Style Lessons As Told by Coco Chanel
Not everything is about clothes and fashion – – this is a book about style and fashion written by Karen Karbo all about the wonderfully elegant Coco Chanel! Great read even today…
2011/06/30
Not everything is about clothes and fashion – – this is a book about style and fashion written by Karen Karbo all about the wonderfully elegant Coco Chanel! Great read even today…
Click the pic to get the skinny on wedges including wear to get them, how to wear them, and how to go from desk to date! If you need a little expert insight into the right shoes for you, click here!
Blueprint for Style loves orange! I don’t believe there is a more vibrant and warm color that shows off or highlights a tan better. Here we give a few of our favorite things….
Dyed calf hair 4 1/4″ Curved heel Patent leather trim Kors Michael KORS Not sure how to walk in them, click here!
The highlight of the Versace’s men’s show at Milan’s Men’s Fashion week was Donatella herself, as she is working on a line for H&M – you can preview it now! At the end of last week, Michelle Obama stepped out in the perfect happy summer dress, with with navy blue stripes and a beautiful v-neckline. Find your favorite stripe-happy dress, too! If you’re still on the hunt for the perfect pair of wide-leg pants, take a look at these colorful
We decided to share our love for shoes by giving away a whole bunch of them. Every Friday in July, Blueprint for Style in conjunction with ShoeDazzle, will giveaway two pairs of shoes to two lucky winners! Here’s how to get your free shoes: Tell us how many pairs of summer shoes you own Subscribe to Blueprint for Style Follow & tweet I’m doing the Summer for Shoe-er Giveaway w/ @Blueprint4Style & @ShoeDazzle #BP4SD Want to increase your chance of
Full Figured Fashion Week—celebrating women size 12 and up who love their curves—is going on this weekend in New York City. Want The Best Swimsuit Advice You Will Ever Receive? Read this interview from top swimsuit designers! The latest in hair fashion is being bought up from fly-fishing around the country—feather hair extensions. Like the one’s worn by Steve Tyler on American Idol, these super cool and colorful saddle feathers are in high demand. On Monday night, Anna Wintour won the
Question from Amir: When it comes to men’s shoes, should dress shoes be flat or have a small heel? Answer: Simply put, and fashionably speaking, when it comes to men’s dress shoes, they should definitely have a small heel! Dress shoes are mainly designed with two specific parts: the sole/heel area and the top section – you will notice these elements are the most distinctive ones of the shoe. The traditional, and more stylish, inclusion of a heel, which comes
Treat yourself like royalty for a change and add a punch of purple to your wardrobe with some of the interesting options below in a regal hue that exudes confidence and makes a fashion statement! A Patch of Purple by lguiffre featuring a pintuck skirt
Resort season officially started on June 6th, and it’s definitely a bright one! Burberry revved up their signature neutral hues with neon trims and chunky jeweled platform heels; DKNY amped up its urban flair with scarf-inspired tops; and Herve Leger and Jason Wu were inspired by scuba-wear. See the rest of the collections here! Shop the boutiques of the world – online! On Taigan.com, you get the lowdown on the hottest local boutiques offering everything from men’s and women’s fashion to
Wedges make wonderful shoes including these cognac and blue beauts by Modern Vintage – – on sale at Taigan (the ‘it’ spot for curated style). Check out more wedges here!.
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.
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.
Junya Watanabe Comme Des Garcons stripe dress $840 – barneys.com Max Mara jersey halter dress 288 GBP – matchesfashion.com
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
Which are the right ones for your shape? What works best for everyday? How do I look like the stars without going overboard (is that possible!)? Which color is best for my skin? Where can I get the best deals on shades? Is there a shape that is universally flattering? Click here to get the answers!
Is there anything more classic than black and white? We ALL have these colors in our wardrobe, so it’s just about how we put it together and the interesting ways we choose to rock it!
Stripe cardigan, $36 Steven Alan high waisted pants, $250 Mulberry wooden sandal, $835 Alexander Wang tote handbag, $895 Juicy Couture tie necklace, $30
The Lanvin Spring/Summer 2011 Runway collection is now available at Kirna Zabete in SOHO (New York) or online here. The collection has some great items—from dresses and suits to fabulous wedges and ballet flats. The orange Pop Power Suit (which we love!) is already sold out; so hurry up and go check this collection out! Looking for celebrity red-carpet inspiration on how to be fabulous? Check out Mr. Blasberg’s Best-Dressed List: The Cannes Edition. Promise you will enjoy! Prabal Gurung has a
Seriously, use plastic bags to store items that are delicate and can get snagged or ripped (lace, etc); and invest in a stylish leather cosmetic bag so it can double as an evening clutch!
Use your shoes to store toiletries, socks, jewelry, and other small noteables – and to save space!
Question from Eden: Where do I find some fashionable turbans?! Answer: Eden shot us an excellent question for this spring and summer to spice up our hairstyles for a complete head-to-toe look. When considering hairstyles, most people tend to fall under the category of sticking to barrettes, headbands or simply letting their hair fall naturally. Eden wanted to rock it out with the confident flair of turbans! They are a stylish and versatile alternative to hats, they prevent fly-aways from the
Yay for Taylor – she’s the winner of the Bracelet de la Paix from @Mauboussin (a $119 value)!
As soon as people swooned over Kate Middleton’s royal wedding dress, they were walking down the aisle in a replica of the dress. Lord & Taylor will get a two week exclusive on A.B.S.’s ‘royal rip-offs’, including the Kate Middleton gown as well as the beautiful one worn by Pippa Middleton. Would you buy these dresses or would you rather create your own fairytale wedding? The warm weather has finally approached us, so it is finally time to bring out
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