Not the Red Holiday Sweater!

This holiday season put away your red sweater! There are a variety of options to pick from. 

CONSERVATIVE

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  If you go for classic cuts, solid color button ups, and timeless pieces you will enjoy this sweater!  It cinches at the waist and is flattering for the figure. 

  CASUAL 

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If you like to wear jeans, leggings, flats, or flat boots this sweater will be the perfect way to dress up! 

 ELEGANT 

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 The draping is elegant and stunning for a holiday party.  The darker red is wonderful for evening and a fabulous fall color.  Pearls or gold jewelry will compliment this nicely. 

 ORGANIC 

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I love this green color! This would look great with an A line skirt and unique jewelry. 

 TRENDY 

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 Add leggings and over the knee boots for an edgy yet trendy look.  The sequins make this very festive.

"The difference between style and fashion is quality." -Giorgio Armani

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JEWELRY

Color me beautiful recycled necklace $52 @ EcoBlingCouture

The chunkier the better! Buy a necklace with two or three layers. Try longer earrings to elongate the face and don’t forget, color in the jewelry will draw attention to facial features.  If you aren’t into big jewely, get a necklace with a pendant that represents you!

FLOWY SWEATER

Amber Sun Long Ruffle Cardigan $52.90 @ Nordstrom

Try One size smaller than your normal size and make sure whatever you wear underneath or on bottom is fitted, not baggy.  Avoid too much fabric on the hips and prints on the lower part of the sweater.

SWEATER DRESS

Ponte Knit Cowl Neck for $49.99 @ Lane Bryant

¾ sleeve/short sleeve with empire waist or shaped to fit curves, make sure it hits right above or below the knee , if it is too short it will accentuate the knees. 

BOOTS

Madda Girl Ditta Boot for $59.95 @ DSW

Sleek and fitted, no ruching, no cowboy boots. Boots should go all the way over the calf and try to avoid too many details. This boot has great lines to elongate the leg and there is room for the calves!

JACKETS

Take the Wheel Jacket for $98.00 @ Anthopologie

Hip length with rolled up sleeves.  If you are top heavy avoid big lapels or too much ruffles going on at the top.  I love this jacket because it has a fit that allows room at the bust and has a nice line to it to allow room for the hips.

"We are shaped and fashioned by what we love!" Johann Wolfgang von Goethe quotes

-Tannya Bernadette

Secrets to update your winter coat

Let it snow! As the days are getting colder, more of you have been interested in what style of coats to shop for!  The holidays are just around the corner and I know your budgets are becoming tighter which is why I have come up with a fabulous idea. You should revamp the coats you already own.  Not as crazy as you may think, especially since the styles off the runway only require a few additions to a basic tweed or solid colored coat.  Take a look for yourself, pick and choose what you like and you will end up with a couture piece that is one of a kind.  Which are your favorites?

ADD BUTTONS

SILK BELT AND/OR FUR CUFFS

SUEDE OR VELVET CUFFS

FUR COLLAR

LEATHER PIECES ON POCKETS AND ZIPPER OUTLINE

LEATHER BELT AND CUFFS

 

SPARKLY EMBELLESHMENTS ON POCKETS AND COLLAR

 

The first purpose of clothes... was not warmth or decency, but ornament....   ~Thomas Carlyle

6 ways to wear knee high boots

Pair a suit with boots to add edge to the business suit

Burberry Fall 2010

Military effect with a double breasted coat

Burberry Fall 2010

Dress them down with a warm coat and flirty dress

Burberry Fall 2010

Pair it with a cocktail dress

Alexander McQueen Fall 2010

Neutral Head to toe

Burberry Fall 2010

Boyfriend Blazer and leggings

Burberry Fall 2010

 "I was thinking of uniforms and cadet girls—but it all started when I looked at an aviator jacket in the archive. Then, as I started designing into it, I realized it could be as versatile as the trench—strong and sexy, masculine and feminine." -Christopher Bailey

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Boot Personality

The Bootie: Makes soft colored dresses edgy and rolled up pants that much cooler

Coclico $428

Midcalf boot: This is bohemian chic and can dress down an outfit in a good way. Looks great with skinny jeans and a long sweater.

$26.99 @ Amazon

Under the knee: This style is always a classic and you will never go wrong.

Cynthia Vincent Boots @ Piperlime.com

Over the knee: Sexy all the time and should be worn with leggings, skinny jeans, or a mini skirt.

Check them out @ The Finerie on 1st Ave in Seattle

 

Wedge: This is a trendy but comfortable shoe. Good for walking and looking stylish at the same time.

$89.95 @ Nordstrom

Clean cut: This is a mix of classic and versatile. If you are on a budget and like to play it safe, the clean cut is the best to go from day to night.

$299 @ Sole Food in the University Village

Flat Boot: For the women that runs around all over the place.

