March 1, 2011

Menswear...I SWEAR! Mix some menswear in your wardrobe and SAVE!!!

My sister and I are best friends and totally opposites when it comes to our personal style.  I like to refer to her wardrobe preferences as "Lounge Chic." Always looking great and not to mention comfortable in her leggings and long cotton cardigans while I on the other hand treat my style choices like I'm playing dress up day after day. It's too difficult to pin as I may be wearing cowboy boots one day or a sequin tunic the next (mind you never together). Still I love and admire my sister and remember the day I asked her about her effortless looking button up woven over stretch leggings. I loved her top and asked her where she got it to which she replied, "I've been shopping in the MEN'S section at Target." While the fashion snobs may turn their heads and scoff I realized how brilliant this concept was and now am a true believer of mixing into your wardrobe menswear...I SWEAR!

WHY? you may ask.  For one not only is the loser fitting more comfortable but the cuts will also be LONGER. When a top is too short your body can often look shorter and wider. A top that hits below your hip bones will make your figure look longer and leaner.  Plus when you style your MEN'S look with just the right amount of GIRL you can also effortlessly pull off the "Lounge Chic" look. Most importantly mixing in some great MEN's finds you score while either shopping or going through your boyfriend/husband's closet can allow you to SAVE.  Here's HOW to create your look...

1. Focus on SLIM CUTS for Men! The last thing you want is to have your clothes make you look larger than you actually are.  Lucky for us slim cuts for men are in fashion and very easy to find so while shopping buy the men's size that best fits your body type.
2. Don't go overboard! Limit your Men's pieces within your look... Take caution when mixing in Men's. Keep your look while adding in an oversized top, hat, etc.
3. Make your look work by maximizing the GIRL factor! The best way to pull off your look is to max out the girl in your look when adding the Men's pieces. Add a lace skirt over a great guys tee, a guy's hat with your favorite dress, or simply wear some great pink lip gloss or a twist in your hair to feminize your look!

Here are some of my favorite ways to add MENSWEAR to your look YEAR ROUND! Happy Shopping Ladies!

ANYTIME LOOK: Tuck in a slightly oversized Men's graphic tee with a skirt (long or short). Add a feminine chic jacket and fashion forward shoes to round out the outfit! It's the perfect outfit for a shopping day or a night out!

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Shoe: Piperlime Enzo Angiolini Cristle Peep Toe Pump $89



A NICE SPRING DAY: Turn a military or western inspired woven into a dress with a length to your liking. Pair it with great sandals and a skinny belt and throw on a denim jacket in the evening!
WINTER WARMTH: Add a men's thermal or long sleeve to your look that is long enough to keep you warm while remaining fashionable at the same time! Pair with leggings, a vest and boots and you will have the perfect outfit for a cold day!
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From one fashion enthusiast to another don't forget everyday is a new adventure--Dress like it!

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  1. AnonymousMarch 7, 2011 at 8:50 AM

    I am always in hubby's things that aren't too big. Especially his belts!!! :)

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