Fashion

Wondering what to wear to a winter wedding? Winter weddings usually occur sometime around the Christmas or New Year’s holiday and this can be a good thing for wedding guests because this is the time of year when people are celebrating the holidays and have to invest in a couple of formal outfits

Here are five great fashions and styles that would look sophisticated and stunning when worn to a winter wedding. 

Rockin’ Glam
 
Think dark rich colors, luxurious velvet fabrics and sexy chic ankle booties.  When it comes to creating a bit of an edgy or rock girl look the colors, fabrics and designs are the most critical element to make this style trend stand out from the crowd

Winter is one of the best times of the year to wear sleek and edgy jewel tone colors including emerald green, sapphire blue and ruby red. Sheer lacy black, gold and silver are also stunning and chic looks for a winter wedding.


Go for a fitted dress style with frayed edges, draped hemlines or beaded embellishments for an uber stylish and ultra glamorous rocker chic style.

Sophisticated Style

Sophisticated styles for a winter wedding include long dresses created with timeless and gorgeous draping fabrics including tulle, silk and chiffon.  Go for a sophisticated dress with simple details – think pleats, ruffles and delicate prints.  Look for a dress in a neutral color and add some stunning accessories to make your outfit pop.

Fun and Flirty

A cocktail dress is truly one of the most versatile and flirty dress styles of the year.  These are usually a feminine cut dress with a hemline that falls just to the knees.  There are numerous designs to choose including be strapless, off the shoulder, nipped at the waist, flared etc. Look for a cocktail dress in a color that suits your complexion and a cut that shows off your curves.

Chic and Feminine


There is nothing wrong with a preference for a feminine style dress with chic and girlie appeal.  One of the most basic of feminine design details is ruffles.  Ruffles can be used on the hem of a skirt or at the neckline.  Either way ruffles are a surefire way to create chic and feminine fashion appeal.

Other chic and feminine design details include soft prints.  One of the most coveted prints of 2011 are subtle watercolor prints.  These are prints that make your dress look like a dreamy painting or work of glorious art.  Other feminine styles include lacy eyelets, feminine appliqués and sheer fabrics.

Simply Basic

Sometimes you just want to stick to the basics and this is true for any event including weddings.  If you are not interested in playing up any particular style or trend then why not stick with your basic black dress.

Black is not boring and the reason it is one of the most popular colors is because the basic black dress is one that oozes simple chic sophistication.  For a winter wedding why not play up a basic black dress with some gold or silver accessories.  


Add a gold or silver clutch handbag, strappy pumps and stunning jewelry to your outfit for a simply basic yet never boring style that will not only have you looking gorgeous at a wedding but will also carry you through every holiday event of the year.  Now, that is chic and savvy style on a budget.

Still wondering what to wear to a winter wedding?   Choose an outfit that you feel comfortable in and is dressy enough for the wedding and the venue.  Stick to styles that you love and feel gorgeous in so that you can be confident and have fun while you dance the night away and tip your glass to the bride and groom.
Winter Fashion 2011 - Four Hot Style Pieces Whether we like it or not winter is just around the corner.  In fact, for most of us it feels like it is already here.  The cool temperatures are beckoning us to update our wardrobe and replace our fall fashion pieces with the hottest winter fashion trends for 2011.

Here are four hot style pieces you can add to your wardrobe this winter 2011 fashion season.  From the latest 2011 Guess handbags to the chicest sweater dresses of the season check out these great winter fashion picks.

Gemstone Cuff Bracelets

Want to create a stunning look and stand out from the crowd?  Simply add one or two gemstone inspired cuff bracelets to complete your outfit and you will get noticed.

Forget traditional style bracelets and amp up your style with an eye catching glaringly gorgeous cuff bracelet.

The sculpted style and embellished look of the gemstone cuff bracelet is the perfect way to enhance your look and feel like model on the catwalk.

If you are risk taking fashionista that doesn't like to blend then more is more!  Pile on those cuffs and add a nice bauble style ring on your finger and you are good to go!


Melo Ankle Boot by BCB Generation



These chic leather boots with shearling trim will keep you in style and cozy warm during chilly winter weather. 

The Melo Ankle Boots by BCB Generation are cute enough to wear outside or in and are versatile enough that you can weather them with skinny jeans and a loose knit sweater for a casual look or dress them up with a pair of sexy black leggings and a sweater dress. 

You can also get some serious wear out of these ankle boots by pairing them with a pair of tweed trousers, fitted blouse and textured blazer.

