Men's Fashion Wear: Urban meets class

It's all about mixing things up this year for men! Last year we seen mixed prints such as floral and strips with pops of color, well this year, fashion trends are taking things a step further with even more bold prints and checkard designs. With adding more striking colors to the mix, men's fashion is about being a little more daring. We are seeing street wear and high fashion collaborations with mixing vibrant colors and unique patterns giving street wear more of a flare. 

Take a look at what this 2015 Spring trends are looking like!

Whether you are going to a special occasion or just going out casually, go for checkard print. For a more eclectic look add a floral printed trouser and a pair of wingtip oxfords.  

Tribal prints are in this season, if you are the type that loves to switch things up a bit, try adding a tribal print vest or a sports blazer. Adding in texture is the key for this look. when pairing a textured jacket keep it simple with the trousers or pant as to bring balance throughout the outfit.  Finish off the look with a simple brown or tan loafer. To go even more edgy, opt for lace-up boots and a hat.

  Prints, texture and color gives off the look of a well put together guy! Go for it all, pairing just the right amount of color throughout the outfit and adding in one printed piece- in this case- checkard pants bring just the right amount of attention to the overall appearance. 

Need I say more...wingtip lace-ups gives a clean finish to any look.

What about the guy that likes a little bit of both urban and the classic look, but doesn't have an eye for crazy prints and loud colors...this look is for you! It's simple, comfortable, but yet well put together. Any man can pull this look off and add his own edge to it.

Again, Simple and timeless pieces.

These looks can be tailored to any man, whether you are a "on-the-go" business man, or a casual laid back type of guy. Fashion is all about creating the best look for you! Be your own person, because after all nobody is designed exactly like you. Be bold! Be daring! but most of all be timeless whatever style you prefer!  

Find Style that Flatters your Shape

Fashion is all about style and fit. Every women should know their shape and go for clothes that fit and flatter. Find out how you can embrace your body while wearing clothes that look great!

Embrace your body type

Body shapes are all about proportion! Knowing your style is half the battle, and dressing accordingly can bring proper balance to your physic so you look your absolute best.

Embracing your body is about accentuating your shape. When you think about your body, don't focus on your height and weight, but focus on the shape! A slim gal can have the same body type as a curvy woman, just as a short gal can have the same type as her taller friend.

Every woman is unique, and should be dressed tailor-made! Here are five general categories that will be helpful to remember: hourglass, pear, apple, wedge, and rectangle. You may fall into one of these categories or be a mixture of both, nonetheless, once you decide which shape you are, you can consider which fashion trends to embrace and which ones to avoid.

The hourglass body type

Hourglass shaped celebs: Salma Hayek, Adrienne Bailon, Scarlett Johansson, Halle Berry, and Mariah Carey to name a few.

• If you have this shape: Your shoulder and hips are relatively proportion and sets off your curvy waist. 
• Best assets: Curves! curves! and more curves!
• Fashion goals: Bring out your curves without going overboard

Clothes that fit best 

• This shape can pretty much wear anything and still pull off the look
• Things that look best: are tops that hug your curves or tops that are v-neck, and boat neck tops
• Denim: skinny jeans or if you are more fuller on the bottom and do not prefer skinny go for boot cut, this look balances out the bottom bringing the attention upward.
• For the daring and youthful woman, opt for the fitted dress; or for the mature type of gal go for the fit-n-flare or the wrap dress (try to steer away from boyfriend fit denim as these jeans tend to make your shape appear boxy).

The pear body type

Pear shaped celebs: Jennifer Lopez, Allicia Keys, Tyra Banks, Courtney Kardashian, and Eva

Mendes. 


Pair shape traits: This trait is often mistaken for the hourglass shape, as both shape have well defined hips, however; are often fuller on bottom and narrow at the top- in other words, your hips are wider than your shoulders, while your waist have definition.
Best assets: Shoulders, torso, and legs.
Fashion goals: Emphasize your upper body and neckline, bringing focus upward as to minimize the hips.

Clothes that fit best

• When choosing style go for the tops that compliment the neckline and shoulders.  Go for nice flowy blouses, and add accessories to bring dimension and balance to your shape.
• Pick dresses that are fitted and flare out also showing off those legs!
• Best jeans for this shape: skinny jeans, and boyfriend jeans (done properly).  

The apple body type

Apple shaped celebs: Oprah Winfrey, Queen Latifah, Angelina Jolie, Catherine Zeta Jones,  and

Drew Barrymore

• Apple shape traits: Most of the weight accumulates in the upper part of the body above the hips making the hips appear slimmer. The shoulder and back are broad and wider than the rest of the body. 
• Best assets: Show off the legs!
• Fashion goals: The best way to bring balance to your body shape: elongate the torso, show off the legs, and use fashion to cinch in the waist. This creates illusion of a slim stomach. 

Clothes that fit best 

• Pick tops that create illusions of the waist area: such as peplum tops, wrap blouses, side ruching  and belted tops. when pairing items such as a t-shirt add a blazer that is forming or a coat that hits at knee length.
• Go for wrap dresses, and belted dresses that hit at knee. 
• When wearing jeans and bottoms opt for wide-leg bottoms and boot cut denim. The darker the wash the slimmer the legs appear.

