you've got style secrets!
Reading through the comments from last week's Closet Confidential Give-Away, I just thought I'd burst with pride! I can't tell you how proud I am that trustyourstyle readers are such a chic bunch with their stylish heads properly screwed on! Many of you are interior designers with the most exquisite taste, others are fashion students and/or tried and true fashionistas. It made picking a winner almost impossible, but in the end, Chelsea's Annie Hall-reminiscent (she often wore combat boots with skirts back in the day) answer took the style cake!
Chelsea said...My favorite style "secret" as of late has been to pair one contrasting accessory to my outfits, i.e. masculine watch with feminine silhouette, combat boots with A-line skirts, etc.
Please read on, below are more of the great style tips that you shared:
Floral scarves at Urban Outfitters
Alexandra said...My style secret... Right now I guess scarves. A big, floral pattern scarf can add chicness to even the blandest outfit!
Callie Grayson said...dress age appropriate. and wear what you love, don't follow a trend.
Proenza Schouler Spring 2010
Rachel Follett said... I like to spend little money on staple solid pieces and splurge once in awhile on a pretty patterned top or skirt. Always ask yourself how badly you need what you just tried on helps too!
This and much more at Victoria Secret.com
Eternal*Voyageur @ Venusian*Glow said...A well-fitted bra is a must. Believe me, I can tell that a person has a badly fitted bra through their clothes.
Catherine said...Play with opposites: something tight with something loose, something dark with something light, a conservative top with insane shoes... It's just more fun this way!
How cute are these Forever 21 jeans?
Whimsy Being said...This may only apply to shorter women, but Forever21 has the best jeans for those in the 5 ft. range...I've tried investing in more luxurious jeans, but they just aren't the same. With forever21, I can buy jeans and not need to hem them!
Lots of great & affordable options at Nordstrom.com
Susan said...My latest style secret is to buy a cute and trendy coat that's not too expensive in a different color each year. This year I chose red. With a turtleneck (any matching color), jeans and black flats, I am ready to go shopping, or run errands. Take a look in the junior section at Nordstroms for ideas.
Katt said...I have to go with fit and tailoring. It's all about you wearing the clothes and the clothes not wearing you. You can have the cutest coat but if it doesn't fit your size/body type, it's going to look off. I've learned this the hard way and often have to tell myself to put something down because it just doesn't fit me but looks great on the hanger.
Love love love all this good advice!
Okay, since we're sharing, my style secret for the season: Shoes! I have lots of good basics already, and like most people, I'm trying not to make unnecessary expenditures. Adding a new pair of shoes to the mix makes me happy
Tod's Aspen Tronchetto
My finds of late are a great pair of Havainas for the beach, a pair of Tod's for every day, and a super cute pair of pink & navy Nikes that make me smile every time I put them on. I'd be lying if I didn't tell you that I snagged one of everything from my new line--I know, that's cheating since I'm the designer--but it's one of the best perks of this occupation...
If you have a style secret you'd like to share, please comment below. In the meantime, stay stylish! See you back here tomorrow!
xoxo Mary Jo
Chelsea said...My favorite style "secret" as of late has been to pair one contrasting accessory to my outfits, i.e. masculine watch with feminine silhouette, combat boots with A-line skirts, etc.
Please read on, below are more of the great style tips that you shared:
Alexandra said...My style secret... Right now I guess scarves. A big, floral pattern scarf can add chicness to even the blandest outfit!
Callie Grayson said...dress age appropriate. and wear what you love, don't follow a trend.
Rachel Follett said... I like to spend little money on staple solid pieces and splurge once in awhile on a pretty patterned top or skirt. Always ask yourself how badly you need what you just tried on helps too!
Eternal*Voyageur @ Venusian*Glow said...A well-fitted bra is a must. Believe me, I can tell that a person has a badly fitted bra through their clothes.
Catherine said...Play with opposites: something tight with something loose, something dark with something light, a conservative top with insane shoes... It's just more fun this way!
Whimsy Being said...This may only apply to shorter women, but Forever21 has the best jeans for those in the 5 ft. range...I've tried investing in more luxurious jeans, but they just aren't the same. With forever21, I can buy jeans and not need to hem them!
Susan said...My latest style secret is to buy a cute and trendy coat that's not too expensive in a different color each year. This year I chose red. With a turtleneck (any matching color), jeans and black flats, I am ready to go shopping, or run errands. Take a look in the junior section at Nordstroms for ideas.
Katt said...I have to go with fit and tailoring. It's all about you wearing the clothes and the clothes not wearing you. You can have the cutest coat but if it doesn't fit your size/body type, it's going to look off. I've learned this the hard way and often have to tell myself to put something down because it just doesn't fit me but looks great on the hanger.
Love love love all this good advice!
Okay, since we're sharing, my style secret for the season: Shoes! I have lots of good basics already, and like most people, I'm trying not to make unnecessary expenditures. Adding a new pair of shoes to the mix makes me happy
My finds of late are a great pair of Havainas for the beach, a pair of Tod's for every day, and a super cute pair of pink & navy Nikes that make me smile every time I put them on. I'd be lying if I didn't tell you that I snagged one of everything from my new line--I know, that's cheating since I'm the designer--but it's one of the best perks of this occupation...
If you have a style secret you'd like to share, please comment below. In the meantime, stay stylish! See you back here tomorrow!
xoxo Mary Jo
posted by Mary Jo from TrustYourStyle at
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
4 Comments:
I like Chelsea's tip too. It's all about dynamics and contrasts. I think that wearing masculine-type outfits brings out the feminine side in us.
Wow, I'm so excited to have won! Thanks for hosting such a fun giveaway. I really enjoyed reading everyone else's "secrets!"
love everything you posted here. everything
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If I see the expression "age-appropriate" one more time, I think I will scream. No way am I going to be dictated to about what is "appropriate," ever. That is what growing up means; you get to decide what is appropriate, not the wagging scolds.
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