Whatever you do, don’t be a slave to fashion rules. Rather be mindful of the spirit of the rule and then do your own thing. Here are a few tips to remember: Be authentic — there’s nothing worse than trying to create an image that doesn’t exist and that you cannot maintain Woman notice your shoes and your watch — plan accordingly! Stick with the classics — just add something new to it so you don’t look like an old
A retro body suit plays up your hips….partly by accentuating your waist. Either way, gorgeous and it likely won’t stay on very long! This one is part of the Elle MacPherson collection and available at Net-a-Porter.
If you sport a suit to work most days, but need to dress-it-down for a new job or interview here’s our recommendation: Opt for chinos/khakis instead of dress pants Nix the suit jacket; a sportcoat is more casual Spice it up but keep it cool with colorful socks No dress shoes – try loafers or the like Print/plaid tie rather than conservative blue is a winner! You want help getting it right, click here!
Forget pet rocks (I’m a 70’s baby) or even real animals (too much work), we’re talking about something cooler: an adorable pet that is customizable to your hearts content! You have the power to fabricate a cool partner who can do everything real pets do (fetch, roll over, growl, bark) but without the hassle….which is right up my alley. Choose from 1.3 million puppy combinations Add your favorite nose, eyes, ears, etc Name it The result → tap your dog and s/he
That’s right — we want more people to know and love Blueprint for Style, and to do that we need your help! Leave a comment that says “[Name] knows about Blueprint for Style” and you’re entered to win a fabulous charcoal grey, leather tote handbag from Banana Republic’s handbag collection. If you want more chances to win, tweet “BFS is twrrific #INOBP“….the more times you tweet, the more chances you have to win…and if your friends retweet, it counts toward
Just the opinion of one stylist but…..why didn’t the new NBA dress code nix the 5-button suit?! If you want to avoid the men’s suit dress phenomena, click here!
On Friday, I had a most wonderful opportunity to head to the ShoeDazzle offices to conduct my stylist photo shoot. The entire day (it took seven hours) was an absolute blast not only because I was on the other side of the camera lens but because the shots were awesome! Once I receive the entire series, I’ll share some highlights. Until then, simply register here for ShoeDazzle to get some of the most contemporary and stylish shoes at next-to-nothing.
I’m not sure if you know this, but I used to live in Seattle….for about five years. While there, I learned many things including how an entire city could empty out to head to the water or mountains and — how to down a dozen donuts in record time! Yes, I said a dozen, freshly made donuts…. in Pike Place Market. They come in a brown paper bag and come adorned with your choice of toppings (mine is sugar, of
Monica, I love your site! Your enthusiasm for what you do just oozes right through the screen and gets me excited about fashion and all your events. And your expertise really comes through, too. So glad I found you here at BadBallet!
If you’re not a suitmaker’s dream (a Drop Six which means your chest is six inches larger than your waist), then know your shape. Are you a Square, Inverted V, Slim or Athletic? Here’s a quickie lesson: Square ~ break up the square with a 2-button suit and double vents • keep the shoulders balanced Inverted V ~ a 2-button suit with a deeper gore elongates the frame • pinstripes and chalk stripes are good • balance slimmer waistline with strong shoulders
@AleyshaProctor: Award Winning Entrepreneur, Christian Inspirational Author & Christian Lifestyle Blogger. Aleysha tweets about everyday happenings, bargains to be found online and even produces a blog called Aleysha’s Lifestyle Cafe which talks about beauty, business, politics, style, and family!
Daily Sip by Bottlenotes created a listing of wine events across the country for the month of June – we’re just tipping the wine glass to share the yumminess! Indianapolis, IN: June 4th Winston-Salem, NC: June 4th Templeton, CA: June 5th Camarillo, CA: June 5th Santa Cruz, CA: June 4th-5th, 11th-12th Houston, TX: June 6th-12th Flagstaff, AZ: June 11th-12th Hollywood, CA: June 11th-12th Ojai, CA: June 12th San Francisco, CA: June 18th Lake Harmony, PA: June 18th-19th Stowe, VT: June
May was a really weird month not just because of the crazy weather, but personally it was a month of major highs (i.e., a guest post for BadBallet and WinkNYC, chosen as the fashion editor for Black Bag Bridal, and confirmed as the July “It Girl” for ApartStyle) and a few larger-than-life disappointments (i.e., being turned down to speak at TechWeek). That said, in terms of posts and feedback, it was one of the best months ever — woohoo! There’s a ton
Big question with a long answer — so, we’ll break it up into segments! The ideal construction would have layered panels of fabric gently and skillfully attached to the outer cloth by hand. Note that less expensive suits use glue (and feel stiff/hard). Brooks Brothers is a great option for a well-contructed suit that isn’t overly pricey.
Junya Watanabe Comme Des Garcons stripe dress $840 – barneys.com Max Mara jersey halter dress 288 GBP – matchesfashion.com
First the four foundationalss of every man’s wardrobe: Solid Charcoal, Solid Navy, Charcoal Pinstripe, Navy Pinstripe. These four classics will cover almost any situation and provide a good mix of tradition and style. From there, expand based on personal preferences and focus on your personal style (i.e., modern colored pinstripe or a sleek sharkskin). For a more subtle look, go for a traditional plaid or classic charcoal herringbone. And plan to add a light linen or cotton suit for the summer months.
So long, Oprah Winfrey! A historic day in television as Oprah aired her last show ever. Glamour shares with us their top 5 fashion moments on the show throughout the years, from Lady Gaga sharing her wardrobe to Oprah’s famous Calvin Klein skinny jeans. Warm weather has thankfully spread across most of the nation, just in time for a sunny Memorial Day weekend! The question is: are you beach-ready? If not, don’t fear – take a look at New York Magazine’s
Question from Aleysha: What are the best tops (shirts, cardigan, jackets, etc.) to wear with crop pants to look casual elegant? Answer: Aleysha shot us an excellent style question that can be kept in mind throughout every season. Taking the confident and chic measure of wearing cropped pants is a great alternative to ordinary trousers, jeans, and shorts. Sometimes known as capris, they are shorter than the regular ankle length trouser, reaching just above the ankle or as high as
Q: Wedding season is about to begin. For a beach or poolside wedding, is there any such thing as too casual? What is appropriate without being overly dressed? from rainydaydiva A: What a great question, rainydaydiva! Yes, there is such a thing as too casual and you wouldn’t want to fall into that trap. Here’s our advice on how to take it up a notch for a beach or poolside wedding without being too stuffy or high-maintenance for an outdoor summertime
Hard and fast rule: If the wedding is 8 pm or after, wear a tuxedo even if the invitation doesn’t suggest so. If the wedding is at 7 pm-ish, use your best judgment. Lastly, if the invitation indicates ‘Black Tie Optional’ always wear a tuxedo. In this situation, you cannot overdress. For afternoon weddings and early evening summer weddings consider leaving the tuxedo behind. .
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