One Shoe, Three Ways…

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Barefoot Tess, boho, cowboy boots, fashion, mexican, style, western

One Shoe, Three Ways… by jenniferastin
Free People drop waist dress / The Elder Statesman cashmere sweater / Free People studded leather jacket / Gucci / See by chloé / MiH Jeans cropped jeans / Free People backpack bag / DANNIJO collar jewelry / Marni resin ring / B.F.T. by Barefoot Tess ‘Nashville’ Boot (Brown)

The Western-inspired trend is still very much alive, and it’s at its best in the small details. Look for a great pair of boots (we love the B.F.T. by Barefoot Tess ‘Nashville’) and then pair them with simple, almost boho pieces.  The look is Mexican Western, not Old West Americana. #lucky #trends #outfitideas

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bags, Balmain, designer, discount, fashion, fashionesta, lucky, trends

If you’re looking for typical high-end designer brands at discount prices, Fashionesta is a good destination. The selection isn’t huge, and the finds are usually out of date, but there’s always something classic that’s available at a vastly reduced price (if flashy, displayed logos are your thing, this is your website). We actually fell in love with their selection of Balmain bags, which are expensive, hard to find, and often overlooked by the handbag obsessed. This ‘Balmain Bag in Stone‘ is our favorite, although we loved the rocker black bags also. The grey suede is unexpected and easy to pair with most ensembles, and we adore the soft, distressed effect. It features gunmetal stud and zipper details and people will have no doubt who designed it, as the logo “Pierre Balmain” is stamped prominently across the front. With two top handles, a single zipper opening, and one interior pocket, it’s just enough bag to carry your essentials and so chic you may have to go to Paris just to carry it. #lucky #trends

Trend Report: Stripes and Color-blocking

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bright colors, color blocking, dresses, fashion, polyvore, stripes, style

Trend Report: Stripes and Color-blocking by jenniferastin featuring a silk dress
Roksanda Ilincic zipper dress / 3.1 Phillip Lim silk dress / Camilla and Marc striped dress / ISSA London flare dress / Preen neon dress / Camilla and Marc stripe dress / Maje jersey knit dress

Color-blocking is the trend that just won’t go away.  It’s in at least one editorial photo shoot in every major fashion magazine every month, and it’s been that way for 3 or 4 years. However, it’s taking an interesting twist by slowly becoming infused with striped patterns, giving an otherwise dated and frankly boring look a fresh spin. Look for great halter neck or high-collar dresses with girlish, flared pouf skirts. #lucky #trends #outfitideas

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cap sleeve, fashion, lucky, print, style, tee, three dots, trends

Sometimes we crave the luxurious simplicity of a well designed, easy but slightly fancy tee. We want to wear it with our “nice” jeans and a pair of pumps or boots and hit the market, or go to the movies. We want a tee that’s nice enough to be seen by someone important to us we may happen to run into. This ‘Cap Sleeve Pocket Tee‘ from Three Dots fulfills these requirements exactly. Known for fine American luxury sportswear, Three Dots uses great materials and has classic cuts and designs. This cap sleeve tee is made of 100% raw silk and features a left front pocket, comes in a delicious mocha brown color, and is printed on top with a teal surf leopard print that’s classy and chic. The perfect tee for running into your ex-boyfriend in. #lucky #outfitideas

Styling Tips 101

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Barefoot Tess, Corso Como, fashion, polyvore, red skirt, style, stylng tips, TIBI

Styling Tips 101 by jenniferastin featuring tibi

Lover lace top / Stella McCartney wool blazer / TIBI / Corso Como taupe pumps / Charlotte Olympia / Tom Binns swarovski crystal bracelet / Bijoux Heart swarovski crystal jewelry

#lucky #trends #outfitideas

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fashion, lucky, pants, Revolve Clothing, silk pants, tapered pants, TIBI, trends

Although the brightly colored skinny jean is still “in” this season, the new trend is looser and more laid back. The silk wide-waisted, almost tapered leg pant is huge right now and looks terribly adult and sophisticated. We’re loving the ‘Solid Silk Pleated Pant‘ in marine blue from Tibi, available at Revolve Clothing. The 28″ inseam means you’ll have plenty of ankle room to show off a great pair of solid colored pumps or printed strappy sandal heels, and the 100% raw silk pants have a slight taper, moving from 16″ at the knee to 12″ at the ankle. With front pleating detail, front slit pockets, back flap pockets, and elasticized leg openings, these are serious fashion pants. We’d wear ours with a lightweight cropped graphic print tee and a white or black blazer, or a cropped pink mohair sweater. Perfect for work, a date, or a night out with friends. #lucky #outfitideas #trends

One Shoe, Three Ways…

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Barefoot Tess, fashion, flat, polyvore, style, tapestry

One Shoe, Three Ways… by jenniferastin featuring red valentino dress

RED Valentino dress / Nina Ricci / Acne oversized top / Diane von Furstenberg / J.Crew short mini skirt / Current/Elliott boyfriend jeans / Marc by Marc Jacobs marc jacobs jewelry, $100 / DANNIJO / Kenneth Jay Lane swarovski crystal jewelry, $150 / B.F.T. by Barefoot Tess ‘Adelaide’ Slight Wedge (Blue Tapestry)

