Feminine and Pretty: 3 Looks

Hello Dolls

I wanted to show some cute outfits that I put together on the ASOS website.

As you know I love Fashion. I firmly believe that how you dress is a part of the brand that you communicate to the outside world. As a multifaceted, vibrant woman the colours you wear are as vibrant and colourful as the person you are. So why not drape your body is pretty colours, and sensuous fabrics?

Take a look at this colour combination and 3 dress styles complete with shoes and accessories and tell me what you think.

Outfit # 1

ASOS Open Back Drape Dress $86.20

This is a gorgeous dress to wear out on the town on a date or for drinks out with the girls.

Shoes:

Caravela Girder Suede Platrform Heeled Sandal

Purses & Accessories

This purse is super cute. The yellow helps play off and bring out the beige in the dress. It has a hint of blue in the design. I dont like when an outfit is too matchy but the blue heels and purse coupled with the dres compliments each other. Its different but it works.

Outfit # 2

Unfortunately I dont have the dress description for this outfit but I wanted to use this dress as an example of a running errands or day out shopping dress

Very cute dress. It doubles as a saturday morning brunch dress or asa night out with the girls dress. Personally I prefer this as a saturday morning brnch then a quick jaunt down to St Lawrence Market then onto a few vintage shops to browse around. LOL





Shoes:
ASOS Pepper Mary Jane Platform Court Shoes with peep toe $86.20

Yea, I know what your thinking! These are kinda high to go for errands! Yes but they are tres cute, and they really play up the  femininity of the dress. And they are "do-able" if you have plenty of sit down time in between. Or if your a  high heel Fashionista these heels will be a cinch LOL

Purses & Accessories:

Pieces Demi Satchel $48.27

I love this messenger type satchels. Firstly they hold a lot of grea stuff like a novel, your make up etc as well it looks really great with this dress. Its a nice warm brown that plays beautifully off the blue dress and compliments it wonderfully.

Pieces Lajima Bracelet $20.69

Everygirl needs a great set of wooden bangles in her collection. How awesome are these?? They are earthy, warm and really brings the outfit together. I love earthy pieces like this bracelet. It grounds your outfit and compliments every wearer.

Outfit # 3

This is such a cute party dress! Perfect to go to the Drake Hotel or Embassy Nightclub. Its cute with a hint of exoticness from the feather design. Its flirty with the off the shoulder touch. Its just cute, flrity and fun. Perfect for the woman who wants to look trendy and cute but not reveal a lot of cleavage in the process.




Shoes & Accessories:

Asos Heights Tie Back High Sandals $77.58

These shoes demand attention with enough subtleness not to come off gaudy but with enough heel and straps to let everyone know your still the boss! I have a pair of shoes like this and when you put them on it brings your outfit up a level. Shoes matter! These shoes turns heads without the owners realizing exactly why and draws them in like a moth to a flame. You are the flame! Set it off girl!




Purses and Accessories:

ASOS Chiffon Ruffle Petal Clutch $43.10

 This purse is HOT!!!! The feathers are super exotic, sexy, and sensual. Perfect additon to your dress and heels combination. The dress says sexy and flirty, the heels says your the boss and the purse is exotic and sensual. What a pairing and what a force to be reckoned with!







Triangle Shaped Angular Smoked Resin Bangle $17.24

I chose this bangle because it brings out the purple colour in the dress. Sometimes its smart to pull out a subtle colour in an outfit by matching it with an accessory either with the earrings choice or in this case a bangle. The reason this is smart is becuase when you draw out the complimentary colours in an outfit it helps make your over outfit look better and makes you look your best. Ever see the best dressed list with 2 stars wearing the same outfit? What makes one look better over another (besides body type complimenting the outfit choice and fit of the dress) is the coloured accessories the women often chooses to wear with the outfit. It either makes her look great (even though she was caught dead with an outfit that someone else wore) or it makes her look not so great.

What do you guys think? Post a comment by clicking on the pink comment bubble at the top of the post :)

Talk to you ladies (and gents) soon :)

What Lies Beneath??

