Save or Splurge: Bow Blouse Trend

Who wouldn’t want to splurge $ 5000 on a pair of pants (see Balmain), but for most of us it’s not a reality. Thankfully, there are so many options today when it comes to fashion, that we can easily recreate all sorts of look, like here, for much less money.

How To Wear Bow Blouses

This year, we will be seeing a lot of 70s fashion trend, and one of the staples in this trend are the bow blouses. They are feminine and elegant, something Blair Waldorfappreciates, and can dress up any outfit.

• In order to make them current and suitable for 2011, wear the bow blouse with a pair of skinny jeans, some (p)leather pants or shorts or a leather skirt. Use jewelry, in form rings and bracelets to make the look more current. Stay away of necklaces and chandelier earrings because the bow on the blouse is

• In order to keep the elegance and the classic feel of the blouse and recreate that 70s feel, wear the blouse with a pair of flare pants or a pencil skirt! Bow blouses are a nice way to make your work wardrobe a little more trendy. In stead of wearing a regular white shirt, go for a silky bow blouse and to make it a little more fun, choose a bow blouse in a colorful pattern, which will give you the perfect spring look!

Save Or Splurge?

If you’re feeling like splurging and investing in some luxurious pieces, this is the way to go. You will no doubt feel like a million dollars in this outfit. But it will cost you!

If you on the other hand need to think about paying rent and other bills and eating, this is the option for you. This outfit has the exactly the same feel as the one above, however it leaves you with a little more balance on the account!

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Why People Love Jennifer Aniston’s Style

She is one of those girls that nearly everyone loves. She is the girl next door, sweet, natural, funny and she got dumped for one of world’s most beautiful women. Her fashion style is often admired by many. But why? What is it that she does, that makes people so interested in the way she looks?

The characteristics of Jennifer’s style

Jennifer’s style can be characterized by following:

• simple, casual and effortless
• sporty, but elegant
• tight, but not revealing
• feminine, but not girly

Her outfits are never too busy as she stays away from layering. Her outfits consist only of a few items and her main accessory seems to be scarves. Her clothes are very tight, but she seldom reveals too much skin, which makes her very classy and elegant, but still very sexy.

The tight jeans and shirts, fitted jackets, and colourful scarves give her a modern and feminine, but at the same time sophisticated look, that any woman no matter what age can sport. Her style is timeless!

It’s simple, recognizable, people identify with it and everyone can have that style no matter what age, income or profession.

So how do you get Jennifer Aniston’s style?

Here’s what you need to have in your wardrobe. I have chosen items in all price ranges to show that her style really is affordable. Items like jeans I would reccomend investing in, as better quality and design usually means better fit!

1. Straight and wide leg jeans – Jennifer really loves straight leg jeans and is rarely seen in skinny jeans. She still sports this style, even though most of us have moved on to the skinny jeans! Straight leg jeans will elongate your leg and make your hips look smaller in comparison to skinny jeans. Here are some choices from Rich and Skinny andJ Brand:

2. When it come to blouses, tops and cardigans stick to the basics to begin with. You’ll need at turtleneck, a white shirt and a cardigan along with regular t-shirts. Here are some examples from H&M, Forever 21 and Debenhams:

3. You need a pencil skirt. If you’re not into skirts, get inspired by reading Get Over Your Skirt Phobia! Here are some choices from Forever 21, Arden B. and Dorothy Perkins:

4. Scarves are used as an accessory by Jennifer Aniston. I recommend buying some coloured scarfs as the rest of the colour palette is mostly black, grey and white. Take your hair and eye colour into consideration when choosing a scarf. These four great scarves are from American Vintage, Topshop, DKNY and John Lewis.

5. You need to have one nicely fitted blazer in your wardrobe if you don’t have one already. Worn with a pair of jeans, a plain t-shirt and some high heels, you’re ready to go to any lunch date any day!

