Francy Answers: Where to get an affordable leather style skater skirt

Earlier this week I showed how to wear a leather skater skirt and one reader asked on twitter where to get an affordable option.

I purchased mine over a year ago from Forever21 so it's no longer available BUT I found several just as stylish options all for well under $100, most under $30! Check them out below and find the right one for you!

 

Comment below and let us know what you think of these picks? Do you own a leather skater skirt? Where did you get yours?

 

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What to Wear to Your Work's Office Holiday Party

 

 

Keep things festive yet classic at the annual office holiday party by wearing a work appropriate ensemble with fun and decorative details. In this look, the classic work shift dress gets a holiday update with the help of sequins sleeves. This look is perfect for the office since it can easily be toned down by pairing a blazer on top during the work day.

Having the annual holiday party at someone's house this year? Working at a startup with a super relaxed dress code? Keep things simple yet festive with this easy to put together outfit. Wear a leather skater skirt and pair it with a classic cable knit sweater and glitzy accessories to glam up the look.

 

Comment below and let us know if your office as an annual holiday party? Is it a more formal or casual affair?

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Francy Answers: What to wear to the Airport

With the holiday season in full swing, and many people heading to various destinations to celebrate, I often get questions about what to wear to the airport. Here are a few points to keep in mind when dressing to head out on your next voyage.

Francy Answers: What to wear to a casino

Spending the night out on the town can be a lot of fun. However, for some women ensuring the night’s success starts with being selective about what she will wear. Certain activities or venues necessitate a certain manner of dress. Take playing roulette at a casino as an example. This is a particular place that requires a certain level of dress. If this fails to be achieved, it could result in being denied access to the casino. Also, overdressing can make one stick out like a sore thumb. Therefore, properly dressing for a casino night is incredibly important.

Francy Answers: How to Make your Perfume Scent Last longer

The only thing harder than finding the perfect scent, is making it stick! We all want to smell like our favorite fragrance throughout the day (without the aroma being overwhelming though please). Below are our favorite tips on how to keep your perfume scent lasting all day (and even night).

Francy Answers: How to transition your dresses into Fall/Autumn

Dear Francy,
I'm more of a dress and skirt kind of girl and now that the weather is getting colder, I was wondering if you have any tips for how to wear dresses in the Fall. This is my first Fall up north and I'm nervous about the transition. Thanks so much!

1. Tights are your best friend. Don't even attempt to wear a dress without tights (or a similar contraption for those into retro guarders and things) once the weather starts to get chilly. For some ladies the thought of wearing tights and stockings may cause them to conjure up images of their mother (or even grand mother) but these accessories are definitely not a thing of the past. These days tights come in thousands of styles, looks, and forms: all perfect for younger (and older) generations alike.

Francy Answers: How to Transition Your Wardrobe for Fall

Fall has finally, finally arrived, and I for one couldn't be happier. Some time back in July I started daydreaming about the days when I would once again be able to venture out of the house without my face instantly turning into a sweaty mess and the subways feeling like Dante's Inferno.

Now that those gruesomely hot days have past, our closets needs a little time and TLC to get it in gear for the Fall days ahead. Below are a few tips on how to get your wardrobe transitioned into Fall.

Francy Answers: How to Get the Lilac Lipstick Look

Dear Francy,

I love the lipstick shade the model is wearing in this picture, do you know how I can get the same look?

Thanks,

--H

Lilac and lavender lipsticks are a great alternative to the classic red lip. Lilac lipsticks are very flattering on a multitude of skin tones and look great when paired with a neutral or bold eye shadow. Below are several lipstick shades that will give you the same look and tips on how to wear it.

Francy Answers: How to apply stick foundation

Dear Francy,

Not sure if you have any experience with this but I recently heard about stick foundation and I'm interested in trying it but I have no clue how to wear it. Have you worn it before and if so how? Thanks for your help!