 

$129 Steve by Steve Madden

Lace up: This is courageous, they are just coming off the runway and into stores. If you are a risk taker, try a lace up boot. I know a little extreme….but I had to share.

These are by Ralph Lauren

“Cinderella is proof that a pair of shoes can change your life.”–unknown author

Anyone can wear leggings

Leggings. Do you love them, have trouble with them, or want to try them out? Here is a quick guide to adopt this new staple to your personality.

Comfortable

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Sexy

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Ladies with curves

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It's all in the small details

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This is business!
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Casual, Feel good outfit

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An alternative to your typical work pant

Businesses now allow for a more casual environment which means you can steer clear from the typical work pant and can venture into a more comfortable and creative look.  If you feel you are living in a past fashion memory, take a tip from below, add a new feel to the professional image you want to portray to your clients and co workers. 

1. Cropped Fitted Pant Suit

Dianne Von Furstenberg

If: You find that you really like the matching pant and jacket, try adding a suit with a cropped pant and fitted jacket to update the look. 

Add: Flat pointed toe shoes and an accessory to make this represent you!

2. Long pants with button details on the side

Ralph Lauren

If:  you enjoy layering and want a look that is comfortable yet professional ,wear a pant with button details down the side.  You can take this from work to clothing to wear casually.  It is not only easy to move around in but it looks great

Add: Neutrals, a brown turtle neck (which is all over the runways), gray jacket ( I told you that brown and gray can go together), and an accessory to really own the outfit (clutch, bangles, handbag, belt, earrings, etc).  Keep a level of professionalism with your casual look.

3. Short rolled up pants

If: You are in a creative business field, why not wear pieces that are not only stylish they look put together.

Add: Booties, a fitted top and a big texture inspired and/or printed sweater.  Show off some of that creative self through your clothing.

4. Leggings

If: You want to show off your legs, feel sexy, yet keep it clean, or travel and want to be jet set.

Add: Brown suede boots, a jacket that goes past the hip, and a turtleneck. Feel confident and look good.

What change will you make this fall?  Personally, I love the short rolled up pants, as a stylist, I run around all day helping women go through closets, shop for multiple outfits in 3 hours minimum and do paperwork from home.  Need I say more :-)

"Highlight your individuality."  - Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pier Paolo Piccioli

An alternative to your typical work pant

Businesses now allow for a more casual environment which means you can steer clear from the typical work pant and can venture into a more comfortable and creative look.  If you feel you are living in a past fashion memory, take a tip from below, add a new feel to the professional image you want to portray to your clients and co workers. 

1. Cropped Fitted Pant Suit

Dianne Von Furstenberg

If: You find that you really like the matching pant and jacket, try adding a suit with a cropped pant and fitted jacket to update the look. 

Add: Flat pointed toe shoes and an accessory to make this represent you!

2. Long pants with button details on the side

Ralph Lauren

If:  you enjoy layering and want a look that is comfortable yet professional ,wear a pant with button details down the side.  You can take this from work to clothing to wear casually.  It is not only easy to move around in but it looks great

Add: Neutrals, a brown turtle neck (which is all over the runways), gray jacket ( I told you that brown and gray can go together), and an accessory to really own the outfit (clutch, bangles, handbag, belt, earrings, etc).  Keep a level of professionalism with your casual look.

3. Short rolled up pants

If: You are in a creative business field, why not wear pieces that are not only stylish they look put together.

Add: Booties, a fitted top and a big texture inspired and/or printed sweater.  Show off some of that creative self through your clothing.

4. Leggings

If: You want to show off your legs, feel sexy, yet keep it clean, or travel and want to be jet set.

Add: Brown suede boots, a jacket that goes past the hip, and a turtleneck. Feel confident and look good.

What change will you make this fall?  Personally, I love the short rolled up pants, as a stylist, I run around all day helping women go through closets, shop for multiple outfits in 3 hours minimum and do paperwork from home.  Need I say more :-)

"Highlight your individuality."  - Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pier Paolo Piccioli

Tailoring the feminine look

Occasionally, you desire a more glamorous look. At the same time, maybe your lifestyle doesn’t allow for glamour. Being super dressed up may not be convenient if you are a traveler, a mother, or always on the go. There is a solution. If you feel you are either too dressed up or too casual you can be in between!

How to pull it off:

If you have a blazer (tailored)........add a silk top(feminine)

If you have a pencil skirt (feminine)...........add a long knit sweater (feminine) and suede boots (tailored)

If you wear a dress (feminine).........add booties (tailored)

If you have a minimal military style dress (tailored)......add jewelry (feminine)

If you have a turtleneck and a cardigan (feminie)..........add denim (tailored)

Why you should try it:
-Makes you feel feminine yet in charge
-Easy to mix glamor and casual pieces for daytime
-Dress up without feeling over the top

XOXO

Tannya Bernadette

"Replace fear of the unknown with curiosity."