Ankle boots are one of the hottest winter 2011 fashion trends and there are so many sleek styles to choose from including the fold down sheerling style, lace up, peep toe, zippered and slouchy styles.  Find a pair of ankle boots in a style that you love and you will find that you can pretty much wear them on any occassion day or night.

Guess Furious Drawstring Hobo

Furiously detailed and perfectly designed.  The Guess Furious Drawstring Hobo is the perfect accessory for the winter 2011 fashion season.

With plenty of textured detail and a seriously funky look this is a bag that will transition well from a hard day's work to a girl's night out.

The proportional size means you can fit lots of your must have items into your Guess hobo handbag without having the bag's size overwhelm your look.

Many fashionistas have gone away from the super-size handbag and veered toward a more luxurious looking yet perfectly proportioned handbag. 


Sweater Dress

The sweater dress is sizzling this winter 2001 fashion season.  Wear them in a variety of gorgeous winter 2011 colors and pair them with leggings, tights or skinny jeans.  Add a pair of stylish boots - over the knee boots, ankle boots or riding boots - nothing is off limits when it comes to the boots you wear with your sweater dress.

Look for sweater dresses with a touch of lycra or spandex so they will always keep their shape and opt for a style that you feel amazing in so as soon as you slip into your sweater dress you are ready to make a fabulous and of course stylish entrance.  Cowl necks, v-necks and simple neck lines are all the rage - there are really no limits to the styles and trends that can be acheived with a sweater dress.  Their versatility and figure flattering appeal is what makes this particular dress style so popular for winter 2011.

The winter fashion 2011 season is going to be one of the hottest fashion seasons of the year.  Look chic and stylish by investing in a sweater dress, some cuff bracelets, a Guess handbag and a pair of ankle boots.  This is all you need to get started for the 2011 winter fashion season.
Wondering how to wear ankle boots?  Here are the latest styles, trends and fashions that look amazing when worn with ankle boots.

Wondering how to wear ankle boots?  Look super stylish and uber trendy in the hottest fashion trends for 201l.  


Wear ankle boots with a variety of looks including chic sweater dresses, pencil skirts, skinny jeans, leggings, trousers, denim and more.

Wear Ankle Boots with a Sweater Dress


There is nothing hotter this season than the coveted sweater dress trend.  Look for a slim fitting and shapely sweater dress in a bold color or pattern.  A pair of neutral color opaque tights or black leggings will look amazing with a bold colored sweater dress.  Add some vintage style jewelry and a sleek satchel handbag.

The piece de la resistance for this outfit will be your ankle boots.  Add a pair of feminine and peep toe ankle boots to complete the look.  Look for a pair of neutral colored peep toe ankle boots with plenty of fun and flirty design elements to make your outfit pop.

Wear Ankle Boots with a Pencil Skirt

If you are a woman who wants to be noticed then amp up your sex appeal with a sultry pencil skirt paired with a pair of flirty designer ankle boots.  

The term “boots” can be somewhat misleading when it comes to "ankle boots" because they are really more of a shoe than a boot especially when you look at the peep toe ankle boots designs.


Find a fun and flirty pair of gold, silver or black peep to ankle boots and wear them with a beautiful pencil skirt.  Wear a simple fitted shirt or a haute bustier with a cropped jacket, a couple of big jewelry pieces and a beaded clutch to complete your look.

Wear Ankle Boots with Skinny Jeans and Leggings

One of the most stylish trends this year is to pair leggings and skinny jeans with ankle boots.  Look for ankle boots with cool design elements to play up your look.  Zippers, buckles, studs and laces look chic and edgy when worn with skinny jeans or leggings.  Add a long embellished tank top and a slim fitting cardigan to complete your look.

Accessories are also an important style element with any outfit.  Play up your edgy look with some large dangling earrings, mismatched bangle bracelets and gold gemstone ring on your index finger.  Throw on a slouchy hobo handbag and you are ready to head out the door.

Wear Ankle Boots with Trousers


If you are heading to work then ankle boots are a sleek, stunning and comfortable fashion shoe to wear with your outfit.  More often than not women are choosing to wear trousers to the workplace.

Look for uber comfortable and sleek trousers including silk trousers with luxe details, tweed trousers with a hint of color or wide leg twill trousers.  Add a matching fitted jacket or cashmere sweater, some simple jewelry, a leather tote bag and a pair of lace up or slip on ankle boots to complete your look.

