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fringes with benefits…puttin’ a swing in our step

26 Thursday Feb 2015

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altazurra, bloomingdales, fashion, forward.com, Fringe, Intermix, j.crew, les nouvelles, meli melo, neimam marcus, Net a porter, nordstrom, revolveclothing.com, shopbop, theory, ysl, zara

Fringe…it’s everywhere! You can go whole-hog, or just test the waters. But, for heavens sake, do something with this fashion moment! It’s fun, flirty, and who doesn’t want a little fringe or two with benefits??

Here are a few of our favorites from the dramatic to the conservative…a lil something for everyone. So don’t be too shy, live on the fringe!

How about a jacket or two?

budget friendly and right on trend!

budget-friendly and on-trend…from Revolve Clothing

This one is an investment...just sayin'

This one is an investment…just sayin’. From Forward

This one is a must-have…

This one is a must-have…it practically screamed at us from the pages of the Neiman Marcus catalog.  So we hollared right back with our credit card when we saw this lux for less…a real bargain!

Skirts are another great way to show off this trend…

The two below are from Intermix…

This suede will put a lil shimmy in your step!!

This suede will put a lil shimmy in your step!!

Tough and feminine

Tough and feminine

A belle loves to sashay!!

Next up…tops! The first is Theory and the second is J Crew…love!!

Gimme gimme gimme!!

Gimme gimme gimme!!

Every belle can rock this look!!!!

Every belle can rock this look!!!!

If you want to kill two birds with one stone, (we just adore efficiency!) you can order both from Net-A-Porter.

Of course, it wouldn’t be right if we didn’t throw in a shoe or two. I mean, c’mon!!  How about this beauty with a touch of fringe by Altazurra…

find them

find them at Neiman Marcus

Or this next pair from Zara…

We die...from complete adoration

We die…from complete adoration!

And these from Les Nouvelles…

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All for the well-heeled belle!

And sporting a pocketbook is a great way to try fringe without jumping right into the deep end.  Sometimes a belle likes to test the waters a bit…

Check out the Tallulah Fringe Messenger bag from ShopBop…

Perfection!!

Perfection!!

and this boho-chic hobo from Urban Outfitters…

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Well-priced, on-trend, and a pop of color…a belle’s dream!

And if this is all just too much to take in, at least try our favorite lash enhancer to really play up that “eye fringe”. You do know how to bat your eyelashes, don’t you?? Available at Nordstrom…

Fringe for everyday

Fringe for everyday

BFF=belles for fringe

a&a

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and that’s a wrap…belles take on the latest trend

15 Thursday Jan 2015

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Asos, blanket, cape, fashion, nordstrom, poncho, shopbop, Topshop, trends

This trend…the cape/poncho…caused a wee bit of discussion between the two of us.  We both love the idea of a cozy, comfortable, layered look; but we’re a lil concerned that this fashion moment could go terribly wrong, terribly quickly…we can’t possibly allow that sort of thing to happen to our belles!

If one doesn’t take care, one might just resemble a homeless person on the corner, so don’t attempt this look with day-3 hair…or clogs.  Or if you over-layer or are a little too casual with the wrapping aspect, you might look like you’re still recovering from a week-long bout of the flu.

So, with full knowledge that it must be done carefully, we still want to give this trend a fair shot.  Fret not belles, we’ve got solutions! We won’t let you wander the wrong path (heaven forbid).  With the links below, you will be kept firmly floating on avenue chic. Tell us what you think!!

From Zara…on sale for just $119.99…

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From Nordstrom…this Topshop cape, only $68…

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From Nordstrom…another choice from Topshop (also $68)…

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Another from Nordstrom…and a steal at $38!…

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Found this one on Amazon…

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And one more…this one is from Asos and on sale for $58…

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Time to wrap it up, belles.  We’ ll take one….or two

a&a

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Smitten for kittens…kitten heels that is…feline foot candy

26 Thursday Jun 2014

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Diane von Furstenberg, fashion, kitten heels, Michael Kors, Muse Shoe Studio, shoes, Sole Society, Vince Camuto

The latest kitten heel trend has us belles positively giddy. This low, dainty heel is such a wonderful feminine option and a nice change from the sky high stilts that have been in the forefront recently. While we love a good stiletto, a kitten heel works so easily with almost every outfit imaginable, is practical but pretty, and is the perfect option for long-term wear. These heels are flattering to the ankle and lengthen the calf. We have selected a few that piqued our interest and caused us to make a little extra room in the closet.

