Corporate Challenge: Wear your Philip Lim x Target skirt at work

 

Animal Print Skirt, $29.99
Phillip Lim x Target

Last month we all clamored to get our hands on the coveted cheap-chic line 3.1 Phillip Lim x Target, and I’m surprised at how many people don’t know what to do with these pieces. Are you looking for outfit ideas for your new fashion finds?

No problem! Over the next few Wednesdays, I’ll show you how to wear some of your favorite 3.1 Phillip Lim x Target pieces in cute, somewhat unexpected, ways – you ready?

Let’s start with the popular animal print skirt. Despite what you may think you can TOTALLY wear this piece to work – yes even in a corporate setting!

This one is simple – Take a crisp, clean white button down and add blue pointy-toed pumps. Boom! Done! In a corporate office the button down shows you’re still about business, and the blue shoes – though fun – help you avoid adding too much color since they match the skirt.  If your office environment is more casual feel free to wear a t-shirt and add a chunky gold chain for even more fun.

Top~ Express | Skirt~ Phillip Lim x Target |Shoes ~ Nine West |Bracelet ~ Banana Republic |Necklace ~ Gifted

There you have it – one of many chic ways to style your Phillip Lim x Target animal print skirt. Check back next Wednesday for more ways to wear this cheap-chic line!

Outfit Inspiration: What to wear for in-between weather

 

One of the trickiest parts of transitioning from one season to another is figuring out what to wear. Between Labor Day and Thanksgiving you’ll find yourself constantly sticking your hand out the window to answer life’s tough questions – Do I need a jacket? Something light or leather bomber? Should I put on tights or can I still wear sandals? Here’s your solution – the perfect fall outfit.

For the perfect transitional look mix and match elements of summer and fall. Take summer’s brightly colored skirt  and add a long-sleeve top in a complementary fall color. Black always works, and tan or oxblood are very of the moment.  Make sure the top is lightweight enough that you’ll stay warm if a breeze blows, but you won’t melt in the sun.

 

Next add tights. Opaque are best if you’ll be outside at the beginning or end of the day when the weather is it’s coolest. Last add basic pumps, or flats. If the temperature rises too much you’ll regret wearing boots, but with pumps or flats you take off your tights and still look chic in your shoes.

 

Don’t forget your accessories! Depending on how cold you think it might be carry a light jacket, like a blazer, and/or a lightweight scarf. Sunnies are necessary in the daytime since is still out! Be sure to have a bag that holds any of these accessories, in case you decide you don’t need any of them.

 

Top ~  Kenneth Cole ¦ Skirt ~ Chelsea & Theodore ¦ Tights ~ Express ¦ Pumps ~ Sam Edelman ¦ Bag ~ Phillip Lim x Target ¦ Sunnies ~ Express ¦ Scarf ~ Express

 

There you have it. My perfect “transitioning weather outfit.  What do YOU wear during in-between weather?

Sneak Peek – Isabel Marant for H&M Lookbook has leaked!

Didn’t move fast enough for Phillip Lim x Target? Start prepping for the next cheap chic collabo. It looks like the Isabel Marant for H&M lookbook has leaked!!

Huffington Post nabbed these photos from the upcoming collection. As promised, it seems the line has pieces for men and women in Marant’s signature style. In addition to dresses, pants and jackets it seems there’s a nice selection of shoes and accessories as well.

More pieces are expected to be added before the line is in stores November 14. Which items are you excited for?

 

Primetime Emmy’s 2013: Best and Worst Dressed

This year’s Primetime Emmy’s were pretty lackluster, and the red carpet looks were generally no different. There were a few trends that repeated themselves over and over – blues and berries, emeralds and greens, nude nails, and general minimalism.

Despite the generally underwhelming looks there were a few worth noticing. Check out some of the best and worst dressed from last night’s red carpet below.

Christina Hendricks in Christian Siriano

Christina Hendricks is always hit-or-miss, and for the second year in a row she seems to have gotten it together for the Primetime Emmys! The all black Christian Siriano gown is slimming and the lace sleeves are a nice solution to the never-ending support problem the Mad Men actress seems to have. Both the basic black dress and her signature naturally red hair are complemented by her jade earrings, ring and tiny clutch. Well done Christina, well done!

Mindy Kaling in Georges Chakra

When it comes to hiding your trouble spots, Mindy Kaling seems to know a thing or two. Not only does her deep berry Georges Chakra gown work well against her skin, an updo helps show off the intricately embellished neckline. Between the neckline, slimming dark color, and length of the sleeve no one can notice any imperfections on her arms. As well as you did for yourself Mindy, please pass these tips on to Lena Dunham. 

Lena Dunham in Prada

Remember that time in elementary school you convinced your mother to let you dress yourself? That’s must be what happened to Lena Dunham last night. The Girls actress donned a Prada spaghetti strap dress, not sure this can be called a “gown” covered in large flowers that didn’t work well with her arm tattoo. To add insult to injury, Dunham decided her eyeshadow should match her dress. No Lena, just, no.

