 (I know it’s predictable but…..) because it had classic versatility, it worked with lots of different body shapes, and it presented the chance to see black in
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