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How to Wear A Floral Dress Six Ways

Posted by Anna Morfidis on June 17, 2013 Leave a Comment

Summer is here and what better way to beat the heat than with a little floral dress! Floral dresses have always been a staple in my closet and would love to share with you my favorite ways of wearing them! It is always so nice to remix our wardrobe with our favorite pieces.

This is my favorite little floral dress. This is how I would wear it on its own, with some fun colored heels or flats and some gold accessories.

This is how I would wear my floral dress on a date night!! Pair it with a white lightweight blazer, layered gold chains and some wooden brown heels.

This is how I would wear it shopping!!! Throw on a denim vest, or denim jacket, whatever you have in your closet, pair with a pair of comfortable tan wedges and voila! Instant comfortable style!

This is how I would wear it at the park with my precious toddlers!!! I love these two patterns together, nautical and floral. Plus this really stretches the use of the dress as it has now transformed into a cute floral skirt. Everyone has a nautical striped top in their closet right? Add fedora hat to keep me cool and a little extra style, and some cute nude Oxford flats and ready to hit that playground!

This is how I would wear it at a Sunday brunch or church outing. Sweet and girly. Wear your favorite light-colored cardigan over it, grab a skinny belt from your closet to cinch that waist in and polish off with a pair of nude heels.

And finally, this is how I would wear it on my girls night out!!! The dress has now been transformed into a floral bustier top which happens to be so in at the moment! This look can be achieved with any black high-waisted item you have in your closet. Black skater skirt, black pencil skirt, or even a pair of black pants will work if your dress is not too bulky. Otherwise just stick to layering it with a high-waisted skirt.

Is there an item in your closet you would like to style and wear more often but don’t know how? Please let me know and it would be my pleasure to show you how!!! And you never have to break the bank doing so! Till then,

Signing off in Style from Miami,

Anna

Filed Under: Fashion | Tagged: Tagged With: Black Highwaisted Skirt, Denim Vest, Floral Bustier Top, Floral Dress, Nautical and Floral, Nude Heels, White blazer

On our Summer radar…..

Posted by styl0421 on June 4, 2013 Leave a Comment

Summer rolls around, and everything seems lovelier. Maybe I am just seeing things through rose-colored glasses from all of the extra Vitamin D, but I want to try new things and be more adventurous. What’s on my radar for the month of June?

First off, I must try the Skinnygirl Mojito. I am a huge fan of Mojitos and love having one in the summer. But of course, I’m not a huge fan of the calories and sugar content. Cheers to this making the cut!

Now let’s talk about the Banana Republic/Milly collaboration. I’m not overly impressed (I think they played it way too safe), but I do love these shorts.

Milly Collection Feathers Short, $55

A collab I’m much happier with the result is that of Target and Sam & Libby. I was in there over the weekend and wanted to buy all of them! Great prices, great timeless yet trendy enough style. Here’s my favorite:

Sam & Libby Karina 3 Sandal, $24.99

This might seem silly, but I can’t stop thinking about ordering a few pairs of these barre socks. You don’t have to wear them specifically for bar method, barre, or daily method classes (although the skids are super helpful during the workout) – and they will give your boring old white and black sock drawer a lift. Aren’t the prints and colors cute?

Who knew socks with skids weren’t just for kids?

Barre Socks in Trekker Orange, $10

Barre Socks in Yellow Stripe, $10

These past couple of months a few of my friends and family members have had new babies. What to get a 2nd or 3rd time Mom? I actually saw this (well not this exact one) in a client’s home recently and had to ask her where she had it made.

Etsy, of course! The shop is called Designs by Nicolina. You can personalized this with your own size and color choices, and I plan to head to Hobby Lobby for a pretty white frame and mat.

‘First we had each other’ Art Print, $20.50

Lastly, I can’t get enough of Gorjana’s ‘Greer Bow Tie necklace.’ It would go with everything, and eliminates the need to have to layer your necklaces because it’s just interesting enough on it’s own.

Gorjana’s Greer Bow Tie Necklace, $80

Hope I’ve piqued your interest with a few things on my radar this month – what did I miss? Please tell us what you’re thinking about for the first month of summer!

