Skirting into Spring

With warm weather come short skirts. But this Spring, we're starting to see a new trend -- longer, looser skirts that fall below the knee. While bodycon and minis are still in, we're loving this more flowy and carefree option. It's perfect for hot summer days, traveling, and every day use. We fine it a much more practical option as compared to the restrictive body skirts and the bottom heavy maxi styles. Plus it's less dangerous to wear on a windy day (such as today) than the mini flowy skirts. It's like Betty Draper combines forces with Peggy Olsen, minus the heart of coal and the pilgrim style. 

1. Mod Cloth | 2. Asos | 3. Kohl's | 4. Urban Outfitters | 5. Forever 21 | 6. J. Crew

XOXO,

Jen & Saira

Fresh Faced Florals

As Meryl Streep's character says in The Devil Wears Prada, "Florals? For spring? Groundbreaking..." And we get it, it's a bit overplayed and cliched, but there's a reason for that! Large floral prints remind us of Kelly Kapowski -- effortlessly beautiful, carefree and casual. If you don't want to look too Laura Ashley, then dress down your look by mixing prints, throwing on a military jacket, or adding a pair of lace up boots. Otherwise tousle your hair, put on a charm bracelet, and in no time Zack Morris and A.C. Slater will be vying for your attention.

1. Mod Cloth | 2. Free People | 3. Asos | 4. Urban Outfitters | 5. Citizens of Humanity

XOXO,

Jen & Saira

Lovely in Lace

We love love love white lace for Spring. It's so fresh, classy, and romantic, and when worn right brings out your inner Kate Middleton. The trick is to find a look that isn't too demure or over the top, and with just a touch of sexy. For a sweeter look, go for soft curls and delicate accessories. Or vamp it up with some red lipstick or black accessories. Who said lace is only for doilies?

1. Free People | 2. Asos | 3. Charlotte Russe | 4.  Bhldn | 5. Forever 21 | 6. Mod Cloth

 XOXO,

Jen & Saira

Color Day: Tangerine Tango

Every year we love to check to see what Pantone's "Color of the Year" is.  Last year was the cheerful and feminine Honeysuckle Pink. This year we are delighted to see Tangerine Tango, a vibrant, edgy, and sexy shade of reddish orange.  We're big on the red/orange color as we think it's fun and energizing and perfect for a Spring or summer wedding or to spice up your wardrobe for the new year! Added bonus to choosing the color orange for your event: it really goes a long way in the lighting department to create a warm, cozy, and romantic glow.

Tangerine Tango Color Inspiration Board

1. Starshaped Press via Flickr | 2. Teapots and Tulle | 3. The Vegas Wedding Planner | 4. Urban Outfitters |

5. Pantone | 6. Fearon May | 7. Butter | 8. Nordstrom | 9. Artesan Jewelry | 10. Urban Outfitters | 

11. Glamour | 12. Sweet Pickle Jewelry | 13. Amina Michele | 

XOXO

Jen & Saira

Spring 2012 Mercedes Benz Fashion Week: J. Mendel

We'll wrap up our fashion week highlights with J. Mendel and his lovely vertical color block pieces. Some of us avoid stripes like the plague for fear they will make us look fat. While horizontal stripes have that effect, vertical stripes are elongating and can actually make you appear taller and slimmer.  J. Mendel's collection of vertically color blocked pieces and feminine, fluttery dresses with surprise pops of contrasting colors.  Overall it was modern, sophisticated, and extremely flattering.

Images from Elle via Imaxtree.com and Matteo Volta 

XOXO

Jen & Saira

Spring 2012 Mercedes Benz Fashion Week: Tory Burch

We could have used color day to showcase the colorful collection by Oscar de la Renta, but we're betting that our average reader is probably more in tune to a collection that can be worn in more of an everyday kind of capacity, like that of Tory Burch. This collection features a little bit for everyone with bright colors (Why, hello there, yellow!), polka dots and ruffles, tiers of fringe, and fun studs and sequins.  Maybe it's a love for Gatsby or maybe it's the popularity of HBO's Boardwalk Empire, but our favorite flirty and sexy 1920's flapper style made its way into the Tory Burch collection too.  Take a look:

  Images from Elle via IMAXtree.com and Matteo Volta

XOXO

Jen & Saira

Spring 2012 Mercedes Benz Fashion Week: Charlotte Ronson

Charlotte Ronson's collections are always young and fresh and her Spring 2012 collection certainly lived up to our expectations.  We love the country meets city look and various textures and flirty, feminine colors and sheer fabrics! Charlotte does dresses very well and this collection is light, breezy, and definitely wearable.  Plus, we're not sure if you're aware, but Charlotte Ronson's "I Heart Ronson" Collection is available at JCPenny and features some really great designer apparel at incredibly affordable prices.  We hope to see some of these frocks there this Spring!

XOXO

Jen & Saira

Spring 2012 Mercedes Benz Fashion Week - Nicole Miller

Bright, bold, and youthful are the words we would use to describe Nicole Miller's Spring 2012 Ready to Wear collection.  A little bit 80's, a little bit rock and roll - this collection is sporty, fun, exciting.  We love the retro neon colors paired with the dark black leather and fun checkerboard print. It all kind of reminds us of a more modern and wearable version of what we used to see on The Misfits from Jem and the Holograms. It's truly outrageous.

Images from Elle via Imaxtree.com and Matteo Volta

XOXO

Jen & Saira

Spring 2012 Mercedes Benz Fashion Week - Tadashi Shoji

Fashion week continues in New York this week. We look forward to this time of year to see what we'll have to look forward to for spring (and what we'll want to avoid!). The week kicked off on Thursday last week with some great shows and some really lovely pieces for Spring 2012. One designer we're always interested in is Tadashi Shoji.  Tadashi's Spring 2012 line is inspired by the beauty of the tulip and was bright, flirty, and perfectly lady-like.

Image Credits: Elle via  www.Imaxtree.com and Matteo Volta

XOXO

Jen & Saira