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Friday Frocks: White Nights

By |May 31st, 2013|Friday Frocks|

We’ve passed that fashion milestone known as Memorial Day, which traditionally signals the ol’ “go ahead” for wearing white (we know that’s somewhat outdated, but in the off chance you’re a traditionalist…).  The only time of year a little white dress can trump the little black dress, other than your wedding day or perhaps the Oscars, is from June until late August.  So, get your faux glow on and slip into something lighter and whiter to create your own white night.

1. Joie Topaz Silk Dress, 2. Robert Rodriguez Pleated V Neck Cutout Dress, 3. Three Floor Adolescent Sister Dress, 4. Lovers + Friends Crazy in Love Dress, 5. Splendid Voile Mini Dress, 6. OAK Open Back Cotton Jersey Dress, 7. Dolce Vita Kimi Sleeveless Dress, 8. Lucca Couture Knit Cutout Waist Dress, 9. HELMUT Feather Jersey 3/4 Sleeve Dress, 10. Silence & Noise Illusion Stripe Bodycon Dress

Some day my prince will come… maybe.

xx,

WhyDid

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Friday Frocks: Go Long

By |January 4th, 2013|Friday Frocks, Why Did You Wear That?|

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I had to double check that the Super Bowl had not, in fact, already happened.  (It will happen on February 3rd- I Googled it).  That said, my pun stands.  Anyway, in the cold winter months, dressing can become a bit of a bore.  How many different ways can we wear jeans?  And since some of you can’t get it through your pretty little skulls that leggings are not pants, I have come up with yet another option for comfort without sacrificing style.  The maxi dress is often associated with balmy summer nights and backyard barbecues, but I have found the knit long sleeve, slinky maxi dress to be one of my new favorite winter time staples.  There are endless ways to style this look be it a fur (faux) vest over top, layered in gauzy scarves, with flat motorcycle boots or sky high ankle booties.  The maxi dress is as versatile as it is comfortable.

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1. Holy Tee Abbey Lee Mesh and Jersey Maxi Dress, $108, 2. Mason by Michelle Mason Long Sleeve Cutout Maxi, $177.10, 3. Thakoon Addition Carbon Copy Long Dress, $170, 4. Silence & Noise Stella Knit Maxi Dress, $69, 5. Sparkle & Fade Cowl Back Maxi Dress, $59, 6. James Perse Wrap Shoulder Dress, $245, 7. Maison Martin Margiela Knitted Silk Maxi Dress, $398, 8. Pencey Standard Long Layer Dress, $84, 9. Blue Life Pucci Maxi Dress, $165, 10. Sparkle & Fade Scoopback Long Sleeved Maxi Dress, $49

Now play ball, or whatever.

xx,

WhyDid

 

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Why Did You Wear That: You Com-Pleat Me

By |November 23rd, 2010|Celebrity Style, Personal Style, Why Did You Wear That?|

I can’t lie, the lovely Ms. Fox inspired this post. I have had a pair of slouchy pleated pants hanging in my closet for a few months now and every time I put them on, I felt a bit more Ellen Degeneres than Megan Fox. After seeing how hot a pair of simple slacks could look, I was inspired to try again.  A slouchy pleated pant is a great alternative to jeans, leggings, and your regular dress/work slacks. Here are some great pleated options for you to try out as well:

Stella McCartney Pleated Cropped Pants, $595

Bird by Juicy Couture Carrot Silhouette Trousers, $328

Myne Tamara Pants, $210

Something Else by Natalie Wood Slouchy Pleat Front Pants, $117

American Apparel Linen High Waist Pleated Pants, $75

Silence and Noise Pleated Ankle Roll Pant, $58

Charlotte Russe Cropped Pleated Slouchy Pants, $29.50

xx,

WhyDid

Why Did You Wear That: Double the Pleasure

By |November 16th, 2010|Personal Style, Why Did You Wear That?|

I’ve been known to find something I like and purchase it in every color. I think I learned this from my mother… but one can’t really be sure. All I do know, is that when you find something fabulous, there’s no harm in doubling up. Check out these sultry silhouettes that come in several shades then stock up!

Tibi V Neck Draped Dress, $430

Golde Strapless Ruched Chiffon Dress, $398

Rachel Pally Solange Dress, $202

Splendid Novelty Cowl Neck Dress, $126

Free People Downtown Date Dress, $78

Silence and Noise Ruched One Shoulder Dress, $49

Two is better than one!

xx,

WhyDid

Why Did You Wear That: Sexy Back

By |July 28th, 2010|Why Did You Wear That?|

Not sure what to wear on your next hot date? Backs are the new cleavage! Wow him with a little bit of spinal skin:

kainn2010712867_p1_v1_m56577569831986425_254x500Kain Label 2 strap back dress, $119

Picture 1Silence and Noise cowl back shoulder tunic, $32

3231-47817Kimberly Taylor Emily dress, $235

image1xlFrench Connection racerback mini, $117.92

73942036-03Forever21 triple bow back dress, $14.90

Picture 1Nightcap Clothing Victorian sleeveless dress, $305

xx,

WhyDid