FABULOUS LOOKS FOR FOURTH OF JULY!!!

Fourth of July is a time to celebrate our Nation and look fabulous while you are doing it.  Whether you are at the beach, on a boat, at a BBQ, or anywhere else look chic with mixing blue, red, and white.  Causally pair pieces together to play off each other, such as a print with solids or mixing colors together.  Here is style inspiration and how to wear them.

 

 

For a BBQ or casual get together, pair this Felicity & Coco High-Low Dress with strappy espadrilles.$78  This blue striped halter maxi with sheer skirt mixes casual chic with sexy. Felicity & Coco dress, $78

 Mini dresses can be trend and chic when you add some flare.  Go for a bold print, such as this Victor Dress by Nell Couture, $196 at Luna.

 

Pile on the bling to jazz up this MinkPink strapless dress, $69.

 A patterned or print shirt is a trendy option.  Pair with a mini skirt, or skinny fit capri denim for a chic look.

Susana Monaco Silria Top, $128

Finish off your look with fabulous accessories.

Rainbow Spike Wrap Bracelet, $22 (red, blue, & other colors)

  

Kendra Scott Delilah drop cobalt blue earrings, $75

COLLAR NECKLACES...MIXED METALS FOR FALL

Statement necklaces have been big for over a year.  But this fall Collar Necklaces will change that style slightly.  Collar necklaces are statement pieces that stay amongst the collar line of your shirt or top.  Mixed metals, gold, siler, bronze with crystals are how you will amp your look for fall.  These pair nicely with a statement bag and heels with metal elements (or flats).

 J Crew

Nordstrom's BP Rhinestone Collar Necklace, $18

Lux Accessories Rhinestone Metal Bib Necklace, $48

Bauble Bar Buried Treasure Necklace, $42

J Crew Woven Gold Necklace, $128

Oscar de la Renta Gold Leaf Collar Necklace, $695

Asos Statement Pharaoh Collar Necklace, $41.72

Glam up your look this fall with mixed metals and collar necklaces.  What will you have around your neck?

Xoxo,

-Divine Style DC

NEON BRIGHTS

Are everywhere this season?  Some of us grew up in the 80's and remember wearing these.  But regardless of your age and style, there are easy ways to incorporate this trend into your wardrobe.  To ease in to this trend, add neon in your jewelry.  Bright earrings punch up any look.  Try a neon flip flop if at the beach or a neon cross-body bag or clutch.  High heels are a great place to add a little color and flare.

The difference the current neon trend versus the older is that neon can also be a bright pop of color versus the day glow colors of the past.  Both are popular but wear what you are comfortable with.  Playful green (a duller version of bright neon lime green), oranges (which can include tangerine), bright pink (fuchsia and brighter), yellow are all great colors to add to a look.  Make your look stand out with a bold/bright color.  

Laundry by Shelli Segal Asymmetrical Satin Hem Dress, $365

Arden B Neon Maxi Dress, $69

Karina Grimaldi Florence Neon Wrap Dress, $223

Asos Rare High Neck Dress, $38.11

 Arden B Chiffon Maxi Dress, $108

Neon Wrap Dress, $120 (size Small-Large)

Frochikie Lime Green Lace Shorts, $34

Patterson J Kincaid Chiffon Blouse, $54-$75.60 (coral or yellow)

Bauble Bar Color-block Boho Drops, $34

 

Antonia Bee neon and crystal bracelet stack, $42 (5 neon color combinations available)

High Fashion Handbags Clutch, $78

 

Neon down to your feet, in heels, sandals, flip flops and sneakers!

Asics, $79.99

Union Bay Faux Leather and Canvas Flats, $45

Most accessories stories have a collection of neon jewelry out now, from the high-end to the low-end you can find this trend.  Lou-Lou's Boutique carries this in the local Northern VA, DC, and MD area.

WEEKEND BBQ LOOKS

As Memorial Day quickly approaches and the weather has been nice, BBQ's will be happening.  Women always want to know what are different options they can wear to look stylish yet not over done at a bbq. The first suggestion is mixing pieces.  Wear a sundress with flip flops, or a casual tank top with metallic shorts.  

Here are three styles and ideas to incorporate this BBQ season.

Casual & Chic:  Try this trend wearing a metallic short with a relaxed tank top, necklace, and jeweled sandals.

 Limited Beaded Tank Top, $36.90                                  Club Monaco Marianna City Short, $69.50

Jones New York Necklace, $48                         Ivanka Trump Valerie Sandal, $150

Cute & Classic:  Try a striped dress in navy and white, or in colors.  Add a fun long necklace to create interest.  Or wear a white linen shirt with bright colored shorts and chunky espadrilles.

Tinley Road Long Sleeve Wrap Dress, $49.50       Bauble Bar Blueberry Chains Necklace, $24       

 

C. Luce Colorblock Pleated Dress, $69

Trendy & Cool: Wear a maxi dress in a bold print or a sundress with bold wedges and cat eye sunglasses.  Patterns are great to mix and match for this look.

Trina Turk Bali Hai One Shoulder Dress, $146                 MIA Milan Sandal, $79.95

 

TT Collection Shrimpton Silk Maxi Dress, $396  Rachel Zoe Kayne High Wedge, $325

 

Miu Miu Glitter Gold Cat Eye Sunglasses

FRESH SPRING WORK LOOKS

Sometimes waking up in the morning and trying to find something to wear to work can be exhausting or you feel like you have already worn what you own.  Spring/summer 12 looks are here but you don't have to completely buy a new wardrobe to wear the trends or to update you look.  You can wear one dress and change the style daily by swapping out the shoes, your handbag or work bag, and the jewelry.  Purchasing a few new necklaces or earrings in this spring's bright shades will make any of your clothes look newer and fresh, without having to break the bank.

If you do want to update your clothing, try peplum.  This flap of fabric at the waist emphasizes your waist and makes it appear smaller.  This can be found on skirts, dresses, jackets, and tops.

Yves Saint Laurent Lace Jacquard Vest, $2,490

Bright Necklaces

Tarina Tarantino Fuchsia Lucite Beaded Necklace, $70  

  

Bauble Bar Fuchsia Resin Links Necklace, $58 

Bauble Bar Neon Colorblock Necklace, $http://www.lilacbijoux.com/store/ProductInfo.aspx?productid=9059-162

Lilac Bijoux Cheap and Chic Mika Necklace, $34

Bangles and Cuffs-great to add a bright something on your wrist to enliven an outfit.

Signature Style Cosmopolitan Bracelet, $26

Signature Style Princess Bracelet, $28

Bold Colored Earrings

Bauble Bar Fluoro Boho Drops, $34

 

The Limited Crown Setting Drop Earrings, $19.90

Signature Style Ocean Spray Earrings, $32