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One Flat = An Entire Week of Chic

I love this new weekly post that we’ve been doing….it features one item worn several different ways to get you through an entire week. This week, it’s stunning multi-colored flat by Bruno Magli worn several different ways to take you from runway to walkway, and from desk to date! Mango sleeveless dress, 55 J Crew long sleeve top, $50 Short sleeve top, 65 Dorothy Perkins red blazer, 40 Vince stretch twill pants, $84 Milly rhinestone skirt, $365 Missoni tailored pants, 285

2011/09/12

Tweople to Follow

@refinery29: Discovering the newest and best in style, shopping, and emerging trends from the runways to the streets. Tweeting mostly about current trends, fashionable shopping, and links to their latest articles such as their not-to-be-missed fall shoe guide or how to wear an oversized sweater without looking like you’re homesick, Refinery29 is a fabulous resource for youthful style tips! The DC edition will begin in October 2011 (I’m signed up already! Click here to join in the fun). I’m slightly obsessed (it’s

2011/09/09

I Rocked the Runway For Express…for a Minute

Yesterday as part of the Lucky Magazine FABB conference, Express allowed us to walk the runway and get it videotaped. Here is mine…I’ve got real potential!

2011/09/08

#LuckyFABB is Today!

As a Lucky Magazine Alpha Shopper, I’ve been invited to attend their second annual Fashion & Beauty Bloggers Conference (FABB) today. The lineup is packed: the Kardashians, Diane von Furstenberg, Rachel Roy, Rebecca Minkoff, Essie Weingarten (think Essie nail polish), Ben Silbermann (think Pinterest) and the hit parade continues! So why am I going? As a fashion blogger (among many other hats I wear), it’s great chance to network with other influential bloggers about what’s hot and what’s not, what things

2011/09/07

6 Things We Want to Share

What are your plans for FNO? (Fashion Night Out is next Thursday September 8th for anyone that has been living under a rock!) Click here to see what’s going on in your city and across the entire country. And for the curvy fashionista, FNO will feature plus-sized events in LA, New York, Chicago and even in my hometown, Alexandria, VA this year! Check out Coco Hilton’s (a.k.a. Perez Hilton’s) pep talk to all the plus-sized divas. These tights are making a statement. Period. This week’s LUST

2011/09/03

Tweople to Follow

@FNOnyc: On September 8, 2011 thousands of stores around the world will stay open late for the single largest shopping event of the year. http://www.fashionsnightout.com/ With over 70K followers already, you’ll be in good hands when it comes to knowing what’s poppin next Thursday night in the NYC. They tweet about star/celebrity spotting, where to find fun to-do’s that night (including things like @ColorClubNail serving up nail polish from their vintage ice cream truck), and where to get what! If

2011/09/02

September STYLE To-Do’s

September is typically one of the hottest in DC and given the recent weather craziness, I suspect that this year will be no different. That said, September is the biggest month in fashion (I have NO ideal how it got to be that way….) so perhaps you can adopt the same philosophy when it comes to your closet! I’ve spent month-upon-month curating my closet and refining my wardrobe so there isn’t a ton to do BUT if you’ve been wayward, here

2011/09/02

Baja Blue At Its Best

Baja Blue is the Pantone color of the month – adn we love it. This Tibi shift dress is fun, ladylike, a great transition piece from summer to fall (that’s what September is all about), and the vibrant patterns make it wearable even for those trying to camouflage the mid-section. Tibi 3/4 Shift Dress

2011/09/01

September Pantone Birthday Color: Baja Blue

2011/09/01

Can I Wear White After Labor Day? How?!

It’s the proverbial question that pops up this time of year….it could be because no one wants to make any outright fashion faux pas but I kinda think it’s really because everyone still wants to rock their white and not be talked about in the process! The answer is simple – yes, you can wear white after labor BUT there are a few guidelines (read RULES) that one should note and we share them below. White can now be worn

2011/08/31

Not A Lace Lover But I Lust For This

This Stella McCartney lace full-skirt dress is feminine and ladylike, on trend (lace is very “in”), sexy with the back hem slightly longer then the front, and cap sleeves and a standup collar that add the last bit of polish. Lovely in lace! Do you love it or what? Stella McCartney Lace Full-Skirt Dress

2011/08/31

6 Things We Want to Share This Week

Like your trusty LBD, a piece that’s a must-have to include in your fall wardrobe is a black skirt. Try the Geo skirt by Rogan – with leather side panels, welt pockets, and a mid-rise waistline, it will perfectly accentuate your figure and look super chic. Rumors about Marc Jacobs taking over Dior are gaining more and more attention – would you ladies be excited to see his creations or are you still a fan of John Galliano and feel nobody

2011/08/27

Tweople to Follow

@StyleMint: T-Shirts are one of the greatest basic additions to any wardrobe, despite what style you possess. Follow StyleMint to discover unique tips on wearing your trusty tee, as well as finding out a variety of new styles to add to your closet. StyleMint is the incredible creation of fashion designers and style icons Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen. Offering members a unique online shopping experience – complete with a personal stylist – each member receives VIP access to specially designed

2011/08/26

TheRootDC

The Washington Post unveiled TheRootDC. Editor, Robert E. Pierre says “It’s a new space that’s all about acknowledgement and conversation, a place to laugh and cry and argue. Oh, and did I mention, to see yourself. This site is meant, in part, to address one of the most persistent criticisms of journalism that I have heard over the past two decades: it doesn’t focus on what matters to you.” I am most excited because Blueprint for Style will be a

2011/08/26

What’s All The Hoop-La About?

