Monday, March 31, 2014

Spring Inspiration: Beyonce's Vacation Style

I always struggle to find my style in the spring and summer. More of a glamour girl in fur, costume jewels,and full-on makeup, I don't find my style inspiration in the traditional looks of summer. I don't do preppy, so no brightly colored polos for me. Trying to pull off a Lauren Hutton safari look with my pale Irish skin and black hair is just well, sad. And the current trend of pastel minimalism, I won't even comment.

But there is something about the way Beyonce styles herself on vacation that is very appealing to me. Big straw hat, check (dermatologist is loving me). Red lips, check. Retro sunglasses, check. Retro bathingsuit with full brief and pushup bra (everyone on the beach is loving me). I think I'm heading towards a very styley spring and summer!

P.S. If anyone can find that straw hat (or its sister) for me, I will be eternally grateful. Can't you just see me at the soccer games!


Sunday, March 16, 2014

Mall Find: Banana Republic Sloan Pant

Perhaps the best fitting pant ever! Great for women with curves! Comes in trouser, tab-front ankle, and my fave, the side-zip ankle pant.
 Sloan-Fit Slim Ankle-Zip Pant
Banana Republic Sloan-Fit Slim Ankle-Zip Pant
www.bananarepublic.gap.com
$89.50

Banana Republic also has skirts and dresses in their flattering Sloan knit, including this saucy sailor skirt and super-flattering colorblock dress. 

 Sloan Sailor Skirt
Banana Republic Sloan Sailor Skirt
www.bananarepublic.gap.com
$89.50

www.bananarepublic.gap.com
$140.00