London Calling....

Surprise fashionistas! Another Posh + Pennywise favorite is headed across the pond....If you haven't already heard, Nordstrom announced that it will team with British powerhouse,Topshop, to up the ante on the trend scale. Starting in September, Nordstrom will bring the retailer into 14 of its department stores around the country. Each Nordstrom location will install 2,500-square-foot Topshop women’s and 1,500-square-foot Topman departments.

“We think our customers are going to love their take on trend-led fashion at great prices,” said Pete Nordstrom, Nordstrom’s President of Merchandising. And don't be surprised if you find some stylish exclusives only available at Nordstrom. Happy shopping!

image via FabSugar

Look For Less: 2012 CFDA Awards

Let’s be honest, the highlight of any good awards show isn't who wins or loses, it's watching celebs roll down that red carpet! Monday Night, the Alice Tully Hall at Lincoln Center played host to the CFDA (Council of Fashion Designers of America) Fashion Awards, which celebrated its 50th anniversary this year. The grandiose evening was packed full of fashion favorites, as designers and celebrities alike mixed and mingled.

Check out a few of my favorite looks from the night below and the posh + pennywise version to help you get the look for less!

Julianne Hough in Kaufman Franco: As a proud member of the big boobie club, I love a good halter! Halters are great for women who have a larger bust line because they give a little extra support but still ooze sex appeal like the deep set V of Julianne's dress...but be careful ladies, if your dress is cut too low you might want to invest in double-sided tape. Lets face it, nobody likes a nip slip. Just ask Tara Reid..



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Look for Less: $465, theoutnet.com

 Busy Phillips in Maison Martin: I love how Busy's Maison Martin romper hits her curves in all that right places, making it incredibly figure flattering. Because rompers often tend to be on the blousy side, make sure you look for tailored pieces with sleek lines If your body type is more bottom heavy (pear shaped) to avoid adding "weight."  Freaking out over her fringe? If you're not the DIY type then try a long necklace like the one from Forever 21 to recreate the look.

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Look for Less: $200, theoutnet.com (romper) / $12.80, Foreve 21 (necklace)



Heather Graham in Nicole Miller: Dresses with a raised hem are a huge hit for summer and a great way to show off all that hard work from the gym. I love how the hint of ruffles give off a playful yet etheral feel.

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Look for Less: $338, edressme.com

Who wears short shorts?

Can you imagine anything sexier and sweeter for summer than lace shorts?

One of the season’s “must haves,” the shorts are most commonly seen in  feminine shades of white, ivory, and soft pink – but more and more, designers are beginning to venture outside the box so keep an eye out for bolder colors and even neons…these definitely aren’t your grandma’s doilies.

Not sure how to wear a pair? Steer clear of Bo Peep’s style and try mixing your shorts with the pieces below:

·         Tops: Oversized silky blouses

·         Outerwear: Neutral blazers, think tailored and streamlined (nothing too bulky because the shorts have a flowy feel)

·         Jewelry: Bold statement pieces to add a splash of color, or something romantic like pearls

·         Shoes: Wedges, booties, or ballet flats

From top left to right:
Lulus.com, $35.00
houseoffraser.co.uk, $34
Style by Marina, $48
Go Jane, $35.00

Look for Less: 2012 Met Gala

Now that award's season has come and gone, we're left with a stylish void. At least nine "grueling" months of waiting until we're again glued to our screens oohing and aweeeing at the glamorous gowns worn by the rich and famous...but thanks to the annual Met Gala that wait is made all the more bearable.

Last week New York City was set aglow for the 2012 Met Gala held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art!Styles reminiscent of the glamorous days of Old Hollywood, modern metallics, and vibrant shades of citrus, reigned supreme. Check out my favorite red carpet looks from the night and the posh + pennywise version to help you get the look for less!