Signing off in Style,

Mollie & Erin

Filed Under: Decor, Fashion, Little Ones, Misc, Shoes + Accessories | Tagged: Tagged With: Etsy, Gorjana, Target

The Carrie Diaries Looks

Posted by Anna Morfidis on May 30, 2013 Leave a Comment

The last few nights I have been so exhausted that all I wanted to do after my usual long days, is crawl into my bed and watch something cute and uplifting. Going through my DVR, I settled on The Carrie Diaries. I have to say I was OBSESSED with Sex and the City!!! I have the DVD series, the board game, the books… you name it, I have it!!! So I was a bit hesitant to start watching the prequel to the Sex and the City series that runs on CW called The Carrie Diaries. The show follows Carrie as she defines herself in her highschool years. And it’s actually pretty good! The humor is there, the drama is there, and most of all, the fashion is TOTALLY there!!! Even though the show is set back in 1984, the show’s costume designer, Eric Daman, is doing an amazing job incorporating current trends to the 80′s era. Bold colors, lots of prints on prints, skinny jeans, polka dots, and of course lot of peplum tops and skirts! Eric Daman was Patricia Field’s assistant (legendary stylist of Sex and the City) on the show. She calls him a great friend and brilliant stylist. I have to agree. I love the quirky Carrie looks!! Fills the void of not being able to watch Carrie’s amazing fashion on SATC a little bit! Take a look!

Just to refresh your memory… here is the original Carrie Bradshaw (played by Sarah Jessica Parker)

Amazing right?? Here are more looks of the “new” Carrie.

Tell us what you think of the fashion above!!! And if you need ANY help recreating any of these looks, or something just as fabulous we would love to help you!!!

Signing off in Style from Miami,

Anna

Filed Under: Fashion, Misc | Tagged: Tagged With: Anna Sophia Robb, Carrie Bradshaw, Eric Daman, Patricia Field, The Carrie Diaries Fashion

Shoes, Shoes, Shoes…….

Posted by styl0421 on May 23, 2013 Leave a Comment

Memorial day weekend is upon us, and shoes are on the brain. In particular, shoes to wear to a wedding. I’ve got a family wedding to attend this weekend out of town, and I bet many of you have weddings coming up in the next couple of months.

I’ve got three stipulations for a new pair of dressy shoes:

1. Not super expensive

2. Must be able to transition to casual (aka worn with jeans or dressy shorts)

3. On-trend but not trendy, persay

To my surprise, I found a lot of great options! I won’t divulge what I purchased (so I can Instagram about it this weekend, ha!), but what I bought WILL be included. Maybe you can guess. ;-)))

First up, something basic and beautiful. Nude platform pumps with just a touch of something different about them.

BCBG Generation Parade Pump, $89

There’s no denying my obsession with these. Subtle animal print + hot pink? Yes, please and thank you.

Joan & David Odelia Pumps, on sale at Nordstrom for $120!!!

Fell in love with these Ivanka Trump sandals/pumps once I tried them on. They look gorge on your feet. A lady walking by me in Nordstrom’s shoe department even said ” You MUST buy those, they are fab.” Can’t argue with that!

Ivanka Trump Mallorie Sandal, $129

Another Joan & David I couldn’t walk away from – gold and black will match almost any LBD in your closet.

Joan & David Siona Sandal, $169

This is the perfect shoe if you need something on the lighter side, color-wise. I love that it has a little bit of glitz to it, but it’s not a super high heel.

Sole Society Savannah Sandal, $59

Need something saucy and black? These lace ups aren’t really a lace up (thank gawd) since they zip up the back (even cooler) and – they will never go out of style.

Nine West Kenie Sandal, $89

This one is a little obvious for a wedding, but sometimes the most obvious shoes are the hardest to find!

Ivanka Trump Anita, $135

Dear Jessica Simpson, surprisingly you make some awesome shoes. Thanks, Style Spies.

Jessica Simpson Jessies, $79

Finally – if you ARE looking for something metallic – this is IT. Silver AND gold – so versatile.

Sam Edelman Allie, $130

Happy long weekend, everyone – and remember to start this season in style!

Mollie & Erin

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Summer Hits

Posted by ewcrews on May 17, 2013 Leave a Comment

Summer Hits

I am currently loving all of the trends that are out there right now for summer and wanted to share some Top Summer Hits!

The Printed Jacket

Perfect to throw on over a maxi dress or for a cool summer night.

Trina Turk Moto Jacket $326

Statement Rings

We have all seen that statement necklaces are all the rage but what about adding some rings in?

Ariella Stackable Rings $38

Anything Aztec

Aztec seems to the the hot print right now -

this skirt is perfect for a skinny tank top and flip flops during the day - and wedges for night!

Midi Aztec Floral Skirt $61

Metal Trimmed Sandals

The little detail of the metal on these shoes take our sandals to a new level. A little bit of dressy with our casual sandals!

