Totally Denim

Denim cut-offs are so totally back. And this time, you can relive any decade and still look amazing. The variety of lengths and styles offered today are sure to find you a love connection. Style on.

STYLINGSTAGE suggests:

Style: Classic
Denim Cutoff in Wave Wash, Madewell:
https://www.madewell.com/madewell_category/DENIM/shorts/PRDOVR~13400/13400.jsp

Style: Hipster
High Waist Denim Shorts, Zara:
http://www.zara.com/us/en/woman/shorts/high-waist-denim-shorts-c437629p1171524.html

Style: Sophisticated
White Denim Short, J.Crew:
http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/shorts/denim/PRDOVR~01360/01360.jsp

Style: Cool Girl
Lucky Brand Boyfriend Shorts, Nordstrom:
http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/lucky-brand-boyfriend-shorts/3488632?origin=category-personalizedsort&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=&resultback=6476&cm_sp=personalizedsort-_-browseresults-_-1_18_C

Style: Hippie Chic

River Island Patch Denim Mini, ASOS.com:

http://us.asos.com/River-Island-Patch-denim-Skirt/10uayk/?iid=3069327&SearchQuery=denim%20mini%20skirt&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=36&sort=-1&clr=Midauthentic&mporgp=L1JpdmVyLUlzbGFuZC9SaXZlci1Jc2xhbmQtUGF0Y2gtZGVuaW0tU2tpcnQvUHJvZC8.

Style: Preppy

Essential Chambray Shorts, Forever 21:

http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=whatsnew_app_shorts&ProductID=2021839439&VariantID=

Momma Picks

Her big day is just around the corner—Sunday, 5/12 to be exact.  Be sure to make her feel like a queen! There’s no one else who loves you more, so no skimping please. Below are gift ideas to help celebrate. Style on.

STYLINGSTAGE suggests:


Raffia Newsboy Cap, Rachel Zoe:

Cable Classics Bracelet Moon Quartz, David Yurman:

Mini "M.A.C." in Sunny, Rebecca Minkoff, Nordstrom:

Original Wayfarers in London White, Ray Ban:

NARS Beach Lover Set, Sephora:

Classic Reva Ballet Flats in Black, Tory Burch:

Katie Double Wrap Bracelet, Marc by Marc Jacobs:

Dogeared You Rule Necklace 18", Bloomingdales:

SHORTs Stop

What’s the home opener everyone is pumped about? Shorts. Yep, they’re back. And no fancy contract needed. There are many players on the scene, so if you have the talent to play this trend, batter’s up!

Look for denim cut-offs, tailored/structured, loosey goosey, walking, and (aghast!) culottes in the starting line-up.  As always, use discretion. Check from all angles before hitting the turf.  Opt for wedge sandals to elongate legs or western booties or oxfords for the cool-girl affect. Pair with a loose blouse, oversized t-shirt or blazer to give proper balance.  

Go shorty! Style on.

STYLINGSTAGE suggests:

Batik Print Shorts, Forever21:

Leather Effect Pleated Shorts, ZARA:

Destroyed Denim Midi Shorts, American Eagle:

Geometric Clean Front Shorts, Gap:

ASTR High Waist Floral Jacquard Shorts, Nordstrom:

Conscious Shorts in Khaki Green, H&M:

4" Chino Shorts, J.Crew:

Baby Got Black

Conventional wisdom touts that a spring wardrobe = lighter colors.  But not so fast.  Black is making a big appearance in the most unanticipated season.  Don't get me wrong--pastels rock--but that's for another post.  Y'other brothers can't deny that it's in every decade this season:

‘60s Mod:

·      Bold prints on mini’s,  graphic prints on pants and horizontal stripes on dresses are super mod

‘70s Hippie:

·      Floral print or tie dye maxi’s, ruffles, and the skinny harem pant make this very haute

‘80s Colorblock:

·       Loose blouses, ponte knit shifts and the fresh look of the colorblock sandal are all dope

‘90s Grunge:

·      Ripped skinnies, cropped sweatshirts and spring-weight leather t-shirts and swing skirts are very now

‘00s Futurama:

·        Pant suits with updates like sharp lines and stripes down the side of the leg rock

Baby definitely got black…and I cannot lie.  Style on.

STYLINGSTAGE suggests:

Striped Blazer, Zara:

Scratch Graffiti Midi, Topshop:

Racing Stripe Pant by Tinley Road, Piperlime.com:

Color block High-Low Blouse, Forever 21:

Bold Stripe Midi Skirt, ASOS.com:

Cropped Sweatshirt with Applique, H&M:

Tie Dye Maxi by Leola Couture, Nordstrom:

Perfect Form Geo Print Cigarette Pant, White House Black Market: