Chicer Than Sneakers: How to Wear

Getting bored? Hot tip: bandanas are not just for cowboys and pirates. Recycle old Halloween costume pieces this spring/summer (or use a silk scarf) and add je ne sais quoi to whatever you're wearing.

1. Around your ankle...

2. Tie back your trench coat...

3. Around your neck...

And 4. In your hair...

How will you tie your bandana? Leave us a comment and let us know!

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In recent years, there's been a resurgence in 80s and 90s fashion themes--one of which is the comeback of velvet.

Velvet is a tricky fabric to style; easily, it can become too much. But never fear! Read on for ways to incorporate this luxurious texture into your daily fashion.

Velvet footwear. For just a touch of the unique, wear velvet heels or (our current favorite accessory) velvet boots.

Short velvet dress. It's easy for a long, velvet dress to tip the outfit overboard, but a little, velvet dress is often just right.

Velvet pants or shorts! You're sure to stand out, and in a very chic manner.

Velvet jacket. Added warmth, and added style: two-for-one deal!

Although certain outfits can make two or more velvet pieces work together, a good rule of thumb is to pick just one of the above options and mix with other materials--like denim, leather, etc.

What's your favorite piece to wear in velvet? Share with us in the comments!

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One of the more atypical trends we are seeing EVERYWHERE is the slip dress (most commonly silk or velvet, and either long or short), worn over a top. This outfit is one of the more difficult to style, but never fear! We are here to help you out.

The most common combination is the black, silk or satin slip dress and a white, short-sleeved t-shirt.

Or, you could:

Pair the slip dress with a simple, monochrome, short-sleeved tee.

Wear it with a striped t-shirt.

Try a turtleneck.

Switch in a button-up shirt.

Combine a tame tee with a more creatively colored slip dress.

Wear it over a graphic t-shirt.

Accessorize the ensemble with a denim or leather jacket, sweater, or hat. Wear with sneakers, boots, heels, flats, or sandals. Anything goes-- just keep it fairly simple and you can't lose.

Looking to buy a slip dress? Check out ASOS.

What are your thoughts on this trend? Like, love, hate? How would you style it? Share in the comments!

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In past years, we have seen the rise of the skinny jean...somewhat unfortunately, as skin-tight clothing is not a flattering choice for all body types. Now, however, many have begun to wonder if the heyday of the skinny jean is coming to an end.

More and more frequently, culottes are being seen as a go-to pant, as they are light, comfy, easy, flattering, etc. Great for travel, too-- much more versatile for long, international airplane flights than skinny pants. Top fashionistas, including Gigi Hadid and Victoria Beckham, have recently been seen sporting culottes on both the street and the red carpet; the baggy look is coming back into style.

Culottes have a classy look which skin-tight pants lack. Whether you choose to dress up or dress down your pair of culottes, you are sure to achieve a unique style which will set you apart from everyone else in the room. Here are some ways to wear culottes:

With a sweater.

With a blazer.

With a leather jacket.

With a collared shirt.

With a tee shirt.

With a simple blouse.

With a long cardigan or vest.

With a denim jacket.

As always, the shoes can determine whether an outfit is dressy or casual. Consider finishing your culottes ensemble with white sneakers (see previous post) for an informal outfit or with a pair of heels for a formal one.

Looking to buy a pair of culottes? Try ASOS.

Styling culottes is not a science; how do you wear them? Share your tips with us in the comments below!

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Want to jump on the bandwagon? White sneakers as a fashion statement are becoming more and more popular overseas and in America, and yet it is not easy to pull off the look without looking like a tourist-- sneakers without careful consideration easily appear lazy. Here are some easy hacks in order to enjoy the trend of comfortable footwear while still looking stylish:

Dress down a fancier outfit.

Use the addition of white sneakers to turn an otherwise formal outfit into a whimsical, casual creation.

Add to a casual skirt-tee shirt combination.
Exude an aura of effortless, put-together style without fussiness when your shoes marry a casual top to a less casual skirt or pant.

Sweater + skinnies + sneakers = autumn or winter chic.
Get an easy comfy-yet-purposeful outfit with your favorite long/chunky sweater, skinny pants or leggings, and your white sneakers...bonus points for keeping all three to the neutral colors of white, grey, brown, khaki, and black with an added pop from a brightly colored scarf!

Pair with a baggy romper.
Complete a simple ensemble of a white shirt and romper [or jumpsuit] with the white sneakers for a tied-together look.

Wear with a casual dress.
Casual dresses can be dressed up with fancy flats, heels, or boots, but just as similarly the opposite: wear your favorite no-stress dress with no-stress sneakers for a cool and collected picture.

Looking to buy your own pair of white sneakers? Check out the ADIDAS Superstar.

That's all for now, fashionistas, but there are countless other great ways to style sneakers. What is your favorite way to wear white sneakers? Tell us your hacks in the comments below!

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