The wedge body type

Wedge shape celebs: Jennifer Hudson, Naomi Campbell, Demi Moore, Jessica Alba, and Reese

Witherspoon

• Wedge shape traits: also known as the inverted triangle. This shape is known for a broad chest and wide shoulders, which are large in portion compared to the narrow waist and hips.
• Best assets: legs!
• Fashion goals: the ideal is to soften up the shoulders and upper body. Go for items that will bring attention away from your upper half.

Clothes that fit best 

• Play up the tops with flirty flowy tops and cardigans that effortlessly hang on the shoulders, also when picking summer tops go for halter strap tops which bring an illusion of slimmer shoulders; wear shear blouses that appear wide at the arms and waist.
• Dresses that are form fitting work best when pairing with a belt. Go for the fit-n-flare short dresses as to show of those legs!
• Stay away from skinny jeans or bottoms that bring more attention to the already slimming lower half. (note: can be worn only if done properly such as wearing peplum tops with skinny jeans or bottoms) grab for the bell-bottom jeans, wide-leg, or the boyfriend fit denim. Feel free to play around with patterns, shapes and color as these will also bring illusion and proportion. 

The rectangle body type

Rectangle shape celebs: Lupita Nyong'o, Sarah Jessica Parker, Cameron Diaz, Kate Hudson, and

Adriana Lima

• Rectangle shape traits: known as the athletic and "model" shape. The waist, hips and shoulders are similar in size and are usually on the slim side.
• Best assets: Rectangles usually don't have to minimize any features as they are already in proportion to each other. Your arms, shoulders and legs are your best features.
• Fashion goals: Create curves and show off arms and legs.

Clothes that fit best

• Your style is limitless, play around with bold textures, patterns, and color. feel free to accentuate the waist with peplum tops. If you like, go for draping blouses that compliment the waist line with a belt.
• When wearing dresses you can go for the fitted dress with a flare, or go for short dresses that bring attention to the mid-section and arms.
• Skinny jeans work well with your body shape, along with: boot cut, wide-leg, bell-bottoms, and cropped trousers.

Overall, knowing your body shape is an important part of fashion. No matter your height and size, if you know what works well for your shape you can almost always look slimming and complimentary to your size. Clothes shouldn't determine how you feel about your shape, you determine how you look and feel by knowing your body angles! So fashionistas, serve your body well!

Three Fashion Tips Men Can Enjoy This 2015 Spring

Ladies love it when a guy can dress from head to toe! Here are a few tips that will be sure to get the ladies buzzing about you this Spring. Whether your a guy who goes for casual and comfort or a guy who loves to be "GQ" around the clock, any man can follow these few simple steps:

1. Grooming

If there is one thing women find as a put off, it's men with no grooming habits. Start with shaving or shaping up that 5 o'clock shadow. Freshen and brighten up the face by using proper facial products to rid those razor bumps.  Keep the nails clean and short, and if possible, get them manicured to get that polished look.

2. When in doubt, go for neutral colors

Spring is all about brightening up the look. For the "casual-wear" guy, it may be a bit overwhelming figuring out what colors or style works best. Go for light tan trousers, pairing it with a brown or tan belt. When adding a top, opt for light-soft colors (if you are of fair skin). For men who may not necessarily look flattering in light-soft colors, select muted color tops that are more earth toned. The "trendy fellas,"opt for bright-bold blues or burnt red color tops layering it with a blazer. Throw on a pair of loafers to bring balance to your look. If  your going for an "urban look" try adding a nice button down top paired with a vest, and go for the boots!

3. Accessorize the look

In the fashion world, we all know that a look is not complete without accessories! It's important that you complete your look with whatever accessory you feel most comfortable with. Whether it's a watch, a handkerchief, a hat, or a pair of sunglasses it's necessary. Before heading out the door spray on your favorite cologne. Alas! you are all set for Spring in class.

Fashion Ideas That will Bring Color to your Wardrobe: The Girl About Town

Every girl loves the idea of  fresh new looks for Spring. With colors trending in and out of season it sometimes can get a bit confusing. The girl about town can be both: a business woman and an "on-the-go" type of gal. She may not have the time to surf the web to find out what colors work for this spring. As your fashion blogger and stylist I am here to give you some stunning fashion ideas that give just the right "pop" to brighten up your 2015 Spring season!

So fashionistas! Sit back grab a cup of wine or tea, scroll through and enjoy gathering some ideas that may bring color to your fashion closet.

 Whether you are coming from work to meet your girlfriends for lunch or going to meet a business partner for a short meeting; opt for a simple blush pink pencil skirt. Pick out a nice sleek custard colored clutch to create a simple sophisticated look.

 The perfect look from day to night, this style is a flirty but yet clean look adding just the perfect touch of aquamarine blue. Very subtle look that makes just the right type of statement of "I'm here."

Be bold and daring this spring by adding wine color to your wardrobe. Rock that hi-lo dress with a matching textured purse and make a statement by adding gold metallic shoes! 

 No matter what day of the week it is; putting an effortless look together is the key. Contrast styles by pairing a nice chic blouse with distressed blue jeans, and add a touch of  sophistication by slipping on tan pumps. Accessorize the look with adding a toasted almond tote purse and gold bangles to finish off the look. And Viola, your set to go!

 Play up any causal outfit by adding a printed or patterned accessory- in this case, a cheetah print clutch. This will make any casual outfit look sexy and daring. 

If your feeling playful after a long day of work, turn that outfit from day to night by throwing on that colorful floral jacket and pepping your step in a pair of cobalt blue pumps. This is what I call springing forward!