The latest major fashion snafu was committed by this month’s edition of Italian Vogue and their slave earring article. The article was supposed to be a trend story on hoop earrings but the headline reads “Slave Earrings” with an image of a model wearing the circular jewelry and text that reads: “If the name brings to the mind the decorative traditions of the women of colour who were brought to the southern United States during the slave trade, the latest interpretation is

2011/08/26

Daily Buzz’ Top 9 Fall Essentials

2011/08/25

Nothin’ Basic About This Babe!

Blueprint for Style‘s second intern (yes, we have two) is just-as-fab in her own way. Lauren, who tweets as @DtermindBfSntrn, is always happening upon new and fun tweople to follow. A little more traditional and classic in her overall styling, she seems to bring a youthful and colorful edge to her selections. She has a softness and femininity that working moms and young ladies alike can appreciate – her picture above says it all! Here’s a little insight on the warm yet

2011/08/25

Fall Trend #3: Leather

Preen chiffon dress, $1,125 Bottega Veneta leather dress, $1,800 J Crew leather top, $495 Vince quilted leather jacket, $935 Reed Krakoff wrap around skirt, $1,790 Vince leather skirt, $545 Notify leather pants, $925 Sandro leather pants, $710 Tibi leather shorts, $550 Leather will be seen everywhere this upcoming fall, from shift dresses and a-line skirts to leather-trim coats and tees. It’s no secret that the classic leather jacket has become a popular essential addition to most wardrobes over the last

2011/08/24

Italy is Back…in the U.S.

Perhaps a signal that Americans are feeling more confident in the economy, but Italian footwear brands are looking back to the US as a market to expand into. Italian footwear exports were up by 13.3% Italian footwear increased in value by 24.75% in the US last year alone The Italian Footwear Manufacturers’ Association (ANCI) held its recent showcase in New York last week, promoting 15 stand-out Italian brands “The US is now the third largest market after France and Germany” states Fabio Aromatici,

2011/08/24

What To Know About Color

Color is fun, but for some can be a sore subject and one of angst. Don’t let it! Here are a few key points to remember so you can make color work for you: Spice up any neutral outfit with a zesty pair of heels If there’s a color you think you love, but doesn’t love you back, rock it using an accessory or below the waist to avoid immediate attention Use your nail polish and accessories to sport colors!

2011/08/23

6 Things We Want to Share

It’s almost September again and the fashion magazines’ September issues are out this week! Check out the Battle of the September Issues for what’s hot and noteworthy for fall. THE LUST ITEM for fall footwear is definitely a pair of Miu Miu sparkly booties. They’re just so pretty! A happy belated birthday to the late/great Coco Chanel! (born August 19, 1883 in Saumur, France) Today and always we celebrate her influence on the fashion world including the infamous scent of Chanel

2011/08/20

Tweople to Follow

@StyledOn: From fashion shows, news and the latest trends, restaurant and bar reviews, travel guides, art shows and galas, home decor and much more – StyledOn has got you covered to stay perfectly in style no matter who you are and where you go! In just less than a year, StyledOn has been named “Best of the Web” by InStyle Magazine and, according to T, The New York Times Style Magazine, it is “quickly becoming the Facebook for the fashion set.”

2011/08/19

Neutral Fall Must-Have for Men

It’s a simple tan cotton shirt (this one by Gucci). It will work great under a dark/navy suit with a lighter-colored shirt, or over a crewneck tee to add just a bit of stylish finish to your Saturday garb. This one is an easy choice that will get lots of mileage….

2011/08/18

Yves Saint Laurent: Fall 2011 Collection

Yves Saint Laurent I love the modern, updated classic look and feel of Yves Saint Laurent‘s fall ready-to-wear collection. It’s very feminine with a hint of 70’s glam; and has a few vibrant colors with a strong hint toward basic black. i’m sure anyone could have spotted my favorite piece a mile away – – – the leopard print satin dress with three-quarter sleeves and made of silk.

2011/08/18

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One Flat = An Entire Week of Chic

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#LuckyFABB is Today!

6 Things We Want to Share

Tweople to Follow

September STYLE To-Do’s

Baja Blue At Its Best

September Pantone Birthday Color: Baja Blue

Can I Wear White After Labor Day? How?!

Not A Lace Lover But I Lust For This

6 Things We Want to Share This Week

Tweople to Follow

TheRootDC

What’s All The Hoop-La About?

Daily Buzz’ Top 9 Fall Essentials

Nothin’ Basic About This Babe!

Fall Trend #3: Leather

Italy is Back…in the U.S.

What To Know About Color

6 Things We Want to Share

Tweople to Follow

Neutral Fall Must-Have for Men

Yves Saint Laurent: Fall 2011 Collection

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