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Yay or Nay? Renee Zellwegger Rocking the Bubble Sleeve

Loren Ridinger — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 23:00:45 +0000

I freaked out when I saw this picture of Renee Zellwegger at the Berlin film festival – it’s the same fitted sheath that we’re used to seeing on her, but the sleeves channel a Renaissance princess and somehow take the whole effect to an edgier new place. The trick to pulling off a bubble sleeve is to keep the rest of your outfit quite simple: by virtue of their shape, the sleeves have a lot going on.

See more at people.com

So, the bell sleeve: pro or con?

xo,

Loren

What to Wear When You’re Expecting

Loren Ridinger — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 18:23:48 +0000

Shopping for cute baby clothes while pregnant is fun, but buying maternity clothes can be a whole different story. The stress of finding stylish, yet comfortable, clothing that will work through the bulk of your pregnancy can make you want to stay in your PJs for nine months. Don’t do it! Here are some alternative options I found that will take the guesswork out of purchasing belly-friendly pieces:

Michael Stars’ tees are a cult classic. Michael Stars Maternity Slub 1×1 Long Sleeve Tee $62.00

You can still rock leggings, just make sure that they have an extra stretchy stomach area so that the waistband isnt uncomfortable. A Pea in the Pod Secret Fit Belly Jersey Knit Must-Have Basic Slim Leg Maternity Legging $38.00

With the holidays right around the corner, a dress with clean lines is a must. Anything with an empire waist will allow room for growth. Gap Maternity Belted Cowlneck Dress $59.50

This dual-tone cardi is perfect for keeping you and your baby warm in the coming months. A Pea in the Pod Long Sleeve Empire Waist Maternity Cardigan $59.99

Lots of love,

Loren

Caddyshack Chic!

Loren Ridinger — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:41:36 +0000

Not many people would turn to a kitschy 80’s comedy for style inspiration, but if you ask me, Ty Webb (Chevy Chase) and Al Czervik (Rodney Dangerfield) from Caddyshack are truly worth your admiration. Their quirky color combinations turned a wardrobe of uber-preppy staples into a fun fashion statement. So in the spirit of Mr. Webb and Mr. Czervik’s envelope-pushing style, I’ve pulled-together some items that will give your wardrobe a little dose of Caddyshack cool.

Caddyshack image:
(image Via blog.insourced.com)

Sperry Spring Boat Shoe, $88, available at Urban Outfitters

Brooks Brothers Oxford Ivy, $48, available at Brooks Brothers

Lacoste Polo, $88, available at Lacoste

Love,

Loren

Women's Fashion Tips – 1940s Style Swimsuits

Loren Ridinger — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 12:25:00 +0000

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I just paid a visit to the gorgeously revamped Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach and fell in love with the 1940’s-style swimsuits worn by the poolside waitresses. They’re all dressed in black one-pieces worthy of Betty Grable, and look stylish and alluring without a hint of sleaze. Somehow, even with the extra coverage, every guy in a 100-foot radius is still staring at these women as if they were a new creation.

And today, leafing through British GQ, I learn that even bombshell Megan Fox is on the program.

Am I alone in loving this look?

Juicy Couture Shirred Bandeau Swimdress, $107 (orig $160), Juicycouture.com

Magicsuit Medium Control push-up one-piece swimdress, $118, Victoriassecret.com.

Love,
Loren

Women’s Fashion Tips – 1940s Style Swimsuits

Loren Ridinger — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 12:25:00 +0000

(image via shoppingblog.com)

And today, leafing through British GQ, I learn that even bombshell Megan Fox is on the program.

Am I alone in loving this look?

Juicy Couture Shirred Bandeau Swimdress, $107 (orig $160), Juicycouture.com

Magicsuit Medium Control push-up one-piece swimdress, $118, Victoriassecret.com.

