Jessica's street style is usually so effortlessly adorable, so on point. So these... um... harem sweatpants or whatever they are have me so confused that my head just might explode.
Before it does, and my brains ruin my laptop, let's fix this, shall we? Here is a much better solution for just $99.03.
31 August 2010
The Savvy Stylist: Green Bridesmaid Dress
Reader Request
I am in a wedding next summer. The bride requested that we wear any dress we want, long or short, as long as it is green, any shade. Any suggestions? I would prefer a short dress if possible. I am curvy, and I am 33 years old, so I want nothing too young. A defined waist is pretty much a must, and the ceremony is on a golf course, so we can't wear anything that will poke into the ground. Any suggestions?
This dress will be very flattering on your curvy figure, and the gold accessories play off the green just beautifully. The whole ensemble costs $98.98.
I am in a wedding next summer. The bride requested that we wear any dress we want, long or short, as long as it is green, any shade. Any suggestions? I would prefer a short dress if possible. I am curvy, and I am 33 years old, so I want nothing too young. A defined waist is pretty much a must, and the ceremony is on a golf course, so we can't wear anything that will poke into the ground. Any suggestions?
This dress will be very flattering on your curvy figure, and the gold accessories play off the green just beautifully. The whole ensemble costs $98.98.
5 Under $50: Pullover Sweaters
Yesterday was all about cardigans, but today is all about pullover sweaters. When the weather gets cool, there's nothing like wearing chic sweater with a pair of jeans and boots. Here are some of my affordable favorites:
30 August 2010
Fashion Redemption: Emma Watson
Let's get this out of the way: I love the hair.
But what I don't love is the dress/pants combo, although I can forgive the misbuttoned cardigan. Hey - we all have our bad days, right? Emma looks cute no matter what, but with these updates, she'd look even cuter. And all for $93.37!
But what I don't love is the dress/pants combo, although I can forgive the misbuttoned cardigan. Hey - we all have our bad days, right? Emma looks cute no matter what, but with these updates, she'd look even cuter. And all for $93.37!
The Savvy Stylist: Tunic with Leggings
Reader Request
I am 5ft 1in and weigh 125 lbs, and I have never been able to put together a tunic/leggings/ballet flats set well on my own. Can you help?
The trick is proportion: don't wear a tunic that's too long, or it'll make you look even shorter. Keep your accessories simple, and the look will be perfect; this look costs $99.73.
I am 5ft 1in and weigh 125 lbs, and I have never been able to put together a tunic/leggings/ballet flats set well on my own. Can you help?
The trick is proportion: don't wear a tunic that's too long, or it'll make you look even shorter. Keep your accessories simple, and the look will be perfect; this look costs $99.73.
5 Under $50: Cool Weather Cardigans
I don't know about you, but I cannot wait until fall gets here! I am so excited to wear layers! In honor of the upcoming cooler weather, here are five frugal, fashionable cardigans.
29 August 2010
Sunday Splurges: 8.29.10
Here are some items that I'll never be able to afford - but they've been haunting my dreams this week!
28 August 2010
Fashion Redemption: Lily Allen
So, look: I know that Lily is pregnant, and that she's probably just dressing for comfort right now. But there's no reason why she can't still look stylish, right? Here's a maternity outfit that combines comfort and style for just $99.96.
27 August 2010
Fashion Redemption: Pamela Anderson
When I first saw this photo, I thought to myself: "Holy crap. Pam looks (relatively) classy here." And then I saw how transparent her dress is. Here's some advice, Pam: the world is tired of your nipples.
Here is a more modest and appropriate look for Pam, for just $86.69.
Here is a more modest and appropriate look for Pam, for just $86.69.
The Savvy Stylist: Grad School Orientation
Reader Request
I am 22 years old and will be attending orientation for my first year of grad school in a few weeks. I'm not sure what kind of look to go for - do I go casual? Business casual? Professional chic? I want to make an appropriate and fun first impression on my peers and professors, but at the same time, I don't want to look like I tried too hard. I'm very lost, and would love your input! Here are some helpful factors about me: I am semi-tall (5'8") and average weight. I tend to be conservative with a flair - I love accessories, but would love to incorporate more classic staples into my wardrobe. I really admire Rachel Bilson's and Jennifer Aniston's styles.
I think that for school orientation, you can go casual, but with a professional twist. This look should work just perfectly, and it costs only $98.29.
I think that for school orientation, you can go casual, but with a professional twist. This look should work just perfectly, and it costs only $98.29.
