Showing posts with label piperlime. Show all posts
Showing posts with label piperlime. Show all posts

Wednesday, February 8, 2012

How to dress like a princess (Kate Middleton, to be exact)

When I ask clients which celebrity's style they admire the most, one name continually pops up: Kate Middleton. Sure, she is the Duchess of Cambridge and has a style wardrobe that even Vogue would be jealous of, but there are still budget-friendly ways to imitate her style - with or without the fancy title.

Kate's style is so enviable because she always looks put-together. Whether she is strolling the beach with Pippa or making a royal appearance with her prince, she makes sure her clothes are a good FIT, that the COLORS are a good match for her skin, and that she ties the whole look together with a THIRD PIECE.

I talk a lot about my "rule of 3's" - when you are wearing two items, you have clothes on, when you are wearing three items, you have an OUTFIT. Three pieces always looks for sophisticated and put-together than two. By adding a third pice (whether it be a jacket, vest, belt, scarf, etc.), you instantly pull the look together and go from "wearing clothes" to "wearing an OUTFIT."

See for yourself what a difference it makes in Kate's style. If you ever ask yourself "What would Kate wear"?. well here are some answers for you!



Here are some of my favorite pieces - all from www.piperlime.com - that will help you get this royal princess style.


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Where to get it: www.piperlime.com

From top to bottom:

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$395.00


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$99.00

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$99.00

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$98.00



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$348.00


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$228.00


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$44.00 


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$59.00



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$225.00


10) Milly
Regular Price

$425.00


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$69.00




12) Ella Moss
Regular Price
$158.00


13) Levi's
Regular Price
$68.00


14) J Brand
Regular Price
$169.00





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$210.00








16) Fossil
Regular Price
$36.00



17) Frye
Regular Price
$298.00

18) Frye
Regular Price
$328.00-$348.00



19) Hunter

Original Wellie

$125






20) Monet
Regular Price
$43.97-$110.00



These items (or items similar) will give you all the style you need to dress like a princess (and you don't even have to follow all of those strict rules to look like royalty)! 

Happy shopping, your highness! 

Xo, Kristin @ Kristin Golden Image Consulting


Friday, February 3, 2012

Spring Trend Alert - Pastels from runway to everyday

Spring trend to try now - Pastels

Usually when I think of pastel clothing, I think of Easter and frilly girly girl styles. Not this year - pastels are out in full force - and by adding an edgy touch, you can take them from "Easter Sunday" to "Night on the town." These looks are great for everything from date night to daytime fun. The key to pulling off this trend is to always have one "neutral" or "grounding" piece (such as clean-cut jeans, a black bag, or a simple top) to keep it from looking completely sporadic.

The Runway Inspiration:



Real Life:

1:
Pair this : 

Trouve Peter Pan collar blouse - $88 (www.nordstrom.com)



with this:

DKNY Black 'leather zip front bomber jacket' - $239 (www.bluefly.com) and J Brand Skinny Leg Stretch Jean (Pure Wash) - $169 (www.nordstrom.com




The Black bomber jacket takes this girly print from sweet to chic and the dark skinny jeans add a complete a polished look!


2:
Pair this: 
Rebecca Taylor 'torn rose cam' - $215 (www.rebeccataylor.com)

with these:

Joe's 'best friend jeans' - $179 and this : L.A.M.B 'Novice Wedge Pumps' - $137.50 (www.shopbop.com for both) and Marc by Marc Jacobs 'Totall Turnlock - Sia' python Embossed Crossbody bag - $278 


The distressed (dark) denim and the edgy black platform pump with take this playful top from picnic to cocktails while the neon bag adds serious style points.

3:
Pair this:

Krish 'low back mini shift dress' - $238 (www.piperlime.com)


with this: 
Steve Madden 'Beeast' pump in purple - $59.99 (www.piperlime.com) and Marc by Marc Jacobs 'Turnlock Python Shine - Percy' Crossbody bag - $218 (www.nordstrom.com


By pairing these two unexpected colors, you get a serious spring trend and the black back grounds the entire outfit and gives it some edge!


HAVE FUN with this trend and add a little color to your life! Happy coloring!

Xo, Kristin @ Kristin Golden Image Consulting