WHITE DENIM FOR MEN...HOW TO WEAR IT FROM CHIC TO CASUAL

White denim is a trendy style staple for summer.  Dress it up with a blazer for an evening look, go trendy with a white on white look, or summer casual with denim shirt or colored polo/t-shirt.  The key is in the fit of your jeans, how you style your look-cuffs, belts, accessories, and finishing off your look with accessories.  White denim is the ultimate neutral and can be paired with any color.  The fit of your denim is key.  A slimmer leg line makes you look leaner.  Straight leg versions cuff well and look great with all shoe combinations. 

Dressed Up "Man About Town"

 

Evening Chic

 

 Casual Cool

How will you be strutting your stuff in white denim?

-Divine Style DC

HOW TO LOOK SIZZLING IN PRINTED PANTS LOOKS

Wearing printed pants is a very tricky look.  Small prints work well for curvier women, or older women who want to try this trend.  Large bright, bold prints look great on the bottom in both pants, skirts, and shorts. 

Style Tips:
1. Choose one color from the pant and match it with your shirt.
2. Contrast your print with a bold color or neutral not in the print.
3. Match your shoes to the brightest color in the pant, or pair a bright contrasting heel.
 4. Pair with neutral tops and shoes: black and/or chambray pair well with lots of different prints and colors, and a nude or black pump or shoe booties works well too.
5. If you’re feeling bold, try a contrasting print on top, the smaller prints are more discrete so try a bold print on bottom paired with a small print on top.
6.  White, black, and navy are solid neutrals that coordinate well with most prints.


Neutrals & Black/White: 
Neutrals and keeping the print, jacket, and top all in one color family make this look trendy but not too bold.

 

Bright Colors & Prints:
Brights tops contrast nicely with prints.  Pair a chambray denim shirt with bold printed pants for a casual, trendy look.

   

Small Prints

 

Dasha for Illesteva Leonard Round-Frame Sunglasses ($295), Rag & Bone The Pocket Tee ($105), Carven Open-Toe Suede Slingbacks ($535), Citizens of Humanity Mandy Printed Jeans ($190)

One Pair of Pants-3 ways: 

Casual, Going Out, Work

 

 

MEN'S LOOK...BLACK T-SHIRT & DENIM DONE RIGHT

The black tshirt and denim look has been a go-to for guys years on end.  The key to this look is pairing the right neckline and design with trendy denim.  Nothing ages you quicker than an out of style denim.

Styling the Black T-shirt:  Dark denim with a black belt and statement buckle looks trendy, cool sunglasses and a leather cuff complete this look.  For summer, pair your black t-shirt with white denim or colored denim (such as read, blue, light gray).  A trendy belt seals the deal.  Go for a bold buckle or an all metal rectangular buckle.


Style No's: The completely un-tucked t-shirt, unless its fitted, doesn't enhance your style or shape.  Partially tuck in your t-shirt in the front or all around with a trendy belt or jacket.

 

The neckline of his shirt and faded denim makes him look out of style and dated.  

Style Yes's:  A v-neck shirt that is more fitted shows your physique.  A white belt is a trendy option that adds contrast between and black shirt and denim.

 

Colored denim look fresh and trendy.  Lighter colors (blue-gray/light gray/pale blue) are easy to wear in summertime. 

Trendy Accessories for the Look:

 

JUMPSUITS...How To Accentuate Your Figure in Jumpsuit Trends

Jumpsuits and rompers are easy go-to pieces for summer.  They can be thrown on at the beach or for a casual day outing but then dress it up for nighttime GLAM with heels, jewelry, and clutches.  Jumpsuits can be worn in the office when and then changed up for drinks or dinner.  It is an easy one-stop dressing garment.

 Fit Is Key

The flattering jumpsuit knows what to hide and what to reveal- as it covers all the flaws in your body including your tummy line offering you a great look.  Many jumpsuits are belted or can be belted or having ruching can be slimming if laid down correctly.  The jumpsuit trouser legs can be wide, cuffed, or narrow. Variation in length from- floor hugging, three quarter length, or gathered/tied at the ankles all highlight your legline in different ways.  So, both short and tall girls can enjoy the latest trend- just be sure the jumpsuit is hemmed to the right length and your heel height works to elongate your legline.