Now, because we’ve hit the warmer months, finally(!!), we are leaning toward sandals (the tootsies need a little vitamin D too!!), and we have been mighty partial to Vince Camuto lately. The selection of styles has been really on-trend and they are actually comfortable to boot!

The Hilarie is a darling strappy kitten that is subtle enough to wear day or night. Flattering, feminine, flirty…fabulous!
Find it here, here and our favorite local shoe boutique, Muse Shoe Studio.

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The next is also a Vince Camuto . This pair is frisky, fresh and just a touch edgy. Adore the snake skin heel. And the metallic strap seems to change from silver to gold based on what you are wearing. Available at Nordstrom, and they are 40% off so scurry along and get a pair!!! We also think they can be day-to-night and the suede front strap makes them cross over into cooler weather with ease.

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Now we know some of you are timid about your tootsies and prefer a covered toe option. Not to fear, we are here to please all of our belles!

Sole Society is a great site for shoes, and we have had great luck with fashionable options at awesome price points! The Jenn is one such shoe. Available in a wide array of colors including a divine gunmetal grey. For now, though we decided our wardrobes just need a lil’ pop and the coral was just calling our names. Our tootsies did a happy dance when they slipped into the soft suede and couldn’t wait to prance around town.

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Couldn’t you just eat ’em up?!?!

The next pump is a basic in our ever-so-humble opinion. We firmly believe that animal print is neutral and these kittens are ready to roar. Thank you Diane Von Furstenberg. These are timeless and every belle needs at least one pair of animal print pumps in her wardrobe. Get these wild critters here.

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And we would be remiss if we didn’t show you this last pair by Michael Michael Kors. A t-strap (we are quite fond of t-strap) adds interest and style…and keeps your feet from looking gargantuan.  Dare we say that they also VERY much resemble a certain shoe that is made by Valentino??? Classy, chic, and elegant, these would be a great addition to any of our closets. Order them from Nordstrom .

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So go on now, treat your tootsies…they’ve earned it!

a&a

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belles “jump” on the bandwagon…

05 Thursday Jun 2014

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Copper Penny, express, fashion, j.crew, jumpsuits, savvy, trends

Jumpsuits…another fashion trend, and a good one at that. Like a dress, once on, there is little to consider save for a few (or more) accessories! A jumpsuit is this seasons’s answer to the LBD…only cooler! Ideal for travel as it can be dressed up or down, layered or worn on its own, the jumpsuit adds an air of easy chic .

The jumpsuit can be sleek and sophisticated, cool and casual, boho flair, tastefully trendy, and much, much more. Bonus…it’s a blank canvas for creative accessorizing! Layer piles of necklaces or one statement necklace, have an arm party, scarf it, belt it, add a cardi…or how about a cool blazer?? The options are limitless and it’s a great opportunity to experiment!! C’mon y’all, get those creative juices flowing!!

Of course we’ve picked a couple to show you. The one that both of us purchased and a third belle in the crew had to have as well is by Drew and available at The Copper Penny.

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The necklace is fromJ. Crew and was 25% off!! Belles love a statement necklace that’s a bargain to boot!!

Now, as we had a little trouble finding the Drew jumpsuit on line we found a similar one at Topshop.

And a great, budget-friendly version is this one from Express.

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This one gives you a little more coverage on the top and we adore the sporty “track suit” edginess on the bottom. That tassel necklace? Another great purchase from J.Crew at 25% off. We will be sporting this one everyday.

Now lest you think we are boring, we decided to throw a printed jumpsuit into the mix…with ruffles…divine we tell you. This one from our local boutique of choice Savvy. And their website is Savvygreenville.com.

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With the necklaces from Furla and Kenneth Jay Lane, this jumpsuit just pops.

We love not thinking too hard when we don’t have to, and the jumpsuit sure takes care of a lot of the thinking for us.

So get a jump start on the jumpsuit action before they’re all gone. You’ll be glad you did!

a&a

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ankle “cuffs”…more summer foot candy

15 Thursday May 2014

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ankle cuffs, fashion, shoes

As y’all might have gathered by now, we adore shoes. We covet, desire, crave and collect them as much as possible. It’s an addiction we both fully intend to continue and embrace wholeheartedly. Now you know where we stand…firmly on our stilettos. And wedges. And platforms. And kitten heels..

Our latest obsession is over the ankle cuff shoe, a real trend for spring. It’s a great option for both your boyfriend jeans and the white denim that we are all sporting. Cropped jeans, obvi. City shorts, shirt dresses, sundresses…all benefit from a little ankle candy. And, truly, the ankle is one of the sexiest parts of the body at any age. Show. Them. Off!

