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Hip Hip, Hair-Ray!
Summer parties, weddings, fashion shows . . . the list of events to attend seems to double in the summer. If you need ideas for hairstyles that will get you noticed, then visit our sister site here for tips from an accomplished Master Stylist.
Add comment June 8, 2010
Define Your Style In 2010 ~ Part 2
Don’t underestimate the importance of signature. Fashion icon’s all have things we automatically associate with them. From the classic glamor of Marilyn Monroe to the cutting edge sass of Rihanna, you know what speaks to them. So why not get a handle on what speaks to YOU? The mastering of a signature style is possible for everyone. Here are a few tips to get you started.
Part 2 – Signature Exercise
To help you get started, answer a few simple questions. Who is your favorite designer? What is your favorite cut of jeans? Think about what fashion trends or pieces you would never wear, and why. If you had to wear the same thing everyday, what would it be? Keeping these answers in mind when shopping, and when creating outfits from items already in your closet, will help define your personal style.
Thinking in this self-centric way can be helpful with visual tools like magazines and websites. Make note of what catches your eye. Is it because you love the look or hate it? Be specific. For example, if you can’t get enough of a certain top but would never wear the pants it is being paired with, your well on the way to figuring out your style. Chances are if you are repeatedly drawn to a certain item, it may fit your personality. If you haven’t experimented with that style yet . . . try it out!
Investing in signature pieces is another great way to make your wardrobe unique. Let’s say you find a dress you love that says exactly what you want your signature style to say. It’s priced a little more than you usually spend but you can afford it. A smart shopper would consider this an investment piece and plan as many looks around it as possible. Pair it with a great blazer one day, some tights another day, boots and a scarf, . . . make it your own. Just don’t forget the most important part of any signature look – CONFIDENCE. Own whichever style suits you best. And if you haven’t seen your style walking around out there, great! That just means we are waiting on you to dream it up.
Add comment March 4, 2010
Define Your Style In 2010 ~ Part 1
The most important aspect of your own personal style is, of course, YOU! In light of that, Fab Savvy wants to help you define your style so that it reflects your personality. After all, isn’t that the whole point? Hopefully this series of tips can help 2010 be your most fashionably personalized year yet.
Part 1 – Online Resources
Many people limit themselves by failing to use the vastness of the internet to their advantage when it comes to shopping. Now don’t get me wrong, I like mall & boutique hopping quite a bit. Cyberspace howevever, can often offer a helping hand.
Shopbob.com, for instance, gives you the option of shopping by style. You can choose from categories like Classic, Bohemian, Cassual Chic, and more.
Shopbop is also a good resource for shopping by designers. And remember that even if you don’t purchase online, browsing sites can give you an idea of what you want your personal style to include. This can help you know what to look for when you shop in person and help you avoid buying pieces you won’t actually wear.
StyleFeeder.com is another useful site. This service allows you to search for everything from jewelry to jeans that spark your interest. Once you have picked a few items, Style Feeder makes suggestions of similar pieces you may like. The more you pick, the more customized your suggestions become. You can also add your cool personal StyleFeeder button to your website, blog, or Facebook page.
If you aren’t yet hip to Etsy, you should be. This site gives you access to an endless roster of designers of all kinds, from diamond jewelry to funky scarves and every handmade item in between. Often, indie or new designers will have the next best thing on Etsy, for last years prices.
Silk Scarf From ThongbaiTatong on Etsy
Other Online help can be found in the form a good fashion blog. For instance real women with real bodies can find REAL good help at SavvyBroad.com
The heart of this blog is to connect with those who may feel that a busy work schedule, family responsibilities, or their current dress size takes them out of the “mainstream” fashion picture. Savvy Broad embraces these real women with tips & info in a convenient location and relate-able tone.
Online fashion magazines, photo streams, and many other e-mediums can give you a starting point to determining your own style OR help further define it.
AND AS ALWAYS, you can rely on us here at Fab Savvy
Add comment January 2, 2010
FALL In Line
That time of year is here again. While we may not yet be experiencing cooler temperatures, we can certainly take a new turn in our everyday wardrobes. Here are a few suggestions to help usher in your autumn style. Remember, Fall means boots (in all variations). Don’t be afraid to start incorporating this element into your look. Another autumn staple is the cropped jacket. Use for inspiration, the lovely find from Vikki’s Secret online catalog. Let us know what you find out there to help you be FALL Savvy!
Metallic Ruched Booties
These Booties from Charlotte Russe are a great way to Spring into Fall.
Rumala boots from Guess
Guess offers their Rumala boot that can be worn tall or folded down.
Cropped Ruffled Jacket
This Cropped jacket is extra cute with Ruffles and available in many colors from Victoria Secret.
Add comment August 26, 2009
Black IS Beautiful
Proctor & Gamble and BET have collaborated to bring you an inspiring series, My Black is Beautiful.
My Black is Beautiful
The first of a few episodes aired on BET this Sunday 5/17/09. A celebrity panel of African American Women discussed black inspired beauty trends, the definition of true beauty from a black perspective, and more. The first episode also included helpful beauty tips, including insight from Celebrity Makeup Artist Toni Acey AND a tribute to First Lady Michelle Obama. More episodes are to be run on 6/7/09 and 6/21/09. Accompanying the teleivision portion, the initiative inlcudes a tour which will culminate in New Orleans during the Essence Music Festival in early July. The website also encourages women to “join the discussion” offering free downloadable discussion guides. To view some of the first episode, click HERE if you missed it.
Add comment May 17, 2009