When it comes to how to wear ankle boots this year take a few fashion risks and pair your hottest ankle boots with leggings, skinny jeans, denim, trousers, pencil skirts and sweater dresses.  The versatility of the ankle boot trend makes it one of the most coveted footwear items of the year.
How to Tie a Scarf - How to Wear a Scarf - Want to look uber chic and fashionable this winter season?  A fashionably tied scarve around your neck is a great way to create a sleek look and up your fashion ante.  Here are three great ways to tie a scarf.

Easy Loop

This is a simple and easy way to get yourself started with fashionable scarf techniques.  Simply take a long scarf and bring the two ends together.

Take the folded scarf and place it around your neck and then put the two ends on one side through the loop on the other side and voila! A sophisticated and sleek scarf style. You can even dress this look up with a gemstone broach or festive pin depending on the season.

Front Fringe

Take a square scarf that has decorative fringe at the ends and fold diagonally to form a triangle shape.  Then place the scarf around your neck with the triangle portion in the front. Tuck the ends in the front underneath the triangle portion.  Fluff and adjust for a warm yet stylish look.

Choker Style

Use a long rectangular scarf and fold in half.  Twist it using the ends of the scarf.  This creates a textured look.  Wrap the scarf around your neck and either tuck the ends into the loop or discretely tie it in the back behind your neck.  This style looks great with high collared coats and jackets - it is very chic and sophisticated.

For more tips on how to tie a scarf or how to wear a scarf have a look at the detailed video instructions below.



Look for fashionable winter scarves in unique patterns, textured fabrics and chic winter colors!  Once you pick out a few stylish scarves that will go with your winter wardrobe you can practice a variety of unique, fun and stylish ways to wear your scarves!

Knowing how to tie a scarf and how to wear a scarf will add a punch of sophistication or playful fun to any outfit!

Houndstooth Square Shawl, Black and Gray   Light Crinkle Plaid Multi Color Viscose Scarves, 4 Green   100% Acrylic Fashion Wavy Ruffle Knitted Tassel Ends Long Scarf - Purple 
Hottest Sweater Dresses for Fall/Winter: The hottest sweater dresses this year are made of soft knit fabrics and designed to create a chic and tailored silhouette.  Sweater dresses come in a variety of bold colors, bright hues, cool prints and vibrant patterns.  They can be worn to work, out with friends or on a hot date. 

How to Wear a Sweater Dress

When it comes to wearing sweater dresses it is of utmost importance to pick out a figure flattering design that flaunts your womanly curves while hiding any slight imperfections! 

Look for a dress that has a touch of Lycra incorporated into the fabric so the sweater dress hangs properly on your frame and keeps its shape.

Sweater dresses come with a few design patterns and elements including the length, cut and neckline.  

The length of a sweater dress is really important because you don’t want the dress to overwhelm you.  As they say, make sure you are wearing the dress – rather than having the dress wear you!  Another key design element is the cut of the dress.

Opt for sweater dress style that is figure flattering.  This includes the overall design of the dress.  For example, some women look great in short sleeves while others look fabulous in long sleeves.  On some women a v-neck is most flattering while on others a cowl neck looks divine.  Go for a style and cut that flatters your overall shape and figure.  If it doesn’t “Wow” you then don’t buy it!


10 Hottest Sweater Dresses for 2011 Include:

  1. Juicy Couture Metallic Striped Mini Sweater Dress
  2. Ecote Oversized Fairisle Sweater Dress
  3. Roxy Note Worthy Sweater Dress
  4. Nanette Lepore Medina Sweater Dress
  5. Marc Jacobs "Pandora" Sweater Dress 
  6. Alexander Wang Draped Back Tunic
  7. Cable Sweater Dress by LOFT
  8. Jnby Ruched Sweater Dress
  9. Marc By Marc Jacobs Elliot Sweater Dress
  10. Rag & Bone Darley Sweater Dress
Sweater dresses look uber stylish when worn over a pair of tights, leggings or skinny jeans.  You can also add a belt if you are looking for a little more definition or simply want to accessorize your outfit.

Additional sleek and edgy accessories include a bib style necklace, vintage drop earrings and large gemstone rings.  Add a pair of knee high boots or high heel ankle booties and a chic hobo handbag to complete the look.


This year women’s sweater dresses are one of the hottest and most coveted fashion trends.  Women are gravitating toward their chic look and incredible versatility.  Wear a chic and savvy styled sweater dress to a glam cocktail party or go casual with some skinny jeans - either way you can’t go wrong with a luxuriously styled and ultra comfortable sweater dress.
Gorgeous 2011 Guess Bags: This season step out in style with a chic Guess bag.  Create effortless style when you carry around one of these top designs.  Here are three of the latest designer handbags by Guess - one of the most coveted design labels that women love to wear!