Old School Glam
The Look: Camilla Belle in Ralph Lauren
For Less: Adrianna Papell, $238, Nordstrom



Modern Metallics
The Look: Cameron Diaz in Stella McCartney
For Less: Aidan Mattox, $324 (Sale) Neiman Marcus


   

Citrus
The Look: Ginnifer Goodwin in Monique Lhuillier
For Less: BCBG Max Azria Amber Strapless, $298, Lord & Taylor



When life gives you lemons...LOOK STYLISH!

Now that things are warming up (at least in Dallas), designers are experimenting with a wash of bright colors, most prominently all things yellow. The epitome of sunshine, citrus, and happiness; there’s nothing mellow about yellow for spring 2012. This season we’re not limited to just one hue, instead look for a variety of shades ranging from neon to juicy citrus tones.

Yellow can often times come across as a very in-your-face palette, but when paired with other soothing colors this trend has a lot of stylish potential. Try mixing a subdued shade of yellow like primrose or lemon with earthy tones.

Image via fashionising.com, Mulberry S/S ‘12

Top: Lemon Cap Sleeve T, $24, debenham’s

Skirt: Steffen Schraut Frappe Boga City, $200, stylebop.com

Handbag: $40, H&M

Wedges: N.Y.L.A. Colby Wedges, $40, DSW

Cuff: J. Crew Crystal & Resin Cabochon Cuff, $50, net-a-porter.com

Feeling the inspiration via Wiz Khalifa’s beats? Try something a little more edgy by pairing a fierce shade of yellow with black as seen at Barbara Bui, where the golden hue injected life into the collection.



Image via fashionising.com, Barbara Bui S/S ‘12

Top: Markus Lupfer, $206, glassworks-studios.com

Shorts: Rib Panel Knickers, $40, TopShop

Clutch: Joia Envelope Clutch, $46, tobi.com

Pumps: Vince Camuto Jasin Pump, $89 (sale), shoptheshoebox.com

Rings: Flutter by Jill Golden Felix Ring, $75 (Sale), gargyle.com

Fashion Ring, $58, maxandchloe.com  

 

Check out the tips below for a few yellow tips & tricks from the pros…

·               Wearing yellow runs the risk of making skin look patchy or overly-tanned, so choosing the right shade is vital. If you have a pinkish-whitish complexion go for warmer shades like mustard. Look for colors under the beige-gold category but are still visually yellow. For olive skin, bright yellow and neon are the most flattering. The more vibrant the color, the more it’ll compliment your warm skin.

·               Keep the silhouette clean and modern. Steer clear of obnoxious yellow print combos, geometrically equated lines are IT for spring 2012.

·               Citrus shades are HUGE! Wear them boldly or in soft pastels like lemon meringue and summer sorbets to channel the 1950s fashion revival seen at Louis Vuitton.

Happy Hunger Games Fashionistas!



Alright fashionistas, lets cut to the chase...as much as we loved the girl power booty kickings dished out by Hunger Games leading lady Catniss Everdeen, it was the outrageous style and makeup that really caught our eyes. If like me you live for fake eyelashes, you were mezmorized by the out-of-this-world creations from Paperself fluttering atop the lids of Effie Trinket (check out actress Elizabeth Banks as Effis Trinkett in the new campaign for China Glaze).

 

Elizabeth Banks as Effie Trinkett, image via China Glaze
  

Launched in 2009, the UK based company Paperself  "is a platform for the innovative exploration of paper for contemporary product design."  Paperself aims to provide a stylish alternative for eco-conscious living. "This is the beginning of a paper revolution."

Visit their website http://www.paperself.com/ for styles, but save yourself the shipping ladies and visit your local Sephora to keep it Posh + Pennywise! Most styles are currently on sale, happy hunger games! And may the odds be ever in your favor!

The Dallas Socials: Featured Blogger

Hey fashionistas!

This week I'm the Featured Blogger on The Dallas Socials . Make sure you check out my interview all about Posh +Pennywise and my passion for helping women look fierce on a dime. Find out my favorite fashion finds and what I never leave home without! XOXO