Double Duty

I like a good deal. As you may know, this blog only features items under $100. Today we're looking at items that reversible belts that are under $50, or, if you want, $25 per side.

Nordstrom, Tarnish Reversible Belt, $32

Look how happy this waist is. The other side is solid red. This belt also comes in black, turquoise, and gray.

Ralph Lauren, Croc & Patent Belt, $42

Simple and chic. White patent on one side and navy croc on the other.

Express, 2 in 1 Reversible Neon Belt, $20

Neon! And a standard brown on the other side. This belt also comes in neon pink.

Club Monaco, Casey Belt, $45

A great embossed snakeskin on one side and a simple bone color on the other.

Why not make your accessories work for you? Under $50 and exceeding your expectations.

Be fabulous today!

Break Up

Hey lovebugs! Happy 2012! I hope you had a happy and safe new years weekend. Any resolutions? Mine is to keep up with this blog and keep bringing you interesting and fabulous posts that you enjoy reading everyday.

Today we're talking about breaking up an outfit. Wide belts to be exact. I like wider belts because they add some interest in the torso area. Try it over a cardi or at the waist line of skirt.

 Loft, Paneled leather belt, $34

I love this detail, it would be perfect with an orange or navy cardigan.

Ralph Lauren, Wide Patent Leather Stretch Belt, $38
The patent leather is so easy to accessorize with any look.

Nordstrom, Lodis Astor Deco Buckle, $48
A little retro and a little fabulous. Add this to an LBD.

Asos, Link and Plate Detail Belt, $21
I am loving this! So fresh and colorful for winter.

Are you adding belts over outfits in 2012? How do you break up an outfit?

Be fabulous today!

The Belt Question

Sometimes belting goes beyond its usual holding-up-the-pants purpose.  Recently they've been used to define a waistline or breakup a pattern.  What gets confusing is what size, shape and color to use when it's not going through a belt loop.

My general rules are:
-skinny belt for over a cardigan
-thicker belt for shirt dress
-skinny belt for more dressy outfits
-metallic goes with everything

Nordstrom, Another line skinny patent belt, $28

I'm pairing this with a fuchsia cardi.  Example

Gap, studded elastic belt, $30

So chic and girl-powery.  I'd wear this with shirt dress over top of the tie.

White House Black Market, patent skinny belt, $38

I love a skinny belt with a sweet detail like this.  I'd pair it with a crisp white dress.

Old Navy, Braided metallic belt, $12.50

I LOVE this belt! I'm thinking of pairing it over a jean jacket like this one.

The short answer is there is no wrong answer to pairing belts with outfits.  Try to keep your proportions flattering by trying the belt higher on the torso or lower around your hips.

Be fabulous today! 

Belted and Beautiful

Hey there lovebugs,
How was your weekend? I got outside a little bit and and checked out the new CB2 that opened in Georgetown and then tackled my closet on Sunday.

Today I wanted to talk a little bit about the waistline.  No, I'm not going to scold you on your food choices this weekend (I chose chili cheese fries and beef brisket); I'm talking about a great embellished waistline on a dress. It can really add the perfect amount of detail to an outfit.

Newport News, Grace rose print tank dress, $94

I'm obsessed with this beauty.  The flat pleats with the matching belt is truly feminine and vintage looking.

Modcloth, Simply Put Dress, $47

Just like the name of this dress: simple.  A soft silk bow- its just classic.

Nordstrom, Collective Concepts Print shirtdress, $78

This thin silk belt is understated and casual.  Perfect for this shirtdress.

Talbots, Twist Sash dress, $97

This waist detail is almost origami-like.  Perfect piece for day or night.

Waist embellishments come in all shapes, colors, and sizes.  Remember to balance the accessories with the size and detail of the waist of the dress.

Be fabulous today!

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