Esme Hobo Bag

Hobo handbags are one of the hottest fashion trends of the fall and witner season.  The Esme Hobo Bag is a luxurious spin on the everyday hobo.  The gorgeous color selections (including teal, gray, blak and pink), rhinestone embellished logo and textured design elements create an incredibly visual appealing bag.

The hobo handbag is big enough to carry all of your daily essentials and zips closed.  The clasp folds over the zipper so all of your items are completely secure.  In addition there is a nice big zippered pocket on the inside so you can organize all your stuff!


Fancy Slim Clutch

If you are heading to a party this holiday season, going on a hot date or a night out with the girls the Fancy Slim Clutch by Guess will add a touch of shimmer and sleek sophisticated style to any outfit.

This grey clutch bag is an update on the classic clutch with a sweet bow and shimmery fabric.  This is the perfect clutch for updating any outfit or style. 

Wear it with your prized skinny jeans, a long cashmere sweater and a pair of up-to-the-knee skinny boots or wear it to a celebratory holiday party!  Either way it is a hot addition to your outfit.

La Leopard Print Belt Bag

This unabashadly sexy belt bag is the perfect little accessory when heading downtown or clubbing.  The La Leopard Print Belt Bag by Geuss is made from textured leather with uber decorative rhinestone and studs. 

The bag comes in two sizes - small/medium or medium/large and is designed with a lobster type clasp which gives it the flexibility to fit any size belt.  Choose from one of two gorgeous neutral shades - an eggplant/grey color and a neutral/coffee color.

The La Leopard Print Belt Bag would look great with a pair of jeans, a tank, a cropped jacket with capped sleeves and a sexy pair of peep toe pumps.  Simply place your sexy Leopard Print Belt bag on and go.

Where the Esme Hobo to work or out for a day of shopping.  This bag works well with a dressier look such as tweed trousers and ruffled blouse or a more casual outfit including black leggings, long loose knit sweater and a pair of riding boots.
This season the hottest fashion labels are creating some of the most awe inspiring and divine fashion pieces of the year.  

From luxe layers to quiet edgy minimalism the trend this year leans towards styles and fabrics that create depth, inspire individuality and embrace change.

Chanel, Pucci, Versace, Yves Saint Laurent, Oscar de la Renta, Dolce & Gabbana, Balenciaga and Gucci continue to revolutionize the fashion industry by creating incredibly unique and fascinating wearable art. 

Chanel

Chanel consistently creates ultra feminine design creations that seem to float down the runway.  Frothy embellished dresses; exquisitely ruffled silk suits, chic little black dresses, sophisticated black pantsuits and beautiful one two piece dress suites are the hallmark of the Chanel design house this season.

A cool color palette of black, white and pastels is complemented with textured fabrics and feathery embellishments creating plenty of visual appeal.

When it comes to wearing Chanel, it only takes one stylish piece to create an ethereal fashion statement.  From Coco Chanel’s signature quilted leather handbag to a cropped linear embellished jacket over a pair of sleek trousers.  Add a few gemstone inspired jewelry pieces, a Cartier tank watch and a pair of strappy wedge heels and you are ready to inspire!

Pucci


The pucci design house has showcased some serious boho chic designs this season.  The label leans toward a color scheme that is consistently bright and uplifting with a focus on lush cotton fabrics, woven guipure lace pieces and broderie anglaise trim. Envision relaxed yet super sexy long sleeve mini dresses, sleek jersey style dresses, voile tank dresses, tailored cropped blazers and stunning vibrant kaftans.

Pucci is known for their statement making design patterns, graphics and scarves.  Their color theme is always bold with bright hues including blue, turquoise, tangerine, coral, yellow and pink.

Versace


If your style is more sleek and sexy than fun and flirty then Versace is the design label for you.  Amped up sex appeal is has been the signature look on the Versace runway.  Instead of hiding your voluptuous feminine curves Versace flaunts them.

Glamorous, sexy and bombshell are three words that aptly describe the designs and styles by Versace.  Sundresses, jackets, belted trench coats and dresses are created with the utmost attention to the feminine silhouette.  Lines, fabrics and colors all made to enhance your hottest features. Whether you covet glammed up clothing or sultry accessory pieces Versace will never disappoint.

