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Floral Glamour: Printed Dress & Leopard Pump

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date July 29, 2013

Photos: Miranda Kerr; Courtesy of instyle.com, justjared.com.

The power of investment worthy accessories gets approved here again on Miranda Kerr: the same bag and shoe were paired with different dresses, resulting two different but equally eye-catching and glamorous outfits. I love how she played with prints and colors for these two looks:

when wearing a printed dress, instead of adding neutral accessories, choose those that can pick up one color in your dress or, even bolder, pick one that is a good contrast to your dress. Here, Miranda Kerr paired a blue leather bag with blue printed dress (in the same color family) and an orange one (color contrast).

Mixing prints is also another way to elevate a look, making it fun and youthful. Accessories are always a great and easy way to start, like the leopard pump on her.

These two looks are Miranda Kerr’s recent airport outfits, but for most of us, they are great for many other occasions: baby/bridal shower, weddings, dinner or date. The length and prints of these dresses make them great for women of all ages.

1. ModCloth Sunrise Over the Sea dress
2. Maison Martin Margiela 4 finger rings (under $20 here & here)
3. Laundry by Shelli Segal pleated dress (also here)
4. Swarovski Hinged bangle
5. Ivanka Trump pump (another great pair also on sale here)
6. Prada ‘Daino’ (similar here & here)

1. Dorothy Perkins print dress
2. Marc by Marc Jacobs sunglasses
3. Modcloth An Hour to Spare dress
4. Yves Saint Laurent lip color ‘001’
5. Swarovski bangle
6. Ivanka Trump pump (another great pair also on sale here)
7. Prada ‘Daino’ (similar here & here)

Tags airport style, blue bag, leopard pump, Miranda Kerr, printed dress, spring/summer

CLOTHING

Denim Jacket: Chilly Summer Days Style Rescue (Part III)

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date June 12, 2013

Photos: Jessica Alba & Rosie Huntington-Whiteley; Courtesy of justjared.com, stylebistro.com.

Denim jacket is truly a trusty staple piece that we can throw on and go. Here I featured two looks to share with you how to team it with some of the newest trends this season and look effortlessly chic. The best part? With some minor change, women of any age can rock these looks beautifully!

The center piece of this look (below) from Jessica Alba is definitely her watercolor printed jeans. To highlight that, she kept every else simple and neutral: A grey denim jacket along with white tee, grey strappy sandal and neutral crossbody bag created a perfect canvas. A delicate necklace brought out the blue in the jeans.

Jacket: KUT from the Kloth
Top: T by Alexander Wang (also here; alternative here)
Jeans: Mother (under $30 here & here)
Shoes: Vince Camuto
Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs (also here; similar here)
Necklace: Loren Hope

From Rosie Huntington-Whiteley’s look below, we can spot several trends: leopard bag (yes, this spring/summer, you can carry your favorite leopard bags, a bright hue is better!), midi skirt and ankle cuff sandals. Since midi skirt and shoes with thick ankle strap can make our legs look shorter, take a hint from Rosie Huntington, choose a body-hugging, high-waisted pencil skirt, team it with a cropped jacket. This light wash denim jacket on her really brought freshness to her monochrome look, along with cool aviator sunglasses, it balanced the feminine and formal vibe of the midi.

Jacket: J Brand (also here; alternative here)
Top: Splendid (similar here)
Skirt: Leith (great buy here & here)
Shoes: Vince (also here; great style here)
Bag: Clare Vivier
Sunglasses: Ray Ban (on Rosie Huntington here)
Cuff: Gorjana

Tags airport style, ankle strap sandal, aviator sunglasses, color block, crossbody bag, denim jacket, Jessica Alba, leopard bag, midi skirt, Mulberry, printed jeans, Rosie Huntington Whiteley, spring/summer, strappy sandal, treet style, turquoise necklace

CLOTHING

Chic Jacket: Chilly Summer Days Style Rescue (Part II)

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date June 11, 2013

Photos: Olivia Palermo & Miranda Kerr; Courtesy of stylebistro.com, justjared.com.

Last time, we shared two stylish looks of classic trench coat. Today, let’s talk about another transitional piece–the jacket. Compared to omnipresent leather jackets and blazers, tweed or jacquard jacket can add unique textures, details and colors to our outfits. When paired with youthful or edgy pieces, like the printed shorts and leather pants on today’s featured ladies, it will result an attractive and sophisticated juxtaposition.

Miranda Kerr’s look is what we all can recreate and pull off. The breathable woven fabric and soft palette make this affordable ikat jacket delicate, feminine, and season appropriate. It perfectly polished up the casual, edgy chambray shirt, leather pants and ankle booties combo. A great designer bag and distinguish sunnies elevated the whole look.

Jacket: Mango (also here)
Pants: Citizens of Humanity (on Miranda Kerr here; great style here)
Bag: Givenchy ‘Antigona‘ (featured here & here)
Shoes: Steve Madden (similar here; great buy here & here)
Sunglasses: Miu Miu (also here; similar here & here)

Olivia Palermo’s outfit below is more for risk takers. The mix of different prints (stripes, florals and animal print) and styles (sophisticated tweed jacket paired with playful shorts and casual backpack) is busy, so keep them in a relatively simple color scheme, then add neutrals to tone down the loudness.

Jacket: Opening Ceremony (great style here & here)
Top: J.Crew (extra 30% off with code SUMMERTIME)
Shorts: DKNY Jeans ($18 here)
Bag: Anthropologie (featured here)
Shoes: C. Wonder (great style here)
Necklace: Lulu Frost (also adore this one!)