Archer Sandal $69

Neon is Back

It definitely brings us back to the 80′s but there is a subtle way of adding a bit of neon to our wardrobe this summer (without humming Tiffany in our head!) This bag is adorable – especially with a plain white t-shirt and some boyfriend jean shorts!

Neon Crossover Bag $49

Happy Summer Shopping!

Signing off in Style,

Erin & Mollie

Filed Under: Fashion, Shoes + Accessories | Tagged: Tagged With: Asos, Aztec, Gap, Neon, Nordstrom, Summer Fashion 2013

Personal Shopping Maven

Posted by styl0421 on May 13, 2013 Leave a Comment

I have been shopping like a maniac lately. Not so much for me, but for my clients (yay!). Everyone is looking for a few new spring and summer items to pop into their closets – and luckily for them, there’s a lot out there. I wanted to highlight some of my favorite things for you – some are budget friendly too, yippee!

First off, this Skater dress from Asos. It says the fabric is ‘bonded.’ What this really means is that the fabric feels like a scuba diving suit! It’s awesome. Super flattering and keeps it’s structure. Comes in this pretty green color and also coral. Only $84.85.

Having a mini love affair with floral print heels. If you’re not so sure about the floral trend ending up on your thighs, wearing it on your shoes is the way to go. These Ted Baker platform floral pumps are gorgeous, and only $74.

Another style I can’t get enough of? Camouflage print skinny jeans. They go with just about anything, and are trendy in a super casual ‘oh, i just threw these on’ way. These are from Madewell, but are Textile by Elizabeth & James. Oh yeah – they’re on SALE! Normally $192, now $139.50.

Another dress that is just easy-peasy for summer is this ribbed ponte knit number from Banana Republic. I have to give my Mom and sis credit for this one, they found it and I had to check it out for myself. The fabric is stretchy with a teensy bit of sheen, and you can show off those legs ladies! At $98 it’s a no brainer - it comes in black and cobalt blue too.

Another shoe I can’t get off my mind? This BCBG Gamma Mesh Bootie. Originally $275, it’s at Neiman Marcus’ Last Call site for $189. These are TO DIE FOR in person – trust me.

This new necklace from Gorjana is insanely cute on. Trust me on this!!! So original but not trendy, you will want to wear it every day. Greer Bow Tie Necklace, $80.

One last thing. The peplum trend just isn’t going away – and that’s ok with me. It is flattering on a lot of body types – that’s rare. Shopbop has done an exclusive peplum top with Alice + Olivia in some pretty pastels with an exposed back zipper. Mint green and peach. Pretty with white or light denim, white slacks, a printed skirt (as shown), or even dressed down with some cut off jean shorts and cool gladiator sandals.

Have I given you any inspiration? Anything you’re obsessing over these days? We’d love to hear.

Signing off in Style,

Mollie (& Erin)

PS – want to see more things we love? Follow us on Pinterest of course!

Filed Under: Fashion, Shoes + Accessories | Tagged: Tagged With: Alice + Olivia, Asos, Banana Republic, BCBG, Floral trend, Gorjana, Shopbop

Fashion Designers Expo – Miami FL

Posted by Anna Morfidis on May 6, 2013 Leave a Comment

I was very excited to be co-styling for the Fashion Designers Expo this March in Miami!

FDE who has now partnered with the World Fashion Organization, helps emerging designers to make a name for themselves and help support a great cause. This year FDE helped raise AIDS awareness. Walk Red Talk Red. And showcased 10 local designers. From swimsuits, to gowns, to sports apparel, to hats, we had it all!!!

To see more pictures of the show, please visit their Facebook page HERE and for more press coverage go to their official web page please visit HERE.

And below is my personal diary of the event!

Here is me at the red carpet before all the craziness began!!! I started a stylin trend on the Tshirts we had to wear! – cut, rip and tie!

The goodie bag!! Style Spies a proud sponsor!!!

This is the only picture I was able to sneak of the runway… the rest of the time we were swamped backstage!!!

Some very “Miami” styling for hat designer Kel Fashions (www.kelfashion.com)

Some gowns, swim and separates by Yasser Faraco (www.yasser-faracco.com)

Some wild night out looks by Esperanza (www.designsbyesperanza.com)

One of my fave apparel designers – NINO (www.ninoapparel.com)

Lining up the models for styling for SUSY Who (www.michellenakah.carbonmade.com) She was also one of my faves. See her Look Book below.

SUSYWHO_CATALOG

Great job on another entertaining show designers, models and FDE!!! Looking forward to see who emerges next year!