 

Stick foundation may not be as common as liquid and powder, but it has actually been around for quite some time. Stick foundation is basically cream foundation in a stick applicator. Like other cream foundation formulas, stick foundation can provide medium to full coverage, depending on application amount.

Stick foundations give concentrated strokes of foundation when applied, so it's best to use a sponge applicator over other brushes to evenly distribute the foundation all over your face.

Recently I tried the Maybelline Oil Free Foundation stick (look out for a review on this foundation) and created a tutorial on how I applied it. Below are step by step instructions on how I apply my stick foundation and the products that I used.

Francy Answers: What to wear to a Fall / End of Summer Wedding

Dear Francy,

I came across your blog and had a question for you! I am attending a fall/end of summer wedding next weekend! Do you have any ideas on what to wear? I have too many unsure ideas floating around in my head. Thanks in advance

--C

 

 

For a fall/end of summer wedding, a midi dress is definitely your best bet. It allows you to still wear a cocktail style dress with a few extra inches of critical additional length, which will be much needed once the temperatures start to dip. As with a Spring wedding, you want to try and find a dress that will be figure flattering and sultry, but not slutty.

 

 

If midi dresses aren't your thing, you could also opt for a skater style dress paired with a chic jacket or blazer. Skater style dresses are a great pick for weddings because they are ultra feminine, but still comfortable. Look for an option that is chic and slightly more sophisticated than a regular day dress.

Act like a Lady, Shop Like a Man: Advice on how to optimize shopping trips

With all the talk of thinking like men in order to understand the way they behave in relationships, it occurred to me that we can also learn a thing or two about shopping from the male's perspective.
In order to maximize each shopping trip, here are a few tips and tricks I've borrowed from the opposite sex.

Francy Answers: what to wear under your graduation gown

Hello Francy,

I am in desperate need of your help.My mom bought me this beautiful blue high-low chiffon dress for graduation but I want to accessorize it. The thing is... I actually suck at accessorizing. I have no idea about what to do with shoes, jewerly, or a belt. I bought a gold belt from little 5..but I have no idea if it works or not. Would you be able to help me?? I would be eternally grateful!!

Faith

Hi Faith -

First off, congratulations on graduating!!! I know graduation is coming up soon so I wanted to give you a written response as quick as possible.

So first things first, I love the fact that you choose a wrap dress to wear, lately I've been loving them myself as they are extremely figure flattering and "sexy classy" as I like to call it lol ;) I think it is a good idea to change out the belt that comes with it and put your own to dress it up a bit but I would suggest going with a coral color instead of a gold (the belt I wore in here is exactly the same kind I think would look great with your dress). Coral pink and cobalt blue look excellent together and would be lovely for the occasion.

Try finding a skinny waist belt, preferably one that was a hidden belt buckle or a bow instead of a typical belt buckle (like the one I wore here).

Below are more Coral Belt Options:

ModeWalk.com Belts · Lodis Belts · Big Buddha Belts

If you're not a fan of coral, a yellow or kelly green belt in the same style I described would also work well with the blue of your dress.

What to wear to a Spring Wedding

Weddings are a time to look your best, regardless if you're in the actual ceremony or not. If you're single, it's the perfect opportunity to meet a friend of a friend (just make sure they aren't trying to reenact wedding crashers). If you're in a relationship, it's the perfect time to show all your friends and more importantly exes that you haven't seen in a while that you still got it (be honest, you know you do it too). So yea, needless to say, the stakes are pretty high. Luckily, we got your back ;). Check out our how to post for inspiration on what to wear to your upcoming Spring weddings.

More Vanessa Mooney...

Look for dresses that are form flattering but not overly sexy. Try finding a knee length cocktail dress in a soft pastel or warm coral like the one pictured above. Remember, sometimes more is more, show some skin but make sure you remain tasteful. Complete the look with neutral accessories and a cute white blazer.



