LEATHER & LACE: TRENDY COMBINATION FOR FALL

Leather and lace is a hot trend to wear this fall.  This combination of texture and fabric looks chic and fresh when paired together.  This style goes from glamorous to fashionable to tough and edgy depending on how you wear it.  Make a statement in leather & lace tops, skirts, pants, or dresses this season and intermix them with your fall staples.  Take this stylish look to another level with fabulous statement necklaces that enhance the look or trendy heels or smoking slippers with studs.  This is all about GLAM!

Leather & Lace Dresses

Tadashi Shoji                              Catherine Deane

Rebecca Taylor                    BCBGMAXAZRIA

 

Lafayette 148 New York Plus

Leather & Lace Tops

This Bailey 44 Top pairs well with a sleek pencil skirt for the office.  Go for a vibrant hue such as cobalt blue, deep purple, or a longer white slim skirt and pointed heels to sizzle in style.  A fabulous statement necklace completes the look.

 

Potter's Pot

PJK Patterson J. Kincaid
 

Leather & Lace Accesories

BCBGMAXAZRIA
Dolce & Gabbana
 


 To a Stylish Leather & Lace Fall,

XOXO
Divine Style DC
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FALL FASHION TREND: MAD FOR MOTO JACKETS

As the temperatures drop, the MOTO Jacket is a must have fall fashion trend.  This motorcycle jacket can be dressed up for an elegant evening out event to add some fashion and edge, or keep it trendy and cool for a casual look.  Fall's GEMSTONE Colors such as emerald green, burgundy, and cobalt blue grab your eye and take a leather jacket to a whole new fashion level.  Basic black is always on trend but look for texture and embellishment to make your look POP!  Men, go for a stream-lined small collar and fit for a trendy, dressier look.  Opt for a cropped with large lapels, zippers, and studs for a hipster, edgy vibe.

Style Inspiration

   

 

Ladies

3.1 Phillip Lim

Bagatelle

Laundry by Shelli Segal

 

Plus-Size

Halogen

Halogen

   

Men's 

DSquared2

7 Diamond

Adidas SLVR

Happy Styling,

XOXO 

Divine Style DC

EASTER FASHION FOR LADIES AND GENTS

The Easter holiday represents family time and togetherness.  It is often a kick-off to spring fashion and lightness in clothing.  Pastels, bright prints and bold colors, and white look fresh for spring.  Lace dresses are an elegant piece for spring.  Layer with a light weight leather coat or a tweed blazer to look current.  Men, light gray or white pants on the bottom mixed with a pastel pink, blue, or purple shirt or go with a small printed button down.  

Perfect spring color and style with this flare sleeve spring dress, or wear it as a coat. 

 Ali Express, $67.70

Pair this peplum top with a white wide leg pants.  A navy cropped jacket and heels finish off the look.  A cobalt blue pencil skirt would look crisp with a white cropped tweed blazer.  

Maeven Peplum Shirt, $48

Be on trend in this pale pink Alice + Olivia peplum dress.  Stay with neutral colors or pair with bold jewelry, bag or shoes in a bright hue such as purple.  

Alice + Olivia "Tracey" Shiny Peplum Dress, $297

This Kensie lace dress is a younger look with the short flouncy skirt.  Make it pop with bold cobalt blue jewelry and clutch.  Neutral heels pair great with this.  The teal Adrianna Papel lace dress is perfect for more mature ladies.  The color is on trend for spring and pops.  Add a bright colored cardigan with a skinny belt on top to cinch the waist. 

Kensie Lace Dress, $99   Adrianna Papell Lace Fit & Flare Dress, $138

  

Nothing looks crisper than a white button down shirt with printed cuffs and neckline.  The print grabs your eye and gets you noticed! 

Absolute Rebellion Shirt, at Caramel U St. DC

Stripes are on trend for spring.  Go muted or bold with your stripe choice.  Pink is a great color for spring, whether in a lighter shade or bold.  