Signing off in style from Miami,

Anna

Filed Under: Fashion, Misc | Tagged: Tagged With: Aids Awareness, Fashion Designers Expo, FDE

How to Wear Floral Jeans / Pants

Posted by Anna Morfidis on April 29, 2013 Leave a Comment

I love how this trend is just not going away anytime soon!!! It is still hitting the runways and gracing the bodies of our most loved celebrities.

The Floral Denim Pant!!!!!!

I finally found the right pair for me. I needed something that is not too loud, too bright, not black and white, a little muted with just the right amount of garden. And I found them. At Sears of all places. I was there looking at the Kardashian Kollection and there they were. Love at first sight. And the fit is amazing. Nice stretchy comfy fabric that moves with me and keeps me cool in hot FLA.

So the question is.. how do I wear these pants??

Below are my fave looks I have worn so far.

Super clean and classic. White tank top, floral pants, black blazer and black stilettos.

Everyday casual cool. Paired with a slouchy white top, what used to be a denim jacket now a denim vest, fedora hat and pair of nude flats. Great for everyday.

Another casual cool look. Floral pants paired with graphic tee and combat boots. I like to wear a bandeau top underneath the graphic tank.

Two different ways to add a pop of color. First look is the floral pants with the slouchy white t shirt as pictured earlier and my favorite pink suede pumps, perfect for a girls night out. Second look is the floral pants paired with a hot pink blouse and a pair of nude flats. Perfect for a day out with my kiddies!!

This yellow pop of color I would save for a date night! And wear that grey sweater off the shoulder for some skin. Effortless.

This look is when I feel a little Rihanna-esque! If you can pull off two patterns go for it!! This outfit actually looks super cool on. Floral pants with white lace tank top and animal print heels. Very cool.

Here I am doing another bright color, blue, with my favorite floral jeans and brown gladiator wedges. Perfect for a day of shopping down Lincoln Road!

And there you have it. Dont be afraid to mix patterns, colors, textures!! Fashion should be fun!

Signing off in style from Miami,

Anna

Filed Under: Fashion, Misc | Tagged: Tagged With: Black Blazer, Cobalt Blue Top, Floral Denim, Floral Pants, Floral Skinny Jeans, Graphic Tee, Pink Heels, Yellow Pumps

How to wear 1 {fabulous} skirt – 3 ways.

Posted by styl0421 on April 17, 2013 Leave a Comment

Often when I am working with a client I find this problem: ’I love love love this piece, but I only wear it with this or that. How else can I wear it?’

Normally the items my clients are pairing with their one fabulous piece are the items that the salesperson at the store suggested or even better, the outfit was the what the mannequin was wearing. Pretty foolproof, I must admit. But the idea is to get more wear out of your clothes, no?

So – I recently bought a gorgeous maxi skirt at Anthropologie that ironically I had recommended on Pinterest for another client (#shoppingaddiction #yesIhaveone). Here it is:

Ping Embroidered Maxi Skirt, $168

This skirt is just so versatile, yet with the embroidery and bright blue color, it can be a bit tricky to pair other things with it (other than an obvious orange tank like the model is wearing, or a white tank). So…..I decided to do a little show and tell with items found in my own closet.

Of course I do not have a professional photographer on hand, nor do I trust my 5 year old to hold my fancy camera and take pictures. So – please mind the selfies taken into my mirror! ;-)

Look #1

Look 1: Denim shirt from J Crew + Men’s hat from Saks off Fifth + Target Mossimo wedges

I threw on my chambray shirt from J Crew (similar HERE), added one of my favorite spring/summer fedora hats that I found at Saks off Fifth last summer in the Men’s department (similar HERE), and some oldie but goodie wedges from Target (similar HERE).

Just another shot so you can see the view from the front and the hat a little better.

Look #2

Skirt paired with silky Vince tank top, J Crew cargo vest, and Stella and Dot necklace. Same shoes as prior.

This is a go-to look for me. I have worn both this tank and vest A TON; the money spent on each has been well worth it! Find the Vince tank HERE, and a similar vest HERE.

I also love this Stella and Dot Rebel Pendant necklace – it goes with everything and anchors a flowy top well.

Stella and Dot Rebel Pendant, $79

Look # 3

Last look – J Crew linen cable knit sweater and knock-off J Crew necklace. Worn with flat sparkly sandals.

For the last look I went a little more casual. The J Crew boatneck sweater is a linen blend, which makes it perfect for spring time weather, and I threw on my turquoise bubble necklace that is a total knock off of the original J Crew necklace that was EVERYWHERE last spring. Brighthouse Baubles is THE place to get affordable jewelry that looks like the real thing. Check them out!

J Crew no longer has that sweater, but for a similar look – check out these lightweight cardigans at the Gap. I like the kelly green with the blue skirt.

