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It seems everyone these days wants to look like a sailor. But don’t you want to distinguish yourself from all the other fish out there? Setting out to sea doesn’t have to
look so predictable. Say ahoy to the new funky sailor look.
Fashion Formula = Chain Necklace + Striped Tank + Overalls + Wedge Sandals.
Striped Sailor Tank | $15.80 at Forever 21
Cotton Overalls | $22.80 at Forever 21
Lucky Lou “Sailor Dream†Wood Sole Shoes | $84 at Pinupgirlclothing.com
June 13th, 2006
Gone are the days when secretaries covered up their entire bodies when going into to the office. Not only do real secretaries dress less conservatively these days, many women who aren’t even secretaries sport the look. According to Style Bytes, the secretary look isn’t dead…so here’s our rendition that’s more suitable for a wine bar than for the cubicle.
Fashion Formula for the Sexy Secretary= Plum Cardigan + Short sleeved White Shirt + Pencil Skirt + Peep-toe Pumps.
Caslon Dolman Sleeve Cardigan | $44.90 (sale) at Nordstrom
Diane von Furstenberg "Vespa" Cap Sleeve Shirt | $145 at Nordstrom
Asymmetrical Slit Pencil Skirt | $89 at Bebe
Kate Spade "Giselle" Sandal | $275 at Nordstrom
April 28th, 2006
If you think trying to match clothes is hard, try trying to NOT match them. “How
does that make sense,†you’re thinking. “I thought the point of mismatching is that you don’t care enough about style to take the time to put together corresponding ensembles.†Although in the past matching clothing was synonymous with caring about fashion, today there’s a certain style to the I-look-like-I-just-threw-on-these-clothes-in-the-
dark-but-I-really-spent-quality-time-hand-picking-them look.
When mismatching your outfit, remember that it still has to look somewhat put-together. Yes, the point is to look like you threw on your outfit in the dark, but no, it’s not supposed to make you look like you could care less about what you’re sporting. Our favorite mismatched look? Don a big, colorful skirt and with a vintage rocker tee, a fashion formula courtesy of our fellow fashionista Agathe at Style Bytes.
Ramones Modal Tee | $28 at Urban Outfitters
Nanette Lepore Big Pocket Skirt | $280 at Nordstrom
April 26th, 2006
Going from day to night is much simpler in fashion than it is in science. In the former, all you have to do is keep one basic article (in this case skinny jeans) and change the items around it. Beats studying the universe right? Now that you got the skinny on where to find the best skinny jeans, behold two looks that will take you from primp and proper during the day to edgy and bold come night.
Day Fashion Formula = Sailor-like Cardigan + White Skinny Jeans + Navy Blue Ballet Flats.
Night Fashion Formula = Black and White Striped Tank + White Skinny Jeans + Wide Leather Belt + Yellow Booties.
In the Daylight:
Ilke Sweater | $128 at Anthropologie
Seven For All Mankind Roxy Skinny Slimmer Jeans | $143 at Shopbop.com
When Night Falls:
Stripe Tank | $11.80 at Forever 21
Wide Leather Belt | $49 at Bebe
Seven For All Mankind Roxy Skinny Slimmer Jeans | $143 at Shopbop.com
Lenore Booties | $288 at Anthropologie
March 14th, 2006
Stay chic but confortable with this simple combination.
Fashion formula = white blouse + denim skirt + capri tights + sneakers
Marc by Marc Jacobs 3/4 Sleeve Lawn Blouse | $168 at ShopBop
Otter Burn Bitchin Mini | $154 at Active Endeavors
Frenchi Footless Tights | $10 at Nordstrom
Champion Canvas Distressed in Natural | $39.99 at Keds
March 9th, 2006
Showing up to a birthday party in a tuxedo would be too over-the-top unless you’re going to Cipriani to celebrate Diddy’s 36th. If you happen to be a girl who likes the traditional tuxedo concept (black and white from head to toe), but not enough to rent an actual one, try this girly rendition below. You’ll maintain the classy color scheme of a tux while leaving behind some of its masculinity.
Deluxe Tux = White Tank + Chunky Chain Link Necklace + Black Skinny Pants + Leopard Pumps.
Ribbed Tank | $14.50 at Gap
Bronze/Gold Chain Link Necklace | $19.99 at Guess
Sateen Blake Jean | $39.99 at Ralph Lauren Polo
Stiletto Heel Pumps in Leopard | $59.99 at Sexy Shoes
March 9th, 2006
Sneakers and a dress are to fashion what chips and plain yogurt are to food: They may not look like a pair, but when placed next to one another, it’s a match made in heaven.
Fashion Formula = Striped Dress + Black Leggings + "Old Skool" Sneakers.
Bubble Hem Tunic Dress | $58 at Urban Outfitters
Damsel Solid Ruched Leggings | $28 at Urban Outfitters
Vans Old Skool | $48 at Urban Outfitters
March 3rd, 2006
Just because you’re at the office doesn’t mean that you have to sacrifice your sense of style. Show off your preppy side with an on-trend sweatervest over a button-down shirt, and spice things up with a pair of cropped pants. Add a pair of killer flats, and you’re good to go!
Where to Wear: This outfit is strictly Business Casual–it’s good for a polished look at a more casual workplace. We’d have to recommend skipping this one for offices with more strict dress codes–don’t try this one at Corporate. The cropped pants, in particular, might raise a few eyebrows.
Fashion Formula = Button Down Shirt + Sweatervest + Cropped Pants + Flats.
Stenographer Button Up Blouse | $78 at Anthropologie (left), and
Folding Fan Vest | $78 at Anthropologie (right).
Chaiken Cropped "Lindsey" Pants | $112 at Bluefly
Marc Jacobs Blue Suede Studded Flats | $314.99 at Bluefly
February 28th, 2006
Our colleague Agathe over at StyleBytes wrote about how the everpresent Nautical trend is starting to grow on her. We’ve been fond of it since the beginning, and we found some particularly sailor chic items while browsing at Forever 21 over the weekend. Our two cents? Keep it casual–lest you look like you belong at sea.
Fashion Formula = Striped Tank over Polo Shirt + Jeans + Flip Flops.
Sleeveless Sweater Top | $17.80 at Forever 21
Glitter Polo Top | $13.80 at Forever 21
F21 Premium Straight Leg Denim | $29.80 at Forever 21
J Crew Classic Wedge Flip Flop | $16.50 at J Crew
February 15th, 2006
Your man is Really into nature, and he’s planned an outdoors adventure for Valentine’s Day this year. Problem is, hiking uphill and playing sports aren’t your idea of romance (Unless it’s a contact sport that doesn’t involve a ball!). Fret not. Just because you’re not excited about the plans doesn’t mean you can’t be excited about your ensemble.
After all, the more irresistible you look in your hiking gear, the less of a chance you’ll have to hike to the top of that hill.
"Au Natural" Gear = Printed Tee + Tank Top (layered underneath) + Jogging Pants + Sneakers.
All You Need is Love Tee | $25 at Shop Intuition
Balance by Marika Swirl Top | $26 at Nordstrom
Balance by Marika Knit Pants | $42 at Nordstrom
Puma “Bashy†Leather Athletic Shoe | $64.95 at Nordstrom
January 30th, 2006
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