Showing posts with label polyvore. Show all posts
Showing posts with label polyvore. Show all posts

Tuxedo Shoes

I have discovered, quite possibly, the most debonair shoes ever. They're called "Looking Sharp," and the name is spot on. Tuxedo detail, pink lining, and glitter? I'm in love! Here are 2 ways I would wear these shoes:


Tuxedo Shoes by carmen-boeser on polyvore.com


You can snag a pair of these and other cutting-edge shoes at Vogue Footwear. And, just for you lovely readers, use the code RZ15 for 15% off your purchase! How would you wear tuxedo-clad flats?

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Double Take: Red-Hot Maxidress

If I were to create my own online boutique, it would look very similar to Modcloth. I love the quirky, retro clothes! Their aptly named the "Summer Night Stroll" maxidress is perfect for a day-to-night summer date. On a daytime stroll through the park, wear it with a hot-dog adorned tee and grab milkshakes with your crew. When the sun goes down, don a sexy scarf and sleek clutch. Which look do you like best?

Summer Night Stroll Dress 
P.S.-Did you know Modcloth also has vintage-inspired swimwear? Check it out here!
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Double Take: Pencil Skirt

With a structured blazer and classic pumps, a pencil skirt looks very professional.
For a date, add a simple tee, sassy heels, and a denim vest to balance the flirtiness of the look. 


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Double Take: Cropped Tee

One cropped tank, two different looks, minimal skin exposure. How would you wear a crop-top? (Or would you wear one at all?)
The high-waisted jeans and floppy hat create a cool, retro vibe.
Mix the striped print with a springy patterned short, add a denim jacket for warmth, and slide into neutral sandals.


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Double Take: Jean Shirt

The work week is infinitely more manageable when you tackle your tasks in comfy denim. Here are two chic ways to make your jean shirt work for you!
Wear a denim shirt underneath an A-line dress, add some pumps and a smart bag.
Layer a cropped printed top over your denim shirt, wear sleek black pants, and add your trusty satchel. 


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Double Take: Floral Blouse


One floral blouse, two ways to style it. Which look feels most like "you"?
You'll look delectable in blouse with slouchy boyfriend jeans and sexy pink heels!
Sweeten up your office look by wearing the top beneath an A-line jumper (or on top of it, if you want it to look like a skirt!) with classic nude pumps and a fun chain-link purse.


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Ice Cream, You Scream

I have an insatiable appetite for all things cute. Hello Kitty, stuffed monkeys, miniature shoes, 80s trolls. . . these things instantly bring me to my happy place. I instinctively put painstaking detail into decorations at home and work to ensure that their cute quotient is met. So when I saw a mouth-watering ice cream dress, my internal cute radar screamed, "Sugar crush!" I swiftly bought it for Ruby, even though it will be several months and out of season before she's able to wear it. Sadly, there was no adult version of the delicious dress, but I found more tasty treats to add to my wish list. Fashion + ice cream? I'll take 3 scoops in a waffle cone, please.  
Found at Sprung Boutique. Couldn't you just eat this up?
Ice Cream
River Island button shirt/ Melissa black glitter pumps / Betsey Johnson beige handbag / Cream jewelry/ sweet and lovely brooch






















P.S. - I spied the brooch on local blogger Michelle from Creature Type. See how she styled it here!
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Double Take: Chic Sweatshirt


One geek-chic sweatshirt, a cute rabbit, two outfits. Which one strikes your fancy?


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Mardi Gras Madness

A Mardi Gras look from years past, wearing my mom's vintage leather coat.
In addition to having a World Champion baseball team and hosting the late Alexander McQueen's special exhibit "A QueenWithin," St. Louis is home to the 2nd largest Mardi Gras celebration in the country, rivaled only by the New Orleans' festivities. Despite frigid temps, every year scores of locals and out-of-towners head down to Soulard for beads, hurricanes, floats, the occasional "flash" (use your imagination), more hurricanes, and tasty eats. In my wilder days (OK, fine, last year), I was part of the minions, hopelessly trying to locate random intersections to connect with friends, who of course could not hear their cell phones - not that I could hear mine, or trying to sneak into that gloriously warm house party hosted by a friend-of-a-friend-of-a-friend. In a strange way, it's always kinda fun! If you're braving the insanity this year, here's some style advice from a native:

1. Layers, layers, layers. It will be cold, and you'll be outside for hours. Gulping hurricanes may make you giggle, but will not warm you up. Trust me. My foolproof tactic to avoid shivers? Tights or leggings underneath jeans, hurricanes optional.
2. No heels or overly nice shoes. Mardi Gras involves a ton of walking, and this is a rare time where I'd advise you to put "comfort" near the top of your shoe criteria. Intoxicated revelers + outdoor food = disgusting pavement.
3. Don't forget gloves and a hat, but enough stacked beads can double for a scarf.
4. Go all out. You'll have a large and forgiving audience for your outfit, so if you've got a costume-y hat or day-glow feather boa, wear it!

Ruby's not quite ready for Mardi Gras, so we won't be going this year. What about you - what are you going to wear? Here's what I would wear underneath my coat:
Mardi Gras Outfit




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