Weekend Wardrobe Inspiration: Colored Pants

This week marked the official start of Spring! And while the temperature might still be a little chilly, there's no reason why you can't start incorporating a little color into your wardrobe. Trade in the winter black or blah blue jeans this weekend for a little pop or color.

Don't have any colored pants yet? Shop a few of my picks at the end of this post!

 

What I'm Loving Now: Snowy Weather Essentials

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Usually by mid February I'm starting to lust after warm weather clothes and accessories. Sadly, in light of the seemingly daily blizzard conditions here in NYC and across the country, instead I've been drooling over fur hats, cute snow boots, warm quilted leather, and stylish bags to dress up drab winter gear. I'm loving these ten items this week because they have just enough "fancy" and function to help make it through the last stretch of winter.

What to wear for New Year's Eve 2013

Now that Christmas is over, everyone's next question is what am I doing for New Year's Eve? And more importantly what am I wearing?! Recently a reader wrote in asking if I had any updated advice on what to wear for new year's eve, although sparkle and sequin are still (and will always be) the star of NYE, there are ways to incorporate some of the trends from 2013 to spice up your look. Below are three outfits that are perfect for NYE night!



 

Sequin dress / H&M fluffy cardigan, sale $20 / sheer tight / BCBG pumps / J Crew Clutch / House of Harlow 1960 sand jewelry / Michael Kors post earrings / Bobbi Brown shimmer eyeshadow / Yves Saint Laurent lipstick / False Eyelashes

 

This first look is all about the sparkle and shimmer. The skater dress and skater skirt have been huge this year! Personally I can't get enough of it, and plan on riding this trend out till the end. Try find a skater style dress with sequins and pairing it with complimentary accessories for a NYE look that is cute and sassy.

 

 

 

Topshop sequin & velvet dress / black sequin jacket / Rihanna For River Island black sandal / Loeffler Randall cheetah print clutch / Burberry studded cuff / black and gold earrings /  tassel necklace / NYX eye shadow / Elizabeth arden lipstick / Shu uemura lashes

 

This next look is a little bit "grown and sex"

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.

13 Holiday Dresses $50 and Under!

The holiday season is right around the corner. The holidays are all about food, family, gifts, giving, and of course… parties! Whether you’re headed to a family friendly get together, a night out with girls, or a work party there’s a dress below for you! And the best part? They are all $50 and under!



Jewel toned colors are a great choice for this time of year. Not only are they versatile, they also look amazing on everyone



 

Office parties can be tricky. You still want to look appropriate, while being able to dress more flexibly. A good rule of thumb– slip into a shift dress just above the knee. Tights are also a smart idea. Keep the dress fairly simple, and glam it up with a statement necklace, or sparkly bag.

 



 

Nothing screams holiday wear better than sparkles or metallics. You can go in many different directions with this look. Ultimately, you don’t want to go too overboard with the shine and end up looking like a christmas tree.

 

Stray away from a boring LRD (Little red dress), by keeping an eye out for interesting cutouts. If you’re skin tone is more warm than cool, orangey reds (see top middle) will look best on you. If you’re skin tone is more cool than warm, a blue-red (see left) will look amazing!

Xoxo,

Niyah

Today’s article was written by Niyah from InexpensiveChic.com. For more by Niyah be sure to check out her blog and follow her on twitter @InexpensiveChic

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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.

3 Jewelry Trends to Try this Fall

After a nice hot summer that was full of heels, sundresses, shorts, and more, fall is finally upon us! This means it’s time to start thinking about what trends you’ll be rocking this season.
Of all the different forms of fashion trends come in (footwear, makeup, and clothing), jewelry seems to be pretty popular. Right now, 3 Jewelry trends that have been inspired by fashion week runway shows are: stacked rings, chains, and animal jewelry.

How to style a shift dress

Summer day parties are amongst some of my favourite past times. There’s something quite perfect about sipping on cocktails watching the sun set as you dance along to summer tunes. Although I adore day parties, finding the right assemble can be somewhat tricky. Recently I've taken to wearing shift dresses as they provide just the right amount of style and sophistication, and work brilliantly from Summer into Autumn.

Look 1:
Dress up a rather simple shift dress by pairing it with a hat. Hats are a great way to add flare and fun to a look, while helping you fight off the wind while you're at it! I love this gorgeous Topshop number because it's long enough to "protect my dignity", and just loose enough that I don't have to worry if I eat too much!

Look 2:
Hat's not your thing? Try popping on a "floral reef" like the blue flower crown I put on to finish this second look and add a touch of femininity! This look is a shift dress I got from Urban Outfitters after I fell in love with the loose fitting style and blue marble pattern. Since this dress is more decorative than the first, I decided to try a more demure hair accessorize.

And there you have it! Two awesome ways to accessorize a lovely shift dress this summer into fall!

Comment below and let me know if you own any shift dresses? How do you like to style your shift dresses?

xoxo,

Sophie

This article was written by Sophie of simplesophie.com. For more by Sophie be sure to check out her blog and follow her on twitter @simplesophie_ .

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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.

3 Ways to Style Shorts this Summer

Shorts are a win win for summer (especially when you follow these tips). There’s no risk of a breeze lifting them up and revealing more than you bargained for, but they’re still flattering and keep you cool. There are loads of different styles available, all kind of lengths and cuts and studs and sequins. I’ve chosen these loose fitting Primark shorts that have quite a silky feel to them and a very subtle elephant print. I’ve styled them three different ways here, so you can make the most of yours this summer!

5 Tips on How to Wear Shorts

Shorts are the classic summer staple, but that doesn't mean they have to be boring! Shorts can be practical, comfortable, elegant, and feminine. There are a variety of styles, ranging from short-shorts and retro style to the classic short, giving an unlimited number of ways to style them.

The classic summer short can be found in many different colours and lengths. It could be paired with a simple t-shirt, a light cardigan, and oxfords for a casual day time look, or dressed up for a night out by adding a chic blazer and heels to the look.

Keep reading for tips to help you get the most out of your short looks this summer.

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's Trending Now: Chain Necklaces

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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.

Must Have Monday: Easter Dresses

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:

 

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

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!