Drum roll please….
DVF kinder sandal

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No words. Absolute perfection. At shopbop.

And then..
Louise et Cie
Kaliope sandal

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This has a great heel height and the details are amazing. Get it at Nordstrom. Also in an awesome tobacco color.

Let’s not forget to mention that these look an awful lot like a Givenchy sandal we have salivated over…at a fraction of the price. Here’s a pic of the Givenchy.
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Stop the madness right?!?!

As for you petite belles who feel an ankle straps cut you off, here’s a daintier option that comes in a great blue if you want to add a little zing to your step. It also comes in black which we think is most elegant. And the scalloping?!?! Shut the front door!!

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These beauties are available at Shopbop. They are by Loeffler Randall and the style is Lillit.

There are so many styles, surely one will fit the bill for you. Do y’all have a favorite? Please share…we are always on the hunt!

a&a

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boyfriends for belles

25 Friday Apr 2014

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booties, boyfriend, fashion, fashion choices, flats, Jeans, sandals, shoe options

One of the top fashion trends right now is the slim boyfriend jean.  Cut to be comfortable but not absurdly baggy, they show off the feminine figure yet provide ease of wear…a great uniform pant that can be worn über casually chic or upgraded to a sexy on-the-go look. You can get them in just about any wash from super-distressed to clean and dark. One of the best features to us shoe obsessed belles is the cuffed or rolled leg that shows off your fashion forward footwear of the moment.

Frankly what’s not to like y’all? Well, nothing…except that you might want to invest in a pair and a spare! Because, dear belles, these babies will become such an important staple in your wardrobe that you will want to wear them every day! With two, one can be in the wash and the other on your ever-so-grateful body. (as much as we still love our skinnies, it sure is nice to breathe a little…)

So, following our own sound advice, we have purchased two great pair and are linking them below for your perusal. But you better be quick and pull the trigger before they are all gone. We don’t want you to miss the boat .

First up is a new brand to us that we found at our local boutique of choice, Savvy. What belle isn’t savvy inside and out right?!?! Savvy has a website, so you can purchase them here. Made by Mia and Moss, the style is Bennett.

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Not only is this boyfriend a great price point ($99.00 !! Holla!!), they are super-stylish with just a hint of edge. The bit of pin-striping makes them fun while remaining neutral enough to wear with anything. Bonus…pocket placement is most flattering, belles. We suggest sizing down for the perfect skinny boyfriend fit as they will relax quite a bit.

 
Next up…a great pair from Anthropologie. These are the “relaxed knee” Hyphens from Pilcro and the Letterpress. Boy, oh, boyfriend are they awesome! Size-down a bit this time, too, belles, as these will relax with wear. Get them here

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And another bonus…the Cloth and Stone shirt is from Anthropologie as well!  Get  it here

Now for the shoes…the options are almost endless!!  In the photo above, is an open-toe bootie that won’t break the bank!  We found these by Michael Shannon at our local Off Broadway for just around $70.  For some online options, we thought these or these would do just the trick. Both are from Nordstrom .

Sole Society Mandee

Sole Society Mandee

Steve Madden Nonstop

Steve Madden Nonstop

We thought we’d go ahead and show y’all a few more cute options to wear with the boyfriends – to further prove that these are the jeans to have in your repertoire. But first, as a little side story, let us share with you what happens when you don’t pay attention to the four-legged belles. (In particular, the naughty baby one!)

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We can thank our lucky stars that we caught her in the act before she completely took advantage of that delectable shoe!

Now on to the good stuff:

For a casual outing, try these Converse slip ons. image
Available at Nordstrom these chic casuals are perfect weekend wear. Comfortable and slip-on…and they won’t make your feet look too large as they have 4 lace holes as opposed to 6. And yes, one of us belles happens to be blessed with double-digit-size feet.

Next up for a casual dinner, cocktails at the corner pub, or a little dash of city chic these animal print pumps are from J. Crew and they are 30% off!! image
So take a walk on the wild side…sport an animal print shoe.

Our third look is a classic. Errands, lengthy promenades, lunch with the ladies, traveling and touring…a ballet flat is always a great go to option. These are older Tory Burch ones. They wear like iron and really are a value in the price-per-wear department.
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Nordstrom has these on sale and we are awfully partial to these beauties.

Last, but certainly not least, is a shoe that is another spring trend: the kitten heel. Finally a shoe that can be worn all day, dressed up or down, and still remain feminine.
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The ones in the photo are by Vince Camuto and are available online.