 

 

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Francy Answers: How to prevent buyer's remorse

"Dear Francy, I feel like I'm constantly going shopping, then going back and returning things a week later. I seriously hate doing this but I keep shopping because I always feel like I never have ANYTHING to wear. I hate my closet so much I'm thinking of getting rid of everything and starting from scratch. Do you have any tips on building a better wardrobe? "

If you're anything like me, you can probably empathize with this reader's dilemma. I use to have a very similar problem (and as a result still have items in my closet with price tags attached because I never wore them after purchasing). It sounds to me like the real issue is buyers remorse, a condition that although painfully annoying, is luckily preventable. Below are the three questions I try to ask myself before and while I'm shopping in order to prevent buying items I will later regret.

Francy Answers: What to Wear for Easter Sunday

Dressing for holidays and special occasions can sometimes be difficult, chances are you are you going to be surrounded by friends and family you haven't seen in a while and want to look your best. I myself am a firm believer in wearing my "Sunday Best" every Easter, and enjoy looking back on photos of everyone dressed up for the special day.

This year I can't think of a better combo then a beautiful floral print piece paired with a pretty pastel. Whether you have big plans for tomorrow or will just be having a quiet Easter with family or friends, I've put together two looks that are sure to help you look great as you celebrate the day.

The key to this first look is to start off this look with a nice white blouse. Since you are going to be wearing a bold print as well as a bright pastels, you always want to make sure you are wearing a solid color neutral to tone down the look and  you can go for one with details like in the above example of pair it with a simple plain white blouse.

Francy Answers: Should you Splurge on This Trend?

Dear Francy, I love the shoe trend you mentioned today and have had my eye on a pair of Alexander Wang Liya Pumps but don't know if they are worth the price? Do you think this shoe trend will stay in style for a while?

Francy Answers: What to Wear to a Super bowl Party

As you all know, this upcoming Sunday the Ravens are playing the 49ers for the super bowl title. Whether you're a football fan or as I heard one person refer to it "watching the football game that's the opening act for the Beyonce concert", chances are you'll be attending a super bowl party. Dressing for sporting events can be somewhat tricky, although you're not at the physical sporting event venue, you still want to incorporate functionality and sporty chic into your look.

In today's Francy Answers post I put together two possible looks for inspiration as well as three helpful tips to help you have a home run err umm "touch down" worthy outfit!

Option Number One:

 

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Option Number Two:

 

More Mother...

What ever look you decide to go for, here are three tips to keep in mind...

How to Get Scandal's Olivia Pope Workwear Style

  

I might have been one of the last people on Earth to finally jump on the Scandal obsession but now that the train has left the station it's full speed ahead for me. I ended up watching a self-induced marathon (thanks to good ole on demand) for the better part of my recent Friday night.

 Olivia Pope has such an uncanny ability to command respect and look good while doing it, Kerry Washington nails this role and has become a style inspiration to woman everywhere. Check out this style guide and steal some of Olivia's sass and style ;)

What to wear for NYE 2012

It's hard to believe that 2012 is already over, seems like just yesterday we we're watching the ball drop for 2012 and freaking out about the end of the Mayan calendar.


For me New Years is always a time for me to reflect on the year that had just passed and to create goals and prayers for the upcoming year. Looking back, 2012 has been a very eventful year for me, everything from graduating college, moving to New York City, and restarting Fancy Francy has been a new and exciting experience that I'm really grateful to have had.


Whatever your plans are for the NYE 2012, today is the perfect day to bring on the sparkle. Celebrate the New Year in style with a little help from today's outfit inspiration and end 2012 shining bright like a diamond!

Francy Answers: What to wear with seafoam green pumps

 

Recently reader Amanda wrote in " what you would wear with seafoam green pumps?" I personally love seafoam green and although I don't own a pair, I do own other accessories in this color. The trick to wearing seafoam green is making sure that the rest of your outfit is slightly more subdue. I personally like pairing it with black, tan, and blue. In particular, cobalt blue is a rich color that compliments this light green beautifully. With those tips in mind I put together two looks to serve as inspiration.