What type of sacrifices do you make for fashion? I thought about the ones that I have made and here is a list I have come up with:
- Blown an entire paycheck? Yes
- Skipped Lunch for a new outfit? Yes! (Too many Times!)
- High Heels above 3”? No, 3” is my limit
- Too-Tight Jeans? No, I have to be able to comfortably sit down!
- Blister Causing Shoes? Unfortunately Yes!
- Heavy Dangling Earrings? Yes!
What sacrifices do you make for Fashion?
any of summer’s trends are finding their way into fall in heavier fabrics and darker colors. Florals are still in full bloom with deeper colors and unorthodox shapes. Country chic stays cool with plaid shirts and lots of tweed and corduroy. Vintage takes over accessories with berets, fedoras, and headbands.
Here are some other trends to keep an eye out for:
Dresses; bright and playful dresses are on the menu for fall. Keep your LBD but mix it up with a colorful bag. Asymmetric shapes, interesting patterns and lots of details will be the trend for fall. When looking for colors, be sure to stay away from pastel for fall, this season is all about deep jewel tones.
Tops are feminine and flirty with lots of ruffles, bows, volume, and pleats. Chiffon and paisley prints will look great with those black pants at home. Look for pale shades and wear them tucked in, belted or layered.
Skirts; like the dress, will be bright and playful. Don’t be afraid of the full and circle skirts of this season. If you are going full on the bottom be sure to go fitted on top. Accessorize with belts and layered necklaces. This trend looks great with a cardigan or peep-toed heels.
Menswear will be in full swing this fall. Look for this trend in pants specifically. The cut of the season is high-waisted wider with legs. Look for pinstripes and plaids or fun details like extra zippers or buttons. Wear with eye catching heels and a tucked in blouse for a polished and sophisticated look.
Jackets are arriving cropped and casual. Motorcycle jackets are getting a face lift with added details like ruffles and puffed sleeves. Wear with a printed top, and keep them at the waist or just below.
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Lil Mama
Made famous for her hit “lip gloss,” perhaps Lil Mama should not try to dress up like a lip gloss tube. The see through blouse and white bra, are ALWAYS a no-no, and the cutesy bow, with clashing red pumps just turn this attempt into a fashion disaster!
Considering she tends to play off the “tough girl” vibe in the way that she dresses, this is a very girly outfit, I can imaging this on my china doll that I had when I was a kid. While her hair and makeup look fabulous, If I were her stylist I would have Begged demanded she not leave the house in that top. She might be confused with a life size doll-version of herself.
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Mix and match your jewelry as much as you mix and match your clothes. Rose gold, white gold, yellow gold can all be worn together and mix and matched to go with your outfit. Try a gold metallic top with a silver belt, or a silver bag with gold accessories, and the outfit opportunities are endless. Click here for some great jewelry finds:
2. Plus Size Women Shouldn’t Wear Stripes.
- Any women of any size should wear whatever you like, as long as you are comfortable. There are plenty of stripes that look great on all women, just be sure that they are not pulling and stretching, and wear your stripes proud!
3. No Brown with Black or Black with Navy.
- These color combinations can look very sophisticated or stylish as long as it’s well balanced. A brown belt with a black outfit for example can look stunning, or navy pants with a black top. Mix and match these color combinations for tons of new looks that were not “allowed” before. For some really cute shoes (not just for sneakers anymore) to match (or not) your brown or black belt; click here:
4. No white after Labor Day.
- Be sure it’s weather appropriate (no open toed shoes in winter) and white is great for any season.
5. Never wear denim with denim.
- While I’m not recommending pulling a Justin & Britney with matchy-matchy denim, you can wear denim together if you look for different washes and colors. We are no longer stuck with just blue denim. A light washed denim blazer with white or colorful jeans make a great denim combo.
6. Avoid clashing colors
- An unexpected color combination can make a great statement. Hot pink and red, or sea foam green and red can be a stunning combination.
7. Long dresses aren’t for short women.
- Just make sure that the pattern is proportionate to your size, for smaller women choose a smaller print. Also, look for a more fitted style so as not to overwhelm your frame.
8. Showing skin isn’t sophisticated.
- On the contrary, if it’s unexpected or unique. For example, look for cut-out sides, or a sheer lacy back. Most importantly make sure your confidence shows!
9. Save the sequins for after dark.
- Sequins can be worn anytime, as long as it isn’t sequin overload. Keep it to one piece at a time, and mix with solid basics to down play the typically night time look.