So, there you have it belles… And by the way, we can talk a blue streak too!

a&a

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the final word on white before Easter…

10 Thursday Apr 2014

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Easter, fashion, fashion tip, Jeans, white jeans, white shoes

Here it is….drumroll … yes, belles, you can and should wear white before Easter! White jeans that is. Some rules are made to be modified and this is surely one of them! Now, may we gently remind you we said modified and we said white jeans. Wearing white linen, cotton voile and the summer weight items must still maintain the shorter wearing season. Oh, and those white shoes (unless they are sport shoes) should be donated or tossed and never worn again…ever. Well, at least in our ever so humble opinion.

White jeans are denim. Denim can be worn year round. It’s the way you put it together that increases the wear of them. Booties and a turtleneck, boots and a sweater, pumps and a blazer, flats and a tee, sandals and a tank. Options are endless and just think how wearing white jeans all the time expands your wardrobe tremendously!!

Here are a few examples we pulled from Pinterest to motivate and tempt y’all:

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We love our white jeans and keep several pair in rotation…washing is sadly more frequent with these.

And in anticipation of the approaching warmer weather…and Easter…here are some examples to take you on through the next season:

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So go on…be daring, break the rules and hold your head up high!  Sport some white jeans and celebrate your fashion forward selves!!

a&a

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we framed ours…you will want to frame yours too – bonus post!

13 Thursday Mar 2014

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clothing, denim, fashion, Jeans, trends

Y’all are going to be singin’ our praises as soon as you give these a try!

On the heels of our French getaway, we couldn’t resist a bit of extra sharing!

Frame denim is a new find in denim for us, but it is sure to be an old favorite before long! With a fit that makes you look like you have worn your Fitbit out (if you catch our drift), they offer great color washes, perfect pocket placement (tres important belles) and a modern rise that is still modest enough to allow you not to fret if you have to pick something up off the floor.

We absolutely adore “Le Garçon.” I mean, really, need we say more? No…but we will! Le Garçon is the perfect slim boyfriend jean. Sexy, stylish and comfortable. (We recommend you size down one in this particular style.)

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Awesome, right?!?

Here’s another great pic from Pinterest to encourage you a bit more.

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They are available at net-a-porter.com

Now we belles like our options, so if you are wanting to add a skinny jean to your denim collection we are in full support. Frame makes a great skinny in several color options. We have the dark wash ” Le Skinny” and they are great for day to night . We love the clean simple line, a great mid-rise and fits true to size. We may invest in the white in the very near future. Who are we kidding…we know we will!

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Voila!!

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Oui!

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Oui! Oui!

Find them here

Frame it, belles!!

a&a

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mother knows best!!

21 Tuesday Jan 2014

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denim, fashion, leather, skinny jeans, Vegan

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from Vogue – July 2013

That old saying is true…”mother knows best”, and in this case we are talking about Mother Denim.

We first saw these in the July issue of Vogue magazine and waited impatiently for them to be released. Even so, we missed the first opportunity to buy and had to wait for reorders. We jumped at the chance the second time around and thank goodness as they are the BEST!!! Fellow belles, learn from our mistake and order immediately before they are gone for good!!If you are looking for the perfect leather jeans, the vegan leather muse must be your next purchase.

They are vegan, skinny, comfortable, true to size and…wait for it….MACHINE WASHABLE! At a fraction of the price of real leather these are a no-brainer purchase.

You can thank me later 😉

http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/386994

http://www.shopbop.com/actions/viewSearchResultsAction.action?searchButton=Submit&query=mother+muse+vegan+leather&searchSuggestion=false

http://us.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/theres_also/28502524.jsp

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these booties are made for …. everything!!

16 Thursday Jan 2014

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booties, boots, fashion

A dear friend of ours was searching for the perfect pair of booties. In order to be described as perfect they had to be:

comfortable, have at least a little bit of lift in the heel, fashion forward, sexy, practical, and look good with absolutely everything!!

A strong contender was this short, simple bootie with a western bent…

http://www.zappos.com/sam-edelman-petty-putty-suede

sam edelman petty

One of the final candidates was this comfortable, neutral choice from Sam Edelman…

http://www.zappos.com/sam-edelman-louie-tan-suede

Sam Edelman tassle bootie

And the winner is….

This feminine wedge with a touch of flirt in the way of a tassle at the heel…perfection!

http://www.zappos.com/anne-klein-torny-black-suede

black Anne Klein booties

Hope these ring your “belles” as much as they rang ours!!

a & a

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