It could be that I’m getting older…or perhaps wiser but when I am out at the pool or beach, I want a cover-up that provides coverage but doesn’t leave me looking like I’m “covering up”. The solution is this LemLem legala patio dress ~ on my wishlist to have for my next warm weather getaway.
The taste of spring got me started and now this Shopbop spring sale has the good times rollin’…it’s 25% off with code SPRING25 and I’m focused on pieces that can go allll day. Fell in love with this flare dress…(with some heels and a blazer if it’s still chilly)
I am reminded of the versatility and vastness of denim – it’s everywhere! It’s an American bred “thing” that is everywhere, all the time, and goes across cultures, time zones, functions, and needs. I was thumbing through More, a magazine for women 40+, and I found a look that I loved! Denim can go anywhere – in this particular picture, it’s about layering…with the styling key to show ankle/skin so it doesn’t appear overly bottom heavy! This is a look
I mention it in my book, Without Saying A Word: The Silent Power of Style, but I’m on a personal mission to ensure ladies break up with black! And while I’m serious about my mission, if you’re not ready then try one of these colors to start: navy blue olive cream/white camel grey prints Inspiration can be hard to come by so here are a few easy pieces to get the ball rolling… [show_boutique_widget id=”224836″]
Denim is an American wardrobe staple and something that is in most of our closets in multiples. However, when summer hits, it may get a a little less airtime especially if you live Ina city like DC where the humidity makes anything heavier than linen feel like a death sentence. [Enter stage left] Denim….in white. More specifically, a white denim dress – this one available at Topshop. It’s not quite appropriate for work but movie night, date night, girls night
The job market is more competitive than ever, but if you’re looking for employment, one of your biggest challenges is to find a way to differentiate yourself in a sea of applicants. What I said to a recent group of Armed Services veterans during a recent training session is that, “I can help you with your visual resume but the rest is up to you!” Let Blueprint for Style help you stand out in a crowd with a visual resume
When I saw this, I was immediately transported to a beach….with thoughts of strolling a beach, sunning on an oversized beach chair, and sipping a pina colada. This Saladin capsleeve dress is made using hand made embroidery. The only thing that is missing is a large floppy sunhat. note: this dress fits narrow across the chest so for larger busts, size up two sizes….
Dinner with girls can be anything from casual to fancy but, in this case, I got to spend the better part of a weekend with my DC ladies as we did a weekend at Salamander Resort. We had a 8pm reservation at Harriman’s (after relaxation and some spa services) so we decided to look “nicer than usual”. I didn’t want to get too fancy so I used the items I already had: JCrew sweatshirt, 7 for all Mankind black leather
My sister is getting married, so I headed down to Atlanta for her bridal shower and a quick 24 hours of fun and laughs. To make the trip happen though, I had to plan for a big climate change (again) going from DC (30s) to Atlanta (high 50s), and I also wanted to make sure I was ready to hang out! The answer was in my fabulously stylish and comfy Tieks (thanks Tieks for sending me “caliente” which is what
Ok it’s a bit of a lie since I have several “wishes” for Valentine’s Day but if I had just one wish for St. Valentine’s Day, it would be to have a navy blue jumpsuit. Take a peek at my 2014 goals and resolutions if you must but this is perfectly aligned with my 2014 strategy. This sateen, wide-leg jumpsuit from ONE by COREY is ideal for dressing up for dinner dates, an evening at the museum, or doing an
Make no mistake, I’m in love with leather (and navy blue). Both are classics but leather let’s you kick it up a notch – BAM!! And this dress is the perfect mix of ladylike, professional, and uh-oh-I’m-taking-it-there! The color makes it even more work-friendly… And for a mere $254 (size up one to two sizes), it will be a piece you will keep for seasons to come!
