DATE NIGHT LOOKS FOR GUYS

Whether you are married, have a girlfriend or boyfriend, or are in the singles scene, having the right look for your dates can take your relationship farther.  Every guy wants to look good when going out on the town.  

Night on the Town- try a blazer with a lightweight fitted shirt underneath.  Pair it with dark denim for a chic look or going to bars/restaurants.  If you are headed somewhere dressier, try it with slim fit trousers.

I would pair this Michael Kors Dip Dye Linen Blazer with dark jeans, a black belt with an edgy buckle or a black Hermes belt, and a white or black fitted shirt.  This linen blazer is lightweight and perfect in the summer heat when you still want to look hip.

Michael Kors Linen Blazer, $295

Go cool and chic with an an all white look.  Pair a white fitted blazer with white pants and a cool belt.  Add a pale colored shirt for a more neutral look or make it pop with a bold color such as bright pink or turquoise.

Calvin Klein Washed Blazer, $178

DSqaured2 Seersucker Blazer, $678

 

Dinner/Drinks/Movies- look good wearing a cool casual shirt.  Pockets on the chest add interest to that area and add a design element.  Rolled up cuffs keep you cool and look stylish.

Calvin Klein Chambray Roll Up Casual Shirt, $59.99

Concerts/Music Vibe- this look is a little more hipster.  Casual, cool jeans, a lightweight button down shirt and a vest worn unbuttoned with a belt give you the right look.  Also try a linen vest with a fitted t-shirt and pants.

INC International Concepts Lenny Linen Vest, $29.99

John W. Nordstrom Linen Vest, $59.90 (3 colors available)

What will you be wearing on your next date night?

DC DATE NIGHT LADIES

Have a date with your husband, boyfriend, or a new guy and not sure what to wear?  Date night looks should show some skin and be flirty and fun.  Catch their attention by showing off your best assets, whether that be your legs, arms, chest, shoulders, or bottom.  Wear something that enhances your body type or colors that are flattering to your figure.

Show a little skin!!!  Bare shoulders, a little leg, or some cleavage go a long way.  Less is more to leave your man wanting more.

Bold colors and flirty details take you a long way.  Go with something brighter or a flirty hemline to draw attention to your man.

Shoshanna Summer Solid Courtney Dress, $350

The casual chic look of this Young, Fabulous & Broke dress with a flirty leg line is perfect for date night.

 Young, Fabulous & Broke Sammy Ombre Dress in Coral, $149

Out for a nice dinner date?  Black lace takes the "Little Black Dress" to a whole next level.  Make the outfit pop with deep purple or red heels.  Add a deep red lip color to compliment the look.

Betsy & Adam Square Neck Lace Sheath Dress, $155

If legs are your asset, try a short floaty hemline that leaves them wanting to touch your leg.

Riller & Fount Mulberry  V Neck Sleeveless Mini Dress, $125

If you want to show off your bottom, try short shorts.

Express Sequin Shorts, $59.90

No matter what your best asset is or where you are headed, look your best by feeling confident in yourself and your look.  Not sure what to wear on your next date?  Ask Divine Style DC!

BLUSH TONES FOR SUMMER

Blush is the perfect summer color to wear as a stand alone or make it pop with bright colors.  Blush looks great with metallic accessories, white accessories, navy, or with a bright color.  Blush tones are a light beige/peach pink color that accentuates most skin tones.  Not sure how to wear it?  Try a blush colored top with chocolate brown bottoms.  Start with blush on the top to get you comfortable.  Then move into skirts and dresses.

McGinn Flora Pleat Dress (available locally at Periwinkle Boutique Shirlington), $273

ModCloth I Can Tell You Blush This Dress, $49.99

Rebecca Taylor Tiered Satin Top, $117.50

Ann Taylor Banded Hem Cap Sleeve Top, $48

Ann Taylor Flounce Hem Skirt, $78

Make a statement in a blush colored suit.  Pair a jacket with a skirt in same tone or try white eyelet or lace.

Ann Taylor Palm Jacket, $158

Bags/Purses- This is a great neutral to add to an all white outfit or to pair with bold colored look.

Elliott Lucca 3-Way Woven Leather Demi Bag, $78 (3 colors available)

H&M Clutch, $17.95

Shoes- Blush/neutral tones are great to pair with almost any outfit or color.  Sandals, heels, and flip flops provide a wide range of styles to choose from.

Badgley Mischka Zakia Pump, $235

MEN'S SUITING FOR SUMMER...LIGHTWEIGHT STYLES

Lightweight and zero weight suits are the name of the game once the temperatures hit 90 degrees and above.      Look for breathable fabrics, including your suit and shirts to let you look stylish and chic while still being comfortable. 

