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9 things I’m in love with for spring

You know I’m not into #selfies or taking pics of myself but I can still share some fabulous pieces! Over the next few days, I’ll share my nine favorite items…. [show_lookbook_widget id=”388328″] Today is ALL about the new perfect tee….! Doing a few Wizards games and Kennedy Center concerts [love Common!], my standard uniform is a pair of jeans or cool camo pants + a t-shirt + a layering jacket = it’s comfortable but appropriate! So the hunt for a perfect

2018/04/02

Style

vintage t-shirt haven

I’m always in search of cool, vintage-y style t-shirts and I found a few great ones here at & Other Stories (one of my new, favorite online shopping spots). I scooped the vintage lion claw one pictured below… [show_shopthepost_widget id=”2757003″]

2017/08/02

Style

Ruffled Blouse

Tooling around one of my favorite websites to waste time, H&M, and I found this ruffled blouse…and I scooped it immediately! I wanted to wear it with my denim all fall but also thought it would look equally nice with a dark pleated midi skirt (see my Fall Essentials List!). Confirmation came when I saw it on one of my favorite style blogs, Le Catch….

2016/09/09

Dresses & Outfits

Fall Prep

I don’t even really want to talk about it but such is life….fall officially starts September 22nd so it seems fitting to share with you my four key pieces for fall (ehrrr hmmmm…read: items you’ll see continuously). Don’t get me wrong – I love fall for the foliage, layering opportunities, the cool autumn wind and, of course, football!! The key to these pieces pictured below are (1) ability to transition from warm weather and (2) adaptability across a variety of

2016/08/26

Tops

A Craving I Can’t Afford…

It’s a “twofer”: a peplum top with made of leopard print! For those that can afford to scoop it: Giambattista Valli at net-a-porter, $1430

2015/12/14

Tops

Spring Must Haves: Print Blouses

It’s the time to add color with prints, patterns, and texture but finding great print tops [for a reasonable price] is like discovering a unicorn. I did some serious digging and found a few fabulous options to transition you into spring. These tops are good for wearing under your standard black or navy suit, tucked into a pencil skirt or rocked with some menswear-inspired slacks. My fave is definitely the X. Which is your favorite? [show_boutique_widget id=”243205″]

2015/04/15

Tops

T-Shirt Trauma

There are tons of things I could be talking about or you could be thinking of when you read the title. I could be talking about that sticky situation I got myself into when I hooked up my friend with another friend (I will make an oath to stay out of ‘grown folk’s business in the future); or I could be referring to my desire to find that perfect winter white coat for my client even though I’m loathed to

2015/01/13

Men's Matters

Monday MANifesto: Sweater Weather

It’s sweater weather….kinda! Imagine your travel plans from the East Coast to the south for a weekend wedding, or an evening outing with the fellas to do ‘man cave’ stuff – plan on starting with a good sweater and then layer from there. This Japanese brand Beams Plus does staples really well. The cut is generally slim and the quality is top-notch. A t-shirt underneath for a casual outing or a buttondown for a night out with your girl works

2014/02/24

Men's Matters

Turtlenecks…?

Apparently there are rules to wearing turtlenecks and Esquire has laid them out clearly. And we concur….. Cotton is good but thin merino wool is better. Turtlenecks were not meant to be worn alone. If you have a short neck, no turtlenecks for you. [our own addition] The saggier the neck, the worse it looks ~ keep it tight! Black turtlenecks are slimming but also very Giorgio Armani-esque. Try a little color… Our advice: if you’re in a cool climate or

2012/12/17

Bottoms

A “Real” Runway, Role Model Mom?

I’m not a mom. I have no children to speak of (other than my shoes and handbags). I do, however, have a deep appreciation for the ‘working mom‘ and spend many hours outfitting them. They want comfort. They want fabrics that move and that you can spot clean. They want versatility. And then they want what seems slightly more elusive: a bit of sexiness; femininity, a little bit of edge, and to wake up and roll out looking perky and

2012/12/10

Tops

Sassy Chic Stripes

This is simple, clean and appeals to that curated casual aesthetic. Plus it works for the working mom who needs to look ‘ready for anything’, the entrepreneur who wants something laid back but chic in which to conduct an afternoon lunch, or the busy executive who happens to want a little color to spruce up her everyday neutral color scheme. Funny thing is – this is so Mrs. Obama to me yet I still like it for me. It hits

