A Nod to Mod...20's Inspired Flapper Dresses

A Nod to Mod...20's Inspired Flapper Dresses by divinestyledc featuring parker dresses

Lucette v neck dress
$295 - theiconic.com.au

Parker dress
piperlime.gap.com

Sue Wong cocktail party dress
couturecandy.com

Monsoon sequin cocktail dress
monsoon.co.uk

Vince Camuto pleated dress
djpremium.com

Mango dress
$160 - asos.com

COLORED JUMPSUITS

Looking for a new addition to your spring looks or want to make a change to your usual style?  A colored spring jumpsuit is the perfect way to do this.  Jumpsuits are perfect to wear to work during the day.  Add a blazer and neutral heels.  For night, shed the blazer, add bold colored heel and jewelry to make your look stand out!

Cobalt Blue is a vibrant color seen everywhere this spring.  

Rachel Zoe Edith Satin Jumpsuit, $495

Trina Turk Marianela Jumpsuit, $228

 

Zoa Silk Tube Jumpsuit, South Moon Under, $138

Torn by Ronny Kobo Jessie Jumpsuit, $248

 

Parker Kelly Zig Zag Long Jumper, $286

Mossimo Convertible Jumpsuit, Multi Colors Available, Target, $34.99

Same jumpsuit shown a different way.  Perfect with fuchsia or yellow bold jewelry.

Asos Ruffle Jumpsuit with Wide Leg, $44.76 (Blue, Black, or Purple)

BCBGMAXAZARIA Camellia Jumpsuit in Deep Azure, $228

  

BCBGMAXAZARIA Calhoun Jumper, $248

When shopping for a jumpsuit, look for these features.  Wide legs generally are dressier.  The neckline adds interest so if detailed go with a bold cuff or earrings, if more simple add a statement necklace.  If it is a simpler jumpsuit, add a belt to cinch your waist and create interest.

PEPLUM

Peplum is a "short overskirt usually attached to a fitted top, skirt, or dress".  This flap of fabric creates interest and a gathering point for your eye.  Peplum can either be the "center stage" of your outfit or an enhancement in which you can add accessories to jazz it up.  That depends on if the outfit is one color, two pieces, or how big and detailed the peplum is.

Peplum Dresses- great for day or evening.  Dress them up with heels and jewelry for night and a fabulous clutch.

Asos Petite Peplum Dress in Turquoise, Black, or Coral $64.46

Asos Club L Stuctured One Shoulder Dress, $50.13

Le Petite Robe di Chiara Boni, Italian Designer, $498

 

Alice + Olivia Peplum Dress, $264

Peplum Tops- pair with a plain colored pencil skirt in a neutral such as navy or black if wearing a bold color.

Forever 21 Peplum Top, $19.80

Parker Strapless Bustier Top, $187 (Watermelon or Taupe)

New Look Tall Pointe Frilled Peplum Top

Peplum Skirts

Alice + Olivia Peplum Skirt, $198

Tibi Jacquard Skirt, $345

Giambattista Valli Pink Peplum Skirt, Net-a-porter.com

PASTELS FUN!

Pastels are very popular right now but can be tricky to wear.  If your skin tone isn't olive, these colors can wash you out.  So trying wearing a pastel top with a bright necklace or scarf.  Or pastel bottoms with something bolder on top.  The look is not meant to be head to toe pastel, as that look has seen its day.

Dresses
Try a pastel dress adding a neutral colored heel.  In winter, added studded neutrals.  Cameron Diaz is wearing a mint green Akris shirt dress.  This Ralph Lauren dresses simple cut allows for statement accessories, jackets, shoes, and purses to take the center stage. $898.  Missoni's Pale Rose Multi Pastel Belted Dress, is a great way to show design and style, while wearing the pastel trend. $1,372.  Parker Ruffle Side Dress in Sorbet, is the perfect addition for spring and summer.  All around great dress that can be worn daytime or nighttime.  $198.

 

 

Jeans
Colored jeans have been hot all year.  For spring, try wearing jeans in a pastel hue with a bright colored top or a neutral, such as taupe or white.  AG Adriano Goldschmied offers the stilt cigarette jeans in highlighter blue or neon pink. $159.  Tractor jeans "Diedre" cotton-spandex jeans, $82, in mint green.  J Brand Mid-Rise Overdyed Skinny Leg Jean, $169, in a variety of colors.

 

 

Tops

Add a fun colored pastel top.  Perfect with white jeans as it gets warmer out or with dark denim for winter.  Eileen Fisher Drape Neck Jersey Top, $108.  James Perse Off Shoulder Top, $135.

 

Shoes

Add a fun flat, heel, or wedge in a pastel color.  Bring drama to your feet.  The best way to wear pastel colored shoes is not to match your outfit but to contrast.  So if you are wearing a blue dress or pants, try an orange or sherbert colored shoe.  

Rachel Zoe Laura Flat, $235                                                   Miz Mooz Panther Flat, $98

 

Sam Edelman Marina Pump, Flamingo Suede or Turquoise Time Suede, $129.95

 

                                                                               Vince Camuto Ladell Pump, $118.95

WEARING ANIMAL PRINTS IN A NEW WAY

Animal prints have been around for ages in tops, dresses, shoes, and bags.  Today's blog is to show you how to wear animal prints in a new, fashion-forward way.

Try adding animal print in your sunglasses.  This leopard print pair, by Elizabeth and James, $185, adds spark to any outfit.

 


Try animal print in leopard or zebra on a pencil skirt.  BCBG, $198.  Wear with a blousey top or a fitted top and blazer.  Shoe booties add a fun edge or spiked high heels. Michael Kors Zebra Print Pencil Skirt, $895.

A strapless dress in a new print is always a fun option.  Add a silver blazer or leather coat and black studded heels to make the look ultra-modern.  Add a colored jacket to a more every day look.  Parker dress, $111.

Wear a tunic or cut out sleeve top with detail to capture attention.  Michael Kors Taupe Snake Skin Cut Sleeve Ruched Blouse or Michael Kors Zebra Print Chiffon Tunic, $995.

 

 

Try animal print in a faux fur vest, cape, or trench coat.  Not as bold...then try it in gloves, cuffs, or a scarf.  Vest by Lauren Hansen, $129.  Trench coat by Mango, $79.99. Me Jane Cropped Cape, $19.99.

Too timid to try these looks?  Start with adding it in your accessories.  Scarves, necklaces, rings, earrings are all easy additions to any outfit.