Having recently vacationed in Palm Desert (where I swear the golf carts are a chic as some cars), I have been inspired by the country club set. Don’t belong to one? Don’t worry — you can still pull off the look. Start with fun and flirty brights and pastels, especially those inspired by golf and tennis. Remember to think starched yet sexy at the same time. Oh yeah, and don’t turn around — that adorable caddy is checking you out right now.
July 1st, 2005
Whether or not it’s in style, I’ve always been a fan of the nautical look. And it just so happens to be really big this season. You can’t go wrong if you stick to the basics: flattering boatneck tees in blue, black or red stripes, coats in primary colors and sailor pants (my favorite). Dress it up with sandals and a peacoat, or make it sportier with a windbreaker, canvas sneakers and a bucket hat. Part of the charm’s in the casual elegance of the look, so remember to have fun with it!
Classic Straw Hat | $49 at
JCrew
June 30th, 2005
For a BBQ-perfect look:
Fashion Formula = Sweater + Tank + Cropped Pants + Sandals.
June 28th, 2005
For a look that’s young at heart:
Fashion Formula = Sweater + Babydoll Tank + Cuffed Jeans + Flat Shoes.
Bed-Head Sweater | $128 at
Anthropologie
Vecu Babydoll Tank | $64 at
Anthropologie
Cropped Cuffed Low-Rise Jean | $74 at
Banana Republic
Pretty Little Ballet Slippers | $18 at
Urban Outfitters
A word of caution for petite women: Cuffed pants make the legs appear shorter than they are. If you’re short, as I am, switch out the flats for a pair of medium-high heels. Resist the temptation to try sky-high heels—they’ll only call attention to your height, or lack thereof! That, and you’ll hurt your feet.
June 17th, 2005
For a sophisticated look:
Fashion Formula = Cropped Blazer + Halter Top + Jeans + Heels.
June 16th, 2005
For a flirty, feminine look:
Fashion Formula = Cropped Sweater + Dress + Heels.
Savannah Cropped Cardigan | $58 at
Anthropologie
Isca Organdy Dress | $168 at
Anthropologie
“Round One†Leather Slingback | $99.98 at
Kenneth Cole
The outfit pictured above is especially friendly to women who could use some added visual leg length: the empire-waist silhouette combined with the cropped sweater makes the torso appear shorter and the legs longer. The end result? You appear to be taller!
How does this work? How tall you look is determined by how long your legs appear to be. When you visually lengthen your legs, you automatically look like you grew a few inches. A bit of fashion magic, from me to you.
For those tall women out there looking to minimize their height, switch out the heels for flats, and try a dropped waist dress that will make your torso appear longer and your legs shorter.
June 15th, 2005
For a casually gorgeous look:
Fashion Formula = Cropped Jean Jacket + Camisole + Jean Skirt + Sandals.
Marie Denim Jacket | $79.50 at
Abercrombie and Fitch
Tatum Camisole | $39.50 at
Abercrombie and Fitch
Pleatback Pencil Skirt | $44.99 at
Guess
Midas thong | $38 at
Anthropologie
Caution: Wearing two denim pieces can be dangerous–after all, you don’t want to look like you’re wearing a denim suit! Try picking two pieces with different washes, and to heighten the contrast between the two, keep them visually separated. Here, we’re achieving that separation via the long camisole, which will be visible between the cropped jacket and the skirt.
June 14th, 2005
For a dressy cover-up après-beach:
Add to the "Sun and Surf" Fashion Formula: Sundress.
June 9th, 2005
For a casual cover-up après-beach:
Add to the "Sun and Surf" Fashion Formula: Tank Top + Bermuda Shorts.
June 8th, 2005
For a classic look appropriate for both sunbathing and taking in the waves:
Fashion Formula = Swimsuit + Flip Flops + Casual Bag.
Seersucker French Top | $25.20 at
JCrew
Seersucker Hipster Tie Bikini | $23.80 at
JCrew
Classic Wedge Flip Flops | $16.50 at
JCrew
June 7th, 2005
