by Alicia on September 29, 2008
Q. - I got a new position at my job and part of my new responsibilities are to attend more executive meetings in which a suit is required. I need to get some new suits for my wardrobe but I want one that is more fashionable and can still show my stylish side. Do you have any tips for how to add more style to what can sometimes be a boring business suit?
A. - Really good question and one that I think a lot of us struggle with. I know I do! There are a lot of suit options out there and you want to find one that makes you feel the most comfortable and then add some of your own stylish touches because no one wants to look like their are wearing their mom’s suit!
One way you can add some style to a suit is with a great shirt to wear under the jacket. Bows and ruffles are big for the season so try to incorporate some of those feminine details. Like this Silk Tie-Neck Blouse from Banana Republic ($49.99). Since it is silk it will give a good contrast to the suit and try a bold color like the teal or the purple to really pop from under your jacket. And the bow tie around the neck will peek through from the jacket to add detail.
Sometimes it is not always necessary to wear a full suit. You might be able to get away with pairing a skirt or a pair of work pants that you already have with a stylish cropped jacket or a blazer. The Wool Faille Trapunto Collar Jacket from Ann Taylor ($89.99) is not your traditional blazer. It has a scooped collar with a high button at the collar. It has three-quarter length sleeves with button closure at the bottom, detailed stitching and a thin black patent belt to pull the jacket together.
Probably the best way to really add some style to a plain suit is with a great necklace and a great pair of shoes. These accessories can be your way to add color and show your creative side. Try a necklace that has some layers like the Robyn Rhodes Rumi Necklace
($125.00) which is a triple stand necklace with a really pretty pendant that will add color and flare.
Don’t be afraid to add color with your shoe selection also. If you are wearing just a solid color black or grey suit try a pair of power heels that add a pop of color like the Reese from Betsey Johnson
($165.00). They are rounded tow with a side bow and scalloped red trim. With a pink leather sole and 3 1/2 inch heel, no one will doubt your sense of fashion.
So don’t think of having to wear a suit as a death sentence to your fashion sense. There are a lot of ways you can add your own personal touches of style to a traditional business suit. Because after all, everyone still wants to look fashionable in the office!
Buy | $49.99 - Silk Tie-Neck Blouse from Banana Republic
Buy | $89.99 - Wool Faille Trapunto Collar Jacket from Ann Taylor
Buy | $125.00 - Robyn Rhodes Rumi Necklace
Buy | $169.00 - Reese from Betsey Johnson
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by Hali Felice on September 19, 2008
“That’s a wrap!” And boy is it a cute one at that. As the weather begins to change, so does our wardrobe. And while we might be sobbing over the loss of our beloved tanks and flip flops, we are determined to find the greatest replacements for fall and winter. This Betsey Johnson Dolly Gauzy Knit Wrap is perfect for getting comfy cozy on a breezy fall day. As the leaves fall to the ground, we know that it’s time to begin to bundle up and a beautiful wrap such as this, is the perfect way to start. It is super-soft and lightweight, but still gives us that warm feeling all over. It is delicately made and features gorgeous ruffles all over to finish it off. Wear with jeans or black pants. This can easily become a cold weather staple for both day and evening wear!
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by Hali Felice on May 5, 2008
Betsey Johnson is known for her over the top and vibrant style. And while she chooses to break free of the everyday mold, we have to admit that we love her ideas just the same! These Betsey Johnson Chelsea in Multi heels are what Betsey Johnson is made of; with its bright rainbow stripes and metallic hue, we love these heels, because not only are they totally original, they also would go with just about anything! Dress them down with a pair of dark jeans or perhaps dress them up with a black dress. If the rainbow is too much for you and your casual style, then try their alter pair in black and gold. They too can easily work with many things in your closet and take your feet to a whole other realm of cuteness.
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by Hali Felice on February 21, 2008
Splurging a little after the holidays is OK as long as it’s on a great item that can take you through the season with all the glitz and glamor as these Betsey Johnson Wells Lace Pump. The pump features black satin that coats the upper and is covered in a gorgeous black lace. Then the black lace is adorned with a large gold bow above the pointed toe and finished with a lacey 3 3/4 inch heel. While shoes may not be on the top of your list of things to buy in 2008, throw that New Year’s resolution out the window and have a little fun with a luxurious purchase, such as these pumps! Your feet will thank you.