The shoes are just a sparkly flat that I have had FOREVER. Any kind of metallic sandal dresses up this outfit just enough.

That wraps up today’s lesson in fashion – hope you’ve enjoyed the peek into my closet and now you know what I’ll be wearing my new skirt with this season!

Signing off in Style,

Mollie & Erin

Filed Under: Closets, Fashion | Tagged: Tagged With: anthropologie, fedora, J Crew, maxi skirt

Addicted to Addiction

Posted by Anna Morfidis on April 16, 2013 Leave a Comment

Meet Miami’s newest little secret: “Addiction“. This little boutique could seriously do a number on my wallet!!!! Not because it is expensive, but because I WANT IT all! I am absolutely in love with all their pieces and their prices! Very fair and reasonable! I was very impressed. I cant wait to show you their little treasures. I found the inside of the store to be very inviting, clean and modern. I wasn’t overwhelmed at all. The racks were color coordinated, themed and not cluttered which made easy to navigate through the pieces and shop easily. From long flowy skirts, to easy breezy wrap dresses, to structured peplum sheaths, and floral palazzo pants, there is something to satisfy everyone’s fashion palate. Boutique owners Flavia and Lusian Amuial are picking up all the right things from the showrooms!

These are my top picks!

Now this is a sorbet I would like to have!!! Coral blazer, must have with a pair of light wash denims and a white tank, so chic and simple. Love me a lace yellow sheath dress. Would wear this with a pair of nude or animal print heels and gold accessories. Hello, a bright cobalt blue peplum sheath dress???!!! Must have for sure. I would wear this with black cutout heels and perhaps a black cuff (see pictured below). I like to add a little edge! The last outfit is a must have for Miami. Long flowy palazzo pants with this beautiful emerald green tank top. Love, love love! I would wear with brown gladiator wedges and gold bangles. I need this! Prices range from $50 – $120. So reasonable!

I couldn’t decide which neutral dress I like best so I decided to photograph all three. The first dress on the left, with a faux bubble bottom and strong embellished shoulders, is only $69!!!!! The white dress in the middle is also to die for. Super simple and chic. I love the chain details on the sleeves! And who would not want one of these fringed beauties! Think burlesque hair and make up! So cute and trendy.

This is for the black lovers. Plenty to choose from! Leather and chiffon pleated dress, lazer cutout black blouse, gold embellished drop waist dress, and this bohemian black blouse are sure to add some glam to anyones closet! Prices range from $50-$150.

How great are these gold skinny jeans? I had one of the Addiction girls try them on for me. She just happened to wear a black graphic tee and gold flats to go with them! Exactly how I would wear them running around town with my toddlers. Would kick it up a notch for night time with some black fancy heels and a fringe top. Perhaps the one we just saw above? Priced at only $59 it’s a done deal!

Polish off any of the above looks with some super cute accessories. The Trina Turk Black cuff is exactly what I would add to my cobalt blue peplum dress. And I would mix the gold and coral bangles with the sorbet colored clothing. All this beautiful jewelry is gold plated and have such attention to detail. The ones on the left are handmade and the ones on the right in the tray are actually Trina Turk. Priced from $50-$120.

Here are some more pics of the inside of the store. Nice right? Lots of scarves, flats, wedges, belts, purses and hats to pick from to complete your little new Addicted closet!!! Even a little swimsuit to hit the Miami beaches in style! I would wear the floppy straw hat with the orange little bikini pictured on the right below and would throw one of their gorgeous flowy dresses seen just in picture above. Can you see this look??

This truly is your one stop shop!!! Visit them today!!!! Or attend their much-anticipated Grand Opening Party this Thursday, April the 18th. See details below.

Addiction Clothing Boutique

Located at 20335 Biscayne Blvd. #L27 at the Promenade Shops.

See you all there!!! Come join me as I will be sipping champagne, eating strawberries and trying on the latest fashions and enjoying prizes and discounts – doesn’t get any better than that!

Signing off in Style from Miami,

Anna

Filed Under: Fashion, Misc | Tagged: Tagged With: cobalt blue peplum dress, coral blazer, floral palazzo pants, fringe dress, gold skinny jeans, neutral dress, yellow lace dress

How to Wear A Floral Dress Six Ways

On our Summer radar…..

The Carrie Diaries Looks

Shoes, Shoes, Shoes…….

Summer Hits

Personal Shopping Maven

Fashion Designers Expo – Miami FL

How to Wear Floral Jeans / Pants

How to wear 1 {fabulous} skirt – 3 ways.

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