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June 2011
Chictopia Fashion Darlings: How to Wear It - Americana
Yep, I'm one of those people that totally sports red, white and blue on patriotic holidays. Do you? Even if you don't, it's a great summer color combo and one I love to sport. With this weekend being July 4th and all, I thought it totally appropriate to featue some gorgeous real life women donning Americana-esque fashion. Check out the looks below and let them inspire your weekend wardrobe. Hope you have stellar plans for the fourth and be safe!
Outfit Inspiration: Under $100 - Gwyneth Paltrow's Belted Shirt Dress
The second I laid eyes on Paltrow's perfect summer ensemble, I knew I had to share it with you. Shirt dresses are one of my fave go-to summer items and I love how Paltrow kept it laid back, simple and statement making for an easy to emulate summer look. Not to mention, you know my obsession with blue pieces (I wear blue all the time) and camel colored leather (more on that HERE) is also a fave!
Per my usual, I've hand picked an entire ensemble under $100 that I adore and you can one-stop shop the pieces too. Also, I've also featured a gorgeous array of affordable shirt dresses way below. Enjoy!
Get the look under $100:
(Or view the pieces online HERE)
Blue shirt dresses under $100:
(Or veiw the dresses online HERE)
Image from HERE
What to Buy Now: Under $50 - Sassy Floral Pieces for Summer
Personal Style: Morgan Cullen from RunwayDaily - Stripes and Bold Colors Under $50
Tank: Forever 21
Belt: From Italy (always the best leather ever!)
Summer cardigan: Splendid from Nordstrom
Jersey skirt: BCBG
Metallic sandals: Antonio Melani from Dillard's (love these!)
Necklace: Silver mini double heart from RWD Hubby
Earrings: Swarovski studs from RWD Hubby
Puppy: Not for sale...or wait, possible negotiable if in the six digits, ha!
Ok, seriously...I'm looking super tired in this pic but baby bakin' is hard business people! Hubby took these pics (yay HUBBY) and Zola wanted to be in one too. I love pairing bright solids with stripes. It's so on-trend for summer and a really great way to add a fierce pop of color into your day. I'm always drawn to blues and greens but try to always look at reds and yellows too. I think yellow paired with black/white stripes is one of my favorite color combos. Check out the great striped pieces and bold solids I've found for under $50!
And...for those of you that love a growing baby bump pic, look way below for a bit of bump-age! Enjoy! Also, want to check out more of my Personal Style? Click HERE for more pics!
(Or view the pieces online HERE)
I mean, I just have to say that it looks WAY BIGGER in real life. This was about 10 days ago and I swear I've grown so much since then! I'll be sure to try and capture another bump view/ensemble in the next week! Thanks for your support as we tackle this next huge adventure...parenthood!
Outfit Inspiration: Under $100 - Kristen Stewart's Laid Back Style
I truthfully never thought there'd come the day when I'd pimp out Kristen Stewart's style on RWD. But it has come, sweet readers! Don't get me wrong, I don't hate it and I love her individuality, but I certainly don't adore all her choices either. Recently, she looked effortlessly cool in a black Alternative Apparel tee, cuffed ultra-skinny jeans and Brian Atwood peep toes at the L.A. premiere of A Better Life.
I'm certain all of you have these items in your closet and it might just give you an idea for a new wardrobe combo for your upcoming weekend outings! Sometimes you just need a visual to remember that cuffed jeans combined with a v-neck tank and your favorite peep toe pumps is a go-to look in itself. We've hand picked some items below that we think will provide a similar look at a great price point! All the pieces are under $50, so combined correctly they'll result in an under $100 ensemble! Enjoy!
(Or view the pieces online HERE)
(Or view the pieces online HERE)
(Or view the pieces online HERE)
A-List Accessory: What to Buy Now - Hot Summer Cocktail Rings Under $50
Summertime is the perfect opportunity to sip a great cocktail while showing off a stylish new ring. I love a great cocktail ring and fancy a nice mocktail too. Splurge on a summer ring (under $50) that'll last you all season long and make your fingers feel pretty too. Paired with a understated manicure and your ring will likely garner all sorts of compliments and lustful stares! We've hand picked these faves below for your one-stop shopping pleasure.
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What to Buy Now: Under $50 - 10 Great Summer Skirts
One of my favorite things to don all summer long is a great skirt. You can just throw on a t-shirt/tank and your fave flip flops and pair it with great accessories and a bangin' skirt and BAM, you have yourself an on-trend look that's affordable and so easy to put together. A great skirt can really pull numerous pieces together and up the fashion ante too. We've hand picked these 10 skirts that are all under $50 for your shopping pleasure. Splurge on a new summer skirt today and don it on numerous occasions during these warmer months!