Ermenegildo Zegna has created Zero Weight suits, engineered by Zegna's in-house tailoring wizards.  Zero Weight suits are often made of ultra-fine silk and weigh a fraction of typical suit tailoring.  Wear them through Labor Day and stay comfortably cool.

Black and Navy Zero Weight Check Jacket, made of silk, wool, and cotton.  

Jacket, $2,395.  Pants, $795

Two Button Silk Suit, $2,995 with Zegna Cotton Seersucker Shirt, $395

Zegna also carries sunwashed silk suits.  This is a more casually elegant style.  Zegna's newest silk creations are natural, highly portable, perfectly proportioned and ultra-light.  Each piece in the Spring-Summer 2012 collection is made exclusively from the finest pure silk and precious blends of silk, cashmere, and linen.  

Linen suits are a great option for summertime.  The fabric is lightweight and breathes and moves easily.  New styles of linen suits keep the look crisper than the wrinkled look of the past.

Calvin Klein Body Slim Fit White Linen 2 Piece Suit, $650

What will you be wearing this summer for your work look and meetings?

BELLE OF THE BALL AT A WEDDING

Is everyone of your weekends this summer packed with weddings?  Are you always the guest and never the bride but you want to look fabulous?  Not all the attention has to go to the bride after all!  Here are great looks for you to wear to a wedding or any dressy gala or event that you have.

Metallic Dresses- are a great option for a wedding.  You can wear them to other functions and it always is fresh and trendy.  Change the accessories and shoes and have a whole new look.

Trina Turk, $298

Shoshanna Strapless Dress in Gold, $319 (Urban Chic Georgetown and Bethesda carry this)

Eliza J Boatneck Jacquard Fit & Flare Dress, $128

Eliza J Belted Satin Dress, $148

Bold Prints-are a great option for a wedding.  Make a statement with color.

Kirribilla Vivian Dress, $480 (available at Periwinkle Boutique, National Harbor, MD)

Shoshanna Strapless Pink Printed Dress,$398

Shoshanna Strapless 

Shoshanna Alexis One Shoulder Printed Dress, $395

Bright Colors-make a statement with the color of your dress.

JS Collections Fringe Hem Strapless Satin Dress, $168

Adrianna Papell Beaded Strapless Taffeta Party Dress, $168

Not wanting to spend money for a new dress?  Try www.renttherunway.com.  They mail you two size options of dresses that you like by the date you request.  Great way to look fabulous but not have to own the dresses!

STATUESQUE FASHION FOR TALL LADIES

So many clients and friends have asked how they can look stylish and cute when over 5'8" and you can do it.  Summer sundresses and skirts are an option for you as well.  

Style Tip:  A lot of the mainstream retail clothing stores have tall sections, such as Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, and Ann Taylor Loft.  Individual clothing designers also make taller versions of dresses and skirts if you search online or ask a retail associate at your favorite boutique.

Bright green is a hot color for summer.  This cotton seamed sheath dress styles well for work with navy or metallic heels and jewelry, or with bright bold colors such as blue, yellow, or fuchsia to go out on the town.  Ann Taylor, $138 (40% off)

 

Ann Taylor Poolside Shift Dress, $118 (40% off)

 

Banana Republic Havana Linen Dress, $130 (30% off)

MM Couture Strappy Chiffon Dress (38" length), $74

Hive & Honey Printed Halter Dress, $89

Graham & Spencer Cahill Dress, $130

 

Old Navy Tie Front Tube Dress, $7.99-9.99

Old Navy Ruffled Crepe Dress, $12.99-15.99

GAGA FOR GREEN

Green is everywhere this season from dresses, skirts, blouses and tops to accessories and shoes.  Mint green and kelly green are two of the most shades for summer.  Add some green to your summer looks!

Collective Concepts Racerback Printed Blouse, $59

Great blouse to wear with a white skirt or white wide leg linen pants.  Add a bright shoe to pop.  Or try this with a bright blue pencil skirt.

Jack by BB Dakota Gallant Dress, $49.99

Great dress for most figure types.  Pear shaped, those with tummy issues or large chests all look great in this.

Trinity Abstract Print Silk Blouse, $44.99

An abstract print blouse with lots of colors is a great fun look for the office.  Pair it with white or navy to make the top stand out.  

H&M Peplum Dress, $34.95

Amanda Uprichard Crystal Dress, $195 (H&M has similar style for much less)

Suzi Chin Sleeveless Knotted Sheath Dress, $128

Trina Turk Bali Hai Cover Up Dress, $145

Anne Klein Belted Bold Stripe Dress, $82.90

Perfect dress to be office appropriate but still add bright colors into your look.  Pair with navy or skin color heels for the office and strappy bright heels for night.

Whether or not you have green in your outfit, add green in your accessories to stand out.  It is a great bright color that coordinates with almost every other color.

Armani Exchange Ostrich Embossed Satchel, $98

Armani Exchange Ostrich Embossed Leather Wallet, $48