Yves Saint Laurent


Yves Saint Laurent is known for taking chances artistically.  In fact the Yves Saint Laurent design house is the design label that elevated shirt dresses and tuxedo jackets to new luxe fashion heights.

This fashion season was a sultry and refreshing breeze for Yves Saint Laurent – crisp styled pieces with sleek lines and throwback design elements created an utterly astonishing fashion line that was meant to be showcased by confident and sensual fashionistas.

Black, white, earthy brown, shimmering gold, orange, turquoise and royal blue are the colors of choice this season.  Trench coats, bell style dresses, thigh high slit skirts, crisp two piece dress suites and svelte one piece dress styles are the epitome of sleek and effortless style.

Oscar de la Renta


Oscar de la Renta has always been the crème de la crème of the fashion industry.  Showcasing cleverly designed posh fashion pieces for the rich and famous is what Oscar does best.

This season the fashion house threw us a sleek styled curve ball.  Sculptured pieces with breathtaking beauty are the forefront of Oscar de la Renta’s elemental designs.  Organic tweed fabrics, raffia inspired linen and bodice hugging organza.

There is no doubt this season’s designs are inspired by neutral organics, however, the real thrill lies in the design details.  From timeless peony embellishments to textured floral appliqués no style element has gone untouched.

Jackets, dresses, skirts and accessories have been tweaked, touched up and rejuvenated by Oscar de la Renta’s ingenious and untouched creativity.

Gucci


Provocative and thought provoking dominate the Gucci fashion house.  Jaw dropping color choices, fabulous embellishments and glamorous couture designs blazed a fierce and fiery trail down the fashion runways this season.  Modern and classic designs were merged together creating instantaneous and impeccable appeal.

Deep purple, bold blue, bright orange and coral pink ruled the runway along with a more subtle palette including rich creamy neutrals, basic black and soft gold.  The bold bright hues are saturated with color and enhanced with a touch of shimmer which creates a luxurious visual masterpiece to each and every fashion piece.

Crisp linear and asymmetrical lines are at the heart of Guccis designs with playful yet incredibly chic svelte leggings, bodice tops, short shorts, chic jersey blouses, luxurious shaped skirts, wide belts and sleek pant suits.

Dolce & Gabbana


The founders of Dolce & Gabbana, Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana seem to intuitively know how to create simply stunning and positively sultry looks for women.  Their irresistible designs have been wowing the fashion industry for over 25 years and every year they collectively bring new thought provoking and eternally stylish fashions to the forefront.

Their mostly white fashion collection this season had the industry gasping with sheer delight over their uber sexy and ultra feminine artistic creations.  Short skirts, lace dresses, shapely hourglass gowns and chic boudoir inspired sheaths are nothing short of spectacular.

Dolce and Gabbana understand the less is more design philosophy with the key focus being on the body hugging designs, lacey fabrics and textured creations.  Nothing is overdone or excessively simplified.  Instead, the pieces are aesthetically created and perfectly executed so that they transition seamlessly from the runway to the real world.

Balenciaga

Bold mismatched patterns and a black color palette with pops of gemstone colors are at the heart of Balenciaga designs.  Trendy black pants, sleeveless shirts and vests and long jersey shirts keep things popping at the Balenciaga fashion house.  The sculptural and edgy designs are not overtly feminine or sexual but rather sleek and slightly goth-like.

The genius behind the Balenciaga house label is Nicolas Ghesquière who is a visionary and somewhat eclectic designer whose creative fashion pieces are slightly futuristic with avant-garde appeal.

Vera Wang


Vera Wang has an intensely strong following in the fashion industry and is best known for her ethereal and timeless wedding gowns.  However, her ready to wear (RTW) fashion collections stray away from her signature wedding gown style and are a playful mix of exuberant sophistication and classic elegance.

Her prestigious designs possess gratifying and sultry appeal.  Sleek bodice tops, asymmetrical dresses, angular jersey shirts and gathered skirts are at the center of this year’s Vera Wang collection.

When investing in fashion pieces from the top designer labels take the time to view a variety of collections from previous years and from each fashion house.  From ready-to-wear collections to spring and summer collections to resort collections there is no end to the variety of styles and trends that would appeal to every fashionista’s design preference.

The hottest fashion labels are ones that invoke pure emotion. Chanel, Pucci, Versace, Yves Saint Laurent, Oscar de la Renta, Dolce & Gabbana, Balenciaga, Gucci and Vera Wang are the most luxurious and sought after fashion labels not only by the most coveted of the fashion industry but also by celebrities and fashionistas alike