"From Work to Play" [What to Wear]

Waking up every morning trying to put together a trendy, sleek, professional look is sometimes really hard to do. It would be great if you can take this same outfit and transform it into the perfect happy hour or date night look. So, I want to share with you how to make it a little easier taking your work look to a play, because we all know that "all work and no play makes a diva a dull girl".

The cool thing about this is the pieces I’m going to suggest are clothing we have already discussed in the “Wearable Wednesday” and “20 Closet Basics” post. For a really stylish professional look try a print slouchy pants with a white/black lace button down shirt, black blazer. Accessorize it with some cream heal sandal, pink and silver faceted bead necklace and a boyfriend watch. 

Now, lets send this outfit into the play zone with some sex appeal and color. Keep the printed slouchy pants and the blazer, change into a royal blue U-neck open side tee, a block color high heels, a yellow leather clutch and a long link chain.

See… a fast & easy way to go from work to play….. J

Arden B Ponte Leather Blazer $69.00

ASOS Curve Peg Pant $20.70

ASOS Curve Shirt with Contrast Floral Lace $41.40

Sleek Open Side Top $6.80

"Wearable Wednesday" [HOW TO]

This Wednesday we want to challenge you to bring something classy and timeless back into your wardrobe a “Pearl Necklace”, and while it’s there, let’s try to see it through different eyes. I know when most of you think about a “Pearl Necklace” the words that comes to mind is vintage, elegant and for some matron.  I think some of these words describe Pearls perfectly but two words that are missing are trendy and contemporary.

Mix classy with trendy and create a layered pearled look.  Take an off the shoulder little black dress (LBD) and accessorize it with a four strand pearl necklace or even use multiple sizes and lengths pearl necklaces.  You can also take the same layered Pearl look and combine it with a casual look of white tee, skinny jeans and blazer. 

Now, you can mix timeless with contemporary by add different metals and materials with the Pearls. Your statement piece can be a blend of gold, silver, metallic and pearl then add it to cute outfit like a poke a dot button down shirt, pleated skirt and a blazer.

If you are not really sure about pearls as statement pieces keep it simple. Add a pearl bracelet with a watch and some bracelets.   

Carolee Pearl Beaded Statement Necklace $55.00

Pendleton Polka Dot Blouse $89.50

ASOS Pleated Skirt in Leather Look $44.45

Forever 21 Sleek Faux Suede Booties $32.80

"Body Shape… the Perfect Fit" [Pear/Triangle]

Hey guys, I’ve really been enjoying our discussions about body shapes. So we are going to add another shape to our conversation. Next on the list… Pear Shape.

Pear Body Shape [also known as Triangle] has hips and a backside that is larger than the bust and shoulders plus a well-defined waist.  This body shape some would happily call it bootylicious.  It’s important for a pear body shape to pay attention to your lower half because you tend to gain weight mainly in your bottom and legs.

As a Pear Body type your best assets are your small waist, flat stomach and shoulders that give you a beautiful feminine curves. So, if you’re a Pear shape remember these things….one… accentuate your defined waist… two... balance and proportion is key.

Ok, now what is the best clothing to buy?

Your tops should be:

• U or V-Neck
• Off the shoulder
• Slim/Fitted waists
• Button down shirts
• Cardigans
• Embellishment around the shoulders and bust
• Bright colors/bold patterns

Your bottoms should be:

• Flared or boot cut jeans
• Dark color jeans
• A-line skirts
• Pencil skirts
• Straight leg paints
• Low-rise waist

Your dress should be:

• Strapless
• Halter Neck
• Wrap dress

Your jacket should be:

• Cropped
• Jackets that ends past your waist

An extra tip: to help balance your top half with your bottom half try layers.

Express Sequin Bolt Baseball Tee $17.94

Henry Belle Ideal Boot Cut $40.00

Guess by Marciano Melody Gold Neck Gown $198.00

Very J Tweed Zippered Jacket $67.00

"Body Shape… the Perfect Fit" [Inverted Triangle]

Hi everyone lets continue our discussion about our body shapes.  We have taken on Straight Body Type and Hourglass Body Type, now its time for Inverted Triangle Body Type.

Inverted Triangle body type, also known as Wedge, has a large bust and broad shoulders. You have narrow hips and a straight waist; your bottom may tend to be on the flat side. Wedge body types has to be careful because broad shoulders can give you a hard look.  If you gain weight the weight would show around your belly and upper body.

As an Inverted Triangle your asset is beautifully shaped legs and you are easy to style.  So, if you’re an Inverted Triangle remember two things… one defined your waist and two... pick clothing that softens your shoulders.

Ok, now what is the best clothing to buy?

Your tops should be:

• V-neck
• Wrap tops
• Dark color shirts
• Shirts with banding at the waist

Your bottoms should be:

• Wide legs or boot cut
• Full or A-line skirts
• Embellished or flap pockets
• Straight or flared jeans

Your dresses should be:

• Peplums
• Mermaid
• A-line or Strapless

Your jacket should be:

• Tailored

Extra Tips:

• Wearing bright colors or prints on the lower half of your body will give you a more balanced look.
• High waist pants and jeans are great style for you.

ASOS T-Shirt with V-Neck $18.52

Medium Dark Wash bootcut Jeans $29.99

BeBe Strapless Peplum Dress $89.99

Street Chic Moto Jacket $37.80