What lies beneath?
Hello Dolls!!!! Sorry I have been away- its been really busy. Anyhow, as my last post suggested dresses can REALLY up your feminine presence. I adore dresses and what they can do for you.
Dont underestimate the power of a flattering dress, and pretty shoes can do for you and the image they can portray. Personally, I feel much more feminine in a dress and heels then pants. It automatically makes me walk straighter, not walk with such a rush to get to where ever I am going and most importantly it helps me to sit like a lady!!

Tip #1

The lady-like way to get in and out of a car
So, picture this! Your walking to the car and getting ready to make that long (or short) trip to work. Your in a pretty dress or skirt and your nicest most comfortable (lets not forget comfort Dolls-hello!) shoes - You know you look your best. You get to the car, unlock the doors then hope in like a trucker at a pit stop... *screeching halt Stop the movie*
STOP RIGHT THERE!
Nothing says un-sexy like a pretty woman, wearing a pretty dress (or skirt) and pretty shoes swinging her right leg in then left like a trucker at the 7-11 truck stop off the highway 400 North. Dont be that girl!!!
The correct way to get into a car is first resting (notice the word RESTING) your bottom onto the seat, then with one sweeping motion, swing both legs into the car, then reach over with your left hand and close the car door. Easier said then done??? Well, true you have to engage your ab muscles a bit to do it but if you can master this you will have the men noticing and mesmerized at how feminine and dainty you are!!

Real life experience;
Because I never want to give advice without taking it I will share with you my real life experience with this. I tried this for myself one day in the parking lot at work on lunch. There was a group of men huddled around their vehicle having a discussion. I walked over to my car and swung my legs in just as I described above. Right before I pulled the car door shut I looked up and I was shocked to see all 3 men staring and smiling with a pleasent surprised look.
Wondering if it was them, later on that day at the gas station I did it again, and again I looked up and I was met with a smile from one of the men pumping gas. So dolls, it works! Plus it helps you feel super feminine as well. Now onto the title of this post. What lies beneath??
So back to those dresses and skirts. I'm sure many of you dolls looked at some of these dresses and thought, "wow that one is nice but I dont think my figure will look right in it." Or you thought, "my tummy is too big, my butt too large and my thighs too big etc". Well, I say hogwash to that Dolls! Its not so much what the eyes can see on the outside but its what they cant see undeneath that makes all the difference!

Do I have your attention now??

A great outfit starts with a great foundation. The right under garments can pull in, tuck under, and pull together any figure to look more flattering in any outfit or make you look HORRID!
And now there are so many excellent choices for all budgets, sizes and needs. The great part is practically everyone, and I do mean practically everyone is wearing them so you dont have to feel ashamed for wanting a little lift, tuck, pull or minimization in those areas that your not so thrilled about.

This one so far is my favorite.

http://www.vedettestore.com/

They have compression shape wear for every area that you would like to see instant improvement. From minimizing your thighs, to flattening in upper and lower abs, lifting your booty or tucking in any rolls you may feel you have they have it all!!! I purchased their strong compression garment that provides excellent ompression on your lower abs and I must say I love it. Their sizes start from XS to XL. My advice to you is, if your a medium according to their size chart, you might want to order a small. But take that for what it is. But beware, when I tell you it holds you in, it really holds in firmly and gives you that sexy hour glass shape you may be craving for.

If you have that shape but a tiny pooch (raises hand) then get it anyway and be prepared to add some mirror time to your morning prep because you will be drooling at how hot you look (again raises hand).

Another great site is http://www.ardyss.com/

I personally tried their Panty Reshaper lifting panty because my good friend had a "garment party" at her house and I fell in love. It lifts you like you wouldnt believe.
Got those jeans that you feel doesnt give your derrier the spotlight you'd like it to have? Get this panty! My goodness I cant sing the praises of this garmet enough! It has bands that go under your buttocks and lifts it up comfortably. If your hubby or boyfriend grabs your butt its all you, no padding at all!! The shorts are seamless and are not visible under most clothing such as jeans, and shorts. Its awesome!!
The site has information on how to find a distributor in your area. Ok Dolls, thats all for tonight. I will be back with more awesome information on how you can enhance yourself and harness the power of your femininity.