6. Little Black Dress. Jennifer uses the fitted black and sometimes grey dress both during the day and night. This kind of dress gives you a powerful, sophisticated and feminine look. Be inspired by beautiful dresses from D&G , Godiva and Dorothy Perkins.

7. High heels and boots. Jennifer loves looking tall and is almost always in high heel – who can blame her?! Here are some sexy shoes for every occasion. Boots from Nine West, Pumps from Christian Louboutin and sandals from Aldo.

8. One of Jennifer’s best features is her gorgeous hair – it always look healthy and radiant – to get hair looking like that, try the GHD IV styler! Ever since I bought mine almost a year ago I have been in hair-heaven. It both irons and makes curls!

So there you have some inspiration if you would like to have a style like Jennifer Aniston!

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7 Items You Should Not Save Money On

Saving money on clothes is never a bad thing and today it’s very easy to find fashionable

 clothes for less money. Stores like Forever21,H&M, Topshop, Modcloth andDorothy Perkins offer the latest trends at very affordable prices. Trends are changing as we speak and every day we see something new we want to buy. If you like to follow all the latest trends and you are not Paris Hilton and the cash flow isn’t constant, these stores are the go-to place.

7 Things You Need In Your Wardrobe

But there are some things that are worth spending a little more money on – or as I like to think of it; investing in.

The Perfect Pair of Jeans

Finding a perfect pair of jeans can be a hard job. And even though you can find a pair of jeans that fit you great for $ 10, not being frugal when looking for the perfect pair of jeans is essential. The structure, quality and design differs so much and in my experience, the jeans that have fit me perfectly and that I’ve had for 4-5 years without the color fading and the structure changing have been designer jeans.

Sunglasses

We all use and need sunglasses no matter where we live. Finding a pair of sunglasses that fits you can be a difficult thing; they’re either too wide, too small, too big or simply not in your taste. Going to a store that specializes in selling glasses and sunglasses can therefore be a great idea. Buy yourself a good pair of classic sunglasses that you can have for many, many years. Or until you sit on them!

A (p)leather jacket

A leather jacket never goes out of style. It’s one the classics and ever so often they become a huge trend. So investing in a good quality leather or pleather jacket is very recommendable. No one is too young or too old to wear a (p)leather jacket, all depending on the style of it of course, so buy a classic looking jacket in a color that you will not get tired of.

(P)leather Gloves

If you live somewhere where it’s sunny most of the year, maybe this is not important, however if you live in a country where you need to have a pair of gloves, invest in a good pair, that you can have many years to come. Just like the (p)leather jacket, leather gloves never go out of style!

Boots (and shoes in general)

Women love shoes. That’s no secret. And we want to have many of them. When it comes to shoes, quality is essential. If you wear high heels a lot, you know what I’m talking about. When it comes to comfort, there is a big difference between shoes. And every woman should have a good pair of black boots!

The Bag

We love shoes and some of us love bags even more. Finding that perfect bag that will follow you around wherever you go is a great thing. Invest in a quality bag that you can have as long as you want. A classic color and design are essential as you will then be able to pair the bag with any jacket or any pair of shoes.

A Watch

Having a watch is not a must, but if you are a watch-person, it’s a good idea to invest in one of great quality and design. Watches are worn a lot as accessories and they are very visible. You need to find a watch that you are comfortable looking at many times a day.

Spending the money

Now, these items are not necessarily supposed to drive you to bankruptcy and if there is one group of people the recession has been beneficial to, it’s the fashionistas. Sales have gone wild this year and you can buy so many things for so little money.

Buying one expensive designer item, whether it’s on sale or not, satisfies the need of that particular item, because it’s the best you could find in your taste. When you buy a cheap watch there will always be another watch that is better for more money or just as good for the money you spent, so you keep buying because “This one only costs 20 dollars anyway”.