2012/08/13

Extra Size Style

Flowers For The Plus Size Lady

Prints especially florals can be a nightmare to wear…not to mention plus size options. We searched and found a fabulous top that ♥ offers ruching and coverage where it’s needed, ♥ a print that doesn’t overpower, ♥ a snug bodice to keep your silhouette shapely, and ♥ a tank styling that makes it work just as well under a blazer for work as with jeans on the weekend! Item: Kiyonna Roselyn ruched tank, $52 {note: it’s available in black, eggplant, and a teal floral

2012/07/31

Bottoms

$231 Summer Outfit

Shopping List: Polo Ralph Lauren washed cotton-twill cargo shorts ($22.50) ♦ Polo Ralph Lauren custom-fit oxford shirt ($30) ♦ Dolce & Gabbana perforated leather tri-stripe sneakers ($133.50) ♦ Paul Smith striped cotton scarf ($45) Style Notes: this is your travel outfit to Miami or any other beach location (you’ll want the scarf for the plane); the sneakers are “fresh” enough to rock with any linen outfit you’ve got; and the shorts are a basic and work on vacay or at home for a

2012/06/22

Tops

The Winner of the FAB Designer Blouse Is…

We got quite a few entries and had a blast doing the contest via Facebook, but alas the time has come to choose a winner and there can only be one…..SweepsMama! She gets a lovely Presenza blouse and one month membership to b-styled by blueprint Style Club ~ congrats!! She loved our Deconstructed Chic look….

2012/04/30

Do More, Reveal Less…With Shop Presenza

Do you want a new look for spring? If so, let us help. Blueprint for Style has teamed up with Presenza for the chance to win a stylish sophisticated wrap top! And because we want to make sure you’re spring comes into full bloom, we’ll also be offering you a month-long complimentary subscription to b-styled by blueprint Style Club – advice based on your style profile, delivered right to your inbox. Here’s how to enter: “Like” us on Facebook: “Share” the

2012/04/16

Tops

Spotted & Sheer

This sheer shirt adds a little extra to your black pencil skirt (even with a black camisole/tank underneath) The solid mandarin collar is perfect to peek over blazer collar The hidden buttons keep the focus on the swirl print The colors make it easy to coordinate since most of us have something black in our closet Available at Oasis, $70

2012/02/02

Accessories

After-Work Political Mixer Look

It’s a question all of us have to answer especially in a city like DC, or anyone who dares to brave the next nine months of election hoopla. I love this look because it’s not too dressy or over-the-top but also not too casual (the kiss of death!). It takes basic black and adds a bit of metallic to add pop and polish! Every woman on the go should own a tuxedo jacket {MUST HAVE #4} like this one by Religion

2012/01/24

Tops

Denim Pussybow Blouse

This denim blouse by ASOS represents the best of two worlds: my love for denim and my 2012 commitment to expand my blouse collection! It combines all of the fun, relaxation and casualness of the weekend and smooches it with the finish, chicness and femininity of a weekday business meeting. I envision wearing it with my black, fitted blazer with pointed shoulders, some colored skinny cords, and my black booties during the week; and the dressing it down with my cream shawl collar

2012/01/24

Use Color to Move Into Spring

I love color so, this tip on transitioning into spring is easy: use colors, prints and patterns. This AE gingham print shirt ($39.50) is great under a sweater with jeans for the weekend….by itself with some slacks on date-night….on top of a white tank with a black belt and some slacks during the week!! Soft woven cotton Classic oxford styling Single breast pocket Full button-up front Comes in blue plaid as well! Favorite fit (note: this is AE so, I’d

2010/03/04

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9 things I’m in love with for spring

vintage t-shirt haven

Ruffled Blouse

Fall Prep

A Craving I Can’t Afford…

Spring Must Haves: Print Blouses

T-Shirt Trauma

Monday MANifesto: Sweater Weather

Turtlenecks…?

A “Real” Runway, Role Model Mom?

Sassy Chic Stripes

Flowers For The Plus Size Lady

$231 Summer Outfit

The Winner of the FAB Designer Blouse Is…

Do More, Reveal Less…With Shop Presenza

Spotted & Sheer

After-Work Political Mixer Look

Denim Pussybow Blouse

Use Color to Move Into Spring

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