Next topic, the power of the mind because it all starts in your head Dolls! I have an awesome book that I've read twice that came recommended by two very smart women in my life. I am proud to share it with you ladies because I truely believe it will change your life!

Why? Because it's changed mine! Till next time Dolls!

Dresses and their Power of Femininity!

Hello Dolls!!

Lately I have been in love with dresses! I dont think there is anything sexier then a woman in a well fitted beautiful dress (skirts come a close second but you know what I mean *wink*). I mean, its such a statement of femininity!!! This season bold colours and prints are in. What a great time to check out some of the beautiful styles and colours available. Now I know some of you dolls are reading this thinking, "but I'm a tomboy I cant see myself in a dress" but I cant assure you, throwing on a simple dress with heels and you will see the difference it makes in how men approach you, and treat you. Its really a remarkable thing. A dress screams femininity and requests without saying that a man be chivirous and gentleman like.

That brings me to another topic which is the importance of shoes. A good way to ruin a look is by the type of footwear you pair your outfit with. A dress and sneakers never goes together unless you really dont care about how you look and the message you are sending across in which case this blog might not be for you. The right shoes, even the right colour makes a world of difference. It either dresses you up or dresses you down and gives off the impression, depending on the footwear that your sloppy and dont really care about your appearance. I have seen so many gorgeous girls walking around in dirty shoes, mis matched shoes with outfits (for example burkenstocks paired with a pencil skirt), or sneakers with dresses. I understand one wants to be comfortable but that doesnt mean you should sacrifice a well put together appearance for comfort. There are a plethora of shoe choices that are comfortable yet stylish and affordable (my favorite word) so really there is no excuse. And for your tall girls who are afraid of height I can assure you that your height is your advantage. There is nothing more stunning then a beautiful tall woman in a gorgeous dress and killer heels. I went to a womens conference I saw a woman who in her heels was over 6 feet tall. She was STUNNING!!! She wore a fitted black dress that acentuated her shoulders and a pair of killer leopard print heels. I was so impressed that she left me speechless. I couldnt take my eyes off her and it had nothing to do with her height, or drop dead gorgeous looks but it was her confidence and how she owned her look and thus owned the room that captivate every one who set eyes on her. So to my fellow tall girls fear not. You dont have to shy away from a great pair of heels because your over 5'8.6 (*ahem* thats my height by the way*{smiles} ) *wink*

Check out a couple of my favorite pics from various sites and have a peek at this years pretty looks.

Color Block Dresses:

This shade of blue and neutral beige will flatter any skin shade and make any Doll wearing it look super soft and pretty!

Akiko Pleated Color Blocked Cami Dress

175.00 CAD

bloomingdales.com

Neutral coloured shoes are very in this season

Aqua Tube Block Dress

67.00 CAD

bloomingdales.com

{I know the dress isnt an aqua colour but that is the name none the less :)

Notice the kitten heel shoes the model is wearing. They look fabulous with this dress proving you dont need sky high heels to make a statement with every outfit.

Milly "Mara" Color-Blocked Combo Dress

$385.00 CAD

bloomingdales.com

Orange is a beautiful warm hue that looks great on all skin tones but looks especially nice on darker skin because it pops against the contrast. you can pair this with a white kitten or medium heel, or be bold and go with a canary yellow heel. Either way this dress brings you right into spring shining!

Taylor Dresses Jaquard Print Dress

$135.00

nordstrom.com

MAXI DRESSES

This beauty is super flirty and feminine. Long dresses are coming back in and are just as sexy as a short hemline. Why? It pairs a bit of mystery with the flirtaseusness of the frills and length.

H&M (your local store or online)

$29.99 CAD or $19.99 US

This silk beauty is stunning. The colours commands attention and screams confidence and the feel of the silk against your skinis sure to make you feel luxurious while you wear it. Dont shy away from this one. Its gorgeous!

Warehouse Silk Paradise Shape maxi Dress

asos.com

Embelished Maxi Dress

$98

Victoria Secret.com

SMOKED STRAPLESS DRESSES FROM VICTORIA SECRET.COM

$45 each

These are a few suggestions for fun, flirty and feminine dresses. Prints, bright colours and beiges are really in this season. Check it all out and have fun with it!

Stay tuned for my next post