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5 Summer Must Haves to Wear Again and Again!

Loren Ridinger — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 14:27:00 +0000

This summer invest in pieces that are versatile and easy to wear. You don’t have to break the bank with these options.

A solid color tee shirt or cotton jersey dress can look different every time you wear it, for instance you can wear one day with gold jewelry and dressy sandals. Or wear with brown belt and gladiator sandals and layers of necklaces. Or wear a denim jacket over it for a night out.

Boat Neck Dress, $85, available at Shopbop
A standout necklace, can go from day to night and can be worn with a t-shirt and jeans and to a night out with a dress or a skirt. Here are some great options

Pearl Cluster Necklace, $125, available at J.Crew
A pair of ripped jeans in a light wash can be worn during the day with a tank or tee and at night with a sparkly top and a blazer

Zipper Pocket Skinny Jeans, $220, available at Shopbop
A pair of gladiator sandals can be worn by day with shorts and a tee and at night with a maxi dress or a mini.

Bret Gladiator Sandal, $127.95, Available at Endless
A tunic top can be worn over a bathing suit during the day and over jeans for a night out.

Odessa printed cotton tunic, $118, available at J.Crew

Lots of Love,
Loren

Women’s Fashion Tips – Nude: the color that’s as cool and summery as it gets

Loren Ridinger — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 14:07:00 +0000

Angelina Jolie, shown here at the Cannes film festival, isn’t the only one who likes nude tones this season – designers have seized on the hue for its freshness and delicacy. It’s softer than white, and less expected than pink. Here, a few nude-tone standouts that look great no matter what the occasion:

(image via examiner.com)

Palma vachetta ankle-wrap heels, $178, available at J.Crew

Zimmermann Dusk Net Slouch Dress, $400, available at Shopbop.com

Love,
Loren

Lifestyle – Family-size Jet-skis

Loren Ridinger — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 18:17:00 +0000

Meet the new stretch-jet-ski, which seats up to 4 people. This seems like a good opportunity for the style-conscious family to face their most daunting summer challenge: coordinating swimwear. We say, go classic – and plaid:

For Dad:

Plaid Board Shorts, $29.62 (from $39.50) at Gap

For Mom:

Brette Sandler Swimwear Emmie Triangle Bikini, $165, Shopbop.com

For the kids:

St. Tropez 3-pc. Striped Halter Bikini Set, $46, Kohls

Tony Hawk Plaid Boardshorts, $14.40 (from $24), Kohls

Love,
Loren

Women’s Fashion Tips – Wearing a Tunic

Loren Ridinger — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 13:15:00 +0000

As temperatures rise, so do hemlines. Tunics are great pieces that can go from day to night and from poolside to dinner. When you are packing for vacation, you should always choose versatile pieces. Printed tunics will look great at the beach and can easily be worn at nigh over skirts, shorts or pants. Check out this picture of style icon Kate Moss wearing a tunic with tights and boots. A piece that will take you from winter straight to Spring.

(image via popsugar.com)

What Comes Around Goes Around Tunic Dress, $195 Available at ShopBop.com

Shoshanna Zebra Print Tunic, $198, available at ShopBop.com

Love,
Loren

Women’s Fashion Tips – Date Outfits

Loren Ridinger — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 17:20:00 +0000

Oh the question of what to wear on a first date. It is all about figuring out a balance of wearing something not too dressy but not to look underdressed, wear something sexy but not too revealing. Depending on where you are going and what your plans are for either a fun night out, a romantic black tie, or a daytime date.

Wear a fun dress or a mini skirt a pair of killer sexy shoes is a must. If the hemline is short balance it out with a sleeve, a cardigan or a blazer is sexy over a mini. Check out this adorable picture of Camila Alves in what I think would be a perfect date outfit.

Choose a colorful and sexy backless dress like the one Miranda Kerr wore to and event she recently attended with boyfriend Orlando Bloom. A bright color is always better than black. Red is a great color for a first date, as long as it is tasteful and not too baring.

Skinny jeans are perfect for a first date. Show off your figure. Wear a flowy top or a long tank top. A scarf or a great necklace can make your outfit look chic and casual perfect for a date.

