Danielle says, “I’m 14 weeks pregnant and my clothes are now fitting a little too snug for comfort. Can you find cheap, chic maternity wear for a young mommy to be?”
Of course! We uncovered 50 items under $150 for the chic future mommy. From empire waist tops to seductive wraps, we’ve got you covered:
Be further inspired by these stylish moms:
Congrats!
Today we have yet another European import: the fabulous Wunmi from London:
She says, “I like my style because I wear what I feel comfortable in, regardless of what others think.”
“… Most of the time, I’m out and about in heels solely for the purpose of a confidence boost.”
” I still want to look like a regular girl, but slightly different (not crazy different )….”
“…I also like to stand out without seeking attention as I can be rather shy.”
“Your style is one important aspect of you, because it usually shows your personality.”
“I love expressing myself, so I do it on my personal fashion blog at www.daisy-mak.com.”
Super chic, j’adore! I’m off to bookmark your website…
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Ashley says, “I’m a 22-year-old college student looking to add more to my wardrobe but I’m not sure where to start. I feel like I have a closet full of clothes but nothing to wear! Do you think you can help?”
Sure! When building a wardrobe, you should start with the essentials: a classic button down white top, black pencil skirt, white t-shirts, flattering jeans, a classic trench, a few blazers, dress pants, and a basic black dress. Once you have your foundational garments, you can start to add a bit of flair by incorporating trends and affordable accessories. If you always look in your closet and feel despair, revive your wardrobe with these tips.
1. Stack on accessories
Adding bold accessories is the easiest way to upgrade your look. You may get bored easily with your new accents after a season or so, so make sure you save on these so that you can rotate them out when you’re done. We found a few hot accessories below; also check out our accessories section for the tea on independent designers.
2. Add some color
Once you have your foundational pieces down pat, add a bit of personality with flourishes of color. Add a scarf to a white shirt; wear your black pencil skirt with a purple top; offset a neutral shift with red shoes. Or simply get a few wild card items to complement your basics.
3. Try a headpiece
I personally am terrified of headpieces of any sort, but they look great on the bold. Go for glamour in a turban or simply chic in a floppy hat:
4. Invest in hot shoes
Nothing amps up your wardrobe quite like a pair of eye catching heels. Only invest in what you’re comfortable spending.
Just make sure you love them!
5. Blend in a few affordable trends
Crop tops, high slits, colorblocking, and more! You don’t have to spend a ton to be fashionable. Check out our extensive Spring Shopping Posts and our 2011 Trends post to see how you can incorporate the hottest runway looks into your closet.
How do you guys add pizazz to your ho hum wardrobe?
It all started back in 2009 when it seemed every celebrity couldn’t get enough of A-Morir by Kerin Rose‘s bedazzled sunglasses:
Everyone from Cassie to Rihanna to Nicki Minaj were spied in custom spectacles, laced with lace, pearls, chains, and sparkles:
Fast forward a few years later and it seems Morir inspired several other sunglass designers, whose increasingly hard-to-see-through options edge from certifiably funky to outrageous and ridiculous:
It seems every day a new sunglasses designer is born–but do you like them?
And would you still slip on a pair of uber funky shades?
• Rihanna covers yet another glossy this year, this time for Glamour‘s September issue.
Looks like Riri’s got a little magazine blitz of her own going! (Glamazons)
• Here’s one case I wouldn’t mind serving jury duty on: sources say the Louboutin v. YSL suit is quite entertaining. The Cut reports; “Some people in the courtroom even started snickering when Bernstein repeated that Dorothy wore red-soled shoes in The Wizard of Oz, because such things are funny when you’ve been sitting on a hard chair listening to men in suits talk about shoe bottoms for hours.” (The Cut)
• Solange Knowles is an expert spokesmodel. When asked by Fashionista.com to name her favorite beauty product, she said “Carol’s Daughter Healthy Hair Butter.” Which do you think she likes better: the product or the Carol’s Daughter contract? (Fashionista)
• Ashanti is back with a new album and a new look to boot. Swexy!
• Nicki Minaj and Ricky Martin are the new faces of M.A.C. Viva Glam lipstick. While it was only a matter of time until Minaj worked with M.A.C. again, Ricky comes as a surprise. Do you think he’ll wear his shade to events? (Us Magazine)
• Freida Pinto wore an appropriately tinted neon dress from Michael Kors Resort 2012 to Comic Con this weekend. (Stylelist)
~Jihan
In a rush but still want to put your best face forward? Grab some inspiration from Jessica White who attended the “Entourage” Season 8 premiere with a gorgeous yet simple makeup look.
1. First things first, great makeup starts with great skin. Be sure to cleanse, tone, and moisturize your skin according to your skin type. Be sure your brows are groomed as they frame the face.
2. Since it’s summer, skip the foundation and just apply concealer where you need it and set with powder. Try BECCA Compact Concealer and Black Opal True Color Deluxe Finishing Powder.
3. Apply an eyeshadow base (like MAC Paint) to ensure a long-lasting eye look. Apply a matte shade slightly lighter than your skin tone on the lid up to the brow bone. Then take a shimmery champagne color like MAC Woodwinked on the lid and blend. Take the same color and apply it under the lower lash line with an eye liner brush. Apply black waterproof liner (like Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil in Zero) and gently smudge at the outer corners of the eyes. Apply 2-3 coats of mascara.
4. Apply a sheer burgundy blush like MAC Loverush on the cheeks and finish with a neutral pink gloss like MAC Viva Glam V Lipglass. And you’re done :)
Jennifer Lopez stepped out in high style to celebrate her 42nd birthday, working what appears to be a vintage Emilio Pucci dress with wedge heels:
Though the dress boasts long sleeves and a floor grazing hem, it offers a sexy aura with a tight fit and bright, bold colors.
I think this look is hot! And only J.Lo could make ground sweeping print look sexy.
What do you think?
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