Prints are in and BIG this season, so learn how to master the mix with these helpful tips: if you’re a beginner to the game, opt to keep your prints in the same color palette Mix reverse prints of the same family Change up the materials of your print for added pop (like silk & wool, rayons & jacquard) Master the mix by dropping in a BIG neutral and then add various similarly colored prints Ensure your print mix comes
The Summer Olympics are less than a month away (July 27th) …. and I’m so psyched because I love the track & field portion! Harper’s Bazaar.com (my second favorite online magazine behind WWD) did a feature on the 20 Most Stylish Olympians so I had to check it out. I don’t agree with most of them (click here for the entire article), but I saw a couple that I’d give the thumbs up to. The ones that immediately come to mind
For my last swimsuit post, I saved the best for last—animal prints! Animal prints are timeless, and since designers always introduce their own spin on them, they always look unique. If you’re a one-piece swimsuit devotee and are tired of wearing the same old styles, look for those featuring fierce animal prints and innovative designs. Many one-piece swimsuit styles feature boring colors and typical silhouettes. For something fresh, try a one-piece with a colored animal print, chic asymmetrical design or
Mo White, Creative Director at The Outnet {a fab shopping sites that sells past-season goods and exclusive products from over 200 designers} gives the following style advice: Take t-shirts to the dry cleaners before their first wear and the heat will bond the jersey so the fabric will wear better!
One of the most common complaints I get from men and women is around “being casual”. What most end up with are jeans, a button down shirt or tee ~ and a feeling that they could have done better. Being casual doesn’t mean you need to look like you just rolled out of bed. The keys to being casual …yet chic & curated are: Consider more than just jeans ~ slacks, leggings, skirts and dresses count too! Casual is
Ever seen someone who takes “matching” to a whole new level? [e.g. ~ a brown suit and red shoes, red necklace, red ring, red belt, red purse, red lipstick, and red stockings]. This is someone who may have missed the beauty of hueing ~ using a gradation or variety of a color. [nggallery id=61] Style note: “matching” can add to the overall frustration of dressing while, hueing allows much more flexibility in coordinating looks!
It’s easy ~ just figure out your seasonal accent color or color palette (it will make wardrobe coordination soooo much easier)!
Ok….I borrow or knowingly share information I read/see/hear from others and today’s style steal/share is about turban know-how from an equally stylish lady named Kalyn Johnson (Possess Your STYLE) and a new resource called 100 Layer Cake (Jillian, Amanda & Kristina) ~ thank you ladies!! I love hats but have never been one to venture into the Far East affairs of turbans…until now. After this quick pictorial tutorial (say that five times really fast…), I’m down to give it a try
Although I am by no means into interior design right now, but do imagine I’ll be heading down that pathway. It is so inextricably intertwined with style ~ the colors, the use of texture, compliments, shading, patterns, layering, etc. I saw this picture in a blog called for the love of design and then traced it back to Rashon Carraway of Mr. Goodwill Hunting. I was instantly drawn to the clear charger with gold trim, the black & gold color combination,
The start of the year means, for some, the start of a “new you”. That can include a new diet, a new workout regiment, or a new lifestyle and job – woot woot! This post isn’t for you seasoned vets but rather for our greener, less experienced budding rock stars. Image is everything ~ the moment you walk in a room, you’re being assessed so today’s lesson is about “Presenting the Best You”. Questions that likely cross your mind are: What do
10 Ways To Wear A White Button Down ~ a closet classic! %RELATEDPOSTS%
Think high ~ high heels elongate the leg and give the appearance of more height High waist ~ (this can be tricky) but typically higher waist bottoms again create the look of longer legs Go dark & light ~ darker on the bottom and lighter on the top creates ‘visual space’! Go forth & look taller! %RELATEDPOSTS%
Giambattista Valli & Emma Stone via redcarpet-fashionawards Straight from Giambattista Valli’s Fall 2011 RTW show, onto actress Emma Stone, pinks and reds have definitely made a sweet and spicy fashion mix (& totally rockable for the Holidays)! Get inspired with the look below to brighten up your mood while looking like a delectable treat in these otherwise dreary days of rain. These red hot pants are an extremely versatile choice – both for daytime and nighttime – especially when
Ankle Boots ~ they go with just about any hemline Mid-calf Boots ~ create a slightly edgier look; work well with long or short hemlines (another option) Knee-high Boots ~ trick here is to ensure the top of the boot and hemline aren’t the same (option with stacked heel) Over-the-knee Boots ~ the boot should be on display so your hemline should be short (we love this basic OTK, a flat, extended calf boot option) Here are a few of our
Here’s a quick reference to which stockings to wear when: Solid/Opaque ~ works for very short skirts/dresses. Black is the natural go-to, but deep, rich jewel tones are very now Patterned ~ works if you’re going fairly monochromatic and want to create a little interest. Keep the patterns small and they become very slimming Bare ~ best if you’re going with toe-out or peep toes. Opt for bronzer or shiny legs to make them look svelte .