The B.F.T. by Barefoot Tess ‘Adelaide‘ is the perfect flat. A small covered wedge adds interest, and the slightly pointed toe and high cut vamp make it extremely flattering. My favorite color is this gorgeous, peacock/paisley tapestry print. The variety of colors it contains makes it fun and easy to pair with all different styles. Find your way to wear it and make it your own! #lucky #outfitideas

2013 Golden Globes Awards Fashion Success Stories

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2013, best dressed, dresses, fashion, Golden Globes, gowns, style

Some of you may remember from my last awards show post, I only post about the gowns I like; you’ll find no “worst dressed list” here.  So, here’s my assessment:

1. My WINNER of Best-Dressed is Nicole Richie in Naeem Khan. Not only is Khan currently my favorite fancy-dress-designer-guy, but I love all shades of blue, I love sparkles, I love lace, I love exotic designs, and I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE, long sleeves and the totally covered-up look. You have to be thin to pull it off, and right now, Richie seems to be at a good weight. She looks healthy and radiant, and I adore the look and styling from head to toe.

2.  I’m adoring Lucy Liu in this graphic, light blue floral patterned ball gown by Carolina Herrera. It’s perfectly on trend for what’s hot in 2013 and she looks lovely. The styling is simple and elegant, and it’s very classic to me. I love the casual side fishtail braid, the small earrings, and the fitted bodice of this dress against the front pleated, pocketed, pouf skirt (you know me and pockets. I’m the pocket girl). Easy does it wins the race.

3.  Kerry Washington blew my mind in this subtly flashy confection from Miu Miu. She’s usually a cut-outs and neon type of girl, and I’m really impressed with this selection. I love Miu Miu and this dress is just so very cool. I’m loving the current barely-there covered by embellishments trend, and this dress hits that trend on the mark perfectly. It’s simple and chic – something Zuhair Murad attempts and often fails by over embellishing (see everything Jennifer Lopez or Katy Perry have ever worn of Murad’s). Also, blush tones are so very NOW.

4.  Kate Hudson is usually on my best-dressed list, so this is no surprise. She absolutely dazzles in this Alexander McQueen dress. Once again, I love long sleeves and a long skirt, but this dress has a sexy middle cut out (which is so very Kate) and is edged up by typically McQueen gold embellishments at the collar and belt. It’s boho and rock star at the same time, which is, well, who Kate Hudson IS!

5.  Anne Hathaway may not be one of my favorites on the red carpet in general, and I really just detest this hair cut (I know, I know, Les Mis, I GET IT), but she absolutely hits the ball out of the park in this two-piece CHANEL wonderland of winter white. I’m blinded by how gorgeous this gown is. I would have loved to see a pop of color on her somewhere (I envision an amazing, chunky, ruby cuff bracelet), but hey, let Rachel Zoe do her thing. She has an idea of who she wants Hathaway to be, so fine. (But I would have gotten that darn huge ruby cuff on her).

6.  Kristen Bell is so adorable pregnant, and dressing for an awards show whilst carrying a child must be a total nightmare. All that aside, she looks amazing in this ethereal Jenny Packham gown. I have a proclivity for intricate beading work at the collar and bodice, and I love the gently gray, purple, and mauve tone of this dress, so everything is working in tune for me here. She looks happy and beautiful.

Can’t wait to read what the “professionals” have to say about this year’s Globes fashion choices. Hope you’ve enjoyed my assessment!  #lucky #trends

*all photos courtesy of PopSugar

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fashion, lucky, maxi dress, olivia palermo, piperlime, sabine, trends, vegan leather

I must admit, I like Olivia Palermo’s style. She’s rail thin, so of course everything looks amazing on her, but she has a nice way of putting things together so that each piece shines and nothing gets overshadowed. Piperlime has added her as a Style Editor (which I think was a good move, since Rachel Zoe is utterly predictable. Faux fur, high platforms, big sunglasses, done). While browsing Palermo’s “picks,” I came across this ‘Vegan Leather Chiffon Maxi Dress‘ by Sabine and was intrigued. I’ve never worn vegan leather myself, but I like the concept and I’ve heard it’s quite soft. Plus, I love the contrast of leather against chiffon and of black against bright, cobalt blue. The vegan leather bodice is super flattering and I adore the gentle pleats to the maxi skirt. All in all, this seems like a great dress to pair with simple, low-heeled, strappy pumps and a sparkly bracelet. #lucky #outfitideas

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cocktail dress, Couture Candy, dress, fashion, graphic print, Kay Unger, lucky, trends

It’s nice to have a fairly sizable arsenal of cocktail or semi-formal dresses lined up and ready to go in your closet. Unless you’re a celebrity or socialite, you don’t need a bunch of really formal gowns, and only if you’re a hermit would you require no dresses at all. The cocktail dress is a great way to try some of the newest trends, like floral patterns, bold colors, or graphic prints. We love this ‘Cap Sleeve‘ dress in green multi made by Kay Unger and available on Couture Candy. It falls just above the knee, has a sweet boat neckline, small cap sleeves, and a great floral/forest print. Pair it with black patent pumps or ankle booties and you have yourself the perfect outfit for a date or drinks with the girls. #lucky #outfitideas