OXBLOOD LOOKS OF THE SEASON

Oxblood is the hot color of the season ladies.  Amp up your style by wearing these pieces in a new and subtle way.  

Ellen Pompeo working the oxblood trend in leather leggings and chiffon blouse by The Row.

Rich & Skinny Oxblood Legacy Leather Faux Leather Skinny Jeans, $176

Velvet Gauzy Whisper Filia Dress, $140

Lovers + Friends Love Knocks Dress, $158

Jay Godfrey Bailey Strapless Organza Dress, Oxblood, $440

Velvet Gauzy Whispers Drape Top, $52

Ann Taylor Cascades Stripes Bubble Hem Blouse, $78

Ann Taylor Button Down Blouse, $78 and lace skirt, $84.99

Rebecca Minkoff Mac Daddy Crossbody Bag, $350

Happy Shopping,

-Divine Style DC

FALL'S "IT" DRESS...MAXIMIZE YOUR STYLE WITH A MAXI DRESS

Maxi dresses can be chic for fall.  Change the color, style, and how you accessorize it to make it work for this coming season.  A cropped leather jacket is a great edgy piece to add over the dress.  Go with basic black, or add a pop of color with a bright deep blue or red jacket.  A jean jacket is a casual, cool way to wear maxi dresses into fall.  Great for brunch or a casual weekend outing.  Animal prints, chevron, and bold fall colors, such as mustard, emerald green and burgundy make a statement this fall.  

Young, Fabulous & Broke Vinny One-Shoulder Ombre Maxi Dress, $207

The versatility of this dress makes it a winner.  Add a blazer for work, a jean jacket for the kid's soccer games, or a black leather jacket for a hip evening out.

Ella Moss Vida Striped Maxi Dress, $248

Perfect fall colors and style with the lining and belt in this Jay Godfrey maxi dress.

Jay Godfrey Bell V Neck Maxi Dress, $440

Hi-Lo Trend continues into fall.  Great dress to dress up or down.  Studded heels for edge, peep toe bright purple pumps for night adding a long statement necklace and cuff.

Loveappella Hi-Lo Maxi Dress, $89

T-Bags Printed Satin-Crepe Maxi Dress, $95

Fall Color Trends

Tinley Road Maxi, $89

Michael Stars Halter Maxi Dress, $69.97

 

CITRUS PARTY DRESSES

Citrus colors are very popular for spring and summer.  These colors grab your attention when you walk into a room.  They look great on most skin tones as well and can easily be transitioned between seasons.

Tangerine is a must have color for 2012.  It is the color of the year.  The asymmetrical hem and ruching make this dress stand out.  Rebecca Minkoff Ero Long Dress, $378.

This Kimberly Taylor Bali Dresses flowy yet fitted shape is perfect with bold colored earrings, bracelet, and a clutch.  The lime color is hot this season.  $295

 

This DV Dolce Vita dresses cut out arm detail and lace up V-back makes a statement. $242

 

This Alice + Olivia one shoulder draped dress is great for most figure types.  The fit gives you a shape and figure but the looseness is forgiving.  Great slate to add jewelry and fun high heels.  Go all neutral or do another bold color such as deep purple or blue.  $297

This Halston Heritage dress' side knot is perfect for most figures.  Those that are chest heavy or are concerned with their stomach, the draping hides this.  Also good for athletic builds as the side knot creates interest.  Great to add a statement necklace and bangles.  $295

This Jay Godfrey Klimt High Neck Sleeveless Dress, $325, is perfect to wear to work and then out with friends.  

OUT ON THE TOWN DRESSES

Who doesn't love a fabulous dress when going out at night or during the day on the weekend?  Dresses are simple to pack, and easy to put on adding jewelry and boots, heels, or flats depending on the look you are going for.


This is a slit sleeve dress from BCBG with dolman sleeves.  The fitted bottom gives you great shape.  This is perfect to add a long necklace, bangle bracelet, and fun earrings. $138.

 

This green cut out detail viscose-rayon dress, by BCBG, called Rosetta, $178, is a great daytime option.  Add a fun long necklace and heels in a coordinating color, such as bright blue, or yellow.

This vibrant red color and sleeve detail make this dress a stand out.  Add only bracelets and earrings to let the dress do the talking.  6 Shore Road "Luna Mini Dress", $158.

The bright blue color of this dress captures anyone's eye.  The yellow belt keeps the look fresh and more casual (all blue would be dressier but more outdated).  Fun flirty heeled sandals are a great addition.  Add a colored blazer or cardigan for winter.  Rebecca Taylor Dress, $335.

This Rachel Roy colorblock dress with contrast stiching is perfect for brunch, shopping, or drinks during the day.  Add heeled sandals and a long necklace to wear it out at night. $398.

Charlie Jade, Ya, Jay Godfrey, Haute Hippie are all great designers who make fun going out dresses.  Wear with flats during the day and add heels and jewelry to make it pop at night.