PRETTY IN PINK...AT ANY AGE

Pink is a gorgeous, fun color to wear for spring and summer.  The key is choosing shades of pink that suit your skin tone and your age.  Bubble gum pink looks fresh and fun but is a color best suited to younger women (under 50).  Magenta and deep pink look great on skin tones from olive to fair skin and can be worn by any age lady.  From dresses to skirts, blouses and tops, pink is a must wear for the season.  Maxi skirts and  maxi dresses, hi-lo dresses, and pink sundresses are on trend.  Chiffon tunics and chiffon blouses in magenta are stylish for the office to the evening or weekend.  Not ready to dive into this color, then add it in your accessories (in statement necklaces, cuff bracelets, stackable bangles), in your bags (over-sized clutches and totes), or in your footwear (high-heeled sandals, espadrilles, and wedges).  Be chic in pink!


Younger Celebrities wearing Bubble Gum Pink:

 Yumi Kim "Leon" Dress, $210      MICHAEL Michael Kors Surplice Tie Waist Top, $79.50

 

 Expressions NYC Large Faux Leather Box Clutch, $54

 Older Celebrities wearing the right shade of pink, Magenta:

 

  

 Wish "Lotus" Top, $125        American Apparel Chiffon Blouse, $60

 

Josie Natori Silk Caftan Top, $425

 

Valentino "Lacca Bow Dome Satchel, $1295   Aldo "Clammer" Magenta Heels,$90

 

Here's to looking stylish in pink at any age!

XOXO,

Divine Style DC

CHIC FOR SPRING....KITTEN HEELS

Low heels are hot and happening for spring/summer.  Both the thin Kitten Heel and the Chunky heel are on trend.  Look for detailing in the ankle straps, buckles, and embellishment.  Bright colors, pastels, and prints work well for any look this season!  When purchasing new shoes, think of what colors or styles will complement what you own and wear.  If dresses are your thing, strappy versions look great.  If you wear long pants or capri pants, then embellished versions are a better option.  Linen is a great fabric for spring kitten heels.  The texture adds interest in the heels.

Bold Spring Colors:

Butter Shoes "Sadie", $285            Kate Spade "New York Jacey" Cut Out Kitten Heel, $328

 


All Shoes Online Bow Kitten Heels, $36.99    


Butter  Bow and Pointed Toe Kitten Heel
 

Neutrals/Pastels:

Via Spiga "Raiden", $185                           Michael Kors "Shay" Sandal, $285
 


Ann Taylor "Mara" Ankle Strap Kitten Heel, $118



Here's to being chic & comfortable this spring!

XOXO,
Divine Style DC

FRISKY AND FABULOUS IN FEATHERS

Feathers are an eye-catching trendy embellishment that adds flare to your look.  The feather trend has been in style for a few years and continues to show on runways and on the celebrities.  While this is fashion forward, you can add subtle touches in earrings, belts, and heels.  Feathers at the hemline of a skirt are also a discrete way to rock this trend.  Go bolder in this look with feather skirts, tops, or dresses/gowns.  Feathers can add bulk to your look so be sure that the garment is steamed.  The amount of feathers on the bodice of the dress or skirt and how they are sewn on determines how big or robust the item looks on you.  A fitted blouse or top works well with a fuller feathered skirt.  I love the idea of mixing feathers with another bold item, such as a sequin printed jacket, to create visual interest.  Mixing textures and garment weights works well.

Kenneth Cole Ostrich Feather Skirt, $139.99

Bold color and details.

Sue Wong Feather Dress, $320

Love the modern-edge of this dress and design.

MICHAEL Michael Kors, $198

DSquared2 "Heidy" Feather Trim Jacket, $400.50

Tilly's Feather Best, $4.97

Red Feather Belt, $12

If actual feathers aren't your thing, wear feather printed garments.  Peacock feathers in bold turqoise and greens look great in winter and spring.

Kenneth Cole Feather Print Shirt, $39.99

Wallis Animal Feather Side Tie Dress, $35

How will you rock the feather trend?

XOXO,

Divine Style DC

SHIMMER AND SHINE IN METALLIC LOOKS

Look fresh and chic this season by adding metallic clothes and accessories into your look.  Metallic colors including: gunmental gray, bronze, gold, silver, dusty rose, and metallic chocolate.  Metallic tops work for the office under a blazer, for brunch on the weekends with jeans, or for a night on the town.  

MICHAEL Michael Kors Gold Foil Printed Fisherman's Sweater, $150

MICHAEL Michael Kors Gold Foil Printed Shaker Stitch Sweater, $140

Vince Metallic Gray Knit Sweater, $335 30% off

Urban Outfitter's Metallic Mesh Sweater, $59

Calvin Klein Sheer Metallic Cardigan, $54.99

Eileen Fisher Metallic Mesh Poncho, $238

Gibson Cutaway Metallic Blazer, $138

Metallic Denim and Leggings look fabulous paired with navy, chocolate, black, and more.  Add studded, lace, and sequined tops for an evening out.  Great with a sweater and shoe booties for daytime.

Juicy Couture Metallic Coated Skinny Jeans, $198

Finish your look with a metallic hangbag or clutch.  No matter what you are wearing, metallic always goes!

MICHAEL Michael Kors Gunmetal Python "Hamilton" Jewel Large Tote, $448

WHAT TO WEAR TO A JOB INTERVIEW

Looking for a new job?  Show the world you mean business by looking put together and current.  Individual pieces that you can interchange between outfits works well.

Try a black and navy blue blazer, 2-3 printed blouses, and straight leg trousers in camel, olive, and chocolate brown.  A bold pump and bag complete your look.

Options:

Banana Republic Navy Blazer, $130

Banana Republic Black "Heritage" Military Inspired Blazer, $130

Rory Beca Pierelli Mandarin Silk Blouse, $179  Elliott Lucca "Intreccio" Suede &Leather Tote, $228

 

B Brian Atwood "Fontanne" Metallic Snakeskin Pumps, $350

Pair blouse with navy blazer, dark camel colored belt, gold earrings, and camel/suede/gold heels.

Daniel Rainn 3/4 Sleeve Blouse, $54.50 

B Brian Atwood "Blayne" Platform Pumps, $350

Pair this MICHAEL Michael Kors mustard color blouse with a black military blazer and a purple bag, and a multi-color snakeskin heel.

MICHAEL Michael Kors Feather Print Tunic, $99.50

 

 Kristin Satchel, $62.50 or Furla Candy Satchel, $228

B Brian Atwood Snakeskin Print Pump, $350

Pants Options:

Banana Republic "Sloan" Slim Fit (size 0-16), $89.50

 

Ann Taylor Loft Camel Colored "Zoe" Trouser leg pant, $79.50