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

 

SPRING 2013 TREND: LASER CUT

Cut outs have been a prevalent trend in evening wear, showing lots of skin.  For spring 2013 designers went with a sexy take on that look, Laser Cutouts.  This intricate detailing is less revealing yet trendy way to show some flare with minimal amounts of skin.  Look for it in dresses, skirts, jackets, and tops.  This style is perfect for layering too.  Add a cardigan, blazer or cropped jacket and once inside take it off and looking sizzling.  Not ready to jump into this trend...then try it in handbags and heels!  

Simply Vera Wang Faux-Leather Laser Cut Top, $36

Asos Three Floor Tough Love Peplum Top w laser cut details, $68.67

Something Else by Natalie Wood Laser Star Dress, $238

 

Donna Morgan Shift Dress, $138

Wear the trend in this season's heels and flats.  Great way to add pizzazz to your look!

Oscar de la Renta Spring/Summer 13

Aldo Shoes Laser Cut Heels "GrandIsland", $69.98

Just Fab Belaria Heels, $49.99

Finish off your look with a laser cut handbag or clutch.Look for two tones in the bag.

  

Big Buddha Vero Hobo, $90

Diane von Furstenberg Laser Cut Leather Clutch, $395

Tory Burch Kelsey Continental Wallet, $235

Happy Styling!

XOXO,

Divine Style DC

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS...THINK PINK!

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month so support the cause wearing PINK!  Any shade of pink can be worn, in as simple things such as earrings and bracelets or go bold in coats, blazers, pants, and dresses.  Here are a few style inspirations...

Chelsea Top Handle Bag, $98 (20% proceeds go to fight Breast Cancer Research Foundation)

Danielle Nicole "Taylor Clutch" in python-embossed faux leather, $78 (3 color combinations available)

Druzy Stones are a hit for fall.  Try this necklace or earrings to glitz your look.

Pink Halo Pendant Necklace, $28                       Pink Halo Druzy Earrings, $24 

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Hot Pink Quartz Earrings, $38                  

Faux Leather Belt Bracelet, $28

  

Tory Burch Studded Bracelet, $95

(15% of proceeds go to Breast Cancer Research Foundation)

Tinley Road Colorblock Ponte Dress, $69

MM Couture Chiffon Dress, $36.99

Shop away and support a great cause,

-Divine Style DC

TUNICS...NEW STYLES FOR SPRING/SUMMER!

Tunics are a great cover-up when heading to the beach or the pool.  But they can also be worn during the day and are a great option for the weekends.  Most designers and clothing stores carry tunics so look for patterns and detailing that you enjoy.  Tunics generally fit all figure types and are a looser top so it looks better paired with skinny pants, thin fit capri pants, or pencil skirts.  Tunics are generally bold in color and style so white is always a good option on the bottom.  If you want to add style and flair, try belting your tunic around the hips area.  Just make sure the belt style does not compete with the detailing at the tunics neckline.

Tops

 Tory Burch Iveta Silk Tunic, $395

Tory Burch Trumpet Sleeve Tunic, $375

C&C California Mosaic Zig Zag Tunic, $128

Charter Club 3/4 Length Sleeve Linen Tunic, $69 (also in yellow)

Keylime & Pink Embellished Print Tunic, $108

Dresses

Alexis VNeck Poncho Tunic Dress in Warm Pastel Stripes, $109.77

J Crew Big Apple Tunic Dress, $150

Boden Glam Jersey Dress, $98

  

Cover-Ups

Vix Swimwear Tie Dye Cover-up Tunic, $74 (in blues, grays, and pink/tangerine options)

WRISTLET CLUTCHES

Running around town during the day and need somewhere to store a few things?  A wristlet clutch is the perfect pouch.  Keep it in your larger purse or bag to have something smaller to use for meetings or events when you don't want your big bag in the way.  

Cole Haan Jitney Wristlet, $48 (Black, Yellow, Green, Purple)

 

Brahmin Debi Patent Leather Wristlet, $95 (Navy)

Michael Kors (Tangerine, Black, White) $68

Tory Burch Robinson Saffiano Envelope Wristlet, $275 (also black, blood orange)

 

Black and White Stripes is always chic.  

Express Wristlet, $24.90

Tory Burch Metallic Wristlet, $155

Marc by Marc Jacobs Leather Tablet Wristlet, $200

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