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Brighten Your Wardrobe With Floral Prints

In 2010 fashion trends, I wrote about floral prints being one of the hottest trends and we are already seeing them taking over the spring fashion lines. I have not always been keen on wearing floral prints – they were hard to incorporate into an outfit without looking dated or like a hippie, I thought.

Lately, I have been seeing the most beautiful floral prints around and thinking of ways to bring them into my wardrobe and I have fallen in love so much that I have even bought a pair of floral printed tights! Now, if that doesn’t scream unconventional and strong flower-look, I don’t know what does!

How To Wear Florals

These beautiful summery floral prints really do bring sunshine into the wardrobe. They make you look fresh and happy no matter how you feel and that sends out great vibes! Floral prints can make any outfit look more young and trendy and this year it is not only about floral dresses, but floral everything!

PRODUCT INFO: Dress - Hat – Belt – Purple Shoes – Handbag – Dress – Dress with belt – Shoes

• Floral print dresses are a must-have – it’s a complete look and you don’t have to worry about accessorizing – the dress is an accessory on its own.

• A floral cardigan can make any boring black outfit live up and look more trendy and fresh – wear a floral print cardigan to work over your usual black dress or blouse with some black pants in stead of a blazer.

• Floral tights can freshen your wardrobe instantly and they are not at all costly. If you are not ready to throw on a lot of flowers with a floral dress, start slowly with some floral print tights. Wear them with a pencil skirt and a pretty blouse!

• Floral accessories are also a good way of incorporating florals into your wardrobe. Especially floral print bangles are a good way to show off the floral trend! A floralscarf is also a great choice!

• Floral shoes are a bold statement and a great choice if you want to stand out in a crowd. Now, there is a difference between floral print shoes – there are the flats (picture below) and regular floral shoes (picture above). While the flats can be worn by anyone and look great, to me, the regular shoes with a floral print, demand a distinct personal style to pull of.

PRODUCT INFO: Rings – Clutch – Flats – Scarf – Bag – Flats with bow

When it comes to floral prints there are many choices in 2010. From dresses, skirts, blouses and jackets to shoes, belts, handbags and earrings… So be creative and create the floral look that is just right for you. Don’t go over the top – you don’t want to look like a garden – but don’t be afraid to try florals out either. They will make you look happy and fresh – and isn’t that what we want to radiate?

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How To Wear Leather Shorts

For a while now, leather skirts have been trending, but lately leather shorts have joined the game. Personally, I love this piece of clothing – I’ve seen girls wearing them, not many, but some, and they all looked great. But when I think of wearing leather shorts I think of a little too sexy Madonna in the 80s… In some way, they intimidate me – I don’t want to look like the modern day ‘Pretty Woman’ if you know what I mean.

But there are so many opportunities to make the leather shorts more ‘wearable’ – you can make them more elegant and innocent in a second by following just a few steps and you’ll still have a trendy and edgy look!

Add a pair of black, wool tights (meaning; stay away from the sheer ones), tuck the blouse into the shorts and pull your hair back into a bun. You’ll have a feminine, but edgy look that is suitable for any situation. It’s great for a lunch with your girlfriends, a movie date or a shopping trip!

Tips To Get The Look…

If you’re lusting for a pair of leather shorts, but you’re not sure how much you’re going to be wearing them and maybe you want to save rather than splurge, worry not! Like with any other trend, high street brands have made it possible for everyone to be fashionable in leather shorts! So instead of paying $ 400, you can find a pair for $ 90! There’s also the option of buying designer clothes on sale and having them for a long time!

❝ Soften out the look by choosing soft, feminine colors to go with your shorts.❞

❝ Wear a pair of tights (black or in your favorite color) to make the look less ‘revealing’.❞

❝Wear a pair of flats or a pair of wedges in stead of high heels, in order to make the look more ‘day’ appropriate.❞

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LifeStyle: How To Stay Polished During Fall/Winter

LifeStyle: How To Stay Polished During Fall/Winter: A s the temperatures are dropping and the days seem to get shorter and shorter, we all need something to give us an extra boost to get thro...

