Naughty & Nice

The Thought

All things in balance.

Studs vs flowy chiffon. Structured bag vs. bubbly sleeve. I love this look. It takes the extreme out of the studs and makes it feminine. You aren’t looking to be a dominatrix, but you express that need to control your life. You’re still a girl, but with a rockstar edge.  Strut girl – you own this look.

The Inspiration – The song….not the look!

 

The Gear

Amazon.com: Dollhouse Women's Ashi Over-The-Knee Boot $63.57

Ebay: Beige NEW Princess Japan Chiffon 13.99 + 8.99

Target: Mossimo® Black: Studed Tote – Black $22.99

We're coming to the edge, Running on the water, Coming through the fog, Your sons and daughters.

The Thought

Let the river run, Let all the dreamers, Wake the nation. Come, the New Jerusalem.

I’m going out on a limb and telling you to look at Coach for a briefcase. I’m telling you, it’s worth the investment. I own a Coach purse as well, and haven’t bought another purse since. I adore the bag, it was worth every bit of the 210 I spent on it, as it saved me about 5 or 6 other purses’ costs because I adore it so much.

That said. Today is about working it at work. I love the classic black skirt, white shirt combo. Make it a little fun with the paper bag waist, take it to happy hour with the clutch. Keep the shoe conservative, but a little snake-y with the classic pump and make it nicely girly with a small, but detailed earring. ENJOY!

The Inspiration

The Gear

 

Forever 21: Professional Pleated Dress $29.80 & Patent Croco Flat Clutch $11.80
Dressy Affair Earring Set $4.80

Target: Women's Mossimo® Virginia Faux Snakeskin Pumps - Black $29.99

Coach: Beekman Briefcase – No longer available – try Ebay (this one was $49.00) or invest in the newest one at Coach!

11 Classics you shouldn’t skimp on or live without

The Thought

Draw from those places around you, absorb all the dreams and fantasticness and filter it through yourself.

These are new classics.  They aren’t just the plain white shirt, the jeans. These are the items that make me feel like I came out into the world expressing myself. Enjoy, and find your own!

The Inspiration

The Gear

11. Trench or Pea coat - preferably a non neutral color

Old Navy: Women's Long Button-Front Trench Coats $49.50
10. Wiggle skirt - high waisted, black

Forever 21: Fitted Skirt w/ Belt $17.80

9. Tux pleated dress shirt

JCPenney: Nicole by Nicole Miller Pintuck Pleat Shirt $24.99

 8. Evening gown that makes you feel like you're red carpet ready

Macy’s: Speechless Dress, Strapless Gown with Rose-Waist Detail $109.00

7. A good black suit

The Limited: Cassidy Plainweave Flare Pant $69.50 & Pleated Sleeve Two Button Jacket $98

6. A bathing suit that makes you feel like a million bucks

Dillinger Ink (http://www.dillingerink.com/): Classic Bikini Swimsuit Black Cherry $70.00
5. One good little black dress that turns heads 
J. Crew: Super 120s Naeva dress $188

4. A corset that you can wear out

Fredericks: Menswear Corset $58.00

3. A pair of leather pants (bonus points: hot pants)

Sears: Excelled Straight Leg Pant  $159.99 (try ebay as well! cheaper!)

2. A fabulous nightgown and set of knickers just for you

Fredericks: Pleated Cup Satin Gown $34.00

Victoria’s Secret: Balconet push-up bra $36.50 & Sexy Little Things®

Skirted thong $18.50

1. A feather...something!

Forever 21: Fancy Bow Headband $8.80

The School Girl

The Thought

I've never let my school interfere with my education. – Mark Twain

This look can go awry quickly if you take it to the loose lady point – don’t think super short pleated skirt. Think grown up version – plaids, little feminine cardigan, keep the Mary Jane (and knee socks if you’re in a casual environment) and tie it together with a serious tote. Enjoy the glasses and a cup of coffee.

The Inspiration

The Gear

 

Forever 21: Readers $5.80

           Prep Sweater Cardigan $22.80

JCPenney: Arizona® Ruffle Bodice Tank Dress-Red Plaid $40.00

Target:  Women's Suede Business Computer Tote – Brown $39.99

   Women's Xhilaration® Stasya Mary Jane Pumps – Brown $22.99

Be a Maniac…Maniac on the Floor

The Thought

Own the evening of dancing.

Think flashdance. She had the shock value at that table with the backless tuxedo. Just go a little short of that. If you have want, get the vest, do the menswear look. Make it a little more you by adding a bracelet. The hair tied back is a great option if you’re going out in this, might make it seem a bit less brash without larger hair. Keep it black, or neutral even. Helps to tone things down when you’re pressing the limits!

The Inspiration

The Gear

Buiyahkah: Halter Vest $14.99

Forever 21: Gale Patent Wingtips$22.80

The Limited: Cassidy Plainweave Highwaist Pant $69.50

This dress Should never Go Lightly

The Thought

A woman's dress should be like a barbed-wire fence: serving its purpose without obstructing the view. – Sophia Loren

Spot on Sophia. I picked the below dresses strictly from Forever 21. Those of you who have been reading should know that this is a fave shop spot for me already. That said, the point here is that you can find the inner Audrey Hepburn not only at way affordable prices, but also be able to try TONS on in one spot if you’re a busy lady like me! See what suits you – strapless, sleeves, lace, folds, ruffles – try them on. This is a blank canvas for you to build from – dress up, dress down. What suits your lifestyle? What do you go to that might require this icon? It’s the best piece that reflects who you are, without coloring outside the lines – take time – find her.

The Inspiration

The Gear

Sexy Layered Dress $27.80

Business Portrait Dress $19.80

Circle Eyelet Dress $27.80

Solid Sheath Dress $19.80

Accessorize and Mean it

The Thought

Be your own Billboard!

Add a bauble. It never hurts. Go NOW! (sorry to yell, I’m talking statement pieces here) and put on a white tee and jeans. Now, go to that accessory drawer (what?! no drawer…!?) and pick out something. Anything with a little color. a ring. a scarf. a bag. See how you change now. You look put together. Now, go to store. Repeat purchasing action. Godspeed!

 The Inspiration

The Gear

Forever 21: 

Ethnic Class Earrings $5.80

Accent Flower Ring $5.80

Double Buckle Belt $5.80

Stone Center Ring $3.80

Peacock Feather Necklace $5.80

Feather Accent Headband $10.80

Sheer Zig Zag Tights $6.80

Target:

Bueno Croc Embossed Briefcase with Front Organizer Pocket – Red $29.99

Hollywood Intuition Beaded Clutch – Blue $16.99