Posts Tagged ‘fashion tips’

March 26, 2010

Shoe makeover for Spring

Shoes make the outfit. There’s a whole lot of truth to that old saying. So I’m thinking instead of overhauling your entire Spring wardrobe, overhaul your shoes for the season. I have plans for at least two new pairs that will take me through Summer.
The first pair will be a new pair of black flats, as my current ones have holes through the leather. The second pair will be flat sandals – all leather, preferably in black too. So, with these new shoes I can transform a my Spring dresses from last year into fresh new outfits. Also, it’s always thrilling to put on brand new shoes with my old jeans.

Photo: jakandjill

September 29, 2009

Shoe wardrobe

We’re completely inspired by this street style photo. For Fall we vow to wear only black high heeled shoes. It’s going to be a challenge being on our feet for most of the day, but what an effect. Heels with blue jeans, black jeans, dresses, skirts and even black tights — if you’re going to buy one pair of shoes for Fall, consider black heels!

Photo: Tommy Ton/style.com

August 21, 2009

Loving this look

We came across the Face Hunter blog while looking for jewelry display photos on flickr this morning. It reminds us of the Sartorialist. Both of which we could read for hours on end. Enjoy and Happy Friday!

Photo: facehunter.blogspot.com

August 20, 2009

Mini skirts and cardigans

Mini skirts and cardigans have been our uniform lately. The combo is easy to wear and it’s so comfy. We think Stephanie over at Anywho has the right idea. Happy Thursday!

Photo: anywho.cover.dk

August 18, 2009

Matching vs. going

Complementary colors are opposites on the color wheel by Goethe

July 22, 2009

Freshen up that black tee

We found a great way to freshen up your basic black tee. For the rest of Summer and beginning of Fall try wearing your boyfriend’s black tee tucked into a cute little mini skirt like Ingrid (above). It’s a casual, yet sophisticated look and we love the bootie sandals she’s wearing. So next time you’re having a rough time putting together an outfit, go for this look!

Photo: anywho.cover.dk

June 20, 2009

Golden yellow for all

Joy Bryant

May 18, 2009

What they’re wearing in Vegas

We stole away to Vegas for a little rest and relaxation. While there, we made it a point to take note of what women were wearing. The most popular outfits consisted of a maxi dress and flat sandals. The maxi dresses ranged from solid black to vibrant green to printed. Some were strapless or halter, others had spaghetti straps. There was something very distinctive about the flat sandals. A lot of them had a gold chain or buckle detail across the top like the ones pictured above. As for the bags, many women carried big slouchy bags. They came in all materials – fabric, plastic and leather. We thought outfits similar to this one were brilliant for the hot dry weather. So next time you’re in an extremely hot climate, dress cool and comfortably in a maxi dress and embellished sandals.

April 24, 2009

Hot to Cold

Spring is a confusing time for the weather. One minute it’s sunny and warm, and the next minute it’s breezy and chilly. We recommend building your spring wardrobe with layers. Start with fine knits in cashmere, cotton or silk. We recommend just a couple of long and short sleeve tees and tanks in those materials. After the knits, you can start looking for the pretty Spring/Summer blouses. We suggest getting at least 2 special blouses in a pretty floral or bold graphic print. The third layer will be your outerwear. We love cotton coats for Spring and your options are endless. Try a cotton blazer, short belted jacket, short or full length trench, or anorak.
As for bottoms, shorts, jeans and skirts are the obvious choices for springtime bottoms. When you shop for tops, make sure they look great with all three options. If you can mix and match your Spring purchases, you’ll have an easy time getting dressed in the morning.
Add punch to your outfits with accessories. Spring accessories are a great way to experiment with color, texture and pattern. Bags, shoes, and jewelry seem like less of a commitment to the unknown. They also help your ease into a color you’ve always wanted to try, but never brave enough to buy in a dress or top. The most well dressed women always have an appropriate, chic outfit for the weather conditions and their age. Hope you enjoy these easy springtime dressing tips!

On Molliee: Steven Alan Cabana Jacket, Wren Inkblot Tee, Wren Navy Shorts. All available at Josef Boutique, San Mateo.

April 21, 2009

Dressing for warm weather

Anna Sui Spotted Horses Dress available at Josef Boutique, San Mateo

With the warm weather in full effect, we wanted to share some summer dressing tips to keep you cool and looking stylish. If you’re in an office, a summery skirt made of linen or cotton in khaki or navy will do the trick. We like full minis and straight pencil cuts for skirts. To complement your skirt, invest in an embroidered or floral tunic blouse and wear it tucked in or out. For more casual occasions try a sleek pair of skinny jeans and a perfectly relaxed fitting t-shirt. Embellish the casual outfit with a stack of bracelets, thread or metal, your favorite pair of sunglasses, and studded or metallic sandals. On those really hot days, your best bet is a knee skimming, thin-strap sundress or a mini sheath style dress. You can wear either dress with ankle wrap platform espadrilles – they’re our latest obsession. The outfits in this post would also make a very good mini wardrobe for a spring or summer excursion to a destination of your choice. (We’re thinking Barcelona!)

Photo: style.com