How To Stay Polished During Fall/Winter

As the temperatures are dropping and the days seem to get shorter and shorter, we all need something to give us an extra boost to get through the gloom, fall can bring. Three elements will make you feel as decadent as the riches of Paris runways despite having to get practical for the weather. And the classiest ladies have these down to a tee!

Take Care Of Your Hair

Crucial to the perfect rich fall look is great hair. Now, we don’t need to spend hours in front of the mirror in the dark, early mornings to create extravagant looks. It is all about soft, healthy, shiny and luscious hair! How to get hair like that? Good products!

• Invest in a good shampoo that is suited for your type of hair and look for plenty of moisture this season.

• Also, you need a conditioner. Preferably, one to detangle and a leave-in conditioner to protect against the elements.

• Ask your hairstylist for advice on which products are good for your hair type and your specific style.

• Say goodbye to static hair by investing in an ionic or ceramic hair dryer. It leaves hair shiny, and does not dry out your hair. Remember to coat your hair with something before you start to use your tools like silk oil for example.

If you have the right tools, it is easy to maintain gorgeous hair. It will not take you more time than usual and it’s an investment you will cherish and love any season.

Get Your Skin Glowing

My grandmother and mother always told me, the secret to beautiful skin is moisturizing, moisturizing, moisturizing. You will be happy when you have amazing skin at 50!

• Choose a moisturizer that you love and benefits your skin. It does not need to be expensive, or very thick, just try out one that feels nice.

• Hydrate after showering or before you go to bed. Focus on your facial skin a little extra too.

• I know it feels good to splash warm on your face, but it dries out skin and doesn’t close pores. Because the weather is not that icy yet, focus on night recovery.

• Opt for a richer night cream or a special serum to give your skin that boost. This way your regular day cream should still suffice for quite some time.

• Another good option is using facial oil. It penetrates the skin on a deep level and thus is very beneficial.

• Don’t forget about your neck! This is one of the things that tells age and care more than anything. That and….hands!

Soft Hands All The Time

Your hands are the first that show signs of the weather change, your cuticles get drier, your skins feels tight. Keep your hands moisturized, because it is completely unfashionable to have bad nails.

• Buy a good hand cream and schmear it on, all day, everyday! This is just a matter of trying different ones until you find the one that you love. Your nails and cuticles will look so much better and make your manicure look perfect.

• Your manicure is also a great way to show colour this fall! Use a good base coat and good topcoat for long lasting colour. Don’t forget: colour two coats, see-through one coat. Make sure you keep your nails short when keeping them natural.

• Keep toenails nice and groomed, and moisturize when you’re doing the rest of your body! Gold is the perfect colour for star quality toes this fall!

Spending this time will reflect not only in your look, anything you wear, but how you carry yourself! Fall is about elegance, luxury and richness. Feeling good is the best start you can have to rocking some killer heels or a dramatic cape. Remember, the devil is in the details! Oh, and play some good music in your mind while you’re strutting down the streets this fall!

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How To Get Soft Hands In 10 Minutes

When it comes to summer, everyone’s focus and priority are the feet and making them soft and ready for summer sandals – but what about the hands? Here’s how to get and keep your hands soft all year!

Peeling

Just like you treat your face to a soft peeling once a week (you really should, if you are not already) you can ‘peel’ your hands to make them soft and gentle to look at and touch.

All you need is a little honey, a few drops of lemon and a table spoon of sea salt.

Mix those ingredients together and rub your hands for a few minutes. Your hands will feel like new instantly! Do this every now and then and especially during winter or summer, when the skin dries out.

Moisturize

Naturally, after a peel, you should moisturize with a rich hand cream. However, make it a habit to use hand cream every night before you go to sleep  - you’ll wake up with the softest hands!

Always keep a little hand cream in your handbag and make sure to apply it once or twice a day after washing your hands. You’ll instantly see results!

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