The jewelry and belt take this jumpsuit from blah to brilliant!

 

Styling It

If you have curves or a pear-shaped figure, try to go for a halter jumpsuit or romper, belted in firmly at the waist, for a bombshell silhouette.

• For night time it’s best to opt for luxurious fabrics like silks or lace; details like sequins or sheer panels for your look.
• Pair jumpsuits with your favorite jacket or a chiffon shirt to give it a fresh look.
• The next essential thing to keep in mind is to accessorize the jumpsuit. Wrap around a stylish belt or a funky chain hanging in the neck or simply a bright bag and sunglasses.

Leg Lines
Flowy pants that go to the floor to skinnier leg line to a cropped-harem casual style.

How will you strut your stuff in a jumpsuit?

XOXO,

Divine Style DC

SAFARI CHIC LOOKS FOR LADIES & GENTS

Earthy neutrals and animal prints make this Safari Chic trend HOT for men & women.  Large leather belts, gold watches, and printed dresses or shirts cinch this trend.  Go for earthy neutrals from head to toe for a crisp, clean look.  Your accessories such as your belt, shoes, and watch make the statement.  Prints in earthy neutrals or with bold colors and neutrals make this style glam.  Blues, greens, and turquoise work well as a base color in prints.

Women 

Safari  Chic casual looks...

   

Sarari Chic work looks...

Arden B Coat, $59     Bebe Romper, $89

BCBG Meteur Cut Out Wedge, $250 Tory Burch "Livia" Wedge, $262.50

   

Tory Burch "Amanda" Wedge, $206.50

Men

 Express Linen/Cotton Blazer, $124.60  Michael Kors Poplin Safari Shirt, $111.49

 

FATHER'S DAY GIFT IDEAS WITH PIZZAZZ

Father's Day is a great opportunity to send some love to your father or male family figures who've helped shape who you have become.  Do something special for the guys in your life.  Start the day off right with a fabulous brunch.  Coco Sala is hosting a Chocolate, Bacon, and Beer Brunch for Father's Day.  11 a.m. to 3 p.m. this $36/person brunch is a multi-course brunch including a unique brunch cocktail such as the bacon bloody mary or beer bellini.

For the Foodie

For the Dad who loves to eat and drink wine, the Wine-Inspired BBQ Steak Sauce is perfect. Amazon.com $29.95  Chill out Dad's beer with the Corkcicle Chillsner whcih chills any beer bottle instantly. $29.95

 

Tech Gifts

Showerhead + Wireless Speaker. The speaker takes just minutes to install and syncs wirelessly with your smart phone via Bluetooth, providing up to 7 hours of playback. With 60 angled nozzles and water-saving features. Best of all, the wireless speaker connects to the showerhead magnetically and easily pops out to double as a portable wireless speaker. Amazon, $149.25

WorkOut Gifts

FitBit Flex What appears to be a simple wristband is actually crammed with some mind-blowing tech—it tracks your steps, calories burned, the distance you’ve traveled, how many hours you’ve slept, even the quality of your sleep. And it presents all of that information in a simple, gorgeously designed interface that you can access anytime on your iPhone or desktop. Pair it with the Fitbit Aria—a wi-fi enabled scale—and it’ll sync his weight and body-fat percentage to help him keep track of his weight-loss goals. Amazon.com $99

For the Golfer

GolfSense’s sensor gives him a virtual view of the acceleration, velocity, tempo, and posture of his swing down to the millisecond. $129.99  Adidas Adizero Tour Golf Shoes, $134-180 will help him on the course.

 

For the Stylish Dad

Whether a night on the town or a weekend away, give your Dad these stylish accessories to have him travel well.

Cole Haan Fan Out Card Holder, $98     Cole Haan Small Duffel, $449.95

 

To a fun and festive Father's Day!

-Divine Style DC