Summer Sophistication

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Hey everyone! In this outfit, the items of clothing shown are: a black crop top from American Apparel, white and black-striped nubby shorts from Forever 21, gold gladiators from Juicy Couture, and a gold coin necklace and bangles from Forever 21.

Since it’s summer, that means we can’t get too dressy right? Wrong! Even though it’s summer, that doesn’t mean we can’t still have some fashion fun! An outfit like this can be worn to a barbecue, movie date-night, shopping trip, or if you just feel like getting dressed up. Enjoy your sophisticated summer ;D

~Danielle **

Dressing for a summer date can be tricky…

It’s finally that time of the year. The weather is gorgeous, shorts and flip-flops are in season and are being sold in stores, and there are tons of places to go and have fun! Now, imagine you are going on a date to your favorite place with your crush, but you have no idea what to wear. Read on and I will tell you how to look awesome on your perfect summer date to paradise and how to dress for it.

Going to the beach with your dream date is totally romantic, so start with a t-shirt and shorts or a mini skirt. Under it all, ready to show, wear a swimsuit that is comfortable, affordable, suits your style, and looks cute on you. Stores like Forever 21 and Aeropostale sell swimsuits from bikinis to one-pieces and have designs that are either basic, colorful, patterned, or girly. The price ranges there are about 12-25 dollars. Other stores like Zumiez sell swimsuits that are more hipster-like and have a skater/surfer feel. Prices there range from 7 (when you can catch a sale) to about-20 dollars. Similar stores are Billabong, Tilly’s, and Roxy with prices that are a little higher. Along with the swimsuit, you could also bring a cute pair of matching sunglasses, like wayfarers or aviators and a few string bracelets to touch up your perfect beach date look. If you get cold, and your date doesn’t offer you his hoodie, bring your own with a cut-out neckline to show some shoulder. Most importantly, never forget the sunscreen! You want to protect your skin, not rock the lobster look.

Going on a date to the boardwalk leaves lasting memories, and you want to remember wearing a nice and an appropriate boardwalk outfit. Depending on the weather, many outfits can be worn. For example, a comfy and cute sweater (if the wind is a bit breezy) and jean shorts are a trendy look. Or, instead of a sweater, wear a loose or tight crop top. Whether it has long sleeves, short sleeves, or no sleeves, it all goes nicely together and gives off a chill, but fashionable look. Shirts like these can be found anywhere, from Forever 21, Charlotte Russe, or Pacsun. Prices range from 10-30 dollars. For shoes, sandals would make the outfit a little girly. If the goal is to not look girly, a more casual pick would be loafers or sneakers. When he sees you walking around in this outfit, he’ll want to win you a prize for sure!

Six Flags is probably one of the best places to go on a date. Couples hold hands, go on rides together, and share snacks. What’s not cute about that? On a hang out like this, a girl should wear something nice, but not too fancy. Also, they shouldn’t wear something that would fall off or get in the way. Wearing flip flops are easy to slip on, but once you go on that roller coaster, they will definitely fall off. Walking barefoot around a whole park would not be a good first date. A romper and sandals/gladiators is a nice look because it’s cute, but not too dressy. Another not-over-the-top outfit are overalls and sneakers or sandals. Overalls are casual, but they are so unique that they are not completely so. The fanciness of the outfit can be determined with what shoes you choose. Sneakers would give a more laid back look, while sandals touch it up a little more. These outfits are a little more unexpected, but a loose shirt with just the front tucked in (back hanging out), a unique belt and jeans shorts would be just as nice for a Six Flags date.
six flags look
A movie date always gives a girl a chance to be flirty and a little sparkly with the dimmed lights and choice of movie. No matter what you wear remember to bring a sweater because it may be hot outside but inside is most likely air conditioned. Showing a bit of shoulder is always good on this type of date, whether it be an off the shoulder or sleeveless t with a little bit of sparkle. Make sure you do not wear anything with too many trendy tears or rips, because the last thing you want is for your crush to get his hand caught in one of them as he puts his arm around you trying to shield you from the Horror flick on the screen. Pair this look up with leggings or a layered skirt and sandals with a little (not too high, not too low) kitten heel.