Any college girl heading back to school likely finds it a bit difficult to keep her wardrobe fresh and on-trend without blowing her book money….but Kmart and Sears are excellent options to help her make affordable fashion statements! Here they took one dress and did it up four different ways….. Which is your favorite? The “chic” look is my fave…plus a colorful belt! When you think of Kmart and Sears, think of brands like Bongo, Levi’s, French Connection, Kardashian Kollection
Have you ever wondered how you can get better use of your fall wardrobe? Well if you watched CBS/WUSA9 on Thursday morning, you would have caught Blueprint fro Style sharing some great style insights on how to wear your fall fashion now [during summer]. This was for the ladies and gents and while I’m sure you’ll listen to the four minute clip, let me share the big takeaways: Add pops of color using jewelry and shoes. Men can rock colorful
Have you ever heard of ASOS? If not, you’re missing out on a retailer that does everything from bargain basement deals to high-end designer duds for men and women. They ship for next-to-nothing (and for free if you can find a promo code) and depending on what you get, you can make it work for less than in-store prices! We teamed up with ASOS to do a $200 giveaway! And I wanted to share the good news with you. For
One of the biggest questions of the season (& ongoing for that matter), is how can I do fun outdoors/active stuff and still look cute and stylish. The answer lies in how you bring it all together. Outdoors signals comfort ~ so we like sneakers and shorts Whether it’s the ballpark or jazz concert that signals a few hour investment ~ so opt for something to keep you cool but layers well We want to be fashionistas but not look
Giovanna Battaglia adds a scarf for panache but the sportiness of spring dresses is evident ~ and will look just as good with a pair of wedge booties as some gladiator flats. I’ve scooped this Topshop version in hopes of it becoming my new everyday-in-a-pinch dress for spring. While I’ll undoubtedly sport these with my wedge sneakers and gold Loeffler Randall flats, feel free to add a colorful scarf at your whim…. Style notes: this dress works for those with
The strapless dress has new life ~ perfect for transitioning into spring with a pretty cropped cardigan but, also for Fall…since Stella McCartney, Dior and others all showed it going from day to night. Could it really be this easy? We already love dresses because they are readymade outfits but, to be on-trend at the same time, give a little fem and sexy, and go from desk to date all at once…?! Which strapless dress are you adding to your
I’ve been slipping on my plus-size insights and while many of the posts are flexible enough to size up (or down), and provide the versatility to go from work to weekend, sometimes we all just need a little extra love! I love this combination ~ it goes to work with a fitted blazer on top along with a pair of straight leg pants; and then takes you into the night or weekend by losing the blazer and adding a metallic
I came across two pieces that are part of ideeli‘s 2012 Holiday Lookbook that are perfect for your busy calendar! Both pieces are by Aidan Mattox. Both offer lots of sparkle & shimmer. Both are under $160! Both are available TODAY at ideeli! {Santa- I really want the sequin stripe top; I can see myself with a pair of black tuxedo pants & a beautiful DvF minaudiere!!} Added bonus: once you pay the $9.95 shipping, it’s free for the next
Across the last several months, Marie Claire is stepping up its game and, undoubtedly, EIC Joanna Coles is a large part of that. I’m particularly in love with the MC@Work features. This week, I’ve snagged a piece about what to say in the stickiest of office situations….. “Quitting a job is a lot like breaking up – it’s better when both parties see it coming. So be sure to drop hints that you’re itching to try something else” Kiss up
I love the overall look of this outfit ~ the dress and heels keep it classic and feminine; the layering with the white top and colorful scarf make it ideal for fall [luke warm days, cool evenings]; and the unstructured feel of the handbag and dress keep it comfortable. SCORE one for the classically sassy lady who wants to do professional but keep it cool! Which is your favorite piece?! Mine is the 3.1 Phillip Lim 31 Minute Bag…
Instinctly I know summer is coming to an end ~ the nights are just a smidge cooler {great for running though!}, I hear kids yelling at 7:30am {which means school is back in session}, and I’m rocking my wifebeater as often as possible {because it’s its last hoorah….}. I didn’t have anyplace to go today but thought I’d mix it up a bit with my funky necklace, summer-ish handbag and some fun flats {this is as “flat” as I will
Leather is running rampant this season and to keep it sleek and feminine, the runways and concrete walkways are sporting dresses! I’ve combed the ‘net for some fabulous options that will accentuate your curves, create instant edginess, purrrr sexy, and still be wearable for girls night, a museum event, or even dinner with your sweetheart. Not to be insensitive to our vegan-friendly crowd, I uncovered two faux leather gems that even I wouldn’t mind sliding into: Karl Dahli faux leather
I’m up in the air about this look ~ I’m tired of maxi dresses but I’ve found myself loving the floral print trend. Is this too much? Would it be fine is she had just stuck with a floral print top? Is it that the prints are just too bright? I think she pulls it off nicely….and while I might be a bit camera-shy in this, I’d be willing to rock the walkway with it!
Singer/songwriter Mollie King of The Saturdays (a British girl group) was seen sporting this and I wanted to share. It’s not that she looks so fabulous or that she’s doing something you can’t ~ I like the look because it’s easy, casual, chic, understated, fun, feminine and versatile. Imagine this on a Saturday stroll thru the flea market with flip flops, dressed up a skosh with a pair of neutral heels and a clutch for date night, or with a
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