Shopping List: Camel suede boots ~ by Pura Lopez ($225) or similar more edgy PL version Blythe shirtdress ~ by J Crew ($148) Green blouse ~ by Genny Vintage ($127) Navy blouse (similar) ~ by Topshop ($76) Camel ostrich emboosed clutch ~ by ASOS ($81) Vintage camel belt (great buy!) ~ by Fossil ($48) 2-piece navy blue suit ~ by Max Mara ($337)
Some colors seem like they just won’t mesh well together, and navy with brown might just be one of them… until now! Let us show you how to incorporate these two colors into one stylish ensemble that will have you looking professional and chic for the office while still looking undeniably eye-catching for happy hour cocktails after a long day of fabulousness! By pairing together a standout animal-print bow blouse with a chic pencil skirt, finished off with brown or caramel-hued
Step 2: Show Your Bootie Not literally, but when it comes to winter weather and pant lengths, it’s most stylish to let a little of your boot show (and it saves extra cleaning around the bottom because of salt, slush, etc). Now – – no highwaters please but this is where you can take a little liberty on opting for a pant leg that is a little slimmer than normal. Style note: you should plan to grab a pair of rubbers…for your
‘Do whatcha like’…but note these three rules for mixing prints and patterns (sound advice courtesy of Erin Beatty of print-loving-label Suno): Mix patterns of similar hues: think reds and pinks or yellows and oranges. Or go with one color and white. Play with print sizes: try dainty florals with large-scale polka dots. Don’t be scared; try scarves: if you’re scared, start small with a colorful scarf. When you up your mix master status, try leopard print and a similar color
I’m not a fully domesticated chiquita….in fact, I’m in the phase of life where I’d prefer to have great food (delivered or show up spontaneously) at my house, so the reference to ‘whats’ cookin’ is purely overuse of an American colloquialism. It’s November and we’re all into fall/winter — I was in Napa Valley last week (for my birthday) and although it was sunny and 70s during the day, the nighttime temps were hovering in the mid 40s….a sure sign
Clothing care tip: care for your colors by washing them inside out and in cold water. By adding a cup of vinegar, the acidity apparently sets the dye too….and keep them inside-out in the dryer as well!
This week’s worth of looks are centered around a great pair of flat, tall riding boots. I’m not a ‘flats girl’, but tall riding boots seem to work a lot of different ways and when paired with something fitted, seem to scream undercover glam! Shopping List: Tan, tall riding boots – by Maurice ($150) Gold metallic leather skirt ($140) Tropical wool trousers – by Ann Taylor ($138) Midi-length skirt (similar one) – by Miss Selfridge ($45) Foldover clutch – by Clare
Usually as the fall air blows in, we tend to cover up for the chilly temperatures. This fall trend throws that notion to the wind! The plunging neckline trend is all about showing some skin in the name of fashion and with a tab bit of coverage in other places, this trend becomes wearable for everyday! Fitted dress, $4,998 Chiffon dress, $2,250 Zac Posen plunge dress, $1,790 Lanvin cap sleeve dress, $2,740 Robert Rodriguez Black Label two tone dress, $425 Michael Kors plunge
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