I love dipping back into decades past for style inspiration. An A-line 50’s skirt, a graphic 60’s mod print, a little 70’s boho flair. The only decade I’m not a fan of wearing is the 80’s, probably because I rocked out neons as a kid – been there, done that.
This summer I’m coveting the laid-back elegance of a long silhouette. The Maxi Skirt, the Palazzo Pant, the Column Dress: so sexy in an understated way. Check out Cassandra’s winning column dress for sale right now at Express. I remember talking through her inspiration for this piece back in the design studio, and it made me want to go on vacation somewhere glamorous and tropical. Cassandra was inspired by the 60’s, so it would look fab with a pair of giant, cream round shades. But if you want to give yours a different vibe, pair yours with a bright moto jacket or a sleeveless khaki vest, a panama hat or a lightweight knitted turban, and a cute flat loafer or a studded wedge. There are endless possibilities! A long skirt or dress is the perfect simple, versatile piece to give a little edge to. Style it towards any decade you like.
Not to be confused with Mexico’s Independence Day, Cinco de Mayo is one of the most widely celebrated Latin holidays in the US. Have some friends over for Palomas and shrimp tacos and enjoy the Sunday sunshine!
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2 oz. tequila
½ oz. lime juice
Pinch of salt
Grapefruit soda
Combine tequila, lime juice and salt in a tall glass. Add ice, top off with grapefruit soda and stir.
Old World charm meets jet-setter style for the perfect Cinco de Mayo outfit. The sequined Aztec design and beach tote complete the look.
A relaxed, linen-cotton shirt will make you feel like you’re on vacation even in your own backyard. Pair one with these cotton striped shorts for the full effect.
Organize a Crawl for Cancer
Round up a team and register to crawl in one of more than 20 cities around the country. Ten people, five bars, one really good time. Check out crawlforcancer.org to see if there’s a Crawl in your city, or to contact them about starting one.
This fit and flare dress is uber-cute, and it really comes to life with accessories – like this braided belt, tassel bag and straw hat.
Golden rule of Crawl hydration:
For every 2 beers consumed, drink 1 full glass of water.
MYTOUCHTUNES APP
Change the song on the jukebox at your favorite watering hole without ever leaving your bar stool. Search songs, create playlists and if you don’t feel like waiting, make your song first by jumping the queue.
FITTED SMALL LION PIQUE POLOCHRONOGRAPH STAINLESS STEEL BRACELET WATCHBELTED FLAT FRONT PLAID PHOTOGRAPHER SHORTSIt’s the last week of April; it’s time to break out the shorts. Take this belted, plaid pair and match it back to a neutral polo for a look that’s cool and casual.
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We’re swooning over dresses that take the mixed media approach; and our favorite media is mesh. It’s a sexy, light accent material that’s perfect for the girl who’s a ladylike attention-getter. Make your little black dress something more than basic with a mesh-paneled neckline. Doesn’t get much sexier than that.
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My absolute number one mantra when it comes to fashion is that trends should be available to every size – whether we’re talking the size of your body or the size of your wallet. Clothes are supposed to be fun, experimental, and most of all – used to your advantage to help flatter and streamline your figure.
So, what are my top tips for fashioning yourself skinny? Try a peplum hem, like the one on Hunter’s dress this week. The silhouette makes your waist look smaller, and the peplum fabric will hide a tummy or a muffin top. Just make sure it’s long enough to cover the parts you want hidden. A peplum top or dress will create a gorgeous, retro-hourglass physique (think Mad Men), then slick on some red lipstick to finish off the look.
Secondly, choose a small print rather than a large one; this will help disguise any lumps and bumps. Use color to your advantage: darker colors will slim the areas you want to minimize while lighter tones will draw attention to your favorite parts. Finally, keep the fit as structured as possible – don’t drown yourself in fabric. Contrary to popular belief, it’ll actually make you look bigger. Instead, go for a size that actually fits: forget about the numbers on the label!