Finally, once you and your crush get a little more comfortable with each other, you two could go to a barbeque. It’s usually warm this time of year and it’s an event that is not too formal but dressy enough. On an occasion like this, wear a basic-colored romper with a statement necklace and bracelets that makes the outfit stand out. Or, wear a romper with pattern (floral, tribal, boho) and a necklace and bracelets but make it simple so that it matches with the pattern. Each could be paired with one-colored gladiators (but that match the color combinations to the outfit). Your guy will definitely notice how cute you look in your outfit as you two are chatting together and eating delicious foods. Another trendy outfit to wear to a barbeque would be high-waisted dark blue shorts and a light colored top (either no-sleeve, cropped, or a t-shirt). Any of these options would look great tucked into the shorts. Match it with a necklace that pops out, like a metallic color in a rusty gold or bronze tone. This outfit can also be paired with gladiators, preferably ones that match the jewelry in the outfit. Dressing like this is a treat for any guy even before you get to the barbeque.
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We have been to the beach, boardwalk, Six Flags, movies, and a barbeque. Try any of these looks, get ideas, and then add your own twist. These outfits are a wonderful way to dress for a fun and flirty classic summer.

Welcome Summer…florals and pastels!

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Summer is now here! Yay 😀 This means crop tops, florals, pastels, and high-waisted shorts are in season! In the pictures shown, I am wearing a pink floral crop top from Forever 21, high-waisted shorts from Urban Outfitters, a brown belt, a gold ball necklace (made myself), bronze gladiator sandals, and as for the bracelets, they are Alex + Ani and Juicy Couture.
It’s very easy to put together a simple crop top and shorts or skater skirt outfit together, but the more difficult part is making the look your own. For example, I like to match certain colors together and accessorize my jewelry in a way that gives me my own look. This can be done by combining different textures or patterns with a more basic clothing item. In my outfit, I have a light pink crop top that is embellished with a flower pattern and is paired with shorts that are a smooth cotton material and one-colored. It’s okay that they’re high-waisted because it’s a little unexpected as opposed to wearing regular short shorts. Next, you need accessories that compliment the outfit. Jewelry is one of the finishing touches that nicely sets the look. I am wearing a simple necklace with a little design (the gold ball). A necklace definitely needs to be worn with the shirt, but nothing too over-the-top. A basic one-colored necklace that agrees with the color of the shirt is a perfect match. Same goes for the bracelets. Alex + Ani bracelets are very popular, and that is probably because they are so fashionable and easy to wear with anything. The golden brass colors of the bracelets perfectly match with the vintage-y colors in the outfit and picks up the color of the shoes too. As for the shoes, gladiators are very in during the summertime, they are comfortable, cool (because of the openings between the straps) and stylish in appearance.
Making your own summer look will have people wanting your summer wardrobe! Have fun mixing different styles, textures, and patterns together and have a very fashionable summer! 🙂

~Danielle **

Street Smart Chic

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Walk through the streets in this outfit! I am wearing a pink Juicy Couture jacket, grey Mossimo jeans, pink and grey Adidas sneakers, a grey undershirt, and a silver Tiffany & Co. necklace.

In an outfit like this, there is so much you can do. Someone can go to the park, go skateboarding, walk around, or just do whatever, but it’s also pretty enough to have lunch in if you want to go out to a fancy-ish place. A look like this is easy to get. You need a tight hoodie jacket, skinny jeans, sneakers (preferably high-tops), and a thin statement necklace that’s not too big to get in the way of your activities. Make sure that the items you are picking are color-coordinated and admirable. You wouldn’t want to go out to eat in a jacket, jeans, and shoes that look like gym clothes…unless you were going to a gym. This outfit gives off a casual, chill vibe but is also cute and has a niceness to it. In other posts, I have said that you can combine looks. Well, this is another example. Combining looks can be very easy if you put the right articles of clothing together. Anyways, good luck with picking your street smart outfit. If you’re wearing this outfit around, then you are street smart and book smart!

Punk School Girl

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Hey, everyone! Want to look preppy but not have a total sophisticated look? Read on and i’ll show you how!