5 Under $50: Cowboy Boots
I love a pair of cowboy boots worn with a breezy summer dress. Unfortunately, they're usually pretty expensive, but I was able to find a few pairs at an affordable price!
26 August 2010
Fashion Redemption: Taylor Momsen
Let's start with the good news: this is better than anything I've seen Taylor wearing in several months. At the very least, she doesn't look like she's wearing a negligee that she found in a dumpster. The bad news? Well, she seems to have forgotten her pants, and the fact that she is sixteen years old!
Here's a look that is fresh and age-appropriate. It costs $98.59.
Here's a look that is fresh and age-appropriate. It costs $98.59.
The Savvy Stylist: Museum Wedding
Reader Request
My long-term boyfriend's sister is getting married on the first week of November. It's going to be held at a really elegant church with an evening reception to follow at the Mint Museum in Charlotte, NC. This is going to be an elegant wedding. Since I will be meeting a lot of his family members at this event, I really want to look nice. I'm going for a classy but funky look to go with the modern museum. Any help will be much appreciated! Thank you so much!
This look is elegant but eye-catching, and will be sure to impress your boyfriend's family. It costs $93.74.
My long-term boyfriend's sister is getting married on the first week of November. It's going to be held at a really elegant church with an evening reception to follow at the Mint Museum in Charlotte, NC. This is going to be an elegant wedding. Since I will be meeting a lot of his family members at this event, I really want to look nice. I'm going for a classy but funky look to go with the modern museum. Any help will be much appreciated! Thank you so much!
This look is elegant but eye-catching, and will be sure to impress your boyfriend's family. It costs $93.74.
5 Under $50: Dresses from Modcloth
Modcloth has become one of my favorite go-to places for fun, flirty dresses. Best of all, they're so affordable! Here are some of my favorites:
25 August 2010
Fashion Redemption: Britney Spears
Another day, another pair of ratty denim cutoffs and unflattering chunky shoes for Brit-Brit. Sigh.
Here's how I'd add some class to Britney's look for $98.71.
Here's how I'd add some class to Britney's look for $98.71.
I have to ask once again...
Would you all mind voting one more time on my entry in Neiman Marcus' contest? Just click the green "vote" button!
Thanks so much! I appreciate it more than you'll know!
xo
Dana
Thanks so much! I appreciate it more than you'll know!
xo
Dana
The Savvy Stylist: Going to the Fair
Reader Request
The fair is going to be in town next month and it's always been my idea of the perfect date! I actually have someone to go with this year, so I want to look cute. I am a 5'7, plus-sized, pear shaped girl, with fair skin and dark hair. I want to dazzle him, but still be comfortable enough in what I'm wearing to enjoy riding the rides and have a good time! I look best in bright "pop" colors, don't mind patterns, and I prefer comfortable shoes or sandals. I don't like to show a lot of skin but the weather is hot here this time of year so I don't want to be burning up either. You always feature such cute stuff, I would love your suggestions!
This look is fun, casual and romantic - but best of all, it only costs $92.27!
The fair is going to be in town next month and it's always been my idea of the perfect date! I actually have someone to go with this year, so I want to look cute. I am a 5'7, plus-sized, pear shaped girl, with fair skin and dark hair. I want to dazzle him, but still be comfortable enough in what I'm wearing to enjoy riding the rides and have a good time! I look best in bright "pop" colors, don't mind patterns, and I prefer comfortable shoes or sandals. I don't like to show a lot of skin but the weather is hot here this time of year so I don't want to be burning up either. You always feature such cute stuff, I would love your suggestions!
This look is fun, casual and romantic - but best of all, it only costs $92.27!
5 Under $50: Flirty Nighties
We all want to look stylish when we're out and about, but I think it's important to be chic even when lounging about in your pajamas. Here are five flirty, frugal,and fashionable nighties to wear around the house.
24 August 2010
Fashion Redemption: Katie Price
I don't even know what to say here. So I'll just try my best to fix the hot mess that is Katie Price's attempt at casual. This outfit comes in at $99.20.
The Savvy Stylist: Vegas Trip
Reader Request
I'm going to Vegas next month and I need a fabulous plus-sized outfit, preferably a dress and heels. Can you help?
I hope that this look meets all of your expectations. It costs only $91.68.
I'm going to Vegas next month and I need a fabulous plus-sized outfit, preferably a dress and heels. Can you help?
I hope that this look meets all of your expectations. It costs only $91.68.
5 Under $50: Bejeweled Shoes
I love a good pair of jeweled or embellished shoes - nothing adds interest to an understated outfit quite like some bling on your feet. Here are five of my favorite frugal pairs:
23 August 2010
Fashion Redemption: Julia Roberts
There is only one positive thing that I can find to say here: this dress reminds me of The Golden Girls, and that is kind of awesome. However, Julia is not a retiree, and this is not Miami, circa 1988.