Nordstrom Smartcare Traditional Fit Dress Shirt, $65  Ted Baker London Trim Fit Dress Shirt, $95

 

Eton Contemporary Dress Fit Shirt, $265

MEN'S SPRING TRENDS 2013

Spring is a kick-off of color and patterns.  Add vibrancy to your looks to appear crisp and fresh.  Pair a spring colored shirt, belt, or shoes with   Prints are a huge men's trend.  Large prints work well when based in a neutral color, such as white, pink, or gray and with a colored print on top.  Wear a printed shirt alone to make a statement or layer it under a jacket or sweater with the collar and cuffs out.  

White is a must have color for spring.  Looks crisp in pants and shorts, but mix in white in leather jackets and belts as well.  Lightweight jackets are a chance to show your flare.  Look for design elements such as zippers.  Bright color jackets in green, blue, and coral are a hit, but navy and white are also on trend for spring.  

Must have pants for spring include white denim (straight leg), light gray and white pants.

Spring Colors:  Layer your look for spring.  White, light gray, and blue pants work well with bold colors such as yellow, emerald green, turquoise blue, and sapphire blue.

Peter Millar Cotton & Cashmere Sweater, $125

Neutral Looks:

Calvin Klein

Prints:

Robert Graham "Brig" Shirt, $228

INC International Concepts Shirt, $59.50

Lightweight Leather Jackets:  White, light gray, pewter, and bone are the colors to have for spring.  Jackets should land at your hips, not longer.  

  

BOSS Hugo Boss, $1295

 

Michael Kors Faux Leather Moto Hipster Jacket, $195   Michael Kors Preforated Leather Jacket, $895

   

Theory Leather Jacket, available at Lost Boys DC, $995 

Lightweight Jackets:

Helly Hanson "Hayden" Jacket, $139.98

  

Robert Graham "Violas" Windbreaker, $168  Michael Kors Leather Trim Zip Jacket, $295

 

Want more style tips for spring?  Contact Divine Style DC!

ROCKIN' THE RED...LADIES & GENTS

As V-Day, aka Valentine's Day, approaches every girl is wanting that perfect look to wear either for a date with their special someone or for a night out with friends.  "Red Dress" parties have become trendy as of late, so don't be last to the style game.  All reds are not the same so be careful if trying to coordinate accessories, shoes, etc. (no matching...that is dated!).  Red is always in style so rock your red look again!

Style Tip:  Accentuate one area of your body, typically chest or legs.  A short, tight-fitted dress with cleavage can look to revealing and cheap.  

Draped neckline and sexy back will grab someone's attention.  BCBG, $198

Perfect to go from the office with a blazer and tights then change into sexy heels and jewels for night.  Mango, $39.99

The deep V neck enhances your bossom and draws your eye.  Hot way to wear lace! Nightcap Dress, $352

Marciano Emilina Red Dress, $228

 

Betsy & Adam Square Neck Lace Overlay Sheath Dress, $69.75 (size 2-14) at Nordstrom's

For older women or ladies who like a more classic look, this dress is perfect for you.  The belt cinches in your waist yet the dramatic neckline draws attention to your face.  Black Halo Classic Jackie O Dress, $327

Another sexy style for the classic woman.  The ruching is slimming and the neckline shows skin and draws attention to your face.  Diane von Furstenberg Bentley Short Dress, $298

Fit and Flare dresses look great on women who are well-endowed in the chest.  The flowy skirt draws attention away from your hips and tummy area while the gathered waist creates a waist line for you.  

Suzi Chin for Maggy Boutique, $78.98 (sizes 2-16) at Nordstrom's

Men's Looks:  Plain red can look a bit dated, so add so flare to your look with a cool neckline and cuffs, add a blazer over top, or a long scarf.  You don't have to mix red with black.  Think navy, chocolate brown, or gunmetal gray.

Pair this shirt with a deep gray blazer leaving the neckline unbuttoned.  Try a black blazer with a contrasting thin knit shirt underneath.  Dark denim and cool shoes complete the look. Topman shirt, $60 at Nordstrom's

A fitted red v neck shirt looks great under a blazer as well as a leather jacket. En Avance Shirt, $78

Stripes or patterns with red in them are a great option.  Roll the cuffs up and add a leather cuff or cool watch.  Pair with a blazer or zip neck sweater as well.  Daniel Cremieux Shirt, $42.50