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Showing posts with label summer 2011. Show all posts
Showing posts with label summer 2011. Show all posts

Tuesday, August 9, 2011

What Trends are Back?


By: Sophia Varga

Four weeks left and we bid the Summer season adieu.  Will the trends of the sexiest season around leave along with the warm weather?

Rompers, rompers everywhere! Everyone from Old Navy to Marc Jacobs has turned out a version.  Versatile and sexy, they’ve been seen on beaches everywhere as a casual cover-up in fabrics like terry cloth and then on the red carpet in silk, jersey blends and bold prints.



Flower print dresses are in full bloom. Taking a cue from the uber success of Mad Men, tulips and roses are making their perennial mark this Summer.



Color Blocking has been a survivor of season's past, making it a nominee for full year relevance. Bravo.



Can't wait to see what survives the crystal ball of fashion week this Fall!!!



Saturday, July 2, 2011

Celebrity Stylist Derek Warburton Shares His Secrets With Mankx!

Celebrity Stylist Derek Warburton has been kind enough to share his style secrets with our readers! Enjoy and have a safe and fabulous summer!



Here are some fabulous tricks from Derek "Fabulous" Warburton, who makes your favorite celebs look amazing!



"PILE ON THOSE ACCESSORIES!"--Derek
If you see Derek, you know he is not just wearing one thing on his finger or arm. Derek is known for piling on accessories and looking fabulous. From necklaces to rings and hoop earrings, wear your accessories all at once!
Purchase a set of 18 AMI Clubwear bracelets for only $15 bucks at www.AMIClubwear.com

"Don't be afraid to reuse your jewelry."
Never throw away any of your jewelry. When a necklace or ring breaks, that means it is time to bring out your creativity. Combine the piece of necklace on the ring or even put the ring on the necklace and start making a charm necklace.
Purchase an American Eagle Outfitters Necklace with an actual earring attached for only $16 bucks.(Pretty Uhmazeballs) www.ae.com

"Get Leopardlicious."
"We love animal print! It goes with everything"- Team Fabulous
With a simple LBD "Little Black Dress" a splash of leopard print will make the outfit look fierce!
Check out some awesome places that sell the best Leopard Print shoes on a budget.
Forever21.com, Dillards.com, Aldos.com, ShoeDazzle.com, Macys.com

"SUMMER TIP"
If you are a person who loves to layer this style tip is for you!
A bandeau bra is a great essential item for layering in the Summer. Bandeaus are perfect for layering under T-shirts and a baggy tank that is completely open.
Purchase your Bandeau at American Apparel for only $11 each! Go Crazy and get one in every color.


Keep in mind the Spring/Summer 2011 Shopping Must-Haves

Bathing Suit Shopping includes:
1. Bandeau
2. Halter
3. High Waist Bikini
4. A sexy one piece

Tops include:
1. crop tops
2. a slouchy half length T-shirt
3. American Flag tank tops
4. Ruffle sleeve tops
5. Bandeau tops
6. Tube tops
 
Dresses includes:
1. A definite maxi dress
2. Rompers
3. Ruffle dress
4. Short printed dress
 
Shorts includes:
1. Sailor shorts
2. Distressed denim shorts
3. High waist shorts
4. Floral print shorts

Skirts includes:
1. Maxi skirts
2. Print skirts
3. Ruffle skirts

(Do not get too crazy with the prints and ruffles, Stay in the safe zone.)
Remember: LESS IS MORE...

Sandals include:
1. T-strap sandals
2. Leatherette sandals
3. Gladiator sandals
4. Sandal Wedges

 Handbags include:
1. Large handbags
2. Mosaic clutches
3. Basket weave handbags

Sunglasses include:
1. Your favorite designer sunglasses
2. Aviator sunglasses
3. Solid frame aviator sunglasses
4. Funky cool colorful frames

We hope these style tips prepared you for the Summertime! For more style advice and tips visit Derek 'Fabulous' Warburton's official website DerekLovesShopping.com and DerekWarburton.com. Make sure to follow him on twitter as well @derekfabulous!



Friday, May 27, 2011

It's Almost Bathing Suit Season!

By: Sophia Varga


We are on the heels of Summer and slowly but surely open toed shoes and bare shoulders are making a long awaited appearance.  Bathing suit season arrives with Memorial Day and the sexy new suits of the Summer are making me long for a cold margarita and a position as first mate on a sprawling yacht.  See below for seasonal inspiration:

Two equally stunning cover-ups to transition from beachfront to pool side bbq:



A brand new twist on a monokini, the hottest trend in suits for 2011.


Classic stripes never go out of style and with the current resurgence of Americana, this is the perfect classic ‘kini.


The ruffle detail on this suit takes the boring one piece to sultry new heights.