Here is a more youthful and sophisticated look for Julia. It costs $93.69.
Here is a more youthful and sophisticated look for Julia. It costs $93.69.
The Savvy Stylist: Beach Wedding
Reader Request
I'm desperate for a nontraditional wedding dress! I'm getting married on the beach and am looking for ideas as to what to wear. I want a dress that isn't from a bridal store, but that just happens to ivory or white. I'm 5'4 and want a knee length dress. Any suggestions?
This outfit is perfect for a beach wedding, with the flat sandals and laid-back but romantic feel. It costs $93.60.
I'm desperate for a nontraditional wedding dress! I'm getting married on the beach and am looking for ideas as to what to wear. I want a dress that isn't from a bridal store, but that just happens to ivory or white. I'm 5'4 and want a knee length dress. Any suggestions?
This outfit is perfect for a beach wedding, with the flat sandals and laid-back but romantic feel. It costs $93.60.
5 Under $50: Candy-Colored Handbags
Nothing spices up a low-key outfit like a bright, candy-colored handbag. Here are some of my affordable favorites.
22 August 2010
21 August 2010
Fashion Redemption: Bai Ling
I got an email last night that asked me why I was writing these Fashion Redemption posts when some of the celebs I'm profiling are obviously dressing this way to make a statement. The answer, in a nutshell, is that this isn't a blog for the celebs. This is for everyday shoppers - those of us who aren't dressing for the paparazzi and the stage. We're dressing for regular life.
Bai Ling is a perfect example. She's obviously dressing like this for attention, and that's fine. But if non-celebrities like us would like to wear a sexy leopard outfit for a night out, here is some inspiration, for cheap!
Bai Ling is a perfect example. She's obviously dressing like this for attention, and that's fine. But if non-celebrities like us would like to wear a sexy leopard outfit for a night out, here is some inspiration, for cheap!
20 August 2010
Fashion Redemption: Heidi Klum
As if big, baggy, unflattering pants weren't bad enough, Heidi Klum is wearing them in white. They might as well have "Pampers" stamped across the butt.
Here is a sleeker and more flattering version of Heidi's look for just $92.41.
Here is a sleeker and more flattering version of Heidi's look for just $92.41.
The Savvy Stylist: MGMT Concert
Reader Request:
My older cousin is taking me to see MGMT in a few weeks. It's my first concert (I'm 15) and I don't know what to wear. Can you help?
What a coincidence, I just saw MGMT this past weekend - you'll have a great time! And this outfit will be perfect for the show - stylish but comfy enough for you to dance all night. It costs just $84.19.
My older cousin is taking me to see MGMT in a few weeks. It's my first concert (I'm 15) and I don't know what to wear. Can you help?
What a coincidence, I just saw MGMT this past weekend - you'll have a great time! And this outfit will be perfect for the show - stylish but comfy enough for you to dance all night. It costs just $84.19.
5 Under $50: Cap Toe Flats
Cap toe flats are so classic, evocative of vintage Chanel. At the same time, they're totally modern and up to date. Here are five pairs that Coco would approve of, without the Chanel price tag:
19 August 2010
Fashion Redenption: Erika Christensen
Why do shiny satin dresses even exist? They are flattering on nobody. Not even Erika Christensen! And those frumpy flats are doing nothing for her legs. It always bothers me when women with lovely figures wear such unflattering clothing.
Here's an outfit that actually shows off Erika's assets. It costs just $99.80.
Here's an outfit that actually shows off Erika's assets. It costs just $99.80.
The Savvy Stylist: Pajama Party
Reader Request
I'm heading back to school at the end of the month, and my sorority is having its annual Pajama Party, where all of the guests, guys and girls, wear their pajamas! I want to wear something sort of cute and sexy without going all out and wearing lingerie. But I don't mind showing some skin. Any suggestions?
This look is sweet but sexy, comfy and cute, and it only costs $52.80!
I'm heading back to school at the end of the month, and my sorority is having its annual Pajama Party, where all of the guests, guys and girls, wear their pajamas! I want to wear something sort of cute and sexy without going all out and wearing lingerie. But I don't mind showing some skin. Any suggestions?
This look is sweet but sexy, comfy and cute, and it only costs $52.80!
5 Under $50: Lace Tops
A lace top can be over-the-top sexy or downright demure, depending on the cut and color. These tops can be worn with jeans, dressy shorts, or sweet skirts.
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