Tights Tie It Together

Unpredictable weather and lack of funds can often make the wardrobe transition from Summer to Fall difficult.  The best way to ease into Fall is to incorporate lighter layers with a heavier sweater or my favorite...Tights. Black opaque tights are a classic standby.  Wearing them with a lighter summer dress automatically gives the look a more polished and heavier feel. Though, I have always been a fan of colored or patterned tights.  For the brave, wear them as a monochromatic look with deep purple tights and a dress in the same color.  For the faint of heart try a black dress or skirt with pink or red tights to add a pop of color.  Any color goes and even navy, grey or burgundy can be used as a neutral, just like black. My advice, be brave!  I promise you'll be surprised at the amount of compliments you'll receive!  Check out these links for ideas.

http://legluxe.com/opaque

http://www.welovecolors.com

The Not So Secret Garden's BOLD NEW BLOOMS

Flowers, flowers everywhere! As the Spring '08 models sashayed down New York's runways the designer's apparent longing for Spring was clearly displayed by clothing covered in bold new blooms. While there is an 80's throw back in the Spring/Summer collections, don't fret. These are not the tacky florals of yester-year. Bold highlighter hues are used to paint bright blooms on clean cut dresses tied with sashes. Geometric blossoms flower in shocking pinks and are neutralized by black or white. Small delicate buds in teals and purples or soft pinks and mint greens are sprinkled on dresses flowing to the floor. All is kept modern through a mix of a flattering shapes and a balance of dark accessories like skinny belts and sexy, strappy sandals. While it seems now, Spring will never come, embrace this trend today by pairing a floral dress with dark opaque tights and high-heeled shoes. Cover up on top with a snug fitting, dark turtleneck or wear a cardigan. Keep accessories minimal since your outfit is your statement piece. Don't fear looking matronly! These blooms are surprisingly sexy. Keep your make-up clean and your tresses unfussy and you're sure to be the Belle of the Ball...even if you're just running errands or going to the grocery store!