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A Week’s Worth of Looks…to Boot!

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

2011/11/01

November Pantone Birthday Color: Claret Red

2011/11/01

My Love For Leather Continues…

Perfect with any fall outfit, leather outerwear always provides great abng-for-the-buck! A blazer is an easy way to spice up jeans and a tee, or monochromatic black especially during cooler weather This is a little pricey but nothing provides curated style and edginess faster than a leather dress Because of the ponte fabric, this dress works for a less conservative work environment as well as after-work fun. This dress by Alberta Ferretti is a less pricey but

2011/10/21

Sensible Sweater Season with Lands’ End Canvas

I love summer but, admit that fall is one the est times of years especially for dressing. The warm colors of fall like yellow, orange/rust, brown, and deep green make it wonderful to skip about on a Saturday, or hit a few vintage stores or flea markets on Sunday, or just catch up with old friends. Lands End Canvas had this fabulous striped button-back sweater and I’m in love with the bold orange stripes, three-quarter sleeves and, of course, the button-down

2011/10/20

Tweople to Follow

@StylePage is just that – a page all about the ins and outs of style, in picture format! Providing a simple, easy-to-use, digital platform, designers and creative people alike are able to share their work and inspiration, to reach a global audience. Similar to keeping your own scrapbook at home, StylePage is a great place to go to when you’re lacking motivation or inspiration, as the photographs are greatly innovative and influential. What are you waiting for?! Request an invite

2011/10/14

Dresses Are The Best For Fall

When you think Neiman Marcus, you think ‘needless mark up’ and on some occassions, I think the same thing. However, as a stylist and image consultant, I believe my clients should start with the best and then manage downward from there. Neiman Marcus presents great looks across seasons and top designers, so I tool around the store to see what’s haute and then head elsewhere to see where I can find something similar. In this scenario, I have fallen for

2011/10/14

RED Haute

Red, bordeaux, maroon, wine, burgundy….one of the hot colors for fall. Click the pic to see how BCBG has taken this color palette and, unbelievably, kicked it up a notch. If you just need a few key pieces to integrate into your wardrobe, our recommendations include: Ungaro Vintage cashmere mix blazer Elie Tahari Camille ruffle dress Marc Jacobs silk blouse Diane von Furstenberg wide leg pants

2011/10/13

Part of @DailyBuzzStyle’s Top 9 Look at Leather

Blueprint for Style got selected as one of the Top 9 for DailyBuzzStyle‘s Lovely Leather post. Check it all 9: my two favorites are Fashionista‘s post about Pierre Balmain’s new lower priced collection and Manolos and Martini’s look at the leather dress trend.

2011/10/12

A Week’s Worth of Black Turned Bright

Shopping List (based on Barneys New York Multi Loop Wrap Belt, $250) TUESDAY (Similar) Slub-jersey wrap dress, $368 Vionnet colorblock stiletto pump, $539 ASOS Leather Waterfall Clutch, $63 Alexis Bittar Horseshoe Necklace, $75 KENNETH JAY LANE Purple Dome Ring, $90 WEDNESDAY Theory Brylen dress, $275 Rebecca Minkoff MAB flat, $185 Wide Orange Enamel Bangle, $16 THURSDAY By Malene Birger Violu Silk Drape Front Top, $117 T by Alexander Wang High Waisted Pencil Skirt, $79 Sonia by Sonia Rykiel Nylon colour block

2011/10/11

Fall Trend #6: Plunging Necklines

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

2011/10/11

Leather and Lace

Biker chic meets demure lady — is it possible? Of course, it just depends how far to one side or the other you wanna go. I like this look because it takes a ladylike lace top and edgy faux leather jacket by Velvet; and offers a Friday business casual look (with straight leg black pants) or Saturday ladies night out (with a mini or leather leggings)! Velvet’s Leather & Lace

2011/10/07

October STYLE Radar

October means fall is here — and aside from summer, it’s my favorite month (plus it’s my birthday and Halloween…who doesn’t like an excuse to dress up?!)! This month should bring about big changes in your closet and with your wardrobe. Whether man or woman, white-collar or roadworker, or living la vida loca in LA or clocking miles in the friendly skies, you’ve got to think about where you want to be, how you want to get there, and how you want to

2011/10/06

September Savviness In Review

September was a great month for cool posts, savvy style insights and manly must-do’s. Here’s a recap of our favorites for the month (and remember, it’s color-coded with women, men, and both): Mad About Menswear (in conjunction with Daily Style Buzz): the top 9 menswear trends for fall Fall Trend #5, Shimmer: how to rock shimmer everyday, not just on the runway One Dress, Work to Weekend: one $98 dress rocked several ways Happy Birthday Mom: a tribute to a

2011/10/04

Appreciate Your Womanhood

photo courtesy of Tommy Ton Very rarely do we get to see pictures that remind us how beautiful it is to have hips and to highlight them! That she happens to be tall, is simply a factor of her above-the-knee dress and heels….love it! Can you see yourself looking equally as haute in something this simple? %RELATEDPOSTS%

2011/10/04

A Week’s Worth of Red ‘Haute’ness

This week’s outfits are based on a red pencil skirt by J Crew. The red pencil skirt by itself is easy yet zesty, so this makes dressing it up or down very simple. Our suggestion: keep it more professional with neutrals and basics, and spice it up with colorful accessories and statement jewelry! Shopping List: J Crew red pencil skirt, $120 Tibi Isabelle ballet flat, $208 Old Navy white tee, $8.50 Malene Birger white classic shirt, $77.50 Fierse black suede

2011/10/03

October Pantone Birthday Color: Cerulean

2011/10/01

Blueprint for Style is Part of DailyStyleBuzz’ Top 9

We’re Mad about Menswear and so is DailyStyleBuzz. We’re part of their Top 9 style insights on menswear. Check out our penchant for pocket squares, Billy Reid, Tommy Ton, Zara for Men and more. We love our men!!