Zosia Mamet in Honor

Who told Lena Dunham to give Zosia Mamet fashion advice? She definitely gets points for trying – while everyone else was safe with bland dressing choices, she opted for an Honor gown with personality – but she really doesn’t have what it takes to pull this look off. Add to that the ‘messy up-do’ and reverse french mani which clashed with the dress, and this look is a full-on disaster.

Allison Williams in Ralph Lauren

Though her Girls co-stars couldn’t seem to get it together Allison Williams went with an on-trend cobalt blue gown by Ralph Lauren that flattered her well. Allison chose to keep it simple with two gold bracelets and soft waves in her hair.  This look is entirely understated and simple, which works, but couldn’t she have tried a bit harder for the Emmys? It’s a good thing her Roger Vivier black and gold pumps are hiding under that dress because as pretty as they are, they weren’t the right choice for this look.

Zooey Deschanel in J. Mendel

Zooey Deschanel really seems to be finally growing up and learning how to dress for her age and her looks! It seems The New Girl star is continuing to grow out of her signature “quirky cute” look and is opting for more sophisticated ensembles. In a clean pale blue/greyish  J. Mendel gown and simple curls added to the ends of her hair Zooey Deschanel looks stunning. A tiny silver box clutch adds just the right amount of bling. Keep it up Zooey!

Carrie Underwood, Jewels by Jonathan Art

It’s hard to decide if Carrie Underwood‘s Romona Keveza purple gown is a hit or a miss but one thing is for sure – the lady NEVER gets it wrong with her jewelry! In a Jonathan Art necklace and side swept curls whether her dress works may be up for debate but there’s no denying she accessorized it properly!

Julia Louis-Dreyfus in Monique L’Huillier

Lead Actress in a Comedy Series Winner Julia Louis-Dreyfus went the understated route as well, but this look really worked for her. Julia’s champagne-hued Monique L’Huillier gown is the perfect shade to pop against her skin tone without being too loud. Her simple cascading waves look equally elegant.

Sarah Silverman in Stop Staring

Funny girl Sarah Silverman usually has us so busy laughing we don’t notice her looks but that changed last night! Sarah looked stunning in a Deadly Dames black dress and black platform pumps.  She stuck to the understated theme with a black clutch and silver bracelet, but added a touch of fun with a pink lip. The best part about her dress? Sarah told Ryan Seacrest that she got it online for $60! Way to prove you don’t have to spend a fortune to look like a million bucks!

Tina Fey in Narciso Rodriguez

Tina Fey is another funny lady who shocked us with sex appeal last night. Fey, who took home an award for writing,  chose a cobalt blue Narciso Rodriguez gown with a halter top cut to show the right amount of cleavage. The mermaid bottom accuentated Fey’s curves just right and her hair screams ‘effortlessly chic’. Understated worked for Tina Fey!

Sofia Vergara in Vera Wang

Speaking of showing off ‘the girls’, Sofia Vergara never seems to disappoint on the red carpet and this year was no different. Vergara, whose sitcom Modern Family took home the coveted ‘Outstanding Comedy Series’ award,  stuck to a Vera Wang number in her signature mermaid look cut just right to show off her “Golden Globes”. Vergara worked the jade trend with rings and earrings in the popular hue.

Express launches new workout clothing line

The hunt for cute workout gear never ends – you want sweat wicking, breathable fabrics in fun colors that will last more than just a few workouts. Don’t forget they’ve got to make you look hot! Retail company Express has offered long offered loungewear and more recently expanded into basic yoga attire, but they’ve now announced their latest venture, Exp Core – Performance clothing designed for all workouts from yoga to high intensity training.

 

Strappy Sports Bra, $34.90

Cut-out Bra, $34.90

Cut-out Bra, $34.90

Cut-out Bra, $34.90

Strappy Sports Bra, $34.90

Strappy Sports Bra, $34.90

 

Exp Core is launching with all the basics one could possibly need for a decent workout – running shorts, sports bras, short sleeve tees, tanks both with and without built-in-bras and compression leggings that also come in cropped and capri versions. Planning to take your workout outdoors this fall? Exp Core has long sleeve tees, zip-up jackets and so far all of their pants have hidden pockets for your must-have valuables.

 

Cold Weather Tops

Long Sleeve Cut-out Tee, $34.90

Long Sleeve Cut-out Tee, $34.90

Half Zip Jacket, $59.90

Half Zip Jacket, $59.90

Hooded Zip Jacket, $69.90

Currently the collection only has women’s items, and there’s no word on whether it’ll expand to carry men’s pieces as well. Exp Core hasn’t officially launched yet but you can pre-order any of the 39 items from the first collection now.  Check out the rest of the collection in the slideshows below. Which items are you eager to get your hands on?

 

Tees and Tanks

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Compress Leggings, Crops and Capris

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Running Shorts

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