Here are some great options:

Slinky Knot Mini Skirt, $68 at FreePeople.com

Aqua Boyfriend Blazer, $108 at Bloomingdales

Seamed Halter Dress $230 available at neimanmarcus.com

Alice and Oliva Chain Tank, $198 available at shopbop.com

Hannah Ankle Skinny Jeans, $185 available at shopbop.com

Love,
Loren

Women’s Fashion Tips – Denim Jackets

Loren Ridinger — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 14:20:00 +0000

Denim is one of the most versatile fabrics, and now that the weather is getting warmer put away your heavy coats and choose lighter pieces to go over your sleeveless tops or dresses.
Denim jackets are prefect to wear over dresses, with pants, just avoid denim and denim. No denim jacket with jeans, combine your jacket with other fabrics. Check out these pictures of great outfits worn by Nicole Richie, Rihanna and Miranda Kerr. And here are some great pieces so you can look like these stars

(image via denimology.com)

Long Tube Dress, $98 available at shopbop.com

Heritage 1981 Denim Jacket, $29.90 available at Forever21.com

(image via deminology.com)

Strapless Print Maxi Dress, $79.99 available at Victoria’s Secret

Juniors Mossimo Supply Co. Denim Jacket, $29.99 available at Target.com

(image via denimology.com)

Twisted Heart Devin Pant, $138 available at Revolve.com

Suace Zen Racerback Tank, $55 available at Singer22

Love,
Loren

Women’s Fashion Tips – Meet the Parents

Loren Ridinger — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 12:18:00 +0000

Prim and proper, the outfit you wear to meet your boyfriend’s parents should show your personal style, but it should be appropriate and a tad conservative. No plunging necklines, or short hems. Go for dresses that are girly and sophisticated. Jeans with a ruffle blouse or a dressy printed top is perfect for this occasion.
Here are options for both day and night.

AKA New York Batik Dress $298 available at shopbop.com

Embossed-cotton printed Lorelei dress, $118 available at J.Crew

Armani Sleeveless Ruffle Blouse, $49 available at Armani Exchange

Short Sleeve Peasant Blouse, $35.20 at Rampage.com

Love,
Loren

Womens Fashion Tips – Bathing suit season is finally here!

Loren Ridinger — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 18:05:00 +0000

Summer is here and it is time to hit the beach. With the sun shining and with so many activities to choose from, try choosing a suit that will fit your beach personality. Whether you are surfing, waterskiing, or just sun bathing, here are some great options. And an extra bonus!! A suit that will suck you in and make you appear slimmer.

Lay out in a Sexy String bikini or a gorgeous one piece

Monet Floral Ruffle String Bikini Top, $110 available at shopbop.com

Loeffler Randall Circle Ruffle One Piece, $195 available at shopbop.com

Add a cover up

Bagh Rose Sarong, $73 available at Mattany.com

Perfect for surfing

Rock you Rio Tank One Piece, $80 available at Roxy.com

Roxy Delish Rashguard $34.95 available at Roxy.com

Great for waterskiing and swimming

Banded Halter Swim Suit, $42 available at Victorias Secret

Miracle Suit!

Firm Control Criss Cross One Shaping One Piece $99 available at Victorias Secret

Lots of Love,
Loren

Fashion Tips – Flattering Your Upper Body

Loren Ridinger — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 13:54:00 +0000

Michelle Obama this year has single handedly changed the protocol on dressing appropriate for formal and regal occasions. She has showed off her arms and toned upper body in many of her fashion choices. Whether she is posing for fashion shoots or attending a diner with the most important leaders of the world, she is fearless and confident in her fashion choices. This spring show-off your arms with sheath dresses, one shoulder tops and strapless dresses. Avoid sleeves with elastic. Cap sleeves can also be tricky and unflattering. Here are some great styles to show off your upper body and this spring.

Seamed Ponte Sheath Dress, $59.99

Design History Shutter Pleat Sheath Dress, $71.90

T-Bags One Shoulder Dress with Rope Detail, $207

Women’s Fashion Tips – Graphic Tees

Loren Ridinger — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 13:28:00 +0000

These eye-catching designs are daringly funky – and offer an easy way to spice up your summer wardrobe. Each of these tees looks cool and interesting on its own; plus, because they’re dipped in neutral tones, they layer under jackets and vests really well.

Tory Burch “Avel” cotton logo tank top, $95 at Bloomingdales.com

Together Hippies off-shoulder sweatshirt, $140 at Shopbop.com

Habotai flower tee, $45 at J.Crew

Lauren Moshi Burnout Dove Swing Tank Top, $97 at Bloomingdales.com

Sunbleached crinkle flower tee, $42.50at J.Crew

Lots of Love,
Loren