Showing posts with label blazer. Show all posts
Showing posts with label blazer. Show all posts

Tuesday, March 12, 2013

7 Steps to Modern Power Dressing for Women


There are plenty of ways to dress like the powerful women without having a 90’s throwback moment.  These tips allow the modern women to exude the power, and confidence in the clothes she’s wearing.




 1.     Be groomed- this may seem like a funny way to start a power-dressing list, but I can’t stress this enough. Cut and blow dry your locks in place, have clean not-over-done makeup and keep your nails manicured. The modern power dressing women is put together in every way.
    
  2.     Blazers- adding a blazer is the easiest way to smarten up your outfit with minimal effort. For a corporate look, pair a well fitted blazer with a pair of cigarette pants and pumps.
             
        
      
3.     Luxe Fabrics- you don’t have to stick to tailored pieces all the time. Fabrics like silk and cashmere are perfect for modern power dressing. There bit of a splurge, but look and feel fabulous. 

      
       
4.     Tailoring- a classic tip that applies just as much in modern power dressing is to wear well fitting, tailored clothing. Taking the steps to hem your pants or adjust the waist on a blazer can make a dramatic difference.
       
  
5.     Colour- in a sea of black and grey, experiment with colour where you can. Designers this season have been showing a lot of boldly coloured matching suit sets, so if the occasion allows for it try wearing red, yellow, orange or blue. If wearing a strong colour is out of your comfort zone, why not try adding colour in a form of accessories like your shoes or bag.
       

6.     Wear what you love- when it comes to power dressing you must remember this step. If you’re wearing something ill fitting or not your style- it’s going to show. You must exude confidence when power dressing, its all about owning the look.
      

7.     Time keeper- a fine watch says something about a women- I’m on time AND I’ve got style. Those two things combined scream power and confidence. Bolder, larger faced watches are trending for women, so skip the 1980’s small-faced version.
           


Above all, remember power dressing is about the right attitude, as well as the right clothes. Be confident, stand tall, and always smile. 

- Lindsey Kennerknecht 
xo

Monday, March 12, 2012

Dressing out of Context?

The suburbs is known for being family oriented, having little traffic and noise, and lower crime rate but most definitely not for the trendsetters. So what is a fashionista to do if she decides to live in the suburbs rather than the city? It’s the most cost effective alternative, but not the most socially comfortable one. At first glance one might not think it would make a big difference, but then the awkward stares become apparent.

For instance, when shopping downtown Yorkville a fashionista feels inspired and at ease. Surrounded by beautiful clothes, people and the city make you feel confident and welcome. In comparison, while shopping in Square One a fashion forward female feels self-conscious and rushed. Picture a girl with chunky gold accessories, mint green Jeffrey Campbell’s, black sheer maxi dress and salmon coloured blazer lost in a crowd of Lulumen yoga pants and UGG boots. The stares all stem from confusion, ridicule, curiosity, and some interest. Feeling out of place in the mall, the one place a girl should fit in the most is when dressing out of context is the most clear.





Jeffrey Campbell

Suburbia needs to be shaken up when it comes to being different. The population tends to conform and is scared of trying something new. So its time to leave uncomfortable stares behind and pull out your brightest pants to flaunt!

Written By: Laura Suarez