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Glamour in White: Event & Date Outfit Ideas

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date July 8, 2013

Photos: Olivia Palermo; Courtesy of vogue.co.uk, stylebistro.com.

Social season requires multi-functional, season-appropriate yet style conscious pieces. With that in mind, today I picked two glamorous looks from Olivia Palermo, see how she pulled together elegant, fashionable looks that are great for many social events, from formal black tie to a baby shower or date night, by using pieces that can be easily restyled in many different ways.

Like how Raf Simons infused modern poetry to Dior’s bravura signatures, Olivia Palermo chose sleek white blazer to go with her opulent, luxurious organza skirt for the house’s couture show. Front row styles are my favorite to observe, I greatly appreciate outfits like this which capture the spirit of the brand, yet so wearable.

This look is great for formal events, gallery opening, museum exhibits, weddings or fancy dinner. The white blazer, black pumps, embellished belt and cuffs can polish up many casual outfits as well.

1. Topshop textured blazer (great style here & here)
2. Kate Spade New York susannah dress (also here)
3. BCBG natural stone cuff
4. ONE by Boundary vegan leather skirt (on sale)
5. Alice + Olivia suede pumps
6. Aldo white clutch

The second look below blended different styles harmoniously together: the edgy animal print shirt, girly flared skirt, cool aviator sunglasses and cut-out booties. This drop-waist skirt on her is a new trend this season. Since the flare starts at our hips, the best way to style them is with tops tucked in to highlight our waistline. An embellished belt helps to cinch the waist. Style savvy Olivia also used nude heels to elongate her slim legs.

Again, each piece in this outfit can be easily restyled: Wear the printed blouse with white skinny jeans or black cropped pants; Team the flared skirt with a peplum top or bomber jacket. The usage of the accessories (nude cut out sandals, blue bag and embellished belt) is endless.

1. Dior aviator sunglasses
2. Aquazzura sandal (also here; great alternative here & here)
3. Joie Blouse (similar here)
4. Aryn K drop-waist skirt (it’s the one on Olivia, on sale; also here)
5. David Yurman diamond & sterling silver ring (also here)
6. Chanel ‘Coromandel’ nail colour
7. Rebecca Minkoff shoulder bag (also here)

Tags aviator sunglasses, black pump, blue bag, Christian Dior, cut out sandal, embellished belt, Fashion Week, gold cuff, Olivia Palermo, organza skirt, printed shirt, spring/summer, street style, White Blazer, white clutch, white skirt

CLOTHING

Kate Middleton’s Chic Pregnancy Style

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date July 1, 2013

What to Wear During Pregnancy; Kate Middleton maternity/pregnancy style; Maternity dresses; Maternity jeans. On Kate Middleton: Topshop black and white Polka Dot Dress,Ralph Lauren black jacket, peal earrings, black suede pumps, black clutch; On Kate Middleton:trench coat, black maternity jeans, French Sole Henrietta Patent Quilted Ballet Flats,Tod’s ‘D-Styling' Leather Satchel. Photos: Kate Middleton; Courtesy of eonline.com, usmagazine.com.

I’m current in my eighth month of pregnancy. Keeping stylish when due date approaching isn’t easy. Nothing seems right with a big bump. A maxi dress or a maternity top and jeans combo just makes me tent-like from the side. Thankfully, it hasn’t been too hot here in New York, which means I can add another layer out of my dress or Tee: a thin coat, a blazer or a vest. This layer does all the magic: the tailored silhouette reduces the bulkness and instantly polishes up the whole look.

This little trick is “proved” right by style savvy Kate Middleton. As you can see from the above two chic maternity looks: a black peplum jacket reshaped her upper half while elongating her legs. A season appropriate stone color trench coat brightens up her face, covers up her bump and elevates a casual outfit.

Jacket: BCBG Max Azria (similar here)
Dress: Topshop (see another one Kate recently worn in navy)
Shoes: Kate Spade New York ($40 here)
Bag: Nina (similar here)
Earrings: Majorica

What to Wear During Pregnancy; Kate Middleton maternity/pregnancy style; Maternity dresses; Maternity jeans. On Kate Middleton:trench coat, black maternity jeans, French Sole Henrietta Patent Quilted Ballet Flats,Tod’s ‘D-Styling' Leather Satchel. Alternatives: Burberry Brit Stone Cotton Trench Coat, James Jeans Maternity Twiggy Legging Jeans, Marc by Marc Jacobs - Classic Q Baby Groovee,

Coat: Burberry Brit (on sale here & here! similar here)
Jeans: James Jeans ($28 here)
Shoes: French Sole (it’s the pair on Kate; also here)
Bag: Tod’s ‘D-Styling’ (great alternative here!)

Tags ballet flats, black pump, Kate Middleton, maternity clothing, peplum jacket, polka dot dress, pregnancy style, spring/summer, Tod's bag, trench coat

CLOTHING

Double Bloom: Printed Blouse & Colored Bag

Post author By Helen Hou
Post date June 27, 2013

Photos: Heidi Klum & Miranda Kerr; Courtesy of zimbio.com, instyle.co.uk.

A printed silk blouse and simple skinny jeans result a go-to outfit that’s incredibly versatile and effortlessly chic: With sexy shoes and a cheerful bag, it’s great for date night; With a tailored blazer and basic pump, it’s office friendly; With a hands-free crossbody bag and comfy ballet flat, it’s perfect for running errands or traveling.

As you can see from the looks above, this “uniform” is not only great for many occasion, but also great to wear year round: For spring/summer, all you need is bright accessories (like the sunny yellow bag on both stars) and fabulous sunglasses; For fall/winter, swap the fats/heels for boots and finish it off with your favorite coat.

Top: Pierre Balmain (great buy here & here)
Jeans: Rag & Bone/JEAN (similar here & here)
Shoes: Kate Spade New York (the CL version on Heidi Klum here)
Bag: Michael Kors (great alternative here!)
Belt: Mulberry (on sale; similar here)