Love,
Loren

Women’s Fashion Tips – The Hottest Summer Dresses (Built to last through the Fall)

Loren Ridinger — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 11:25:00 +0000

In her latest movie, “The Proposal,” Sandra Bullock plays a publishing executive with killer instincts and an equally killer wardrobe. Exhibit A: The fitted tweed sheath she wears in the final scene (see below). It’s such a timeless, utterly feminine shape, and the origami detail at the neckline and the arc of the cap sleeves fly off the style charts – so pretty and modern. I haven’t found the exact dress just yet — let me know if you have any luck in this department! But in the meantime, I discovered some great options that share the same refined attitude and keep-it-forever appeal:

(image via blog.newsok.com)

Miu Miu Duchess silk origami-detailed dress, $1,200 at net-a-porter.com

Escada Tweed Blouson Sheath, $1,690 at Saks Fifth Avenue

Black Halo Jackie-O Dress, $345 at Saks Fifth Avenue

Love,
Loren

Women’s Fashion Tips – One of Our New Favorite Designers

Loren Ridinger — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 05:11:00 +0000

Everyone loves a good buy: No wonder Bloomingdale’s has zeroed in on Yoana Baraschi as one of fashion’s hottest new talents. The gorgeous, Romanian-born Baraschi – whose former life include stints as a sculptor, fashion illustrator and creative director for Betsey Johnson – rethinks basics in a cool, artful way (Sienna Miller, Rachel Bilson and Lauren Conrad are fans.) Can’t you see yourself in these?

Yoana Baraschi “Massain” Beaded Silk Mini Dress, $376 at Bloomingdales

Yoana Baraschi Origami Ruffled Silk Party Dress, $398 at Bloomingdales

Love,
Loren

Women’s Fashion Tips – On the Hunt for the Perfect Shoe-Boot

Loren Ridinger — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 14:05:00 +0000

Want to give new life to a summer dress or classic skirt and blouse combo? A hard-edged cage heel (the shoe of the moment) can ground your whole outfit. Choose a substantial shape to balance against more feminine pieces. Our favorites are actually quite walk-able, and look rich, sexy and cool in the heat.

Prada Multi-Strap Sandals, $620, Saks Fifth Avenue

Aisha high-heel gladiator sandal, $160, Banana Republic

Jimmy Choo Karina studded shoe-boots, $1,095 at Net-a-porter.com

Love,
Loren

Drop Dead Gorgeous: Megan Fox

Loren Ridinger — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 14:23:00 +0000

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Leave it to Megan Fox to make a simple gown look edgy – just by adding lightweight, extra-long drop earrings. I can’t get enough of this new jewelry trend. The dangly shape elongates your neck without feeling overpowering; it also draws focus to a bare collarbone with just the right dose of sexiness. Still… wearing such a sweeping, dramatic shape requires a trick or two, which Fox demonstrates masterfully:

Keep the rest of your jewelry to an absolute minimum.
The simpler the hair, the better; a ballerina bun or chignon looks exactly right.
Pair the earrings with a clean-lined top or strapless dress — no fussy collars that might break the flow.

Here are a few extra-long earrings I’m digging at the moment. What are your thoughts on these?

Bardot Double Link Earring with Chrysophrase, $150 from Alexisbittar.com

Solange Diamond Shaped Earring, $170 from Leeangel.com

Limited Edition Crystal Drop Earrings – Montana Blue, $111 from Martinewebster.com

Love,
Loren

Women’s Fashion Tips – How Glamorous is Ombre?

Loren Ridinger — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 05:17:00 +0000

Ombre, as you may recall, had a big moment a couple of seasons ago. Now officially on the style map, it’s also one of the easiest ways to enhance your curves: When the color fades in and out in the right places, nothing’s more flattering. Check out this gorgeous Burberry dream dress. And I love the gorgeous, saturated hues in Old Navy’s jersey maxi-dress, too. $25!

Burberry Ombre Check Dress, $4695 at Bloomingdales

Ombre Jersey Maxi Dress, $25 at Oldnavy.com

Love,
Loren