2011/09/29

Lustful Leather

This season, I am lusting after just about anything with leather and this leather sleeve blazer by DSquared2 is no different. The notch collar, flap pockets and puffy shoulders make this a savvy selection for date night, an after-hours business meeting, or a Saturday late afternoon museum walk. Do you love it….or what? If the $1,995 price point is too much, don’t worry because Robert Rodriguez makes a similar perforated leather sleeve blazer for much less ($594). DSquared2 Leather Sleeve

2011/09/28

Fall Trend #5: Shimmer

Wake up your fall wardrobe with one of the season’s most attention-grabbing trends: shimmer and sheen. If you haven’t already, you will definitely be seeing a lot of glistening sequins, metallics, fringes, and appliques that are set to create a major impact. Forget about the warm weather gradually disappearing as these shiny pieces will instantly give your look a pick-me-up whether during the day or at night. Among the many designers who created gleaming pieces in their collections are Elie

2011/09/27

Tweople to Follow

@DVF is a ROCK STAR woman and an inspiration. DVF tweets about her happenings and upcoming ‘things’ to watch out for including her new perfume and leopard print sandals (a select few pair will go on sale today at 12pm CT (or call 8.00.825.8000) at Neiman Marcus). These are the sandals she rocked at #LuckyFABB….I’m loving her and you will too! And you’ll know it’s her because she signs, “Love Diane“.

2011/09/23

One Dress: Work to Weekend Easy!

Splendid cowl-neck stretch jersey dress, $98 Steve Madden Bevv, $69.95 (Tuesday) Matt & Nat Laroux studded clutch, $99 (Friday) Nine West Lemon, $62 (Wednesday) Betsey Johnson shoe, $90 (Thursday) Arielle de Pinto Decollete Shard necklace, $755 (Wednesday) Penny Loves Kenny Terta pump, $49 (Friday) Safari, So near scarf…similar item, $18 (Thursday) Needless to say, I love this entire week of chic. The dress is simple enough to work with several different color and styles, but with another flair to stand

2011/09/20

6 Things We Want to Share This Week…

New York Fashion Week for the Spring 2012 collections is over as of Thursday, September 15th. Here are the highlights. At least on the East Coast, fall is here….(it came to early)! Ladies, grab a sweater. Fellas since fall came early, you’ll need a sportcoat or vest for sure! We’re loving the two-strap satchel right now. It’s ladylike, chic and functional. Let’s do the bag switch-a-roo!! Don’t forget starting next week Blueprint for Style will be giving away ALL of

2011/09/17

Tweople to Follow

@froufrouu: Nadia Sarwar, blogger/photographer/stylist (froufrouu.com) I stumbled upon this fabulous fashionista’s photo (below) today while browsing Refinery29’s 50 Street-Style Looks from Fashion’s Finest during NYFW. Juxtaposing masculine accessories with a midi-skirt and blouse, Nadia has such a cool swagger and is so comfortable in her own style—a quality I wish for everyone. Be sure to check out her blog and her amazing photography for lots of stylish inspiration! photo from refinery29.com

2011/09/16

Fall Trend #4: Plaid

When thinking of plaid, most people may imagine a private school uniform or a Scottish kilt. We assure you that is not the case for this upcoming fall when you shop for tartan pieces to wear the trend. This time around, runways including Carven, Rag & Bone, Burberry Prorsum, and Sonia Rykiel, went mad for tartan plaid and incorporated the pattern in various shapes, forms, silhouettes, and styles. Everything from dresses and skirts, jackets and capes, to handbags and shoes – the

2011/09/13

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A Week’s Worth of Looks…to Boot!

November Pantone Birthday Color: Claret Red

My Love For Leather Continues…

Sensible Sweater Season with Lands’ End Canvas

Tweople to Follow

Dresses Are The Best For Fall

RED Haute

Part of @DailyBuzzStyle’s Top 9 Look at Leather

A Week’s Worth of Black Turned Bright

Fall Trend #6: Plunging Necklines

Leather and Lace

October STYLE Radar

September Savviness In Review

Appreciate Your Womanhood

A Week’s Worth of Red ‘Haute’ness

October Pantone Birthday Color: Cerulean

Blueprint for Style is Part of DailyStyleBuzz’ Top 9

Lustful Leather

Fall Trend #5: Shimmer

Tweople to Follow

One Dress: Work to Weekend Easy!

6 Things We Want to Share This Week…

Tweople to Follow

Fall Trend #4: Plaid

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