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Friday Frocks: Festival Ready

By Kirsten|April 12th, 2013|Friday Frocks|

Whether you’re planning on getting down and dirty at a music festival or just bopping around town running errands this weekend, there is no better time than now to channel your inner Stevie Nicks. You know she’s been itching to get out. The look is effortlessly feminine with just a little bit of edge. Take it easy with the footwear, opting for flat sandals or suede booties and leave hair loose and tousled. Layer long necklaces and don’t be afraid to load on the bangles.

1. Free People Love Bird Dress, 2.Forever 21 Floral Lace Strapless Hi Lo Dress, 3. Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vincent Reversible Plunging Neckline Dress, 4. Vanessa Bruno Printed Silk Georgette Dress, 5. Young Fabulous & Broke Dalls Drizzle Stripe Dress, 6. MINKPINK Bohemian Mini Dress, 7. Skaist-Taylor Sydney Beaded Cotton Gauze Dress, 8. Ecote Knit Halter Maxi Dress, 9. Urban Renewal Drop Waist Knit Dress, 10. Forever 21 Boho Lace Dress (ditch the belt)

Lightning strikes, maybe once, maybe twice… and it all comes down to you.

xx,

WhyDid

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Why Did You Wear That: Stay Fly

By Kirsten|July 18th, 2012|Why Did You Wear That?|

The worst part about traveling to me is the process (followed in close second by packing). Getting through the airport is a simple form of hell. Having to stand barefoot in security is bad enough, but the mere thought of my skin touching the seat freaks me out (FYI- I have the same problem with movie theaters). The short answer to this problem would be to layer on as much protective layers as possible, but in case you missed the memo, it’s hot out. So what does one wear when it’s 95 degrees and about 1000% humidity? Here’s a hint: It’s absolutely NOT a Juicy tracksuit.

1. Forever 21 Metallic Trapeze Tank, $15.80, 2. Urban Renewal Gauze Bell Bottom Pant, $39.00, 3. Sam Edelman Gigi T Strap Sandals, $70, 4. alice + olivia Phoebe Mid Length Slim Dress, $176, 5. Cooperative Applique Ballet Flat, $34, 6. KAIN Label Pocket Tank, $80, 7. Forever 21 Sheer Abstract Maxi Skirt, $13.50, 8. Ecote Soleil Thong Sandal, $29, 9. Gucci Round Frame Metal Sunglasses, $325, 10. Dorothy Perkins Black Flyaway Cardigan, $29, 11. See by Chloe Ambre Big Tote, $550

Please remember that you can be comfortable without wearing printed pajama pants to the airport. Pull yourself together, sister… you never who might be in the next seat.

Stay fly.

xx,

WhyDid

Why Did You Wear That: We’re Doing Denim

By Kirsten|July 11th, 2012|Celebrity Style, Why Did You Wear That?|

I realize that the mere mention of “denim shirt” may conjure up images of mullets, Canadian tuxedos, and probably a can of Miller Lite, but in the past few weeks, celebrities and style stars alike have proven that there are several very stylish ways to wear a denim shirt. While Billy Ray is probably not your style icon, he’s notorious for sporting the style. Take a deep breath and instead channel your inner Kate Bosworth, who showed us how to do denim on denim like a pro. Not sure denim on denim is for you? There’s a plethora of other stylish ways to pair your denim top. Try one of these or mix and match:

1. Topshop MOTO Sleeveless Denim Shirt, $56, 2. Forever 21 Short Floral Skirt, $11.80, 3. AG Adriano Goldschmied Dakota Denim Shirt, $95.99, 4. Urban Renewal Destroyed Studded Short, $79, 5. DV by Dolce Vita Martine Dot Denim Shirt, $88, 6. Blank Denim Spray-On Skinny Jeans, $88, 7. Nasty Gal Cutoff Denim Shirt, $98, 8. Steffen Schraut Caramel Leather Pleated Skirt, $267

Yeehaw, lil ladies.

xx,

WhyDid

Friday Frocks: Ray of White

By admin|May 25th, 2012|Friday Frocks|

Along with the official kick off of summer, Memorial Day is also the day that white dresses get the “go ahead” green light (according to some). While white dresses are most often associated with weddings, christenings, and clam bakes, in my book, a Tuesday is as good a day as any to wear a stark white dress. There is just something so fresh, so innocent and dare I say virginal about slipping into a snow toned frock? We’ve already worked up the courage with off white and now it’s go time, ladies. Get out your Tide To Go pens, self tanner, and biggest and brightest smile. Summer’s here and the living is easy.

1. Forever 21 Matelasse Cap Sleeve Dress, $10.50, 2. Nightcap Clothing Sunset Strapless Dress, $143, 3. T by Alexander Wang Cutout Crepe and Jersey Dress, $115, 4. Urban Renewal Fringe Tee Dress, $64, 5. For Love & Lemons Camilla Maxi, $255, 6. Lauren by Ralph Lauren Cascade Tank Dress, $150, 7. Forever 21 Eyelet Swing Dress, $28.90, 8. A.L.C. Lena Stretch Knit Dress, $345, 9. David Lerner Draped Asymmetrical Dress, $176, 10. Cooperative Scalloped Peplum Dress, $69

Yeah, that’s white.

xx,

WhyDid

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Why Did You Wear That: Green With Envy

By Kirsten|December 7th, 2010|Personal Style, Why Did You Wear That?|

This time of year, most people think of red for holiday dressing. Well, I say, why not go against the grain? Who wants to blend into the crowd when you can lead the pack? Rather than going with the obvious crimson dress, seek out something green. Green is actually much more flattering and easier to wear for all skin tones. Whether you go evergreen or army, going green is sure to leave them envious.