10. No Minis on Women over 35
- Ladies if you’ve got it, flaunt it! However, flaunt tastefully. We don’t want to see cut off jean skirts with Uggs on a 40 year old women, instead look an overall flattering look, and if you are going to show more leg, cover up a little more on top, let’s leave some mystery there.
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Leighton Meester in White
Leighton wears that white Nina Ricci mini like it was made for her. The fitted bodice, sweetheart-strapless neckline and accent on the skirt show off just enough dress and just enough Meester. She accents that gorgeous mini-dress with Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry and a Christian Louboutin clutch and heels.
She is seriously living up to her “the next SJP” nickname. What I love most about this is, even though she has worn her hair back, she still looks young and age appropriate. Usually when we see young starlets strutting the red carpet they tend to dress much older, with an almost out-of-date hairstyle. Ms. Meester, however, shows us that you can be very glamorous and still look your age!
What do you think of this look?
Penelope in Black Chanel
Who says black has to be boring? Penelope is wearing a GORGEOUS black Chanel Haute Couture and Chopard Diamonds for the NYC Elegy screening. The collar and button detailing are a great way to play up simple black, and the seductive slit adds sexiness without showing too much. Her loose semi-wavy hair helps keep the look fresh and not too stuffy, while her clean makeup shows off her beautiful face. She may look covered up now, but there are some pretty long and sexy nude scenes in the movie! Can’t wait to see that!
What do you think about Penelope’s outfit? Are you going to go see Elegy?
We’ve all seen it happen, the happy couple – been together for years (or in some case just a few months) and all of the sudden it’s all sweatpants and dirty T’s. What is it about getting comfortable with someone that makes us totally lose our sense of style, not to mention our sense of self, sense of individuality, sense of normalcy…
I am what most would call a serial monogamist, and have currently been in a 2 1/2 year great relationship, but I find on weekends I tend to immediately go to my workout pants and T-shirt. After dressing up for work all week (I do work in a fashion environment here) sometimes I just don’t have the energy to spend an hour getting ready on Saturday and Sunday. However, how does that make my honey feel? Knowing that I spend all this time getting dressed for work, but don’t feel like I should take the same amount of care and effort at home?
So, here’s what I decided to do. Instead of immediately stripping off my work clothes when I get home for the preferable “lounge-wear” I have decided to leave it on, so that I’m not all “bum” at home. I’ve been trying to spend at least 1 of the 2 weekend days getting myself presentable, even if it’s just for a stroll around central park… and can I say it made quite a difference! Spiced up the love life, and the intimacy, and believe it or not has helped improve our relationship. It seems when you show you care (even just in trying to look nice for each other) it speaks volumes about how you feel….
Do you ever fall into the comfortable “bum” faze of a relationship? What do you do to change it?
It has been called by many names, the Blondie, the One Shoulder, the Off The Shoulder, the 80’s Shoulder, etc. but this little baby is coming back again! Blake and Rachel really rock this sexy fashion, that shows just enough skin without giving too much away. Universally flattering, almost any girl can wear this and look amazing!
Both Rachel in her Brian Reyes and Blake in her Tadashi Soji Dress are showing the most flattering way to wear this trend: in a bright color, and belted! It shows off a beautiful silhouette, and gives skin the perfect glow. Wear hair loose and playful to compliment this style, and most importantly take a style cue from them and wear it with tons of confidence!
What do you think of the One-Shoulder style? Is this a trend you are going to wear?
The 15 Dollar Store
While doing my daily research for work I stumbled upon the most fabulous website: The Fifteen Dollar Store
I am really excited about this site. They have great brands: Romeo & Juliet Couture, Hot Kiss, Chinese Laundry, XOXO, and Kenneth Cole (among others) Think of this as your online Filene’s Basement! I’ve actually ordered clothes from here too, and the quality is excellent! Of course, I showed all the girls here at the office, when you are on a budget and you are a shop-a-holic you have got to find a compromise, right?
Check it out and tell me what you think!
This is how a man's butt should look in his jeans
Spotted in NYC, down by Union Square, this handsome gentleman is showing all those men out their how they should be wearing their jeans. Still a little baggy, but tight enough to show off the goods. This is so much more attractive than the half falling off, no butt, so baggy we wonder where YOU are boy jeans that are ever popular these days. Take a look at this picture and tell me what you think
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