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by Hali Felice on February 7, 2008
It has to be 5 o’clock somewhere and what not a better time to break out the martinis? Well, maybe even if it’s 5 o’clock across the globe, it might just be too early to break open the olives and the vodka here, but now you can break out the pantinis instead! Betsey Johnson does it again, with an unusual, but totally unique and quirky fashion. She introduces these Stirred Pantini Shakers, which contain three pairs of panties, each folded inside an everyday martini shaker. These make a great gift for the bachelorette, birthday gal or just a fun non-alcoholic treat to yourself! Each shaker comes with a set of three low-rise embellished thongs and includes lace trim, a small bow, and rhinestone detail. This idea gives new meaning to the lyric, shake, shake, shake…shake, shake, shake…shake your booty!
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by Alicia on December 11, 2007
I like watches that are more than just for telling time but also give a fashion statement for your wrist. These Betsey Johnson Leather Lace Watches combines leather and lace for a fashionable and sassy look. It comes in either a black or a gold band with a square watch face. The entire leather band is covered with a layer of lace to add a really girly touch. This watch will not only work to compliment a dressy outfit but it can also work with a pair of jeans to pull off an edgy look.
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by Hali Felice on June 13, 2007
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Memorial Day Weekend kicked off the official start to bathing suit season. Ladies, we know how difficult it is to find the perfect bathing suit that looks great on your body but is also stylish and trendy. After all, we all have unique body features that should be flaunted and some that might be best to keep to the imagination. That is why we have come to the rescue with our bathing suit recommendations for each individual body type. We have broken it down to let you know what style suits look best and where to get them. So check out our picks and let us know if you have any suggestions based on your own personal experiences. Happy Vacationing!
Pear Shaped
Too much junk in the trunk this summer? Lane Bryant’s Oceanus Miraclesuit can take care of all that. If your problem area happens to be your tummy, hips and thighs; this suit is the ideal match. Pear-shaped women need to go for a suit that offers an empire waist, long line seams and a great fabric to slim each of these areas with the slightest of ease. A suit that also offers lift for more cleavage is also a plus, allowing the attention to be brought north of the problem areas. $132.00
Apple Shaped
In need of a little “hide,” without the seek? This Land’s End Solid Ruched Princess Side Seam Tankini is just what you and your waist have been waiting for. It offers a ruched material along the tummy to give you a more flattering effect to accentuate what you want and hide what you don’t. Any suit that offers a “hidden” effect of the tummy is a must-have this summer! $79.00
Small Bust
What works the best for a girl who doesn’t have much to begin with? This Very Sexy bikini from Victoria’s Secret comes with a push-up bra-like top that offers any gal the right amount of cleavage. Push-up tops, such as this one, and those that tie or can be adjusted around the neck seem to work best for smaller chested women; allowing for a little push and pull where it’s needed most. $64.00
Busty
Full coverage is what you need if you are fortunate enough to be blessed with a larger chest. This Juicy Couture Beach Stripe Halter Bikini Top, available at Nordstrom, offers coverage across the chest and a tied halter around the neck and back which is ideal when having to adjust and support. A larger chested gal never wants to buy a suit that comes with clasps or with string ties. These both offer little to no support and cover very little. $136.00
Long Legs
Not all of us have legs that stretch to Sunday, but for those of us that do, we need a swimsuit that isn’t going to cut off any of that gorgeous length! Betsey Johnson’s Here Kitty Hipster Bottoms are the perfect example of what to wear when you have some long stems. Hipster or boy short bottoms are the way to go because they allow for legs to look perfect without cutting into your middle. A higher cut suit would only elongate them even more and therefore cutting off your torso. So make sure that your suit lies low on your hips, because if one thing never goes out of style, it’s long legs! $136.00
Petite
“Stretch” out your look this summer! High-cut thigh suits are for those of us that are built on the more petite side. Ralph Lauren offers this Joelle One-Piece in a very fun, exotic print. The halter neckline and low scoop back offers enough support for the smallest of gals and the high-cut thigh elongates the legs to give the illusion of lengthier, more luxurious legs. $215.00
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by Hali Felice on April 3, 2007
This Betsey Johnson Resin Charm Bracelet is the perfect cross between style and convenience. At first glance it appears to be nothing more than a charm bracelet, but when you look again you notice that one of the “charms” actually tells the time. It comes in both black and white and is the perfect addition at any time of the day; especially for those of us that don’t like a bulky watch upon our wrist.
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