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What to Buy Now: Under $50 - 10 Great Summer Pieces
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Sweet Site: Deal Alert Under $50 - 50% Off One Item from Francesca's
A good friend of mine just told me about Francesca's. I've never even heard of this site, have you? Well, now I'm hooked! AND...I have to share the amazing deal they're touting right now too (only until 6/30) via their Facebook page HERE. When you like them on Facebook, you immediately get a code for 50% off one item, can you say 'cha-ching!' Check out some of the adorable pieces below (all under $50) from this uber affordable site. Prices listed are without your 50% deal...get to shopping and code grabbin', stat!
Personal Style: Morgan Cullen from RunwayDaily - Cream and Camel Leather for a Hot Summer Color Combo
Dress: I can't even remember but I know I purchased it in St Thomas. It totally looks island(y), doesn't it?
Sandals: Antonio Melani from Dillard's
Long Locket Necklace: My Maternal Grandmother's.
Cardigan: A $7 score from TJ Maxx in San Francisco...love that piece, so versatile!
Bangles: Assortment from all over...thrifted, H&M and my Grandmother's jewelry box.
I love the combo of cream colors and camel leather. Although this sun dress has some gold and brown tones in it too, I'm sure you have a fun white/cream summer dress you're just dying to wear. I really suggest pairing the look with camel colored leather accessories. They not only show of your spring/summer tan but are also the perfect on-trend addition. Don't have any camel or cream faves? Well, well...shop our amazing hand picked selections below.
Cream Dresses Under $100:
(Or view the pieces online HERE)
Camel Colored Accessories Under $100:
(Or view them online HERE)
PS - For those of you that love a little bump watching, I figured I'd add some side views to the My Style posts for your viewing pleasure. We'll watch the bump grow together because the good Lord knows...December 10th will be here before we know it!
Currently Craving: Color Combo Under $100 - 'Lilac and Gold' Ã la Eva Mendes
Lavishing her gathered lilac Roland Mouret gown with a chunky gold link necklace, quilted clutch, metallic Tabitha Simmons heels and smooth tresses, the retro beauty that's Eva Mendes looks absolutely ravishing. We think gold and lilac is such a stunning and eye catching spring/summer color combo so we've hand picked some options below to get your shopping urges fulfilled. Scoop up a lilac piece and then opt to pair it with your chunkiest gold pieces.
Shop Lilac Pieces Under $100:
(Or view them online HERE)
Shop Gold Accents Under $50:
(Or view them online HERE)
What to Buy Now: Under $50 - 14 Stylish Bracelets for Summer
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Muse of the Moment: Under $100 - Mila Kunis
Mila Kunis has recently been knockin' it outta the park. Girl's got style for miles! Love how she pairs her t shirts with sassy skirts and pink pumps and then still looks adorable in an over-sized tank and jeans. Her ensembles for red carpet events are always on-trend, note worthy and the perfect silhouette for her petite frame. We love her love of black (cause the good Lord knows she looks striking in it) but also adore her in bright white too.
Lately, she can do no wrong in the fashion department and we wanted to celebrate her triumphs by deeming her our recent Muse of the Moment. Check out some Kunis-esque pieces below for under $100...cha-ching!
(Or view the pieces online HERE)
Images from HERE
Style Advice: Summer Dressing Cues from Yves Saint Laurent's Resort Collection
Advice: "You know that white button up in your closet that you only pull out to go to work? Well, let that puppy come out and play for your next weekend bbq or pool party. Tie a sweet little knot in the front, slip on your favorite cutoffs and let your tan tummy only slightly peek out. Love this look!"
Advice: "Off the shoulder blouses are so elegant and pretty so I always ask myself why I don't have more of them. Invest in the perfect off-the-shoulder blouse to don all summer long!"
Advice: "Blazers aren't just for the office. Don your best blazer with a super short shirt and a white tank for a fresh take on a ladies brunch ensemble!"
Advice: "Dont think just because it's spring/summer that all your LBD have to be pushed to the back of the closet. No way jose, rock those puppies! We love how YSL paired this look with a nautically inspired rope necklace and sky high platforms. So chic for any date night!"
Advice: "Black bandeau, oh how I love thee. Seriously, I have to remind myself to actually don another swim suit top on occasion because I just love my little black bandeau so much. Transition your swimsuit from pool to casual wear by sporting it underneath EVERYTHING this spring/summer!"
Currently Craving: Shopbop's Swimsuit Cover Up Essentials
Ready to hit the beach with your friends? Me too, me too! What better way to show off a golden tan and that great new suit with the perfect cover up options. Today's post features some celebrity inspired options and at first glance you might scoff at the price, but then remember how many times you don your suit all summer long? Yeah, that cover up is gonna garner some mileage and be one of your favorite piece this summer. Don't wait until you un-dress to feel sexy in your suit...rock the sex appeal all day long with these great options!
PS - I totally think you can sport some of these items as wearable options too...we love double-duty fashion!
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