In this outfit, I am wearing a brown leather jacket from Forever 21, a red and black plaid skirt from Hot Topic, high-knee black socks, Gucci loafers, a Nina Ricci gold necklace, and a gold Marc by Marc Jacobs bracelet (on right hand).

If you have a specific look in your mind, like a 100% preppy look, then that’s good! If you want to mix it with another look, that could be a little tough. One may wonder, “What looks should I mix together?” or, “What should I wear to give this specific look?” To answer these questions, all you have to do is think of the styles you want to mix, get an idea in your head, and then start picking out items of clothing and mixing it together. For example, I have a preppy school girl outfit, but I made it a little more than a Miss Perfect preppy look. I added a punk, edgy feel. To do that, I had the preppy idea, but then I thought of something I could mix with that. I then thought, “Hey, a punk look would be cute!” Then, I started thinking of what to add. Well, I know that preppy girls wear plaid skirts and high-knee socks. So, I picked those out, but instead of picking out the typical bright colored and girly plaid skirt, I chose one with some darker colors than one would not normally expect of from a preppy girl. Same goes for the socks. Instead of white socks, I chose a darker color to match the skirt, which is black. Then, I chose black loafers with a little gold buckle (the little bit of gold compliments the gold in the necklace and bracelet). Loafers are a perfect preppy look, and they don’t have to be Gucci. They could be found at Forever 21. Next, I chose a plain black t-shirt to match with the colors in the skirt, socks, and shoes. Remember, pick colors that go together. The gold necklace and bracelet adds to the gold in the shoes, and it also makes the outfit a little brighter along with making the outfit less dark. If you do that, pick a bright color that goes with the outfit. Finally, the jacket goes with the outfit because it’s a dark color and it goes along with the look. If you chose a black jacket, that would be too much of the same colors. The brown makes it a tiny bit less darker.

Good luck with making your own two-themed outfit!

Casual Runway Look

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Want to look casual but in a stylish way? In this outfit, I am wearing an Emilio Pucci jacket, a tan shirt, blue jeans, an Oscar de la Renta necklace, and Christian Dior high-heel boots.

Just because someone wears heels, it does not mean they are going to an elegant ball. Even though this outfit is a little more than the everyday look, it is somewhat casual with the neutral colors. To have a casual outfit that is in high fashion at the same time, wear casual heels with basic clothing, like a neutral colored shirt and basic jeans or leggings. Then, add a bold statement necklace that adds a very unique and stylish touch. Look like this, and you will be rocking the runway meets casual look.

French Sailor

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Sailor meets fashion in this adorable french sailor look. In this outfit, I am wearing a Moschino jacket, Tiffany & Co. gold key necklace, blue and white striped lace shirt, light blue ripped John Eshaya jeans, and Por la Victoire boots.

This outfit has a lot of nice details going on. First, there are stripes. Secondly, there are gold hearts. Then, there is a big silk bow. Also, there are rips on the jeans. Lastly, there are some different colors in the outfit that you would not normally put together. This is mixing textures and colors together to give an outfit a unique look of your own. If you combine different colors that you would not normally think of putting together, try it out, because you may be pleasantly surprised. Sometimes there are colors that one wouldn’t think goes together but once they try it, they like it. Next, try putting together different textures, such as I have with the stripes, bow, hearts, and rips. They all combine cutely to make a sailor look (stripes),  a french twist (silk bow and gold hearts), and a bit of an edgy feel (rips on jeans). Try to get out of your comfort zone a bit and wear your heart on your sleeve, your stripe, your bow, or your rips.

Juicy Hip-Hop

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Black and gold just go perfectly together in this Juicy Couture/Hip-hop combination. I am wearing a black and gold Juicy sweater, slim black and gold Juicy Couture sweatpants, Gucci loafers, and a sparkly gold Juicy Couture bird ring.

I decided to go for a hip-hop look, but I wanted to add some designer style to it! In every outfit, I try combine colors just right so that they contrast and match perfectly with one another. As seen in this outfit, I have some gold color from each of the items while black covers the rest of the outfit. Try to pick out two colors, and have one color show a little less than the other color so that the one color does not empower the whole outfit. Or, if you want to wear the same amount of two or more colors, put the colors in different places of the outfit so that it does not look like a big clump of a color.

 

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