Wednesday, April 20, 2011

Why We Love the Wrap Dress (And You Should Too!)

Banana Republic

There is no other dress that spans the spectrum of flattery for ALL body types.  The wrap dress is IT!  If you don't own a wrap dress, you need to go get one right NOW!

The wrap dress is one of the easiest wardrobe pieces to wear.  Think of it as "the gorgeous no-brainer".  Diane Von Furstenberg has been perfecting this dress for decades.  Forgiving of figure flaws, wrinkle free, and designed in every color under the rainbow, you will surely find one that speaks to you.

Diane Von Furstenberg

Perhaps you wish to channel your inner Audrey Hepburn?  Transition effortlessly from day to evening in this LBD... it's polished and sexy at the same time.

Diane Von Furstenberg

Perhaps you wish to walk a little bit more on the wild side?  A vibrant color and bold pattern will certainly make you stand apart from the crowd....

Diane Von Furstenberg

This cool breezy print conjures up a lunch date in West Palm Beach....or a spring fundraising meeting...

Diane Von Furstenberg

A transitional dress that works well for the office by day, and dashes off to cocktails and dinner by night.  Note: not a wrinkle to be found eight hours after slipping it on!

Diane Von Furstenberg
Looking for a little bit more formality as you breeze off to a luncheon or spring wedding?  The wrap dress will never fail to look polished and neat...

J. Crew

J. Crew
Note how two different colors so dramatically change a dress....This is a sweet and feminine option for a special occasion.

Donna Ricco
No matter what your body silhouette, the wrap dress is super feminine.  It flatters, it drapes well, it hugs us in all the right places. It is classic and sexy.  The knit fabrics travel well and holds up from day into evening.

 If you don't have one in your closet, we are wondering WHY? You simply must go get yourself a wrap dress right now!

You're Welcome!


Monday, April 18, 2011

Instant Polish : The Spring Trench Coat


BenoƮt Peverelli for Flammarion

Spring weather can be fickle. What can you effortlessly throw on to nip that chill while simultaneously adding instant polish to your ensemble?

The trench of course!

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It's a timeless look.

 This spring we suggest hip length or just below

Nordstrom

Unless your silhouette is more flattering in a three-quarter length. 


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 Play it safe in a neutral or be daring and standout from the rest. 


Photo credit: Patrick Demarchelier 

So many fun alternatives to the classic tan trench.

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Most are available in lightweight fabrics just perfect for this time of year.





Shopbop
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If you are one of the lucky ladies with a small waist, cinch away and put it on display.






If you are voluptuous with ample bosom be wary of the double breasted styles. Single breasted styles are preferable. 


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 Trenches are great for business looks, casual looks and even evening looks depending on the fabric.

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Keep it simple and be simply chic.